Join us as we welcome award-winning author Karma Brown to discuss the art of ghostwriting and capturing authentic voices in writing. Karma shares her journey from ghostwriting to creating her own celebrated works, emphasizing the unique skills required to embody different voices in both fiction and nonfiction. Her inspiring path—from aspiring broadcast journalist to successful novelist—includes magazine freelancing and the urge to write a novel.
This episode highlights the rigorous process of learning the craft, balancing creativity and business, and writing unpublished practice books. We also delve into her book “Recipe for a Perfect Wife,” exploring its dual narrative set in the 1950s and present-day New York, touching on feminist themes and the contrast between past and present women’s experiences. Aspiring authors will find valuable advice on perseverance, bravery, and the joy of seeing a finished book on the shelf.
