Interview with crime fiction writer Brian Brady

Crime author Brian Brady chats with me about his new crime fiction novel, greed. Bio:Born and raised in the vibrant heart of San Francisco, Brian Brady found endless inspiration in the City, celebrated for its stunning architecture, dynamic sports teams, rich traditions and colorful characters. His career journey began as a Police Officer, later transitioning Read More

Interview with historical novelist Jesi Bender

Historical author Jesi Bender chats with me today about her new experimental historical novel, Child of Light. Bio:Jesi Bender is an artist from Upstate New York. She is the author of the novel Child of Light (Whiskey Tit), the chapbook Dangerous Women (dancing girl press), the play Kinderkrankenhaus (Sagging Meniscus), and the novel The Book of the Last Word (Whiskey Tit). Her shorter Read More

Interview with contemporary fantasy author Christine Amsden

Contemporary fantasy author Christine Amsden chats with me about her new novel, Knot of Souls. Bio:Christine Amsden is the author of nine award-winning fantasy and science fiction novels, including the Cassie Scot Series. Speculative fiction is fun, magical, and imaginative but Christine believes great speculative fiction is about real people defining themselves through extraordinary situations. Read More

Interview with sci-fi author Tom Haward

Sci-fi author Tom Haward chats with me about his latest novel, The Path of Redemption. During his virtual book tour, Tom will be giving away a $10 Amazon or Barnes and Noble (winner’s choice) gift card to a lucky randomly drawn winner. To be entered for a chance to win, use the form below. To Read More

Interview with mystery author Dustin Dunbar

Mystery author Dustin Dunbar joins me today to chat about his new thriller, Her Holiness. Bio:Dustin Dunbar grew up poor in Midwest America with an abusive, alcohol-addicted father and grandfather, and vowed never to be like them. Devouring psychology books and researching addiction in his twenties, he earned a doctorate in psychology and believed at Read More

Interview with dark fantasy author Jonathan Spain-Collins

Dark fiction author Jonathan Spain-Collins chats with me about his new dark fantasy, Phenomenon: Monster – Escape to Earth. Welcome, Jonathan. Please tell us a little bit about yourself.I am a full time gigworker who drives for apps such as Uber, Lyft, Doordash, and Instacart from Boston, Massachusetts. I even attend anime and comic book Read More

Interview with writer Enia Oaks

Writer Enia Oaks chats with me about her collection of poetic essays, From A Studio in Oakland, California: 108 Notes on Existence. Bio:Enia Oaks is a Nigerian-born emergency medicine doctor and author who writes at the intersection of self-inquiry, healing, and transcendence. She has spent years in high-stakes medical environments before turning inward to begin Read More

Interview with novelist author Richard I Levine

Novelist Richard I Levine chats with me about his first romance novel, Like Driftwood on the Salish Sea. Bio:Richard I Levine is a native New Yorker raised in the shadows of Yankee Stadium. After dabbling in several occupations and a one-year coast-to-coast wanderlust trip, this one-time auxiliary police officer, volunteer fireman, bartender, and store manager Read More

Interview with children’s author Christine Mott

Children’s author Christine Mott is helping me kick off a new week. We’re chatting about her new children’s picture book, Free Bird: Flaco the Owl’s Dreams Take Flight. Bio:Christine Mott is an attorney and animal advocate with over fifteen years of experience leading legal and policy efforts to protect animals. She advises alternative protein companies, Read More

Interview with MG fantasy author S.A. Schneider

Middle grade author S.A. Schneider chats with me about his new fantasy book, Transgression of Magic. Bio:S.A. Schneider has a wolf, so of course he writes middle grade fantasy, wouldn’t you? Since his Lego and action figure days, he’s crafted worlds and stories within those worlds. This pursuit continues into his middle grade fantasies. He Read More