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In this episode of the What to Read Next Podcast, Laura chats with Danica Nava, debut author of The Truth According to Ember (https://amzn.to/4ccAcst). They discuss Danica's journey to becoming a writer, her inspiration for her novel, and her experiences growing up. They also dive into the importance of diverse stories and representation in romance novels, and Danica shares her book recommendations for listeners.

Danica Nava’s Debut Novel:

• The Truth According to Embers by Danica Nava - https://amzn.to/4ccAcst

Book Recommendations:

• Pride and Protest by Nikki Payne - https://amzn.to/3WPSGKZ
• Sex, Lies, and Sensibility by Nikki Payne - https://amzn.to/4cgOYP7
• The Spoiler by LE Todd https://amzn.to/3AawVN0
• The Bride by Julie Garwood - https://amzn.to/4demMxp
• Assistant to the Villain by Hannah Nicole Maehrer - https://amzn.to/3LUzoOk
• Say You'll Be Mine by Naina Kumar - https://amzn.to/3WWypT5
• Four Weekends and a Funeral by Ellie Palmer- https://amzn.to/46AmRcs
• The Rodeo Queen by Marcella Bell- https://amzn.to/4cg1hej
• The Wildest Ride by Marcella Bell - https://amzn.to/4dvUOgl
• Lizards Hold the Sun by Dani Trujillo - https://amzn.to/3WUEuAo
• When Stars Have Teeth by Dani Trujillo - https://amzn.to/4cbrlaE
• The Kiss Countdown by Etta Easton- https://amzn.to/3M2p2vH
• When I Think of You by Myah Ariels- https://amzn.to/3WSTSx6

Connect with Danica Nava:

• Danica shares her Instagram handle: @danica_nava

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