Authors on the Air Global Radio Network

Alie Dumas-Heidt chats with fellow authors about their earliest beginnings and answer everyone's favorite question - What happens next? - on The Writer's Journey. Jackie McMahon writes murder mysteries with history, twists, and perhaps a romance (or two). She currently resides in Florida with her two cats, and in her free time, she enjoys reading, traveling, and sharing obscure historical facts she has recently learned. You can find her on Instagram and YouTube at @jackiereadsandwrites. Website: jackiemcmahon.com --- Alie Dumas-Heidt is the author of The Myth Maker, a detective thriller introducing Det. Cassidy Cantwell, set in Tacoma Washington. She lives in the PNW with her husband, adult kids, and two spoiled dogs. http://aliedh.com

On the Air with Florenza | Joshua Colangelo-Bryan Some stories challenge what we know. Others challenge what we believe. This week, attorney and human rights advocate Joshua Colangelo-Bryan joins me to discuss Through the Gates of Hell: American Injustice at Guantanamo Bay—the extraordinary true story of one lawyer's fight for justice, the unlikely friendship that emerged behind prison walls, and the human cost of a system operating beyond the reach of ordinary law. This isn't just a conversation about Guantánamo Bay; it's about courage, compassion, and what it means to stand beside another human being when the world has already turned away. Whether you're passionate about justice, fascinated by true stories, or simply enjoy conversations that stay with you long after they end, you won't want to miss this one.

Olesya Lyuzna is the author of the Ginny Dugan Mysteries debuting with Glitter in the Dark and the just-released Liars in Paradise (both Simon & Schuster), a queer, female-driven noir series set in the glittering shadows of New York in the Jazz Age. Olesya was Born in Odesa, Ukraine but has spent most of her life in Toronto, where she engages in various creative pursuits, including hosting murder mystery parties and exploring archives for unsolved crimes. Her debut novel, Glitter in the Dark, was recognized in 2020 with a mentorship in the Pitch Wars program, highlighting her talent in the genre. Praise for Olesya Lyuzna's Series Ginny Dugan, her gossip column heroine is pushing hard to do something more meaningful. Witnessing the kidnapping of a famous torch singer at a speakeasy in Harlem, opens the door to becoming a private investigator. https://olesyalyuzna.net/ Ginny sits comfortably among the ranks of classic private eyes, with all the moral ambiguity and world-weariness noir fans could want—plus a welcome dash of queerness, courtesy of a sapphic romance subplot."—Publishers Weekly "This debut turns back the clock with authentic detail and sharply drawn characters and a strong sense of violence and lawlessness."—FirstCLUE "Lyuzna lays on the period detail and springs surprises just where you don't expect them. A colorful period debut that's clearly laying the groundwork for a series."—Kirkus Host Sue Hinkin's Website: https://www.suehinkin.com Music by Peter Tavalin htps://www.petertavalin.com Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/gSmxR95Sb94 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/20msqQOX5Du4xqzcCnW7rK Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/olesya-lyunza-the-femme-detectives-ep-3/id687959058?i=1000782999557

She's Irish, living in Australia, writing fabulous mystery-thriller hybrids, and trying to write faster to keep pace with her creativity! Dervla McTiernan reveals what 80's move prompted her to write a book that opens with a mysterious package with contents specially curated to destroy someone's life. (Spoiler alert: Dervla's villain delivers 3+ packages in this deliciously twisty novel!) We discuss how she develops characters who readers will love to hate and one of the sweetest female friendships, a missing ingredient in this genre of fiction. Inspired by Stephen King, fueled by Barry's Tea, Dervla has the BEST litmus test for whether her books are thrilling, and she gives us a sneak peek of her next project! Learn more about Guest Dervla McTiernan: https://dervlamctiernan.com/ Learn more about Host Melissa Westemeier: https://www.melwestemeier.com/

On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author Rayelle Davis about her new book MONEY IN THE MOUNTAINS. Rayelle Davis is a licensed therapist specialising in generational trauma in rural working-class communities. She started working as a counsellor in 2016, witnessing the personal stories behind the opioid epidemic, and has gone on to run her own private practice. She is currently working towards her doctoral degree in Counsellor Education and Supervision at Duquesne University. She lives in western Maryland.

