The Story Cure

Are you an aspiring bestselling author and thought leader, a children's book writer, filmmaker, novelist, memoirist or poet? The Story Cure is for you! Our channel provides expert writing and publishing insights from 2x New York Times Bestselling Author, decade-long Forbes contributor, TEDx Speaker, and the Founder and CEO of Your Bestselling Book & The Story Cure Press MeiMei Fox and her guests, all of whom are expert storytellers themselves. Join us. Let us help you navigate the Wild West of Publishing today, from conversations with literary agents and PR experts to self-published authors who have met with success, to folks who have pursued podcasts, film and other strategies to share their stories. Harness the ancient power of storytelling to find empowerment in your own narrative and make a positive impact on the world.

The Story Cure is a arts podcast hosted by MeiMei Fox, with 16 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

MeiMei Fox hosts The Story Cure, a arts show with 16 episodes published.

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  Courtney Murtha on Writing a Book, AI & Hot Girls Don't Work

  Oct 2, 202640 min

  What does writing a book have to do with using AI? Quite a lot, as it turns out. In this conversation, I sit down with Courtney Murtha, founder of Hot Girls Don't Work , to talk about writing, creativity, entrepreneurship, AI, and the importance of doing the work that only you can do. Courtney shares her experience writing her book and how the process helped her recognize the core themes running through her story. She also talks openly about how profoundly healing the experience was for her. Then we get into one of the most interesting connections between books and AI: context . A book can contain your experiences, knowledge, ideas, beliefs, stories, and voice in a structured body of work. Courtney explains why that makes it such a powerful source of context for AI, and why the goal shouldn't be to have AI replace your creative work. Instead, the idea is to use AI to handle more of the work around your expertise so you can spend more time actually thinking, creating, and doing the work you're uniquely good at. Courtney also shares the story behind Hot Girls Don't Work , how she developed the course, what she learned from her first cohorts, and why she's changing the way she teaches AI to entrepreneurs. The next cohort begins October 14th , and I'm joining Courtney for it. If you'd like to join us, learn more here: https://www.hotgirlsdontwork.com/

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  Laura Malin & MeiMei Fox on Storytelling, Audience Building & Book Adaptation

  Oct 1, 202620 min

  What can happen when you stop thinking of your book as the final destination? In this episode, I’m joined by Laura Malin to talk about the many directions a book or idea can take, from podcasts and social media to film and television. Laura shares her experience working in the adaptation space and explains why authors should think about the “middle steps” between a book and a screen adaptation. We talk about audience building, finding comparable stories, momentum, nostalgia, and the importance of having an audience that genuinely cares about your work. Then I take some time to share practical storytelling techniques authors can use in their own books. We talk about specificity, dialogue, using the five senses, authenticity, conflict, the “mystery box,” ambiguity, ticking clocks, research, visuals, audiobooks, and expert interviews. It’s a conversation about both sides of the book journey: how to make the story itself stronger and how to think about where that story could go next.

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  Laura Malin on Storytelling, Book Adaptations, and Reaching More Readers

  Sep 24, 202628 min

  A great story can take you places you never expected. But how do you make people care enough to keep reading? In this episode, I’m joined by Laura Malin to talk about storytelling, intellectual property, and the possibilities for authors who want their work to reach beyond the page. Laura shares how stories can evolve into different formats, from books and podcasts to film and television. She also explains why building an audience matters and how authors can begin developing their ideas without waiting for permission from traditional gatekeepers. I share some of my favorite storytelling techniques for writers, including how to create conflict, build suspense, use a mystery box, and give readers a reason to keep turning the pages. We also get into writing compelling opening chapters, incorporating research and expert interviews, and making nonfiction more engaging. Whether you're writing your first book or thinking about what your published work could become, there's plenty to take away from this conversation. In this episode: How a book can grow into other formats, including film and television Why building an audience around your work matters Using conflict and suspense to keep readers interested The mystery box technique and the power of a strong opening How to make research and nonfiction more engaging Finding the story within your own experiences Listen to the full episode and start thinking about where your story could go next.

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  Your Book Is Just the Beginning: Building a Personal Brand Beyond the Book | Andrea Sullivan

  Sep 9, 202653 min

  What happens after you write the book? In this episode, I sit down with Andrea Sullivan , CEO and founder of Vive, to talk about why your book launch should be more than a single moment, it should be the beginning of a larger personal brand strategy. I’ve always believed that a book can be a powerful calling card. It can open doors to speaking opportunities, podcast interviews, partnerships, clients, and new relationships. But to make those opportunities happen, you need to build something around the book. Andrea and I talk about: Why a book launch should be treated as a campaign , not just a launch day ✨ What personal branding really means and how your reputation is built ️ How podcasts, newsletters, events, associations, and niche communities can help you reach the right audience How to identify your “hero moments” and turn one strong idea into multiple pieces of content Why you don’t need to be everywhere you need to be intentional about where you show up How AI can help you repurpose your ideas while keeping your authentic voice at the center Whether you’re writing your first book, preparing for a launch, or trying to turn your expertise into a bigger platform, this conversation will help you think beyond the manuscript. Your book can open the door. The question is: what are you going to build on the other side?

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  How Milana Wrote a Traditionally Published Book (Without a Ghostwriter)

  Dec 28, 202546 min

  What does it really take to write a meaningful, traditionally published book without shortcuts, without a ghostwriter, and without losing the soul of your work? In this deep and honest conversation, Milana Snow shares her real author journey from decades of spiritual practice to writing her book It’s All Within You the long way. Together, we explore what most people never see behind the scenes of traditional publishing, including the inner work, discipline, and faith required to carry a book all the way through the messy middle. In this episode, we talk about: How Millana knew she was truly ready to write a book Why the proposal process was harder than writing the book itself The difference between speaking wisdom and writing it What aspiring authors misunderstand about traditional publishing and intellectual property Why lived experience matters more than analysis How daily practice, discipline, and trust carried her through doubt The surprising story of winning Project Runway and how it shaped her understanding of trust, manifestation, and surrender This episode is for: Aspiring authors Thought leaders and creatives Coaches, healers, and teachers Anyone feeling called to write, but unsure where to begin Topics include breathwork, authorship, faith, publishing, personal transformation, creative discipline, and trust. Join the conversation: What part of the book-writing process feels hardest for you right now — starting, staying consistent, or finishing? Let us know. If this conversation resonated, follow the show and subscribe for more author interviews and honest insights into the writing and publishing journey.

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