Join us as we dive into “The Dead‑Weight Resistance” with returning guest Jo Salazar, author of The Dead Weight and its thrilling sequel. We explore Quinn’s journey in post-apocalyptic St. Louis—her fight for healthcare, her emotional trauma, and the chance to redefine herself when no one knows her past. Jo shares how stepping away from social work into full-time writing has changed her life, and what drew her to themes of identity and moral complexity in the zombie genre.

This episode is packed with insights into character building, feminist storytelling, and indie publishing. We also get juicy details on new characters like Archer, Hira, and Amy, and updates on The Dead Weight book 3. Whether you love gritty apocalypse stories or smart, morally gray protagonists, this chat with Jo is a must-listen.

Find & Follow Jo Salazar

• Website: JoSalazarWriting.com
• Instagram: @jo_salazar
• TikTok: @jo_salazar

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• The Dead Weight
• The Dead Weight: Resistance

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