First-Class Fiction, Real-Life Tragedy: Donna Jones Alward on Ship of Dreams
Published on Apr 8, 2026, 5:00:18 AM
Total time: 00:29:35
Published on Apr 8, 2026, 5:00:18 AM
Total time: 00:29:35
In this episode of Chapter Chat, Donna Jones Alward takes us aboard the Titanic through her novel Ship of Dreams. From meticulous historical research to the overlooked realities of women’s lives at the time, we explore what the tragedy reveals about society, ambition, and the personal stories history can’t fully capture.
Sit back, relax and enjoy Chapter Chat. Hosted by news anchor and avid reader Jessica Foster, Chapter Chat explores the inner workings of the literary world. Episodes will have a combination of best-selling author interviews and discussions of trending literary topics.
Whether you love to read a good book or aspire to write one, you'll find these discussions enjoyable. The Chapter Chat Podcast is an expansion of a WJHG/WECP-TV initiative to share the love of reading with the community. Chapter Chat was awarded the prestigious National Association of Broadcasters Service to America award in 2023.
The initiative began as a monthly book club that encouraged viewers to read along with a selected book and then meet up at the local library to discuss with the news team. Reporters and anchors also visit schools to read to children. The idea is that if children see the adults around them reading, they will learn to love it as well.