Queries, Qualms, & Quirks asks published authors to share their successful query letter and discuss their journey from first spark to day of publication. Author Sarah Nicolas interviews authors of all genres about how they got started writing, their writing process, getting their book deal, and their experiences with publication.
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When my niece was murdered in 2018, my interest in true crime turned to an obsession. I cover mostly Canadian cases and largely from my hometown of Calgary. I respect the victims and their families because I’ve been there. Every victims story deserves to be told. No chatting about my personal life or witty banter….I just get right to the case and tell the victim’s story. My personal story can be found in Season 1, episodes 17&18. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw
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Rebuild your body, health and your life, no matter what stage of motherhood you’re at. With more than two decades of experience in the health and wellbeing industry, host and mum of four Amelia Phillips speaks to the top parenting, fitness and medical experts to find out how you can thrive when you’re sleep deprived, learn to love your post-baby body, balance career with kids, keep your relationship with your partner on track and more. Practical tips you can implement straight away to improv ...
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Some people do bad stuff for no good reason and then blame others for their own bad behaviour. Mattisse's mom was no exception Support the show – a one time donation can be made to A Million Other Choices directly at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw or support Taylor’s foundation and victims of abuse at https://www.taylortollerfund.org/ Mus…
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MG Author Sarah Kapit and Following Her Editor
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MG Author Sarah Kapit joins Queries, Qualms, and Quirks to discuss switching agents, using networking, a slow build over time, accepting her writing process, the highs and lows of publishing, what you deserve from an agent, and the joy when kids love your book. Sarah Kapit is the author of several books for young readers. Her novel Get a Grip, Vivy…
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Lyn Worsley: Building resilience to do the things we say we’ll do
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How many times have you said you’d do something only to cop out at the last minute, because it’s all too hard? Host Amelia Phillips and psychologist Lyn Worsley discuss why it is that some people seem to have this steely resolve to sit with discomfort, and others don’t. They delve deep into Mums who feel like they've lost their energy, their identi…
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Don't recognize the victim's name? - of course - this is one of those cases known only by a "pet" name, to soften the blow of the brutal death Johnny endured. Support the show – a one time donation can be made to A Million Other Choices directly at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw or support Taylor’s foundation and victims of abuse at https…
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Ask Me Anything: Red meat healthy or not? Are we healthier or less? Defining our values
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In this Healthy Her segment, host Amelia Phillips answers listener questions. She answers questions on: Whether red meat is healthy and how much we should have, her thoughts on whether our habits are healthier or less healthier than generations past, and the best ways to define our personal values. David Sinclair Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com…
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Wayne Millard, Laura Babcock and Tim Bosma
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A rich kid - could have grown up to be Batman - but instead chose serial killer. Support the show – a one time donation can be made to A Million Other Choices directly at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw or support Taylor’s foundation and victims of abuse at https://www.taylortollerfund.org/ Pre-roll voice over: Garyn Hnatiuk – email ghnati…
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Kidlit and Romance Author Tanisia Moore and the One Thing You Will Have is Trouble
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Kidlit and Romance Author Tanisia Moore joins Queries, Qualms, & Quirks this week to discuss wanting her kids to see her have a life, a two week deal, getting an R&R from a friend, dispelling the dream agent, switching agents, the danger of #writingcommunity twitter, rejection being part of the journey, celebrating all the parts, and how not sellin…
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Megan Dickinson and Sarah Roughead: Supporting our Daughters through Puberty
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If you’ve got daughters then you’ve got the joy (and sometimes frustration) of puberty to navigate (it comes around faster than you think!). Host Amelia Phillips discusses the physical, mental and emotional welling strategies with Live Life Whole creators Megan Dickinson and Sarah Roughead. From helping them embrace their period, to preventing diso…
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I'm giving a vague description today - trust me, it's a good one. :-) Support the show – a one time donation can be made to A Million Other Choices directly at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw or support Taylor’s foundation and victims of abuse at https://www.taylortollerfund.org/ Music Credit: https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/wormhole Licen…
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Young Adult Author Jesmeen Kaur Deo and One Rule to Finish a Book
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Young Adult Author Jesmeen Kaur Deo joins Queries, Qualms, & Quirks this week to discuss finding community in fanfiction, inspiration from Richelle Mead, reading Query Shark in high school, having a book die on submission and then having a quick pre-empt sale, advice from Nora Roberts, and finding balance. Jesmeen Kaur Deo grew up in northern Briti…
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Behind The Show: Linda Fogg Phillips and Alisa Fraser
