📚 Join us on a journey from small-town Kentucky to Larry the Tooth Fairy's whimsical world with Brittany Reed! 🌟 Dive into her fascinating story of resilience, reinvention, and embracing creativity.

Introduction (00:00 - 01:34)
Christopher Saul and Brittany Reed introduce "The Interview" on Mid-Bay News. Christopher highlights the focus on Brittany's recently released book, and they express their excitement to discuss her journey and the book itself.

Brittany's Background and Early Life (01:35 - 06:14)
Brittany shares her small-town Kentucky roots, her educational journey from the University of Kentucky to law school at NKU, and how she eventually ended up in Niceville. She discusses her diverse career as a military spouse, pivoting through various roles within the Air Force community, and her transition from law to an engineering-focused path.

Transition to Engineering and Innovation (06:15 - 11:43)
Brittany talks about her career evolution, moving from law to teaching art to eventually working in engineering and innovation roles within the Air Force. She reflects on the challenges faced by military spouses in finding employment and highlights her role in range control and the F-35 test team.

The Path to Writing "Larry the Tooth Fairy" (11:44 - 15:40)
The discussion shifts to Brittany's writing journey, starting with her transition from law to teaching art and eventually becoming involved in innovation teams. She explains the inspiration behind her book, "Larry the Tooth Fairy," which originated from her son's experience losing his first tooth.

Character Development and Writing Process (15:41 - 21:33)
Brittany elaborates on the character of Larry the Tooth Fairy, emphasizing the importance of embracing uniqueness. She details the process of writing the book, from initially crafting it as a poem to collaborating with a professional copy editor to refine the language and metering for children.

Publishing and Lessons Learned (21:34 - 26:04)
Brittany shares insights into the self-publishing process using Amazon KDP, discussing the formatting rules and challenges faced. She emphasizes the importance of a professional copy editor and reflects on the gratifying moment of clicking "publish." Brittany encourages others to pursue their passions and be true to themselves, echoing the central message of her book.

Conclusion (26:05 - End)
The podcast concludes with Christopher expressing gratitude for Brittany's insights and providing information on where listeners can purchase "Larry the Tooth Fairy" and learn more about the author.

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