“Balancing Acts” featuring Katie Gutierrez

In this episode of Imposter Hour, hosts Liz and Greg engage in a deep conversation with author Katie Gutierrez about her experiences with imposter syndrome, the complexities of motherhood, and the journey of writing her debut novel, More Than You'll Ever Know. Katie shares her insights on identity, ambition, and the challenges of being a writer while navigating personal and societal expectations. The discussion also touches on the creative process, the long journey of writing a book, and the importance of representation in literature.Katie opens up about her struggle with imposter syndrome, which intensified after publishing her novel. She reflects on how supportive parents were vital in nurturing her early writing career and how her writing identity is inextricably linked to her writing practice. Transitioning from writer to author brought new layers of self-doubt, particularly when balancing motherhood and the loss of previous identities. Her novel explores themes of marriage, motherhood, and female ambition. Katie also gives insight into the extensive editing process and how self-discovery plays a major role in her writing. Her upcoming project will tackle wealth, power, and the intricacies of a historical murder trial.