Season 3 Ep 27: Madelon Smid, Fabulous, Fit, Fiction Writer
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This week on Older & Bolder, Debbie McCulloch welcomes the dynamic Madelon Smid—a bestselling author, adventurer, and passionate mentor. Madelon speaks candidly about living with Crohn’s disease and how facing health challenges only fueled her determination to lead a life filled with writing, movement, and fearless exploration.
She shares her journey as the author of multiple romance and suspense novels, including the Daring Heights series and the Sisters in Peril trilogy, explaining how her characters and stories come to life. At nearly eighty years old, Madelon continues to enjoy yoga, kayaking, hiking, and skiing, proving that the adventures don’t have to end with age—they get even better.
Madelon’s joy for mentoring emerging writers and celebrating their successes shines through in this powerful conversation about resilience, creativity, and courage.
🌐 Explore her work: www.madelonasmid.com
📚 Available on Amazon: Daring Heights Series, Sisters in Peril Trilogy