Podcast: LiveWriters

The Journey to Sobriety with Ryan Penley

Sobriety is a complex and deeply personal journey, particularly for individuals in the creative field. Struggling with or recovering from addiction introduces unique challenges that can deeply affect an author’s work and life. The solitude and introspective nature required for writing can magnify these struggles, making it imperative to address and understand the intricacies of sobriety. This episode offers a candid exploration into how overcoming these hurdles not only influences an author’s personal development but also enriches their storytelling.

In this episode of the Author Revolution Podcast, I had the privilege of speaking with Ryan Penley, author of “Man Up, Sober Up,” about his transformative journey from hitting rock bottom to recovery. Penley’s raw and inspiring story provides invaluable insights for authors facing similar challenges or those wishing to understand the journey of sobriety better. This conversation aims to inspire, educate, and offer hope to those in the throes of their battles or supporting someone through theirs.

Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the resilience required for sobriety and how it can lead to profound personal and creative growth.

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Palindromes

Timely wordplay, with poems by Ronald Vossler, Shelley Smithson and Helen Wickes.  Support the show

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#209 Amy Noelle Parks – AVERIL OFFLINE Unraveled

In this episode, author Amy Noelle Parks takes us behind the scenes of her middle grade novel, AVERIL OFFLINE.

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I Absolutely, Positively Love My Spots by Lid’ya Rivera

Lid’ya Rivera shares (HarperCollins), a lyrical celebration of self-esteem, perseverance, and loving the skin you’re in that will inspire all children to appreciate their spots or what makes them different. Illustrated by Niña Mata. Visit Lid’ya…

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Episode 244: Middle Grade and Market Fluctuations

Grace and Alvina talk about the slumping middle grade market and talk about how the market fluctuates overall. See complete show notes at . Click here to become a Patreon member: . See info about Grace Lin’s books here: gracelin.com. Follow us in…

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On The Margin – Thursday, March 28, 2024

E. Ethelbert Miller is a poet, memoirist, and literary activist. He is an inductee of the 2015 Washington, DC Hall of Fame and recipient of the AWP 2016 George Garrett Award for Outstanding…

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Redefining “American” and the Inequalities of the State with George Packer

In this episode of Just the Right Book with Roxanne Coady, George Packer joins Roxanne to discuss his new book, The Last Best Hope: America in Crisis and Renewal, out now from Farrar, Straus and Giroux. Buy the book from RJ Julia: The Last Best Hope: America in Crisis and Renewal – George Packer Sign…

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Defining Book Club Fiction

Revolutionize Your Author Journey: The Art of Relearning

The journey of an author is filled with continuous learning and adaptation. In the fast-paced and ever-evolving world of writing and publishing, what worked yesterday may not hold the same impact today. Authors often find themselves at a crossroads, where techniques and strategies that once felt familiar now seem outdated or ineffective. This stagnation can be a significant hurdle, but it also presents an opportunity. Cycling back to relearn and reevaluate these areas from a fresh perspective can be incredibly powerful. Revisiting the fundamentals of social media, advertising, character creation, and mastering tropes with new experiences and tools can unlock deeper understanding and innovation. It’s about peeling back the layers to uncover hidden depths in areas we thought we knew, providing a chance for growth, adaptation, and renewed creativity.

In this week’s episode of the Author Revolution Podcast, I’m shining a light on the transformative journey that relearning can bring to an author’s career. Let’s introduce a fresh perspective on how going back to the basics can lead to breakthroughs that propel authors forward in unexpected and exciting ways. Whether you’re revisiting familiar territory or exploring it with new eyes, this episode encourages authors to embrace the art of relearning as a strategy for unlocking creativity and achieving greater success.

Join me to discover how relearning can revolutionize your author journey and remind you that the path to innovation is paved with the willingness to reexamine what we already know.

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Peek Inside the New Issue

Working through it, with pieces from Ellie Anderson, Etta Brandt, and Nikia Leopold. Support the show

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