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EPISODE · Sep 8, 2026 · 27 MIN

161: Chat with Anna Johnston

from Meagan's Book Club Podcast · host Meagan Briggs

This week, I’m chatting with Australian author Anna Johnston about her newest book, When Lemons Give You Life!Anna’s debut novel, The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife, became an international bestseller—and Netflix has even opted for the movie rights! We talk about Anna’s journey to becoming an author, why she’s passionate about writing stories centered around older characters, and how her own grandfather loosely inspired Frederick Fife.We also dive into When Lemons Give You Life, what inspires Anna’s storytelling, and the magic of creating characters who feel so incredibly real.This was such a fun conversation, and if you’re looking for a book (or two!) that is heartwarming, funny, beautifully written, and guaranteed to make you feel all the feelings, you absolutely need Anna Johnston on your TBR.Website: https://www.annajohnstonauthor.com/IG: @annajohnstonauthorBooks Anna mentioned:Don't Buy What I'm Selling by Lu ChekowskyImogen in Waiting by Lindsay Bartels

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