In Episode 49 of High Stakes, Tracey Devlyn sits down with author Kathleen Schwab to discuss her debut novel, QUEENSWOOD—a lush, lyrical historical fantasy debut set in twelfth-century Ireland, where a nobleman's daughter and the Crown Prince of Faerie must navigate duty, forbidden love, and the fate of an enchanted forest. “A beautifully written fantasy debut! Lyrical, enchanting, adventurous—a book that you will remember long after you turn the last page.” —Stacey Marie Brown, USA Today bestselling author Author's Website: https://authorkathleenschwab.squarespace.com Show Notes: https://traceydevlyn.com/podcast Love this episode? Rate it ⭐️ Thumbs Up

Cold Cases and Hurricanes—The Inspiration Behind A DEATH IN THE DELUGE with Author Brian Thiem Detective Sean Tanner moved to Spartina Island to enjoy the retired life, but when he gets the opportunity to help solve a cold case, he's all in. When a mother is found dead in her kitchen and her teenage daughter goes missing, Sean teams up with Sergeant Charlotte “Charlie” Nash to solve the case and find the teen. They soon realize this case links to a fourteen year old murder and abduction. As they get closer to the truth, it's hard to tell what's more dangerous…a Category 3 hurricane or a ruthless killer. I enjoyed this fascinating interview with author Brian Thiem about his career in law enforcement and real life cold case work. We also had fun discussing Brian's yellow Lab, Annie, Tonkinese Cat, Lexi and how they inspired the four-legged characters in A DEATH IN THE DELUGE. If you enjoy police procedurals with fun twists and characters, this book is for you! For more information on Brian, visit: brianthiem.com For more about my K-9 books, visit: kathleendonnelly.com Sit. Stay. Read. is a proud part of the Authors on the Air Global Network.

#1 New York Times Bestselling Author, Lisa Gardner, discusses her new release, YOU'LL BE SORRY. An abandoned house in a small town was the site of a decades old tragedy. When a young couple moves in, the discovery of human remains unearths terrifying secrets that were better left buried…and someone is willing to kill to keep them that way. "A chilling, gripping thriller. Don't miss this one!"—Lisa Jewell, #1 New York Times bestselling author Listen in as we chat about the women historically targeted by allegations of witchcraft, the true story behind one of the absolutely awesome anecdotes in the book, and why I must visit Four Your Paws Only the next time I go to New England! (Oh, and that expression on my face...yeah, Lisa is that good!! With special thanks to the lovely Annabelle who appears in the YouTube version of this episode!) https://www.mariesutro.com/twisted-passages-podcast https://www.lisagardner.com ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Lisa Gardner, a #1 New York Times bestselling thriller novelist, with a streak of internationally acclaimed novels, published across 30 countries. She's also had four books become TV movies and has made personal appearances on TruTV and CNN. Lisa's books have received awards from across the globe. Her novel, The Neighbor, won Best Hardcover Novel from the International Thriller Writers, while also receiving the Grand Prix des Lectrices de Elle in France. She was also recognized with the Daphne du Maurier Award in 2000 for The Other Daughter. Finally, Lisa received the Silver Bullet Award from the International Thriller Writers in 2017 for her work on behalf of at-risk children and the Humane Society. Lisa lives in New Hampshire where she spends her time with an assortment of canine companions. When not writing, she loves to hike, garden, snowshoe and play cribbage.

Professor and multi-award-winning author, David Heska Wanbli Weiden discusses his fantastic new crime novel, WISDOM CORNER, the sequel to his celebrated debut, WINTER COUNTS. David talks about his craft, magical realism, the anthology he's editing, NATIVE NOIR, and how Native American crime writers are pioneering a new type of crime fiction. ABOUT THE AUTHOR David Heska Wanbli Weiden is an enrolled citizen of the Sicangu Lakota nation. He holds an MFA, a PHD, and a law degree, and works as a professor of English and Native American and Indigenous Studies at Stony Brook University and teaches in an MFA program. His debut, WINTER COUNTS won the Lefty, the Macavity, the Barry, The Anthony, and the Thriller Award. He was also nominated for an Edgar. Time Magazine named Winter Counts as one of the “100 best mysteries and thriller books of all time.”

