#172- Fate vs Destiny: Author Jill Santopolo on Love and Choices 💕

Hey y’all, what’s up? In this episode, we’re diving deep into the world of fate, love, and the power of choices with none other than Jill Santopolo! 💕📚 Ever wonder what it’s like to create unforgettable characters, write a Reese Witherspoon book club pick, and balance it all with being an editor at Penguin Random House? You’re in for a treat! 🎉Jill, the brilliant mind behind the internationally acclaimed novel *The Light We Lost*, shares her thoughts on destiny versus free will, the inspiration behind her fiery love analogies, and how her personal experiences shape her stories. We also chat about her upcoming sequel, *The Love We Found*, set to release in March 2025—yes, the answers we’ve all been waiting for are coming! 🔥✨Plus, I spill the tea on how our Broadway book club (yes, featuring black women on Broadway!) couldn’t get enough of Jill’s storytelling.If you love passionate, authentic conversations about art, literature, and life, you’ll love this episode of *The Salesia Show*. Hit subscribe and come on the ride—this is just the beginning of the journey! 💫✨CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro02:09 - Fate vs Destiny: Understanding the Difference07:16 - The Light We Lost: Book Overview and Themes09:43 - The Bonfire Analogy: A Metaphor for Life13:58 - Who is Lucy: Character Analysis17:10 - How Does Jill Receive Ideas: Creative Process Insights20:03 - The Sequel: What to Expect24:25 - First Feeling of Being a Writer: Personal Journey29:36 - Balancing Work and Family: Tips for Writers31:10 - Dealing with Creative Blocks: Strategies and Solutions32:47 - Formula for Making a Bestseller: Insights and Tips36:40 - Who Inspires You: Influences in Writing38:58 - Advice for Aspiring Authors and Editors: Guidance and Tips40:11 - OUTROLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesYou can send fan mail here!@salishathomas @thesalishashow, www.thesalishashow.comMany thanks to Gotham Network in NYC, TyNia Brandon for writing and laying vocals down for the updated theme song and Big Red Studios for the intro video wherever you watch the latest season of The Salisha Show!