Uncorking A Story

“Life’s tragedies can light the way to our greatest stories.” — Barbara Nickless On this episode of Uncorking a Story, Mike Carlon welcomes Barbara Nickless, a #1 Amazon Charts and Wall Street Journal bestselling author whose journey into writing was shaped by a lifetime of adventure and an unshakable resilience. From cave rescues to falconry, Barbara’s path to success is as captivating as her novels. She discusses how losing everything in the Waldo Canyon wildfire fueled her passion for storytelling and dives into her latest book, The Drowning Game, an espionage thriller set against the high-stakes world of superyachts and international intrigue. Key Topics: Resilience Through Tragedy: How the Waldo Canyon wildfire became a turning point in Barbara’s writing journey. Crafting Complex Characters: Exploring Barbara’s character-driven approach to thrillers and espionage stories. The Art of Research: From interviewing CIA experts to studying yacht culture, how Barbara brings authenticity to her work.