For USA Today bestselling author Ann Garvin, the story often starts with the peccadillo—the thing she's been working on her whole life--and then she has her characters confront it too. The result? Relatable, engaging characters and six books.

In this insightful and lively episode, Author Ann Garvin shares how she builds compelling characters, writes with ADHD, and why empathy is at the heart of every great story. She also dives into how her writing process has evolved throughout her career. If you’re working on a novel—or just love a good story—this is a must-listen!

Find Ann and her books at anngarvin.com.

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