(Disclaimer: Strong language and adult content) Our longtime friend and #1 New York Times bestselling author Richard Paul Evans is back on the Frankie & Jess Podcast! And whenever Richard stops by, you know we’re in for some incredible stories, plenty of laughs, and a little inspiration along the way. Richard joins us to talk about his powerful new novel, Mercy’s Child, inspired by the remarkable true story of Etta Wheeler, a woman whose courage and compassion helped change the way America protects abused and neglected children. Set in 1874 New York City, the story follows an ordinary woman who finds herself confronting extraordinary circumstances after discovering a young girl living in unimaginable conditions. It’s a story about standing up for what’s right, finding your purpose, and how one person’s actions can change countless lives. Richard takes us behind the scenes of writing the book, including how artificial intelligence helped him research the Gilded Age, why he eliminated seven entire chapters, and what decades of working with brilliant editors have taught him about becoming a better writer. But that’s just part of the conversation! We also catch up on Richard’s magical 200-acre ranch near Zion National Park, where Frankie and Tammy recently attended a beautiful wedding. Richard shares some unbelievable stories involving wildfires, flooding, a runaway wheel, a destructive bear, and a few mischievous alpacas! Plus, Richard opens up about living with Tourette syndrome, including the unexpected impulses he’s experienced around some pretty famous people. Frankie also shares a personal connection involving Tammy’s Parkinson’s and how stress can affect neurological symptoms. From hilarious ranch adventures to powerful life lessons, this is one of those conversations that reminds us why we’ve loved having Richard as a friend for nearly 30 years. ABOUT RICHARD PAUL EVANS Richard Paul Evans is the internationally bestselling author of The Christmas Box, the Michael Vey series, and more than 40 novels. His books have sold more than 35 million copies worldwide and have been translated into more than 24 languages. He’s also the founder of The Christmas Box International, a nonprofit dedicated to helping abused, neglected, and homeless children and young adults. GET RICHARD’S NEW BOOK Mercy’s Child — Available now! Book information and ordering:https://richardpaulevans.com/books/mercys-child/ Publisher and purchasing options:https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Mercys-Child/Richard-Paul-Evans/9781668264218 CONNECT WITH RICHARD Official website: https://richardpaulevans.com/ Listen to the Frankie & Jess Podcast wherever you get your podcasts! A little laughter, a little inspiration, and a whole lot of great storytelling! FOLLOW FRANKIE AND JESS: Instagram, Facebook & TikTok: @listentofrankieandjess Frankie: @frankieslc Jess: @jessfergie14 Listen and subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. www.listentofrankieandjess.com Frankie and Jess PodcastReal talk. Real laughs. Every week. Disclaimer: Adult language and content. Thanks to Salt Lake's own Super Bubble for the music on The Frankie and Jess Podcast! SuperBubbleBand.com Please Support Our Sponsors: Tell them, Frankie and Jess sent you! saltlakeautobodyrepair.com rigbydental.com kengarffvwsouthtowne.com softminkyblankets.com (FrankieandJess50 for 50 percent off regular priced items) utahfacialplastics.com lifetime.com cottonwoodgarage.net redriverhealthandwellness.com gohebervalley.com fearfactoryslc.com mintmadeskincare.com mintsushiut.com justingredients.com FrankieandJess10 code to save 10% modernandchicboutique.com use our code frankieandjess (all lower case) odysseydance.com/thriller https://linktr.ee/snappopparty?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=20cc5532-145f-4781-997b-f40dfc75d353 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