Who owns a story—the person who lived it, or the one trusted to tell it? Love this episode? Rate it ⭐️ Thumbs Up

Stella Sands is the author of Wordhunter, an Amazon Editor's Best Books of 2024, and Codebreakers, as well as a bestselling author of six true-crime books: Baby-Faced Butchers, The Dating Game Killer, Behind the Mask, Murder at Yale, Wealthy Men Only, and The Good Son; a children's book, Odyssea, and many educational books. She served as the editor-in-chief of the award-winning magazine Kids Discover for nineteen years. She has appeared on numerous television shows, including People Magazine Investigates, ABC's 20/20, and several episodes of Investigation Discovery. Sands lives in Sag Harbor, New York. Visit her website: https://www.stellasands.com/ Spies, Lies and Private Eyes is copyrighted by Authors on the Air Global Radio Network #authorsofinstagram #authorinterview #writingcommunity #authorsontheair#suspensebooks#authorssupportingauthors #thrillerbooks #suspense #wip#writers#writersinspiration #books#bookrecommendations #bookaddict #bookaddicted#bookaddiction #bibliophile #read#amreading #lovetoread #terrencemccauley#terrencemccauleybooks #bookouture #thrillers #thetwilighttown #StellaSands #CodeBreakers

The next thriller from #1 bestselling author Sarah Pekkanen combines a decades-old mystery with spine-tingling paranormal elements in this twisty novel of the seen and unseen. Visit www.sarahpekkanen.com

I welcome Peter Rowe to talk about his book, Blood and Fame: the Intersecting Lives of Roman Polanski and Charles Manson. More on Peter Rowe can be found on his website, https://penzlerpublishers.com/product/blood-and-fame-polanski-manson-and-their-intersecting-lives/. More about me can be found on my website, https://www.charlessalzberg.com/. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/UIziYY00SMw Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/37vJjLZhaxvgLZq1GKMvlD Listen on Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/peter-rowe-blood-and-fame-ep-1/id687959058?i=1000781084021

Anju Gattani interviews International Bestselling Author Lisa See

Alie Dumas-Heidt chats with fellow authors about their earliest beginnings and answer everyone's favorite question - What happens next? - on The Writer's Journey. Apologies for the audio issues! On this episode, Alie experienced technical issues with her end of the sound. Gloria Chao is a USA Today bestselling author and a screenwriter. Her novels include The Mortal Enemy Murder Club, The Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club, Ex Marks the Spot, When You Wish Upon a Lantern, Rent a Boyfriend, Our Wayward Fate, and American Panda. She graduated from MIT, then became a dentist before realizing she'd rather spend her days in fictional characters' heads instead of real people's mouths. When she's not writing, you can find her on the curling ice, where she and her husband are world-ranked in mixed doubles. Visit her tea-and-book-filled world at GloriaChao.wordpress.com and find her on Instagram and X @GloriacChao. --- Alie Dumas-Heidt is the author of The Myth Maker, a detective thriller introducing Det. Cassidy Cantwell, set in Tacoma Washington. She lives in the PNW with her husband, adult kids, and two spoiled dogs. http://aliedh.com

If you could relive your biggest regrets, would you fight for the life you wanted—or discover the one you were meant to have? This week on On the Air with Florenza, Natalie Messier invites readers into the emotionally rich world of Every Version of You, a magical romance about second chances, self-discovery, and the unexpected turns that shape our lives. When thirty-two-year-old attorney Joey Vasquez dies suddenly, she's given the impossible opportunity to return to her eighteen-year-old self—with all the memories of the life she left behind. Determined to rewrite her past and finally win the heart of the man she's loved for years, Joey soon learns that changing the future may mean redefining everything she thought she wanted. Blending romance, humor, and heartfelt reflection, Every Version of You explores the many paths that lead us home. (Simon & Schuster) #OnTheAirWithFlorenza #NatalieMessier #EveryVersionOfYou #ContemporaryRomance #MagicalRealism #SecondChanceRomance #BookPodcast #WomenFiction #RomanceReaders #AuthorInterview

