A Master Class in Memoir with Award Winning Editor Melanie Votaw

Bounce Back Stronger with Donna Ferris

This episode is a master class in memoir, personal essay, and self-help non-fiction. Our guest, Melanie Votaw, author, editor, and book coach, brings over two decades of editing and writing experience to the table, all in service of individuals crafting and sharing their tales of triumph.

Melanie unveils the secrets behind her remarkable success in guiding others to tell their stories. From self-help books to memoirs, she has left an indelible mark on the literary landscape, boasting an impressive portfolio of 39 nonfiction books as an author or ghostwriter, alongside over 75 edited works for publishing houses like Macmillan, Hay House, and Penguin Random House.

Discover how Melanie's expertise has propelled numerous narratives onto the prestigious New York Times Best Seller List, earning her a plethora of awards and accolades along the way. Whether you're an aspiring author seeking guidance or a reader eager to uncover storytelling's power, this episode will ignite your passion for the written word.

If you want to learn more about Melanie’s work, including her editing services, please visit https://melanievotaw.com or follow her on Instagram @melanievotaw. And if you like to travel, she is also the editor for the luxury travel site: https://luxurywebmagazine.com

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