Stay ConnectedHow writers actually write! You might need to be a writer, but you don’t need to struggle so hard. With internationally bestselling author Rachael Herron, learn how to embrace ease, reject perfectionism, and finally create your perfect writing process. (Formerly known as How Do You Write)
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Don’t miss this gorgeous episode in which we talk about what it takes to stay on the road to publication (and what it feels like to get there).
Virginia Evans is from the northeastern United States. She attended James Madison University for her bachelor’s in English literature, as well as Trinity College in Dublin, Ireland, for her master’s of philosophy in creative writing. She lives in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, with her husband, two children, and her Red Labrador, Brigid. The Correspondent is her debut novel.
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Ink In Your Veins: How Writers Actually Write (and how you can, too)
Writing doesn't have to be so hard. With internationally bestselling author Rachael Herron, learn how to embrace ease, reject perfectionism, and finally create your perfect writing process. (Formerly known as How Do You Write) Come for inspiration, stay for lots more.
📙 Publish Your Book! https://rachaelherron.com/publish
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Should you take a writing retreat? If so, how do they work? Ben and Rachael also talk about the all-consuming vortex of writing as well as battling imposter syndrome.
Ben C. Davies is a Californian-based author whose debut short story collection, And So I Took Their Eye, will be published by Bridge House, July 17 2025. Originally from the UK, his short fiction has appeared in journals such as The Fiery Scribe Review, Left Brain Media, and Downtime Review, while his articles have been featured in Electric Literature, Work, Huck, and Lost. He serves as an editor for the Ginosko Literary Journal, a member of the San Francisco Writers Grotto, and is currently at work on his debut novel, Black Sand. In addition to his writing, Davies is the co-founder and director of Studio Luce, a Guatemalan writing retreat and artist residency. Find him here: https://www.bendaviesauthor.com/ and here: https://www.studioluceguatemala.com/
Books mentioned:
Hurricane Season, Fernanda Melchor https://amzn.to/43OptSO
If an Egyptian Cannot Speak English, Noor Naga https://amzn.to/43MLcdR
The Birthday Party, Shalini Boland https://amzn.to/45csnn0
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🏠 Ink Village! Check it out here: http://rachaelherron.com/inkvillage
🎉 Unstuck is now available here: https://rachaelherronbooks.com/
Ink In Your Veins: How Writers Actually Write (and how you can, too)
Writing doesn't have to be so hard. With internationally bestselling author Rachael Herron, learn how to embrace ease, reject perfectionism, and finally create your perfect writing process. (Formerly known as How Do You Write) Come for inspiration, stay for lots more.
📙 Publish Your Book! https://rachaelherron.com/publish
EXCLUSIVELY FOR WRITERS (join my writer's list):
➡️ How to Know If You’re Writing the Right Book - https://rachaelherron.com/therightbook
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You HAVE to hear this episode. How did doing just one thing change everything for Jen Butler? Listen, and be amazed, friends. And then go be amazing, too.
Jen Butler is a Barnes & Noble bestselling author, dark comedy screenwriter, and one of ISA’s Top 25 Screenwriters to Watch. Her work blends absurdity, emotional truth, and big existential questions... often through the lens of recovery, rejection, and being a messy human with a sense of humor. With over 300K followers across social media (@jenbutlersays), Jen is known for sharing real-talk stories that make people laugh, cry, and feel a little less alone. She also really, really loves dark chocolate and her dog, Floyd. Volume Control is her first book.
Get started with your Avoidance Journey here: https://www.instagram.com/s/aGlnaGxpZ2h0OjE3OTE4NzI1NDQ2MDc4NTg5
Her Shakti code for a discount! https://shaktimat.com/jenbutlersays (or just use the code JENBUTLERSAYS at checkout, for US & UK only)
Her Insight Timer meditations: http://insighttimer.com/jenbutlersays
Her Etsy link: https://www.etsy.com/shop/JenButlerSays
⭐️ 90 Day Classes NOW OPEN! ⭐️
🏠 INK VILLAGE! Click here for the details!
