Sometimes publishing hurts, but that doesn’t mean you should give up on writing!

Pam gets personal in this special Heart 2 Heart episode of Writes4Women, giving you 5 reasons you should keep writing that DON’T include signing a book contract. If the sometimes fickle publishing industry has you a bit down, have a moment with Pam and find your mojo again

Timestamps:

(01:30 - 02:45) Sometimes Publishing Hurts - What Inspired this Episode
(15:08 - 16:57) Reason 1: Writing as Creative Expression
(18:01 - 19:33) Reason 2: The Cathartic Nature of Writing
(19:35 - 20:51) Reason 3: Escaping into Imaginary Worlds
(22:20 - 24:50) Reason 4: Being Part of the Writing Community
(26:05 - 28:17) Reason 5: Writing as an Act of Hope



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This episode produced by Pamela Cook for Writes4Women on unceded Dharawal country.

Sometimes publishing hurts, but that doesn’t mean you should give up on writing!
Pam gets personal in this special Heart 2 Heart episode of Writes4Women, giving you 5 reasons you should keep writing that DON’T include signing a book contract. If the sometimes fickle publishing industry has you a bit down, have a moment with Pam and find your mojo again
Timestamps: (01:30 - 02:45) Sometimes Publishing Hurts - What Inspired this Episode (15:08 - 16:57) Reason 1: Writing as Creative Expression (18:01 - 19:33) Reason 2: The Cathartic Nature of Writing (19:35 - 20:51) Reason 3: Escaping into Imaginary Worlds (22:20 - 24:50) Reason 4: Being Part of the Writing Community (26:05 - 28:17) Reason 5: Writing as an Act of Hope
 
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Writes4Women is all about celebrating women's voices and supporting women writers. It's about writing the voice, reading the voice and being the voice. Every week host Pamela Cook, or a special guest host, interviews an outstanding female, trans or non-binary author about their books, writing process and life. Transcript available via the Writes4Women website. Video of most episodes available on the Writes4Women youtube channel. You can find out more about Writes4Women at www.writes4women.com

Writes4Women is all about celebrating women's voices and supporting women writers. It's about writing the voice, reading the voice and being the voice. Every week host Pamela Cook, or a special guest host, interviews an outstanding female, trans or non-binary author about their books, writing process and life. Transcript available via the Writes4Women website. Video of most episodes available on the Writes4Women youtube channel. You can find out more about Writes4Women at www.writes4women.com

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Writes4Women is all about celebrating women's voices and supporting women writers. In weekly episodes women's fiction author Pamela Cook and an all-star cast of guest hosts talk to women writers about the craft, business and heart of writing, along with a monthly feature on a new release author. If you're a writer you'll love the writing conversation and tips shared by the talented guests and if you're a reader you'll get a great insight into the writing process. Subscribe to the PamelaCook/Writes4Women mailing list via the website and check out the Patreon bonuses while you're there. And don't forget to follow the podcast on your favourite platform or find the audio and video wt writes4women.com

Writes4Women is all about celebrating women's voices and supporting women writers. In weekly episodes women's fiction author Pamela Cook and an all-star cast of guest hosts talk to women writers about the craft, business and heart of writing, along with a monthly feature on a new release author. If you're a writer you'll love the writing conversation and tips shared by the talented guests and if you're a reader you'll get a great insight into the writing process. Subscribe to the PamelaCook/Writes4Women mailing list via the website and check out the Patreon bonuses while you're there. And don't forget to follow the podcast on your favourite platform or find the audio and video wt writes4women.com

Host Pamela Cook gets personal in this special Heart 2 Heart episode of Writes4Women, giving you 5 reasons you should keep writing that DON’T include signing a book contract.

Five Reasons to Write When Publishing Hurts

A bold debut, a full-circle moment, and the craft of writing funny with heart

This week on Writes4Women, Pam is joined by debut author and former student, Holly Brunnbauer, for a warm, laugh-filled, and insightful conversation about writing her first rom-com What Did I Miss. From school staff rooms and awkward first drafts to awards, agents, and publishing deals, Holly’s journey is one of grit, grace, and great humour.

Pam and Holly delve into:

The path from blogger to published author

Navigating character arc, emotional depth, and laugh-out-loud moments

Writing strong female leads (and sizzly sex scenes )

How a high school sweetheart breakup sparked a brilliant story idea

The ups and downs of pitching, publishing, and finding the right agent

This ep is not just for rom-com lovers—it’s for any writer wondering whether their words are “good enough” and what can happen when you follow the joy.

SHOW NOTES:

 

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Holly Brunnbauer

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Pamela Cook

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Facebook: click here

Twitter: click here 

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Buy We Need Your Art by Amie McNee here

Listen to Amie on Dear Rach and Soph here

 

This episode produced by  Pamela Cook for Writes4Women on unceded Dharawal country.