The only thing funnier than this romcom is the fact that Kat MacKenzie went on some of these cringe dates at the real Irish Matchmaking Festival. You HAVE to tune in as she explains the concept for this hilarious, laugh-out-loud novel! Experiments in Offline Dating releases Aug 25. Maya Davis is chronically terrible at dating. So terrible, she's turned it into a podcast career. Determined to date "offline" for her second podcast season, she travels to Ireland's famed Matchmaking Festival, where she wins a blind date with a surly sheep farmer named Tadhg. The date quickly turns into the worst date of her life. When the local matchmaker talks her into a whirlwind dating adventure, he conveniently forgets to mention her guide is that very same sheep farmer. As Maya and Tadhg make their way across the Irish countryside, their bickering starts to feel a lot like chemistry. #HEAHOTSEAT #LarkBrenann #KatMackenzie #ExperimentsinOfflineDating #romcom #romancebooks #AuthorsontheAir #BookReviewCrew #PamStack #SarahAndre #romancenovelofinsta #podcast #authorinterview #grumpyhero #forcedproximity #Ireland Kat Mackenzie is an American who just happened to find herself living abroad for ten years and accidentally traveling to over forty countries in an attempt to taste all the food. She holds degrees from the University of Edinburgh and the University of Oxford but has discovered that they serve her best collecting dust on the shelf while she pens comedy-forward stories about women who travel. Work in Progress is her first novel. You can find her at: https://katmackenzieromanceauthor.wordpress.com/ https://www.instagram.com/katmackenziewrites/ Find Your Author Hosts: Sarah Andre at https://sarahandre.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SarahAndreNovels IG https://www.instagram.com/sarahandrenovels/ Lark Brennan at https://www.larkbrennan.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LarkBrennan/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/larkbrennan/ YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/43tWnZy

In Episode 48 of High Stakes, Tracey Devlyn sits down with #1 New York Times bestselling author Lisa Gardner to discuss her new standalone thriller, YOU'LL BE SORRY—an engrossing, impossible-to-put-down story blending Gardner's trademark wit and police-procedural precision with a small-town mystery and the tantalizing sense of something just beyond explanation. “Chilling, gripping.” —Lisa Jewell, New York Times bestselling author of NONE OF THIS IS TRUE Author's Website: https://LisaGardner.com Show Notes: https://traceydevlyn.com/podcast Love this episode? Rate it ⭐️ Thumbs Up

On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot profiles Appalachian publisher Walnut Street Publishing and their publisher, Aaron Quinn. For more information about Aaron and Walnut Street Publishing, visit www.walnutstreetpublishing.com

How Well Do You Know Your Neighbors? Inside YOU'LL BE SORRY with Lisa Gardner When a couple moves into a small New Hampshire mountain town, everyone is curious about them. Not only because they're new to the town, but because they moved into a house where a family disappeared thirty years earlier. Then a stray dog digs up bones on the property. Bones that will lead to past secrets…secrets that will make you sorry when they're revealed. Join me today as I chat with New York Times bestselling author and master of suspense, Lisa Gardner. We had fun discussing the inspiration behind the mystery of You'll Be Sorry along with her work with rescue animals and at-risk children. This is an episode you won't want to miss! For more information on Lisa, visit: lisagardner.com For more about my K-9 books, visit: kathleendonnelly.com Sit. Stay. Read. is a proud part of the Authors on the Air Global Network.

