Episode Show Notes Can be Found Here: https://cjmilacci.com/read-clean-ya-with-cj-podcast/ 

Links to Things Discussed in this Episode

Saints and Monsters(affiliate link): https://amzn.to/4c2H90l 
Ellen McGinty’s Website: https://www.ellenmcginty.com
Ellen McGinty on Instagram: @ ellenmcginty_author

Summary
In this episode, CJ Milacci interviews Ellen McGinty, author of the new young adult fantasy novel Saints and Monsters. They discuss the inspiration behind the story, the incorporation of Japanese history and culture, and the themes of self-worth in the book. Ellen shares her favorite character to write and how she discovered deeper themes while writing. She also provides takeaways for readers and talks about her author journey and hobbies.

Takeaways

Saints and Monsters is a fantasy novel inspired by Japanese history and culture.
The book explores the theme of self-worth.
The book also explores the struggle of finding your place for individuals with physical ailments, autoimmune disorders, and disabilities.
Readers are encouraged to see the worth in themselves and others, and to embrace the power of community.
Ellen's author journey involved rediscovering her love for writing and finding support from a group of experienced authors.


Chapters
00:00
Introduction
02:15
Ellen's new book: Saints and Monsters
03:22
Inspiration for the story
05:12
Incorporating Japanese history and culture
06:27
Themes in Saints and Monsters
10:36
Favorite character to write
13:05
Exploring the theme of self-worth
22:47
Takeaways for readers
25:49
Ellen's author journey
28:46
Hobbies and interests
31:09
Where to connect with Ellen 

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