About this conversation
Ashley Ottesen is an award-winning actress, content creator, and possibly the world's biggest champion of indie authors.
She's compiled over 1,800 indie book recommendations and runs 'Blind Date with a Book' to help readers discover hidden literary gems.
From graduating high school in Shanghai (she speaks Mandarin!) to raising two hockey kids in New York, Ashley lives by her 'where I live now' philosophy.
Two-time Best Actress winner for her role in 'A Love Not Lost,' she's built a community that celebrates creativity, laughter, and independent artists.
In this episode: living around the world, feeding your creative monster, why authenticity + consistency = everything, and how tacos = instant friendship.
