In this week's episode, Matilyn is interviewing Utah author Ashmae Hoiland. Matilyn and Ashmae discuss writing as a process of self-discovery. Ashmae talks about the role writing has played in her life, why you should stop worrying about whether or not you can call yourself a writer, and shares tips for making writing a part of your life.
Follow Ashmae on Instagram and Twitter: @birdsofashmae
Mine to Tell website: minetotell.com
Buy Ashmae's book "A New Constellation" through Matilyn's Bookshop.org (Matilyn receives a small commission when you buy books through this link): https://bookshop.org/lists/books-mentioned-on-this-is-not-a-back-up-plan
Read Ashmae's Poem "Second Amendment" here: https://www.instagram.com/p/CeB_RUtPu5v/?fbclid=IwAR2Pmt31y2ZCzaXzIqO9y-idJKTHYZE_owW6L8T0joNuc7tW_9FU82GDrNA
Support efforts to end gun violence: everytown.org
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Full episode transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1G19EZhkg1kLrLHXz5Gu3sSbXUPR58OQV/edit#
Episode music: "At The Count" and "Something Elated" by Broke for Free
