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Amy Suto
Hello! 👋 I’m Amy Suto, a published author and freelance memoir ghostwriter. Subscribe to my newsletter & writing job board here!
Working Remotely in Prague, Czech Republic
We loved working remotely in Prague. Here are our favorite places to eat and tips as digital nomads!
Hollywood is Dead: the Rise of the Creator Economy
Hollywood is dead. But that’s a good thing! Welcome to the Creator Economy. In this post I’ll share with you how to make money traveling the world and making your art.
Working Remotely in New York City
We spent nine days in NYC before starting our Europe trip (I’m writing this from Prague right now!) and it was an action-packed week and a half. Here are some of our favorite spots and travel tips for anyone working remotely as a digital nomad.
3 Ways to Lead a Holistic Creative Life
What does it mean to live a holistic life as a creative? As writers, what can we do to heal and live better, happier lives? Here are some of the habits, books, and recommendations I have for you!
Working Remotely in Peshastin & Leavenworth, Washington
Our remote work quarantine roadtrip 2021 continued as we moved from Galena, IL to Peshastin, WA where we spent another full month — and what an insanely beautiful month it was. Here’s some of our favorite places to eat, hang out, and work!
Welcome to the Future
It’s about time this blog got a facelift. Here’s some updates about these kickin’ new digs and what I’m up to nowadays!
How to Write a Memoir: Be a Detective in Your Own Life
I've written in the past about my overall process for writing memoirs: as a memoir ghostwriter, I do this for a living and love diving into people's stories with them.
3 Tips for Working Remotely as a Freelancer On a Budget
Working remotely has been a huge "secret" to my success, I suppose: I'm happier than I'd ever be if I was stuck in a cubicle with mandated lunch breaks, and being able to experience some lovely places in the US has helped to inspire me in everything I do.
Working Remotely in Nashville, Tennessee
Earlier in January, I wrote a blog post about getting my rheumatoid arthritis diagnosis. Part of what helped me deal with the ups and downs of my health condition (which is getting much better, thankfully!) has been being able to travel and work remotely with friends.
Working Remotely in Galena, Illinois
We've been working on some exciting things lately, including the full redesign of This Here Blog. It's about time -- I've had the same Wordpress template since I was twelve, so we're past due for some changes around here. I'm working with Gertrude Pillena over at Design Kick, a super cool design firm based in Singapore.
Your Bio Sucks: How to Write a Better Bio for Your Website, LinkedIn, Resume, or Whatever
Okay, let me level with you in a way nobody in your life is doing right now: Your short bio/about me blurb? Y'know, that one paragraph or more you use to describe yourself on social media, dating profiles, websites, LinkedIn, whatever? It sucks. But you don't suck. You just suck at writing about yourself. It's okay, I'm here to help you.
How to Write a Witty Blog Post with Search Engine Optimization (SEO) That People Actually Want to Read
I was about twelve years old when my techie computer programming parents turned to me and said, "Amy, we just got you your domain name. It's time to start blogging so you can rank on Google someday." Boy was I lucky to be raised by total nerds.
Pain Clarifies Priorities: Getting My Rheumatoid Arthritis Diagnosis and Creatively Recalibrating
"I can't walk," I struggled to say, lying on an exam room table at USC's health center six years ago as two doctors stood over me. My hip felt like someone had poured gasoline on it and laughed as they lit the match.
So You Wanna Be a Great Writer, Artist, or Musician: How to "Honor the Work" as a Creative
If you've ever seen a video of the art prodigy ZhaoXiaoli, a Beijing-based painter who turns trash into her canvas and tools, it's pretty clear there's an incredible amount of creativity not only in her work, but in how she presents it.
How Much Does Hiring a Memoir Ghostwriter Cost?
Your life story deserves more than a rushed draft or a bargain-bin freelancer. When it comes to memoir ghostwriting, you’re not just paying for words on a page — you’re investing in a legacy.
So, how much does a memoir ghostwriter cost? What should you expect to pay for a writer who can skillfully capture your voice, honor your lived experience, and shape your story into a book that will endure?
Quarantine Nomads: How Freelancers Can Live and Work Remotely and Safely During COVID-19
I spent most of this year quarantined in Los Angeles, sitting at the dinner table with my cat and Zooming with friends over cocktails and societal outrage for five whole months. I've taken COVID pretty seriously, seeing friends only for the occasional masked hike or social distanced hang.
