
#AmWriting is a podcast and Groupstack hosted by KJ Dell’Antonia, Jess Lahey, Sarina Bowen, & Jennie Nash. Listen, read and join up for hard-won advice and inspiration to help you play big in your writing life and finish work that matters. amwriting.substack.com
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 549 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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Jess Lahey is the OG host of the #amwriting podcast and the author of The Gift of Failure and The Addiction Inoculation. She’s a teacher, a speaker, and a very acco... more
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As you may know, after ten years of #amwriting, KJ, Jess and Sarina are moving on to other endeavors and have handed the reins of the podcast to me. I’m honored—and very excited—to carry it forwa... more
Have you ever looked at a project you’ve poured years of your life into and realized… it’s fine? Not catastrophic. Not terrible. Just fine.
No one wants to read a book that’s fine — and I am certain you don’t want to write one.
The first step in ma... more
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I’ve been listening to this podcast for a couple of years now and this is by far my favorite episode (August 21, 2026). I loved the honesty in vulnerability you expressed. Although it exists in all of us, there are a few who are willing to put it all out there; especially in real time. Thank you for that. 😊
I’m currently working on finishing my first novel and this show has some of the best writing advice I’ve found.
The hosts manage to cover every aspect of the writing and publishing process while keeping it entertaining, and approachable.
As a long-time listener, I love the variety in the topics the hosts cover. Always something new and helpful and insightful. Thanks!
Love this podcast! Jess and KJ are so fun and inspirational to listen to and I listen to #AmWriting to help me improve my writer knowledge. If you are a writer, this is an absolute must!
I loved this podcast but lately it’s very clear it’s become a free marketing channel for promoting an absurdly expensive book coaching program that mostly targets women. Gives me the ick.
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A practical, craft-forward show for writers, blending deep-dive interviews with live coaching and coaching-focused episodes. Typical topics include first pages and narrative craft, outlining and structure, marketing and publishing strategies, and mindset shifts for writers navigating rejection, branding, and career growth. Guests range from authors and scholars to book coaches and productivity experts, all sharing actionable tips, real-world storytelling processes, and behind-the-scenes experiences in publishing. The format often combines technique with encouragement, fostering a supportive community for writers aiming to finish projects and grow their platforms. Notable strengths include accessible coaching sessions, a recurring emphasis o... more
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