Exploring Myth, Magic, and Joy: Piper J. Drake on Writing, Resilience, and the Mythwoven Series

In this episode of the Fresh Fiction Podcast, host Samantha Tennant interviews Piper J. Drake, the author of the Mythwoven series. They discuss Drake's journey to becoming an author, which began with her interest in storytelling, science fiction, and fantasy. Piper shares how personal challenges and significant life changes, including a heart attack in 2021, influenced her writing and life decisions. They explore the themes of her works, including her latest book FANGS SO BRIGHT AND DEADLY, which integrates Pacific Rim mythologies and a unique blend of fantasy and romance. Piper also talks about balancing her career in regulatory compliance with her writing, traveling, and other interests. The conversation touches on her experiences traveling to countries like Egypt, her favorite travel destinations, and her approach to maintaining joy and balance in her life. Piper emphasizes making conscious decisions to pursue joy and happiness in her work and personal life. Finally, she gives a glimpse into her future projects, including a cozy mystery and another entry in the Mythwoven series. Piper J. Drake: https://freshfiction.com/author.php?id=38889 Mythwoven series: https://freshfiction.com/series.php?id=7479 FANGS SO BRIGHT AND DEADLY: https://freshfiction.com/book.php?id=132677