R&W Author Spotlight Featuring Beth Ann Bautiste

This week on the Readers & Writers Author Spotlight, I sit down with fantasy author Beth Ann Bautiste to discuss her debut novel, The Scent of Sea and Ash.Beth Ann shares her journey from horse trainer and magazine writer to fantasy author, the books that inspired her love of storytelling, and how a lifelong passion for reading eventually led her to create a world of prophecy, adventure, and found family.We dive into the creation of Chess, a foundling with a mysterious gift who sets out to rescue her chosen brother and discovers a destiny far greater than she ever imagined. We also discuss worldbuilding, fantasy influences, the writing process, and what it was like bringing her debut novel to life.Connect With BethInstagramLinkTreeGet The BookAmazon  R&W Event Tickets: Use Code JoinUS https://readerswritersevents.com/product-category/seattle-2026/