Welcome, fellow book enthusiasts! This week’s Jen’s Jewels brings you a delightful chat with author Rea Frey about her captivating new novel, IN EVERY LIFE. Get ready to explore a world where parallel universes and “what-ifs” come to life on the page. Rea’s story weaves together love, loss, and second chances in a way that’ll tug at your heartstrings while sparking your imagination. We’ll dive into her writing process, discover what inspired this unique tale, and even learn about her fascinating role as a “book doula.” Whether you’re a die-hard fiction fan or just love peering behind the curtain of an author’s mind, this column has something special for you. So, curl up in your favorite reading spot and join us for a friendly literary adventure with Rea Frey!   Jennifer Vido: What inspired you to explore the concept of parallel universes and “what-ifs” in this novel? Rea Frey: I think a lot of us have what ifs. What if we’d chosen a different career? What if we’d moved to a different country? What if we’d picked a different partner? What if we’d chosen a grass is greener life? Would it all turn out differently? Playing with these “what ifs”…

1–What is the title of your latest release? IN EVERY LIFE   2–What’s the “elevator pitch” for your new book? What happens when a newlywed couple is faced with an unexpected diagnosis… and a possible second chance to do it all over again?   3–How did you decide where your book was going to take place? I love setting my books in both familiar and unfamiliar locations. I set this book in Chattanooga and Brooklyn, two cities I love!   4–Would you hang out with your protagonist in real life? I would totally hang out with Harper. I love that she adores teaching, but she really wants to become an artist. I think I could positively influence her to go after her dreams!   5–What are three words that describe your protagonist? Loyal. Passionate. Torn.   6–What’s something you learned while writing this book? I have done a lot of research on quantum healing and have learned that sick people can have spontaneous remissions. It’s not “woo-woo.” It’s science. There’s actual data to prove that miracles can happen if we are open to it.   7–Do you edit as you draft or wait until you are totally done? Typically, I…