This week, Merideth chats with two fellow writers, Sarah E. Westfall and Jenai Auman. They explore ways to foster joy for the long haul as they discuss their experiences writing and publishing their first traditionally published books together. (They come out within weeks of each other!) Merideth, Sarah, and Jenai emphasize the importance of community, celebrating milestones, and managing vulnerability, and offer encouragement for finding joy in the creative process itself and staying true to oneself despite challenges.

Merideth's book: The Artist's Joy

Artists for Joy IG

Jenai Auman, author and artist

Jenai's book: Othered

Sarah E. Westfall, author and speaker

Sarah's book: The Way of Belonging