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Inspired Writer Collective PodcastEpisode 115: [Heather Bryant] Letting go after publishing your workSend us Fan MailElizabeth Wilson chats with author, Heather Bryant, about her experience publishing & marketing her book My Transparent during the pandemic. It’ll help you remember all of the creative ways you can use to get your book in the hands of readers. Welcome to the Inspired Writer Collective podcast. If you've ever felt the pull to write your truth, to shape the chaos of real life into something meaningful and to share your journey with the world, you're in the right place. We're your hosts, Elizabeth and Stephanie, writers, coaches, and entrepreneurs who b...
2026-05-0438 minInspired Writer Collective PodcastEpisode 113: Reframing Your Thoughts on Marketing with the Unbound Story SystemSend us Fan MailIn this week’s episode, Elizabeth Wilson and Stephanie Oswald, Ph.D. talk about reframing your thoughts about marketing. It’s common that hearing the word ‘marketing’ can send you into a tailspin and make you want to hide. You feel it’s a cumbersome task that requires so much extra time and work, but what Stephanie shares in this episode about her upcoming Unbound Story System small group program could be the mindset shift you’re looking for. You’ll have to listen to see if Stephanie’s program is your vibe. Also, be sur...
2026-04-2027 minInspired Writer Collective PodcastEpisode 112:[Jared Glenn] Detaching from your storySend us Fan MailThis week, in Episode 112 of the Inspired Writer Collective podcast, Elizabeth sits down with returning guest Jared Glenn for a candid conversation about one of the most overlooked parts of the writing journey: learning to detach from your story.Elizabeth shares a revealing moment from her own beta reader process when one piece of feedback had her so concerned she went straight to her editor. You'll have to listen to find out what her editor told her, and it might surprise you.If you're writing anything, you pour so...
2026-04-1345 minInspired Writer Collective PodcastEpisode 110: [Anna Dao] Multigenerational storytelling shapes a writer's voice and processSend us Fan MailElizabeth Wilson chats with memoir writer Anna Dao about the rich oral storytelling tradition that shaped not just how she writes, but why.They talk about what it really takes to find your authentic voice on the page, what happens when fear and people-pleasing get in the way of your truth, and what marketing a memoir actually looks like when you're a first-time author doing it all on your own terms.About our guest, Anna Dao:Born in Paris, raised under many skies — fro...
2026-03-3051 minInspired Writer Collective PodcastEpisode 109: [Cynthia Merrill] Your Writing Process Isn't BrokenSend us Fan MailHave you ever tried following someone's writing advice? You've read all the books with guidelines for getting your outline done or advice about setting up your writing schedule, yet you're still feeling like something's not quite right. Like maybe the problem isn't your commitment to the process, but the fact that the method itself was never designed for the way YOU actually think and create? On this week's episode of the Inspired Writer Collective, we welcome editor and writing coach Cynthia Merrill who completely reframed Elizabeth's thinking about the writing process. Cynthia has...
2026-03-2345 minInspired Writer Collective PodcastEpisode 106: [Laura Thomas] The Village Behind the BylineSend us Fan MailYou're going to want to listen to this episode, especially leading up to our Memoir Summit. Elizabeth chats with Laura Thomas, who edited Elizabeth’s memoir that’s set to be published in June 2026, about the big picture of self-publishing your memoir. It’s so much more than sitting down to write, and you certainly don’t want to do it alone. If there’s anything to take away from this episode, it’s that you need to find your village who will help you find your way. It’s why we’re hosting t...
2026-03-0247 minInspired Writer Collective PodcastEpisode 105: Do It ScaredSend us Fan MailEpisode 105: Do It ScaredYou’ll thank yourself later.It’s Stephanie here, and this message is one that I’ve needed to hear for sure!I wrestle so often with my own fears of showing up and allowing myself to be vulnerable with my writing process, or even just being myself. At the end of the day, there’s nothing better than being yourself and finding the people who love all the parts of you. It’s what writing does and especially the community we’ve built here w...
2026-02-2334 minInspired Writer Collective PodcastEpisode 104: [Hannah Gordon] How You Know You're Ready to Write Your MemoirSend us Fan MailIn this week’s episode, Elizabeth chats with Hannah Gordon, a writer, editor, and publisher who will be one of the panelists at our Memoir Summit on March 14, 2026. The conversation digs into the power of writing for addressing challenging stories and how this informs whether you’re ready to write your memoir. It’s a very personal decision, but you may also need a coach to support you along the way. Both Elizabeth and Hannah offer coaching for memoir writers, so if this conversation resonates with you, you’re invited to reach out and conn...
2026-02-1639 minInspired Writer Collective PodcastEpisode 103: Why You Need to Invest in Yourself as a WriterSend us Fan MailThis week Elizabeth and Stephanie talk about the importance of investing in yourself as a writer. Find the rooms with people who are writing and moving their dream forward. When you put yourself in the right room you’ll be amazed at what happens. It’s only if you’re doing the work of writing you understand the challenges of what comes with the job. It’s not easy. Which is why you need to find your people and we offer spaces for you to show up and invest in your writing journey. If you’v...
