In this episode of the Happy Rebel podcast, host Kelly Street talks with her friend, Sara Stibitz, a professional writer, creative coach, and shamanic guide.
They explore Sara's journey in blending writing with spirituality, the emotional challenges of writing a book, and the importance of personal stories. Sara shares insights on the lengthy process of book creation, the realities of publishing, and the nuances of ghostwriting. The conversation also touches on hybrid publishing and concludes with Sara's favorite book recommendations.
Sara is at: www.sarastibitz.com or on her Substack, called A Ladder To The Stars.
Takeaways:
Sara Stibitz blends writing with spirituality.
Writing a book involves an emotional journey.
The process of writing can take much longer than expected.
Defining 'done' is crucial for authors.
Books can be shorter than traditional standards suggest.
Hybrid publishing offers flexibility and support.
Ghostwriting requires a deep connection with the client's message.
Not every client is a good energetic match for ghostwriting.
Personal stories enhance the writing process.
Sara recommends 'Care of the Soul' as a top book.
Chapters
00:00 Grounding Meditation
01:50 Introducing Sara Stibitz: The Writer and Shamanic Guide
01:51 The Journey of a Writer: Blending Worlds
05:03 The Evolution of a Book: From Draft to Publication
08:42 The Emotional Roller Coaster of Writing
10:35 Understanding the Time Commitment in Writing
14:38 Defining Success: What Does 'Done' Mean?
19:40 The Changing Landscape of Publishing Standards
22:27 The Length of Ideas
26:36 Understanding Hybrid Publishing
32:13 The Art of Ghostwriting
42:12 Book Recommendations and Closing Thoughts
keywords: writing, spirituality, ghostwriting, book publishing, creative coaching, emotional journey, personal story, hybrid publishing, author mindset, Sara Stibitz
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