From Horses to Heartstrings: Christy Cashman’s Fiction Journey

This week on Writes4Women, @pamelacookwrites sits down with Christy Cashman, author of The Truth About Horses, for an unforgettable chat about her writing journey, from film to fiction. In this episode, Christy dives deep into the creative process behind her emotional debut novel—a coming-of-age story about a girl, her connection to horses, and the complexities of grief. Whether you're a writer or just love a good story, this conversation is packed with inspiration and insights you won’t want to miss. Add this one to your playlist and prepare to get inspired by the world of horses and heartfelt storytelling!

Video Timestamps: 
00:00 Introduction and Upcoming Events
01:48 Substack and Community Engagement
03:31 Exclusive Content for Paid Subscribers
05:22 Writing Retreats and Courses
07:22 Interview with Christy Cashman
13:13 Christy's Writing Journey and Process
28:54 Exploring Grief and Individual Responses
29:20 Character Spotlight: Wes the Selective Mute
31:37 Capturing Big Emotions in Writing
33:55 Non-Linear Writing Process
37:25 Descriptive Writing and Sensory Details
42:07 Narrating the Audiobook
43:54 Writing Rituals and Overcoming Writer's Block
47:02 Publishing Journey and Marketing Challenges
52:58 Future Projects and Creative Process
53:30 Conclusion and Final Thoughts