Lost Ladies of Lit launches with a conversation on Mariana, the first novel by Monica Dickens (May 10, 1915 – December 25, 1992), the great-granddaughter of Charles Dickens. First published in 1940, and gorgeously reprinted by our favorite UK publisher Persephone Books, Mariana is a semi-autobiographical coming-of-age novel of the “hot water bottle genre” set in the 1930s. In addition to discussing their appreciation for Mariana, Amy and Kim delve into the life of the author, who was a popular novelist in her day. They also play “casting directors” for an imaginary film adaptation of the book and chat about what else they’re reading in the midst of a global pandemic.For episodes and show notes, visit: LostLadiesofLit.com Follow us on instagram @lostladiesoflit. Follow Kim on twitter @kaskew. Sign up for our newsletter: LostLadiesofLit.com Email us: Contact — Lost Ladies of Lit Podcast