🎙️ Bold Book with Dr. Denise Nicholson featuring Marilyn Horowitz — “Bad Girl Pie”

In this episode of Bold Book, Dr. Denise Nicholson welcomes award-winning author, screenwriting expert, and retired NYU professor Marilyn Horowitz to discuss her witty and heartfelt novel, Bad Girl Pie. 🍰✨Set in New York City, Bad Girl Pie follows Dorothy, a ghostwriter of celebrity cookbooks whose life spirals after her father’s death, her best friend’s betrayal, and her ex-boyfriend’s deceit. What unfolds is a darkly comedic yet deeply emotional story of resilience, reinvention, and radical self-acceptance.Marilyn shares the inspiration behind the book, born from personal heartbreak and refined into a powerful tale of humor and healing. She also opens up about:💡 How humor can transform pain into empowerment🧩 The importance of structure and “self-connection” in writing✍️ Her unique “Beyond Happiness” method for sparking creativity📖 Practical advice for aspiring authors on staying inspired and financially prepared🏙️ How New York City shaped Dorothy’s character and voiceDr. Denise and Marilyn dive into the balance between comedy and catharsis, revealing how writing can be both therapeutic and transformative. Whether you’re a writer, dreamer, or lover of strong female stories, this episode will inspire you to embrace your voice and write your truth — one page at a time.🎧 Listen now to Bold Book with Dr. Denise Nicholson and discover how Bad Girl Pie serves up laughter, life lessons, and a slice of self-love.Get the book and connect with Marilyn - https://www.marilynhorowitz.com/Connect with Dr.Denise Nicholson go to www.denisenicholson.comor email her at [email protected]#BoldBookPodcast #MarilynHorowitz #BadGirlPie #DrDeniseNicholson #AuthorInterview #WritingCommunity #WomenWriters #DarkComedy #BookLovers #WritingTips #Memoir #Inspiration #CreativeWriting #Storytelling #NYCAuthors #MindsetForWriters