In this episode of A Literal Journey, I sit down with writing coach Kimberly Lauren—the voice behind the popular Instagram account @talkwordytome_—to talk about why stories matter, how writing can be deeply healing, and what it really takes to finish a “meaningful” book. During the interview, Kimberly shares her journey from childhood journaling to working across publishing and now helping writers turn their ideas into books that truly matter.

We explores the therapeutic power of storytelling, the science behind expressive writing, why writer’s block may not be real, and the importance of reconnecting with what Kimberly calls the “white-hot center” of your story.

Whether you’re a reader, writer, parent, teacher, or someone who has a story to tell, I hope this episode encourages you to open a book and embark on your own literal journey.

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KIMBERLY LAUREN is a writer, editor, and storytelling coach who helps people turn their ideas into books that matter. She holds an MFA in creative writing from Lesley University and has worked across publishing—as a magazine editor, publicist, and audiobook narrator. Her work has appeared in The Elephant Journal, No Sidebar, Utah Valley Magazine, and Scary Mommy. She is currently working on her third novel. A former founder of a journal company focused on the science of writing for well-being, she now helps other founders, creatives, and professionals finally write the books they’ve been dreaming about.

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My name is Seth Adam Smith. I’m a husband, father, and author who believes in the power of stories to inspire people forward.

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