Ever wondered what drives an editor to help share an author's most personal stories? In this episode of the Meet the Author Podcast, host Rachelle Bryant sits down with James Bryant and Ashley Elizabeth Packard, the editors of the groundbreaking anthology: "Rising Relentlessly: A Cannabis Collection of Eleven Breakthrough Stories."
We’re peeling back the layers of their journey and discussing the pivotal moments that inspired them. If you’ve ever wanted to hear the true "story behind the story," don't miss this exclusive interview.
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👋 Meet James Bryant
James Bryant wears many hats: husband, father, author, editor, educator, and advocate, but at the heart of everything he does is a deep respect for the individual voice. Based in the rural mountains of Colorado, he brings over 25 years of experience in adult education and editing, working across memoirs, short stories, non-fiction, and anthologies. Through Wildly Free Publishing, James is dedicated to ensuring every author feels seen, supported, and truly heard throughout the storytelling process.
Shaped by his personal journey from canna-skeptic to an advocate for self-directed health, James’s work is grounded in curiosity, discernment, and empowerment. He believes it’s okay to question, to explore, and to take ownership of your health and story, especially if you don’t fit neatly into traditional systems. A lifelong reader who has devoured over 4,000 books and a passionate musician inspired by mountain living, James blends intellect, creativity, and compassion into everything he does.
Learn more at www.wildlyfreepublishing.com or connect with him at james@wildlyfreellc.com.
👋 Meet Ashley Elizabeth Packard!
Ashley Elizabeth Packard helps people recognize their voice and value, and choose forward-moving action, even when self-doubt is loud.
An author, educator, editor, and coach, Ashley Elizabeth works with driven teens and adults who are ready to leave behind limiting beliefs and perfectionism and claim their momentum. With nearly two decades in education, she brings structure, encouragement, and clarity to people who want to create meaningful change without losing themselves in the process.
Ashley Elizabeth is a published author and contributor to multiple collaborative works, including Rooted to Rise and Rising Relentlessly, and is deeply involved in community-centered publishing and storytelling through Wildly Free Publishing. Writing is both a practice and a pathway in her work, helping people name what matters and move toward it with intention.
Her work is grounded in integrative practices that align mind and body, helping people stay regulated, present, and capable of choosing forward motion.
Her work invites people to stop waiting for permission and start choosing something better.
https://choosesomethingbetter.com/.
📖 About the Book: "Rising Relentlessly"
Eleven voices. Eleven powerful stories. One shared truth.
Rising Relentlessly features nine women and two men who refused to remain silent. Through raw honesty and vulnerability, these authors share how cannabis supported them through life’s complexities—reclaiming their identities and finding healing outside the lines of traditional scripts.
This isn't just a book about cannabis; it’s a masterclass in:
Agency: Reclaiming your personal narrative.
Resilience: Rising again despite judgment or fear.
Advocacy: Turning personal healing into a purpose for others.
Whether you are canna-curious or simply searching for stories that challenge stigma, this collection invites you to reconsider what is possible when you stop waiting for permission to heal.
🚀 Coming April 2026
Rising Relentlessly is currently in its pre-launch phase! ✨ Be the first to know when it drops: https://www.wildlyfreepublishing.com
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