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EPISODE · Jun 9, 2025 · 36 MIN

Ep. 965 – From Hollywood Writer Rooms to Writing Her Own Rules with Amy Suto (@Sutoscience)

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“Whether you want to publish a book or get paid to be a writer as your job, there are so many different ways to earn money as a writer. I hope people don't immediately think, 'Oh, being a writer means you're going to be broke.' I thought that growing up, and I was scared of becoming a writer until I proved myself wrong.” – Amy SutoToday’s featured bestselling author is a digital nomad, entrepreneur, produced Hollywood TV writer, freelance memoir ghostwriter, and book editor, Amy Suto. Amy and I had a fun on a bun chat about her books, how she became a six-figure freelance writer, prioritizing passion while avoiding overwhelm, and tons more!!! Key Things You’ll Learn:How the pandemic led Amy to a nomadic lifestyleThree invaluable lessons from her travelsHow Amy balances ghostwriting, blogging, and fiction writingWhat inspired Amy to write her first fiction novel, "The Nomad Detective"How to overcome some of the blocks to good fictionAmy’s Site: https://www.amysuto.com/Amy’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0834G4441/allbooksAmy’s Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-the-desk-of-amy-suto-make-writing-your-job/id1692079930Amy’s Substack: https://fromthedeskofamysuto.substack.com/The opening track is titled, “North Wind and the Sun” by Trevin P. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://compilationsforhumanity.bandcamp.com/track/north-wind-and-the-sunPlease support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGet Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmonThe Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awotYou May Also Like…Ep. 928 – The Little Book of Big Dreams with Isa Adney (@IsaAdney): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-928-the-little-book-of-big-dreams-with-isa-adney-isaadney/Ep. 839 – How AI Can Enhance Your Storytelling and Creative Process with Richard Rosser: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-839-how-ai-enhance-your-storytelling-and-creative-process-with-richard-rosser/279 – Peak Performance Ghostwriting with Kathrin Hutson (@ExquisitelyDark): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/279-peak-performance-ghostwriting-with-kathrin-hutson-exquisitelydark/ 173 - The God Groove with David Ritz (@davidritz): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/173-the-god-groove-with-david-ritz-davidritz/Ep. 854 – How to Be a Digital Nomad with Kayla Ihrig (@KaylaIhrig): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-854-how-to-be-a-digital-nomad-with-kayla-ihrig-kaylaihrig/Ep. 896 – From Mind to Manuscript with Maggie Mills (@takemaggiesword): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-896-from-mind-to-manuscript-with-maggie-mills-takemaggiesword/Ep. 477 – P.S. You're a Genius with Kelly Trach (@kellytrach): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-477-ps-youre-a-genius-with-kelly-trach-kellytrach/Ep. 384 – Steal Your Skills From Corporate with Katrina Roddy (@KRoddy65): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-384-steal-your/Ep. 578 – From Great Resignation to Life Transformation with Heather Markel (@expatconnector): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-578-from-great-resignation-to-life-transformation-with-heather-markel-expatconnector/54 - Living & Traveling Abroad with Nicole T. Brewer (@iluv2globetrot): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/54-living-traveling-abroad-with-nicole-t-brewer-iluv2globetrot/Ep. 946 – How Stories Drive Impact and Inspire Action with Autumn Karen: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-946-how-stories-drive-impact-and-inspire-action-with-autumn-karen-autumncarrying/185 - Ultralearning with Scott H. Young (@ScottHYoung): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/185-ultralearning-with-scott-h-young-scotthyoung/Ep. 314.5 – Turning Point with Kristy Smith (@kristynotkirsty): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-3145-holiday-bonus-turning-point-with-kristy-smith-kristynotkirsty/

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