221. Claiming your author’s voice and building community

221. Claiming your author’s voice and building community

In this powerful conversation, writer and literacy advocate Tamela Julia Gordon joins me to explore what she calls the “pour and be poured” model of community: an intentional approach to giving and receiving that replaces transactional relationships with mutual care and connection. Tamela shares her personal journey—from finding basic stability to building deep emotional bonds—and how proximity, place, and presence shape the communities we create.

We also dig into the publishing industry’s ongoing lack of diversity, what that means for whose stories get told, and how readers and writers alike can be part of lasting change. Tamela offers a candid look at the realities of life as an author—the emotional highs and lows of publishing—and why embracing the identity of “writer” requires commitment far beyond a single book.

This episode is an invitation to reflect on your own circles of support, the stories you uplift, and the ways you show up for others. Whether you’re seeking deeper connection, navigating your creative path, or simply trying to live more intentionally, Tamela’s insights offer both grounding and inspiration.

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76. Working with a Ghostwriter: Why, What, How, and How Much, with Robin Bethel

76. Working with a Ghostwriter: Why, What, How, and How Much, with Robin Bethel

Ghostwriting has been made more visible recently with Prince Harry’s writer, J. R. Moehringer. But the practice has been around long before the prince’s memoir—and is utilized by people other than pri...

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75. Five authors on how they did it (replay)

75. Five authors on how they did it (replay)

Last year, I hosted an alumni celebration for graduates of my program, Nonfiction Book School. As part of the event, I asked past students to share their stories. And—wow—I was so inspired! I knew I h...

18 Tammi 202348min

74. The true ROI of writing a book (replay)

74. The true ROI of writing a book (replay)

Many aspiring authors anchor to one thing early in the book-writing process—often before they’ve even written a word: potential book sales. They do the math: how many books will I have to sell to make...

11 Tammi 202315min

73. Ask Stacy: Your writing and publishing questions, answered! (Part 2)

73. Ask Stacy: Your writing and publishing questions, answered! (Part 2)

Answers to your burning questions on all things writing, publishing, platform, and more—part 2! I often say that entering the world of publishing is like learning a new language. I should know. I’ve t...

4 Tammi 202339min

72. How to get an agent and protect yourself as an author, with attorney and agent Joe Perry

72. How to get an agent and protect yourself as an author, with attorney and agent Joe Perry

Joseph Perry is a publishing attorney and literary agent. As an attorney, Joseph counsels clients in the publishing industry, where he drafts and negotiates various publishing agreements, gives legal ...

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71. Ask Stacy: Your writing and publishing questions, answered! (Part 1)

71. Ask Stacy: Your writing and publishing questions, answered! (Part 1)

This week, I’m answering your burning questions on all things writing, publishing, platform, and more. I often say that entering the world of publishing is like learning a new language. I should know....

7 Joulu 202241min

70. Grit, grace, and writing a book as a high-level executive, with author David Morales

70. Grit, grace, and writing a book as a high-level executive, with author David Morales

This week, I’m joined by author David Morales. His book, American Familia: A Memoir of Perseverance, was released in February 2022 and already has dozens of five-star reviews and has impacted readers ...

9 Marras 202240min

Season 4 coming soon!

Season 4 coming soon!

This short and sweet episode details my plans for season 4 (!!!) of this podcast. I need your support to reach more listeners. Please rate and review this show—and share with a friend! Get my accelera...

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