AM I WRITE?

A single offhand remark from a loved one ignited something in her soul; join bestselling author Sarah M. Eden as she reveals tips from her unexpected journey into authorship that has grown into a many years - and many books - strong career. Stay tuned until the end for her EPIC announcement, newly released! Key Takeaways:  Find plot inspiration from history and personal experiences. Learn to effec...

Let go of control and surrender to the transformative power of writing as guest Brent Perkins shares his journey from a corporate career to embracing his passion, inspiring aspiring writers to find fulfillment in the unpredictable world of publishing. "Just be happy with the fulfillment that you get from [writing]."  - Brent Perkins Resources www.3xBold.com www. PapercutsSuck.com No More...

Get ready to supercharge your content creation process with the help of AI. Guest Laura Pence Atencio, a digital marketing expert and founder of Social Savvy Geek, understands the frustrations and challenges writers face when it comes to idea development. With AI by your side, you can organize your thoughts, generate content ideas, and save precious time in the process (no more staring at a blank...

Guest Monica Miller shares her writing story that began in her teens,  where she curated engaging stories which later traversed the publishing world, journalism, and even the college lecture halls. Today, she integrates her robust experience and her discovered enthusiasm for marketing to guide budding authors. Her forte lies in leveraging fun, transparency, and creativity to extend a writer's...

Get new book suggestions from a fellow writer and bookie whose spoken with many of the authors in real time and reads YA books by the hundreds - and counting! Join host Sheridan Sharp for short clips where she spiels how their plots, common themes, and important characterizations recommend them (without the spoilers) on YouTube. Most of all, tune in to kick back with a book and have a good time! R...

Samantha shares her insights on how to develop the skills required for copywriting, including researching, understanding the target audience, and effective communication. Drawing from her experience as a creative writer and copywriter, she highlights how copywriting can be an exciting AND fulfilling career path. Tune in today to learn actionable insights on how to improve your writing skills and t...

Ready to learn the key to unlocking greater productivity and creativity? Guest Kathy Davis has the solution for achieving optimal writing performance through prioritizing self-care.   Learn to master self-care techniques to boost your productivity and unlock your creative potential. Discover how the right food choices can elevate your cognitive performance and overall well-being. And learn valuabl...

Branding Expert Yamilca Rodriguez has a passion for entrepreneurs who can do anything in this world and is here to help listeners attract the right individual by selling your brand (you) through the lens of human behavior. She also breaks down the difference between theories of Freud and Young’s 12 different archetypes (GOLD for characterization!). Though shorter, this episode is packed with essen...

“It's a lot to present yourself every day as a brand and try to keep the marketing going and keep all the wheels in alignment.” If you're feeling frustrated and defeated because, despite your efforts to shift your mindset towards evolution and self-discovery, you're not seeing any significant progress, then you are not alone! As guest Stephanie Hayes explains: this mindset is often...

Jump back in to the conversation between host Sheridan Sharp and Kiana Krystle, a resilient and talented writer who shares her captivating story:   The world of publishing can be a rollercoaster, as Kiana discovered during her journey to bring her debut novel to life. Beset by delays and an emotionally taxing revision process, Kiana's tenacity and passion for her story became her driving forc...

Newly debuting author Kiana Krystle takes a seat with host Sheridan Sharp to open up about her amazing but at times deeply daunting journey, from self-teaching herself the query process to an unexpected 9 offers even though her story was still in the “on proposal” stage.  Gain a wealth of insights from her story, like how persistence and self-belief are key to achieving your goals. Writing is a to...

Today, podcasting expert Lyndsay Phillips joins host Sheridan Sharp to talk to the creative writers AND business writers looking to expand their presence and spread the word about their new and upcoming projects.   The best way to build relationships with potential fans? Podcasts!  Let’s talk about how you can promote your brand—YOU—by making appearances, creating easy but invaluable assets, and b...

