{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/acaaaf98-69c1-4a94-b843-5ea7e3892f66/67b49c5ad7f65bb045a57dca?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Something from the Cellar: Donna Ashworth","description":"<p>This week, we’re revisiting a truly special conversation with the wonderful Donna Ashworth—a poet whose words have offered comfort, hope, and inspiration to so many. In just four years, she has gone from self-publishing her first book to becoming one of the UK’s bestselling poets, amassing a devoted following of nearly half a million readers and topping the Sunday Times bestseller list.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, Donna shares the remarkable story of how she rebuilt her life after losing her family business, turning a lifelong passion for writing into an unexpected career. She reflects on the pivotal moments that led her to self-publish, the unwavering support of her online followers, and the deeply personal themes woven through her work—from navigating grief and mental health, to the magic of finding joy in the everyday.</p><p><br></p><p>Now, she’s just released her seventh book, featuring 70 brand-new poems that add even more depth and beauty to her ever-growing anthology. You can get your copy <a href=\"https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1785307169?ref=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cso_cp_ud_dp_D1QF4S225WSRH6MH1HVM_1&amp;ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cso_cp_ud_dp_D1QF4S225WSRH6MH1HVM_1&amp;social_share=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cso_cp_ud_dp_D1QF4S225WSRH6MH1HVM_1&amp;starsLeft=1&amp;bestFormat=true\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">here</a>!</p><p><br></p><p>For all the latest news, click <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/whitewine_questiontime/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">here</a> to follow us on Instagram!</p><p><br></p><p>***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!***</p>","author_name":"Kate Thornton"}