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The Craft: stories about writing & the writers' spirit

Podcast by Sumayya Usmani

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About The Craft: stories about writing & the writers' spirit

I’m Sumayya Usmani, award-winning author and writing mentor, who ditched a legal career for a creative one in my 40s. I believe it’s never too late to follow the path you’ve been chosen to pursue. Are you an aspiring author or writer longing to follow the creative path? The Craft is is a podcast for the curious creative and the daring dreamer - I hope that this podcast helps you take the steps towards realising your writing dreams. Join me twice a month here, as I share insights, inspirations and ideas about the craft and creative life.

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episode Navigating neurodiversity and creative life with Kolbie Blume artwork

Navigating neurodiversity and creative life with Kolbie Blume

For Mental Health Awareness Week and Month I speak to artist and educator Kolbie about how we can navigate neurodiversity and creative life in a kind and gentle Manne tapping into the creative part of a neurodiverse mind in a way to avoid burnt out. Kolbie Blume is a watercolor artist, author, and online educator, specializing in helping closet creatives overcome perfectionism and embrace their inner artist. As a late-diagnosed autistic and ADHDer, Kolbie is passionate about making sure neurodivergent folks know there is space for everyone inside creativity, and there is no such thing as “broken” when it comes to being a human. Kolbie lives in the Washington, DC area with her spouse of ten years and their son. You can learn more about Kolbie @thiswritingdesk and her website [https://thiswritingdesk.com].

19 May 2024 - 44 min
episode Crafting Characters: Bringing Real People into Your Memoir artwork

Crafting Characters: Bringing Real People into Your Memoir

In this episode podcast, I delve into the importance of bringing real people into your memoir or food memoir. I discuss the significance of creating strong foundations for characters within your memoir and provide practical tips on shaping their personalities and relationships. Focusing on the importance of writing truthfully and authentically, while also considering the impact on the people being written about. Additionally, I explore the role of food as a character within a food memoir and how it can symbolise emotions and add depth to the story. The episode concludes with a discussion on the fine line between reality and creative embellishment, urging you to maintain authenticity and honesty in your portrayal of characters and overall storytelling.

31 Jan 2024 - 20 min
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