In this conversation, award-winning author Angie Vancise shares her journey through grief and how it propelled her into writing. She discusses the influence of her family history, the role of mediums in her creative process, and how her pets provide emotional support. Angie emphasizes the importance of giving a voice to survivors of trauma through her storytelling, particularly in her latest book, 'Hidden in the Shadows.' She also reflects on the balance between suspense and emotional depth in her writing.