The writing and publication journey involves frequent input from others—editors, agents, critique partners, and readers. In this episode, Christina Shawn (Author) and Danielle Render Turmaud (Host) talk about finding ways to lay down the approval of others and let your writing journey be your own (even when querying and on submission).
You, Me, and the Writing Journey
(X, Instagram, and BlueSky): @YMWJPodcast
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Christina Shawn (Author):
Christina Shawn is a reading specialist, literacy coach, andauthor who writes heartfelt and humorous stories about magical moments in our everyday lives. She is the author of picture books AND THEN CAME YOU, NO LOVE POTION, and LUCAS PLAYS. Her current projects focus on early literacyfoundations while helping children feel seen, heard, and understood.
IG / FB / threads / Bluesky / X : @christinashawnbooks
Website: christinashawn.com
Danielle Render Turmaud, PhD (Host/Author/Therapist):
Danielle Render Turmaud, PhD is an agented kidlit author,trauma therapist, experienced professor, international presenter/speaker, and the host of You, Me, and the Writing Journey, Take Your Kid to Publishing Day, and the #YouDeservepIt Pitch event.
X, BlueSky, and Instagram: @Drenderturmaud
Website: https://danielleturmaud9.wixsite.com/danielle-render-turm
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