The Green Heart Living Podcast

Narrating Your Audiobook with Laura English

Thinking of recording your own audiobook? 

In this 3-part series, we talk with Laura English, audiobook producer, narrator, editor, engineer, and owner of Evergreen Studios, about the things to consider when deciding whether or not to do an audiobook and how to go about it.

On this third episode, we discuss: 

- Things to consider when narrating your own book

- The benefits of recording your own story

- The process of recording in a studio setting

You can learn more about Laura English at:

https://www.lauraenglishvo.com/

Audiobook Narration & Distribution with Laura English

Thinking of turning your book into an audiobook?

In this 3-part series, we talk with Laura English, audiobook producer, narrator, editor, engineer, and owner of Evergreen Studios, about the things to consider when deciding whether or not to do an audiobook and how to go about it.

On this second episode, we discuss: 

- How to select a narrator for your audiobook

- The process of working with a narrator

- How to distribute your audiobook 

In part 3 we'll be discussing what to consider if you decide to record the audiobook yourself.

You can learn more about Laura English at:

https://www.lauraenglishvo.com/

Audiobooks with Laura English (Part 1)

Thinking of turning your book into an audiobook?

In this 3-part series, we talk with Laura English, audiobook producer, narrator, editor and engineer, and owner of Evergreen Studios, about the things to consider when deciding whether or not to do an audiobook and how to go about it.

On this first episode we look at:

- Reasons to record an audiobook

- Trends in the audiobook industry

- How to decide whether to hire a narrator or record it yourself

On part 2, we'll be discussing how to select and narrator and what distribution services to use, and part 3 we'll be discussing what to consider if you decide to record the audiobook yourself.

You can learn more about Laura English at:

https://www.lauraenglishvo.com/

Writing a Book in 2025

Are you planning on writing a book in 2025?

Making it easier, more fun, and more meaningful by joining one of my writing groups!

In this episode, I share all the details of my two writing groups that will be kicking off March 1st: the Green Heart Writing Circle and the Abundant Author™ Mastermind.

I also share a new, free bonus for anyone who has ever published with Green Heart Living Press. 

To learn more about the writing programs:

https://www.greenheartliving.com/group-writing-programs

 

What To Do When Feeling Fear, Anger and Grief - Personal, National and Global

It feels more important than ever that we take action to make a difference - but what exactly are we supposed to do? What are we to do when we see injustice, war, or disaster? How do we keep going when we feel fear, anger, or grief over things we feel we have no control over? 

On this episode, I share 3 things to do right now to help you get through. On a global, national, and local level, we want to keep building the world we want to live in.  These 3 tools will help you be part of making that possible.

At 8:30, there is a Loving Kindness meditation to help you calm your mind so that you can care for yourself and stay in action toward good.  

Letters to Betty with Mary Bub

What do we do when faced with grief and loss?

 

On this episode, I speak with Mary Bub, a grassroots activist, social innovator, photographer, artist, and author of several books, including the newly released "Letters to Betty: The Anatomy of One Woman's Grief."

 

Reeling and numb after the death of her beloved husband Don, Mary Bub turned to writing to navigate the journey from grief and despair to healing and purpose. In "Letters to Betty," Bub describes how a metaphorical grief box and penning frequent notes to an imaginary recipient, “Betty”, helped her process her emotions and discover her new self in the year following Don’s passing. Her raw, honest letters describe a path that began with anguish, sadness, and loneliness, and led her to a place of gratitude, calm, and courage. Reading Bub’s letters is like talking to a close friend. They provide comfort and inspiration to others traveling through their own journey of loss.

 

"Letters to Betty" is available in paperback and ebook on Amazon.

Energy Alignment for 2025 - A Guided Meditation

This episode will help you clear energy from 2024 and welcome in fresh, aligned energy for 2025.

I share:

• my take on why New Year's Resolutions often tank early on
• my two key practices for reflecting on the previous year and getting clear on the new year
• how to honor our bodies, minds, and spirits for getting us through the past year
• how to make space for what's truly aligned and alive for us at this present moment (no matter what is going on around us)

The guided meditation begins at 7:17. Enjoy! 

Multi-Talented Creatives with Coco Madari

Coco Madari helps creatives to overcome business challenges and build authentic, sustainable businesses.

 

Coco is the host of the podcast Do Epic Shi*t and the author of a book of poetry entitled Whispers of a God. Her work emphasizes anti-capitalist practices and supports diverse voices.
 

On this episode we talk about how:

• How anti-capitalist business practices prioritize people and community while embracing abundance.
• The importance of learning to navigate the unknown. 
• How creatives can align their businesses with their personal values and needs.

Learn more about Coco Madari here:  

https://linktr.ee/Doepicshit

Write and Publish a Book in 2025

Is 2025 the year you write and publish your book?

If you are looking to make your dream of a book a reality, the Abundant Author™ Mastermind can help you turn your story into gold! This video goes through the details of this program.

To learn more: https://www.greenheartliving.com/the-abundant-author

To apply (and get your free publishing guide): https://www.greenheartliving.com/publish

To set up a call with me: https://bit.ly/greenheartlivingconsult

Fingerprintz with Lisa Printz Roday

A behind-the-scenes look at the challenges, losses, and hard choices women face as they juggle work, relationships, and motherhood.

 

On this episode, I speak with author Lisa Printz Roday about her new book "Fingerprintz: One Woman's Journey Through Loss, Love, and Very Little Babies." The memoir begins with the sudden death of her forty-seven-year-old father. Rather than crush the twenty-one-year-old Printz Roday, it is the pivotal moment that sustains her in each new crisis she faces, including two harrowing preterm births. No matter where you are in your journey, this book will inspire you to stay the course to a place of light.

 

The book is available in hardcover, paperback, and ebook on Amazon. To learn more about the author:

https://lisaprintzroday.com/