17: Finding Joy, Fiction, and California Stars with Author Carlie Yates
✨ Episode Summary: In this heartfelt and laughter-filled episode, I sit down with Carlie Yates—aka That One Writer Chick—to talk about her writing journey, her latest novel California Stars, and how she’s built a powerful author career while navigating chronic illness and parenting three hilarious sons.
We chat about her early inspiration (The Outsiders fans, you’ll love this), her favorite writing rituals, and how her real-life experiences and playlists influence her fictional worlds. Whether you’re a writer, reader, or just love a good behind-the-scenes chat, this episode is full of real…
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