NEWS
Thanks to everyone who is helping to get my Brave(ish) message of hope and humor into the world!
I love co-creating in-depth conversations (and funny ones, too) . . . inspiring others to travel (the world – and their own hero/ines’ journeys) . . . helping humans to share their lives (and write their stories, memoirs, and solo shows.)
Please let me know how I may be of service!
RECOGNITION
Gilda Award Silver Winner
Nominated memoirs are “Distinguished by their fresh voices, their honesty, and their authenticity. They make us laugh (even when we want to cry).”
The Gilda is from Story Circle Network, honoring late comedian Gilda Radner.
Newcity’s Lit 50: “Who Really Books in Chicago 2020”
The Moth: two-time StorySLAM winner
PUBLISHED IN
The New York Times- Tiny Love Story
“He Knows Better by Now — A Memory Mea Culpa”
Online version published Dec 27, 2022; Printed version published Jan 1, 2023.
Kitchen Table Stories 2022: Sharing Our Lives in Food - Cookie-Close
Cookie-Close” essay published in Story Circle Network’s Kitchen Table Stories 2022
Thrive Global
FEATURED IN
Bookstagrammers Including
Adventures In Nonsense
When I first started reading Brave(ish), I (incorrectly) assumed that this would be another book written by someone entitled about how hard their life was as they traveled the world in luxury. I was wrong . . . I connected with Margaret and was severely invested in her journey. I cried with her as she said goodbye to both of her parents, cheered her on as she shared her stories on stage in front of strangers, and gave a resounding ‘Yasssss girl’ as she took steps to say yes to herself . . . I seriously can’t stop talking about this book . . . If you’re looking for a nonfiction read, you should definitely pick this one up.
Bites Books Brews
I’m also adoring Brave(ish) and want to just bunker down with the last half, because I’m just so fascinated by her experiences and want to learn more.
Down The Book Jar
I got to read quite a few advanced reader copies of books this year. Some, I really enjoyed. Other, not so much. Brave(ish) was definitely one of my favorites . . . I can relate to Margaret so much . . .
Gen Twenty
. . . we love to share some new release titles that are coming out in the self-development and career space. Here are book new books to read . . . that have caught my eye!
#1: Brave(ish).
Hungry Book Club
So lucky to have read this advanced copy of Brave(ish) . . . A must read as soon as it’s available.
Reading Nook Reviews
. . . a well-written memoir with such a personal tone, it feels like talking to a friend.
The Hopeful Wanderer
Light and expressive, Brave(ish) would be perfect read for a book club or for anyone looking to escape into someone else’s life.
What Alyssa Reads
Ghielmetti comes across as very authentic and real, and has a great voice for storytelling. She is skilled at combining humor with the powerful feelings of loneliness she felt as she adjusted to life in new countries.
BOOKSTORES
Women & Children First
Chicago – Book Launch – October 1, 2020
City Lit Books
Chicago – Book Conversation – October 22, 2020
“The memoir balances lighthearted and emotionally charged stories. Drawing on the beauty and idiosyncrasies of places all around the world, Brave(ish) is a compelling memoir that tackles its life’s challenges in a nonjudgmental, loving fashion.”
OTHER APPEARANCES
Story Sessions Live Lit – May 15, 2022
The ReWrite with Deanna Moffitt – 2022
West Loop Book Group – April 7, 2022
Hybrid Publishing Zoom Presentation – April 4, 2022
To Your Greatness podcast – March 21, 2022
Let’s Just Read (Chicago Writers Association) – March 20, 2022
Holding the Fort – January 19, 2022
National Storytelling Network “Tellabration” – November 21, 2021
Badger: Canadian Salon of Storytelling & Inspiration – November 18, 2021
Waldhaus Hotel Sils-Maria, Switzerland: Author Event – July 14, 2021
WomanScape Sipping on Stories – February 11, 2021
American International Women’s Club of Geneva – February 5, 2021
In Conversation Master Class with Jo Parfitt – February 4, 2021
International Women’s Club – Lausanne – January 15, 2021
WomanScape “Live in the Shed” – November 4, 2020
International Women Associates – Chicago – October 29, 2020
ACET-VEEDA (Assn. of Spouses and Partners of Transferrable…Personnel) – October 20, 2020
Big Blend Radio – October 9, 2020
Women Writers, Women’s Books “Published Authors Share their Best Writing Advice” – October 3, 2020
International Women’s Club – Lausanne: Online Facebook Interview – August 2020
Woman Scape Magazine Artist Profile by Yara Zgheib, Volume 7 – 2020
UPCOMING
Expat Nest Blog – January 2023
Expat Nest Guest Blog Post: “When Old Rules and Roles No Longer Serve Us” – January 24, 2023
The Expat Partner Coach – Linda Mueller on Clubhouse – March 2, 2023