Though Amy Stewart author of the Drunken Botanist, the Kopp Sisters historical fiction series, and many others, has wanted to be a writer since she was a kid, that doesn't matter one bit, she says. We change throughout our lives, whether you wanted to write early or are coming to it now, writing is accessible to anyone. Writing, like her urban sketching and artwork she creates, is about practice, learning the skills, and processes that help you improve and get the world done. It's also important that writers stay well. Writing, sitting at the desk typing, can hurt the body over time. In this wide-ranging interview, Stewart explains her writing process, and why she isn't an early morning or late-night writer.

To learn more about author Amy Stewart and take her classes go to https://amystewart.com

Her newest book, The Tree Collectors which she both wrote and illustrated, is set for a July, 2024 release.

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