The Inspiration Behind We're Having a Baby: A Conversation with James Price Jr.
Every book has a history that goes past its pages to include the writing process. We're Having a Baby, written by James Price Jr., is more than just a book; it's a account of one of the most life changing events. James Price Jr. reveals the inspiration, feelings, and driving forces behind the writing of this beautiful tale about being a dad in a special conversation.
Finding Inspiration in Real Life
When asked about the inspiration for We're Having a Baby, Price Jr. points to his own experiences as a husband and father. The emotional journey of becoming a parent left a deep imprint on him, sparking the idea for a story that others could relate to.
“Parenthood is such a profound life change,” he explains. “It's full of emotions—joy, fear, excitement, and everything in between. I wanted to capture that in a way that felt real and honest.”
Price shares how the early moments of discovering his wife was pregnant served as a powerful catalyst for the story. I remember the range of feelings we felt. You can be happy one minute and then ask yourself, "Are we ready for this?" Those emotions remained with me and served as the basis for the story
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