Today’s special guest is YA author Matthew J. Kushin to chat about his new coming-of-age young adult book, Beware the Smart Kids. Bio:Matthew is a professor of communication at Shepherd University where he teaches new media courses, including a course on happiness and media use. He’s passionate about spreading civility, kindness, and happiness in the Read More
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New interview with author Mike Nemeth
Novelist Mike Nemeth is back! This time we’re chatting about his new YA historical, A Tissue of Lies. Bio:Mike Nemeth, a Vietnam veteran and former high-tech executive, writes love stories tucked inside murder mysteries that deliver messages about America’s social ills. The Undiscovered Country won the Beverly Hills Book Award for Southern Fiction and the Read More
New interview with YA author Dr. Roger Leslie
YA author Roger Leslie is back on the blog. We’re chatting about his new LGBTQ+ young adult novel, No Stranger Christmas. Bio:Dr. Roger Leslie is an author, editor, publisher, and inspirational teacher. He discovered his life’s mission following the light that emerged from his youthful struggle to reconcile his sexual orientation with his spirituality. Once Read More
Interview with YA author Ann Chiappetta
YA author Ann Chiappetta joins me today to chat about her new contemporary fiction, Imperfections. During her virtual book tour, Ann will be giving away a $25 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 YA fantasy author Dylan West
Young adult author Dylan West chats with me about his new sci-fi fantasy novel, Scribes’ Descent, book 1 in his Scribe Series. Bio:I’m a Jesus lover, web developer, video game developer, Navy vet, foreign language nut, and a nut in general. While other people are busy thinking normal thoughts, I’m crafting corny jokes. I live Read More
Interview with YA romance author Mary Cope
I’m chatting with young adult romance author Mary Cope about her new novel, Beautiful One. During her virtual book tour, Mary will be awarding a $25 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 increase Read More
Interview with award-winning author John R. Miles
Best-selling author John R. Miles chat with me about his new non-fiction, young adult book, Passion Struck: Twelve Powerful Principles to Unlock Your Purpose and Ignite Your Most Intentional Life. Bio:John R. Miles is the visionary behind Passion Struck®, a platform dedicated to empowering individuals to live intentionally and achieve their highest potential. A former Read More
Interview with historical fiction author William A. Glass
Historical fiction author William A. Glass is chatting with me today about his new young adult alternate history novel, Crossing Day. During his virtual book tour, William will be awarding a $25 Amazon or Barnes and Noble (winner’s choice) gift card to a lucky randomly drawn winner. To be entered for a chance to win, Read More
Interview with YA author Ari Rosesenschein
Young adult author Ari Rosesenschein is chatting with me about Dr. Z and Matty Take Telegraph. During his virtual book tour, Ari will be awarding a signed paperback copy of Dr. Z and Matty Take Telegraph (US only) to a lucky randomly drawn winner. To be entered for a chance to win, use the form Read More
Interview with YA author B. Lynn Goodwin
Novelist B. Lynn Goodwin is chatting with me about her new coming of age novel, Disrupted. Lynn is doing a virtual book tour with WOW! Women on Writing’s blog The Muffin. Feel free to visit her other stops! Bio:B. Lynn Goodwin wrote two award-winning books, a YA called Talent, and a memoir titled Never Too Read More