What if I told you that 50 isn't the end of your creative dreams, it's just the beginning? Mary Carroll Moore proves it's never too late to reinvent yourself and follow your true calling.

If you're a high achiever, seeker, or anyone navigating a major life transition, this conversation will inspire you to embrace courage, rediscover your passions, and live with greater purpose.

Mary Carroll Moore is a bestselling and award-winning author of 13 books in three genres, including the PEN/Faulkner and Lambda Literary Awards–nominated novel Qualities of Light. She has been a chef, cookbook author, syndicated LA Times columnist, and writing teacher who helps others find their creative voice. After a life-changing cancer diagnosis in her forties, Mary courageously shifted careers and began writing fiction at the age of 50.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• From chef to novelist: How a health crisis became her greatest teacher
• Why 50 was the perfect time to start her dream (not too late)
• The courage practice that helped her leave a successful career behind
• How creativity and art can heal during major life transitions
• Legacy, family influence, and discovering your true calling
• Permission to reinvent yourself at any age

PERFECT FOR: Leaders, seekers, writers, midlife transitioners, and anyone ready to embrace reinvention, reclaim joy, and live with intention.

Show notes: https://akuzmagroup.com/podcast/writingfictionat50

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• Website → https://www.marycarrollmoore.com
• Substack → https://marycarrollmoore.substack.com
• Mary's books → Books — Mary Carroll Moore | Author and Artist
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• Twitter: Mary Carroll Moore (@writeabook) on X
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marycarrollmoore/

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