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Ep 235: Nancy Reddy on Dismantling The Good Mother Myth

January 21, 2025January 12, 2025Posted in History, Research, WritingTagged author, PodcastLeave a comment

This week my guest is Nancy Reddy, author of The Good Mother Myth: Unlearning Our Bad Ideas About How to Be a Good Mom.

Timely and thought-provoking, Nancy Reddy unpacks and debunks the bad ideas that have for too long defined what it means to be a “good” mom.

“Reddy cracks open everything we take for granted about motherhood and shows us the facts are mere mythology and the ‘science’ is shoddy. This book is a gift to all mothers. With beautiful prose, Reddy wipes the slate clean and gives moms permission to forge their own parenting path.” – Minna Dubin, author of Mom Rage

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About the Author:

Nancy Reddy is the author of The Good Mother Myth. Her previous books include the poetry collections Pocket Universe and Double Jinx, a winner of the National Poetry Series. With Emily Pérez, she’s co-editor of The Long Devotion: Poets Writing Motherhood. Her essays have appeared in Slate, Poets & Writers, Romper, The Millions, and elsewhere. The recipient of grants from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts and the Sustainable Arts Foundation and a Walter E. Dakin Fellowship from the Sewanee Writers’ Conference, she teaches writing at Stockton University and writes the newsletter Write More, Be Less Careful. Learn more: nancyreddy.com

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Ep. 234: Tracey Lange on Crafting Compelling Families

January 14, 2025January 11, 2025Posted in Reading Life, WritingTagged author, PodcastLeave a comment

This week my guest is New York Times bestselling author Tracey Lange, author of What Happened to the McCrays?, a poignant story about the resilience of family, the importance of community, and the magic of middle school hockey.

Full of love and hope, What Happened to the McCrays? takes an intimate look at both sides of a failed marriage and two people who must finally confront the awful pain of their past or risk being consumed by it.

“The novel’s emotional range is impressive, particularly the slow-burn rekindling between its two leads, and snowy, close-knit Potsdam comes to life. Readers in search of a perceptive and rewarding family drama need look no further.”—Publishers Weekly

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About the Author:

Tracey Lange was born and raised in New York City. She graduated from the University of New Mexico with a degree in psychology before owning and operating a behavioral healthcare company with her husband for fifteen years. She completed the Stanford University online novel writing program, and is the author of We Are the Brennans and The Connellys of County Down. She currently lives in Bend, Oregon with her husband, two sons, and beloved German Shepherd. Learn more: traceylange.com

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Ep. 233: Rebecca J. Sanford on the True Stories Behind The Disappeared

January 7, 2025January 1, 2025Posted in History, Research, WritingTagged author, PodcastLeave a comment

This week my guest is Rebecca J. Sanford, author of The Disappeared, a dazzling historical tale of one woman’s fight for survival, a grandmother’s search for her child and grandchild, and an adoptee’s journey of self-discovery.

Seamlessly moving from 1970s Buenos Aires (at the heart of the Dirty War) to early 2000s New York, Rebecca creates a delicate portrait of the consequences of war and the power of women’s resistance.

“Written in spare yet wonderfully evocative prose, The Disappeared captures the brutal realities of a shared buried history, one that we can now never afford to forget. Rebecca J. Sanford is a gifted novelist, and I highly recommend this deeply compelling and important book.”

— “Andre Dubus III, New York Times bestselling author of House of Sand and Fog”

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About the Author:

Rebecca J. Sanford is the author of The Disappeared, recipient of the Women’s Fiction Writers Association Rising Star Award. She received her MA in international affairs from the New School in New York City. Originally from New York, Rebecca now lives in Florida with her family. Learn more: rebeccajsanford.com

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Ep. 232: Megan Tady Whisks Us Away to a Dreamy Swiss Village in Bluebird Day

December 30, 2024December 10, 2024Posted in Holiday, Romance, WritingTagged author, PodcastLeave a comment

Today Megan Tady is back with us to discuss her new hilarious and heartwarming new novel from Zibby Books, Bluebird Day -about a mother-daughter celebrity skiing duo who must learn to manage the bumps in their own estranged relationship when an avalanche in a dreamy Swiss village forces them together.

