Estelle Erasmus

Loved appearing on the Know Your True Self podcast. I think I do know my true self after all the pivots I’ve made in my life.

‎Know Your True Self: Writing That Gets Noticed with Estelle Erasmus on Apple Podcasts ‎Show Know Your True Self, Ep Writing That Gets Noticed with Estelle Erasmus - Nov 29, 2023

I loved speaking with Bill Kenower on Author2Author about my experiences as a magazine editor and what I teach my students.

Author2Author with Estelle Erasmus Bill welcomes essayist, coach, and teacher Estelle Erasmus to the show. Estelle is a professor of writing at New York University, the host of the Freelance Writing Direct podcast, and former ?All About the Pitch? columnist for Writer's Digest. She has written about a variety of subjects (health, bea...

I was excited to talk to Minna Dubin for Freelance Writing Direct about writing her book Mom Rage.

In our conversation we covered:

*What Mom Rage is and why this topic is relevant
*Why Minna decided to write about this parenting topic
**Writing about a controversial topic and feminist values
Tips for pitching and creating scenes that resonate with readers

I even had an additional clip from her for my substack subscribers.

https://estelleserasmus.com/61-all-about-mom-rage-with-minna-dubin/

Sometimes you need to "get the photo" for an article, but don't know what you need to do, and how you can avoid paying big fees. Photo sourcing expert Nicole DiMella shares her secrets in last week's podcast episode.

#60 Shutter Secrets: Searching For and Using Photos in Your Writing - Estelle Erasmus A conversation with a photography expert on how to source photos

From a student who took my Writer’s Digest pitching course.

Thank you Zibby Media! I can’t wait to dive into Zibby’s new novel!

So excited to announce that a course based on my book Writing That Gets Noticed is now part of the journalism certificate curriculum at NYU! See more in stories or on my website EstelleSErasmus.com

I've been waiting to announce this, and now I can!

Writing That Gets Noticed is Now an official NYU Journalism Course - Estelle Erasmus Hi everyone, I’m so excited to share a piece of good news today with all of you that I’ve been sitting on waiting for it to become a reality! NYU's School of Professional Studies (NYUSPSPALA) has made Writing That Gets Noticed, a course part of the journalism certificate curriculum. See it here....

My latest episode of Freelance Writing Direct focuses on Teri Rizvi and Erma Bombeck Writers Workshop

Some more info: I met Teri Rizvi back at the Erma Bombeck Writers’ Workshop in 2018, I believe. She asked me to do a speed dating session for writers and I had such a great time doing it. Then, during the pandemic, I did a virtual session on how not to be ghosted with editors for the conference. I’m excited to be speaking with Teri now for Freelance Writing Direct, especially because registration for the conference is an appointment event, and it begins next week on November 15th.

#59 All About Teri Rizvi and the Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop - Estelle Erasmus Estelle Erasmus is in conversation with Teri Rizvi of the Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop

So proud of my student Ellen Schilling Acconcia. Her insightful new essay that she worked on during a Zoom class I teach for current and former students is out today on Insider!

https://www.insider.com/only-child-resented-burden-caregiving-widowed-sick-mom-2023-11?fbclid=IwAR0jvGWKfyNI-tMYmCWvtFLMmwPntsg8OK43QqnzLQBe6QpAzDItlQxalvw_aem_AUNeu7r1LVdyxuOM61MZasIPT91a8Ez0KzWI3rHPDMed0ErPGCpWaESwsco2j5FgKUU

As an only child, I felt responsible for caring for my aging mom. I resented having to balance family life and caregiving. She resented caring for her widowed mother, but she had no one to share the responsibility with as an only child. She put her mom in a nursing home.

Did you sign up? Don't miss this fascinating conversation November 15th from 12:30-1:30 pm EST.

https://estelleserasmus.com/teaching-speaking/

I’m so honored to be named as a mentor for AWP’s winter Writer to Writer Mentor program.

https://www.awpwriter.org/community_calendar/mentorship_program_mentorbios?fbclid=IwAR2NKV3DT3j2bxSDr2tJX7Hm1rahT03TERcjozRZDAvTSF4p9vbOdpAh9fw_aem_AT6YHSe5Z0NcgSgpm4nM8792wZD9OJYezji5kMVzWfP5s13LacRSKs41AWqvaj51iiE #:~:text=Estelle%20Erasmus&text=She%20is%20an%20adjunct%20writing

Association of Writers & Writing Programs AWP provides community, opportunities, ideas, news, and advocacy for writers and teachers of writing.

