The Reader's Couch

Ep. 222 Begin Again by Helly Acton


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Begin Again follows Frankie McKenzie, who, after a freak accident, finds herself in an otherworldly Station where she can revisit key moments in her past to explore alternate life paths. Victoria and Heli discuss the book's themes, the inspiration behind the Station, and the idea of life's pivotal crossroads. They also play a fun time travel game and delve into Heli's previous works, 'The Shelf' and 'The Couple.' Heli shares her writing journey, advice for her younger self, and a glimpse into her current project focused on motherhood. They also touch on favorite reads and the charm of indie bookstores. The episode wraps up by encouraging readers to reflect on their own life choices and to be content with their journey.

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