As the daughter of a college professor, Kaira Rouda moved around a lot as a kid. Being constantly thrust into new environments helped her develop the resilience that she’s carried with her throughout her life; which is a good thing because it's a big requirement for becoming an author! Kaira is a USA TODAY, Amazon charts, and international bestselling, multiple award-winning author of contemporary fiction that explores what goes on beneath the surface of seemingly perfect lives. Her domestic suspense novels include Best Day Ever, The Favorite Daughter, All the Difference, and The Next Wife. How did she go from working two jobs to becoming a bestselling author? How did her third grade teacher impact her career choice? Is Dallas one of the best TV shows ever? Listen in to hear Kaira’s answers to these questions as well as discuss her new novel, Somebody’s Home, which will be released on Tuesday, January 18th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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