New York Times Bestselling Authors, Ellery Lloyd, discuss their new release, TIME TO BURN. Time travel has been invented by a billionaire who provides his wealthy clients with sightseeing adventures into the past. During a visit to London during the blitz, one tour member goes missing. Documentary film maker Phoebe Hunt is the only person who knows the missing woman is not who she seems. Can Phoebe figure out what's going on before changes in the past erase the most important parts of the present? “…twists and turns galore, a true delight to the last page!"—Kate Quinin, New York Times bestselling author Listen in as we chat about the how they designed their amazing time travel device, the cool places they visited for research, and the importance of balancing ethics with scientific advances! https://www.mariesutro.com/twisted-passages-podcast https://www.ellerylloyd.com ABOUT THE AUTHORS: Ellery Lloyd is the writing pseudonym of married writing duo Collette Lyons & Paul Vlitos. Collette Lyons is a journalist and editor, the former content director of Elle (UK) and editorial director at Soho House. She has written for The Guardian, The Telegraph, and the Sunday Times. Paul Vlitos is the author of two previous novels, Welcome to the Working Week and Every Day is Like Sunday. He is the Professor of English Literature and Creative Writing at the University of Greenwich. They live in East London with their daughter.

Mark Stevens is the author of The Flynn Martin thriller series including No Lie Lasts Forever (2025) and Two Truths and a Lie (2026) both from Thomas & Mercer, The Fireballer (Lake Union 2023) and the Allison Coil Mystery Series including Antler Dust, Buried by the Roan, Trapline, Lake of Fire and The Melancholy Howl. Buried by the Roan, Trapline, and Lake of Fire were all finalists for the Colorado Humanities Center for the Book Award. Stevens has published short stories in the Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine, Mystery Tribune and Denver Noir (Akashic Books 2022). Denver Noir went on to win the Colorado Book Award for Best Anthology in 2023. Stevens was a co-editor for Four Corners Voices, and anthology of fiction, essays, and poetry which won the Colorado Book Award for best anthology in 2025. The Four Corners marks the quadripoint in the Southwestern United States where the states of Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, and Utah meet. In 2016 and 2024, Stevens was named Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers' Writer of the Year. He hosts a regular podcast for that organization. It can be found at https://www.rmfw.org/podcast.php or on any of your favorite podcast platforms. Stevens has served as president of the Rocky Mountain Chapter of the Mystery Writers of America. He also publishes book reviews on his review website https://markhstevens.wordpress.com/. He lives in Mancos, Colorado in the shadow of Mesa Verde where for more than 700 years the ancient Pueblo people made their homes. See more about this author and his books at htpps://writermarkstevesn.com Host Sue Hinkin's website https://www.suehinkin.com Music by Peter Tavalin at https://www.petertavalin.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/UVkTjy5jHtk Spotify: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mark-stevens-two-truths-and-a-lie-ep-2/id687959058?i=1000779907646 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mark-stevens-two-truths-and-a-lie-ep-2/id687959058?i=1000779907646

Kit Chellel, Lucky Devils, Ep. 11 Kit Chellel discussed Lucky Devils, the true story of three mathematically gifted outsiders who used computers and game theory to beat casinos and racetracks at blackjack, poker, roulette, sports betting, and horse racing. Chellel reveals how one became a multimillionaire, another walked away in disgust, and a third experienced both extraordinary wealth and near ruin while outsmarting an industry built to be unbeatable. To learn more about Kit Chellel visit: https://www.simonandschuster.com/authors/Kit-Chellel/225568839 To learn more about author Carl Vonderau, visit: www.carlvonderau.com Watch this on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_yEGBgFeKAg Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5ehXdRDMs8h91FjmTFOV8O Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kit-chellel-lucky-devils-ep-11/id687959058?i=1000779860893

