Bedste Writing Coach-podcasts (2025)

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Season Finale - Your Famous Author Era 18:30

1d ago18:30

18:30

On episode 70 of the podcast, we’re finishing the Your Famous Author Era season. For the last three months, we’ve talked about how to promote your work, build an author platform, and find the fans who will buy, read and support your work over time. And now it’s time for me to wrap up and for YOU to make a plan to truly lean into Your Famous Author …

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Carolyn Cowperthwaite - The Grief Book 38:41

7d ago38:41

38:41

In this moving episode of the Coach Write Podcast, Helen speaks with executive coach Carolyn Cowperthwaite about co-authoring ‘The Grief Book’ - a guide for those experiencing loss. Carolyn shares her journey to becoming an executive coach, and how a kitchen conversation with her neighbour led to a two-year writing collaboration that resulted in a …

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The Three Stages of Book Marketing with Jenn de Paula 1:01:59

9d ago1:01:59

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On episode 69, which is our final guest interview for the Your Famous Author Era season, my guest is Jen dePaula, a veteran in the book marketing space who is going to share her tips and strategies for long-term book marketing success that does not require selling your soul to the social media algorithms. Jenn is a marketing and social media expert…

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The Secret Life of A Book Influencer with Jananie K. Velu 55:39

16d ago55:39

55:39

THE DOORS TO THE REED, WRITE, & CREATE SANCTUARY ARE OFFICIALLY OPEN: NOV. 21 - 28, 2025. GET ON THE LIST TO GET AN APPLICATION. On episode 68, get ready to go behind the scenes of the world of book influencing. My guest is one of my favorite BIPOC book influencers, Jananie K. Velu, YouTube star and literary tastemaker. I invited Jananie on the sho…

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Viv Chitty - Coaching for Optimal Energy: A Guide for Executive Coaches 55:52

21d ago55:52

55:52

In this episode of Coach Write, Helen speaks with Viv Chitty, executive coach, coach supervisor, and author of ‘Coaching for Optimal Energy: A Guide for Executive Coaches.’ Viv shares her journey of transforming her MA research on energy management into a published book, offering valuable insights for coaches considering a similar path. We cover: H…

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How to Find a Community to Support Your Famous Author Era 26:52

23d ago26:52

26:52

On episode 67, get ready for a pep talk about the importance of community when it comes to stepping into your Famous Author Era. Tune in to learn: Why you need a community of fellow authors to really help you thrive and survive in your famous author era. The proven benefits of having a community to help you achieve your book promotion and audience …

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How to Use 'Conscious Marketing' to Sell More Books with Tamela J. Gordon 59:45

30d ago59:45

59:45

On episode 66, we're talking about how to use the power of community, connection, and conscious marketing to sell more books and have a more successful and satisfying career as an author. My guest on the show is Tamela J. Gordon. Tamela Gordon is a literary activist, the author of the critically acclaimed 2024 memoir, Hood Wellness, and she is an a…

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Colin Tapscott - Everyday Alchemy: Transforming Trash into Treasure 44:35

1M ago44:35

44:35

In this episode of the Coach Write Podcast, host Helen O'Neill welcomes Colin Tapscott, EMCC accredited senior practitioner coach and author of "Everyday Alchemy: Transforming Trash into Treasure." Colin, who established Everyday Leader in 2017 after 17 years as a head teacher, shares his journey from coaching practice to published author. We cover…

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Fans not Followers: Ditch Social Media and Start Your Author Fan Club 28:35

1M ago28:35

28:35

On episode 65, I am giving you a pep talk about finding your 1000 true reader fans. This is a term that is often thrown about in entrepreneur spaces when it comes to sales and marketing, but it’s something authors need to think about as well. Therefore, in this episode we’re going to talk about: Why authors should be searching for fans not audience…

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How to find time to write 12:42

1M ago12:42

12:42

In this special bonus minisode, we tackle the number one barrier preventing coaches from writing their books: time. Drawing from her experience as a change management professional and coach, Helen explores practical strategies for fitting writing into busy schedules without sacrificing your coaching practice or personal life. Helen shares insights …

