What are You Reading? What are You Writing? ep. 268 with V.A. Murphy

Meet V. A. Murphy, a historical fiction writer with a passion for storytelling rooted in resilience, music, and strong female characters. In this engaging interview with author and host Karen E. Osborne, Murphy reflects on a career that balanced business savvy with a creative spirit. Together, they explore how characters often lead the story, the challenges of writing about the Great Depression, misogyny, and anti-immigrant bias, and how jazz and music influence the creative process.

If you love bold women, powerful themes, and rich historical backdrops, this one’s for you.