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Published: April 15, 2021, 12:46 p.m.

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\\u2018Carve Your Own Path\\u2019

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On today\\u2019s show, I have the pleasure of talking with 21 year old, young author, Cady Hammer.

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From the time she was eleven, Cady fell in love with the feeling of creating something new and exciting that others wanted to read. She wrote her first 32,000 word novella between classes.

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Cady explored her world through her imagination. She was often teased for being in her own world, but never hesitated to invite others along on the adventure. Experimenting with different genres she settled during her freshman year of college on a Young Adult fantasy idea.

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Cady\\u2019s studies in history and anthropology set the stage for the detailed world building that lets readers step into the story.

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Her debut novel, \\u2018Chasing Fae\\u2019 is her first published book. Followed by \\u2018Chasing War\\u2019. She has already put out a short story collection and currently working on revisions for the sequel to Chasing Fae and Chasing War.

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Her stories explore the complexities of relationships crafted around the idea that love, friendship, and grief are all interwoven.

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Being a full time college student has its challenges. Writing and the logistical side of being an author fits in to all of the in between times, as well as her writing commitments.

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Cady runs the internationally-read website, Fluff About Fantasy, a place for young writers to learn the genre-specific craft of writing fantasy and be inspired by what they can accomplish.

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What we talk about and answers you are looking for:

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>Her writing journey in depth and how it transformed her life

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>The writing process. First draft to publication

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>How to deal with roadblocks and writer\\u2019s block

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>Being bullied and harassed during her teens

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>Finding confidence

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>Why introverts make great leaders

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>Why you shouldn\\u2019t stop dreaming and carve your own path

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Cady, shares great advice, tips and resources along the way.

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To any budding writers out there, tune in NOW. An episode not to be missed!

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Cady\\u2019s details if you would like to get in contact:

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https://fluffaboutfantasy.com

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https://www.cadyhammer.com/

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Recommended resources:

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https://writersedit.com/

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https://www.writersdigest.com/

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https://www.well-storied.com/

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Like this episode? Please subscribe, rate and leave a review on Itunes. Help me to serve more people.

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Are you looking for a mentor or coach. Send me a DM or email.

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Get social with me on Instagram and Facebook @ujanapodcast

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Thank you for listening.

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