From CNN to Novelist: John DeDakis on Healing Through Writing & Finding Your Voice

After 45 years in journalism, including seven years editing for Wolf Blitzer at CNN, John DeDakis made a remarkable pivot from reporting facts to crafting fiction. In this powerful conversation, he joins host Ngozi Edema to discuss the evolution of journalism, the healing power of writing, and how personal loss shaped his storytelling. John also shares practical advice for aspiring authors on starting their first book, avoiding common writing mistakes, and using writing as a tool for self-discovery.If you’ve ever dreamed of writing a book but don’t know where to start, this episode will give you the courage, and the roadmap, to begin.Links Mentioned:John DeDakis → https://johndedakis.com/Mama’s Daycare by Ngozi Edema → https://amzn.to/3fVilJyDelay to Daily Action Course → https://ngoziedema.store/shop/fe45c385-79dd-41d0-a0da-eece23275680Join my community where I support midlife women to move from Idea to Published Author in 90 days:https://www.skool.com/writers-academy-1893/about?ref=14f4886cfea04b969a41d37a4ebfbc8bAnd get my Children's Book Blueprint : Also a mom can be several things in one day! Besides hosting this podcast, I write children's books and will love that check them out and gift a child in your life.Here is a list of books authored by Ngozi Edema:Mama's DaycareMel The Monkey And The AlligatorThe Proud SunflowerBringing Africa Home: A Cookbook Of 52 Easy African RecipesTyson The Lion Who Ignored His Mom's AdviceFreddy and the VeggiesThis podcast is for education only and is not a replacement for therapy. We suggest you seek out the help of a trained professional for help with your specific situation.