I just got back from the Atlanta Writers Conference and was pleased to receive this in my email. This kind of feedback is one of the reasons why I teach, and why I wrote Writing That Gets Noticed. Also, sometimes the advice I give that I think everybody knows, but I say it anyway, is exactly what the person needs to hear from me.
The email:
Just wanted to reach out and say thank you so much for being willing to come and speak to us writers and dole out some of your wisdom! It was great to get some thorough insight into the publisher/writer relationship, and I especially took a lot out of your advice on dealing with frustration and stalls with writing.
I've been going through a bit of a funk lately with my writing in terms of feeling a little discouraged and lacking in confidence, so learning to just go with the flow and take things one page and one day at a time, and sitting down to write whatever comes to me in the moment if I've stalled, are some really great pieces of guidance.
So thank you so much, hope you got back safe and sound, and appreciate all you do for your fellow writers! "

Loved speaking with Audrey Farley for Freelance Writing Direct!

#58 Writing About Historical Subjects with Audrey Clare Farley - Estelle Erasmus A Conversation with author Audrey Clare Farley

Loved writing this for Digital Party

Who Were You in a Previous Life? Want to know what you were like before you were, well, you? Try a past life regression therapy session. Read the full story at the .

Words:

My first non-publishing-related piece since I wrote my book.

I wrote for The Digital Party about a past life experience I had at the Edgar Cayce Institute. The piece came out right in time for Halloween and all that bumps in the night. Seriously, going into my past --and who I found there -- was an amazing experience and taught me a lot.

Who were you in a previous life? - Digital Party Want to find out who—or what—you were like before you were, well, you? Try a past life regression therapy session.

Thank you Rona Maynard for your lovely review of Writing That Gets Noticed!

With the sad passing of Matthew Perry
I wanted to share a piece I wrote for WIRED a while ago about the impact of “Friends” on my life.

‘Friends,’ Fleetwood Mac, and the Viral Comfort of Nostalgia If there’s one thing that brings people together now, it’s old shows, old songs, and drinking Ocean Spray Cran-Raspberry juice to a 1977 hit.

Excited to be interviewed for freedom with writing.

https://www.freedomwithwriting.com/freedom/uncategorized/interview-with-editor-author-estelle-erasmus/

“Here is some advice to elicit an editor’s interest.

Write Yourself In. If you stick to listicles or doing roundups, you won’t get the kind of attention to make a name for yourself, so write stories you are passionate about, and if possible, frame it around your own experiences.”

Interview with Editor & Author Estelle Erasmus Estelle Erasmus, former editor of five women’s magazines and author of Writing That Gets Noticed: Find Your Voice, Become a Better Storyteller, Get Published is winner of the 2023 Teaching Excellence Award as a writing professor at New York University. Read her interview here with trained health a...

Resharing this episode in such a fraught time.

Loved speaking with Harris Faulkner.

#41 Harris Faulkner and How Faith Still Moves Mountains - Estelle Erasmus I was so thrilled to sit down with Harris Faulkner to discuss the impact of prayer and her bestselling book Faith Still Moves Mountains. Show Summary In this episode: • How Harris told the stories of others through the power of prayer • The power of prayer to change lives • Learning from other...

I loved speaking with Emily Maloney for Freelance Writing Direct. I first connected with Emily through Facebook. I watched as she traversed through her publishing journey, and quickly got another book deal right after publishing her first, a rare, and exciting situation. I like how she used a mixture of personal, and reported elements to tell her story in essays of the broken medical industry. I worked in the medical education part of the industry in the CME and promotional side for seven years (as I discuss in my book), so I was especially interested in reading about Emily’s journey.

