Mary Carroll Moore is the author of the newly released novel A Woman's Guide to Search and Rescue. The book tells the story of two estranged sisters who are forced to reunite under perilous circumstances and become heroes in their own right.

What we’re talking about

• Pursuing your passions can lead to unexpected and fulfilling life paths.

• Even in the world of thrillers, character development, and relationships are just as important as the plot.

• External validation can transform how you view yourself and your work.

Pursuing your passions can lead to unexpected and fulfilling life paths.

Mary Carroll Moore's life journey took her from painting to cooking to writing fiction. She followed her passions and found success, even when it wasn't what she originally intended. Her story is a reminder to pursue what you love and see where it takes you.

Even in the world of thrillers, character development, and relationships are just as important as the plot.

Mary’s novel is a literary thriller that combines elements of a suspenseful plot with a focus on character development and relationships. Mary was passionate about women pilots but had to learn how to write a thriller plot. She found that the core of her story was the relationship between the two sisters and was able to create a novel that combined both aspects successfully.

External validation can transform how you view yourself and your work.

Mary’s book received critical acclaim before its publication, and this external validation transformed how she viewed herself as a writer. She no longer saw herself as a food journalist trying to write a novel but as a novelist. This external validation can be a powerful motivator and give us the confidence to pursue our passions and take risks.

Overall, this episode is a great reminder to pursue what you love, combine your passions, and not be afraid to take risks and try something new.

 

LINKS MENTIONED

 

https://www.marycarrollmoore.com/

https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/books/1143904200?ean=9798987531709

https://bookshop.org/p/books/a-woman-s-guide-to-search-rescue-mary-carroll-moore/20344224?ean=9798987531709

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