Amy Liz Harrison

Eternally Amy - A Sober Mom of Eight's Journey from Jail to Joy

Amy Liz Harrison

  • Part 1: Writing and Failure

Part 1: Writing and Failure

Wednesday 28th February 2024

Join Amy Liz Harrison as she explores how failure shapes the writing journey, offering insights and inspiration for aspiring authors.
26 minutes
Informative
Inspiring
Empowering
Honest
Thought-provoking

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Eternally Amy - A Sober Mom of Eight's Journey from Jail to Joy
Author:
Amy Liz Harrison
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Categories:
Sobriety Success Stories
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Writing and Failure: Amy Liz Harrison's Honest Take on the Creative Journey

Episode Overview

  • Failure is an integral part of the creative process in writing
  • Communication through words can be challenging due to differing interpretations
  • Success and failure are subjective in writing, varying from reader to reader
  • Amy Liz Harrison shares insights from her personal experiences as a writer
  • Exploring the complexities of conveying messages and the art of self-expression in writing
Communication via words, the art of words, is always, always going to look like failure to readers and feel like failure to authors if the message intended or the message received is not the same.
Ever wondered what it takes to embrace failure as part of the writing process? In this episode, Amy Liz Harrison, a best-selling author and mental health advocate, opens up about the rollercoaster ride of being a writer. Inspired by Stephen Marche’s book 'On Writing and Failure', Amy dives into the delicate balance between success and setbacks in the world of writing.
She shares her personal experiences, highlighting how failure isn't just a hurdle but a crucial part of the creative journey. With her trademark blend of humor and sincerity, Amy encourages aspiring authors to stay true to their voices, even when faced with rejection. She explores how the relationship between author and reader can sometimes be a tricky dance, filled with misinterpretations and varied perspectives.
But rather than seeing this as a negative, Amy views it as a testament to the richness of human connection in storytelling. Whether you're an established writer or just starting out, this episode is packed with relatable anecdotes and thought-provoking reflections that will inspire you to see failure in a new light. Tune in for a refreshing perspective on the highs and lows of the writing life, and remember: every stumble is a step towards finding your unique voice.