What happens when you spend ten years chasing a dream—only to face rejection again and again? Melissa Ferguson did just that. In this hilarious and heartfelt conversation, Melissa shares how she went from writing secretly in a Walmart-adjacent extended stay to becoming a bestselling author with multiple book-to-movie deals. She’s a homesteading mom of four, a romantic comedy writer, and now a children’s book author with Our Friendly Farmhouse, a stunning family-authored picture book rooted in real life.

Melissa and Ginny dig into what it means to pursue creativity as a mom, why calculated risks matter, and how to build a life (and a farmhouse) one bold step at a time. From publishing realities to auction-day adrenaline to raising your neighbor's rabbits, this episode is both wildly entertaining and quietly motivating. Whether you’re waiting for permission to chase a dream—or already chasing one—this is your nudge to keep going.

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Melissa’s new children’s book: Our Friendly Farmhouse — Buy it here

Melissa’s novels and rom-coms: Melissa Ferguson’s Author Page

Follow Melissa on Instagram: @ourfriendlyfarmhouse

Learn more: melissaferguson.com

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