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EPISODE · Dec 3, 2025 · 45 MIN

How Mary Newnham Turned a Blog Into a Book Deal

from Beyond The Plot Podcast · host Lisa El-Behnaihy

Today we’re diving into an incredible creative journey with author Mary Newnham! From writing a blog in her twenties to rediscovering storytelling during the pandemic, Mary’s path has been anything but linear—and that’s why it’s so inspiring.We chat about:✨ Her early blogging days✨ Earning a master’s degree in creative writing✨ Protecting your writing time (and why it matters!)✨ The ups and downs of the writing process✨ The moment her debut novel, Amy Elman Doesn’t Feel Sexy, became a realityIf you’re a writer—or you’ve ever dreamed of becoming one—this episode is the encouragement you’ve been waiting for.

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