Constructive Conversations: Jeanette Huffman & Rich Kopacz on Abigail

In this reflective solo episode of Voices Between the Lines, author Jeanette Huffman shares insights from a recent phone conversation with fellow author Rich Kopacz, writer of Daughter of God: The Orphan, about her novel Abigail (available now on Amazon).Rich offered candid and thoughtful feedback on Abigail, with a focus on how the story could be refined to fully meet the expectations of the Southern Gothic genre. His critique touched on atmosphere, character complexity, and narrative structure—offering constructive suggestions that Jeanette unpacks here with warmth, gratitude, and honesty.This episode was recorded after their phone call, as Jeanette reflects on the value of author-to-author critique, what it means to stay open to growth, and how creative conversations can shape and strengthen a story's legacy.📚 Abigail by Jeanette Huffman and Daughter of God: The Orphan by Rich Kopacz are both available on Amazon.🎧 Tune in on Spotify and wherever you get your podcasts.