Colleen McKeegan & 'The Wild One': Complicated Conversations Series

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.