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October 19, 2023
Britney Spears Book Cover is Revealed; Are We Ready for Another Celebrity Memoir?
I admit it; the Britney Spears book cover reveal didn’t thrill me. Nothing personal, Brit. I’m just not that interested in celebrity memoirs in general. Perhaps I’m frustrated because the publishing world is a convoluted mess with rising production costs, shrinking profits and fewer opportunities for hardworking writers and indie authors like me. When a …
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October 18, 2023
Exploring The Other Side of Immigration Through Women’s Fiction: The Broken Hummingbird by Ann Marie Jackson
In her newly published and acclaimed fiction novel The Broken Hummingbird, author Ann Marie Jackson tackles themes of marital dissolution and cultural dissonance with the story of one woman’s struggle to truly know her new country and her own heart. The Broken Hummingbird: a 2023 International Book Awards Finalist in Women’s Fiction In this interview, I …
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October 12, 2023
Exploring the Root Causes of Difficult Mother-Daughter Relationships
What causes difficult mother-daughter relationships? The mother-daughter bond is shaped by countless shared experiences and emotional connections. However, various factors can contribute to tension and conflict within this relationship. Cultural expectations, differing personalities, communication styles, unresolved trauma, and unrealistic expectations are just a few of the many potential obstacles. As the daughter in a dysfunctional …
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Turning Pain into Power: Exploring Trauma Recovery in Memoirs
As a reader, I’ve found healing and wisdom in dozens of memoirs. And as an author, I am deeply devoted to the creative practice, which I consider to be a potent medicine for healing and self-discovery. Authentic stories provide us with strength to navigate trauma. They also allow us to learn from others who have …
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August 25, 2023
Telling the Truth though Fiction: Author Esther Erman Writes a Jewish Novel with Heart and Personal History
Born in Stuttgart, Germany, Esther Erman entered the world 18 months after her Jewish parents endured the Holocaust and many horrors of Auschwitz. “Each parent was the sole survivor from their family of origin,” Esther said. “We immigrated to the U.S. when I was a baby, starting off on the Lower East Side in Manhattan. …
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July 4, 2023
Finding a Place to Land: A Journey Through the Pages with Author Sherry Sidoti
Sherry Sidoti is among the talented writers I’ve met through the sisterhood of She Writes authors. Aside from this publishing connection, we share similar histories. Like Sherry and so many others, my smooth path had suddenly become rocky terrain as life brought me unexpected challenges. And while our circumstances were not the same, we both …
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June 29, 2023
Journey From Hurt to Healing: Rica’s Story in Authentic Insider Magazine
Read Rica’s Story in Authentic Insider Magazine When I stumbled on Authentic Insider Magazine, I instantly knew I had to get involved. In the lovely digital pages, you’ll find essays on trauma healing from authors and experts, articles on relevant topics, resources for mental health and general well being, and other insights for living a …
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June 12, 2023
An Interview with Author Debra Whiting Alexander
Debra Whiting Alexander is among the many wonderfully inspiring authors I’ve met online — the internet can be a beautiful place when you meet such interesting people! Debra and I share many things in common, aside from our love of writing and reading. Our bond has deepened through talks about our challenges caring for loved …
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Books to Love/Authors to Follow: An Interview with Debra Whiting Alexander
Debra Whiting Alexander is among the many wonderfully inspiring authors I’ve met online — the internet can be a beautiful place when you meet such interesting people! Debra and I share many things in common, aside from our love of writing and reading. Our bond has deepened through talks about our challenges caring for loved …
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April 26, 2023
Recovery From Toxic Relationships
Recovery from Toxic Relationships: A Journey With the right strategies and support, recovery from toxic relationships is possible. It’s not an easy journey, especially for those dealing with depression or other mental health issues. My own toxic relationships left lasting scars. But upon releasing Nobody’s Daughter: A Memoir of Healing the Mother Wound, I was …
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