On this episode of Complicated Conversations, we welcome Colleen McKeegan to discuss her debut novel, The Wild One, which is now out in paperback! The Wild One is a coming of age mystery that explores the ways trauma and societal expectations shape the women we become.
We chat with Colleen about what it really feels like to publish a book; the “origin story” of this book and how it morphed from a middle grade novel inspired by the movie “Stand By Me” into what it is today – something she herself wanted to read; the importance of the summer camp setting of the story and what it means to her personally; the sometimes messy and darker nature of female friendship, particularly when coming of age; and her serendipitous path to publication.
The Wild One is out now in paperback! Buy it, read it, share it and listen to our spoiler-free interview wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.