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Hear how Priscilla Oliveras, USA Today Bestselling Author and RWA RITA Double Finalist, crafted her journey to publication and success with some must-hear advice for all of us! In this episode, we discuss the true life inspiration behind her newest novel, West Side Love Story, and why Oliveras, an admitted fan of the “Happily Ever After” decided to take on a retelling of Romeo & Juliet! Prisci...

Debut author, T.M. Blanchet, talks about the poignant inspiration for her YA fantasy novel, Herrick’s End, and how she got the idea to flip the narrative, and stretch the boundaries of genre. Get a teaser for what comes next in this exciting new supernatural trilogy! PLUS! Find out more about the exciting projects T.M. Blanchet is involved in including: A Mighty Blaze and Operation Delta Dog. http...

In one of our favorite conversations, Amy dishes with bestselling author, Eliza Knight, about a surprising early career which foreshadowed her later life as a historical fiction writer. Eliza explains how she came to be interested in the Mitford Sisters, and Nancy in particular, and reveals some secrets about a character from her recent release - THE MAYFAIR BOOKSHOP - who ended up on the cutting...

In this don’t-miss-episode, NYT #1 Bestselling Author, E. Lockhart, spills about the highly anticipated sequel to her mega-hit, WE WERE LIARS. She talks about TikTok, how the prequel that almost wasn’t came to be, why she didn’t want to write a sequel to WE WERE LIARS, and she dishes about something she admits she’s never been asked about before in interviews. All this and more! E. Lockhart’s Webs...

In Her Defense available now https://www.amyimpellizzeri.com/buy-links.html Thank you to early reviewers for your questions about IN HER DEFENSE! Jeremy Stewart https://www.instagram.com/darkthrillsandchills/ MARISA GOTHIE https://www.instagram.com/marisagbooks Susan Peterson https://www.instagram.com/susanmarcellapeterson/ Amanda https://www.instagram.com/amanda_coffee_books/ Find out the real li...

In this episode, Aimie Runyan talks about her research into the many nuanced roles of women in WWII and how her research led her to uncover the real life School for German Brides. A fascinating, spoiler-free deep dive into the story behind her latest novel and a sneak peek into several new projects on the horizon for this incredibly talented and versatile historical fiction writer! Aimie Runyan’s...

In this conversation with professional dancer-turned PR professional-turned novelist Denny S. Bryce, we deep dive into the story behind the story of newly released In the Face of the Sun. Find out how Denny’s late mother (and her lime-gold Mustang!) may have inspired the road trip in this novel. Denny talks also about her fascination with dual timelines (in her own and other novels!) and how music...

The authors behind Audible’s latest much buzzed about original - Young Rich Widows - in their first interview about the campy thriller set in 1980’s Providence Rhode Island where 4 partners of a prominent, mafia-affiliated law firm have been killed in a private plane crash. Their widows are forced to band together to discover what really happened. Enter the fun and talented storytellers behind the...

Kimberly Brock, describes how she went from the kid who talked too much in class, to an award-winning author. Pointing to her Southern roots, Brock talks about the many ways she discovered the tradition of story-telling, including the desire to uncover the missing parts. A desire that eventually led to the writing of Brock’s newly released: The Lost Book of Elizabeth Dare. Amy and Kimberly dish ab...

In this episode, former actor, Gina Sorell talks about how her latest novel, THE WISE WOMEN arose from a place in her own life in which things were not at all going as she expected. Who was the first WISE WOMAN Gina wrote into existence? Was this always the way the book was going to end? Who is this book really written for? (Hint: it’s a love letter!) Find out the answers to these questions and mo...

Bestselling Historical Fiction Author, Erika Robuck talks about her fascinating journey from self-published to traditionally published (and back again!) including how Hemingway came to her in a dream to help direct her publishing journey. It was a dream that also inspired in part her most recent novel, SISTERS OF NIGHT AND FOG, as well as struggle and rejections that Erika opens up about in real u...

In this episode, suspense novelist, Kelly Simmons , takes us behind the curtain for a discussion of her newest project - a serial fiction podcast called OPEN THE WINDOW . Hear about the true life events and sounds that inspired this storytelling experience. Guaranteed to make the hairs on the back of your neck stand up! Subscribe to open the window https://speakstudiopodcasting.com/openthewindow P...

