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EPISODE · Jun 25, 2026 · 35 MIN

Kennedy Ryan on Motherhood, Finding Her Purpose at 40 and the Stories That Change Lives

from Open Book with Jenna · host Jenna Bush Hager, Kennedy Ryan

Bestselling author Kennedy Ryan joins Jenna for a heartfelt conversation about finding her purpose later in life, writing romance novels that tackle real-world issues, and why every person deserves a love story filled with radical acceptance. Kennedy opens up about motherhood, faith, advocacy, her journey to becoming a bestselling author at 40, and the exciting adaptation of her beloved Skyland series for television. Plus, she shares how her readers have inspired her and how her books are helping readers feel seen, understood, and empowered. Listen to more episodes of Open Book with Jenna and subscribe for new conversations every week Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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