Makin' Stuff with Macon Leigh

Macon Leigh

A Podcast about craft, creativity, and why making queer art matters

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  1. Makin' Stuff with Ana Hartnett

    4d ago

    Makin' Stuff with Ana Hartnett

    In this, our first episode, Ana Hartnett shares her journey from hating writing to becoming my favorite romance novelist. She discusses the intersection of creativity and anxiety, the importance of community building, and how now, more than ever, authentic queer representation matters. She also talks about starting her first wine label, Family Room Wine, and how she wants to use it as a platform for helping lift up other small queer-owned businesses.  Ana lets us into her writing process, showing us how her unique approach creates intimate, authentic stories that will leave you hopeful and less alone.  I also pick a fight with her. I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did. Chapters 00:00 - Welcome and Introducing Ana Hartnett03:09 - How Ana Realized She was an Artist11:23 - The Relationship Between Anxiety and Creativity14:45 - Being a Writer v. Being an Author and How to be Both17:12 - Ana's Writing Practice24:01 - How Ana Understands Inspiration27:35 - How Ana Knows When a Story is Ready to be Told31:35 - Why Ana Wanted to Start Family Room Wine35:29 - Why Having an Explicitly Queer Brand as a Writer and Winemaker Matters37:51 - The Importance of Representation39:50 - Talking About Ana's New Book46:06 - The Romance of Friendship52:30 - Real, Messy People are Likable People54:43 - Ana's Mom is Her (*second*) Biggest Fan59:40 - I Pick a Fight With Ana Links Find Ana on Instagram, Threads, and her website Check out Family Room Wine

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