Ep. 39: How to Write and Heal from the Trauma of Rape - First-Time Author Lessons from Sharon Hermitt

Can rape be redemptive? Find out how one rape survivor has turned her tragedy in triumph in this episode of the Authorpreneur Secret$ Podcast. In September 2021, Sharon E. ‘Hephzibah’ Hermitt (MSc. HRM, B.A. Theology, B.A. Ministry), published her debut book, “Brushstrokes on His Masterpiece,” an autobiographical exposition of the trauma of rape. In this book, Sharon, a rape overcomer, takes you on a journey from the humiliation of rape to exaltation in Christ. Sharon’s story illustrates how God expertly uses traumatic, unpleasant experiences to mold and shape His people into vessels fit for honorable use. Sharon is the founder of HR Wisdom Limited, a human resource consultancy, and Sexual Shalom Global Outreach which facilitates healing and restoration for victims of rape through education, mentoring, and training and development. She writes a blog titled ahermittsmusings and contributes weekly columns to a Jamaican newspaper, and is a Justice of the Peace for the island of Jamaica. In this episode Sharon shares the following: - Why and how she wrote about the experience - When she was raped and its effects - Her steps to healing - Her publishing experience through the Authorpreneur Secret$ Academy - Writing tips for first-time authors Contact Sharon at: : Email: [email protected] Books Mentioned “Brushstrokes on His Masterpiece” - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09GGBLHRW/ Authorpreneur Secret$: Write Fast, Publish Affordably and Generate Lasting Income https://www.amazon.com/Authorpreneur-Secrets-Publish-Affordably-Generating/dp/1626767262 Episode Sponsor: The Authorpreneur Secret$ Academy Note that our Authorpreneur Secret$ Academy will be open for enrollment in January 12-25, 2022.  Join the group at https://bit.ly/ASAMGroup About the Host C. Ruth is an Authorpreneurship Specialist and Publishing Coach from the beautiful island of Jamaica. She is also the best-selling author of over 20 books and an international speaker. She has spoken in at least 14 countries, empowering people to win in their personal, spiritual and professional lives. Ruth works with authors to write and publish books without breaking the bank, and teaches them how to leverage books to transform lives, achieve their goals and create sustainable income. She is also the creator of the Authorpreneur Secret$ Academy.