This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Wednesday “Books & Authors” Show with Books Forward features award-winning author Janine Kovac who discusses her memoir, “The Nutcracker Chronicles,” that blends her personal life with the events in ballet’s most famous show: “The Nutcracker.” 

Out now, “The Nutcracker Chronicles” tells the story of Janine’s pursuit of an elusive dream that compels her to endure blistered toes, weekly weigh-ins, second-hand pointe shoes, and constant insults from her directors. Why can’t you just dance like a pretty girl? 

JANINE KOVAC enjoyed a twelve-year career as a professional ballet dancer in Iceland, Italy, San Francisco, and her hometown of El Paso, Texas. She is the author of “Brain Changer: A Mother’s Guide to Cognitive Science” and “Spinning: Choreography for Coming Home.” More at: https://www.janinekovac.com/   

More about Books Forward at https://booksforward.com/ 

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