Kira Hartley on Arthritis, Creative Pivots, and Finding Joy in Country Life

In this episode of Wisdom on the Front Porch, LS Kirkpatrick talks with Kira Hartley about book formatting frustrations, publishing support, and the many projects she is juggling. Kira shares how severe arthritis, inflammation, and debt shaped her routines, along with the habits that helped her become debt free and avoid financial traps. They also discuss focusing on one writing project at a time, thrift store adventures, Rocky Horror costumes, AI-assisted art, fabric reuse, and selling books through word of mouth and community groups. The conversation closes with simple self-care, time outdoors, country living, and making space for joy.