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May 5, 2025 29 mins

In this colorful episode of the Rebel Reads Podcast, host Cheryl Briggins welcomes bestselling author Jessica Anya Blau to celebrate the NYC launch of her newest novel, Shopgirls, on May 6th. Set against the dazzling backdrop of 1980s San Francisco, Shopgirls is a bold and vibrant novel of self-discovery, friendship, outrageous fashion, and chosen family. Jessica opens up about her California upbringing, how her life experiences shaped her writing, and what inspired the unforgettable world of Shopgirls. From personal stories to Day-Glo dreams, this conversation is a joyful look at creativity, nostalgia, and reinvention—just in time for your summer reading list.

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