The Journey and Inspirations of Sasha Preston: From Childhood Scribbles to Women's Fiction Capers
In this episode of the Chats and Chapters podcast, host Caitlyn Howarth sits down with women's fiction author Sasha Preston. Sasha shares her fascinating origin story, from her childhood obsession with writing to rediscovering her passion for creative fiction in adulthood.
She discusses her books, 'The Sweetest Getaway' and 'A Sweet Scheme', which are crime capers aimed at giving women a sense of adventure, joy, and financial empowerment. The conversation delves into her writing process, the challenges of self-publishing, and her unique inspiration from her background in women's economic empowerment and microfinance. Sasha also reveals insights into her characters, the importance of creativity, and the evolving landscape of publishing. The episode ends with details on how to find Sasha's books and connect with her on social media.
00:00 Welcome to Chats and Chapters
00:12 Sasha Preston's Writing Journey
05:15 Balancing Writing with Life
06:46 Women's Economic Empowerment
09:34 Character Development and Inspirations
16:26 The Writing and Editing Process
19:34 Self-Publishing Insights
25:54 Book Summaries and Future Plans
30:06 Final Thoughts and Contact Information
Want to be a guest on the pod? Email me.
caitlyn@chatsandchaptersllc.com
Check out The Sweetest Getaway here.