1–What is the title of your latest release? THE RETREAT 2–What’s the “elevator pitch” for your new book? When Nadia Abbasi discovers that her husband of ten years is having an affair, her attempts to save her marriage lead to unexpected complications as she navigates the twists and turns of love. 3–How did you decide where your book was going to take place? I love setting stories in places I’m familiar with, so there was no question in my mind that this book would take place in and around Los Angeles. 4–Would you hang out with your protagonist in real life? Absolutely! 5–What are three words that describe your protagonist? Compassionate, guarded, forgiving. 6–What’s something you learned while writing this book? To trust myself through the writing process. To know that even if I don’t have all the answers at the start, I will find my way to those answers by the end. 7–Do you edit as you draft or wait until you are totally done? I always edit as I draft (which is probably why it takes me so long!) 8–What’s your favorite foodie indulgence? Currently, the dark chocolate peanut butter cups from Trader Joe’s! 9–Describe your writing space/office!…