Alone Winning Writing Contests with Rachel Beanland

This week we are joined by Rachel Beanland! Rachel Beanland is the author of two novels, The House Is On Fire (Simon & Schuster, 2023) and Florence Adler Swims Forever (Simon & Schuster, 2020). Beanland’s debut novel, Florence Adler Swims Forever was featured as one of the best books of 2020 by USA Today, named a New York Times Editors’ Choice, and was recognized with the 2020 National Jewish Book Award for Debut Fiction. The House Is On Fire was selected as one of the best books of 2023 by NPR and The New Yorker. Make sure to check them out!In this episode, we discuss moving every two years as a child, parenting, the impact of social media, the backstory of her two novels, keeping track of ideas for upcoming books, writers workshops, and so much more. You don’t want to miss our discussion about how the passing of Rachel’s father impacted her writing career. Give this episode a listen!Recommendations from this episode: The House is on Fire by Rachel Beanland Florence Adler Swims Forever by Rachel Beanland Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond FearFollow Rachel Beanland: @rachelbeanland Follow Carly: @carlyjmontagFollow Emily: @thefunnywalshFollow the podcast: @aloneatlunchpodPlease rate and review the podcast! Spread the word! Tell your friends! Email us: [email protected] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.