🎉 Unstuck is now available HERE!
Ink In Your Veins: How Writers Actually Write (and how you can, too)
Writing doesn't have to be so hard. With internationally bestselling author Rachael Herron, learn how to embrace ease, reject perfectionism, and finally create your perfect writing process. (Formerly known as How Do You Write) Come for inspiration, stay for lots more.
EXCLUSIVELY FOR WRITERS (join my writer's email list):
➡️ How to Know If You’re Writing the Right Book
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Emma Knight tells us how to bring character’s to life by inhabiting their bodies to make them more real, as well as how the written word can have shocking, real-world consequences!
Emma Knight is an author, journalist, and entrepreneur. Her writing about books, maternal health, and more has appeared in Literary Hub, British Vogue, The Globe and Mail, and The Walrus. Emma lives in Toronto with her family, and The Life Cycle of the Common Octopus is her first novel.
➡️ BEYOND AFFIRMATIONS Workshop! Click HEREfor the details!
⭐️ 90 Day Classes NOW OPEN! ⭐️
🏠 INK VILLAGE! Click here for the details!
🎉 Unstuck is now available HERE!
Ink In Your Veins: How Writers Actually Write (and how you can, too)
Writing doesn't have to be so hard. With internationally bestselling author Rachael Herron, learn how to embrace ease, reject perfectionism, and finally create your perfect writing process. (Formerly known as How Do You Write) Come for inspiration, stay for lots more.
EXCLUSIVELY FOR WRITERS (join my writer's email list):
➡️ How to Know If You’re Writing the Right Book
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In which we talk about nervous system regulation, Rachael’s desire for ease, and Sacha’s desire to GET HER BOOK DONE!
🏠 INK VILLAGE! Click here for the details!
🎉 Unstuck is now available HERE!
Ink In Your Veins: How Writers Actually Write (and how you can, too)
Writing doesn't have to be so hard. With internationally bestselling author Rachael Herron, learn how to embrace ease, reject perfectionism, and finally create your perfect writing process. (Formerly known as How Do You Write) Come for inspiration, stay for lots more.
✏️ Can I email you some writing help?
EXCLUSIVELY FOR WRITERS:
➡️ How to Know If You’re Writing the Right Book
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What’s the hardest part of writing? Putting on those running shoes! Join us in this delightful chat about trusting your subconscious, leaving yourself breadcrumbs and following your joy, with Rosie Evylin.
A kiwi currently living in Australia, Rosie Evylin escapes from the chaos of the world by diving into a magical world of witches and romance. She writes books with strong female characters and cheeky Familiars, where love really is magic. When not writing you'll find Rosie hanging out with her gorgeous family, running amoung the trees, or savouring a soy latte. Wisteria Wishes is her most recent release.
➡️ BEYOND AFFIRMATIONS Workshop! Click HEREfor the details!
🏠 INK VILLAGE! Click here for the details!
🎉 Unstuck is now available HERE!
Ink In Your Veins: How Writers Actually Write (and how you can, too)
Writing doesn't have to be so hard. With internationally bestselling author Rachael Herron, learn how to embrace ease, reject perfectionism, and finally create your perfect writing process. (Formerly known as How Do You Write) Come for inspiration, stay for lots more.
✏️ Can I email you some writing help?
EXCLUSIVELY FOR WRITERS:
➡️ How to Know If You’re Writing the Right Book
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Rachael's been dying to share this interview with you! No one knows voice better than Greta Morgan, and today, she shares the wisdom she's learned the hard way.
Greta Morgan is a musician, songwriter, and storyteller who began her career at age 16 and has since performed worldwide. She was a touring member of Vampire Weekend, accompanied Jenny Lewis, and has released eight records fronting her own projects: Springtime Carnivore, Gold Motel, and The Hush Sound. She has stopped performing for the time being to focus on Long Covid recovery, which affected both her voice and body. She now lives in the Hudson Valley, where she leads a slow life of creek swimming, stargazing, meditating, writing, composing, and teaching. She leads long-form online songwriting and creativity workshops that focus on helping writers access their truest voices. Find her on Instagram @gretamorgan and learn more at https://www.gretamorganmusic.com/. The Lost Voice, a memoir, is her first book.
