Uncorking A Story

"I wasn't interested in writing about my own cancer journey, but I was interested in the idea of what if my situation had been flipped." — Ann Bancroft In this heartfelt episode of "Uncorking a Story," host Michael Carlon sits down with Ann Bancroft, a remarkable two-time breast cancer survivor who has made her literary debut at the age of 71. Bancroft shares her journey from a career in journalism to becoming a novelist, the challenges she faced during her cancer treatments, and how she found inspiration in the small joys of life. Her debut novel, "Almost Family," explores the power of unlikely friendships and the healing nature of love. Join us as we uncork Ann's inspiring story of resilience, creativity, and finding purpose in every chapter of life. Key Topics: Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment: Insights into Ann's personal experience with breast cancer, the treatments she underwent, and the emotional and physical impact. Transition from Journalism to Fiction: Ann discusses her shift from a long career in