“Bluebird Day is the ideal read for anyone looking for a fast-paced, lighthearted novel you could enjoy equally beside a crackling fire or at the beach. Tady delivers a cozy tale with layers as numerous as midseason snowpack.”
–BookPage

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About the Author:

Megan Tady, a journalist and editor, is the author of Super Bloom. She founded Word-Lift, a communication consulting and copywriting firm. Originally from Nebraska, she now lives in New England with her husband and two children. Learn more: http://www.megantady.com

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Ep. 231: RaeAnne Thayne Delivers Pure Holiday Joy in The December Market

December 23, 2024November 27, 2024Posted in Holiday, Romance, WritingTagged author, PodcastLeave a comment

This week my guest is RaeAnne Thayne, author of The December Market, her 75th book and a delightful second chance holiday romance. Hallmark holiday movie fans look no further, you’ll want to curl up by the fire with this book and some hot chocolate this season.

“I always turn to RaeAnne Thayne for stories that are riveting, characters who are inspiring and endings that fill me with joy and hope. -Robyn Carr, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Virgin River Series.

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About the Author:

New York Times bestselling author RaeAnne Thayne finds inspiration in the beautiful northern Utah mountains where she lives with her family. Her books have won numerous honors, including six RITA Award nominations from Romance Writers of America and Career Achievement and Romance Pioneer awards from RT Book Reviews. She loves to hear from readers and can be reached through her website: http://www.raeannethayne.com

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Ep. 230: Signe Pike Brings Legends to Life in The Shadowed Land

December 17, 2024November 27, 2024Posted in History, Research, WritingTagged author, PodcastLeave a comment

Signe Pike is back this week to discuss The Shadowed Land, the third installment of The Lost Queen series, which is being made into a tv series and resurrects the real historical figures who inspired one of the most epic legends: King Arthur.

“A legend-steeped story of the real King Arthur and his contemporaries, The Shadowed Land is full of mystery and Celtic magic, shimmering lochs and verdant glens, snow-cloaked mountains and deep forests, fierce battles and fragile love. Deeply researched, sweeping, and utterly compelling, The Shadowed Land is this winter’s can’t-miss historical epic.” —Kristin Harmel, New York Times bestselling author of The Paris Daughter

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About the Author:

Signe Pike is the author of The Lost Queen series, which has been optioned for television, and the travel memoir Faery Tale. She has researched and written about Celtic history for over a decade. She lives in South Carolina. Learn more: signepike.com

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Ep. 229: Shelley Noble on the Ambitious Women Behind The Colony Club

December 10, 2024November 26, 2024Posted in History, Research, WritingTagged author, PodcastLeave a comment

Today Shelley Noble is here to tell us all about her new novel, a stunning, Gilded Age NYC-set story about the inception of The Colony Club, the first women’s club of its kind.

Come for the dazzling setting and stay for an unforgettable story of female ambition. The novel is perfect for fans of Alison Pataki, Fiona Davis, and historical TV shows like The Gilded Age and Downton Abbey.

“The Colony Club is an inspiring, powerful tribute to the Gilded Age women who broke through barriers to create their own place in the world. This impeccably researched story features real events and people in history, spotlighting the amazing feats women can accomplish when they support each other.” — Madeline Martin, New York Times bestselling author of The Keeper of Hidden Books

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About the Author:

Shelley Noble is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of Whisper Beach, Beach Colors, and The Tiffany Girls, the story of the largely unknown women artists responsible for much of Tiffany’s legendary glasswork, as well as several historical mysteries. A former professor, professional dancer and choreographer, she now lives in New Jersey halfway between the shore, where she loves visiting lighthouses and vintage carousels, and New York City, where she delights in the architecture, the theatre, and ferreting out the old stories behind the new. Shelley is a member of Sisters in Crime, Mystery Writers of America, Women’s Fiction Writers Association, and Historical Novel Society. Learn more: shelleynoble.com

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Ep. 228: Georgia Clark on the Season’s “Most Wonderful” Holiday Romance

December 3, 2024November 24, 2024Posted in Holiday, RomanceTagged author, PodcastLeave a comment

This week my guest is Georgia Clark, author of Most Wonderful, a charming queer holiday romance that’s a must purchase this December.

