Virginia Evans

Debut novelist and author of The Correspondent; wrote several earlier novels before achieving breakthrough success with this epistolary novel that became a slow-burn bestseller.

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Jan 9, 2026 • 40min

'The Correspondent' Author Virginia Evans On Her Breakout Year

Virginia Evans, a debut novelist known for her breakout book, The Correspondent, discusses her inspiring journey from failure to success. She shares the magical moment her book began to sell out in stores, aided by glowing praise from Ann Patchett. Evans reveals how writing became a 'palate cleanser' for her, and the personal experiences that fueled her story. Balancing motherhood and writing, she reflects on the emotional challenges of crafting her characters and the enduring power of letter writing. Discover her insights on resilience and creativity!

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