Female-Driven Stories That Win Aw...

Female-Driven Stories That Win Awards with Kay Oliver

Milestone Moments in Business & Leadership di Sheila Slick
S2
29 apr 2026
17:41

Note sull'episodio

What does it take to walk away from Hollywood, survive a cancer diagnosis, and build a literary career on your own terms?

Kay Oliver is a dynamic storyteller with over three decades in entertainment, spanning studios, TV stations, and film production. Armed with degrees in radio, TV, film, and an MBA, she made a bold decision to leave it all behind and prove that female-centric stories could not only sell, but win awards.

And win she did. Her debut novel alone earned four literary awards. Now on her 15th book and named Fiction Author of the Year, Kay is just getting started.

In this episode, Kay pulls back the curtain on what Hollywood never told her about storytelling, why female-driven stories get dismissed before they ever get a chance, and the unconventional writing process that keeps readers coming back for more. Listen in to learn more about writing strong female characters, self-publishing strategies, and breaking barriers in the entertainment industry.

To connect with Kay Oliver, visit kayaoliver.com

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