BEGUILING HOLLYWOOD

Oh, Susannah! How I miss my segments of your story! I so looked forward to every episode, and was dashed each time I heard the narrator soothingly sign off, until next time. And when it was all over, for real, I wanted to wring the author’s neck for not writing more! The story is a fairytale, of the modern variety, full of heroes and villains and enchanting twists and magical good fortune and heartbreaking misfortune. The perfect pitch of narration adds a layer of reality, especially when she goes off script to comment on politics and pandemics. The perfectly chosen quotes that begin each episode bring a lovely reminder of Hollywood’s long reaching allure. The author’s talent is in the weaving of humor and mirth into an insiders view of Tinseltown. It was a story that should not end, because there is always more to say. I beg of you, Susannah Corwin, take me down another rabbit hole filled with the wonders of your Hollywood!

If anyone knows Hollywood from an insider’s perspective, Susannah Corwin does. She’s been in the business. Her husband’s been in the business. She’s been *around* the business most of her working life. So do you think it’s unlikely that a babysitter would land a job as studio exec? Believe me, follow this story one step at a time and it’ll seem completely natural. I first read this book when it was print only. I turned the pages entranced. I cried at the end. But in a good way. To hear the author’s voice takes it to a whole new level. I felt I was being enchanted and my troubles were being soothed away by the sound of Susannah Corwin telling her story.

I've been a fan of Susnnah Corwin's writing for years, loving her early screenplays' quirky characters & unusual plots. Here, her already-great writing style just keeps getting better. These Hollywood characters *are* beguiling, pulling you into the bizzare world of L.A. in the most delightful way. The narrator's voice softly leads you on a walk through Hollywood "locations" - a walk with *just* the right amount of wander. Corwin's observational eye catches all & her take on what she sees will keep you chuckling. A five star listen!

We need great compelling stories that transport us away from ourselves right now and This is one of them. Please do yourself a favor and add this to your new episode queue. After listening to a few, it will become one of those shows that you are so happy to see pop up in your feed.