Ep. 26-2025: Katia Lief

This week I was thrilled to welcome Katia Lief—acclaimed author and fiction instructor at The New School in Manhattan—onto The Story Blender. We discuss the strengths of the upcoming generation of storytellers (it might surprise you), the power of imagination, telling (and writing) authentic stories, writing activities that will help you improve your writing today, and her latest book WOMEN LIKE US.

Ever wondered how to blend heart, suspense, and authenticity into a single storyline? Don’t miss this episode—Katia shares the secrets behind her storytelling success.

Tune in wherever you get your podcasts—and let us know:
What’s the one element you think makes a story unforgettable?

Transcription available on request.