SHOW NOTES:
This week on Your Book Is In There, host Inger E. Johnson flips the script and shares a conversation from the other side of the mic. Inger sits down with Chris Damron of The Collective Cast, brought to you by Arizona Business Collective, to talk about her writing journey, her debut novel Veiled Halos, and what it really takes to navigate the publishing world as a first-time author.
From growing up in Colombia and moving to a small town in Idaho at fifteen, to a career in banking and financial planning, to becoming an empty nester who finally pursued her lifelong dream of writing a book—Inger shares the deeply personal story behind her inspiration. She also discusses what success means for her book, why she started the Your Book Is In There podcast to help other aspiring authors, and gives a sneak peek at her upcoming releases: The Muzo Emerald Murders (launching November 4, 2026) and The Road That Knows No End (spring 2027).
Tune in for a warm, candid conversation about genealogy, storytelling, and the winding path of a first-time author.
Talking Points:
- Inger E. Johnson shares a special episode featuring her interview on The Collective Cast.
- Her journey from Colombia to the United States and the experiences that shaped her life.
- How her love of genealogy, history, and storytelling inspired her to become an author.
- The personal journey behind writing and publishing Veiled Halos.
- What success means to her as a first-time author and why the journey continues beyond publishing one book.
- Why writing a book is similar to starting a business—and the mindset shift authors need to make.
- The inspiration behind her podcast, Your Book Is In There, and her mission to help aspiring authors navigate the publishing journey.
- Demystifying topics such as copyright, ISBNs, AI, KDP, marketing, and common publishing myths.
- A look at her upcoming books, including The Muzo Emerald Murders and The Road That Knows No End.
- How genealogy and real historical stories inspire her characters, settings, and future books.
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