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Emily Henry on Redefining Romance, Beach Reads, and Writing for Joy

Emily Henry on Redefining Romance, Beach Reads, and Writing for Joy

Update: 2026-01-08
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Emily Henry is a New York Times and Sunday Times bestselling author with five consecutive number one novels and a reputation as the “Queen of the Beach Read.” In this conversation from May 2025, Jenna sits down with Henry to discuss writing fan fiction in middle school, the teachers who encouraged her creativity, and how she found her voice within the romance genre. Plus, Henry shares why she now prioritizes writing stories that bring her genuine joy as both a reader and a writer.


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Emily Henry on Redefining Romance, Beach Reads, and Writing for Joy

Emily Henry on Redefining Romance, Beach Reads, and Writing for Joy

Emily Henry, Jenna Bush Hager