Andrea Bartz, bestselling author and creator of The Last Ferry Out, takes us behind the scenes of her writing process and the raw emotions that fuel her stories. In this episode, Andrea opens up about how she channels her personal fears, vulnerabilities, and experiences into her novels, pushing boundaries and creating characters that evoke real emotions. She shares her journey of overcoming self-doubt, embracing creativity, and why writing about difficult subjects helps her and her readers confront their own truths. **In This Episode:** -Andrea’s journey to becoming a bestselling author and how she evolved as a writer -How she uses her personal experiences to create relatable, complex characters -The emotional power behind her latest book, The Last Ferry Out -Why she’s not afraid to dive into uncomfortable themes in her writing -The balance between ambition and self-compassion in her creative process -How writing helps her manage anxiety and transform fear into fuel for creativity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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