Uncorking a Story

Jade Beer is an award-winning editor, journalist, and novelist who has worked across the UK national press for more than twenty years. Most recently, she was the editor-in-chief of Condé Nast's Brides. She also writes for other leading titles including The Sunday Times Style, The Mail on Sunday's YOU magazine, The Telegraph, the Tatler Weddings Guide, Glamour, Stella magazine, and is one of The Mail on Sunday’s regular fiction and nonfiction book reviewers.She joins me today to talk about her latest book, The Last Dress from Paris.

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Sandra Feder is a graduate of Stanford University and is an MFA candidate in the Writing for Children and Young Adults program at the Vermont College of Fine Arts. She is a black belt in Taekwondo, likes to paint, and has a sweet tooth — particularly for dark chocolate. She is the author of two picture books and three early chapter books. She joins me today to talk about Angry Me, her sixth book. 

Why did she start writing children’s books? Why is important to recognize anger as an emotion? What advice would she give her younger self? Listen in to uncover the answers to these questions and learn how being a children’s author can be a rewarding experience.

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About Allison Raskin: Allison is a New York Times best-selling author. She is also the co-host of the popular podcast, Just Between Us and co-creator of a YouTube channel of the same name. Allison has written and developed multiple TV shows and created the original scripted podcast, Gossip. A vocal mental health advocate, Allison also runs the mental health-focused Instagram account Emotional Support Lady. Her latest book is called Overthinking About You: Navigating Romantic Relationships When You Have Anxiety, OCD And/Or Depression.

In this episode, Mike and Allison discuss: 

• The benefits that Allison receives from writing
• Why laughter is medicine
• Allison’s motivation for writing her book
• How to figure out what you need (and how to ask for it)

Key Takeaways: 

• Writing not only helps us express ourselves better, but it also helps us process a lot of things and is an excellent way to get your point and purpose across, whatever that may be.
• Laughter is the best medicine, and we need it now more than ever to get us through these difficult times and remind us that life is not something to be endured.
• You can have a mental health issue while also having a healthy relationship. It just comes down to finding the right person who is worth your time and effort and understands your situation.
• It is important to figure out what you need and communicate it to those around you. People will never understand or know what you are feeling unless you tell them.

"Have more self-compassion for yourself. You shouldn't deprive yourself of what you want. Instead, you should really honor that desire and put in the work so that you can have the life that you want." – Allison Raskin

Grab a copy of Overthinking About You:

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Website: https://www.allisonraskin.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allisonraskin/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/AllisonRaskin

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/justbetweenusshow

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Kelly Leonard is the Executive Director of Insights and Applied Improvisation at The Second City. He began his Second City career in 1988, eventually becoming producer of Second City in 1992 and Executive Vice President through 2015. He has produced hundreds of original revues with talent such as Stephen Colbert, Tina Fey, Keegan Michael Key, Seth Meyers and Amy Poehler. His book, "Yes, And," received rave reviews in Vanity Fair and the Washington Post.

What role did his father play in pursuing a career in arts/entertainment? How did he go from being a dishwasher to becoming producer of Second City? How can improvisational techniques be used to improve romantic relationships? Listen in to hear the answers to these questions as well as learn who shot JR.

Buy Yes, And,

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Connect with Kelly

Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/klsecondcity

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Website: https://www.secondcity.com/people/kelly-leonard+

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E Lockhart is the author of We Were Liars, Genuine Fraud, The Disreputable History of Frankie Landau-Banks and a number of other novels. She joins me today to talk about her latest book, Family of Liars.

What is the importance of community when it comes to writing a book? Why do authors seek institutional validation of talent? What advice would she give her younger self? Listen in to uncover the answers to these questions as well as learn why The Haunted Mansion is her favorite Disney attraction.

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/elockhart

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/10154068084943083

Website: http://www.emilylockhart.com/

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Polly was in the second wave of women ordained priest in the Episcopal Church. Her book, American Blues, is available wherever books are sold. 

Why did she become a priest? What obstacles did she have to climb on her path to ordination? What moved her to write American Blues? Tune into the deep episode of Uncorking a Story to learn the answers to these questions and uncover how American Blues is, in part, her personal story.

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Website: https://www.pollyhamiltonhilsabeck.com/

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About

As the director of educational outreach at the Holocaust Documentation and Education Center for twenty-six years, Merle Saferstein worked closely with hundreds of Holocaust survivors helping them pass along their Legacy of Remembrance to hundreds of thousands of students and teachers. She joins me today to talk about her life and her book Living and Leaving My Legacy: Volume 1.

Connect with Merle

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Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/a/54587/9780593335321

Website: https://merlersaferstein.com/

Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/merles1212/

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/safer1212

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About Marilyn Simon Rothstein: Marilyn is the author of Lift and Separate and Husbands and Other Sharp Objects. She is the winner of the Star Award presented by the Women’s Fiction Writers Association for Outstanding Debut. She joins me today to talk about her third novel, Crazy to Leave You.

She graduated from New York University with a degree in Journalism, began her writing career at Seventeen magazine, and owned an advertising agency for over twenty-five years.

Marilyn holds an MA in liberal studies from Wesleyan University and an MA in Judaic studies from the University of Connecticut. She enjoys giving talks at book festivals and community events.

In this episode, Mike and Marilyn discuss: 

• Marilyn's journey towards writing her first book
• Why marketing your book is so important
• Marilyn's new book book, Crazy to Leave You
• How Marilyn used her sense of humor to her advantage

Key Takeaways: 

• Every writer will face rejection at some point in their career, but can’t give up. Someone will find value in your story and timing is everything.
• Writing is the fun part, but books have to be marketed, promoted, and distributed. Marilyn’s career in advertising gave her a leg up when it came time for her books to hit the shelves.
• Everything happens for a reason. Things will not go as planned, but keep in mind that you are simply being prepared for something bigger and better. Don’t let rejection impact your sense of self esteem. Writers have to persevere through setbacks.
• Comedy has the ability to heal us. Writers must embrace their sense of humor. Those with a good sense of humor have the power to change people's lives.

"Take it easy, it's gonna be alright." – Marilyn Simon Rothstein

Connect with Marilyn Simon Rothstein:

Website: https://www.marilynsimonrothstein.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=552642036

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/nounsandverbs1

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marilynsimonrothstein/

Email: [email protected]

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About

Kristan Higgins has sold 4.5 million books worldwide, scored nine New York Times bestsellers, and is published in more than two dozen languages. Her novels have received rave reviews from the New York Times and NPR and regularly receive national media attention from People, Entertainment Weekly, Woman’s World and more. Her latest book. OUT OF THE CLEAR BLUE SKY, is a story of betrayal, revenge, and healing.

Connect with Kristan

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Website: https://www.kristanhiggins.com/

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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/kristanhiggins

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About

Shaun Phillips is a Christian author, speaker, coach, and pioneer. His first book, Flappy and Whiskers go to the Park, was published August 2021, ten after writing it for his two young daughters. Through the experience of getting that book published, Shaun has uncovered a passion for helping others unlock their untold stories and share them with the world through books, videos, podcasts and live performances.

What impact did being read to as a child help steer Shaun to his interest in writing and publishing? What role did vulnerability play in him sharing his work with others? How did the encouragement from others give him the confidence to publish his first book? Tune in to hear the answers to these questions as well as learn how you can work with Shaun to help start you on your own publishing journey?

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Website: https://shaunphillips.co/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shaunhphillips/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4nGEyPc2pvYwke3xm9SoOA

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