5
Mar
2018
Becoming a Novelist in her 60s: Joan’s Story
Joan’s life has been full of next acts, yet it would be her son’s drug addiction that would propel her to begin... Read More
5
Dec
2016
Becoming a Poet in Her 60s: Molly’s Story
When the Twin Towers came down, Molly decided to make a change. She quit her job, started writing, and eventually found her... Read More
10
Oct
2016
Becoming a Freelance Writer at 46: Linda’s Story
With the empty nest looming large, Linda channeled her love of writing into a professional career. She writes about parenting, kids in... Read More
5
Jul
2016
Becoming a humorist in midlife: Elaine’s Story
A surprising breakdown in midlife led Elaine to come to terms with the past and create a new future for herself. She... Read More
23
Jun
2016
Writing a Novel About Alzheimer’s: Marianne’s Story
Marianne had always dreamed of becoming an author. It took an encounter with an elderly couple, in her capacity as a nurse,... Read More
12
May
2016
Shining a Light on Women and Transition: Linda’s Story
A call from her husband about a mix up in childcare was the last straw for Linda. Soon, she would leave her... Read More
5
May
2016
Publishing Her First Novel While Living Off-Grid: Jenni’s Story
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After 24 years as an accomplished neuropsychology professor, clinician, and researcher, New Zealander Jenni Ogden is living off-grid on Great Barrier Island,... Read More
2
May
2016
Let’s Hear From an Expert: Lisa Tener, Book Writing Coach
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In interviewing women in midlife, I come across many who are writing, or wish to write, their first book in their 40s,... Read More
25
Apr
2016
Writing About Delayed Motherhood: Debbie’s Story
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The realization that her and her friends’ daughters were not having children of their own prompted Debbie to delve deeper into the... Read More
14
Mar
2016
Advocating for Dementia Awareness: Vicki’s Story
When both her parents were diagnosed with dementia, Vicki was thrust into a caregiving role and coped with the ups and downs... Read More