“Perfectly capturing the glimmering magic of love at the holidays and brimming with hopeful, big-hearted romance and a cast of lovable, dimensional characters, Most Wonderful is itself the most wonderful.”-Christina Lauren, New York Times bestselling author of The Unhoneymooners

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About the Author:

Georgia Clark is a novelist, performer, and, in addition to Most Wonderful, the author of Island Time, It Had to Be You, The Bucket List, The Regulars and two YA books. Clark is the host and founder of the internationally popular storytelling night, Generation Women, which is performed monthly at Joe’s Pub in New York. A native Australian, she lives in Brooklyn with her hot wife and sweet toddler.

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Ep. 227: Rosa Kwon Easton on the Roots of Her Grandmother’s Story in White Mulberry

November 26, 2024November 17, 2024Posted in History, Research, WritingTagged author, PodcastLeave a comment

Today my guest is Rosa Kwon Easton, author of the evocative debut novel, White Mulberry. Set against the backdrop of the 1930s in Japan-occupied Korea, it tells a rich & deeply moving portrait of a young Korean girl who is torn between two worlds and must reclaim her true identity to provide a future for her family.

“A beautiful and deeply researched novel…If you loved Pachinko, you’ll love White Mulberry.” —Lisa See, New York Times bestselling author of The Island of Sea Women

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About the Author:

Rosa Kwon Easton was born in Seoul, Korea, and grew up with her extended family in Los Angeles. Easton holds a bachelor’s degree in government from Smith College, a master’s in international and public affairs from Columbia University, and a JD from Boston College Law School. She is a lawyer and an elected trustee of the Palos Verdes Library District. She is an Anaphora Writing Residency Fellow, and her work has been published in CRAFT Literary, StoryCenter.org, Writer’s Digest, and elsewhere. She has two adult children and lives with her husband and Maltipoo in sunny Southern California. For more information, visit www.rosakwoneaston.com.

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Ep. 226: Aimie K. Runyan on the Overlooked Mademoiselle Eiffel

November 19, 2024Posted in History, WritingTagged author, books, fiction, Podcast, WritingLeave a comment

Aimie K. Runyan is back on the podcast this week to discuss Mademoiselle Eiffel, which tells the little-known story of Claire Eiffel, and her significant, though overlooked, contributions to the city of Paris.

Claire was Gustave Eiffel’s daughter, illustrious architect of many global landmarks, including the Eiffel Tower. Mademoiselle Eiffel contains sweeping themes of love, devotion, and family legacy, and is sprinkled with impeccably researched tidbits of French culture and historical events and figures. It is an absolute delight for historical fiction readers!

“For anyone who has ever admired the Eiffel Tower, this fascinating tale of a woman ahead of her time will leave a mark on your heart, in much the same way that Claire Eiffel left her mark on the world.” – Kristin Harmel, New York Times bestselling author of The Paris Daughter

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About the Author:

Internationally bestselling author Aimie K. Runyan writes to celebrate unsung heroines. She has written six historical novels (and counting!) and is delving into the exciting world of contemporary women’s fiction. She has been a finalist for the Colorado Book Award three times, a nominee for the Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers’ ‘Writer of the Year, ‘ and a Historical Novel Society’s Editors’ Choice selection. Aimie is active as a speaker and educator in the writing community in Colorado and beyond. She lives in the beautiful Rocky Mountains with her wonderful husband, two adorable (usually) children, two very sweet cats, and a pet dragon. Visit her online at aimiekrunyan.com.

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