In this episode, #1 NYT Bestselling Author Jacquelyn Mitchard talks about her newest novel, The Good Son, and the story’s real life, chilling inspiration. She talks about how she had to fight to tell this story, and reveals the truth about writing this particular novel 25 years after her mega hit - The Deep End of the Ocean. Mitchard talks about the day Oprah called her (and why she deleted the vo...

A conversation with Kathleen Stone , former lawyer turned writer, about her debut work, They Called Us Girls . A conversation about the surprising lessons learned: ambition, regrets and more, when she interviewed women who defied the odds and achieved professional success in a variety of fields from 1920-1970. Kathleen Stone https://kathleencstone.com Amy Impellizzeri https://www.amyimpellizzeri.c...

Award-Winning Author, Lisa Barr , talks about why her books all contain a unique thread of “art,” including the latest release: Woman On Fire about Nazi-looted art. We talk about the breaking news that actress Sharon Stone has optioned Woman On Fire, and is set to produce and star in the film adaptation, and where Lisa was when she got the incredible news. We talk also about the importance of stor...

Award-winning Author Audra McElyea talks about her journey to publishing her debut novel - ONE LITTLE WORD . How and why it wasn’t her first book … the surprising way this story’s ending came to be … what Johnny Depp has to do with this book… and last but not least, fun facts for Taylor Swift fans!

USA Today Bestselling Author of seven historical novels, Heather Webb talks about the dream (literally!) that started her writing career, what it’s REALLY like to write with Hazel Gaynor , and what she’d be writing if she wasn’t writing historical fiction. Get the inside scoop about the story that inspired her latest novel, THE NEXT SHIP HOME , and her upcoming projects as well! Heather Webb: http...

Marie Benedict wrote her first novel at the intersection of law and art, on the side of her high-powered law career. Eventually she left the law and started delving into the stories of overlooked women in history. Marie describes years of experimenting with genre, landing in historical fiction, circling back to what she says she was passionate about as early as middle school, to gain a spot on the...

Tory Henwood Hoen took a risk, leaving behind her career as Creative Director of Brand at MM LaFleur to (finally!) pursue her dream of writing a novel. In THE ARC, Tory has created a brilliant, fresh novel that defies genre boundaries. It’s a love story with sci-fi, thriller and satire elements. She talks here about who finally inspired her to take the leap, who she’s most nervous about reading he...

A conversation with acclaimed author, Swan Huntley, author of WE COULD BE BEAUTIFUL, THE GODDESSES, and her newest, GETTING CLEAN WITH STEVIE GREEN. Hear why Swan - who has wanted to write a book since childhood - wrote her debut “angrily.” Get the inside scoop on the real life inspiration behind WE COULD BE BEAUTIFUL’S CATHERINE WEST and Swan’s newest protagonist STEVIE GREEN. How Swan’s ghost wr...

In this episode, Hank Phillippi Ryan , talks about the spine-chilling real life inspiration for her newest novel, HER PERFECT LIFE . Hank shares an intimate look at her writing process and personal life, including the special anniversary she shared with husband, Jonathan, each year, and gives us a sneak peek at what’s to come! You won’t want to miss this!

In this episode, Darynda Jones shares her view on why writers (particularly female writers) should never feel guilty for pursuing their writing dreams. Hear how this mega-successful author came up with the idea her newest series and how she first pitched it to her agent. It’s an inside look at how the proverbial “sausage gets made” behind the scenes in the writing world and it just may surprise yo...

In this episode, USA TODAY Bestselling Author, Sonali Dev shares her journey to publishing and how she wasn’t always going to write love stories. She dishes about the clever titles of late and how Jane Austen has influenced more than her writing. And hear what’s up NEXT for this award-winning, bestselling author!

In this episode, USA Today Bestselling Author, Colleen Oakley talks about how she spins actual medical and scientific stories into far-fetched and yet believable story premises. We talk about the real life, unusual island that inspired Frick Island and why Colleen just had to write about this unusual and special place. Also! Colleen dishes about her next book, and you won’t want to miss it!

In this episode, life coach Darcy Luoma tells the story of navigating the aftermath of the most devastating event of her life - the arrest and incarceration of her husband for sexual assault of a minor he met online. She talks candidly about the tools she’d been giving to clients for years, and how she used those to guide herself and her daughters through the tragedy. Part inspiration, part life m...