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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29. How to deliver a phenomenal virtual keynote and recover from business disaster with Misty Megia

29. How to deliver a phenomenal virtual keynote and recover from business disaster with Misty Megia

Misty Megia is a creative producer extraordinaire who has helped craft and produce keynotes on some of the biggest stages in the world. After leaving her high-profile Fortune 500 position on February ...

4 Joulu 202043min

28. Ask Stacy: What did you overcome to reach where you are today?

28. Ask Stacy: What did you overcome to reach where you are today?

This week, I get to do one of my favorite things: answer your questions! Questions include: What were the major mental, emotional, or professional milestones that you had to reach or overcome in you...

20 Marras 202039min

27. Olympic athletes and entrepreneurship with publisher Maryanna Young

27. Olympic athletes and entrepreneurship with publisher Maryanna Young

Joy, freedom, and friend—these are the words that guide Maryanna Young, CEO and founder of Aloha Publishing. In this episode, she shares how the principles she learned coaching Olympic and world class...

6 Marras 202028min

26. Building a thought leadership platform as an author with Naren Aryal

26. Building a thought leadership platform as an author with Naren Aryal

Growing your influence and impact as an author requires more than just writing a book people want to read. You need to show up with passion, purpose, and consistency to develop a solid author platform...

23 Loka 202024min

25. Building a six-figure PR firm with Caitlin Copple Masingill

25. Building a six-figure PR firm with Caitlin Copple Masingill

I’m joined this week by Caitlin Copple Masingill, founder of Full Swing PR. We talk all things location independence, business, courage . . . and even making money with a liquor license. Alongside her...

9 Loka 202029min

24. What “beyond better” means—and hello, season 3!

24. What “beyond better” means—and hello, season 3!

This episode kicks off a brand new season and a new name for the podcast: Beyond Better. I share the story behind the name and how the concept of creating a life that is beyond better impacts every ar...

25 Syys 202016min

An update on Season 3—plus a guest appearance from my son

An update on Season 3—plus a guest appearance from my son

This week, I'm sharing an update on all things content-related, including Season 3 of this podcast and the StacyEnnis.com blog. Plus, I share a brief update on Nonfiction Book School. Keep listening f...

4 Syys 20206min

23. Sharing the story behind Nonfiction Book School

23. Sharing the story behind Nonfiction Book School

This week, I share the backstory of Nonfiction Book School, my new, live book-writing program for aspiring authors. But it’s not just a 411 on the program—it’s a story. A tale about sticking with your...

31 Heinä 202016min

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