Motherhood, Military Life, and the Oregon Trail: A Chat with Kaci Curtis (E175)
In today’s episode, I’m chatting with Kaci Curtis. Kaci is a military spouse and mom of two. She just spent two years living on the island of Guam, where she loved to explore the jungles and beaches with her husband and kids. She loves all things National Parks, hiking, camping, reading while sipping coffee, and cackling with her bookclub. She also contributes a monthly blog to the nonprofit, Mission:Milspouse. Her debut novel, Along the Trail, released today, congratulations Kaci!
Episode Highlights
How Kaci balances motherhood with her writing life and fits creativity into a busy season.
The inspiration behind Along the Trail and how growing up in Independence, Missouri—the starting point of the Oregon Trail—shaped her fascination with this story.
The realities of military life, frequent moves, and finding creative grounding in new places.
The importance of validation, persistence, and courage when tackling big, intimidating projects.
Her book flight, featuring historical fiction with fantastical and speculative elements.
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Books and authors mentioned in the episode:
The Lord of the Rings trilogy by J.R.R. Tolkien
Night by Elie Wiesel
The Sword of Truth series by Terry Goodkind
The Spellshop by Sarah Beth Durst
Iron Flame/Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros
Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins
Book Flight
Outlander by Diane Gabaldon
Walk on Earth a Stranger by Ray Carlson
Revolution by Jennifer Donnelly
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