Events
What! The Heys Podcast with Heys Wolfenden. Episode #23 – How to Write Young Adult Fiction Absurdly Well (best titled episode ever!)
On March 31, 2026, I appeared on the What! The Heys Podcast to talk with Heys Wolfenden to explore everything from writing compelling YA fiction to navigating the growing influence - and risks - of AI in storytelling.
The Wandering Scribe Podcast with Gabriel Garcia
On March 3, 2026, I appeared on The Wandering Scribe to talk with Gabriel Garcia about my work in film and TV production and how it led me to writing The Rise and Fall of Dani Truehart.
In The Spotlight Podcast With Mike Cannici
On February 5, 2026, I appeared on in The Spotlight to talk with Mike Cannici.
Action Pulp! Author Interview
On February 4, 2026, I was featured on Action Pulp, where I spoke with Adam Messer about how I turned my Hollywood experiences into a YA trilogy about fame and identity. Check it out here.
Los Angeles Times Festival of Books April 2026
I will be at The Los Angeles Times Festival of Books! I will be signing books on Saturday April 18 from 12-2pm PT in The Black Chateau Booth (location TBD)
Podcast Appearance with the Stoughton Writers Group
Mike Hardman interviews Michele about "Rising Star: Book One in the Rise and Fall of Dani Truehart Series." They talk about character development, the writing process, and if the book will be adapted into a film.
Chatterbinge Podcast Episode 43
The Chatterbinge podcast shares great conversations with top celebrities, bestselling authors, experts, and more. I was delighted to join hosts Ed Kalegi and Caryn Richman at the Broadwater Theatter to record in front of a live audience!Chatterbinge proves it’s...
Rebel Reads Podcast: Lunchtime Listens
In this episode, we chat with author Michele Kwasniewski, whose dynamic career spans over years in film and television production. Michele’s vibrant behind-the-scenes experiences in Hollywood inspired her to write The Rise and Fall of Dani Truehart series—bringing all...
June 27th – ALA Annual Conference
The American Library Association Annual Conference takes place June 26-30, 2025 in Philadelphia, PA. This dynamic event brings together thousands of library professionals and friends of libraries to exchange innovative ideas and turn them into impactful action. I...
May 7 2025 – Podcast Appearance: Books That Make You
What happens when the spotlight fades and the pressure takes over? In this episode of the Books That Make You podcast, Michele dives deep into her powerful YA novel, Falling Star, the final installment of the Rise and Fall of Dani Truehart trilogy. Drawing from over...