These Mums Write

Jackie Amsden
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These Mums Write inspires busy mums to achieve their creative writing goals and dreams—from picture books to poetry. Listeners will learn ways to fuel their writing, get their stories seen, and find joy and laughter in the everyday chaos that is being a writing mother. Jackie is a mom and author of a self-published YA mystery-thriller.

  1. 09/04/2023

    Zibby Owens on why your book dreams matter (and what you can do about them)

    Ever feel like your writing doesn't matter? Or your dreams, for that matter? Zibby Owens is here to remind all the mom writers that it does. Zibby is an author, publisher, award-winning podcaster, CEO, bookstore owner, and mom of four. The creator and host of the award-winning, daily podcast Moms Don’t Have Time to Read Books, and  founder and CEO of Zibby Media, dubbed “the Zibby-verse” by the L.A. Times. which includes a publishing house, magazine, book club, an independent bookstore and so much more. The one theme running through all of Zibby's businesses and projects is her dedication and appreciation of writing and writers. I know know about you but there are many times as a writer when I feel like the work I do doesn’t matter but this interview is an incredible reminder that writing matters, writers matter, and whatever you do, don’t let the bastards grind you down.

    30 min

  2. 03/13/2023

    My What If Year author Alisha Fernandez Miranda on the joy of being 40-year old intern

    Do you feel burned out? Overwhelmed by the duties of momming and your day job? Alisha Fernandez Miranda is a mom of twins, a former CEO and the author of a coming-of-middle age memoir, My What If Year, which was released in February 2023.  The books shares her journey trying to find her joy again by walking away from a successful career to fill water bottles on Broadway, clear tables in Scotland and generally embrace the spirit of being the least experienced person in the room again. In this episode, she shares what inspired her year of unpaid internships, what she learned from putting it on the page and tips for others interested in pursuing traditional publication. Connect with Alisha via her website at https://www.alishafmiranda.com/ or Instagram at @alishafmiranda. Join the These Mums Write Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesemumswrite/ Get freebie episode handouts by joining my newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/c1z8b4

    39 min

  3. 03/06/2023

    Fantasy author and mom Bree Moore on indie author marketing foundations

    Need some indie author marketing inspiration? Bree Moore is a homeschooling mom of SIX from Iowa and urban fantasy author who has self-published multiple series, including Shadows of Camelot and Lost Souls.  After publishing her first book with a hybrid or vanity publisher, she turned to indie publishing and hasn't looked back. In today’s episode, she shares everything she has learned about selling books as an indie author as well as creating the conditions to write them (because, yeah, SIX kids). Connect with Bree via her website https://www.authorbreemoore.com or via Instagram @breenovels (https://www.instagram.com/breenovels/) oin the These Mums Write Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesemumswrite/ Get freebie episode handouts by joining my newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/c1z8b4

    41 min

  4. 02/20/2023

    Healing from childhool adoption trauma through memoir with Odelia Elgarat

    Are you called to write about a past trauma?  Odelia Elgarat first learned she was adopted at age 12 and spent the next several decades struggling to come to terms with this fact. In today's episode she shares how, even after tracking down her biological mother in her 30s, it was writing a memoir about this experience, You are Allowed, which finally allowed her to heal from it, as well as how she navigated this deeply emotional process and what she learned about writing along the way. Learn more about You are Allowed on Amazon (https://a.co/d/cAJ4Zxt).  Resource mentioned: Thriving Authors Academy (https://www.dallaswoodburn.com/thriving-authors-academy) Join the These Mums Write Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesemumswrite/ Get freebie episode handouts by joining my newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/c1z8b4

    35 min

  5. 02/13/2023

    Self-care for writing moms with book coach and podcaster Erin Canning

    Being a mom means not just learning how to take care of your small human, but also yourself. Erin Canning is a writing coach and podcaster who knows what it's like to lose yourself to parenting.  In this episode, Erin shares her own journey overcoming childhood trauma to become a better mom and happier person, and how she is now helping other moms reclaim themselves through writing, including tips and strategies you can start putting into practice today Connect with Erin via her podcast Parents Who Write (https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/parents-who-write/id1632632349) or via her website https://lifebeyondparenting.com/. Join the These Mums Write Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesemumswrite/ Get freebie episode handouts by joining my newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/c1z8b4

    43 min

  6. 02/06/2023

    Ghostwriter and editor Sarah Reilley on building up your writing biz

    Do you want to build up different revenue streams to help you transition into full time writing? Sara Reilly is a mom who recently left her career as school teacher and is now building up a writing business through ghostwriting and editing. In this episode, Sarah shares how she is building up her clients and how this new writing life is bringing new joy and purpose to her day-to-day. Connect with Sarah via her website at https://www.sarahreilley.com/ Connect with the These Mums Write community Join the These Mums Write Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesemumswrite/ Get freebie episode handouts by joining my newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/c1z8b4

    30 min

  7. 01/30/2023

    MS warrior and picture book writer Darcie Naslund on the power of leaning in

    Do you ever hear yourself thinking, "I could if only ..." Darcie Naslund is here to remind you to let go of your "if only's." Darcie is a mom of three, teacher and picture book author living with multiple sclerosis. In this episode she shares how she is not only building a thriving writing life around her chronic illness, but also how she is using her condition to fuel her creativity. Connect with Darcie via Twitter at https://twitter.com/DarcieNaslund or Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/darcies_picture_book_library/. Resources mentioned: 12 x 12 book challenge: https://www.12x12challenge.com/ Connect with the These Mums Write community Join the These Mums Write Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesemumswrite/ Get freebie episode handouts by joining my newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/c1z8b4

    32 min

  8. 01/23/2023

    Memoir and romance author Anya Wyers on the power of closure through writing

    Are you struggling to come to terms with something from your life? Anya Wyers is a Canadian mom whose first book, a memoir called Letters to the Mountain, was about the loss of her best friend Rachel who disappeared on a hiking trip. In this episode, Anya shares how her memoir writing journey helped her take some control over what had happened how she is now applying that same insight to pivot into world of fiction writing. Connect with Anya via her website (anyawyersauthor.ca). Resources mentioned: The SFU Writer’s Studio: Creative Writing Certificate. Connect with the These Mums Write community Join the These Mums Write Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesemumswrite/ Get freebie episode handouts by joining my newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/c1z8b4

    29 min
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These Mums Write inspires busy mums to achieve their creative writing goals and dreams—from picture books to poetry. Listeners will learn ways to fuel their writing, get their stories seen, and find joy and laughter in the everyday chaos that is being a writing mother. Jackie is a mom and author of a self-published YA mystery-thriller.

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  • Creator
    Jackie Amsden
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2023
  • Episodes
    66
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Jackie Amsden
  • Show Website
    These Mums Write