Lucky Is NOW On Apple TV! | Our Interview With The Author: Marissa Stapley Ctv News Ottawa [l9OwObhDrix]

This week on the podcast, we're joined by New York Times bestselling author Marissa Stapley!

Marissa sits down with us to talk about her bestselling novel Lucky, the Reese's Book Club pick that has now been adapted into the brand-new Apple TV+ series Lucky, starring Anya Taylor-Joy, Annette Bening, Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Timothy Olyphant, and Drew Starkey.

We dive into the incredible journey from page to screen, what it was like seeing her story come to life, the inspiration behind Lucky, and the highs and moncton wildcats challenges of being a bestselling author. Marissa also shares behind-the-scenes insights into the adaptation process, her the pitt writing career, and what it feels like to watch an all-star cast bring her characters to life.

Whether you're a longtime fan of Marissa's books, have already started watching the series, or are curious about the writing and adaptation process, this conversation is full of behind-the-scenes stories, inspiration, and plenty of laughs!

You can find Marissa here!

Timestamps

0:00 - Intro

3:06 - How Lucky came to life

9:01 - Reeses Book Club!

14:28 - Anya Taylor Joy is Lucky!

17:04 - Marissas involvement in the show

18:54 - Researching con artists21:00 - Themes translated from page to screen

25;40 - Drew Starkey!!!

27:13 - The Anne of Green Gables stuttgart leverkusen lore

30:10 - Lucky & her dad

33:49 - Blurbs!

37:02 - Marissas recs!

44:59 - Upcoming for Marissa!

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