The Fearless, the Way of the Fearless Writer

Beth Kempton is the author of Wabi Savi and upcoming book The Fearless. She talks to us about her fascination with Japanese culture, language and writing. Beth: "I thought I was going to be an accountant when I was 15, 16"

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In this episode we speak to Bestselling author Beth Kempton (@bethkempton) about her journey into writing, from her first published book Freedom Seeker to her latest The Way of the Fearless Writer, her process for writing and pitching her bestselling non-fiction books, and her philosophy for leading a fearless and authentic writing life. Beth shares with us why we can't think our way into writing a good book, how she learned to let go and let her writing flow and why she balances her work seasonally.

ABOUT BETH KEMPTON

Beth Kempton is a bestselling author whose books include The Way of the Fearless Writer The Way of the Fearless Writer, Wabi Sabi / Freedom Seeker. Her books have been translated into twenty-five languages. Beth has a Master’s degree in Japanese and teaches and writes about doing what you love and living well. She lives with her husband and two daughters in Devon, England.

RESOURCES:

Beth on Instagram: @bethkempton

Beth's The Fearless Writer Podcast: bethkempton.com/podcast

Beth's Books: The Way of the Fearless Writer / We Are in This Together / Calm Christmas and a Happy New Year / Wabi Sabi / Freedom Seeker

The River sung by Danni Nicholls (co-written by Danni Nicholls and Beth Kempton) iTunes / Spotify / Youtube

Make Art That Sells: https://makeartthatsells.com/

Make It In Design: https://makeitindesign.com/

How to Land a Non-Fiction Book Deal w/ Beth Kempton

Beth's Courses: dowhatyouloveforlife.com

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