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Before I Am Erased: Cheril N. Clarke on Aging Boldly, Storytelling, and the Power of Reinvention

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In this heartfelt and empowering episode of the Mature Allure Podcast, host Sherri O. welcomes back acclaimed author and executive ghostwriter Cheril N. Clarke for a deep dive into her newest novel, Before I Am Erased, part of her acclaimed Keyhole Chronicles series.

The novel follows a 64-year-old Ethiopian-American woman living with Parkinson’s who refuses to be silenced or erased by age, illness, or society’s expectations. With wit, honesty, and emotional depth, Cheril explores sisterhood, resilience, and the many ways women continue to reinvent themselves in midlife and beyond.

Special Feature:
Cheril reads Chapter One of Before I Am Erased, giving listeners a front-row seat to her captivating storytelling. This excerpt introduces the novel’s heroine and her close-knit circle of friends, offering a vivid glimpse into the book’s themes of courage, humor, and the unbreakable bond of sisterhood.

In This Episode:

  • How Cheril created a 64-year-old protagonist who challenges stereotypes about aging women

  • The inspiration behind Before I Am Erased and The Keyhole Chronicles universe

  • Why it’s vital to write fully realized, mature female characters

  • The joy of sisterhood, friendship, and second chances in midlife

  • A live reading from Before I Am Erased — a sneak peek you won’t want to miss

🎧 Tune in to hear how Cheril’s storytelling celebrates visibility, vitality, and reinvention at every age.

📚 Learn more about Cheril’s books and writing at CherilNClarke.com and on Amazon.

Learn more about Sherri O.:

Website: https://matureallure.net/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/4matureallure/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mature.allure

Instagram: @mature.allure

Don’t forget to subscribe to the Mature Allure podcast for more inspiring stories and discussions on self-love and empowerment. For feedback, questions, or suggestions for future episodes, reach out to us through our website or social media channels. We’d love to hear from you!


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Manage episode 516124020 series 3476608
Content provided by Sherri Oliver and Sherri O.. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Sherri Oliver and Sherri O. or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

In this heartfelt and empowering episode of the Mature Allure Podcast, host Sherri O. welcomes back acclaimed author and executive ghostwriter Cheril N. Clarke for a deep dive into her newest novel, Before I Am Erased, part of her acclaimed Keyhole Chronicles series.

The novel follows a 64-year-old Ethiopian-American woman living with Parkinson’s who refuses to be silenced or erased by age, illness, or society’s expectations. With wit, honesty, and emotional depth, Cheril explores sisterhood, resilience, and the many ways women continue to reinvent themselves in midlife and beyond.

Special Feature:
Cheril reads Chapter One of Before I Am Erased, giving listeners a front-row seat to her captivating storytelling. This excerpt introduces the novel’s heroine and her close-knit circle of friends, offering a vivid glimpse into the book’s themes of courage, humor, and the unbreakable bond of sisterhood.

In This Episode:

  • How Cheril created a 64-year-old protagonist who challenges stereotypes about aging women

  • The inspiration behind Before I Am Erased and The Keyhole Chronicles universe

  • Why it’s vital to write fully realized, mature female characters

  • The joy of sisterhood, friendship, and second chances in midlife

  • A live reading from Before I Am Erased — a sneak peek you won’t want to miss

🎧 Tune in to hear how Cheril’s storytelling celebrates visibility, vitality, and reinvention at every age.

📚 Learn more about Cheril’s books and writing at CherilNClarke.com and on Amazon.

Learn more about Sherri O.:

Website: https://matureallure.net/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/4matureallure/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mature.allure

Instagram: @mature.allure

Don’t forget to subscribe to the Mature Allure podcast for more inspiring stories and discussions on self-love and empowerment. For feedback, questions, or suggestions for future episodes, reach out to us through our website or social media channels. We’d love to hear from you!


Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

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