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Today on the What to Read Next Podcast, we're joined by Australian fiction writer Anna Johnston. Anna is the author of The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife (https://amzn.to/3ZrV38z), a heartfelt story about a lonely old man given a second chance at life through a case of mistaken identity. Based in Melbourne, Anna's writing journey is filled with inspiration, emotional depth, and a love for creating uplifting narratives. Join us as we dive into her unique path to becoming an author, her passion for stories about older protagonists, and her top book recommendations.

Episode Highlights:

• Anna Johnston's transition from a medical career to writing fiction.
• The inspiration behind The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife and its heartfelt narrative.
• Anna's visual and emotional writing process.
• The importance of older protagonists in fiction.
• Anna's top book recommendations feature older characters.
• Insights into her novel's themes of loneliness, community, and second chances.

Books Mentioned:

1. The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife by Anna Johnston https://amzn.to/3ZrV38z
2. The Happiest Man on Earth by Eddie Jaku https://amzn.to/3zoSMjR
3. Maureen Fry and the Angel of the North by Rachel Joyce https://amzn.to/3zkptPr
4. The One Hundred Years of Lenni and Margot by Marianne Cronin https://amzn.to/3ZpXEje
5. Honeybee by Craig Silvey https://amzn.to/3MIHJFk
6. All the Lonely People by Mike Gayle https://amzn.to/4e2rVJn

Where to Find Anna Johnston:

• Website: AnnaJohnstonAuthor.com
• Instagram: @annajohnstonauthor
• Facebook: Anna Johnston Author

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