In this episode of Chats from the Blog Cabin, host Melissa Vera interviews author Jane Cory about her writing journey, the inspiration behind her latest novel 'I Died on a Tuesday', and the themes of redemption and strong female characters in her work. Jane shares her experiences as a writer, the challenges she faced, and how her life experiences have shaped her storytelling. The conversation also touches on the importance of giving back to the community and the possibility of her books being adapted for film or TV.

Takeaways

• Jane Corrigan always wanted to be a writer despite early discouragement.
• Her life experiences, including working in a prison, greatly influenced her writing.
• 'I Died on a Tuesday' explores themes of tragedy, redemption, and forgiveness.
• Jane emphasizes the importance of strong female characters in her novels.
• Writing serves as a therapeutic outlet for both Jane and her characters.
• She believes in giving back to the community through her writing.
• Jane's writing process involves allowing characters to develop organically.
• The sea plays a significant role in Jane's life and writing.
• Imposter syndrome is a recurring challenge for Jane, despite her success.
• Jane's novels often feature intertwining stories and complex characters.

Helpful Links

• Website www.janecorryauthor.com

• Twitter @JaneCorryAuthor

• Threads @janecorry

• Instagram Jane Corry

• TikTok @janecorryauthor

• Facebook janecorryauthor

• I Died on a Tuesday https://amzn.to/3C1ytdC