What happens when mystery meets purpose?

This week on the Nutmeg Lit Fest Podcast, we sit down with mystery and suspense author Liz Bullard, author of Chasing Nightmares, to talk storytelling, suspense, justice, and the inspiration behind her gripping work.

Join us as we discuss:

• The story behind Chasing Nightmares
• Writing mystery and suspense that keeps readers engaged
• Themes of justice, storytelling, and purpose
• Liz Bullard’s author journey and creative process
• Behind the scenes insight into building unforgettable stories

Whether you are a mystery lover, suspense reader, or aspiring author, this episode is packed with inspiration, storytelling insight, and bookish conversation.

Tune in and discover the story behind the suspense.

In this heartfelt episode of the Nutmeg Lit Fest Podcast, we sit down with Vanessa E. Kelman, author of Searching for Home, for a thoughtful conversation about identity, belonging, healing, and the journey of finding yourself through life’s unexpected turns. Vanessa shares the inspiration behind her work, the emotions woven into storytelling, and what “home” truly means beyond a place. During our signature From the Page segment, listeners get a closer look at the heart behind the book and the woman who wrote it. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about resilience, reflection, and rediscovery.

What happens when mythology, identity, and imagination collide?

In this episode of the Nutmeg Lit Fest Podcast, we sit down with author Kelly Jarvis to discuss her enchanting novel Selkie Moon and the deeper themes woven throughout her storytelling.

From folklore and self discovery to the emotional power of fantasy, Kelly shares the inspiration behind her writing journey, the importance of creating meaningful stories, and how mythology can help readers better understand themselves and the world around them.

In this episode:
• The inspiration behind Selkie Moon
• Mythology and folklore in modern storytelling
• Writing strong emotional themes in fantasy
• The connection between identity and imagination
• Advice for aspiring writers and creatives

Whether you are a fantasy lover, a reader searching for meaningful stories, or an aspiring author looking for inspiration, this conversation is one you will not want to miss.

Listen now and discover the magic behind the story.