Memorization and recall of very long lists accounted for within the Long-Term Working Memory framework

► Memory for very long lists of digits is explained by skilled use of story mnemonic. ► The story mnemonic is assessed by verbal reports and validated by experiments. ► The story mnemonic generates unique retrieval cues to support serial recall. ► Memory for very long lists can be accounted for by Long-Term Working Memory. ► Assessment of a Guinness Book World Record winner's exceptional memory.