2026-02-0928 minInspired Writer Collective PodcastEpisode 102: [Allison Lau] Memoir Writers, Don't Fear the Developmental EditSend us Fan MailElizabeth chats with Allison Lau, a ghostwriter and developmental editor for memoir and mission-driven nonfiction, about the memoir writing process and Allison’s love for helping writers discover their voice and the story that’s meant to be on the page. It’s a conversation that takes you deep into the memoir process and the value of inviting a developmental editor along with you. It’s a beneficial partnership for all writers to have a trustworthy set of eyes on your work. You can get so close and lost in your own work...
2026-02-0245 minInspired Writer Collective PodcastEpisode 99: [BOOK CLUB] What Memoir Writers Can Learn from Reading "All the Way to the River"Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Memoir Writing Coach, Elizabeth Wilson, discusses Elizabeth Gilbert's memoir, All the Way to the River: Why All the Way to the River sparked mixed reactions from readers and why those reactions matter for memoir writersHow relying on a linear structure can strain a memoir when multiple themes (addiction, grief, love, death) are competing for attentionSigns a memoir might benefit from a thematic structure instead of heavy backstoryThe difference between showing lived experience and telling the reader how to interpret itWhy withholding emotions and bodily reactions creates d...
2026-01-1240 minInspired Writer Collective PodcastEpisode 98: Looking Back to Look ForwardSend us Fan MailIt’s something you’re encouraged to do at the end of each year.Do you have to do it?Well, it’s really up to you.And it doesn’t have to look the same as what everyone else is doing.In this week’s episode, we share some of our strategies for reflecting on where we’ve been and where we’re going.You’ll hear about Elizabeth Wilson's annual journal review.Stephanie Oswald shares about the importance of celebrating, eve...
2026-01-0518 minInspired Writer Collective PodcastEpisode 96: [Julie Sedler] The Recurring Emotionality of Writing MemoirSend us Fan MailElizabeth Wilson chats with Julie Sedler about whether or not it's normal to have so many emotions when you're writing and editing your memoir. Julie Sedler was our guest, about a year ago, for Episode 59, when she talked about the importance of knowing why you're writing your memoir. Elizabeth Wilson has been editing her memoir and experiencing big emotions. Julie Sedler confirms it's normal and walks through her journey to publishing her own memoir emphasizing that you've written your memoir because it is meant to be impactful. Welcome to the Insp...
2025-12-0633 minInspired Writer Collective PodcastEpisode 94: Celebrating with Grace and GratitudeSend us Fan MailThere's so much to be grateful for at this time of the year! It's our annual reflection of what we've accomplished that's beyond what we could've ever imagined. We're reminded of how much we grow and embrace our authenticity with each episode. Elizabeth Wilson celebrates the success of another round of the Memoir Master Plan Cohort with a group of amazing women. They found clarity with their core message and scene development for their memoirs. Stephanie Oswald shares about her new writing coaching for neurodivergent women. Offering support in the in...
2025-11-2431 minInspired Writer Collective PodcastAudio of Episode 93: [Jacci Prior] Why Your Audiobook Narrator Choice is Important For Marketing Your BookSend us Fan MailJoin our Embodied Writing Experience for a writer's retreat in your inbox each week: https://inspired-writer-collective.kit.com/e2cab66781In this episode, Elizabeth Wilson chats with Jacci Prior about being an audiobook narrator. Jacci encourages authors to leverage their audiobook for marketing purposes. At the end, get a sneak peek of Elizabeth Wilson's memoir being read by our guest, Jacci Prior, an audiobook narrator.Jacci Prior, when talking about being an audiobook narrator says: " it truly is an acting job. If you don't live and breathe t...
2025-11-1740 minInspired Writer Collective PodcastEpisode 91: Understanding Memoir Structure to Tell Your StorySend us Fan MailElizabeth Wilson & Stephanie Oswald discuss the challenges that come with condensing your lived experience into a narrative form. It’s most common to find if you’re starting to write your first memoir that you’ll begin by choosing a chronological approach to your story. There’s nothing wrong with making this decision, especially if it helps you get your words on the page, but just know you have other optionsIn this episode, Elizabeth leads our conversation about memoir structure with insight into four of the eight possibilities from Jennifer Selig’s...
2025-11-0330 minInspired Writer Collective PodcastEpisode 90: [Kim Mosiman] What You Don't Know You Need to Know About Publishing Your BookSend us Fan MailThis week, Elizabeth chats with our guest, Kim Mosiman, about her book Reflections of Joy and how what she didn't know she needed to know led her to a new career path.You'll find these topics and more in this week's episode:Kim's inspiration for her bookFinding beta readersGetting reviewsMarketing now, even if your book isn't published Get to know Kim Mosiman:Kim Mosiman is an author, certified nutritionist, and Christian life coach who helps women rediscover joy and purpose in their second act. After c...
