Kemper Donovan on Story, Hollywood, and the Enduring Power of Agatha Christie

Presented by: Clay Stafford | Kemper Donovan | Lisa Malice

Lisa Malice shares her journey from aspiring writer to published author, followed by an in depth conversation between Clay Stafford and Kemper Donovan. Together they explore his background in Hollywood, his podcast All About Agatha, and the lasting influence of Agatha Christie on his writing.

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