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How to Strategize, Plan, and Execute a Book Tour that Guarantees Success 49:11

1M ago49:11

49:11

On episode 64 of the podcast, you’re going to learn how to successfully strategize, plan and execute a book tour for your first (...second, or third) book that will set you on the road to literary success. My guest on the show, Nadia Alexis, is a poet and writer who created a launch plan and book tour that is still going strong ten months after her…

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Backlist vs Bestseller List: Why Smart Authors Aim for the Backlist 20:38

2M ago20:38

20:38

Statistically speaking, a book’s chance of making The New York Times bestseller list is less than one percent. But that’s the list most authors want to be on. Well, on today’s episode of the podcast, I’m going to offer a different, better measure for success. And this isn’t just my opinion, this is what agents, publishers and savvy authors know is …

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Robbie Swale - The 12-Minute Method Series 56:08

2M ago56:08

56:08

In this episode, host Helen O'Neill speaks with Robbie Swale, executive coach, author of the 12-Minute Method book series, and host of The Coach's Journey podcast. Robbie shares his unconventional path to becoming a published author, starting with weekly 12-minute writing sessions on his train commute that eventually transformed into four published…

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How to Launch a Debut Memoir in Paris and the United States at the Same Time! 52:21

2M ago52:21

52:21

On episode 62, we’re talking about how to launch a debut memoir in two different countries with journalist and author, Robin Allison Davis. Robin candidly shares everything - from finances to fashion - about how she managed her launch. Robin is an Emmy award-winning producer based in Paris, France. Experienced in all forms of media, she has over 15…

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Frederick Douglass was the 19th Century Beyoncé of Bookselling: Steal his Strategy 23:47

2M ago23:47

23:47

On episode 61 of the podcast, it’s time to learn a thing or two about book promotion from the 19th century Beyoncé of bookselling, Frederick Douglass. Forget everything you think you know about Frederick Douglass the historical figure, and get ready to learn about Frederick Douglass the bestselling author who sold over 30,000 copies of his debut me…

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Sarah Manley - Quiet Catalyst: The introverts guide to thriving in your career 41:16

2M ago41:16

41:16

In this episode, Helen speaks with Sarah Manley, ICF accredited career coach for introverts and author of ‘The Quiet Catalyst: The introvert's guide to thriving in your career.’ Sarah shares how she learned to embrace her quiet strengths during a successful corporate career and how she transitioned to becoming a published author and launching her c…

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How to Market Your Nonfiction Book with Mr. Ernest Owens 52:17

2M ago52:17

52:17

When is the right time to start planning your nonfiction book launch? The answer is yesterday, but you can also start today after listening to this masterclass on book promotion with journalist and author, Ernest Owens. Ernest Owens is an award-winning journalist and CEO of Ernest Media Empire, LLC. He is the Editor of Eater Philly, Political Write…

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Season 6 Trailer: The How to Be a Famous Author Era 13:31

3M ago13:31

13:31

Welcome to Season Six of the Your BIPoC Writing Coach podcast. On this short intro episode, we’re sharing why we changed the name of the podcast, what you can expect this season on the show (Think, Famous Author Era!), and a quick pep talk for the moment we’re in right now. Press play to get inspired and get ready for another season of your favorit…

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Dr Katie Best - The Ten Toughest Leadership Problems 39:36

3M ago39:36

39:36

In this episode of the Coach Write Podcast, host Helen O'Neill speaks with Dr. Katie Best, founder of Katie Best Associates and author of ‘The 10 Toughest Leadership Problems and How to Solve Them,’ published by Pan Macmillan. Katie shares how she went from yearning to write a book, to academic study, dabbling with fiction and then landing a tradit…

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Paul Holbrook - What Are You Doing? 47:47

3M ago47:47

47:47

In this episode of the Coach Write Podcast, Helen speaks with Paul Holbrook, founder of Diary Detox and author of "What Are You Doing? The Uncomfortable Truth About How You Waste Your Time at Work." Paul shares his journey from spending 20 years in change management in the City of London to creating his own coaching practice focused on helping lead…

