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The Inspiration of Barbara Pronin in Crafting Courageous Women's Stories -137
Episode 13726th November 2025 • Author Express • Shawna Rodrigues, Kathleen Basi, Kristi Leonard
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Step into the world of Author Express with an episode that bridges Brooklyn nostalgia and WWII history! Barbara Pronin, a triple award-winning author, joins Kathleen Basi to share the inspirations behind her acclaimed novel, Winter's End. Hear how early NYC subway rides and childhood freedom shaped confidence—and eventually led to compelling characters and vivid storytelling. Discover the unique research methods that brought Dutch resistance and wartime Amsterdam to life, and why character-driven fiction is at the heart of her work. If you’re passionate about historical fiction or love discovering the stories behind the writers, this episode is one not to miss.

Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., Barbara Pronin has been a Southern California resident for most of her adult life. A lover of dark chocolate, Greek sunsets, and the LA Dodgers, she is the author of seven mysteries as well as the triple- award-winning WW II historical novel, Winter’s End, which has been hailed by best-selling author Faye Kellerman as, “a page-turner with honest characters who capture your heart and soul.”

You can learn more about Barbara on her website, barbarapronin.com, connect with her on Instagram @writerbobbi, on Facebook at Barbara Pronin, Author or on Goodreads.

Support your local bookstore & this podcast by getting your copy of Winter’s End at Bookshop.org

A little about today's host-

Kathleen Basi is a novelist, musical composer, and nature lover. Her debut novel, A Song for the Road, follows a musician on an unconventional road trip. Bestselling author Kerry Anne King writes, “In a novel filled with music, heartbreak, and surprising laughter, Basi takes us on a journey that encompasses both unimaginable loss and the powerful resilience of the human heart.”

Meaty, earnest, occasionally humorous, and ultimately uplifting, Kathleen’s fiction highlights the best within ourselves and each other. She writes monthly reflections on life, writing, and beauty in her newsletter. Subscribe at https://kathleenbasi.substack.com/.

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