Ep 143: Exploring Golden Years Fiction with Author Kate Galley

In this episode, host, Becki, takes us on an adventure to Scotland with special guest author Kate Galley, whose book "Golden Girls Road Trip" was March's pick for the book club. Kate shares her inspiration for the novel, recounting her own memorable road trip through Scotland with her husband, and discusses her unique writing journey that led to her becoming a published author.

 

Inspiration in Unlikely Places: Kate shared how her experiences as a mobile hairdresser have inspired the rich characters and plots in her novels. Her story about transforming a client's account of a Christmas trip into a full-fledged novel, "Second Chance Holiday Club," is a testament to finding inspiration in everyday conversations.

 

Road Trips as Creative Journeys: Both Becki and Kate discussed their love for road trips as a means of exploration and inspiration. Kate even turned her own spontaneous UK road trips into the backdrop for her book "Golden Girls Road Trip."

 

Embracing Golden Years in Fiction: Kate emphasized the importance of representing older generations in literature. Her books often center around characters finding new adventures and challenges later in life, offering readers a fresh perspective on 'golden years' fiction.

 

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