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Award-Winning Author, Lisa Barr, talks about why her books all contain a unique thread of “art,” including the latest release: Woman On Fire about Nazi-looted art. We talk about the breaking news that actress Sharon Stone has optioned Woman On Fire, and is set to produce and star in the film adaptation, and where Lisa was when she got the incredible news. We talk also about the importance of story-telling during times of tragedy and war - about the importance of story-telling ESPECIALLY during these times.

Award-Winning Author, Lisa Barr, talks about why her books all contain a unique thread of “art,” including the latest release: Woman On Fire about Nazi-looted art. We talk about the breaking news that actress Sharon Stone has optioned Woman On Fire, and is set to produce and star in the film adaptation, and where Lisa was when she got the incredible news. We talk also about the importance of story-telling during times of tragedy and war - about the importance of story-telling ESPECIALLY during these times.

Award-winning Author Audra McElyea talks about her journey to publishing her debut novel - ONE LITTLE WORD. How and why it wasn’t her first book … the surprising way this story’s ending came to be … what Johnny Depp has to do with this book… and last but not least, fun facts for Taylor Swift fans!

USA Today Bestselling Author of seven historical novels, Heather Webb talks about the dream (literally!) that started her writing career, what it’s REALLY like to write with Hazel Gaynor, and what she’d be writing if she wasn’t writing historical fiction. Get the inside scoop about the story that inspired her latest novel, THE NEXT SHIP HOME, and her upcoming projects as well!

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Marie Benedict wrote her first novel at the intersection of law and art, on the side of her high-powered law career. Eventually she left the law and started delving into the stories of overlooked women in history. Marie describes years of experimenting with genre, landing in historical fiction, circling back to what she says she was passionate about as early as middle school, to gain a spot on the coveted NYT bestseller list. Marie’s latest novel, Hidden Genius, tells the story of Rosalind Franklin, the woman whose discovery of the double helix of DNA was stolen by two other male scientists at the time. In this episode, Marie takes us behind the scenes of her research, her passion, and an exciting sneak peek of her next book!

Tory Henwood Hoen took a risk, leaving behind her career as Creative Director of Brand at MM LaFleur to (finally!) pursue her dream of writing a novel. In THE ARC, Tory has created a brilliant, fresh novel that defies genre boundaries. It’s a love story with sci-fi, thriller and satire elements. She talks here about who finally inspired her to take the leap, who she’s most nervous about reading her debut novel, and what parts of the fiction are based on the truth.

A conversation with acclaimed author, Swan Huntley, author of WE COULD BE BEAUTIFUL, THE GODDESSES, and her newest, GETTING CLEAN WITH STEVIE GREEN. Hear why Swan - who has wanted to write a book since childhood - wrote her debut “angrily.” Get the inside scoop on the real life inspiration behind WE COULD BE BEAUTIFUL’S CATHERINE WEST and Swan’s newest protagonist STEVIE GREEN. How Swan’s ghost writing side hustle led to her next novel concept. Oh yeah, and she makes greeting cards too. A don’t miss episode filled with insider dish, humor, and a reminder that we CAN be beautiful even while messy.

In this episode, Hank Phillippi Ryan, talks about the spine-chilling real life inspiration for her newest novel, HER PERFECT LIFE. Hank shares an intimate look at her writing process and personal life, including the special anniversary she shared with husband, Jonathan, each year, and gives us a sneak peek at what’s to come! You won’t want to miss this!

In this episode, Darynda Jones shares her view on why writers (particularly female writers) should never feel guilty for pursuing their writing dreams. Hear how this mega-successful author came up with the idea her newest series and how she first pitched it to her agent. It’s an inside look at how the proverbial “sausage gets made” behind the scenes in the writing world and it just may surprise you to hear the funny way Sunshine Vicram actually got her name! Is this series about to end? Find out in this episode!

In this episode, USA TODAY Bestselling Author, Sonali Dev shares her journey to publishing and how she wasn’t always going to write love stories. She dishes about the clever titles of late and how Jane Austen has influenced more than her writing. And hear what’s up NEXT for this award-winning, bestselling author!