Hi Friends,
I’m writing this from the London rehearsal room of Austenland the musical, where I am listening to talented actors sing and act jokes I have written - they are putting the “joy” in “joyous season.” So this note will be a short one. Here’s what I’m looking forward to in 2025:
1. Sharing behind-the-scenes moments of my 2026 novel with you as I write it
2. Watching Austenland - my new musical - in a concert performance at the Savoy Theater in London for one day only in March
3. The debut of my daughter’s middle grade book, The Extraterrestrial Zoo, in March
4. Spending time with my husband, kids, and grandkids.
I know that after January 20th, things in this country are going to be a challenge and will test my patience and my rage - but I am choosing to believe that just means there is more need for art that promotes kindness and compassion, and that actively seeks to dismantle systems of oppression and divisiveness. So I’m choosing to remember that there are certain things that I can control - and that’s what I’m leaning into. “Don’t let anyone steal your joy” feels like a good mantra.
Wishing you all health, happiness, and excellent books in the coming year!
XO,
Jodi
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