Backstage Romance & Wild West Adventures with JoAnna Illingworth

Welcome back to Creative Junk! Today, I’m joined by the brilliantly witty JoAnna Illingworth, whose latest books—Amelia Goes West and Don’t You Want Me—are must-reads for romance lovers who crave adventure, music, and laugh-out-loud banter.

📖 Amelia Goes West is a fresh, fun twist on the frontier romance, following a determined heroine carving her own path in the Wild West.
🎸 Don’t You Want Me takes us behind the scenes of a high-stakes music tour, where rising stars, secret identities, and sizzling chemistry collide in a will-they-won’t-they romance that’s as fun as it is heartwarming.

In this episode, we chat about:

✨ The inspiration behind Amelia Goes West & Don’t You Want Me
✨ How JoAnna blends humor, romance, and unforgettable characters
✨ Her journey from the music industry to publishing
✨ Why she loves backstage drama, slow-burn romance, and stories that make you swoon

If you love page-turning romance, witty banter, and stories packed with heart, this one’s for you!