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The book that inspired Carley Fortune's writing career
Carley Fortune is one of the biggest names in contemporary romance. This year, two of her hit novels are being adapted into TV series, and has shown no signs of slowing down. Her most recent book, Our Perfect Storm, is a romance set on the breathtaking shores of Tofino. Before becoming an author, she worked as a journalist, and before that she was an avid reader with a love for storytelling. She'll talk about some of the most influential books in her life, and what drove her to start telling her own stories. Plus, Youth Recipient of a 2026 Indspire...
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This story has had the biggest influence on my writing. My dream was to show myself that I could I could write a book. I'm Antonio Michael Downing. Welcome to the next chapter.
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