Laura’s Podcast | Laura Joy Lloyd

Welcome to the podcast where we read stories one portion at a time and spend a few moments appreciating “the story behind the story.” For instance, I might share how readers influenced a Wren Island story. Bits about where my inspiration comes from, peeks at my writing process, ways the characters in the story inspire (or frustrate) me and readers, and more.

Beginning in summer 2025, I’ll be inviting friends to join me and chat about what we’re reading, learning, wondering about, and more.

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With Wallace Around, Part 4, Scene 39 – RWLJ126

Discover Wren Island, where there’s always more to the story and YOU influence what happens next! In this episode, the author reads from Wren Island with Wallace Around and shares interactive aspects of the story. What is Wren Island with Wallace Around about? After moving to a remote island, 70-year-old Wallace Bernard enjoys unguarded friendship with a charming neighbor—until he realizes she’s the woman he’s been avoiding for fifty years. How does interactive serialized fiction work? People who subscribe to receive Laura’s emails (also known as Wren Islanders) receive regular installments of a continuing story. Between …

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With Wallace Around, Part 4, Scene 38 – RWLJ125

With Wallace Around, Part 4, Scene 38 – RWLJ125Read More

With Wallace Around, Part 4, Scene 37 – RWLJ124

With Wallace Around, Part 4, Scene 37 – RWLJ124Read More

With Wallace Around, Part 4, Scene 36 – RWLJ123

With Wallace Around, Part 4, Scene 36 – RWLJ123Read More

With Wallace Around, Sneak Peek at Part 4 – RWLJ122

Discover Wren Island, where there’s always more to the story and YOU influence what happens next! In this episode, the author offers a sneak peek at what’s coming and shares interactive aspects of the story. What is Wren Island with Wallace Around about? After moving to a remote island, 70-year-old Wallace Bernard enjoys unguarded friendship with a charming neighbor—until he realizes she’s the woman he’s been avoiding for fifty years. How does interactive serialized fiction work? People who subscribe to receive Laura’s emails (also known as Wren Islanders) receive regular installments of a continuing story. Between …

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With Wallace Around Parts 1-3 Recap – RWLJ121

Discover Wren Island, where there’s always more to the story and YOU influence what happens next! In this episode, the author recaps Parts 1-3 of Wren Island with Wallace Around and shares additional thoughts. ***This episode contains SPOILERS for Parts 1-3 of Wren Island with Wallace Around by Laura Joy Lloyd.*** To listen without spoilers, start the story from the beginning (Episode 082) here: https://www.laurajoylloyd.com/with-wallace-around-part-1-scene-1-rwlj082/ What’s the story about? Seventy-year-old Wallace Bernard is an expert at disentangling himself from sketchy business ventures, debatable legalities, and oppressive relationships. After moving to a remote island, Wallace enjoys unguarded friendship with a charming …

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With Wallace Around, Part 3, Scene 35 – RWLJ120

Discover Wren Island, where there’s always more to the story and YOU influence what happens next! In this episode, the author reads from Wren Island with Wallace Around and shares additional thoughts. What’s the story about? Seventy-year-old Wallace Bernard is an expert at disentangling himself from sketchy business ventures, debatable legalities, and oppressive relationships. After moving to a remote island, Wallace enjoys unguarded friendship with a charming neighbor—until he realizes she’s the woman he’s been avoiding for fifty years. Email subscribers are the FIRST to hear about new releases and opportunities to influence the developing story. Get the current e-book …

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With Wallace Around, Part 3, Scene 34 – RWLJ119

Discover Wren Island, where there’s always more to the story and YOU influence what happens next! In this episode, the author reads from Wren Island with Wallace Around and shares additional thoughts. What’s the story about? Seventy-year-old Wallace Bernard is an expert at disentangling himself from sketchy business ventures, debatable legalities, and oppressive relationships. After moving to a remote island, Wallace enjoys unguarded friendship with a charming neighbor—until he realizes she’s the woman he’s been avoiding for fifty years. Email subscribers are the FIRST to hear about new releases and opportunities to influence the developing story. Get the current e-book …

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With Wallace Around, Part 3, Scene 33 – RWLJ118

Discover Wren Island, where there’s always more to the story and YOU influence what happens next! In this episode, the author reads from Wren Island with Wallace Around and shares additional thoughts. What’s the story about? Seventy-year-old Wallace Bernard is an expert at disentangling himself from sketchy business ventures, debatable legalities, and oppressive relationships. After moving to a remote island, Wallace enjoys unguarded friendship with a charming neighbor—until he realizes she’s the woman he’s been avoiding for fifty years. Email subscribers are the FIRST to hear about new releases and opportunities to influence the developing story. Get the current e-book …

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