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True Fiction Project

Reenita Hora
Historical Fiction
Galveston Hurricane
San Francisco, United States
Taylor Swift
Eyebrow Queens
Shake Down
Checkout Time
Partition Of India
Dissonance
Project Suicide
Last Light Over Galveston
Indian Art
Mary Anning
Freefall, A Divine Comedy
Crime Thriller
Era By Era
Corpse In the Craftsman Cottage
Narmada River
Not Quite
Aneri Shah

The True Fiction Project is an unscripted-to-scripted podcast series that explores the journey of a story from non-fiction to fiction. It showcases the art of audio storytelling to explore how scripted fiction is inspired by our daily life, and it explores how audio storytelling can spark interesting IP that can be further developed for other media. Join our host Reenita Hora, as she conducts audi... more

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In this episode of The True Fiction Project, actor Rishi Jaiswal walks us through his unlikely leap from aerospace engineering to a national Broadway tour, his lead role in The Revolution's Wife, and the deeply personal story behind his new short fil... more

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This episode of the True Fiction Project dives into the remarkable true story behind the historical fiction novel, Charlotte Salomon Paints Her Life, by Pamela Reitman about Charlotte Salomon, a young Jewish artist who painted over a thousand works w... more

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What happens when historical fiction dares to challenge the rules? On the True Fiction Project, host Reenita Hora welcomes New York Times bestselling author Madeline Martin, whose latest novel, The Secret Book Society, uncovers the radical act of wom... more

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Historical fiction meets raw human resilience in this rich conversation with award-winning author Jennifer Wright on this episode of the True Fiction Project. Jennifer’s book, Last Light Over Galveston, centers on women's empowerment during the turn ... more

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Recent Guests

Pamela Reitman
Award-winning author and biographical fiction writer
Author of Charlotte Salomon Paints Her Life
Episode: S8 Ep 2 - Charlotte Salomon Paints Her Life
Madeline Martin
New York Times bestselling author of historical fiction; based in Florida
Self-published and traditionally published author; Hanover Square Press/HarperCollins
Episode: S8 Ep 1 - The Secret Book Society
Jennifer Wright
Award-winning author focusing on historical fiction; author of The Last Light Over Galveston
Self-published/Independent author (publisher not specified)
Episode: S7 Ep 12 - Last Light Over Galveston
Caroline Sullivan
UK-based music journalist and author of Era by Era, An Unauthorized Biography
Author, Era by Era
Episode: S7 Ep 11 - Taylor Era by Era
John McDermott
novelist and professor of creative writing
Stephen F. Austin State University
Episode: S7 Ep 10 - The Last Spirits of Manhattan
Kelda Muzik
Multifaceted artist (singer, songwriter, actor, fashion producer)
Tamz beret line, Diva Project album
Episode: S7 Ep 9 - Get Up and Get it
Lily Iona MacKenzie
Author and novelist read from her novel Freefall, A Divine Comedy
Author, Penel Press
Episode: S7 Ep 8 - Freefall: A Divine Comedy
Michele C. Hollow
Author and journalist offering historical fiction about animals, climate, and culture
Author, journalist (Next Avenue, The New York Times, The Guardian)
Episode: S7 Ep 7 - Jurassic Girl
Lori Pollard-Johnson
Storyteller and author of Corpse in the Craftsman Cottage
Wild Rose Press
Episode: S7 Ep 6 - Corpse in the Craftsman Cottage

Host

Reenita Hora
Host of The True Fiction Project; conducts audio interviews and oversees the transformation of interviews into fiction.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 81 ratings
  • Love your podcast

    I love your podcast, it’s one of my most favourite podcast. Please continue doing them.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    !!!Jeff!!!
    United States4 years ago
  • Awesome podcast !!!

    I’m so happy I found this podcast. My first listen was just last night and I’m hooked. I listen to many different podcasts but this podcast is now at the top of my list.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @Thomas221
    United States4 years ago
  • Wonderful Podcast!

    Wonderful Podcast; Will listen to the episodes over again!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Beth B. Reed
    United States4 years ago
  • Best Podcast!!!

    This podcast will provide you with just the right information.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Freddie970
    United States4 years ago
  • The Art of Storytelling

    If you are a story teller or someone who loves stories, even when you don’t always know where the line between fiction and non fiction is drawn, this podcast is for you. As a recent guest, on the Anna Delvey episode, and fellow podcaster, I appreciated Reenita’s excellent and engaging questions.

    Apple Podcasts
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    FlameRetardant
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

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High-quality storytelling that blends interview and fiction seamlessly.
Varied guests and thoughtful takes on research and licensing.
Engaging questions that illuminate how nonfiction becomes fiction.
Great for listeners who love craft and process in storytelling.

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S8 Ep 1 - The Secret Book Society
Q: Tell us why you shifted from historical romance to historical fiction and why self-publishing mattered in that transition.
She explains the shift was driven by a desire to tell deeper historical stories with more nuanced worlds, and that self-publishing initially helped her control pace and revenue, though ultimately traditional publishing provided broader reach for historical fiction.
S6 Ep 11 - Checkout Time
Q: How did you transition from veterinary medicine to writing fiction, and how did your career influence your storytelling?
He explains that a medical writing background built discipline and familiarity with complex topics, while short fiction offered a practical path to publishable work that could later anchor longer novels; the shift was gradual, driven by a combination of time, opportunity, and passion.
S6 Ep 12 - Dissonance
Q: What are your influences and why do you focus on sci-fi thriller within this genre?
Influences span Tolkien, Suzanne Collins, Stephen King, and a visually driven approach; the discussion emphasizes blending science-fiction with thriller elements to create a unique vibe.
S6 Ep 12 - Dissonance
Q: Is the tetralogy the same thing as a quadrilogy?
Not exactly; tetralogy and quadrilogy refer to four-book structures in different media, but the speaker prefers the term quadrilogy for consistency.
S6 Ep 12 - Dissonance
Q: Dissonance, is that a quadrilogy or a trilogy?
It's effectively a four-book series that began as a trilogy; the prequel was expanded into the lineup, leading to the current quadrilogy.

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Frequently Asked Questions About True Fiction Project

What is True Fiction Project about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The series profiles a journey from real-life interviews to crafted fiction, with conversations that uncover how nonfiction material can inspire character-driven stories and audio drama. Guests span authors, journalists, and artists across books, arts, and media, discussing research methods, licensing, and the balance between fact and storytelling. Each episode pairs an interview with a fiction writer who turns key elements of the conversation into short audio fiction, then blends print and audio narratives to illustrate how truth can seed imagination. A notable pattern is the exploration of historical events, biographical details, and cross-media storytelling, making it appealing to listeners who enjoy rigor, creativity, and practical craft... more

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1. Pamela Reitman
2. Madeline Martin
3. Jennifer Wright
4. Caroline Sullivan
5. John McDermott
6. Kelda Muzik
7. Lily Iona MacKenzie
8. Michele C. Hollow

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