In this episode of My Simplified Life, host Michelle Glogovac speaks with author Leslie Rasmussen about her book, The Stories We Cannot Tell, which addresses the often-taboo subjects of miscarriage, infertility and a woman's right to choose. They discuss the importance of sharing personal stories to foster connection and support among women. Leslie shares her journey from TV writing to novel writing, highlighting the differences in the creative process and the impact of the political climate on women's narratives. The conversation also touches on Leslie's upcoming projects and the emotional weight of the stories she tells.

What We Talk About...

• We need to talk more and share our stories.
• These experiences are not unique to individual women.
• It's important to have compassion for others' choices.
• Sharing stories can help others feel less alone.
• The creative process in writing novels is very different from TV writing.
• Political climate influences how women's stories are told.
• Leslie's journey reflects the importance of storytelling.
• Women often feel embarrassed about their experiences.
• The author community is supportive and collaborative.
• Writing about difficult topics can lead to healing.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background 02:58 Exploring 'The Stories We Cannot Tell' 06:09 Personal Experiences with Pregnancy and Loss 09:02 Transitioning from TV Writing to Novel Writing 11:57 The Evolution of Humor in Television 14:53 The Writing Process: Collaboration vs. Solitude 18:02 Upcoming Projects and Themes in Writing 21:11 The Importance of Sharing Women's Stories 24:05 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Links Mentioned

Leslie Rasmussen's Website

https://www.lesliearasmussen.com

The Stories We Cannot Tell by Leslie Rasmussen

https://bookshop.org/a/99223/9798988971214 

Leslie Rasmussen's Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lesliearasmussenauthor

Leslie Rasmussen's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/leslierauthor