Charles Salzberg is a former journalist whose work has appeared in articles in Esquire, The New York Times, Redbook, GQ, and Travel + Leisure. His first novel, Swann's Last Song, was nominated for a Shamus Award as was Second Story Man, winner of the Beverly Hills Book Award, and Canary in the Coal Mine. Visit his website https://www.charlessalzberg.com/ Spies, Lies and Private Eyes is copyrighted by Authors on the Air Global Radio Network #authorsofinstagram #authorinterview #writingcommunity #authorsontheair#suspensebooks#authorssupportingauthors #thrillerbooks #suspense #wip#writers#writersinspiration #books#bookrecommendations #bookaddict #bookaddicted#bookaddiction #bibliophile #read#amreading #lovetoread #terrencemccauley#terrencemccauleybooks #bookouture #thrillers #thetwilighttown #CharlesSalzberg #TheBeginningofEverything

Acclaimed author, Eric Beetner discusses A WOUND THAT WILL NOT HEAL, the pulse-pounding conclusion to his Carter McCoy trilogy. The unforgettable series follows a terminally ill man who spends his last days taking out bad guys. Listen as we chat about writing, constructing tight plots and memorable characters, Eric's passion for film noir, and what crime fiction authors can learn from good film and TV writing. https://www.ericbeetner.com/ ABOUT THE AUTHOR Eric Beetner is the author of more than 30 books. He has been nominated for an International Thriller Award, a Shamus Award, and Multiple Anthony Awards. He is also a TV editor and producer, with 8 Emmy nominations, and a film noir buff with an encyclopedic knowledge of the genre. Thank you for joining us.

Love with a Bite—Sue Hinkin on the Inspiration Behind THE SNAKE HANDLER'S WIFE When Lucy Vega finds herself alone with her young son on her Malibu ranch, she's overjoyed to have her adult stepdaughter return. Lucy welcomes the young woman back into her life. But then strange things start to happen. Lucy's beloved paint stallion is bitten by a rattlesnake and vandals destroy animal pens. Lucy must find out the truth about her stepdaughter's return before it's too late and love turns deadly. Award-winning author Sue Hinkin joins me to discuss The Snake Handler's Wife, the thrilling final book in her Bea Middleton and Lucy Vega mystery series. Mystery lovers won't want to miss this engaging conversation. For more information on Sue, visit: suehinkin.com For more about my K-9 books, visit: kathleendonnelly.com Sit. Stay. Read. is a proud part of the Authors on the Air Global Network.

Lauren Nossett is a professor turned novelist and the award-winning author of the thrillers The Resemblance and The Professor. Her books have been Amazon Editors' picks and featured in The New York Times, Buzzfeed, E! News, and Paste Magazine. Described as "elegant and thoughtful" by The New York Times and "impossible to put down" by Paste Magazine, The Resemblance won the ITW Thriller Award for Best First Novel and was chosen as a Book All Georgians Should Read. Her next novel, Indie Darling, will release in July. Lauren currently lives in Nashville, Tennessee, with her husband and her spunky Pomeranian, Bowie. Killer Women Podcast is copyrighted by Authors on the Air Global Radio Network #podcast #author #interview #authors #KillerWomen #KillerWomenPodcast #authorsontheair #podcast #podcaster #killerwomen #killerwomenpodcast #authors #authorsofig #authorsofinstagram #authorinterview #writingcommunity #authorsontheair #suspensebooks #authorssupportingauthors #thrillerbooks #suspense #wip #writers #writersinspiration #books #bookrecommendations #bookaddict #bookaddicted #bookaddiction #bibliophile #read #amreading #lovetoread #daniellegirard #daniellegirardbooks #laurennossett #flatiron

Mystery author, Rita A. Popp, discusses her new release, THE MIDDLE OF NOWHERE. While on vacation at the remote guest ranch where her boyfriend works, Bethany becomes embroiled in a murder investigation. As dark secrets come to light, the local sheriff sets his sights on her boyfriend. Can she find the real killer before it's too late? "...another great Bethany Jarviss mystery."—5 star Amazon review Listen in as we chat about the inspiration for this setting, the “oh, yes” and “oh, no” moments from her first job as a reporter, and her super cool hobby! https://www.mariesutro.com/twisted-passages-podcast https://ritapopp.com ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Rita A. Popp writes light and twisty mysteries and other entertaining fiction. Her stories have appeared in various publications. Rita has been employed as a university writer and editor, community college instructor, and by three newspapers and a public relations agency. She has volunteered as a literacy tutor, literary journal staffer, and animal sanctuary writer and photographer. She and her husband live in Colorado and periodically travel to their mountain cabin in New Mexico.

