In this powerful and insightful episode, Dr. Denise Nicholson sits down with the brilliant Janna Brooke Wallack, the award-winning author of Naked Girl. Janna opens up about her deeply personal journey as a writer, her unconventional upbringing in 1980s Miami Beach, and how her experiences shaped her emotionally charged, lyrical novel.
🌴 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
How Janna’s unique childhood and family dynamics influenced the setting and themes in Naked Girl
The challenges of fictionalizing personal trauma while keeping characters authentic and relatable
Her candid writing process—balancing creativity with motherhood and family life
Literary influences like JD Salinger, Zadie Smith, Kurt Vonnegut, and more
Janna’s reflections on receiving literary recognition and how it fuels her mission
Her aspirations to start a charitable organization supporting mentorship for children
Whether you're an aspiring writer, a book lover, or someone navigating family complexities and personal growth, this conversation will resonate deeply and leave you inspired.
✨ Listen now and discover why "Naked Girl" is a heartfelt love letter to resilience, healing, and the human spirit.
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Thank you for joining us today. To Connect with Dr. Denise Nicholson go to www.denisenicholson.com or email her at authordnicholson@gmail.com
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