Episode 5: [REFLECTION] End of 2023 Year Catch Up

In this episode, Stephanie and Elizabeth share insights into the delicate balance of parenting and personal projects. They discuss the challenges of returning from holidays and dealing with the aftermath of COVID, all while juggling their creative pursuits. Stephanie shares their progress on a book, inspired by the captivating storytelling of Abby Jimenez, specifically diving into the complexities of contemporary romance and the art of crafting tension and resolution. The conversation delves into the importance of well-developed characters and the unique ways in which Jimenez weaves her stories together across different books. The hosts also explore trigger warnings in contemporary romance and the handling of tough subjects. The episode concludes with a discussion on the joys and challenges of the writing process, including the non-linear approach to scene creation, the significance of dialogue, and the influences of different writing styles. Overall, it's an engaging and insightful conversation about the intricacies of parenting, reading, and writing in the midst of life's various demands.Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the Inspired Writer Collective podcast. If you've ever felt the pull to write your truth, to shape the chaos of real life into something meaningful and to share your journey with the world, you're in the right place. We're your hosts, Elizabeth and Stephanie, writers, coaches, and entrepreneurs who believe in you and know how important it is to find a writing community to guide you on your path to self-publishing. You’re invited to connect with us by joining our Embodied Writing Experience where you’ll get a writer’s retreat directly to your inbox on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays each week. Whether you’re working on a memoir, a novel, or journaling for yourself, this is an invitation to slow down, tune in, and write with embodied intention.   Join our Embodied Writing Experience where you’ll get a writer’s retreat directly to your inbox each week. This is an invitation to slow down, tune in, and write with embodied intention.   If you missed this year's Memoir Summit, we recorded it! You can purchase the replays and get instant access to over 4 hours of memoir-specific content from Elizabeth and our amazing panelists of published memoir authors, indie presses, editors, and industry professionals!Work 1:1 with Memoir Coach Elizabeth Wilson. Book a session here.If you prefer to watch our conversations, you can find all of them on our YouTube channel.You can find us on Instagram.