In this episode:

The inspiration behind and evolution of Emily’s book, Cost of Living [2:27]
Emily’s research process to get specific details for her essays [5:43]
Writing about a broken system, and getting feedback from people with opposing views [10:05]
How she details her personal medical experiences [13:17]
The benefit of finding a supportive writing group [22:08]
Her next book [25:15]

#57 Writing About the Medical Industry and The Cost of Living - Estelle Erasmus A conversation with author Emily Maloney

The widespread support of the terrorist organization Hamas on college campuses and throughout the country has now become a U.S. security issue.

Why? Hamas wants the extinction of the Jewish people first (that is in their mission), and America, second (also in their mission).

They don't want women to have rights and they hate LGBTQ+ people.

Don't forget who backs them? Iran.

And where does Iran get their money? Follow the money ...

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Freelance Writing Direct Podcast - Estelle Erasmus Welcome. I’m Estelle Erasmus, a writing coach, NYU adjunct professor, award-winning journalist and author of Writing That Gets Noticed: Find Your Voice, Become a Better Storyteller, Get Published. I’m thrilled to host/produce Freelance Writing Direct. In this short, sound-bite filled podcast, I ...

This is the 2nd excellent piece that Minda Zetlin wrote for Inc. Magazine after interviewing me.

Here's How Smart People Use the Empathy Rule to Make Sure Their Emails Get Read Step 1: Be concise.

A big thank you to Minda Zetlin for writing two articles based on one interview with me for Inc. Magazine. Here is the first! Both are getting a lot of page views!

17 Small Changes That Will Make Your Writing Irresistible, According to an NYU Writing Professor Get right to the point, be specific, and make sure to find your own voice.

Writing That Gets Noticed is back on the Amazon bestseller list in two categories—journalism and authorship! Thank you for your support! Please write a review if you love the book. Writing a review helps the algorithm so more people see the book!

A nice moment during another turbulent week. Writing That Gets Noticed is back on the Amazon bestseller list in 2 categories-journalism and authorship! Thank you for your support.

If you love my book please leave a review. It builds the algorithm and helps get the book in front of more people.

Hey friends! I’m going to be on the Writer’s Bridge on October 24th. Come see me!

Event details and sign-up link here: https://www.pw.org/literary_events/the_writers_bridge_get_noticed_your_words_your_work_yourself_in_the_world_with

It has been a difficult time, so I'm happy to share a joyous episode of Freelance Writing Direct where I spoke with Milda De Voe about Pen Parentis her books, creativity, productivity and parenting, actionable writing tips and more.

https://estelleserasmus.com/55-parenting-and-productivity-with-milda-de-voe/

In this Episode
• What the non-profit organization Pen Parentis offers parents who are writers [3:34]
• Milda’s best tips for staying productive and finding accountability [7:35]
• Actionable tips for finding a writing routine that works best for you [12:14]
• Being a creative person in a relationship and creating priorities [15:20]
• Writing tips for creatives [28:00]

#55 Parenting and Productivity with Milda De Voe - Estelle Erasmus I interview author and Pen Parentis founder Milda De Voe for Freelance Writing Direct

I published this last week.

I Spoke at the Annual Writer's Digest Conference in August - Estelle Erasmus I was a speaker at the Writer's Digest Conference in NYC.

From one of my Writer's Digest students. I love when they share how my guidance is opening them up to new horizons.

"I started this course because I wanted to be able to write my family history with more liveliness than names and dates.

Estelle has listened to my many questions and given me ideas on how to do that with "spirit."

She has also encouraged me to build upon some of my writing assignments and be courageous enough to submit them for possible publication.

I'm 80 years old. Even if I decide not to pursue a writing career at this season of my life, Estelle has opened up a whole new perspective of other avenues to consider."

Today will be my first podcast episode of Freelance Writing Direct with a version just for paid subscribers to my Substack. Don't forget to subscribe.

Estelle Erasmus/Writing That Gets Noticed | Substack How to find your voice, become a better storyteller, get published. Click to read Estelle Erasmus/Writing That Gets Noticed, a Substack publication with thousands of subscribers.

