Guest Name: Dr. Cristina Leport
Instagram: @cristinaleport
Summary
In this episode of Poddin' My Noggin, host C.K. Simms interviews Dr. Cristina Leport, a cardiologist and author of the medical thriller 'Change of Heart.' Cristina shares her journey from a young girl in Italy aspiring to be a doctor to becoming a successful author. She discusses her transition to writing thrillers and the themes explored in her latest book. The conversation delves into character development, reader engagement, and the importance of persistence in achieving one's goals.
Takeaways
- Cristina decided that she wanted to become a doctor at age 12.
- She transitioned to writing thrillers after 20 years in medicine.
- Her medical background provides a unique perspective in her novels.
- Persistence is key in both medicine and writing.
- Her characters are crafted to be relatable and real.
- Cristina emphasizes the importance of reader feedback and reviews.
- She has plans for future books in the same series.
- Cristina's journey is an inspiration for aspiring writers and medical professionals.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Dr. Cristina Leport
01:44 Journey to Medicine and Writing
05:27 The Power of Self-Reflection
09:26 Overcoming Challenges in Medicine
16:24 Transitioning to Authorship
20:46 Exploring 'Change of Heart'
27:49 Character Dynamics and Development
30:23 Engagement with the Story
34:14 The Core Mystery Unveiled
37:07 Themes of Family and Relationships
40:00 Future Works and Reader Engagement
Keywords
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