Mia Thompson is a Swedish-American author best known for her internationally bestselling series, featuring heiress and vigilante, Sapphire Dubois. Prior to her life as a novelist, Mia studied Filmmaking in Europe, and Screenwriting in Los Angeles. website: authormiathompson.com IG: @miathompsonbooks --- Alie Dumas-Heidt is the author of The Myth Maker, a detective thriller introducing Det. Cassidy Cantwell, set in Tacoma Washington. She lives in the PNW with her husband, adult kids, and two spoiled dogs.

What happens when the race for victory collides with the gravity of unfinished love? This week on On the Air with Florenza, Meredith Lanzen takes readers beyond Earth and into the adrenaline-fueled world of Formula Zero, where elite zero-gravity racers battle for championships, redemption, and second chances. Madeline Clarke has fought her way into the galaxy's most prestigious racing league, but between a struggling career, family tensions, and the return of her former best friend, Julian Casperi, she finds herself navigating far more than dangerous tracks. Packed with romance, mystery, and heart-pounding action, Formula Zero delivers a thrilling journey across the stars. #OnTheAirWithFlorenza #MeredithLanzen #FormulaZero #SciFiRomance #SportsRomance #BookPodcast #AuthorInterview #SpaceAdventure #SlowBurnRomance #ReadersOfInstagram

She has spent her life telling other people's stories—but when the truth belongs to her closest friend, how much is she willing to reveal? Love this episode? Rate it ⭐️ Thumbs Up

We had a lot of laughs! Join us and Susan Lee as we gossip about her newest release, K-Drama, Keebs and the epic US tour she's about to embark on. See You at the Sunset, releases on 8/11. After being fired, Jia seeks escape in the form of a trip to her grandmother's senior living village. This is her happy place, spending time with people 50 years her senior who are living their best, 3:00 p.m.-happy-hour lives. Then Henry Shin arrives – the man who'd just fired her. He's as surprised as she is angry. As the summer continues, the chemistry between them ignites. But what will happen when the real world comes calling? #heahotseat #SusanLee #SeeYouAtTheSunset #romcom #podcast #authorsontheair #larkbrennan #SarahAndre #romancebooks #romancenovelsofinsta #authorinterview #authorsofinstagram #pamstack Susan Lee is a USA Today bestselling author of both young adult and adult romantic comedies. Her work has been featured in national outlets such as Buzzfeed, NPR, People Magazine and Pop Sugar. Kirkus Reviews calls Susan's voice “honest, fresh and thoughtful”. You can find her at https://www.susanleewrites.com/ https://www.threads.com/@susanleewrites https://www.instagram.com/susanleewrites Find Your Author Hosts: Sarah Andre at https://sarahandre.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SarahAndreNovels IG https://www.instagram.com/sarahandrenovels/ Lark Brennan at https://www.larkbrennan.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LarkBrennan/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/larkbrennan/ YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/43tWnZy

In Episode 47 of High Stakes, Tracey Devlyn sits down with author Beau L'Amour to discuss SKYRING WATER, an intense, well-researched Cold War thriller that moves with the globe-spanning urgency of an action-adventure story. “I bow and tip my hat to the amazing talents of Louis L'Amour and Beau L'Amour for SKYRING WATER.” —C. J. Box, #1 *New York Times* bestselling author Author's Website: https://LouisLAmour.com https://BeauLAmour.com https://SkyringWater.com Show Notes: https://traceydevlyn.com/podcast Love this episode? Rate it ⭐️ Thumbs Up

On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author Jen Julian about her latest Appalachian horror novel THE WINTER FOLK. Jen Julian's previous publications include a short story collection, Earthly Delights and Other Apocalypses (Press 53, 2018), which was the winner of Press 53's Short Fiction Prize, as well as work in numerous literary journals, most recently a story in Third Coast Magazine, which received distinction in Best American Short Stories 2023. Jen holds a PhD in English from the University of Missouri and an MFA in Fiction from UNC Greensboro. A 2016 Clarion Alumna, she has contributed fiction both to the Sewanee Writers' Conference and the Texas Book Festival. These days, Jen lives in the mountains of North Georgia and teaches creative writing at Young Harris College.