 

 

 

A bold debut, a full-circle moment, and the craft of writing funny with heart
This week on Writes4Women, Pam is joined by debut author and former student,&nbsp;Holly Brunnbauer, for a warm, laugh-filled, and insightful conversation about writing her first rom-com&nbsp;<a href="https://www.harpercollins.com.au/9781460718254/what-did-i-miss/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.harpercollins.com.au/9781460718254/what-did-i-miss/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1750457109213000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0HTrw9RdJ9m1HHIELWPPn_">What Did I Miss</a>. From school staff rooms and awkward first drafts to awards, agents, and publishing deals, Holly&rsquo;s journey is one of grit, grace, and great humour.
Pam and Holly delve into:
The path from blogger to published author
Navigating character arc, emotional depth, and laugh-out-loud moments
Writing strong female leads (and sizzly sex scenes&nbsp;)
How a high school sweetheart breakup sparked a brilliant story idea
The ups and downs of pitching, publishing, and finding the right agent
This ep is not just for rom-com lovers&mdash;it&rsquo;s for any writer wondering whether their words are &ldquo;good enough&rdquo; and&nbsp;what can happen when you follow the joy.
SHOW NOTES:
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Writes4Women
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Facebook @writes4women
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Holly Brunnbauer
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Facebook: click <a href="@hollybrunnbauerwriter">here</a>
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Pamela Cook
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Buy We Need Your Art by Amie McNee <a href="https://www.penguin.com.au/books/we-need-your-art-9781761347627">here</a>
Listen to Amie on Dear Rach and Soph <a href="https://shows.acast.com/dear-rach-soph/episodes/why-the-world-needs-your-creativity-with-guest-amie-mcnee">here</a>
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This episode produced by&nbsp; Pamela Cook for Writes4Women on unceded Dharawal country.
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Pam is joined by debut author and former student, Holly Brunnbauer, for a warm, laugh-filled, and insightful conversation about writing her first rom-com What Did I Miss.

Holly Brunnbauer: Putting the Rom in Rom Com

Imposter Syndrome. Comparisonitis. Self Doubt. Whatever we call it the fact is all writers and creatives suffer from it.

In this episode host Pamela Cook delves into her personal struggles with imposter syndrome and discusses insights from previous podcast guests, including Eliza Henry Jones, Nikki Gammel, Sophie Green, Cassie Hamer, Natasha Lester, Holly Ringland, and Megan Della Camina, on managing self-doubt and fostering creativity.

Join Pam as she digs deep into her own battle with imposter syndrome and finds answers in the wisdom of her fellow writers.

 

00:00 Introduction and Acknowledgements

00:44 Technical Difficulties and Personal Updates

03:43 Substack Updates and New Initiatives

07:10 Exploring Imposter Syndrome

11:13 Insights from Eliza Henry Jones

13:42 Nikki Gammel on Male Confidence

17:16 Sophie Green's Perspective

21:08 Cassie Hamer's Inner Critic

24:28 Natasha Lester on Editorial Feedback

28:04 Holly Ringland on the Blank Page

34:35 Megan Della Camina's Inner Critic Work

37:59 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

 

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Pamela Cook

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Twitter: click here 

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Buy We Need Your Art by Amie McNee here

Listen to Amie on Dear Rach and Soph here

 

This episode produced by  Pamela Cook for Writes4Women on unceded Dharawal country.

 

 

 

Imposter Syndrome. Comparisonitis. Self Doubt. Whatever we call it the fact is all writers and creatives suffer from it.
In this episode host Pamela Cook delves into her personal struggles with imposter syndrome and discusses insights from previous podcast guests, including Eliza Henry Jones, Nikki Gammel, Sophie Green, Cassie Hamer, Natasha Lester, Holly Ringland, and Megan Della Camina, on managing self-doubt and fostering creativity.
Join Pam as she digs deep into her own battle with imposter syndrome and finds answers in the wisdom of her fellow writers.
&nbsp;
00:00 Introduction and Acknowledgements
00:44 Technical Difficulties and Personal Updates
03:43 Substack Updates and New Initiatives
07:10 Exploring Imposter Syndrome
11:13 Insights from Eliza Henry Jones
13:42 Nikki Gammel on Male Confidence
17:16 Sophie Green's Perspective
21:08 Cassie Hamer's Inner Critic
24:28 Natasha Lester on Editorial Feedback
28:04 Holly Ringland on the Blank Page
34:35 Megan Della Camina's Inner Critic Work
37:59 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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Buy We Need Your Art by Amie McNee <a href="https://www.penguin.com.au/books/we-need-your-art-9781761347627">here</a>
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This episode produced by&nbsp; Pamela Cook for Writes4Women on unceded Dharawal country.
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In this episode host Pamela Cook delves into her personal struggles with imposter syndrome and discusses insights from previous podcast guests.

Writing Through the Fear: Insights on Imposter Syndrome

What happens when a best selling Fantasy author does a sneaky genre swap?

Guest host Jo Riccioni welcomes bestselling author Lynette Noni to discuss her genre shift and new book, 'Wandering Wild.' They explore the departure from Noni's typical fantasy genre to YA contemporary, featuring a Hollywood actor and an Australian teen navigating a survival adventure. Lynnette reveals her inspirations, creative process, the challenges of addressing serious themes, and the joys of crafting new tropes. 

To hear the bonus chat on Lynnette's writing process sign up at Writes4Women on Substack at Writes4Women.substack.com

 

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Tracey Spicer

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Sandie Docker

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This episode produced by  Pamela Cook for Writes4Women on unceded Dharawal country.

 

 

 

What happens when a best selling Fantasy author does a sneaky genre swap?
Guest host Jo Riccioni welcomes bestselling author Lynette Noni to discuss her genre shift and new book, 'Wandering Wild.' They explore the departure from Noni's typical fantasy genre to YA contemporary, featuring a Hollywood actor and an Australian teen navigating a survival adventure. Lynnette reveals her inspirations, creative process, the challenges of addressing serious themes, and the joys of crafting new tropes.&nbsp;
To hear the bonus chat on Lynnette's writing process sign up at Writes4Women on Substack at Writes4Women.substack.com
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Tracey Spicer
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Sandie Docker
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&nbsp;
Pamela Cook
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This episode produced by&nbsp; Pamela Cook for Writes4Women on unceded Dharawal country.
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Guest host Jo Riccioni welcomes bestselling Fantasy author Lynette Noni to discuss her  genre shift and new book, 'Wandering Wild.' 

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