EPISODE · Oct 22, 2022 · 52 MIN
This author finished her mother's novel after she passed away
from Read And Write With Natasha · host Natasha Tynes
Emily Johnson was born in Aspen, Colorado. In 1996, Emily's mom, Marilyn, was diagnosed with breast and advanced ovarian cancer. She began writing The Bird of Paradise as a life gift for her daughter. She passed awayin 2012 leaving the novel unfinished – for Emily to complete.Hear how Emily discovered her mother's manuscript and finished it.Send us Fan MailSupport the show🥒 NEW! The Lonely Cucumber — Natasha's latest children's bookA multicultural illustrated story that teaches kids about healthy eating in a fun, heartwarming way. Perfect for elementary school children, gift-giving, and classroom read-alouds.👉 Get your copy on Amazon⭐ Loved it? Leave a review — it helps more kids discover the book.About Natasha Natasha Tynes is a Jordanian-American author, journalist, and book coach based in the DC area. Beyond children's books, she writes literary fiction (They Called Me Wyatt, Karma Unleashed) and helps aspiring authors pu...
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