Jane Eyre, Reimagined: Marian Yee’s 4 Janes and a Journey to Vietnam

Author Marian Yee joins Chapter Chat to discuss her novel 4 Janes. It's a fascinating retelling of Jane Eyre that proves why the classic story remains timeless and transcends time. Inspired by a trip to Vietnam, Yee shares how place, memory, and perspective shaped her reimagining, and she opens up about her own writing approach: slow, steady, and built on the power of a little bit of writing every day. Plus, Yee turns the tables and asks host Jessica Foster a question listeners will want answered—are you writing a book? You’ll have to listen to hear what she says.

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.