"My writing became more authentic and descriptive when I came home. Living in Mississippi has given me more of a sense of purpose for writing about Mississippi."
Lovely interview, Linda. I was born next door in Louisiana. My parents made the decision to move to California when I was a baby. But my roots are very deep in Louisiana and it has provided the setting for several of my stories. I think my parents made the right decision at the time.
But, for me, the golden California sun has lost its glow and I dream about moving back to the South. But, as you said, home is where family and food (gumbo, thank you) are.
I don't question your staying in Mississippi. We bloom where we are planted. (BTW, I think I learned how to spell Mississippi before I learned how to spell California because because MS was such a fun word to spell.)
Thanks for sharing your story and your beautiful books.
Lovely interview, Linda. I was born next door in Louisiana. My parents made the decision to move to California when I was a baby. But my roots are very deep in Louisiana and it has provided the setting for several of my stories. I think my parents made the right decision at the time.
But, for me, the golden California sun has lost its glow and I dream about moving back to the South. But, as you said, home is where family and food (gumbo, thank you) are.
I don't question your staying in Mississippi. We bloom where we are planted. (BTW, I think I learned how to spell Mississippi before I learned how to spell California because because MS was such a fun word to spell.)
Thanks for sharing your story and your beautiful books.
Great interview - Iām a big fan of Linda and her writing!
Love this & love you, Linda. Now I want to give a billion dollars to Rosedale, too
Thanks for the interview, Lauren! I always enjoy talking about Mississippi and my hometown of Rosedale.