Live at the Bangor Library: Reading The Ashborn & the Stories Behind It

What happens when Norse mythology, ancient folklore, and a small town in Southwest Michigan collide?In this special live episode of Between the Lines, recorded at the Bangor Branch Library in Bangor, Michigan, author Jeanette Huffman shares a live reading from her historical fantasy novel, The Ashborn, before joining co-host Rich Kopez for an in-depth conversation about the inspiration behind the story.Together they explore the research, history, and personal experiences that shaped the novel, including Viking exploration, Norse mythology, folklore, character development, and why Bangor, Michigan became the unexpected home of an ancient legend.During the conversation, Jeanette also reflects on one of the most emotional scenes she has ever written, discusses the evolution of Loki as a character, and shares her dream casting for a future film adaptation.📖 A live reading from The Ashborn⚔️ Viking history and Norse mythology🌲 Why Bangor, Michigan inspired the novel🧙 Folklore, witches, and supernatural fiction💙 The personal experiences behind the story✍️ Character development and identity🎬 Dream casting The AshbornWhether you're fascinated by mythology, enjoy historical fantasy, or simply love hearing authors discuss the creative process, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at how stories grow from history, imagination, research, and personal experience.📚 Learn more about Jeanette Huffman:https://www.amazon.com/author/jeanette-huffmanIf you enjoy Between the Lines, please follow the podcast and share this episode with another reader, writer, or mythology enthusiast."Beyond the Lows" by The Whole OtherSource: YouTube Audio Library"From Here On In" by Everet AlmondSource: YouTube Audio Library"Cylinder Seven" by Chris ZabriskieLicensed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0Creative Commons License:https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source:http://chriszabriskie.com/cylinders/Artist:http://chriszabriskie.com/Between the Lines PodcastHosted by Jeanette Huffman & Rich KopezRecorded live at the Bangor Branch LibraryBangor, MichiganIn this episodeMusic Credits