What do Sarah Josepha Hale, Spanx founder Sara Blakely, and the power of persistence have in common? They’re all part of the stories shared by Marlene Wagman-Geller, bestselling author of Women Who Launch and 12 other inspiring books. In this episode of Beyond the Bestseller, Marlene shares her journey from aspiring fiction writer to celebrated non-fiction author, highlighting the resilience and grit it takes to make big dreams a reality. We explore: How Marlene overcame rejections to publish 13 books, including Women Who Launch and A Room of Their Own. Stories of iconic women who’ve shaped history and launched remarkable enterprises against all odds. Why persistence and a “never give up” attitude are the keys to success, no matter your starting point. Advice for women juggling careers, writing dreams, and everyday responsibilities. If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to write a book or follow a passion project while balancing a busy life, this conversation will leave you inspired to take the leap! Links & Resources Mentioned: Explore Marlene’s books (affiliate links): Women Who Launch: https://amzn.to/3OtFq9P A Room of Their Own: https://amzn.to/4g74vDc Royal Women: https://amzn.to/4iaXO4U Behind Every Great Man: https://amzn.to/3OuMnrs And the Rest is History: https://amzn.to/4994n3W Once Again to Zelda: https://amzn.to/3VamRv8 Eureka!: https://amzn.to/3CK7xzd Women’s Home Museums of the Northeast: https://amzn.to/4eL3ZKg Women of Means: https://amzn.to/4fJFXAI Fabulous Female Firsts: https://amzn.to/3COYEEv Unabashed Women: https://amzn.to/417MjVZ Great Second Acts: https://amzn.to/4ibA2FZ Still I Rise: https://amzn.to/41cn9FT Visit Marlene’s website for advice on writing, publishing, and query letters: https://www.marlenewagmangeller.com/. Learn more about the Author Power Circle for women writers: https://kellyschuknecht.com/author-power-circle/. Loved this episode? Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend who needs a little inspiration to follow their dreams. For more resources to help you write and market your book, visit https://kellyschuknecht.com.

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