What inspires an author to write about Nazi war criminals hiding in modern America? How does a background in corporate forensics inform thriller writing? Karen Millie-James answers these questions and more in this
fascinating conversation about craft, persistence, and the publishing journey.

Karen is a celebrated UK-based thriller author known for her Cydney Granger series—books that masterfully combine WWII history, corporate forensics, and modern political intrigue. Readers describe her work
as "gripping," "exceptionally well written," and impossible to put down. Her protagonist, Cydney Granger, investigates dark secrets that span generations, from escaped Nazis to family mysteries buried for decades.

Host Sean Kling dives deep with Karen about her journey from corporate forensics professional to published author. She shares the reality of spending years searching for the right publishing partner before finally
signing with Vinci Books, the extensive research required to authentically portray historical atrocities, and how she creates plots that keep readers up all night turning pages.

Karen reveals the inspiration behind her most compelling storylines—including investigations into Holocaust survivors being manipulated by the descendants of Nazi war criminals—and why combining historical crimes
with contemporary business and political intrigue creates such powerful narratives. She also discusses the challenges of writing sensitive historical content with accuracy and respect while maintaining the pace of a thriller.

Key Topics Explored:
The transition from corporate career to full-time thriller author, how forensics expertise informs authentic crime storytelling, researching sensitive historical topics like the Holocaust and Nazi Germany, the years-long journey to
find the right publishing partner, creating a series protagonist readers connect with deeply, balancing historical accuracy with page-turning fiction, and the inner workings of the publishing industry from an author's perspective.

This conversation goes beyond typical author interviews to explore the craft of thriller writing, the importance of thorough research, and the persistence required to succeed in the competitive publishing world. Karen's insights apply to
any creative professional building a body of work while navigating industry gatekeepers.

About Karen Millie-James:
Karen is a UK-based thriller author whose Cydney Granger series includes "The Shadows Behind Her Smile" and "Where In The Dark," with the highly anticipated "A Thousand Silent Cries" releasing soon through her new publisher, Vinci Books.
Drawing on her corporate forensics background, she crafts thrillers that combine historical depth with contemporary suspense. She's also launching a podcast interviewing authors and publishing professionals.
Whether you're an aspiring author, a thriller fan curious about the creative process, or someone fascinated by how historical crimes echo into modern times, this episode delivers compelling insights into the art and business of storytelling.

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Website: karenmilliejames.com
Facebook: @karenmilliejames
Instagram: @kmilliejames
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