You, Me, and the Writing Journey Podcast
You, Me, and the Writing Journey Podcast
Podcast Description
A podcast that meets at the intersection of all things literary + mental health, providing insights, tips, tools, and support surrounding well-being in the writing journey and pub world. Supporting writers, illustrators, and creators through conversations meant to support you right where you are in your journey.
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on the intersection of literary pursuits and mental health, addressing themes such as the challenges of self-promotion, strategies for maintaining mental well-being during the querying process, and pursuing personal dreams in writing. Episodes feature discussions on topics such as finding joy in self-promotion and mental health care during the decade-long querying journey.
A podcast that meets at the intersection of all things literary + mental health, providing insights, tips, tools, and support surrounding well-being in the writing journey and pub world. Supporting writers, creators, and publishing professionals through conversations created to support you right where you are in your journey.
Writing can be a powerful way to bring joy to ourselves and share joy with others, especially during the hard seasons of life. In this episode, Dr. Audrey Barbakoff (Author/Librarian) and Danielle Render Turmaud (Host/Author) discuss how writing and reading can be a mirror, a window, and a door to better understand the world—and bring joy to all of us.
You, Me, and the Writing Journey
(X, Instagram, and BlueSky): @YMWJPodcast
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Audrey Barbakoff, EdD, MLIS (Author/Librarian/Entrepreneur)
Dr. Audrey Barbakoff is an author, librarian, and entrepreneur. Her debut picture book, The Schlemiel Kids Save the Moon (The Collective Book Studio, 2024) features a hilarious and diverse modern-day twist on a Yiddish folktale. Kirkus called it an enjoyable, rollicking read and Foreworddeemed it a multicultural winner. She is also the author of a forthcoming board book, Mazel Toes (The Collective Book Studio, 2025), and multiple professional development books, chapters, and articles for librarians. Audrey holds a doctorate in education and a master’s degree in library and information science. As a Jewish mother, she is passionate about passing down the vibrancy of Jewish humor, language, and stories to the next generation. Audrey lives with her family and a flock of chickens on a Puget Sound island.
Instagram: @barbakoffbooks
Bluesky: @barbakoffbooks.bsky.social
Website and newsletter: www.barbakoffbooks.com
Danielle Render Turmaud, PhD (Host/Author/Therapist):
Danielle Render Turmaud, PhD is an agented kidlit author,trauma therapist, experienced professor, international presenter/speaker, Critique Coach with the Picture Book Author Academy, Mighty Kidlit Leader, and the host of You, Me, and the Writing Journey, Take Your Kid to Publishing Daykidlit event, and the #YouDeservepIt Pitch event.
X, BlueSky, and Instagram: @Drenderturmaud
Website: https://danielleturmaud9.wixsite.com/danielle-render-turm
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