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Host Amelia Phillips goes behind the scenes, giving an insight into each episode, what went well, what didn't and helps us get to know the guests a little better. This ep goes behind Habits expert Linda Fogg Phillips and interior design Queen (and winner of The Block) Alisa Fraser. The Twin Series (Interiors Show): https://www.youtube.com/@alisaand…
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No regular episode today. But I can't leave you in the lurch - please enjoy this exclusive episode for my subscribers from January 2023 Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/a-million-other-choices/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…
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YA & MG Author Kalyn Josephson and It's All in the Execution
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YA & MG Author Kalyn Josephson joins Queries, Qualms, & Quirks this week to discuss how Lani Taylor inspired her writing, Scooby Doo fanfic, three books that should have never been queried, an offer after an R&R, how no writing is ever wasted, and the subjectiveness of the industry. Kalyn Josephson is a fantasy author living in the California Bay A…
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Dr Carmel Harrington: How to Improve Sleep Quality
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Even if we are getting enough sleep, how do we know if it's good quality sleep? Host Amelia Phillips and sleep scientist Dr Carmel Harrington discuss how to optimise our sleep quality. Dr Carmel explains the different stages of our sleep cycles and what they do for our body and brain. She then troubleshoots the common sleep challenges (such as the …
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The Extreme Intoxication Defence - Canada
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Canada has some strange laws - the fact that you can claim that you were too intoxicated to know right from wrong is one of them....let's explore.... Support the show – a one time donation can be made to A Million Other Choices directly at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw or support Taylor’s foundation and victims of abuse at https://www.ta…
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Young Adult Author Brian D. Kennedy and the 112th Person Saying Yes
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Young Adult author Brian D. Kennedy joins Queries, Qualms, & Quirks this week to discuss having three agents, the insult that led to a genre change, the Goldilocks of submission strategy, worrying you’ll never be good enough, feeling the negative ten times more, all the snacks, a ten year journey, no shortcuts, Brian D. Kennedy lives in New York Ci…
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Behind The Show: Dr Elizabeth Fletcher and Brandon Hasick
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Host Amelia Phillips goes behind the scenes, giving an insight into each episode, what went well, what didn't and helps us get to know the guests a little better. This ep goes behind Dr Elizabeth Fletcher molecular biologist and Brandon Hasick. Were you as shocked as me when he said 'sausage sandwich'! Podcast Recommendations: Hidden Brain: https:/…
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Sarah's story has too many similarities to Taylor's for my liking. Just as Taylor was starting her relationship with Dustin - Sarah was trying to end hers. Support the show – a one time donation can be made to A Million Other Choices directly at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw or support Taylor’s foundation and victims of abuse at https://…
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Middle Grade Author & Illustrator Derrick Chow and A Certain Amount of Quietude
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Middle Grade Author & Illustrator Derrick Chow joins Queries, Qualms, & Quirks this week to discuss how agent referrals aren't the end all, the courage it takes to show your work to another person for the first time, how an auction isn't all about the money, the joy of meeting young readers, all the distractions that come after a contract is signed…
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Michael Bungay Stanier: Unlock Greatness Through Behaviour Change
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In order to be healthy, most of us have a pretty good idea of WHAT we should be doing, but real challenge it seems, is learning HOW to change engrained behaviours and habits. If we could master the art of behaviour change, imagine how we could reframe our lives. Host Amelia Phillips and behaviour change specialist Michael Bungay Stanier discuss how…
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Amber was killed by a man on parole from a life sentence for killing someone else. How does the parole board make decisions about who to let out into the community? And what accountability do they hold when it doesn't go well? Support the show – a one time donation can be made to A Million Other Choices directly at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amil…
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Short Story and Literary Author Allegra Hyde and the Labor and Anxiety
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Short Story and Literary Author Allegra Hyde joins Queries, Qualms, & Quirks this week to discuss submitting without an agent, having agents reach out to her, the book deal that felt like a miracle, the difference from working with a university press, letting go as an author, over-researching, over-revising, and how community is everything. Allegra…
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Behind the Show: George Georgievski and Dr Ginni Mansberg
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Host Amelia Phillips goes behind the scenes with lunchbox legend George Georgievski and Women's health expert Dr Ginni Mansberg. They discuss their favourite books, music, how they ended up in their chosen careers and host Amelia Phillips fills you in on her podcasting schedule changes and whats next! Book: No Reservation - Anthony Bourdain https:/…
