It's a linear narrative... but a trail is a line — Andrea Lani tells the story of Uphill Both Ways: Hiking Toward Happiness on the Colorado Trail

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Andrea talks about her hybrid memoir Uphill Both Ways: Hiking Toward Happiness on the Colorado Trail. We cover: Scooby Doo writing Making sure research doesn't become a speed bump in the narrativeOrphan lines and tightening proseThe value of time for 'digesting'  Publishing with a university press and getting feedback from reviewers Creative ways to launch and market your book Mom 'zines, baby-wearing, and the lure of the damn Heartsong catalog You can buy Andrea's book Uphill Both Ways, or Cheryl Strayed's Wild and Tiny Beautiful Things (both mentioned in the episode) at the links. You can find out more about Andrea on her website here.   This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit writingstories123.substack.com