Show Notes:

Exploring 'The Broken Weathervane' with Laura DeNooyer

In this episode of Book Talk with Cara, host Cara Putman interviews Laura de Noyer about her latest novel, 'The Broken Weathervane.' Laura shares her background as an art and writing teacher from Wisconsin, her experience as a mother of four, and her journey as an author of three published novels. She explains how her latest book was inspired by her family’s history and discusses the themes and symbols present in the story, particularly focusing on mental health. The conversation also covers Laura's writing process, her interactions with book clubs, and her favorite lines from the novel. Laura encourages listeners to visit her website and sign up for her newsletter to stay connected.

You can learn more about Laura and her books at her website: https://lauradenooyer-author.com/

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

00:18 Meet Laura de Noyer

01:06 Laura's Road Trip Adventures

02:01 The Inspiration Behind 'The Broken Weathervane'

03:38 Themes and Symbols in the Book

05:35 Leslie's Journey and Challenges

06:49 Laura's Writing Journey

09:18 Finding Inspiration for Stories

11:09 Engaging with Book Clubs

12:26 Lightning Round: Quick Questions

14:30 Favorite Line and Final Thoughts

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