Meet bestselling author Rochelle Weinstein in this episode of Author Express as she shares her heart-stirring journey from the world of music in Los Angeles to becoming a full-time novelist in Miami. Discover the real-life inspiration behind her latest novel, We Are Made of Stars, likened to "Virgin River meets White Lotus," and hear what makes her settings and characters so unforgettable. As host Kristi Leonard explores topics like writing process evolution, balancing emotion with entertainment, and the meaning of literary success, listeners get insider tips and encouragement for their own creative paths. Real connections, a behind-the-scenes peek at character creation, and a glimpse into the world of women's fiction await—tune in for thoughtful insights and inspiration for writers, readers, and dreamers alike.

Rochelle B. Weinstein is the USA Today and Amazon bestselling author of seven novels. A former entertainment industry executive, she splits her time between South Florida and the mountains of North Carolina. Rochelle is the monthly book contributor for Miami's AQUA Magazine and literary salon Women Writers, Women's Books. She also teaches publishing workshops at Nova Southeastern University’s Alvin Sherman Library. Rochelle loves connecting with readers through her newsletter.

Connect with Rochelle:

Website- rochelle.myflodesk.com

Instagram - @rochellebweinstein

Facebook - rochelle.b.weinstein

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A little about today's host-

Kristi Leonard is a modern Renaissance woman deeply rooted in the book world. When she's not immersed in crafting novels, she's orchestrating writing retreats through her business, Writers in the Wild, or lending her voice to non-fiction audiobooks. She leads the Women’s Fiction Writers Association as the president of the board, and interviews her writer pals as one of the hosts of the Author Express Podcast. She will start querying her first book in 2024.

Beyond the realm of words, Kristi embraces the Florida sunshine by hiking with her writer-hiker group and leisurely walks on the beach. She and her husband juggle a couple side businesses and take turns sharing the couch with their goofy Golden-doodle, Maddie. Kristi enjoys travel adventures with her twin sister and living vicariously through her grown children. You can learn more about her and connect at: https://linktr.ee/kristileonard.

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