Aimie K. Runyan is a bestselling author known for her enchanting historical fiction novels set in France. Her latest book, "The Memory of Lavender and Sage," marks her exciting foray into contemporary fiction. Set in the charming fictional village of Saint-Colomb in Provence, the story follows Tempesta, a disaffected New York food critic who inherits a ramshackle farmhouse and discovers she has a magical gift for growing herbs that can influence people's emotions.

Discussed in this Episode:
- The allure of Provence as a setting for fiction and its influence on Aimie's writing
- Aimie's journey from historical to contemporary fiction and the challenges of the transition
- The power of food, herbs, and culinary traditions to bring people together and heal wounds
- Crafting authentic, atmospheric settings that transport readers to another time and place
- Insights on writing strong female characters, multi-generational storylines, and magical realism

Buy "The Memory of lavender and Sage" by Aimie K. Runyan on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3Kk6YfO

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Highlights:
[00:00] Introduction and background on guest Aimie K. Runyan
[02:19] Aimie's upbringing in Northern California and current life in Colorado
[03:47] Aimie's passion for France and how it influences her writing
[06:40] Favorite French authors and their impact on Aimie's work
[10:14] Aimie's children and their interest in reading and writing
[13:00] Researching in France for her novels
[15:14] Reading an excerpt from "The Memory of Lavender and Sage"
[17:31] The plot and main characters of "The Memory of Lavender and Sage"
[20:00] The antagonistic relationship between Tempesta and her grandmother Lucille
[23:03] The contemporary yet timeless feel of the novel's setting
[25:08] Tempesta's discovery of her gifts with herbs and cooking in Provence
[28:35] The pesto that mends a 60-year-old feud
[30:49] Aimie's favorite recipes featured in the book
[33:04] The three influential women in Tempesta's life: Esteva, Genofa, and Carol
[36:37] The possibility of a series set in Saint-Colomb
[37:50] The themes of hope and happiness in "The Memory of Lavender and Sage"
[39:12] Aimie's upcoming projects: "Mademoiselle Eiffel," "The Liberty Scarf," and "The Wandering Season"
[41:46] Conclusion and where to find Aimie K. Runyan's books

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