In this episode of Elena Meets the Author, I interview the wonderful novelist Amy Poeppel about her latest book, Far and Away, a comedic tale of two families from Dallas and Berlin embarking on a chaotic house swap. Amy shares the inspiration behind her book, drawn from her own experiences living in these cities, and we dive into the complexities of writing a multi-layered story. She discusses the humorous misunderstandings and cultural clashes her characters face and gives insights into her unique writing process, including her preference for using a whiteboard over outlining. We wrap up with a conversation about how Amy's characters discover the true meaning of home and community.
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00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
00:39 Meet the Author: Amy Poeppel
02:13 The Inspiration Behind the Novel
05:00 Humorous Miscommunications
11:03 Writing Process and Challenges
15:24 Character Development and Research
25:49 Exploring the Vermeer Scandal
26:12 Writing Process and Research
28:49 Teenage Dialogue and Miscommunication
30:14 Character Development and Themes
32:51 Challenges and Joys of Writing
37:18 The Importance of Community
39:17 Starting a Writing Career Later in Life
45:59 Upcoming Projects and Inspirations
49:43 Book Recommendations
52:14 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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