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Narinder Sheena - From Pain to Power 32:45

4M ago32:45

32:45

In this inspiring conversation, Narinder Sheena shares her powerful journey from personal injury lawyer to full-time coach, revealing how her lived experience with chronic pain became the foundation for helping others heal. Discover how she transformed her daily pain tracking diary into a published book that's making a real difference in people's l…

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Welcome to Coach Write 1:28

4M ago1:28

1:28

Welcome to Coach Write, where we turn coaching expertise into published pages. I'm Helen ONeill, portfolio career specialist, accredited future of work coach, and author. I'm on a mission to dispel the myths surrounding publishing and inspire more coaches to get their words into the world. Join me as I sit down with the coaching industry's most ins…

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From Wartime to Story Time: Two Spanish Speaking Literary Activists You Should Know 23:48

5M ago23:48

23:48

Episode 58 is the final episode of our special Behind the Book season. And we're going out with an inspirational bang. In order to inspire you to rise up in defense of the book, we're sharing two exciting examples of literary activists from history. We're going from Civil War era Spain, to the island of Puerto Rico. We're going from wartime, to sto…

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Behind the Book with Literary Agent Regina Brooks: Owner of the Largest African-American Literary Agency in the US 46:41

5M ago46:41

46:41

On episode 57 we’re going Behind the Book with legendary literary agent, Regina Brooks. Regina is the founder and CEO of Serendipity Literary Agency in New York, the largest African American–owned agency in the US. She has represented and established a diverse base of award-winning clients in adult and young adult fiction, nonfiction, and children’…

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Behind the Book with Publisher Stephanie Lim: On a Mission to Bring More Asian American Stories into the World 45:13

6M ago45:13

45:13

On episode 56 of the podcast, we’re going Behind the Book with Stephanie Lim. Stephanie is the co-founder of Third State Books, a new publishing house that amplifies the voices, stories, and issues of Asian America and the Pacific Islands. They publish fiction and nonfiction for both adults and children. Stephanie Lim is a publisher and marketing e…

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Writers: Do You Have a Reading Habit or a Reading Hobby? 26:13

6M ago26:13

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We’re going Behind the Book with someone who plays a critical role in the literary ecosystem, you! On episode 55 we’re replaying my short but important pep talk about why writers need a reading habit and not just a reading hobby. Even if you heard this episode last year when it first aired, I encourage you to listen again to remind yourself why it’…

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Behind the Book with Bookseller Jeannine A. Cook: Founder of Harriett's Bookshop in Philly 42:29

6M ago42:29

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On episode 54 we’re going Behind the Book with bookseller Jeannine A. Cook, founder of Harriett’s Bookshop in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Jeannine A. Cook is a self-described word worker. In 2020, she opened Harriett’s Bookshop in the Fishtown section of North Philadelphia with the mission to celebrate women authors, women artists, and women activi…

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Behind the Book with David Ruggles: The First Black Man in America to Open a Bookstore 26:41

6M ago26:41

26:41

On episode 53 of the podcast, we’re going Behind the Book and back in time, to meet David Ruggles, the first Black American to own and operate a bookstore for Black people. David Ruggles was a revolutionary thinker, a bibliophile, a healer, and a radical abolitionist who believed that reading and the written word would set his people free. He opene…

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Our final episode and a look back at 10 years of freelancing 29:30

7M ago29:30

29:30

For our final episode of this podcast, we look back at our past 10 years of freelance writing and look forward to what we hope is next for us. This season is brought to you by Collective, and they’re giving you your first month free! Just use code FWCP at checkout. Tax season is stressful—no doubt about it. Are you overpaying? Are you even doing it…

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Behind the Book with Sylvia Arthur, Founder of the the Library of Africa and the African Diaspora 39:53

