Moms Who Create

Genalea Barker is an author, freelance editor, and full-time mom with an Associate’s Degree in English Literature. Her award-winning short fiction has appeared in Gemini Magazine, Bookends Review, Grande Dame Literary, Writers in the Attic: Rupture, and others. She is the author of two young adult novels: Life After, debuting February 2023 with Immortal Works, and Lovehurts, releasing in July 2024...

Tenille has been in the AEC industry for over 20 years.  She began her career in project, in architecture firms and local offices serving as a designer and project manager.  The last 6 years of her career, she pivoted to business development and client relations strategist roles interfacing with clients.  Tenille is currently one of the Client Success Manager at Microdesk where she truly believes...

You can be a mom AND a writer. Julie is here to encourage and teach you. Julie Artz spent her young life sneaking into wardrobes searching for Narnia. When people thought that was creepy, she went in search of other ways to go on mystical adventures. Now she finds those long-sought doors to magical story worlds in her work as an author, editor, and book coach. An active member of the writing commu...

"Being an author was always a dream of mine, one that seemed far reaching and unattainable, and then one day I decided to shoot for the stars and I'm glad I did. I have discovered things about myself during this process and absolutely love what I do. I get to share my stories and pieces of myself with people across the world, and I couldn't be happier. When I'm not writing, you...

Author, Educator, Social Advocate, Mom Mallika Thoppay is an educator, social advocate and author.  She is a volunteer English teacher to school-aged children residing in rural areas of Karnataka, India. She believes in women empowerment and standing up against social injustices. She was recognized as a volunteer champion for the year 2021-2022 at eVidyaloka, an organization that sets up digital c...

JK Coy is an author, mom and currently resides in southern California. She has the most adorable and humorous children’s books, from Love you to Pieces Beautiful Monster to a book aimed at expecting women called Because You Are Superwoman. She says her intent is to entertain the parent and child at the same time. Sometimes it’s the little joys, and inside jokes, that get everyone through another b...

Bethany Walker is a mom, wife, social worker, and author. She is a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators and Julie Hedlund’s 12x12 Picture Book Challenge. Bethany's work was recognized as a finalist for YA in the 2022 Kids' Choice Kidlit Writing Contest and as an Honorable Mention in the 2022 Picture Book Party. Bethany enjoys writing fiction in various f...

Today, I want to talk to you about indie authors. The beautiful creatures that are independent, self-published authors. I am an indie author, some of my best internet friends are indie authors and I’m sure a lot of you listening are indie authors, or at least have a friend that is. There are so many men and women (I see you, moms) out there doing the work to get their books into the hands of peopl...

RC Chizhov grew up in India, moved to New York in 2005. She has her Masters in Financial Engineering from Columbia University and spent fourteen years actually in the financial services industry, before pursuing her childhood dream of becoming an author. She now lives in Florida with her ever-supportive husband and her ever-energetic son. She loves reading, dancing to Bollywood tunes, puzzles, hik...

Here's a mental health check. It's been an emotional week or two for me. My 5 year-old best friend (daughter) started kindergarten and my beloved best friend cat of 14 years went to heaven. Sometimes in all the ups and downs of life, we need to take time just to be. Listening to ASMR or rain sounds tends to relax me and de-stress everything from my mind to my shoulders. I also love liste...

Christy is a writer, lawyer, and mother to three little dino-lovers.  She knows a little bit about dinosaurs and a lot about separation anxiety.  Being a working parent (or a little one with big feelings) is not easy, but Christy hopes that Asher the Dino: Mommy Goes to Work can help other grown-ups and their littles during these tough transitions. Connect with Christy on Instagram @AshertheDinoBo...

Setting an intentional morning routine really comes down to you waking up early for a reason. A purpose. Don’t just wake up to say you wake up at 5am because it’s what a book (or podcast) told you to do. Have that passion burning in you to not hit snooze at 5am, or, okay, only hit it once, and to know that your words and your art are waiting for you. What’s your reason? It can be a burning passion...

Today is the release day of Kathleen Davis' second book, Feathers From Above, and she’s here to discuss how it came to her, with the story inspired by her children. It. Is. Beautiful.  Kathleen also shares advice to moms who want to go after that goal they have in mind. I mean, she created and released this book while having a tiny tiny baby at home. Inspiration during the hardest times. Enjo...

