"The Witch & the Tsar" with Olesya Salnikova Gilmore

**CAUTION: SPOILERS**   We chat with Olesya Salnikova Gilmore joins us to discuss our October Book of the Month (and her debut novel!) "The Witch & the Tsar." We dive into the debut novel experience, the history and lore behind the novel, Olesya's experience weaving the two together into her story -- and much more!   Be sure to check out our shop on Bookshop.org to be able to help support independent bookstores and this podcast. You can find  "The Witch & the Tsar" in our 'Book of the Month' shop.