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Alone Writing A Well Researched Texas Thriller with Author Laura Griffin

Episode Summary

This week we are joined by author Laura Griffin who is a two-time RITA® Award winner as well as the recipient of the Daphne du Maurier Award. In this episode, Laura shares her journey from journalism to fiction writing, focusing on her latest book, "Innocence Road."

Episode Notes

This week we are joined by Laura Griffin. Laura Griffin is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of more than thirty books and novellas. Her books have been translated into fourteen languages. Laura is a two-time RITA® Award winner as well as the recipient of the Daphne du Maurier Award. Laura got her start in journalism before venturing into the world of writing fiction. She lives in Austin, Texas, where she is working on her next novel.

In this episode, Laura shares her journey from journalism to fiction writing, focusing on her latest book, "Innocence Road." She discusses the importance of visiting real locations for authenticity in her storytelling. Laura also explores themes of returning to one's roots and the evolving role of DNA in solving cold cases, which often inspire her writing. 

Recommendations From This Episode: 

Innocence Road

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Karin Slaughter - Pretty Girls

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