In this episode of Two Women Chatting, Michelle sits down with chart-topping author Lisa Jewell to talk about the twists and turns of storytelling - both on and off the page. From an out-of-work secretary in her 20s to the queen of psychological thrillers, Lisa shares how she found her voice, leaned into her dark side, and built a literary career that’s captured the world’s attention. Lisa reflects on how personal experiences, including a coercive past relationship, inspires her most complex characters. She also dishes on the exciting Netflix adaptation of her work, her bold pivot from rom-coms to thrillers, and the creative process behind her chilling new novel Don't Let Him In. Whether you're a budding writer, a thriller junkie, or just love a good story about reinvention, this is an episode not to miss.<h3>Key Insights:</h3>🎙️ From Redundancy to Bestseller List Lisa reveals how being out of work at 27 combined with a nudge from a friend led her to write her first novel and completely reinvent her life.🎙️ Rom-Coms to Darkness Once known for her light-hearted fiction, Lisa explains how and why she transitioned to psychological thrillers - and why exploring the dark side keeps her inspired.🎙️ Coercive Control in Fiction Lisa opens up about how personal experiences shaped her latest characters, especially the manipulative, controlling figures that dominate her most gripping books.🎙️ Lights, Camera, Adaptation Netflix has come calling. Lisa talks about the surreal experience of having her stories adapted for the screen and the reality of letting go of creative control.🎙️ Confidence, Creativity & Constant Motion Even 20+ novels in, Lisa shares how she keeps the ideas flowing and how confidence in her storytelling continues to grow with every book.<h3>Resources:</h3>📘 Don't Let Him In by Lisa Jewell –<a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Dont-Let-Him-gripping-bestselling/dp/1529196019" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Buy the Book</a> 📸 Lisa on Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/lisajewelluk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @lisajewelluk</a><h3>Connect with Us:</h3>🌟 Website:<a href="https://www.twowomenchatting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> TwoWomenChatting.com</a> 📸 Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/michelleford_twc" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @michelleford_twc</a> 🐦 Twitter/X:<a href="https://twitter.com/ChattingTwo" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @ChattingTwo</a> 📘 Facebook:<a href="https://www.facebook.com/TwoWomenChatting" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Two Women Chatting</a> 📺 YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmYxa73QEcw_X1rY8CA8mQ" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">TwoWomenChatting</a> 🎵 TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@twowomenchatting0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@twowomenchatting0</a>🎧 This episode was produced and edited by Emma Tindall.👉 If you enjoyed this conversation, make sure to follow Two Women Chatting on your favourite podcast platform so you never miss an episode. We’d also love it if you could leave us a review — your feedback helps more listeners discover the show and keeps these conversations going.🎧 Listen and subscribe on [Apple Podcasts], [Spotify], [Amazon Music], or wherever you get your podcasts.Lisa Jewell, psychological thriller, writing journey, women in literature, character development, coercive control, dark fiction, Don't Let Him In, book adaptation, Netflix thriller, midlife reinvention, self-belief, female authors, storytelling, confidence👉 Follow the show so you never miss an episode, and share it with a friend who could use a little midlife magic.Explore the 'midlife library' at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.twowomenchatting.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.twowomenchatting.com</a>Connect with Michelle at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:twowomenchatting@gmail.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">twowomenchatting@gmail.com</a>&nbsp;for collaborations, ideas, and comments! Remember to rate, review, and share our show to join the laughter-filled conversation about midlife empowerment and beyond...Follow Michelle on Instagram at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/michelleford_twc/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@michelleford_twc</a> or <a href="https://www.facebook.com/twowomenchatting" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Facebook</a> <hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

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