Guest Gina Buonaguro brings her unique experience as a multi-published historical fiction writer, both as a coauthor and solo author. She compares and contrasts these two roles and offers advice for where you can find inspiration for historical fiction.  Talk about the merits of holding control over your self-published work versus the help provided from traditional publishing houses—and be prepare...

Am I Write? is back for 2023, and with a new writing topic.   Erik Morris Eskanazi comes on as a guest to talk about script writing—specifically, script writing that began as a personal essay (also known as the narrative essay) and how to fictionalize that into a screenplay.   Learn more about the emotional and international impact film brings when based off creative nonfiction. Above all, be insp...

I wanted to take a minute this holiday season to let you know what you can expect from Am I Write? in the near future! What you need to know: YOU moved the podcast from 1 to 10,000 downloads in less than a handful of months. This has launched the show beyond Apple’s top 1% podcast chart. And the best part? The growth was organic . Get ready for season 2 with a whole new group of guests and brand n...

This episode is for the like-minded writers who find themselves predicting the plots of movies and books a little too accurately but haven’t yet caught that “lucky break” with their own writing. The truth is: there is no lucky break! Guest Heather Carter lays out the pros and cons she has experienced both with indie publishing and traditional publishing. She also shares a recent experience with a...

Host Sheridan Sharp is delighted to bring on an exciting guest to discuss a new and important topic. Multi-published poet and professor Mark Bennion joins her to discuss everything poetry. Listen in and gain a better understanding of the many facets and emotional resonance of poetry—there’s something for everyone! Learn what makes a poem great and get advice for how and where you can publish your...

Lilian Horn is a published author who writes fantasy and fiction books. She has a bachelor's degree in biomedical laboratory science, and her writing is heavily inspired by her Scandinavian roots, the inspiration for her inclusion of folktales from her side of the world.   Tune in to Am I Write? today to talk about Lilian’s passion for incorporating mental health in her narratives, how she an...

Thriller author Maggie Giles takes a seat with host Sheridan Sharp to talk about her experience with the query/publishing process, including an almost-signed book deal that SHE turned down. Get a greater understanding of the power in your gut instinct and the importance of getting your book deal questions answered when the time comes.  Learn about what it’s like writing with Aphantasia (the inabil...

JC Peterson brings her knack for contemporary wit and real experience to Am I Write? Podcast to talk about “garbage disaster” characters that deserve a chance to grow from mistakes. Use dialogue purposefully and hear why each character needs to go into the conversation intentionally. Use conversations to move the plot forward and make them interact with their surroundings—get in those scene detail...

Debuting thriller author Marie Still joins host Sheridan Sharp to talk shop about how she keeps a balance writing and publishing four different books at a time. Talk about building realistic characters and keeping your pacing without frustrating the reader with too little details, the importance of understanding the craft, and embracing that once it’s in the reader’s hands, it’s their story. Marie...

Author of upcoming thriller The Blue Bar , Damyanti Biswas talks on writing better with buzz around her, knowing when you’re ready for publication, and the two major traits she looks for in mentees who are “already ready to be professionals.” Hear how she both values and gives her professional feedback in a way that is helpful, the journey between her first and second book, and why your achievemen...

Join host Sheridan Sharp in this episode of Am I Write? Podcast to discuss four major ways you can support the authors you love and the debuting writers you’re anticipating. Pulled from a number of sources found in the show notes (including guests on the show), Sheridan breaks down the major–and sometimes unsuspected–game-changers for marketing authors.  Resources Damyanti Biswas on Supporting Aut...

A personal favorite author of host Sheridan Sharp, today’s guest on AM I WRITE? Podcast has over 30 published books and is well-versed in historical romance. Josi’s abundance mindset is evident in each of the questions she answers; hear her conviction about the power in the way you think about what you write, including how your emotions affect what you create. Learn that those dark times don’t go...

*Special Episode* In this special episode, host Sheridan Sharp takes a little time to talk to you about ways to take the edge off of the ever-daunting query process. Take these tips from writers on the show and Sheridan's experience to turn your query process into just that: a working process! Resources Damyanti Biswas (stay tuned for her upcoming episode and book!)