Louise Mayberry joins the podcast to read from her latest release, THE SONG OF THE MAGPIE, set in early industrial-age Australia. She discuss the nuances of blending historical fiction with romance, the complexities of redemption stories, and the challenges of writing characters with realistic flaws. Louise also talks about her research process and the inspiration behind her captivating tales. Subscribe and follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube for more great content and author interviews!

00:00 Introduction to the Historical Romance Sampler

00:34 Meet Louise Mayberry

01:30 The Song of the Magpie Excerpt

15:39 Interview with Louise Mayberry

27:46 Love It or Leave It Game

30:35 Conclusion and Where to Find Louise's Books

Find out more about Louise Mayberry at https://louisemayberry.com/

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Louise Mayberry Samples The Song of the Magpie