Don’t Wait for Retirement to Write That Book, with Chris Shirley, Award-Winning Fiction Writer
Your Creative MidlifeShow Notes
Do you want to write a book, either now or in retirement? Rather than put off his writing dreams until retirement, Chris embraced the challenges through courses, mentorship, community, and self-education. He went on to write a debut novel and is working on his third book. Chris’s story offers inspiration, empathy, and encouragement for anyone who dreams of writing but doesn’t know where to start. About the guest: Chris Shirley writes contemporary fiction that blends emotional depth with...
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