This week on Barely Famous, Kail chats with New York Times bestselling author T.J. Newman. T.J. opens up about feeling lost in her twenties, her journey from flight attendant to author, and the persistence it took to overcome numerous rejections for her debut book. She shares insights into her writing process, how much of herself she infuses into her characters, and the authors who inspired her. They also discuss the impact of social media on her career and dive into her latest book, Worst Case Scenario. Please support our show by checking out our sponsors! Hello Bello: Go to hellobello.com/FAMOUS, to get 30 PERCENT OFF your first customized bundle, AND a full-size freebie product of your choice. Posh Peanut: Go to PoshPeanut.com/FAMOUS, and use promo code FAMOUS for twenty percent off your first order. Shopify: Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/barelyfamous Zocdoc: Go to Zocdoc.com/BARELY and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then find and book a top-rated doctor today. Link to new book Worst Case Scenario: https://amzn.to/3SMZ4An Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tj_author/ Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/21152218.T_J_Newman TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tj_newman X: https://twitter.com/T_J_Newman?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5EauthorSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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