7M ago39:53

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On episode 52 we’re going Behind the Book with Sylvia Arthur, the founder of the Library of Africa and the African Diaspora in Accra, Ghana. Remember, for Season Five of the podcast, we’re going behind the book to talk to people whose livelihood and careers depend on the free flowing circulation of books in society. Sylvia Arthur is the Founder of …

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A Deep Dive into Freelance Writing Templates 24:19

7M ago24:19

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In this episode, we're diving into the details around the templates we use, tweak, and sell as freelance writers. If you've ever wondered how we boost efficiency in our workdays and cut out the repetitive pieces of day-to-day work, this is a must-listen. This season is brought to you by Collective, and they’re giving you your first month free! Just…

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Behind the Book with Bad-Ass Bibliophile Arturo Schomburg 34:20

7M ago34:20

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For Season Five of the podcast, we’re going behind the book and talking to people and reviewing the lives of our literary ancestors whose livelihood and life missions require(d) the free circulation of books in society. On episode 51, we’re going back in time to talk about literary ancestor, Arturo Schomburg. Schomburg was a bad-ass bibliophile who…

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Hosting your own in-person events as a freelance writer 25:11

7M ago25:11

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In this episode, we'll share a look under the hood at what it takes to plan, market, and host your own in-person gatherings (meetups, retreats, etc.) as a freelance writer, sharing our own experiences doing just that! This season is brought to you by Collective, and they’re giving you your first month free! Just use code FWCP at checkout. Tax seaso…

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Behind the Book with Bibliotherapist Emely Rumble 31:56

7M ago31:56

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For Season Five of the podcast, we’re going behind the book to talk to people whose livelihood and careers depend on the free flowing circulation of books in society. On episode 50, our guest is Emely Rumble, LCSW. Emely is a distinguished licensed clinical social worker, school social worker, and a bibliotherapist. Committed to making mental healt…

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Upselling: How to add revenue to your client work 25:26

7M ago25:26

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If you're looking for ways to increase your income as a freelance writer, you should consider opportunities for upselling. In this episode, we look at a few options for additional services and add-ons you can offer clients to earn more money and become even more valuable to your clients. This season is brought to you by Collective, and they’re givi…

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Get Ready for Something New! On Season 5 We're Going Behind the Book 17:39

7M ago17:39

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Welcome to Season 5 of the Podcast! On this brief episode, Loril will provide a quick recap about her time living in a library in Ghana, followed by a sneak peek into what we have planned for this special season of the podcast. For Season 5, we’re going Behind the Book, bringing you interviews and stories about people who depend on the free circula…

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Journalism & Reporting: Can You Make a Career of It in 2025? 24:18

8M ago24:18

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In this episode, we get into the career path of journalism, the education/types of training available for those wanting to get a secondary degree for it (with costs!), and some hard truths from firsthand experience doing this work. This is a great episode for anyone wanting to pursue this path! This season is brought to you by Collective, and they’…

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Gaining a following: Does being an influencer help your business? 29:29

8M ago29:29

29:29

Today we're talking about freelance writers who are launching courses, templates, digital products, and more + the promotion it entails to be successful. To do this well, does a freelance writer need to think of themselves as a full-time Creator or Influencer? We discuss our different stances and experiences doing this work. This season is brought …

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Social Media for Freelance Writers In an Era of Complicated Social Media 26:48

8M ago26:48

26:48

Today, we want to talk about social media in an age of complicated social media. This is more about how we focus our efforts on social media when there is a lot of tumult in the space, whether it's due to political concerns or their own mental health concerns. This season is brought to you by Collective, and they’re giving you your first month free…

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Pivoting careers in a changing market 29:57

8M ago29:57

29:57

Maybe you're at a stage in your career where you're looking to pivot away from freelancing and into something new. Emma and I are considering this ourselves! In this episode, we get into how to think about what's next for you post-freelancing, get out of your own way when it comes to limited beliefs, and take real, incremental steps toward somethin…

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Our Final Season: Catch Up with Hosts Kaleigh and Emma! 32:47

