Magical Journeys: Margaret Izard on Writing, Resilience, and the Stones of Iona

In this enchanting episode of the Shine Within podcast, host Gina Kunadian welcomes award-winning author Margaret Izard for a deep dive into the mystical world of her Stones of Iona series. Margaret shares her incredible journey as a writer, blending romance, fantasy, and historical intrigue in her captivating books set in the magical landscapes of Scotland. She discusses her recent honor of winning the Reader’s Favorite Fall 2024 Honorable Mention Award for Stone of Love and the hard work behind bringing her stories to life.

Margaret offers an exclusive look into her upcoming releases, including Stone of Doubt, set to debut in 2025, and the recently released Christmas companion book, Thistle in the Mistletoe. She shares her unique process of weaving historical accuracy with paranormal elements and how real artifacts like the Brooch of Lorne inspire her plots. With a background in the performing arts, Margaret also touches on how her stories lend themselves to potential film or television adaptations.

Listeners will enjoy Margaret’s reflections on balancing her creative pursuits with her personal life as a mother of triplets, as well as her advice for aspiring writers to embrace inspiration, signs, and the power of fate in their creative journeys. Whether you’re a fan of paranormal romance, historical fantasy, or someone chasing their dreams, Margaret’s story is sure to inspire.

Learn more about Margaret and her upcoming releases at margaretizardauthor.com and follow her on social media @mizardauthor for updates and special giveaways. Don't miss this magical episode!

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