Story Magic has helped me hone my writing craft. I value and appreciate the short-form master classes and the resources Emily and Rachel offer.

It’s honestly wild how often the episodes line up perfectly with what I’m going through or what I’ve been thinking about as a writer. It feels like Rachel and Emily are in my head—in the best way. One of my favorite things about the show is how intentional they are about involving their community. They ask for topic suggestions and really listen, which makes the podcast feel like a conversation rather than a lecture. Their episodes always feel timely, grounded, and incredibly relevant. Plus, Rachel and Emily just get it. They’re relatable, encouraging, and somehow make even the most intimidating parts of writing feel manageable. I always walk away feeling like, “Okay, I can do this.”

Fun, informative, and perfectly pairs mindset with craft!

This podcast has been SO helpful to my writing process! Emily

This podcast is amazing! I love how Rachel and Emily breakdown hard to understand concepts about writing a story so they are easy to understand and implement. They take the theory of craft to the next level. All the talk about mindset shifts have made such a lasting impact on my writing life. Highly recommend!!

Rachel and Emily are so down to earth and “in the weeds” with us as writers! The episodes are so helpful for mindset, actual fiction craft, the business of writing and more. I listen to every episode and get so much out of it!

This podcast has been a game changer for me and my entire writing life. I found out about it when I joined your email list and started binging episodes when I was deciding whether or not to join the Tenacious Writing community (spoiler alert: I did and everyone else should, too!) The weekly lessons about craft are great, but it’s the mindset reminders and the anti-hustle framework that make this truly spectacular. I love hearing your very real journeys, the ups and downs, the relentless pursuit of dropping perfectionism, all in the friendly, authentic, and approachable vibe you both present. I often find myself sending episodes to my non-writer friends just because the life advice is so good! 1000% recommend!

I don’t remember how I found the link to your email list but it’s been so helpful, and I was only a casual reader! From it, I knew when you launched the podcast and immediately followed. This is a masterclass and so entertaining. I haven’t been listening for a while because I got caught up with life, but I appreciate how consistent you are. It’s a reassurance in many ways. Thank you for your good work

This podcast is fantastic! Emily and Rachel have a wonderful way of breaking down the complex process of writing a book into smaller, more actionable chunks. They also have a great dynamic and it’s fun to listen to them chat about writing. Highly recommend!

I’m so happy Golden May decided to put out a podcast. They have a way of explaining craft concepts that are clear and easy to grasp. I have a folder I created on my computer titled GoldenMay and in it is all their wonderful newsletters and blog posts on writing that I wanted to keep in one place. I refer back to these pieces often. How great would it be for them to put out a book next? 😉

Love this podcast! It’s so fun and informative and the dynamic between Emily and Rachel is awesome. It feels like they’re just chatting with me!

Absolutely brilliant. I look forward to each new episode!

I’ve listened to the first three episodes and have enjoyed listening to the real-life experiences of being a writer and how to get over the mindset that is holding you back. Entertaining, informative, therapeutic, and fun. I would definitely recommend this podcast to any writer, published or unpublished, for some real talk about writing.

I am loving this podcast! Emily and Rachel are dynamic hosts that break down craft topics into actionable advice. I’m learning a lot and applying it to my own writing as I go. Thanks for a great podcast!

I'm really looking forward to this podcast. It took me FOREVER to get through your interview with Emma Dhesi earlier this month because I kept hitting pause so I could write down your tips!