In this episode of the Fresh Fiction Book Club Podcast, host Samantha Tee delves into the writing career of New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Estep. They discuss Jennifer's journey from her initial inspiration to become a writer, her various book series, and her explorations of different genres—from superheroes and assassins to young adult fantasy and sci-fi. 

This episode of the Fresh Fiction Podcast features an engaging interview with author Emma Barry, promoting her new book BAD REPUTATION. Barry shares her journey into writing romance, influenced by favorites like LORD OF SCOUNDRELS. She discusses her 'Fly Me to the Moon' series, inspired by the 1960s Space Race, and the collaborative process to ensure scientific accuracy. The conversation explores writing characters with unique professions, particularly in STEM, and the creation of BAD REPUTATION, centered on an intimacy coordinator and a former typecast actor. 

Balancing realism with storytelling, Barry touches upon toxic celebrity culture's impact and advocating for older protagonists. The interview highlights Barry's transition from teaching drama to Hollywood, emphasizing character development and research. It also covers personal anecdotes, from unwinding after writing marathons to time travel fantasies. The discussion wraps up with a look at Barry's forthcoming book BOLD MOVES, about a showrunner and his ex-girlfriend adapting her memoir for TV, and her aspirations to learn French. 

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Join us for an interview with Zoje Stage, USA Today and internationally best selling author of BABY TEETH and DEAR HANNA.  Samantha T finds out more about the backstory and Zoje's plans for future books. 

Listen to our interview with Linda Hurtado Bond, author of romantic suspense and thrillers. Her latest is set in Cuba, an adventure for 48 hours you won't want to miss.

Join us for an exclusive interview with New York Times bestselling author Rhys Bowen as we dive into her latest novel, The Rose Arbor. Known for her beloved mystery series and captivating historical fiction, Rhys has enthralled readers worldwide, selling over 10 million copies in multiple languages. In this episode, we explore the inspiration behind her new standalone novel, her writing process, and how she keeps her many successful series straight. Don’t miss this fascinating conversation with a literary legend. Tune in to discover what makes Rhys Bowen a master storyteller!

In this episode, we sit down with Zen Cho, the acclaimed author of The Friend Zone Experiment. Join us for an engaging discussion as Zen dives into the inspiration behind her latest contemporary romance, set in London’s vibrant East and Southeast Asian community. We’ll explore her writing journey, her unique blend of romance and fantasy, and the challenges of balancing life as a lawyer and an award-winning author. Don’t miss this lively conversation!

Tune in and discover why Zen Cho’s storytelling is captivating readers worldwide.

This week, we're chatting with Jessica Joyce, author of THE EX VOWS. Join us for a lively conversation about romance with Jessica!

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Jessica Joyce lives happily-ever-ongoing with her husband and son in the Bay Area. When she’s not writing character-driven, realistic and relatable tales of millennials who are just Doing Their Best while falling in love, you can find her listening to one of her dozens of chaotically curated Spotify playlists, trying out a new skincare face mask, crying over cute animal TikToks, or watching the 2005 version of Pride & Prejudice.

Join us every week on Zoom for the Fresh Fiction Video Book Club from the comfort of your home. This online version of our in-person book club is the perfect way to stay connected (no matter the distance) each week with your reader friends. It's easy to sign up. Just create a Zoom.us account, download the app to your computer or device, and sit back with a snack while you chat with friends and a special guest author. If you missed a bookclub, you can find our videos of the interview on YouTube. 

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