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Writing Cozy Clean Thrillers with Michele Pariza Wacek

December 02, 2025 • Tanya Harris Roundy • Season 1 • Episode 19

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Join us for an engaging interview on Roundy's Rants, Raves, and Reviews with award-winning bestselling author Michele Pariza Wacek. Michele shares her journey as a mystery writer specializing in cozy mysteries and psychological thrillers. We dive into the interconnected nature of her books, the inspiration behind her stories, and the unique themes of family secrets and realistic supernatural elements. Michele also discusses her personal experiences with anxiety and how it influenced her writing. Don't miss out on this insightful conversation and discover more about Michele's latest releases, her fascinating characters, and her upcoming Christmas-themed novellas.

00:00 Introduction to Roundy's Show
00:11 Meet Michele Pariza Wacek: Award-Winning Author
00:30 Michele's Unique Writing Style
01:17 The Secrets of Redemption Series
02:03 Interconnected Stories in Southern Wisconsin
03:39 Michele's Early Writing Journey
05:53 Influences and Inspirations
12:16 Themes in Michele's Work
14:03 Dealing with Anxiety and Worry
18:29 The Importance of Feeling Emotions
19:04 Using Fiction to Process Emotions
20:06 Anxiety and Stress in Everyday Life
22:06 Breathing Techniques for Stress Relief
22:45 Personal Stories and Health Challenges
24:18 Creating Characters and Writing Mysteries
29:32 Life Transitions and Moving Back Home
32:14 New Book Release and Special Editions
36:43 Final Thoughts and Farewell

In a world full of uncertainty, how does one cope with unbearable loss and pain? A Christmas tragedy finds Steve and Maria struggling to find hope. With the love and support of family and friends, will they find peace as they walk through the fire of Uncertainty?

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