Get cozy as we chat with Nita Prose, the brilliant author behind the #1 New York Times bestseller, The Maid, and its highly anticipated sequel, The Maid’s Secret. Nita invites us into the intriguing world of Molly Gray, everyone's favorite quirky hotel maid turned amateur detective, as she discusses crafting characters, building suspense, and the art of writing cozy mysteries with clever twists. Packed with behind-the-scenes insights, storytelling advice, and delightful anecdotes, this episode is perfect for aspiring authors, mystery lovers, and fans of Agatha Christie-style whodunits. Pour yourself a cup of tea, grab your notebook, and get ready to unravel the secrets of writing a bestselling mystery.

In Her Words presents thoughtful conversations with leaders across entertainment from film and television to media and gaming and everything in between; as we talk about what it takes to make your mark in the industry, lessons these incredible people have learned along the way, and how they have found their way in an ever-changing environment. With in-depth conversations and pre-submitted listener questions, each episode provides candid advice for navigating today’s entertainment industry, giving listeners an inside look at how key players got their start, and guidance for building the necessary toolkit to bring careers to life in film, TV, music, theater, graphics, writing, animation and beyond.

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Melissa Fumero, star of “Brooklyn 99” and “Grosse Pointe Garden Society”, joins us for this warm, funny, and insightful conversation where shares candid stories from her journey—from her Cuban-American roots to becoming one of TV's most beloved Latina actresses. We go behind the scenes of her roles on shows like “One Life to Live”, “Blockbuster”, and her directing work on “Primo”. Melissa opens up about navigating Hollywood, advocating for Latino representation, and balancing life both in front of and behind the camera. Whether you're just starting out or looking to level up your career, Melissa’s advice on resilience, creativity, and seizing opportunities will leave you feeling inspired and ready to take on your own story.

In Her Words presents thoughtful conversations with leaders across entertainment from film and television to media and gaming and everything in between; as we talk about what it takes to make your mark in the industry, lessons these incredible people have learned along the way, and how they have found their way in an ever-changing environment. With in-depth conversations and pre-submitted listener questions, each episode provides candid advice for navigating today’s entertainment industry, giving listeners an inside look at how key players got their start, and guidance for building the necessary toolkit to bring careers to life in film, TV, music, theater, graphics, writing, animation and beyond.

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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5AfPfPQ2EPGuC1PhcqJpGW?si=fdb445a8906b49b4

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Marina Adair has sold over a million books, topped Amazon’s Kindle chart at #1, and has been named a Best of TikTok author. Now, she’s giving us a master class in modern rom‑com storytelling as we unpack her sizzling new enemies‑to‑lovers novel Love to Hate You—a You’ve Got Mail–inspired showdown where sparks (and snark) fly in Mystic, CT—while diving deep into the business and craft of contemporary romance.

Inside the episode:

• Marina’s journey from screenwriting to million‑copy novelist and Hallmark hitmaker

• How Nora Ephron’s legacy and sharp character work fuel her own love‑drunk banter

• Writing process secrets: plotting tropes, building chemistry, and “raising the stakes”

• Self‑publishing vs. trad‑pub: what TikTok virality and social media mean for authors now

• Current romance trends—why enemies‑to‑lovers still sizzles and how tropes guide reader cravings

Come for the witty banter, stay for the actionable advice every storyteller (and romance reader) needs.

In Her Words presents thoughtful conversations with leaders across entertainment from film and television to media and gaming and everything in between; as we talk about what it takes to make your mark in the industry, lessons these incredible people have learned along the way, and how they have found their way in an ever-changing environment. With in-depth conversations and pre-submitted listener questions, each episode provides candid advice for navigating today’s entertainment industry, giving listeners an inside look at how key players got their start, and guidance for building the necessary toolkit to bring careers to life in film, TV, music, theater, graphics, writing, animation and beyond.

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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5AfPfPQ2EPGuC1PhcqJpGW?si=fdb445a8906b49b4

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-her-words/id1674672975

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