Episodes

  • 17: A Raw Chat on Postpartum, Motherhood, & Creativity ft. Author Suzanne Yatim Aslam

    17: A Raw Chat on Postpartum, Motherhood, & Creativity ft. Author Suzanne Yatim Aslam
    Jun 4 2024

    In this episode, we're talking to Suzanne Yatim Aslam, a former actress and Miss Arab USA turned author of the Amazon bestseller 'Post Pardon Me', who shares her experiences with postpartum depression, societal expectations of motherhood, and how she used her emotions as a fuel for creativity.

    Whether experiencing the challenges of new motherhood or seeking to channel creativity into writing, this episode offers insights into the transformative power of authenticity, support systems, and knowing your audience.

    Suzanne is a former actress and Miss Arab USA turned writer. Her dark comedy Post Pardon Me is now an Amazon best seller and a Reader's Favorite with 5 stars. She is on a mission to help mamas feel supported in one of the most confusing times of their lives.
    • Suzanne's Website: SuzanneYatimAslam.com
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suzyatimaslam/
    • Book: On Amazon

    Work With Holly

    Hi I’m Holly. Book Coach for World-Changers. If you’re going to change the world with your book, fiction or nonfiction, I can help you do it. Change more lives & create a sustainable business! 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.

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

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    • Website: www.hollyostrout.com
    • Instagram: @hollyostara
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    31 mins
  • 16: The Power of Tapping: Transforming Lives and Manifesting Wealth ft. Melanie Moore

    16: The Power of Tapping: Transforming Lives and Manifesting Wealth ft. Melanie Moore
    May 13 2024

    In this episode, we're talking to Melanie Moore, a leading vision board expert and coach from the UK, who introduces Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) or 'tapping' as a transformative method for achieving personal goals, overcoming life's crossroads, and manifesting abundance....

    Whether experiencing a life crossroad or seeking to realize a big vision, this episode offers insights into the transformative power of intention, mindset, and tapping.

    Melanie Moore is the UK’s leading Vision Board expert and award winning coach. She inspires her clients to tap into their Big Vision, and gives them the mindset tools to change the trajectory of their lives.She helps people at a crossroads in their life to get clear on their Big Vision, then to commit to this vision by taking bold action towards their goals and creating their dream life.She is the host of the weekly show Tapping With Mel and the creator of Transformational Neural Technique ® - a unique process that clears the past which then clears the path so that lasting transformation can happen.Melanie is on a mission to help millions of people to dream bigger, think bigger and act bigger.
    • Melanie's Website: www.melaniemoore.co.uk
    • https://www.instagram.com/iammelaniemoore/
    • https://www.youtube.com/melaniemooreeft

    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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    44 mins
  • 15: 6 Memoir Writing Tips from a Memoir Book Coach ft. Ally Berthiaume

    15: 6 Memoir Writing Tips from a Memoir Book Coach ft. Ally Berthiaume
    Apr 28 2024

    In this episode, we're talking to Ally Berthiaume who shares her wealth of knowledge on memoir writing and tips including, "It's never too late to go after the dream, but the bravest part is to begin."

    If you ever considered writing a memoir to further your business success, that can help bring in new leads and sales, then don't miss this episode.

    Alyssa Berthiaume is an award-winning author, international book coach and ghostwriter, and speaker. She holds an M.F.A. in creative writing and is the Founder of The Write Place, Right Time. Berthiaume believes that books have the ability to heal and the more healed we are, the more healed our planet is. When she says, "Write the book that will light up your world and ours", she imagines a world where people are united; they dared to share the stories that have shaped them and in that sharing, they've come to realize we are more the same than we are different.
    • Ally's Website: https://thewriteplacerighttime.com/
    • https://www.facebook.com/thewriteplacerighttime
    • https://www.linkedin.com/in/ayberthiaume/
    • https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_EJJ-u-iS_V1VNHAt4xmJg

    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
  • 14: Why you Must Market your Book with Melanie Herschorn

    14: Why you Must Market your Book with Melanie Herschorn
    Nov 15 2023

    In this episode, we're talking to Melanie Herschorn who shares her wealth of knowledge on book marketing and shares tips on how to share your message to make a big impact with your book.

    If you ever considered writing a book to further your business success, that can help bring in new leads and sales, then don't miss this episode.

    Melanie Herschorn wants to make your book and brand shine. As a nonfiction and children's book marketing strategist for authors, coaches, consultants, and speakers worldwide, she’s on a mission to support and empower her clients to build a business with their book as the foundation and to help them share their message with the world. Using her unique combination of entrepreneurship, award-winning journalism and PR experience, Melanie guides her clients to create brand awareness, sell books, and position themselves as subject matter experts so they can make a big impact with their book. She also loves to provide book marketing tips and interview authors on her Youtube show, AUTHORity Marketing LIVE!
    • Melanie's Website: https://vipbookmarketing.com/
    • https://www.linkedin.com/in/melanie-herschorn/
    • https://www.instagram.com/vipbookmarketing/
    • https://www.facebook.com/vipbookmarketing
    • Link to Melanie's Book!

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    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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    36 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
  • 12. The SERENE Way to Self Love After a Difficult or Harmful Relationship with Your Mum ft. Geraldine Crane

    12. The SERENE Way to Self Love After a Difficult or Harmful Relationship with Your Mum ft. Geraldine Crane
    Oct 26 2023

    In this episode, we're talking to Geraldine Crane who shares her spiritual guidance on applying the SERENE Way to self love, healing mother wounds, and creating inner peace.

    If you ever find yourself struggling with self love and past wounds, that impact your creative life and trusting your own judgement, then don't miss this episode.

    Geraldine is a Serene Spiritual Empowerment Guide helping women, rebuild their self-worth, after a difficult or harmful relationship with their mother. Using Serene Spiritual Hypnotherapy and coaching Geraldine reconnects them to their inner wisdom and inner power, whilst also enabling them to feel the love of their Spirit Guides, so they can embrace their magnificence and start having happier, healthier relationships in all areas of their lives.
    • Geraldine's Website: https://linktr.ee/geraldinecrane
    • https://www.facebook.com/GeraldineECrane/
    • https://www.instagram.com/geraldinecrane_serene/
    • https://www.tiktok.com/@geraldinecrane

    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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    46 mins
  • 11. The 7 Emotional Circuits We Share with our Pets & 3 Things You Need to Be Happy ft. Reneau Peurifoy

    11. The 7 Emotional Circuits We Share with our Pets & 3 Things You Need to Be Happy ft. Reneau Peurifoy
    Oct 12 2023

    In this episode, we're talking to Reneau Peurifoy, who, with over 20 years of experience in marriage and family therapy, shares wisdom on the 7 core emotions that we share with our pets, the 3 most important emotional factors that impact personal happiness, and practical approaches for quieting destructive emotional triggers and negative core response patterns.

    If you ever find yourself in that anxiety downward spiral, that impacts your work and creative life, then don't miss this episode.

    Reneau Peurifoy was in private practice for twenty years as a marriage and family therapist specializing in anxiety disorders before becoming a teacher at a local college. He has written four books. The most recent that has just been released is “Why You Feel the Way You Do.”
    • Reneau's Website: www.whyemotions.com
    • https://www.facebook.com/reneau.peurifoy
    • https://www.linkedin.com/in/reneau-peurifoy-73a20b12/

    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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    45 mins
  • 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