Overcoming Stereotypes | Katie Otey

Send us a text In this episode of "Authors Who Lead," Katie Otey shares the depth of her experiences in the literary world. A humorist with a penchant for heartfelt narratives, Katie underscores the importance of writing from the heart.  "Understanding the craft and staying true to oneself," she affirms, is crucial for long-term success. This is particularly evident in her first adult book published by Phoenix Publishing in August, where she combines her life experiences with her literary skills. Timestamp: 00:00 Met Katie Ode, author and humorist, inspiring. 05:48 Authors should be valued by merit, not identity. 08:38 Struggled with Appalachian stereotypes and family history. 10:18 Embrace diversity beyond cultural stereotypes through media. 14:45 Take time, join the community, and share thoughtful stories. 19:47 Beautiful, inspiring story with vibrant food illustrations. 22:20 Isaiah inspired a funny, imaginative, dramatic child. 24:29 Authors often feel confident yet terrified. 27:50 Follow your heart, stay true, work hard. Full show notes COMMUNITY PROGRAMS 📚 Write and Publish your book CONNECT 📷 Instagram 🎬 TikTok 👫🏻 Facebook 💼 LinkedIn 🐦‍⬛ Twitter 🤝🏻 Apply to be a Guest LEAVE A REVIEW ✍🏻 Review on Apple Podcasts ✍️ Review on Spotify 🖱️ Episode Webpage