Miles Beyond the Page | Jill G. Hall
In this episode of Miles Beyond the Page, host Michelle Miles interviews author and former inner-city teacher Jill G. Hall about her writing journey, her award-winning fiction, and the inspiration behind her latest release, On a Sundown Sea.
Jill is the author of the acclaimed Ann McFarland dual-timeline trilogy—The Black Silver Coat, The Silver Shoes, and The Green Lake Corset—stories centered on a San Francisco artist who discovers vintage clothing connected to women from the past. In this conversation, she shares how those layered, emotionally resonant stories came to life and how her love of history continues to shape her work.
Michelle and Jill also dive into On a Sundown Sea, a biographical historical novel about Catherine “Madame” Tingley and the origins of Loma Land in Point Loma, San Diego. Jill discusses the childhood memories that sparked the idea, the deep research behind the book, and her immersive process of interviews, travel, and experiential exploration. They also talk about her intuitive journal-first writing method, what she does when she feels stuck, and the unique challenge of ending a story rooted in real life.
🎧 Join Michelle and Jill for a thoughtful conversation about history, intuition, creativity, and writing stories that connect past and present in unforgettable ways.
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ABOUT JILL HALL:
Jill G. Hall is author of the award-winning “Anne McFarland Series.” The Black Velvet Coat, The Silver Shoes, and The Green Lace Corset are bestselling book club favorites. On a Sundown Sea, a Novel of Madame Tingley and the Origins of Lomaland will be released October 2025. Hall’s poems and personal narratives have appeared in a variety of publications and on her blog Crealivity, the art of practicing a creative lifestyle. Her tenure as an educator spanned over twenty years, incorporating the arts along the way. She is an instructor and past board president at San Diego Writers, Ink. and holds a doctorate from Northern Arizona University. A native San Diegan she resides in Point Loma.
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Author, Narrator, Podcaster
MICHELLE MILES is the host of Miles Beyond the Page, a podcast that celebrates the magical, messy, and inspiring journey of storytelling.
As an author of fantasy, urban fantasy, and paranormal romance, Michelle brings her passion for writing and publishing to every episode—whether she's interviewing debut authors, bestselling giants, or industry pros. With her warm, down-to-earth style and curiosity for all things creative, she dives deep into the heart of the writer’s process, from first drafts to final edits, rejections to rave reviews.
When she’s not behind the mic or crafting enchanting worlds on the page, Michelle can be found wrangling her to-be-read pile, sipping wine, or plotting her next story twist. Miles Beyond the Page is her love letter to authors, readers, and the stories that connect us all.
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