045: Creativity For Impact with Author Melanie Stevenson

Episode Notes:“I hope my books ignite something in someone and help them to think in a deeper way about something than they have before, or even be a healing balm to them.” -Melanie StevensonBorn in England, Melanie Stevenon has never lost her love of British tea and gardens. Her family immigrated to Canada when she was five years old and settled in southern Ontario. Years later, she entered the University of Waterloo as an English major and graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts.Growing up, Melanie was passionate about reading, writing, and drawing. She wrote her first novel at age twelve. Since becoming a Christian at age eighteen, she has filled countless journal pages with prayers which became the inspiration behind her devotionals.One More Tomorrow (September 2019) is Melanie’s debut novel, the first line of which was conceived in an airport terminal. Her second book, Soul Focus – Trials(November 2019), is a selection of devotionals written over a span of ten years.Passionate about the arts, Melanie is also an abstract painter who specializes in acrylic and oil. For over twenty-five years, she has been involved in theatre and has written and directed numerous stage plays. She continues to teach acting classes to young people and adults.In This Episode You Will Hear about:How her first novel began and how she wrote it while homeschooling her 4 kidsHow Melanie’s faith informs on her writing and her devotional seriesThe self-care that nourishes her in her busy lifeThe impact and awareness she hopes her third novel makes for women and girls worldwideResources:Connect to your purpose and elevate your wellness:Online Wellness Programs: http://www.sheilabotelho.comInstagram: @sheilaabotelhoFollow Melanie:Website: www.melaniestevensonauthor.comInstagram: @melaniestevensonauthorFacebook: @MelanieJStevensonMentioned in the interview:Ratanak International: https://www.ratanak.orgRate, Review & Subscribe on Apple Podcasts:“I love Sheila’s insights & guests on The Connect Podcast.”*This interview is for educational purposes only and doesn't necessarily represent the practices of the host. Please consult your physician or health advisor before beginning any new healing or self-care protocol.✍️ Sheila's Notes - The reflections I write only here. For your Expansion Season.🧭 Your Vision Map - Name what you are building before you build it.💎 Work With Me - Choose the most aligned pathway for your business.🎧 Subscribe & Rate this podcast