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The Book Coach Chronicles

The Book Coach Chronicles

By: Holly Ostrout
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The Book Coach Chronicles is a podcast for creatives & creative entrepreneurs who are ready to write their best book. This year. No more writer's block. No more burnout. No more imposter syndrome. And no more confusion. It's time to finally find some balance in your life, writing, and author business so you can get back to enjoying the things you love… and even the things you don’t, but have to do anyway. Unlike other writing podcasts, we look at life holistically—because if you're stressed at home, you're stressed while writing, too. Everything's connected and everything matters. And most importantly, everything has a story. Fiction, nonfiction, or that grey space in between—it all has a story, and when you learn to tell your own story, and be your own Heroine, you write better Heroines and you become better at turning your readers into Heroines, too.2026 Holly Ostrout Art Economics Leadership Literary History & Criticism Management & Leadership
Episodes
  • 10. How to Gently Rebel Against Overwhelm ft. Heidi Marke

    10. How to Gently Rebel Against Overwhelm ft. Heidi Marke
    Oct 5 2023

    In this episode, I'm talking with Heidi Marke, the Gentle Rebel Coach and host of the Overwhelm is Optional podcast. She shares so much wisdom on how to choose to overcome overwhelm. And one of my favorite quotes from the conversation has already changed my own life:

    "This is the root of all of our anxieties, that we are just not letting ourselves take the space that we need to take. Metaphorically, physically, literally, all of those ways."

    Heidi Marke, The Gentle Rebel Coach, speaker, author and host of the Overwhelm is Optional podcast, helps you gently rebel against the nonsense that life has to be hard, that success requires sacrificing your ability to feel well, laugh easily, think clearly and have time and energy to enjoy the very things that success is supposed to give you.

    Her book, Overwhelm is Optional was published in 2022.

    Support the Show

    Leave a review and get 4 free guided visualizations. Just send a screenshot of your review to Hello@BooksAndAlchemy.com and we’ll send you the audio visualizations. It’s honestly the nicest thing you can do for me today.

    Work With Holly

    I guide women and feminine-aligned entrepreneurs who believe in the magic of the universe to share their wisdom & gifts by writing & publishing a life-changing book, so they can change more lives & create a sustainable business without burning themselves out. Are you ready to change lives, starting with your own? Click here to book a free call to chat about how I can help you make your book dreams a reality. No weird/gross sales pitches, just authentic conversations and honest recommendations.
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    44 mins
  • 13. Tools Neurodiverse Authors Can Use to Make Creative Work Easier ft. Jack Ori

    13. Tools Neurodiverse Authors Can Use to Make Creative Work Easier ft. Jack Ori
    Nov 9 2023

    In this episode, we're talking to Jack Ori who shares his insights and experiences working with other neurodiverse writers and shares his tips on how to work with your brain not against it.

    If you ever find yourself struggling with overwhelm and hyperfocus, that impact your creative flow, or identify as neurodiverse, then don't miss this episode.

    Jack Ori wrote his first story when he was six years old, using an old typewriter his grandmother donated to him. He is a Licensed Master Social Worker, author, and advocate for trauma survivors and transgender youth. Jack loves showing other neurodiverse authors that they CAN write books and guiding them to get their stories finished and out into the world. His debut novel, Reinventing Hannah (April 2020), has helped readers feel less alone while dealing with the aftermath of sexual assault.
    • Jack's Website: https://authorjackori.com/work-with-me/
    • https://www.facebook.com/CoachAndAuthorJackOri
    • https://www.instagram.com/AuthorJackOri
    • https://www.facebook.com/groups/neurodiversewriterslab — Facebook Group (free)

    Support the Show

    Leave a review and get 4 free guided visualizations. Just send a screenshot of your review to Hello@BooksAndAlchemy.com and we’ll send you the audio visualizations. It’s honestly the nicest thing you can do for me today.

    Work With Holly

    I guide women and feminine-aligned entrepreneurs who believe in the magic of the universe to share their wisdom & gifts by writing & publishing a life-changing book, so they can change more lives & create a sustainable business without burning themselves out. Are you ready to change lives, starting with your own? Click here to book a free call to chat about how I can help you make your book dreams a reality. No weird/gross sales pitches, just authentic conversations and honest recommendations.

    You can also grab my free Writing Ritual Tracker here and start creating a more sustainable and enjoyable writing practice today!

    Let’s Connect

    • Website: www.booksandalchemy.com
    • Instagram: @hollyostara
    • TikTok: @hollyostara
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    40 mins
  • 07. Cultivating a Growth Mindset for the Grow Season + Self-Awareness w/Jamie Milam

    07. Cultivating a Growth Mindset for the Grow Season + Self-Awareness w/Jamie Milam
    Sep 13 2023

    In this episode, we're talking about growth mindset and self-awareness. What is growth mindset? How can you apply it to yourself and your business? We've got some tips on using growth mindset to get that book written, too!

    And then we dive into a conversation with Jamie Milam on self-awareness. Jamie's life took a determined turn at 15 when she faced independence and battled drug addiction. Discovering motherhood at 19, she embraced the pressure to create a better life for herself and her child.

    From humble beginnings, Jamie's problem-solving skills led to three successful businesses. Her true liberation, however, came from self-awareness, enabling her to navigate challenges with unwavering calm and align her strategies authentically. As an alignment coach, she empowers female entrepreneurs to break free from pressure, find peace, and align their strategies with their genuine aspirations.

    Connect with Jamie

    • Website
    • Instagram
    • Jamie's free self-awareness guide

    Support the Show

    Leave a review and get 4 free guided visualizations. Just send a screenshot of your review to Hello@BooksAndAlchemy.com and we’ll send you the audio visualizations. It’s honestly the nicest thing you can do for me today.

    Work With Holly

    I guide women and feminine-aligned entrepreneurs who believe in the magic of the universe to share their wisdom & gifts by writing & publishing a life-changing book, so they can change more lives & create a sustainable business without burning themselves out. Are you ready to change lives, starting with your own? Click here to book a free call to chat about how I can help you make your book dreams a reality. No weird/gross sales pitches, just authentic conversations and honest recommendations.

    You can also grab my free Writing Ritual Tracker here and start creating a more sustainable and enjoyable writing practice today!


    Let’s Connect

    • Website: www.booksandalchemy.com
    • Instagram: @hollyostara
    • TikTok: @hollyostara
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    1 hr and 4 mins
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