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Ray Johnson was a kind and gentle widower who loved antiques and fixing up old things. He was hunted and preyed on by an evil plot. Support the show – a one time donation can be made to A Million Other Choices directly at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw or support Taylor’s foundation and victims of abuse at https://www.taylortollerfund.org…
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Author and Poet Meg Eden Kuyatt and Eight Years to Bloom
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Author and Poet Meg Eden Kuyatt joins Queries, Qualms, & Quirks this week to discuss getting her first agent in high school, how writing is like gardening, holding your projects loosely, writing out of order, and regretting acting on impatience. Meg Eden Kuyatt is a 2020 Pitch Wars mentee, and teaches creative writing at colleges and writing center…
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Alisa Fraser: Cultivate calm through clever interiors
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What does interior design have to do with health? Maybe a lot more than we realise! You’ve got the obvious home health elements; cleanliness, bacteria, mould, dust, and EDCs. But what about the Feng Shui or the ‘flow and feel’ of our home? Host Amelia Phillips and 'The Block' winner Alisa Fraser discuss how much our home environment does affect our…
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Elizabeth was last seen checking the tennis schedule at the University of Toronto Scarborough. Her family has been put though the maze and torture of a justice system that has created more questions than answers. Support the show – a one time donation can be made to A Million Other Choices directly at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw or sup…
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Weight Management #5: Linda Fogg-Phillips on how to make habit change stick
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Habit change can feel really hard, but not so according to Linda Fogg-Phillips. She and host Amelia Phillips discuss the Tiny Habits method, a research backed program that over 42,000 people have completed. They discuss this method, why it works, and how to implement it in our busy lives. They look at the common weight loss habit changes and how to…
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MG Graphic Novel Author Elizabeth Agyemang and the Missing Piece
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MG Graphic Novel Author Elizabeth Agyemang joins Queries, Qualms, & Quirks this week to discuss video game fan fiction, multiple R&Rs, querying her future agent while in high school, a lot of rewriting, and focusing on the things you can control. Elizabeth Agyemang is the author and illustrator of Fibbed, a middle grade graphic novel published by R…
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21 year old Lisa Young's last text read "Come get me, they won't let me leave"...She has never been seen since. Someone knows where Lisa is and holds the key to closing this case which has become one of Canada's most frustrating cases. Special thank you to Allison Crowe for the use of Lisa's Song, written and composed by Allison Crowe. For more inf…
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Child Protective Services in Canada can't seem to shake the bad rep. of letting children in their care down. Jeffrey was no exception. What Jeffrey and his siblings endured will leave you speechless. Support the show – a one time donation can be made to A Million Other Choices directly at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw or support Taylor’s…
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Fantasy and Thriller Author Chelsea Mueller and The Queen of Google
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Fantasy and Thriller Author Chelsea Mueller joins Queries, Qualms, & Quirks this week to discuss book blogging, going to editorial five times with no book deal, keeping your eyes on your own paper, different processes for different genres, and the importance of perseverance. Chelsea Mueller writes gritty, twisty fantasy and thriller novels for adul…
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Weight Management #4: Brandon Hasick on the best workouts for fat loss
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There is a lot of confusing messaging out there regarding the best exercises or workouts for optimising fat loss. Should we be running marathons? Lifting heavy weights? Is yoga and pilates out? Do we need to be busting a gut or is there a gentle way? Host Amelia Phillips and sports scientist Brandon Hasick discuss the best workouts for short and lo…
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"Why doesn't she just leave?". The mythical question regarding domestic violence we've all probably asked ourselves at some point. Donna's brutal murder highlights trauma bonding. Support the show – a one time donation can be made to A Million Other Choices directly at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw or support Taylor’s foundation and vict…
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Young Adult Author Rosiee Thor and So Many New Words
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Young Adult Author Rosiee Thor joins Queries, Qualms, & Quirks this week to discuss how failure is part of the process, teenage Marie Lu, Inkpop, signing with an agent who doesn’t represent her genre, feeling a bit stagnant, refusing to give up on publishing, and finding the groups that nourish instead of drain you. Rosiee Thor began her career as …
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Weight Management #3: Biomarkers that change when we lose weight
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Thanks to new biotech, we can now track blood biomarkers using finger prick technology. So what happens to our biomarkers when we embark on a weight management program? And does tracking them make weight loss easier? Host Amelia Phillips discusses this with molecular biology scientist Dr Elizabeth Fletcher, unpacking the key biomarkers that are imp…
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Little Shannon lived in a silent world. Deaf and mute but with an engaging smile and trusting soul. What happened to Shannon on a hot summer day will leave you chilled to the bone. Support the show – a one time donation can be made to A Million Other Choices directly at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw or support Taylor’s foundation and vic…
