In this episode of My Simplified Life, host Michelle Glogovac speaks with author Nanda Reddy about her debut novel, A Girl Within A Girl Within A Girl. They discuss the themes of immigration, identity, and trauma, as well as the writing process and the importance of representation in literature. Nanda shares her personal connection to the story and the challenges she faced during her journey to publication, highlighting the collaborative nature of writing and the role of research in crafting her narrative. The conversation concludes with insights into Nanda's future projects and her passion for storytelling.

What We're Talking About...

• Nanda's book explores the complexities of identity and immigration.
• The story reflects real-life issues faced by many immigrants today.
• Writing can be a cathartic process, revealing unexpected truths.
• Representation in literature is crucial for diverse voices.
• The writing process often involves collaboration and feedback.
• Research plays a vital role in creating authentic narratives.
• Nanda's personal experiences influenced her storytelling.
• The journey to publication can be long and challenging.
• Nanda's next book continues to explore important themes.
• The importance of community in the writing process is emphasized.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Book Overview 04:36 Themes of Identity and Immigration 07:10 Writing Process and Personal Connection 10:23 Exploring Difficult Topics 13:28 Representation in Literature 16:25 The Role of Research and Collaboration 19:10 Publishing Journey and Editing Process 22:29 Future Projects and Conclusion 29:27 Introduction to Nanda's Journey 29:27 The Writing Process Behind the Book

Links Mentioned

Nanda Reddy’s Website

http://www.nandareddy.com

Nanda Reddy’s Instagram https://instagram.com/nandareddyauthor

A Girl Within A Girl Within A Girl by Nanda Reddy

https://bookshop.org/a/99223/9798989532513