Happy Friday,
Pick Up Your Pen
A study recently showed that those who write down their goals and then create a plan to achieve them had a 42% higher success rate than those who didn’t. The very act of writing helps us reclaim our voice, reignite our passion, and reroute our lives. This week, I’m sharing the stories of three writers who have done this and achieved success.
Writing and Astrology Insights
Up first is my friend and world-renowned astrologer and writer, Darryl Gaines. Darryl blends personal knowledge and storytelling with cosmic insights, helping people from all walks of life find clarity and direction. He has just started a Substack account where he shares thoughtful essays and posts, blending personal knowledge and storytelling with cosmic insights. You can also check out his website, Guiding Planet, for more of his writings and offerings.
From ‘Perfect Storm’ to Transformed Life
Our second writer that I’m excited to introduce is this week’s guest blogger, Sarah Golightly. She is a mother of four, sewing enthusiast, and the creator of SarahClassicSewing.com. Her blog that details her writing journey is a great reminder that messy beginnings can lead to the most meaningful work. And if you love sewing, don’t miss her website and YouTube channel!
Guest Blog: How Did I Write My 229K Self-Help Book?
by Sarah Golightly
Well, it was a bit of a hot mess process. I suppose I could blame that on the fact that this was the first real book I’ve written. Or maybe I’m just a hot mess author. Jury is still out on that one.
A few years ago, I was a mother of four in a very unhappy marriage. How did this happen?? Good question. After much reflection, I had some theories. [READ MORE]
Meet Dorothy Sherlock: The Ghostwriter That Refused to Disappear
Our third writer is a celebrity ghostwriter and the main character in my book, Bad Girl Pie. The book is now available for pre-order, and I’m offering a complimentary 15-minute writing consultation to anyone who reserves their copy.
Dorothy’s journey begins with a haunting dream following her father’s death-a warning that if she doesn’t finally write a book under her own name, she’ll become a ghost herself. For years, Dorothy has poured her talent into crafting bestsellers for others, never daring to step into the spotlight. But with her best friend and agent, Suzanne, cheering her on, Dorothy embarks on a risky new project with a concept as bold as Dorothy herself is timid, and it forces her to confront her deepest fears about self-revelation.
Desperate for guidance, Dorothy turns to her eccentric Aunt Cindy, a former journalist whose unconventional wisdom helps Dorothy find her voice. With Cindy’s encouragement, Dorothy completes her book outline and, in a burst of newfound confidence, jets off for a week of tango dancing. There, she meets a smoldering fireman and tango dancer, and their passionate fling reignites a spark in Dorothy that she thought she’d lost forever.
But it isn’t just about romance or reinvention-it’s about the courage it takes to claim your own story. As Dorothy dances her way through heartbreak, betrayal, and a series of unexpected twists, readers will root for her to finally step out from behind the curtain and embrace the life she truly wants.
Get ready to fall in love with Dorothy Sherlock, a heroine who proves that sometimes, you have to risk everything to find your own recipe for happiness. Stay tuned for more coming soon!
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Get Busy
Grab that pen, write down your ideas and goals, join the webinar and be prepared to thrive!
Here’s to your personal success,
Professor Marilyn Horowitz
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Free Webinar on July 23
Events and circumstances in our lives too often shake our confidence, strain our relationships, hinder creativity, and even make us question our worth. From global headlines to personal health, career pressures to personal battles, life’s uncertainty affects our overall happiness and blocks progress and success.
Through the Beyond Happiness Method—a gentle blend of neuroscience, somatic practices and guided story writing, you’ll learn to move from anxious overthinking to a mental and emotional space with clarity.
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Bad Girl Pie Pre-sales and New Trailer!
Help a struggling writer and reserve your copy of Bad Girl Pie now! And I am happy to return the favor with the offer of a free 15 minute writing or Beyond Happiness consultation with each order! Email when you’ve placed your order and I’ll schedule our call.
Tell your friends and let’s support writers everywhere! And in the meantime, enjoy the new video trailer: Sex, Tango, Pie:
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