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Middle Grade Author Sarah Allen and A Decade of Querying and Failing
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Middle Grade Author Sarah Allen joins Queries, Qualms, & Quirks this week to discuss coming up in the time of author blogs, being over eager, hundreds of rejections, being scared to write the book you want, leaving an agent, learning to be bolder, and balancing the boldness with kindness. Sarah Allen is a poet and author of books for young readers.…
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Weight Management #2: Dr Ginni Mansberg on body image, sleep & stress
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In this five part weight management series we are uncovering the essential elements to managing our weight in a healthy, sustainable way. In todays episode host Amelia Phillips and Dr Ginni Mansberg look at the elements beyond just diet and exercise that affect our weight. From body dysmorphia to sleep, stress and empowering mindsets, they discuss …
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The vanishing of the Jack family remains one of Canada's most bizarre cold case mysteries. The surviving family has given up on justice - but will never give up on looking for them. Support the show – a one time donation can be made to A Million Other Choices directly at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw or support Taylor’s foundation and vi…
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Fantasy Author R.R. Virdi and the Seven Year Grind
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Fantasy Author R.R. Virdi joins Queries, Qualms, & Quirks this week to discuss the cover his mom designed, the difference between indie and trad, seeing the sign at Barnes and Noble, the importance of asking questions, how delays snowball, and how publishing is different for everybody. R.R. Virdi is a usa today bestseller, two time dragon award-fin…
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Weight Management #1: Dr Joanna McMillan on the diets dieticians recommend
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In this five part weight management series we are uncovering the essential elements to managing our weight in a healthy, sustainable way. Today host Amelia Phillips and nutrition scientist Dr Joanna McMillan look at the diets that dieticians recommend. They explore the fundamental principles behind what constitutes a healthy diet, and the most prac…
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A hallmark case for Canada and not in a good way. Cindy Gladue's life was disrespected by a system designed to protect all of us, not just some of us. A tough case to listen to, but Cindy's story is worthy of knowing. Support the show – a one time donation can be made to A Million Other Choices directly at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw o…
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Behind The Show: Georgie Stevenson & Dr Joanna McMillan
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Host Amelia Phillips goes behind the scenes with personal development businesswoman Georgie Stevenson and dietician legend Dr Joanna McMillan. They discuss their favourite books, how they ended up in their chosen careers and host Amelia Phillips fills you in on her tumultuous few weeks! Join Amelia's Free Webinar on 1st March: A New Approach to Wei…
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100th Episode! Ten lessons I've learned
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To celebrate our 100th episode, here are ten lessons host Amelia Phillips has learned from her guests, in the categories of; health, parenting and career. Also in this episode is your chance to win a Lululemon gift voucher ($150) by telling us why you like listening to Healthy Her. Entries open 23rd Feb - 28th March 2023 and you can enter as many t…
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Middle Grade Author Esme Symes-Smith and the Million-Revision Unicorn
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Middle Grade Author Esme Symes-Smith joins Queries, Qualms, & Quirks this week to discuss genre labels, the two-glass-of-wine query, how NaNoWriMo prepared them for publishing, inspiration from Tamora Pierce, waiting for the other shoe to drop, the fanfiction gateway, making excuses for yourself, Esme Symes-Smith grew up in the Southwest of England…
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Super Mom Barb was the picture of suburban life. A poster child mom's aspire to. Until the night she got out of bed to investigate a bump in the night. Support the show – a one time donation can be made to A Million Other Choices directly at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw or support Taylor’s foundation and victims of abuse at https://www.…
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Young Adult Author Laura Taylor Namey and the MSWL Tweet That Changed Everything
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Young Adult Author Laura Taylor Namey joins Queries, Qualms, & Quirks this week to discuss learning to write a novel by writing one, the pitfall of comparison, longevity as an author, romanticizing publishing, and doing things backward. Laura Taylor Namey is the New York Times and international bestselling author of Reese’s Book Club pick A Cuban G…
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Georgie Stevenson: How to make this year our best one yet!
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Georgie Stevenson has built an empire inspiring others to step into their uniqueness. In this episode she and host Amelia Phillips discuss the four key elements to making this our best year yet. Georgie opens up about her career crisis in her early twenties and the impact doubling down on personal development helped her discover her dreams and visi…
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The children of Czech expats Alois and Libuse were enjoying the freedoms and opportunities their Canadian citizenship provided. But an act of revenge would put an end to all of it. Support the show – a one time donation can be made to A Million Other Choices directly at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amillionotw or support Taylor’s foundation and vic…
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