In this interview, Nicole and I discuss The Long Way Back, social media and how it is impacting our lives today, using a multimedia format to write the story, how the title and cover came about, crafting a mother-daughter relationship, and much more.\nNicole's recommended reads are:\n\nHell Bent by Leigh Bardugo\n\nThe Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell by Robert Dugoni\n\n\nCheck out my Summer Reading Guide for 2023 and my Houston Life segment.\nWant to hear Nicole's spoiler-filled conversation with me? Join my Lit Lovers Patreon group or purchase just our single conversation here.\xa0\xa0Other ways to support the podcast can be found here.\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\nThe Long Way Back can be purchased at my Bookshop storefront.\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\nIf you enjoyed this episode and want to listen to more episodes, try Peng Shepherd, Lucy Clarke, Katherine St. John, Clare Mackintosh, and Megan Miranda.\nConnect with me on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.\xa0\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices