Journey with us on this episode of Author Express as Kristi Leonard interviews Lindsay Marie Morris, an LA-based journalist-turned-novelist whose Sicilian roots and love of historical fiction have shaped her latest release, Beneath the Sicilian Stars. Discover how Lindsay weaves emotional depth, family secrets, and little-known history—like the World War II internment of Italian immigrants in California—into her gripping storytelling. From a childhood fascination with science to personal family traditions and secret-keeping, Lindsay reveals the inspiration behind her novels and how her journalism background informs her creative process. If you’re a fan of contemporary historical fiction, Italian culture, or stories that balance sweeping drama with intimate moments, you won’t want to miss the unique insights and writing tips Lindsay shares in this heartfelt, engaging chat.Lindsay Marie Morris is a Los Angeles-based novelist and journalist with a B.A. in Communications from Marquette University. A former Shape Magazine editor, she writes for publications like Forks Over Knives, focusing on travel, health, wellness, and plant-based living. Passionate about storytelling, she explores diverse topics through her work. In her free time, Lindsay enjoys camping, outdoor adventures, cooking, and baking.Connect with Lindsay Marie: Website- <a href="https://www.lindsaymariemorris.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">lindsaymariemorris.com</a>Instagram- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lindsaymariemorris/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@lindsaymariemorris</a>Support your local bookstore & this podcast by getting your copy of&nbsp;Beneath the Sicilian Stars&nbsp;&nbsp;at <a href="https://bookshop.org/a/90599/9781805088530" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bookshop.org</a> <h2>A little about today's host-</h2>Kristi Leonard is a modern Renaissance woman deeply rooted in the book world. When she's not immersed in crafting novels, she's orchestrating writing retreats through her business, Writers in the Wild, or lending her voice to non-fiction audiobooks. She leads the Women’s Fiction Writers Association as the president of the board, and interviews her writer pals as one of the hosts of the Author Express Podcast. She will start querying her first book in 2024.Beyond the realm of words, Kristi embraces the Florida sunshine by hiking with her writer-hiker group and leisurely walks on the beach. She and her husband&nbsp;juggle a couple side businesses and take turns sharing the couch with their goofy Golden-doodle, Maddie. Kristi enjoys travel adventures with her twin sister and living vicariously through her grown children. You can learn more about her and connect at:&nbsp;<a href="https://linktr.ee/kristileonard" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://linktr.ee/kristileonard</a>. Be sure to follow or subscribe to Author Express wherever you listen to podcasts and to follow us on Instagram<a href="https://instagram.com/AuthorExpressPodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @AuthorExpressPodcast </a> Learn more about our hosts, the guests we've had, and their books -<a href="https://linktr.ee/AuthorExpressPodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://linktr.ee/AuthorExpressPodcast</a>

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