Jessica has worked in an art museum teaching educational programs, worked for 25 years as an elementary teacher, and now does freelance writing on top of writing children's books and novels. She has more than 10 books being released this year with Pen-It Publications, which you’ll hear her talk about. Jessica is such a joy and I hope you enjoy today’s episode. https://bookmarketingglobalnetwo...

Burnout is real. And here’s how to overcome it. Dr Jacqueline Kerr is a mom, behavior scientist and burnout survivor. She is in the top 1% of most cited scientists worldwide. Dr Kerr left her position as a public health professor in 2018 and now hosts the podcast 'Overcoming Working Mom Burnout' where she interviews researchers, diversity experts, and leadership coaches. She is on a miss...

V.P. Morris is an award-winning thriller and horror author based in Connecticut. Her novels, ShadowCast and Dead Ringer are inspired by her interest in criminal psychology. She is a fan of anything dark and spooky. When she isn't writing, she is spending time with her husband and son. Connect with her online at the links below-- http://vpmorris.com https://twitter.com/TeaWriteRepeat https://w...

Kay is a mom of 2, wife, finance professional, and children's book author. Aside from reading, she loves to travel, cook, and spend time with her family.  She's originally from New York and currently lives in Texas.  As a mom and an avid reader, Kay realized that the best way to impart valuable lessons to children was through books. This realization led to the start of her journey as a s...

These are 5 ideas to get your mind working on a creative goal that works for you and your family. Don’t stay in the box of kids' art going on the fridge and only coming from their crinkled backpack after school. Make art on purpose. Let your kids know that art is more than 30 minutes at school twice a week. Read books on artists that your children might take interest in. Again, the library is...

Kelle Lima is an author-illustrator that has worked on the educational field from teaching to creating educational video and board games for children internationally. Coming from Brazil, she also makes sure her native language is reflected in her publications such as her bilingual activity book or book translations, like Along Came Oliver’s Portuguese edition. As a driven mom, she wants to help ki...

I’m baaaaaack! And holy cow do I have an episode for you. Buy the Batter Up series - https://www.amazon.com/Batter-Up-Book-ebook/dp/B09FXVD37H/ref=nodl_?dplnkId=0ed9c6c9-dab4-49ad-9eee-68b9b24ebacf Brittany on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/authorbrittanyann9514/ Grab a Coffee & Say Hello Laugh Love Law Real conversations. Real people. Real impact. A podcast about life, law and... Liste...

Hey, my name is Kelli Heil and I’m here to show you that it’s totally possible to do what you love while raising the ones you love.  It took me far too long to figure out how to balance my new role of mom while overcoming mom guilt and still living my best creative life.  Motherhood does not mean we have to throw who we used to be aside and stop making art or writing books. That’s why I created th...

It's me, Kelli, on the other side of things getting asked the questions this time. My husband, Andrew, asks me about mom life, art life, my journey and why I started the podcast.  I hope you enjoy this episode, and thank you to my amazing husband for doing this one with me.  I'd love if you shared with me your favorite episode so far, a takeaway that has stuck with you, or your favorite...

Amanda is an actor, audiobook narrator, podcast host, and mom.  She's performed on Broadway with some of the biggest names in the business and even played BABY in the original Nat'l tour of Dirty Dancing.  Today, she's an award-winning audiobook narrator and producer working with NYTimes, USA Today, and WSJ best selling authors.  Most recently, Amanda began her own podcast ABOUT Bro...

Book Marketing Coach Emily Enger Emily Enger began her marketing career when she was only 16 years old. Too goal-oriented to get a typical teen job like waitress or barista, she instead became a communications coordinator for a small summer camp. Since then, she has held a variety of marketing jobs, working as assistant editor for a national trade magazine and communications director for an arts n...

Leslie Gang was born and raised in Long Island New York, where she currently resides with her husband Jason and children Alexandra and Simon. She graduated from Boston University in 2007 with a major in Communications (specialization in Public Relations). Leslie has worked in the admissions and marketing field of the nonprofit sector for 15 years and is currently the Director of Admissions and Com...