Kristin Lavin asked Paula McLain:

Hi Paula, Have you thought about Marjorie Merriweather Post as a female character for your next venture into historical fiction? I was watching a bio on men who created big food empires and she was a blip in it. And she was one of the only female CEO's at the time! And made Post what it is today. She was a very interesting and amazing women who didn't get enough credit in American history. Mb theres a story there? ;-)

Paula McLain Hello, Kristin, and apologies for the delay. Somehow your thoughtful question slipped through the cracks. I'm not familiar with Marjorie Merriweather Post beyond her name, but she sounds fascinating. Perhaps YOU should write about her! Kidding, not kidding. :)

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