The G.L. Yancy Blog: Insights into Woven Branches and more!

Welcome to the G.L. Yancy blog, where you'll find behind-the-scenes insights, character deep dives, and exclusive updates on the Woven Branches series. Join G.L. as he shares his inspirations, thoughts on Southern culture, and the creative process behind his captivating serials. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to his work, this blog offers a closer look at the stories and characters that make Woven Branches a Southern drama like no other. Dive in and explore!

The World of Woven Branches
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The World of Woven Branches

The third book in the Woven Branches soap opera series released just a month ago, and it has proven to be a very popular addition to this Southern Serial. The Book of Ruth is a personal journey through the life and hardships of the anti-hero, Mayor Ruth "Ruthless" Blakely.

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Soap Operas, a Legacy of Drama
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Soap Operas, a Legacy of Drama

Days of Our Lives, General Hospital, The Bold and the Beautiful, The Young and the Restless. All titles that perk up the ears of drama fans in America and around the world. Just a few months ago, Beyond the Gates joined the group (the first new U.S. soap opera to begin in over 20 years).

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Which Sister, Harry?
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Which Sister, Harry?

Ah, Miss Willa. Of all of the characters featured in the world of Woven Branches, no one has sparked more curiosity than her.  Of course, that could be because her backstory has been featured more than anyone's, except perhaps Ruth's (although those backstories overlap greatly).

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