As Chandler Baker releases The Husbands, she shares the pop culture that she turns to and inspires her.
Chandler Baker is finding her voice and her voice sounds a lot like success.
“This book is really about women’s burden of the second shift,” Baker explains.
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Part of the exploration involves surprising readers who have expectations of suburbia.
She’s a relatable entry point for readers into the complex world of the thriller tale.
Now, as we prepare forThe Husbands, Baker shares the pop culture that fuels her.
The book that makes me laugh every time
I really loveBossypantsby Tina Fey.
What books you’re excited about introducing to your child
I am excited about readingA Wrinkle In Timewith her.
My daughter’s 6, so she’s closer to that stage.
Really excited aboutThe WitchesandMatilda, which are some of my favorites.
I’m looking forward to those when she gets a little bit older.
I love that era.
What I learned writing this book
To listen to women around me and make them feel seen.
I continued to find the voice I uncovered writingWhisper web connection.
There’s certainly more of a sense of wonder there and the romances for me.
The first thing I did after I finished the book
Probably gave my son a bottle.
He was like 3 months at the time.
The current thriller authors that excite me
I love Sally Hepworth.
I just read her bookThe Good Sister, which I thought was fantastic.
I really like Lindsay Cameron, who wroteJust One Look.
