by Hélène | Jan 25, 2016 | Next Act for Women
After careers in journalism, catering, and marketing, Helene went back to her first love: Books. She reviews works of fiction on her blog, Books Is Wonderful, and is finishing up her own first novel. Tell us a little about your background… I grew up in Reading,... by Hélène | Aug 31, 2015 | Next Act for Women
When her kids got older, Lauren, a former lawyer, chose to pursue her longtime love for musicals. She wrote books and lyrics for two original productions in her hometown before moving to New York to pursue a Master’s degree in musical theatre writing at NYU’s Tisch... by Hélène | Jun 25, 2015 | Next Act for Women
When Sharon faced an empty nest and lots of job rejections, she launched her own career. Through her blogging and community building, she has become a powerhouse among midlife women writers. Tell us a little about your background… I was born and raised in Great Neck,... by Hélène | Jun 22, 2015 | Next Act for Women
After nearly 20 years of writing for TV, Ellie channeled her creative talent toward giving back by working with youths and artists. Tell us a little about your background… Well, my life has had many acts! I grew up in Winnetka, IL, and studied English at Bryn Mawr... by Hélène | Mar 8, 2015 | Next Act for Women
Joanna got serious about her love of writing when she applied to a graduate program in her 40’s. She hasn’t looked back since. Tell us about your background… I was born a British expat in Malaysia. My family moved back to the UK when I was 7, then moved at least every...