Beyond the Bestseller
Beyond the Bestseller
Podcast Description
Beyond the Bestseller is a podcast for professional women, authors, and entrepreneurs who are ready to amplify their influence and impact. Join host Kelly Schuknecht as she dives into conversations with inspiring women who’ve written books to further their careers, build their brands, and share powerful messages. Each episode dives into real conversations, offering insights on writing, marketing, and using a book to open doors and spark new opportunities. Tune in for inspiring stories, expert advice, and the motivation to pursue your own big dreams. Go beyond the bestseller and discover what’s possible.
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The podcast explores themes like leadership, personal growth, resilience, and the insights gained from authorship. Episodes dive deep into topics such as how to navigate financial literacy, the power of mentorship, and the art of saying no, featuring examples from books like Financial Secrets Revealed and 50 Ways to Say No. Focus areas include practical strategies for overcoming obstacles and embracing personal and professional reinvention.
Beyond the Bestseller is a podcast for professional women, authors, and entrepreneurs who are ready to amplify their influence and impact. Join host Kelly Schuknecht as she dives into conversations with inspiring women who’ve written books to further their careers, build their brands, and share powerful messages. Each episode dives into real conversations, offering insights on writing, marketing, and using a book to open doors and spark new opportunities. Tune in for inspiring stories, expert advice, and the motivation to pursue your own big dreams. Go beyond the bestseller and discover what’s possible.
What if the stories of our past—both personal and historical—shape our lives more than we realize? In this episode of Beyond the Bestseller, I sit down with Nadia Owusu, author of Aftershocks, to discuss her deeply personal and beautifully written memoir that explores identity, loss, and the ways history lives within us.
Nadia shares her experiences growing up in multiple countries, navigating maternal estrangement, and grappling with the grief of losing her father at a young age. We explore how personal stories are intertwined with historical forces, how trauma leaves aftershocks in our lives, and why memoirs are about more than just recounting life events—they’re about making meaning from them.
We dive into:
- The inspiration behind Aftershocks and why she structured it around the stages of an earthquake.
- How history and identity shape the way we move through the world.
- The process of writing a memoir—not as a life story but as a journey of self-discovery.
- How writing helped her process estrangement, grief, and reconciliation.
- Her insights into storytelling, authenticity, and the power of personal narrative.
Links & Resources Mentioned:
- Grab a copy of Aftershocks: https://amzn.to/430CURb (affiliate link)
- Learn more about Nadia’s work: nadiaaowusu.com
- Follow Nadia on social media for more of her insights on writing and identity
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