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Turning Personal Pain Into Fiction: How Author & CFO Anna Gomez Writes Stories That Heal


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In this deeply heartfelt episode, host Ngozi Edema is joined by author and executive Anna Gomez, whose novel Somewhere Along the Way explores themes of mental health, identity, and the complexities of the mother-daughter relationship.

Anna shares how her personal journey influenced the emotional depth of her main character, Charlie, and how she balances the analytical demands of being a CFO with the vulnerability of storytelling. She opens up about the writing routines that work for her, the power of writing for healing, and why prioritizing what matters most is her secret to staying grounded in both roles.

If you are a writer, a creative professional, or someone navigating the intersection between your personal story and your passion, this conversation will leave you both inspired and empowered.

What We Talk About:

  • How mental health shaped the themes in Somewhere Along the Way
  • Juggling creativity with a high-level corporate career
  • Anna’s writing habits, travel inspirations, and creative rituals
  • The importance of managing expectations and honoring your limits
  • Her message to readers: You are not alone
  • Why aspiring writers should just start—without worrying about the outcome

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Also a mom can be several things in one day! Besides hosting this podcast, I write children's books and will love that check them out and gift a child in your life.

Here is a list of books authored by Ngozi Edema:

  1. Mama's Daycare
  2. Mel The Monkey And The Alligator
  3. The Proud Sunflower
  4. Bringing Africa Home: A Cookbook Of 52 Easy African Recipes
  5. Tyson The Lion Who Ignored His Mom's Advice
  6. Freddy and the Veggies

This podcast is for education only and is not a replacement for therapy. We suggest you seek out the help of a trained professional for help with your specific situation.

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