Episode Summary: Alix and Kelly interview Laini Taylor—one of their favorite fantasy authors of all time—to discuss her books, inspiration, and what she's working on next! Guest Bio:Laini Taylor is the New York Times and Sunday Times bestselling author of the Daughter of Smoke and Bone trilogy, the Strange the Dreamer duology, and other books. She’s been translated into over thirty languages, shortlisted for the National Book Award, and won a Printz Honor. You can find more about writing and a warm and active community of writers at all stages at her Patreon and Discord, where she meets with members on Zoom every week. Topics Discussed:[0:00] About Laini Taylor[0:28] DoSaB Special Edition[1:42] Becoming a Writer[2:54] Getting Published[6:12] Bringing Ideas to Life[11:13] Favorite Scenes to Write[17:35] Laini + LitJoy[22:45] Why the Gods Are Blue[24:27] All about Lazo[32:06] All about Minya[40:36] Inspiration for DoSaB?[44:56] Laini's Travels[51:57] Current Project[56:14] DoSaB Crossover with Strange the Dreamer?[57:38] Secret Projects![1:01:12] Final Questions Books Mentioned in This Episode by Laini Taylor:Blackbringer (Faeries of Dreamdark) hardcoverLips Touch: Three Times audiobookDaughter of Smoke and Bone [LitJoy Special Edition Set]Strange the Dreamer Duology audiobook Other Books Mentioned in This Episode:Nettle & Bone by T.Kingfisher audiobookThe Vicious Grace by Emily Thiede audiobookThis Cursed Light by Emily Thiede audiobookLittle Thieves by Margaret Owen audiobookAuthor, Frances Hardinge's books Additional Resources:Laini Taylor's Website What's New at LitJoy?Check out our LitJoy x Brandon Mull Fablehaven SeriesPreview the upcoming LitJoy x Marissa Meyer Heartless Annotated Special EditionShop the new Cassandra Clare Collection 2024 Use the code PODCAST10 at litjoycrate.com/podcast for a 10% off discount! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.