Author Workshop Event

Welcome to The McKinney Podcast, where we celebrate the people and happenings that make our city "Unique By Nature." This special episode features Sheila Williamson, Lisa Hammett and Elizabeth Mahusay with a behind-the-scenes look at the Local Authors Showcase. The MCKPOD is presented by RiskWell and FredShots Photography and recorded at the RiskWell studio in McKinney. Your hosts are James Jenkins and Fred Mahusay Key Topics: Inside the Local Authors Showcase what it is, who it’s for, and why it matters How personal experiences led each guest to write and publish a book Turning pain into purpose: addiction recovery, burnout, and mindset transformation Why McKinney continues to attract and inspire creative talent What aspiring authors should know before writing their first book The power of vulnerability in storytelling and connecting with readers Encouragement for anyone who’s ever said, “I think I have a book in me.” Resources Mentioned: https://lisahammett.com https://haimanhogue.com https://elizabethmahusayswc.com Visit https://www.mckinneypodcast.com to subscribe to the email list and never miss an episode. Join the #MCKPOD community at https://www.facebook.com/groups/mckinneypodcast and engage with your neighbors and fellow fans of the show. Check out the #MCKPOD YouTube Channel to watch the video versions of our episode and see lots of additional content: https://youtube.com/@mckinneypodcast James and Fred would love to hear from you with any comments, questions, or ideas! Email the show at [email protected] and you may be featured on a future mailbag segment.