"Publishing a novel is like walking down the street naked" Luce Sutherland, Author S5 EPS 18

Silencing the Inner Critic In this heartfelt and relatable episode, we're joined by author Luce Sutherland—a woman who’s passionate about storytelling and living life boldly and authentically. From her early days of secretly reading romance novels before e-readers made it easy to be discreet to writing her own sassy, steamy stories filled with alpha heroes and fierce heroines, Luce shares her journey of embracing her voice and creativity. We dive into how Luce got started as a writer, what inspired her to put pen to paper, and the often harsh reality of being our own worst critic. She opens up about learning to quiet that inner voice that whispers, “you’re not good enough,” and how she's replaced it with something far more empowering. Whether you're an aspiring writer, a lover of romance novels, or simply someone working to quiet your inner doubts, this episode is a warm reminder that growth, self-care, and a little bit of sass go a long way. So grab a cup of coffee (maybe even some Scottish gin if it’s that kind of day!) and settle in for an inspiring chat with Luce Sutherland—because your story matters, and it's time to start telling it. Website: lucesutherland.com Instagram: @lucesutherlandwrites Facebook: lucesutherlandwrites TikTok: @lucellj Learn more about your host, Kim Lengling at www.kimlenglingauthor.com Be sure you subscribe/rate/like and do all the things while you're here! It helps the show and all the nuggets of hope reach more people!