In this episode of All The Way Authentic, host Kevin P. Henry welcomes Corinne Cavanaugh, a talented author whose new novel An Audacious Woman is capturing readers' hearts. Corinne shares her journey from a Pacific Northwest upbringing to becoming a marketing expert and an accomplished author. She discusses the inspirations behind her novel, the meticulous research involved, and the challenges and rewards of writing fiction. Corinne also offers valuable insights on using AI for research, the role of technology in writing, and the importance of patience and discipline in the creative process.
Kevin begins the conversation by introducing Corinne and asking about her background. She describes her move to Washington State at four when her father took a job at Boeing. Raised in the Pacific Northwest, Corinne moved to the big city at 18 and has since had various career journeys, with marketing being the consistent thread throughout. A couple of years ago, she decided to pursue her passion for writing, leading her to write the book An Audacious Woman.
The discussion then shifts to the novel itself. Corinne provides a detailed look at the book and its main character, an 85-year-old woman from New York who owns a rare, gilded-age Manhattan mansion. Corinne explains how a dream about the protagonist inspired her to write the story, highlighting the character's quirky and outrageous nature. She emphasizes the importance of thorough research in writing fiction. She shares how she meticulously researched historical events like the Freedom Rides to ensure accuracy and authenticity in her storytelling.
Corinne delves into her writing process, discussing the importance of outlining and how she deals with writer's block. She talks about the role of developmental editors and how they helped shape her novel. Kevin and Corinne also discuss the benefits and limitations of AI in writing and research. Corinne believes that while AI shouldn't be used for writing stories, it can be a valuable tool for research and finding resources.
Throughout the interview, Corinne offers advice for aspiring writers. She emphasizes the importance of detail in storytelling, the need for discipline and patience, and the value of knowing one's weaknesses and strengths. She shares practical tips on becoming a good writer, including visualizing scenes and being aware of grammar and sentence structure.
Corinne talks about her plans, including upcoming author events. Listeners can find An Audacious Woman on Amazon. Keep an eye on her social media profiles for updates on author events in the Pacific Northwest.
Kevin wraps up the episode by thanking Corinne for joining him and encouraging listeners to subscribe and leave a review. He reminds them to stay authentic and looks forward to the next episode of All The Way Authentic.
Links and Resources:
- An Audacious Woman on Amazon
- Follow Corinne Cavanaugh on Social Media - Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
- Visit her webpage here
The All The Way Authentic Podcast with Kevin P. Henry talks about all things diversity and inclusion, mental health, and empowerment.
Kevin P. Henry has worked in the Diversity-Equity-Inclusion, communications, and training field for over 30 years. He also has extensive experience as a journalist, voice actor, and writer. Currently, he works for the private and public sectors, businesses, organizations, and nonprofits. Kevin utilizes a variety of skills to meet the needs of clients, which include strategic planning, training, facilitation, and writing.
While living in Hawaii, Kevin developed educational programs for high school students that focused on career planning, writing, and video production. In addition, he worked with domestic violence survivors and at-risk youth coordinating career planning workshops.
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