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I'm Laura. I love to tell stories. I love what's wild and beautiful.

My debut novel IN THE GREAT QUIET (Lake Union 2026) is a sweeping, atmospheric story in the tradition of COLD MOUNTAIN and THE FOUR WINDS. It's inspired by the true story of my grandmother's grandmother, following a tenacious pioneer's race into the great unknown.

In the Oklahoma prairie of 1893, Minnie Hoopes withstands the volatile wilderness and outlaw threats--but her greatest adventure will be confronting her past and finding a place to call home. IN THE GREAT QUIET is a lyrical, immersive story about memory and perception, community and isolation, with an epic, enduring romance at its heart.
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Laura Vogt I remember the first moment when I glimpsed Minnie, the main character of IN THE GREAT QUIET. I had a visceral, almost tangible image of woman & a mom…moreI remember the first moment when I glimpsed Minnie, the main character of IN THE GREAT QUIET. I had a visceral, almost tangible image of woman & a moment in time. I glimpsed her desire, her fear, her personality.

I was drafting another novel, and so, I set her aside for a few years. But when I came back, she had not dimmed. She came boldly, ferociously to life. If you read IN THE GREAT QUIET, you'll see: She's quite a force.(less)
Laura Vogt I don't believe in writer's block.

Sometimes you need to take a break. Go for a walk, take a shower, spend time with your friends & family.

And someti…more
I don't believe in writer's block.

Sometimes you need to take a break. Go for a walk, take a shower, spend time with your friends & family.

And sometimes, you just need to sit down and work. Much of the time I'm not "inspired." Sitting down to start is truly the hardest part.

I believe writer's block is rooted in fear. Or this idea that you have to write this perfect scene right now. But novels are written in layers. Just get whatever you can down--you can edit, refine, and layer later.(less)
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