Personal & Business Narrative Writing
Every person has a story worth telling. Let’s make sure it’s told.
I’m Rosalie Catalano — a writer who captures the moments and stories that matter most for individuals, families, and businesses. Through guided conversation, I uncover what makes your story unique, then craft it into something you’ll be proud to share.
What story can I tell for you?
For You & Your Family
Love Stories
Engagements, weddings, anniversaries, and vow renewals. Capture the story of how your love began — and where it’s going.
Major Milestones
Births, graduations, career achievements, and retirements. Mark the moments that changed everything.
Remembrances
Obituaries, eulogies, memorial tributes, and pet stories. Honor a life with words that do it justice.
For Your Business
Founder Stories
The story behind your business is your most powerful marketing asset. Let’s craft it right.
LinkedIn & Executive Bios
Your profile should sound like you at your best — not a resume in paragraph form.
About Pages & Team Bios
Turn your About page from an afterthought into the page that converts visitors into clients.
Why I Do This
In 1996, my mother dropped dead of a stroke.
I never got to ask the questions that mattered. I never recorded her stories, her voice, her way of seeing the world. By the time I realized what I’d lost, it was too late.
That’s why I started Your Write Brain. I capture the stories that matter — before they can’t be told. Whether it’s a love story for an anniversary, a memorial tribute for a parent, or a founder’s journey that deserves to be heard, I believe every story is worth telling well.
I bring 25 years of corporate leadership, an MBA, behavioral interviewing training, and a lifelong love of words to every project. But what makes the difference isn’t my resume — it’s that I listen.
A simple, collaborative process
1
Discovery Call
A complimentary 15-minute conversation to explore your story and your goals.
2
Guided Interview
I ask the questions that uncover what makes your story unique.
3
Drafting & Refining
I craft the narrative, then we review and polish together.
4
Your Finished Story
A completed piece you’ll be proud to share, frame, or publish.
What clients are saying
Love Story
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Rosalie wrote our love story for our 50th wedding anniversary. When we read the story that she wove from what we thought were silly or insignificant answers to her questionnaire, we were happily surprised. She captured both our happy and tragic memories in a way that touched our hearts. The special ending referenced a refrain from our favorite slow-dance song that she uncovered through her questions and it absolutely delighted us. We will cherish our love story for the rest of our lives.
— Marlene Nicksic, Port St. Lucie, FL
Memorial Remembrance
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Through her skilled listening ear and questions, Rosalie captured the essence of my life’s journey with charm and eloquence. She has a beautiful gift — she knows the right word for the right moment!
— Mary E. Tyler, Dayton, OH
Founder Story
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Your intake questionnaire was thorough, thought-provoking, and helped me sweetly relive the start of my mission and business. I teared up when I read over my story that you carefully retold!
— Kimberly Muhtar, Founder, Speak Life Badges™
Before their stories are lost
Your parents have stories you’ve never heard. The trip that changed their lives. The fight that almost ended their marriage. The moment they knew. These details fade a little more every year — and one day, they’ll be gone entirely.
This complimentary guide gives you 7 conversation prompts designed to surface the stories your family doesn’t tell anymore. Use them at the next holiday dinner, on a long car ride, or during a quiet afternoon with coffee. No interview skills needed. Just ask the question and listen.
Most families who use this guide realize they want a professional to capture the full story. When you’re ready, I’m here.
Get the complimentary guide
7 Conversation Prompts That Unlock Your Family’s Best Stories
Start the conversations you wish you’d had years ago.
The Gift They’ll Never Expect
She won’t ask for this. She won’t even know it exists. But when she reads it, she’ll cry.
Most of the stories I write are commissioned by someone other than the subject. A daughter who wants to capture her mother’s life before it’s too late. A husband who wants their love story written for their 40th anniversary. A team that wants to honor their retiring mentor.
The person whose story it is almost never asks for this themselves. They’ll say it’s too much fuss. They’ll say they’re not that interesting. They’re wrong — and you know it.
Popular gift occasions
· Milestone birthdays (50th, 60th, 70th, 80th)
· Wedding anniversaries (25th, 50th)
· Retirement celebrations
· Mother’s Day & Father’s Day
· Christmas & holiday gifts
· While they can still tell their story
Same discovery call. I’ll walk you through exactly how the surprise works.
Once a month I give one small business or nonprofit a complimentary writing or editing project — The Story Gift. Apply for your own organization, or nominate one you admire.
Ready to tell your story?
Book a complimentary 15-minute discovery call. No pressure, no sales pitch — just a conversation about the story you want to tell.