Lauren Appelbaum on Writing a Millennial Retelling of Pride and Prejudice

Disclosure: We are part of the Amazon Affiliate/LTK Creator programs. We will receive a small commission at no cost if you purchase a book. This post may contain links to purchase books.In today’s episode, I’m thrilled to chat with debut author Lauren Appelbaum about her novel Rachel Weiss's Group Chat. We discuss her writing journey, the inspiration behind her Jewish millennial retelling of Pride and Prejudice, and her favorite part of writing this fun, extroverted heroine. Lauren also gives us a sneak peek into her next novel, set for release in 2025, and shares her favorite book recommendations that are perfect for rom-com lovers.Show Highlights:Lauren’s decade-long journey to publishing her debut novel Rachel Weiss's Group ChatA fun blend of Pride and Prejudice, Bridget Jones’s Diary, and Broad City in a modern, millennial retellingA glimpse into Lauren's next book, releasing in 2025, featuring a remote worker, a beach house inheritance, and a blossoming romanceLauren's personal experience with inheriting property and how it influences her writingThe books Lauren is currently reading, including the ACOTAR seriesThree fun book recommendations from Lauren:All They Ask Is Everything by Hadley Leggett – a powerful debut exploring motherhoodTill They're With You by Lindsey Hamroff – a fun rom-com about an aspiring chef and a pop starWorst in Show by Anna E. Collins – a dog show-themed rom-com with pet shop ownersBooks Mentioned:Rachel Weiss's Group Chat by Lauren Appelbaum https://amzn.to/4eYFJVEAll They Ask Is Everything by Hadley Leggett https://amzn.to/3NgSe2GTill There Was You by Lindsey Hameroff https://amzn.to/3U2jndsWorst in Show by Anna E. Collins https://amzn.to/3U0lyhMA Court of Thorns and Roses series by Sarah J. Maas https://amzn.to/3zI6OxkFind Lauren Online:Instagram: @LaurenAppelbaumWebsite: laurenappelbaumbooks.comWant to check out more book recommendations?Visit What to Read Next Blog for reader tips, popular books like recommendations, and many more posts.  Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetterLicense code: IP29FC0QKB6DV2UE