In this captivating episode of the Storehouse Media Group Podcast, host Sherrie Price Clark and co-host Neil Haleywelcome acclaimed author and broadcast writer Lorna Graham—whose career spans writing for Dateline NBC, penning speeches for presidents and celebrities, and authoring the novels The Ghost of Greenwich Village and her newest release, Where You Once Belonged.
Lorna opens up about the inspiration behind her latest novel, a dual-timeline story about a hardened journalist rediscovering her idealistic roots. Drawing from her own life—including her work in television news and her experience growing up without a mother—Lorna explores how personal experience, professional insight, and emotional honesty combine to create fiction that resonates.
The conversation touches on Lorna's writing process, the evolution from her debut novel to her latest work, and the lessons she learned from crafting true stories at Dateline. Whether you're a fan of compelling fiction, fascinated by behind-the-scenes newsrooms, or simply love powerful character-driven stories, this episode will leave you inspired.
The story behind Where You Once Belonged and its dual-timeline narrative
How Lorna’s journalism background at Dateline NBC shaped her fiction writing
The power of meeting your younger self—and being changed by it
The emotional and creative contrast between her two books
Behind-the-scenes inspiration from Dateline: “It’s not about the murder—it’s about the marriage”
Why Lorna aims to write fully human antagonists—not just “villains”
Her reflections on career, character development, and storytelling in both real life and fiction
Being featured in Jenna Bush Hager’s Read with Jenna spotlight
Working with public figures like Tom Hanks, Harrison Ford, Morgan Freeman, and U.S. Presidents
Lorna’s candid take on staying grounded while writing about ambition and regret
“What if your younger self inspired you—what if they made you want to become that person again?”
“In journalism and in fiction, fairness matters—even to the villains.”
“Dateline has taught me that the best stories are about relationships and choices.”
“I wanted to write about a character who had the same building blocks as me—but made completely different choices.”
Where You Once Belonged by Lorna Graham
A gripping and emotionally rich novel that follows Everly Page, a seasoned journalist with a cynical edge, as she unexpectedly reconnects with the hopeful, fearless young woman she used to be. Set in the world of high-stakes television news and small-town college memories, the novel explores regret, ambition, and rediscovery.
Available at all major book retailers and on Amazon
Featured on Read with Jenna by Jenna Bush Hager
Website: www.lornagraham.com
Twitter: @VeryVillageGal
Books: The Ghost of Greenwich Village and Where You Once Belonged
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