“I like the idea of thinking of it as a gift, although it certainly doesn’t feel like it at the time.” — Hannah Mary McKinnon
In this episode of “Uncorking a Story,” host Michael Carlon welcomes back internationally bestselling author Hannah Mary McKinnon. Known for her gripping suspense novels and heartwarming holiday romantic comedies, Hannah shares insights into her creative journey, her latest thriller “Only One Survives,” and the balance between writing dark thrillers and uplifting rom-coms. Join us for an engaging conversation about the transformative power of writing, the inspiration behind Hannah’s work, and her unique approach to storytelling.
Key Topics
- Transition from Corporate to Creative Career: Hannah Mary McKinnon discusses her shift from a corporate career to becoming a successful author after the failure of her own business.
- Balancing Genres: The contrast between writing dark thrillers and lighthearted romantic comedies, and how Hannah manages to balance both genres.
- Inspiration from Music: The influence of music on Hannah’s writing process, including creating a fictional band and writing song lyrics for her latest thriller.
- Embracing Failure: The idea that failures can serve as catalysts for new beginnings and personal growth.
- Importance of Storytelling: The transformative and therapeutic power of writing and storytelling, and how it can inspire and empower others.
- Upcoming Projects: Teasers about Hannah’s future projects, including her new thriller “Only One Survives” and the possibility of her works being adapted for the screen.
- Pop Culture Influences: The impact of movies, music, and other cultural references on Hannah’s writing and creative process.
Buy Only One Survives
Amazon:https://amzn.to/3VEdseV
Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/a/54587/9780778305477
Connect With Hannah Mary McKinnon
Website: https://hannahmarymckinnon.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hannahmarymckinnon
Twitter: https://twitter.com/hannahmmckinnon
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannahmarymckinnon
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/15144570.Hannah_Mary_McKinnon
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