Writing, Resilience, and Finding Your Voice Again with Laura Van Wormer

Laura Van Wormer has spent a lifetime telling stories. From working her way up at Doubleday Publishing to becoming a bestselling novelist, she has seen the publishing world from every angle. In this episode, she shares how a childhood love of storytelling, encouraged by her mother, led to a successful writing career and some unforgettable experiences with legendary authors and publishers.Laura also opens up about the devastating car accident that nearly ended her writing career, how she found hope again through podcasting, and why she created The Class of '74: a serialized fictional podcast that brings listeners back to the early 1970s. We talk about writing, publishing, creativity, overcoming setbacks, and why it's never too late to tell the story that's been waiting inside you. Whether you're a writer, a reader, or someone looking for a little inspiration, this conversation is full of wisdom, laughter, and encouragement.To connect with Laura and listen to her podcast, visit https://classof74podcast.com/Want to be a guest on Life Stories Podcast? Send Shara Goswick a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/lifestoriespodcast