Greta's Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/gretamorgan/
➡️ BEYOND AFFIRMATIONS Workshop! Click HEREfor the details!
🏠 INK VILLAGE! Click here for the details!
🎉 Unstuck is now available HERE!
Ink In Your Veins: How Writers Actually Write (and how you can, too)
Writing doesn't have to be so hard. With internationally bestselling author Rachael Herron, learn how to embrace ease, reject perfectionism, and finally create your perfect writing process. (Formerly known as How Do You Write) Come for inspiration, stay for lots more.
✏️ Can I email you some writing help?
EXCLUSIVELY FOR WRITERS:
➡️ How to Know If You’re Writing the Right Book
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Aime Austin is the author of the Casey Cort and Nicole Long legal thriller series, weaving sharp social commentary into gripping crime fiction. Born in Brooklyn, Aime graduated from Smith College and Cornell Law School before practicing family and criminal law in Cleveland, Ohio. She now splits her time between Los Angeles and Budapest, writing thrillers, hosting the podcast A Time to Thrill, and interviewing brilliant women creators. When she’s not chasing down a plot twist, you’ll find her in a yoga pose, with knitting needles in hand, or lost in a good book. Aime is a 2025 recipient of the Mystery Writers of America Barbara Neely Scholarship. His Last Mistress is her most recent release. Find her at https://aimeaustin.com/
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🏠 INK VILLAGE! Click here for the details!
🎉 Unstuck is now available HERE!
Ink In Your Veins: How Writers Actually Write (and how you can, too)
Writing doesn't have to be so hard. With internationally bestselling author Rachael Herron, learn how to embrace ease, reject perfectionism, and finally create your perfect writing process. (Formerly known as How Do You Write) Come for inspiration, stay for lots more.
✏️ Can I email you some writing help?
EXCLUSIVELY FOR WRITERS:
➡️ How to Know If You’re Writing the Right Book
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How do you know that dream of yours is worth pursuing? And when do you take yourself seriously? When is a retreat worth it?
Holly Bowen is an emerging author of young adult fantasy and contemporary women’s fiction. By the Moon is Holly’s debut novel. Holly lives in the lakeside town of Taupō, New Zealand, with her partner, two young sons, and a sad lack of a canine companion. When she’s not drinking mochas and writing in a local café, she can be found swimming in the lake or hiding in her garden sauna, making up stories in her head.
🏠 INK VILLAGE! Click here for the details!
🎉 Unstuck is now available HERE!
Ink In Your Veins: How Writers Actually Write (and how you can, too)
Writing doesn't have to be so hard. With internationally bestselling author Rachael Herron, learn how to embrace ease, reject perfectionism, and finally create your perfect writing process. (Formerly known as How Do You Write) Come for inspiration, stay for lots more.
✏️ Can I email you some writing help?
EXCLUSIVELY FOR WRITERS:
➡️ How to Know If You’re Writing the Right Book
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In which Sacha makes a truly shocking announcement!
Don’t miss this one!
Also mentioned: https://heidimcintyre.com/coach/
🏠 Ink Village! Check it out here: http://rachaelherron.com/inkvillage
🎉 Unstuck is now available here: https://rachaelherronbooks.com/
Ink In Your Veins: How Writers Actually Write (and how you can, too)
Writing doesn't have to be so hard. With internationally bestselling author Rachael Herron, learn how to embrace ease, reject perfectionism, and finally create your perfect writing process. (Formerly known as How Do You Write) Come for inspiration, stay for lots more.
✏️ Can I email you some writing help? http://rachaelherron.com/write
📙 Publish Your Book! https://rachaelherron.com/publish
EXCLUSIVELY FOR WRITERS:
➡️ How to Know If You’re Writing the Right Book - https://rachaelherron.com/therightbook
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