2025-10-2742 minInspired Writer Collective PodcastEpisode 89: Fiction Writers, What's Your Core Message?Send us Fan MailStephanie Oswald and Elizabeth Wilson talk about the benefit of learning from other genres and what Stephanie Oswald has discovered for her writing while participating in the Memoir Master Plan Cohort. You’ll have to tune in to find out about Stephanie Oswald’s recent celebrity author encounter!What’s the common thread in your writing?As Stephanie Oswald has been working on manifesting the future version of herself as a writer on stages and tour, she kept wondering what she’d talk about in those moments. Sure, she...
2025-10-2025 minInspired Writer Collective PodcastEpisode 87: Caretaking and Your Creative BucketSend us Fan MailElizabeth Wilson and Stephanie Oswald get real about what can happen with your writing process when caretaking roles take over. The solution is remembering to find community. Inspired Writer Collective offers quarterly virtual writing retreats on Zoom. October 11 and 12, 2025 is the next retreat. You can find the form here to let us know you're coming. Welcome to the Inspired Writer Collective podcast. If you've ever felt the pull to write your truth, to shape the chaos of real life into something meaningful and to share your journey with the world, you're in...
2025-10-0625 minInspired Writer Collective PodcastEpisode 86: [Jared Glenn] Writers, Here's Why It's Important to Get Curious About Your ProcessSend us Fan MailThis week we welcome author Jared Glenn. Jared’s second novel, Lost in the Sun, just released and he’s currently working on his third novel. It was so much fun doing the production work on this episode that was recorded in June. Discussions around writing are timeless. You’ll find so much packed into this episode. There’s not a specific timeline for when you need to learn something or apply it to your own writing. There are opportunities all the time to find nuggets of wisdom you can apply to your...
2025-09-2937 minInspired Writer Collective PodcastEpisode 84: [Ananya Mody] Finding a Sense of Belonging Through WritingSend us Fan MailElizabeth chats with Ananya Mody, a screenwriter for Netflix, about how she came to be a screenwriter and her insight for writers about holding onto their voice in the process. Finding her way to herself and where she feels she belongs after experiences in the writing rooms of the screenwriting industry. It wasn’t very glamorous, but she learned a lot about herself and it led her to build her own business to help creatives find their sense of belonging. Through her own experiences traveling and creating a sense of p...
2025-09-1541 minInspired Writer Collective PodcastEpisode 83: How to Tap Into A Deeper Writing Practice with our Embodied Writing ExperienceSend us Fan MailThe answer to your worries about showing up to a blank page and not knowing what to write. Elizabeth Wilson and Stephanie Oswald talk about their newsletter offering of the Embodied Writing Experience. A writing retreat in your inbox every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday. It’s your opportunity to tap into a deeper writing practice with prompts, exercises and ideas for how you can connect at a deeper level with yourself. When you’re writing a memoir, you’re tapping into experiences and emotions that can rock you at the core. When you have t...
2025-09-0830 minInspired Writer Collective PodcastEpisode 82: [Sharissa Bradley] How To Get Your Book Published Without Breaking the BankSend us Fan MailThis week Elizabeth chats with Sharissa Bradley, owner of @projectseedmoney and 5Two Press, about resources available to writers who are ready to publish. If you want to put a quality book out into the world, you're going to need to spend some money because when you try to do it for free, you'll find it won't meet your expectations. Welcome to the Inspired Writer Collective podcast. If you've ever felt the pull to write your truth, to shape the chaos of real life into something meaningful and to share your journey wit...
2025-09-0143 minInspired Writer Collective PodcastEpisode 80: The Key Element Missing From Your MemoirSend us Fan MailDoes your memoir have the structure it needs to effectively connect with readers? In this episode, Elizabeth shares with you one of the key details you need to make sure your memoir hits the mark. This gives you insight into what you'll dive into when you join the Memoir Master Plan Cohort, a 6-week program designed to help you have the plan you need to write your story. You'll learn how to find the thread that weaves through your story of transformation to bring your story to the world. You're unique and only...
2025-08-1830 minInspired Writer Collective PodcastEpisode 79: [Jillian Forsberg] Writing Historical Fiction to Tell Important StoriesSend us Fan MailMemoir Master Plan Cohort is open. Get info and sign up hereElizabeth chats with author, Jillian Forsberg, about her writing life, what inspired her to write her recent novel "Rhino Keeper," and the importance of telling stories that matter. You'll learn about what helps Jillian stay focused on her goals and how she approaches her writing life. This episode is packed full of inspiration to remind you about the importance of telling your story or telling a story you feel needs to be told.For listeners of this...
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