143: Carrie Turansky

Today it is my pleasure to host my friend Carrie Turansky on Book Talk. Carrie writes the best books set in England during the Edwardian period. Her most recent book A Token of Love is set in the Foundling Hospital and Foundling Museum. I love the story of how she found the what-if for this book — but you'll have to listen or watch to learn all about it. 🙂 One of the questions she does like to ask herself though is what were Christians doing at the time and in the context of the book she is writing. It shows up in a real way in this time. Originally, Carrie wrote contemporary novels, but she went to a conference and an editor told her she was interested in a book set in Downton Abbey England. Carrie had always loved classic English literature. She'd loved traveling to England and it shows up in the authenticity of her books. This interview is packed with tips for aspiring writers and moments that readers are going to love of going behind the scenes in her writing. Carrie started writing at 12, but it was when she joined ACFW that her writing took off. She might never love getting a revision letter, but her books will always transport readers into a world they will love. Connect with Carrie Turansky Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Pinterest | BookBub