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#72 - Unlocking the Magic of Provence with Aimie K. Runyan

#72 - Unlocking the Magic of Provence with Aimie K. Runyan

Update: 2024-05-28
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Aimie K. Runyan is a bestselling author known for her enchanting historical fiction novels set in France. Her latest book, "The Memory of Lavender and Sage," marks her exciting foray into contemporary fiction. Set in the charming fictional village of Saint-Colomb in Provence, the story follows Tempesta, a disaffected New York food critic who inherits a ramshackle farmhouse and discovers she has a magical gift for growing herbs that can influence people's emotions.

Discussed in this Episode:

  • The allure of Provence as a setting for fiction and its influence on Aimie's writing
  • Aimie's journey from historical to contemporary fiction and the challenges of the transition
  • The power of food, herbs, and culinary traditions to bring people together and heal wounds
  • Crafting authentic, atmospheric settings that transport readers to another time and place
  • Insights on writing strong female characters, multi-generational storylines, and magical realism

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#72 - Unlocking the Magic of Provence with Aimie K. Runyan

#72 - Unlocking the Magic of Provence with Aimie K. Runyan

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