You: The Story: A Writer's Guide to Craft Through Memory

Nobody can tell you how to do it.

They can tell you how they did it.

They can share stories of their attempts to write, good and bad.

But, honestly, after reading five books about writing this year, including this one by a very good writer, a knowledgeable writer, I say that nobody can tell you how to do it.

Ruta Sepetys suggests that you, as she has done, explore the stories you've encountered and experienced in your life. Try that if you wish. And if it works for you, good. If not, try someone else and test out their ideas.