How Writing Heals Trauma: From Survival to 5 Published Books with A.E. Lee

In this episode of Beyond the Best Seller, host Kelly Schuknecht interviews Amanda Lee, author of the memoir 'One of the Lucky Ones.' Amanda shares her harrowing journey through an abusive marriage, the cathartic process of writing her memoir, and the importance of recognizing emotional abuse and gaslighting. She discusses the challenges of leaving an abusive relationship, the impact of her story on others, and her experiences with publishing her work. Amanda's story is one of resilience, empowerment, and the healing power of sharing one's truth. In this episode, we discuss: The harrowing "wake-up call" that led Amanda to leave her marriage and protect her children How gaslighting and emotional abuse chip away at self-esteem over time The therapeutic power of writing and how Amanda moved past her "hatred" of the craft The reality of the traditional publishing path versus self-publishing Why your personal story is worth sharing, even when it feels vulnerable Resources Mentioned: Purchase the book One of the Lucky Ones by A.E. Lee: https://amzn.to/4pIf6ce Connect with A.E. Lee on her website: A.E. LEE – Author A.E. Lee Follow A.E. Lee on Instagram: A.E. Lee (@authoraelee) • Instagram photos and videos Listen to the episode on Financial Abuse with Amanda Cassar: Financial Secrets Revealed: Empowering Women with Amanda Cassar | Beyond the Bestseller If this episode resonated with you or someone you know, don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with those who might need to hear Amanda Lee's story. For more resources to help you write and market your book, visit https://kellyschuknecht.com. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic abuse, please contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline by calling 800-799-7233, texting "START" to 88788, or visiting thehotline.org.