In this engaging discussion, Emily Everett, an editor and writer from western Massachusetts, delves into her debut novel, 'All That Life Can Afford.' She shares Anna's journey from a modest upbringing in Massachusetts to the opulent lifestyle of London’s elite, exploring the clash of class and privilege. The conversation highlights themes of personal reinvention, literary influences on character development, and the harsh realities of financial constraints. Everett also recommends books that resonate with these themes, intertwining hope and survival.