In this episode of Jolene's Books and Writer's Talk, host Jolene MacFadden sits down with Kerry Kriseman, author of 'Accidental First Lady'. Kriseman shares her unique experiences as a political spouse, navigating life, marriage, and motherhood in the public eye. She talks about her writing journey, challenges faced, and how she transitioned into author marketing. The conversation also delves into Kriseman's potential future projects including a children's book and a memoir about raising guide dogs. Tune in for an insightful discussion on resilience, storytelling, and the life behind the scenes of local politics. Visit the authors website: https://www.kerrykriseman.com/

00:00 Introduction to Jolene's Books and Writer's Talk

00:40 Meet the Author: Kerry Kreisman

01:48 Navigating the World of Publishing

02:33 Marketing Your Book: Lessons Learned

04:05 Current and Future Writing Projects

07:02 Challenging Perceptions and Personal Growth

13:22 The Writing Process and Inspirations

19:31 Dream Dinner Guests and Final Thoughts

22:24 Conclusion and Next Week's Preview

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