I first met Kevin Carey when he was a guest speaker for my NYU class on Micro Memoir when he spoke about the micro memoir site Molecule. He was so generous with his advice, that I was thrilled to hear that he had a new Middle Grade Fiction book coming out and asked him to speak about the book, poetry, Molecule and more on this program.

I was proud to be a staff reader for the latest issue of Molecule.

In this episode:
• How Kevin came up with the idea of writing Junior Miles and the Junkman [3:13]
• The transition of writing poetry to writing middle grade fiction [6:24]
• Writing compelling characters and taking them on a conflict-filled, dramatic journey [9:58]
• Tips for telling short stories in the literary journal Molecule in 50 words or less [13:27]
• Stealing fact from fiction [29:07]
• Revising and tightening up your writing [31:01]

#53 From Poetry to Middle Grade Fiction to Molecule - Estelle Erasmus A conversation with Kevin Carey on his new middle grade book, poetry and his work on Molecule.

I'm so honored to be announced with the other mentors in the Season 19 AWP Writer to Writer Mentorship Program in the creative nonfiction area.

Association of Writers & Writing Programs AWP provides community, opportunities, ideas, news, and advocacy for writers and teachers of writing.

Estelle Erasmus - Writing That Gets Noticed: Find Your Voice, Become... Writing That Gets Noticed: Find Your Voice, Become a Better Storyteller, Get PublishedSuccessful essayist, columnist, writing instructor, and editor Estelle ...

I wanted to share my latest in my free Editor-on-Call Series for NYU. You can register through the link in my post and hear my conversation with an assigning editor from Shondaland. Also if you subscribe to my newsletter you’ll get my free pitching guide. Comment to let me know if you will be joining!

SEATS ARE LIMITED!

Showing Up for Shondaland-My Latest in my Editor-On-Call Series for NYU - Estelle Erasmus My Editor-on-call Series for NYU has had so many great speakers so far. I’ve had Julia Calderone from The New York Times and I’ve spoken with Allison Klein from The Washington Post. Now, I’m so excited to be in conversation with Derrik Lang, Lifestyles editor of Shondaland. Register for the ev...

I can't be more excited to have the latest episode of Freelance Writing Direct a conversation between me and Claire Dederer, author of Monsters.

In this episode:
• How Claire’s viral article led to her writing her book [2:32]
• Why Claire decided to add a memoiristic approach to this book, rather than just a journalistic approach [8:22]
• The process and structure of Claire’s book [12:32]
• Claire’s opinion on ‘cancel culture’ and how she approaches writing about it [18:58]
• Adding a humanizing element to the book through memoir [29:13]
• The importance of writing with scene [34:29]

https://estelleserasmus.com/a-conversation-with-claire-dederer-about-monsters/

Don't forget to register for my next NYU Editor-on-call series event with Derrik Lang from Shondaland!

Editor on Call: Showing Up for Shondaland In this next installment of our popular “Editor-on-Call” series, Estelle Erasmus talks with Derrik Lang, Lifestyle Editor at Shondaland.

I'm happy to share that I will be at Writer's Digest first ever Mastering Storytelling Virtual Conference on September 23 leading a session on What Makes a Compelling and Effective Story?

"In this presentation, Estelle Erasmus will use examples from great stories, essays, and books and break them down to show what works and why and what makes a road into storytelling that resonates with the reader, and will also offer writing advice from herself and authors she's had on her Freelance Writing Direct podcast. Regardless of genre, this will help any writer with a story to tell."

Sign up here.

https://www.writersonlineworkshops.com/courses/09232023-mastering-storytelling-virtual-conference

I'm happy to share that I will be at Writer's Digest's first ever Mastering Storytelling Virtual Conference on September 23 leading a session on What Makes a Compelling and Effective Story?

"In this presentation, Estelle Erasmus will use examples from great stories, essays, and books and break them down to show what works and why and what makes a road into storytelling that resonates with the reader, and will also offer writing advice from herself and authors she's had on her Freelance Writing Direct podcast. Regardless of genre, this will help any writer with a story to tell."

https://www.writersonlineworkshops.com/courses/09232023-mastering-storytelling-virtual-conference