Ep 124: From Attorney to Romance Author with Audrey Ingram

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In this episode, author Audrey Ingram spills the tea on what inspired her newest novel, The Summer We Ran (coming June 3, 2025). Think: teenage love, political ambition, and a dual-timeline structure that spans 25 years and manages to hit you right in the gut and makes you think.

We also dig into how Audrey traded in her life as a practicing attorney for full-time writing and mom-life. The decision to pivot careers during a pandemic? Bold. Brave. And totally intentional. Plus, it’s given her a fresh lens on fulfillment, feminism, and what it really means to choose your own adventure.

INSIDE THE EPISODE:

🎙️ Why the publishing world is actually a surprisingly supportive crew—and how connecting with fellow writers can keep you sane

🎙️ How redefining feminism helped her embrace passion over pressure

🎙️ Her 12-week first draft practice, and why editing is where the magic happens

🎙️ The role of trusted early readers (and how she uniquely approaches this step)

🎙️ How she ups the ante with every book by challenging herself structurally

🎙️ Her secret weapon for leveling up as a writer

🎙️ What she does with thoughtful reviews, and how she ensures she stays true to her own voice

🗞️ The Damn Good "Can't Stop Writing" Formula

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챕터

1. Introduction to Elizabeth Lyons (00:00:00)

2. "The Summer We Ran" Book Overview (00:03:04)

3. Collegial Nature of Publishing Industry (00:06:59)

4. From Law Career to Full-time Writer (00:13:38)

5. Writing Process and Editing Journey (00:23:15)

6. Reading Reviews and Growing as Writer (00:32:00)

7. Challenging Yourself with New Writing Styles (00:37:17)

8. Book Recommendations and Connections (00:43:29)