Meet Amy Mccorkle

We recently connected with Amy Mccorkle and have shared our conversation below.

Hi Amy, so happy you were able to devote some time to sharing your thoughts and wisdom with our community. So, we’ve always admired how you have seemingly never let nay-sayers or haters keep you down. Can you talk to us about how to persist despite the negative energy that so often is thrown at folks trying to do something special with their lives?

It’s odd. They say you’re never a hero in your hometown. That is so true for me. I am from Louisville area in Kentucky. It’s like shouting into the wind here. However when I went north to Ohio and west to Vegas and California I earned respect and built a team.

Haters are motivators. And nay sayers just push a button that makes me go for broke.

Remaining creative is my driver, so it is just fuel for my successes.

Let’s take a small detour – maybe you can share a bit about yourself before we dive back into some of the other questions we had for you?

I am a distinguished author, speaker, filmmaker, and mental health advocate, has been inducted into the prestigious International Indie Filmmakers Hall of Fame, Class of 2024 during the Horror Hotel Fest. This honor, bestowed upon her in Cleveland, Ohio, recognizes her remarkable contributions, achievements, and unwavering dedication to the independent film industry and community.

Joining the ranks of Telly and Emmy winners, McCorkle’s induction into the Hall of Fame is a testament to her impactful career and her significant influence on the indie film landscape. As one half of Healing Hands Entertainment and the author of the international Amazon Bestseller “Letters to Daniel,” McCorkle’s journey in the arts is both inspiring and prolific.

With a repertoire that boasts 13 Amazon Bestsellers, 36 published works, over 40 screenplays, and more than 40 films directed and produced, Amy Leigh McCorkle’s creative genius knows no bounds. Her breakout film, “Letters to Daniel,” has not only captivated audiences worldwide but also garnered over 100 film festival awards. Notably, it clinched its first industry-recognized award at the 12th Annual Indie Series Awards for Best Original Song.

McCorkle’s accolades extend beyond filmmaking. She was honored as Writer of the Year in 2021 at AOF’s No Risk Fee Fest and received the Imadjinn Award in 2020 for both Non-Fiction and Paranormal Romance. Her relentless pursuit of excellence and her ability to tell compelling stories have solidified her position as a luminary in the indie film domain.

In addition to her filmmaking prowess, Amy Leigh McCorkle is a dedicated mental health advocate. Through her platform, she speaks to groups about her journey with bipolar disorder, offering hope, healing, and the message that individuals are not alone in their struggles with mental illness. Her book, “Letters to Daniel,” available on all online retailers and as an audiobook in brick-and-mortar stores and libraries, is a poignant testament to her advocacy. The film adaptation is accessible on all streaming platforms, including Amazon Prime, and on DVD.

As McCorkle gears up to release two new projects—a full-length feature film and a TV series set for 2025—her influence in the film industry continues to grow. Her role as the Recovery Unplugged Live Podcast host further underscores her commitment to mental health and recovery, providing a platform for dialogue and support.

There is so much advice out there about all the different skills and qualities folks need to develop in order to succeed in today’s highly competitive environment and often it can feel overwhelming. So, if we had to break it down to just the three that matter most, which three skills or qualities would you focus on?

Resilience, persistence, and creativity.

The journey is long. The journey is hard. Success is all in how you see it. Think marathon, not sprint. Consistent, daily goals will get you there.

To close, maybe we can chat about your parents and what they did that was particularly impactful for you?

They love and support me even during the down times.

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Tracy Lynn
F3 Film Festival
Erik William

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