8M ago32:47

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Catch up with your hosts Kaleigh and Emma and hear about what's changed for them since the last season (spoiler alert: a LOT) as well as how we're feeling about the freelance writing landscape in 2025. This season is brought to you by Collective, and they’re giving you your first month free! Just use code FWCP at checkout. Tax season is stressful—n…

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What's Happening with the Reed, Write, & Create Podcast in 2025? 11:09

10M ago11:09

11:09

Tune in to this brief episode for updates about the Reed, Write, and Create podcast, and some exciting news from host, Lori L. Tharps. Links for more resources and information. The Reed, Write, and Create Website Find Out More about The Reed, Write, & Create Sanctuary for BIPOC women writers. Apply to The Sanctuary HERE The Blog Post About Lori's U…

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10 Years of Podcasting for Writers: From Fearful Beginnings to Global Impact 8:58

11M ago8:58

8:58

On a chilly December afternoon in 2014, I closed the door to my bedroom, swallowed back nerves—even trembled a little as I held a tiny earpiece as a microphone. Then I cleared my throat and recorded my first podcast episode that lasted all of two minutes. At that point a seasoned author, I forgot what it felt like to send something into the world f…

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Ignore the Experts: You Can Write All the Things with Jabari Asim 53:39

12M ago53:39

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On episode 46 of the podcast, I’m replaying my inspiring, 2023 conversation with award-winning author, journalist, professor, and poet, Jabari Asim. Jabari Asim is the Distinguished Professor of Multi-Disciplinary Letters at Emerson College. He is the author of 23 books, including Yonder, the essay collection We Can’t Breathe, and Preaching to the …

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Telling Black Women's Stories across Platforms with Rebecca Carroll 53:21

12M ago53:21

53:21

This is our last episode of Season 4! On episode 46 of the podcast, I am so excited to share my conversation with Rebecca Carroll, whose new book, I Know What the Red Clay Looks Like: The Voice & Vision of Black Women Writers (Haymarket) was re-released on December 3, 2024. Rebecca is a writer, cultural critic, and host of the podcasts Come Through…

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Write Yourself Into History with Arturo Schomburg 34:58

1y ago34:58

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On episode 45 of the podcast, I’m giving you a pep talk about writing as resistance. About how you can push back against oppressive systems, defy stereotypes and limitations, and leave a lasting legacy, all with the power of the written word. And I will be using the life and work of literary ancestor, Arturo Schomburg as my source material. Arturo …

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How We Fight White Supremacy with Journalists Akiba Solomon & Kenrya Rankin 1:04:41

1y ago1:04:41

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As much as it pains me to write this, I decided now is the right time to revisit this episode of the podcast featuring two dynamic journalists, Akiba Solomon and Kenyra Rankin. Akiba and Kenrya are the co-authors of the book, How We Fight White Supremacy. How We Fight White Supremacy was published in 2019, at the tail end of the first Orange Dust p…

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How Oral Storytelling Can Make You a Better Writer with N. Scott Momaday 26:35

1y ago26:35

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On episode 43 of the podcast, I’m going to be giving you a pep talk about how BIPOC writers can use Oral Storytelling traditions to up-level their writing practice. And I’m going to use the life and work of award-winning poet and author, N. Scott Momaday as my source material. N. Scott Momaday was the first Native American to ever win a Pulitzer Pr…

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4 Mistakes I See Nonfiction Authors Make (and How to Fix Them) 8:24

1y ago8:24

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A few years ago, a client came to me with an idea for a nonfiction book. She was ready to write a draft and send it to a publishing house. What she didn’t realize was that she was working a few steps ahead. Thankfully, we met early enough in the process that I was able to fill her in on the steps she’d need to take to pursue traditional publishing—…

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Laila Lalami Had to Decolonize Her Language In Order to Write Her Stories 42:36

1y ago42:36

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On episode 42 of the podcast, we have award-winning author Laila Lalami on the show, discussing her powerful novel, The Other Americans. The Other Americans was a finalist for the National Book Awards. Laila is the author of several award-winning novels including, The Moor's Account and Secret Son. A native of Morocco, Laila is a professor of creat…

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