In this special episode, I am joined by my copyeditor, Sara Israel of Thimble Editorial, to celebrate the release of my latest novel, THE MISS WITHOUT A MISTER! Sara and I discuss the role of families in happily ever afters, the dynamics of power and privilege in Regency England, and how we aim for accuracy in my language for historical romance novels.

00:00 Introduction and Special Guest Announcement

00:45 Meet Sara Israel: The Copy Editor

01:35 Prologue Reading: The Miss Without a Mister

13:40 Sara's Questions: Themes and Tensions

17:56 Exploring Power and Privilege

21:59 Family Dynamics and Lord Preston's Role

23:26 Character Development and Seeds Planted

24:18 Exploring Parental Conflict

26:14 Parenting Choices and Control

27:05 Family Dynamics and Sibling Relationships

30:22 Maturing Love Stories

32:14 Writing Craft and Metaphors

35:22 Historical Language Choices

37:26 Editing Process and Vulnerability

40:16 Fun 'Would You Rather' Questions

42:24 Conclusion and Contact Information

Find out more about Sara Israel and Thimble Editorial at www.thimbleeditorial.com

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