The Best of Women's Fiction

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Elissa Grossell Dickey, author of Speed of Light and Iris in the Dark Apr 16, 2022

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Elissa Grosell Dickey shares the inspiration behind The Speed of Light, a novel described as “a gripping page-turner, infused with a compassionate and insightful look at chronic illness.”

She shares her real life experience that led to writing a character recently diagnosed with MS, and a sneak peek of her second novel, Iris in the Dark, which releases in June.

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All books featured on the podcast are listed in The Best of Women's Fiction List at www.bookshop.org

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Kristy Woodson Harvey, author of The Wedding Veil Apr 09, 2022

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Kristy Woodson Harvey shares the inspiration for The Wedding Veil, her latest novel about four women and how a family heirloom connects them.

We chat about how Kristy serendipitously found inspiration from her own wedding veil as well as a fateful visit to the Biltmore mansion. She also shares her best writing advice, what it was like researching during the pandemic, and a few of her current favorite reads.

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*Special Episode* Exciting 2022 Debuts Apr 02, 2022

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A special episode featuring six exciting women’s fiction debuts from the first half of 2022! Each of our six authors shares a little about their novel, their inspiration, and their best writing advice.

Maggie Giles author of The Things We Lost / Melanie Mitzner author of Slow Reveal / J. Marie Rundquist author of All I'm Asking / Shauna Robinson author of Must Love Books / Lisa Roe author of Welcome to the Neighborhood / Sandra L. Young author of Divine Vintage

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All books featured on the podcast are listed in The Best of Women's Fiction List at www.bookshop.org

Elise Hooper, author of Angels of the Pacific Mar 26, 2022

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Elise Hooper and Ashley Hasty talk about Angels of the Pacific, which New York Times bestselling author Lauren Willig described as "Absolutely riveting. A stay-up-all night read about two very different women who discover just how strong they can be—and just how much they'll dare—during the brutal Japanese occupation of the Philippines in World War II. This story of endurance and sisterhood will have you turning pages late into the night."

Elise talks about her research trip to the Philippines in February of 2020, how this book ended up being perfect for the times, and how her next novel is very much in response to the pandemic. She also shares some of her favorite books and writing advice for her fellow authors.

Find the books recommended, the author's social media links, and the video version of this episode at www.BestofWomensFiction.com

All books featured on the podcast can be purchased through the Best of Women's Fiction Amazon list or through Lainey's recommended reads at www.bookshop.org.

Maggie Smith, author of Truth and Other Lies Mar 19, 2022

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Maggie Smith shares the inspiration behind her debut novel, Truth and Other Lies, which has been described as “twisty, timely, and rivetingly thought-provoking.”

The story brings together three women whose lives converge as one fights a devastating accusation, another campaigns for a contested seat in Congress, and one, a young reporter with ties to both, navigates the tricky line between secrets and lies.

Find the books recommended, the author's social media links, and the video version of this episode at www.BestofWomensFiction.com

All books featured on the podcast are listed in The Best of Women's Fiction List at www.bookshop.org

Adele Myers, author of The Tobacco Wives Mar 12, 2022

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Adele Myers chats about her debut novel, The Tobacco Wives, which Fiona Davis, New York Times bestselling author described as, "a story of courage, of women willing to take a stand in the face of corporate greed, and most definitely a tale for our times.” She also shares her advice for writers who have not yet been published, the books that Influenced her, and family objects that inspired the novel.

Find the books recommended, the author's social media links, and the video version of this episode at www.BestofWomensFiction.com

All books featured on the podcast are listed in The Best of Women's Fiction List at www.bookshop.org or on Amazon.com.

Lisa Barr, award-winning author of Woman on Fire Mar 05, 2022

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Award-winning author, Lisa Barr, shares the inspiration for her latest release. Woman on Fire is the story of a young journalist who gets embroiled in a dangerous international art scandal centered around a Nazi looted masterpiece.

We chat about how Lisa found inspiration for a fabulous character like journalist Jules Roth. Plus why Lisa's focus on stolen art, and how some of the story draws from real life headlines. Also why she has been able to successfully cross genres, what she’s learned from that, and great writing advice.

Find the books recommended, the author's social media links, and the video version of this episode at www.BestofWomensFiction.com

All books featured on the podcast are listed in The Best of Women's Fiction List at www.bookshop.org

Diana Giovinazzo, author of Antoinette's Sister Feb 26, 2022

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Diana Giovinazzo and Ashley Hasty talk about Antoinette's Sister, which USA Bestselling author Heather Webb calls "A sweeping tale of power, love, and the bonds of family...”

We chat about how Diana first learned about her protagonist, Maria Carolina Charlotte, and how her family history led her to write in the first place. She also shares her journey to publication, her best writing advice, and what books she recommends right now.

Find the books recommended, the author's social media links, and the video version of this episode at www.BestofWomensFiction.com

All books featured on the podcast can be purchased through the Best of Women's Fiction Amazon list or through Lainey's recommended reads at www.bookshop.org.

Nikki May, author of Wahala Feb 19, 2022

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Nikki May joins us from the UK to chat about her debut novel, Wahala, which was named a most anticipated book of 2022 by Vogue, Marie Claire, Glamour, Essence, and more.

Wahala, which means trouble, follows three Anglo-Nigerian best friends and the lethally glamorous fourth woman who infiltrates their group.

Find the books recommended, the author's social media links, and the video version of this episode at www.BestofWomensFiction.com

All books featured on the podcast are listed in The Best of Women's Fiction List at www.bookshop.org

Fiona Davis, author of The Magnolia Palace Feb 11, 2022

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Fiona Davis is a New York Times bestselling author whose works of historical fiction featuring iconic buildings in New York City have been selected as a Good Morning America book club pick and chosen as “One Book, One Community” reads. She talks about her latest novel, The Magnolia Palace, which is set at the Frick Mansion.

The novel is written as a dual timeline, alternating between 1919 and the late 1960s. Fiona shares how this book differs from her previous novels, as well as book recommendations and her best writing advice.

Find the books recommended, the author's social media links, and the video version of this episode at www.BestofWomensFiction.com

All books featured on the podcast can be purchased through the Best of Women's Fiction Amazon list or through Lainey's recommended reads at www.bookshop.org.