Lisa Harding, former actress and playwright, is the author of the wildly success novel "Bright Burning Things".
The story follows a single mother who struggles with addiction and risks losing her young son if she isn't able to turn her life around.
I talk with Lisa about the very real challenges and vulnerabilities that are exposed for those dealing with addiction and mental health.
Lisa has recently release her new novel, "The Wildelings" which is available in bookstores now.
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