The House of Gardenias w/ Isabel Cañas

That’s right, Isabel Cañas is BACK! And she is here to chat about her newest book, The House of Gardenias, as well as socio-economic drama, The Awkward Dinner ™, and the little voice inside of her that begs for Spooky House and Teeth and Claws!

Content Warning: This episode contains conversations about or mentions of pregnancy, birth, Covid, war, military coup, and family death. 

Guest

Isabel Cañas is a Mexican American speculative fiction writer. She holds a doctorate in Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations and writes fiction inspired by her research and her heritage. She is the author of The House of Gardenias, The Possession of Alba Díaz, Vampires of El Norte, and The Hacienda. 

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Spirits is a boozy podcast about mythology, legends, and folklore. Every episode, co-hosts Julia and Amanda mix a drink and discuss a new story or character from a wide range of places, eras, and cultures. Learn brand-new stories and enjoy retellings of your favorite myths, served over ice every week, on Spirits.

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