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As an English, Theatre, and Speech and Debate Teacher, I've got issues and thoughts on issues. My students call them my "rants". Everyone has their soapboxes, their certainties/beliefs, and each voice is important and should be heard! So, let's Rant together!

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Roundy's Rants, Raves and Reviews

Fiction and Reality: Conversations with Chandler on Mental Health and Writing

August 28, 2025 • Tanya Harris Roundy • Season 1 • Episode 5

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Welcome to Roundy's, Rants, Raves, and Reviews! In this episode, we sit down with Chandler, a romance and fantasy author, to discuss her journey, creative process, and the inspiration behind her books. Chandler shares her experiences with mental health, the significance of relatable characters, and the challenges she's faced with publishing. Tune in for an engaging conversation about writing, personal growth, and finding joy in storytelling. Follow Chandler on Instagram and Facebook @theauthormommy for updates and events. Don't miss this insightful and inspiring episode!

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:21 Meet Chandler: Family and Celebrations
02:20 Chandler's Writing Journey
02:28 Books and Characters
06:35 Inspiration and Mental Health Themes
14:15 Fun Facts and Personal Touches
16:50 Where to Find Chandler
17:57 Conclusion and Farewell

Chandler R. Williamson lives in the shadows of the Rocky
Mountains in Utah with her husband, Ryan, two kids, Garrett and
Maggie, two cats, a beagle, two bunnies and lots of stuffed penguins. She’s been writing since 2006 as an eleven-year-old and has loved every second. Her first published work was published in 2019. Her favorite things to do outside of writing are spending time with her little family, drawing, selling her books at local art markets, playing Taylor Swift songs on the guitar, and
practicing archery.
Website: https://theauthormommy.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theauthormommy
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theauthormommy