Episode 79: [Jillian Forsberg] Writing Historical Fiction to Tell Important Stories

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Elizabeth chats with author, Jillian Forsberg, about her writing life, what inspired her to write her recent novel "Rhino Keeper," and the importance of telling stories that matter. You'll learn about what helps Jillian stay focused on her goals and how she approaches her writing life. This episode is packed full of inspiration to remind you about the importance of telling your story or telling a story you feel needs to be told.

For listeners of this episode, Jillian is offering you a hardcover copy of her books when you mention you heard her here. This offer is for listeners in the US and Canada only. This episode mentions Rhino Keeper by Jillian Forsberg.

Jillian Forsberg is a historical fiction author, mother, pet owner, and bridal store owner. She has a masters degree in public history and her stories focus on little known peoples and historic animals. She lives in Wichita, Kansas.

Books and Resources mentioned in this episode:

Storyworthy by Matthew Dicks
Marvelous by Molly Greeley
The Moth: The Art and Craft of Storytelling

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