Writing Through the Chaos: A Conversation with Emily Ann on "Messy" Drafts and WWI Romance
How do you find the focus to write a sweeping historical romance when you're in the thick of homeschooling toddlers and preparing for a new baby? In today's episode, we sit down with
Emily Ann, author of the poignant WWI novel When I Stand.
Emily takes us behind the scenes of her "messy" writing style, explaining why she embraces a less-than-perfect first draft to get the story on the page. We dive into the inspiration behind When I Stand, a story that blends the grit of the Great War with a powerful romance, and discuss the real-world discipline it takes to be a "mom-preneur."
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