Conversations with Seven Sisters
A podcast for the Seven Sisters Alum community to share their stories, experiences, and wisdom. Hosted by Jennifer Pollock McNally, founder of the Seven Sisters Alum Association and a graduate of Smith College, who talks with a different alum each episode covering their careers, lives, and how the Seven Sister experience has impacted them. Stay tuned for fascinating conversations full of stories and advice from the Seven Sisters Alum Association.
Conversations with Seven Sisters
Unlikely Path From Lawyer to Children's Book Author with Robin Newman
This week on Conversations with Seven Sisters, Jen speaks with Robin Newman a children's book author and Bryn Mawr Alum. They discuss her time at Bryn Mawr and her career. Robin shares her experiences studying abroad in France, working as a paralegal, and eventually finding her passion for writing through children's literature. They talk about the importance of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators for aspiring writers, her journey to find an agent, and the process of bringing a book to publication.
The episode provides a deep dive into Robin's nonlinear career path and offers inspiration for those looking to pursue writing.
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