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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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.
One of the most challenging (and distressing) aspects of thepublishing journey is ghosting—especially if it is from an agent or editor who has signed us. In this episode, Agent/Author Jenna Satterthwaite talks about the negative impacts about ghosting and ways to advocate for ourselves amidst it.
You, Me, and the Writing Journey
(X, Instagram, and BlueSky): @YMWJPodcast
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Jenna Satterthwaite (Agent/Author)
Jenna Satterthwaite is a literary agent with Storm Literary,as well as the author of four thrillers with HarperCollins and Sourcebooks. She lives in Chicago with her husband and three kids, and writes a weekly Substack about all things publishing with thousands of subscribers.
https://jennasatterthwaite.substack.com/
Instagram: @jenna.satterthwaite.author
X and Bluesky: @jennaschmenna
Danielle Render Turmaud, PhD (Host/Author/Therapist):
Danielle Render Turmaud, PhD, is a kidlit author (represented by Amy Nielsen with The Purcell Agency), trauma therapist, published academic author, Expert Blog Author for Psychology Today, experienced professor, international presenter/speaker, host of the #YouDeservepIt writer pitch event, Kidlit Firefly Published Author Coordinator, host of the You, Me & the Writing Journey podcast, and host of several kidlit events/contests. Danielle’s picture book, THESE BOOTS WERE MADE FOR MARCHING, is slated for publication in 2029 with Familius.
X, BlueSky, and Instagram: @Drenderturmaud
Website: https://danielleturmaud9.wixsite.com/danielle-render-turm
If you are interested in contributing to a special YMWJ Podcast Encouragement Episode, email Danielle at [email protected]

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