Reinvention at 84: Margie Seaman on Writing

Is it ever too late to completely reinvent yourself and chase a lifelong dream? Imagine launching a brand-new career as a romance novelist at the age of 84, proving that creativity and ambition have absolutely no expiration date. Welcome to a new season of the award-winning Hill Country Authors Podcast, sponsored by Stoney Creek Publishing. In this episode, host Tom Fox sits down with the extraordinary Margie Seaman. After a successful 40-year marketing and training career at the iconic Foley’s Department Stores beginning in 1968, Margie transitioned into the literary world. Today, she joins us to discuss resilience, reinvention, and her captivating romance novel series. Key Themes and Insights Explored: • Romance, History, and Humor: Margie breaks down her romance series, including Someday Belongs to Us and Someday Is Our Horizon. She explains her unique "book within a book" structure—blending a 72-year-old writer protagonist with an 18th-century pirate storyline and a Panama Canal cruise—all while keeping the content family-appropriate, deeply researched, and witty. • The Creative Process & Technology: Learn how Margie channeled age-based confidence to overcome fear. She shares her nocturnal, movie-like writing process and her embrace of modern technology, offering her perspective on AI as a useful tool that ultimately lacks human emotion and "soul." • The Legacy of Foley's & Publishing: Margie reflects on the cultural and civic impact of Foley’s Department Stores in Houston, how the retail landscape shifted after major mergers, and her rewarding collaboration with publisher Loren Steffy at Stoney Creek Publishing. • What's Next: Get an exclusive sneak peek into Margie’s forthcoming AI-themed novel and find out where you can buy her books online. Connect & Support the Podcast • If you are inspired by Margie’s incredible journey and want to support local storytelling, please take a moment to engage with our channel! • Subscribe to the channel for more inspiring interviews with Texas Hill Country authors. • Like this video and Comment below: What is a dream or hobby you’ve been waiting for the "perfect time" to pursue? • Share this video with someone who needs a reminder that it is never too late to start fresh. Resources: • Margie Seaman on Stoney Creek Publishing: https://stoneycreekpublishing.com/aut... • Someday is Our Horizon: https://stoneycreekpublishing.com/boo... • Someday Belongs To Us: https://stoneycreekpublishing.com/boo... Social Media • Margie Seaman Website: https://www.margieseaman.com/ • Facebook:   / 61556075230056   • LinkedIn:   / margie-seaman-43093944   • Instagram:   / authormargies   • Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Margie-... #HillCountryAuthors #AuthorInterview #LateBloomingAuthor #RomanceNovels #StoneyCreekPublishing