From Accountant to Author: Ruby Raynes' Inspiring Journey - Midlife Career Change, Ep. 4

Ruby Raynes shares her extraordinary journey as both an accountant and a romance author in this engaging episode. Remarkably, she composed her third book, "Jasper," while battling breast cancer, demonstrating her resilience and dedication to her craft. In our conversation, Ruby illuminates the significance of her writing not only as a personal outlet but also as a means to amplify queer voices and foster community support. Her narrative underscores the importance of representation and the power of storytelling in creating spaces of acceptance and joy. Ultimately, Ruby's story is one of perseverance, self-discovery, and the unwavering belief in the transformative nature of love.Show notes:Ruby Raynes's journey is one marked by resilience and creativity, as explored in the latest episode of Her Intentional Reset. As a romance author, Ruby discusses her unique transition from a career in accounting to writing MM romance novels, shedding light on the motivation that fueled her passion for storytelling. She candidly reflects on her experiences as an author navigating the complexities of the publishing world, including the challenges of self-publishing and the significance of community support. Ruby's narrative is particularly poignant as she shares her battle with breast cancer, during which she wrote her third book, Jasper. This experience not only shaped her writing but also deepened her commitment to portraying queer joy and representation in her work. The episode serves as an inspiring call to action for listeners, encouraging them to pursue their own creative aspirations while highlighting the healing power of storytelling and community.Takeaways:00:00 - Facing the Audience05:06 - The Journey of Self-Discovery in MM Romance16:30 - The Journey to Audiobook Production20:18 - Navigating Life and Writing Through Cancer34:21 - Building a Supportive Community in Literature38:15 - The Journey of Self-Discovery and Acceptance45:53 - Transitioning to Personal InsightsFind Ruby's Books:Love in Ink Series: Finn | Jackson | Jasper | Dom — Available on Amazon & AudibleShop illustrated covers, book boxes + more: rubyrains.comFollow Ruby:Facebook Page @ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095156705018 Facebook Group @ https://www.facebook.com/share/g/14uLHQN2Nb/Instagram @ https://www.instagram.com/author_rubyraynes/#Linktree: https://linktr.ee/authorrubyraynesBook Recommendation From This Episode: "Until I Saw You" by Diana RomaineCONNECT WITH HIRInstagram @ https://www.instagram.com/herintentionalreset.co/Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61587329908947Website: : https://herintentionalreset.com/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGntCEey4YretrZ39A7mINUiy-Dmz7iRv0BDLhY2OcDQkfqMmMGK8--zTX20RE_aem_d_YskQDM9KyDWyA-8dxVVwIf HIR has been valuable to you, you can support the show here: https://ko-fi.com/herintentionalresetNo pressure — just making it easy for listeners who want to say so.Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hemlock/the-way-forwardLicense code: RVGOVVHKDJFBKVJC