Say Yes to the Muse and Surrender to the Page with Judy Reeves

Welcome back to Voice Lessons. I’m thrilled to introduce you all to my friend and award-winning writer, Judy Reeves. Judy and I first met nearly 30 years ago in London, and from that very first conversation, it was an instant connection. Judy was the first person who introduced me to the concept of writing practice and voice, which has shaped the way I write ever since.  

In this episode, we explore the intricacies of discovering and claiming your unique creative voice. We dive into Judy’s world as we discuss everything from her inspiring work, including her latest memoir 'When Your Heart Says Go,' to the significance of writing practices and the impact of different writing styles on one's voice. 

Together, we reflect on the journey of writing and the courage it requires to truly own your voice. Whether you're an aspiring writer or a seasoned storyteller, Judy shares valuable lessons on process over product, finding inspiration in others' works, and saying 'yes' to the muse. 

Join us in this intimate conversation filled with practical tips and heartfelt anecdotes, and learn how embracing your originality can shape your literary journey.

Key Topics:

1. What does “voice” mean in writing?
2. Addressing imposter syndrome when uncovering our unique voice
3. Losing authenticity when we’re trying to hard to write as someone we’re not
4. What it means to do a writing practice
5. How often we do our own writing practices
6. Tips for writers to uncover and claim their unique creative voices
7. How a regular writing practice helps you surrender to the page
8. The benefits of reading your own writing aloud
9. Doing timed writing prompts to boost focus and creativity
10. How to read like a writer
11. Judy’s most influential writers and authors
12. Focusing on process over product
13. How to “say yes to the muse” 
14. Judy’s latest memoir, “When Your Heart Says Go”

Connect with Judy online:

Website: https://www.judyreeveswriter.com/

Books: https://www.judyreeveswriter.com/books

Join Judy’s Workshops: https://www.judyreeveswriter.com/teaching-events

Monthly Newsletter: https://www.judyreeveswriter.com/contact

Instagram: @judyreeveswriter

Discover more about the San Miguel Writer’s Conference here: https://sanmiguelwritersconference.org/

Find more from Jill:

Email: [e-mail]

Website: https://www.thewritersrefuge.com/

Writing Coaching Programs: https://www.thewritersrefuge.com/coaching

Sign up for my free 3x weekly writing session: write to [e-mail] for ZOOM info

Special thanks to LVDY for allowing us to use their song, Saltwater, in the intro and outro of the podcast!