What if you never had a child, but someone believed you were their mother? Critically acclaimed author, Sarai Walker, discusses her new release, Furious Violet. The daughter of a beloved feminist icon receives an unsettling note from someone claiming to be her child, but she's never had any children. As the stalker grows ever more emboldened, she must figure out who it is and what they want, before it's too late. "...claustrophobic, pulse-pounding…rivets from start to cathartic finish."—Kirkus Reviews (starred review) Listen in as we chat about the dangers of comparison, the great devices she incorporated, and a certain word many women really don't like! (Not that one…and not that one either… listen in to find out!) https://www.mariesutro.com/twisted-passages-podcast https://www.saraiwalker.com ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Sarai Walker is the author of FURIOUS VIOLET (July 2026), THE CHERRY ROBBERS (May 2022) and DIETLAND (May 2015), which was adapted as a television series for AMC in 2018. Her work has been published in more than a dozen countries. Sarai has lectured on feminism and body image internationally. Her articles and essays have appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Guardian and elsewhere, and she worked as a writer and editor on an updated version of Our Bodies, Ourselves (2005). She holds an MFA in creative writing from Bennington College and a PhD in English from the University of London. During the 2025-26 academic year, she served as the Visiting Assistant Professor of Creative Writing at the University of Memphis.

A disgraced intel officer anxious to redeem herself after a disastrous mission, January Holte vows to uncover the identity of a traitor who is selling her agency's secrets. The few clues she's found have led her to a sleepy river town: Lethey, Texas—and to Bill Connors, the one man who might know the truth. July Whitlock, a rookie bodyguard, searches for his one and only client, who has suddenly disappeared. He follows a trail to Lethey to find his missing protectee—Bill Connors. But Bill's friends and enemies in Lethey have secrets of their own. And as January and July ask questions no one wants to answer, they find a tangled web of murder, greed, and ambition—one that will kill anyone who tries to unravel its mysteries. www.jeffabbott.com

Tori Eldridge is the author of Kaua‘i Storm, the Lily Wong mysteries, Dance Among the Flames, and numerous short stories. Born in Honolulu—of Hawaiian, Chinese, and Norwegian descent—Tori graduated from Punahou School with classmate Barack Obama before performing as an actress, singer, and dancer on Broadway, television, and film, and earning a fifth-degree black belt in To-Shin Do ninja martial arts. Her literary works have garnered Anthony, Lefty, and Macavity Award nominations and the 2021 Crimson Scribe for Best Book of the Year. Tori lives in Portland, Oregon, with her husband, near her precious mo‘opuna (grandchildren). For more information about Tori, her book club extras, and her reading ‘ohana, visit www.ToriEldridge.com. Spies, Lies and Private Eyes is copyrighted by Authors on the Air Global Radio Network #authorsofinstagram #authorinterview #writingcommunity #authorsontheair#suspensebooks#authorssupportingauthors #thrillerbooks #suspense #wip#writers#writersinspiration #books#bookrecommendations #bookaddict #bookaddicted#bookaddiction #bibliophile #read#amreading #lovetoread #terrencemccauley#terrencemccauleybooks #bookouture #thrillers #thetwilighttown #ToriEldridge #Hawai'iRage

I welcome Peter Rowe to talk about his book, Blood and Fame: the Intersecting Lives of Roman Polanski and Charles Manson. More on Peter Rowe can be found on his website, https://penzlerpublishers.com/product/blood-and-fame-polanski-manson-and-their-intersecting-lives/. More about me can be found on my website, https://www.charlessalzberg.com/. Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/TvfpEIyKRhY Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7MKrGdtwTzMuWJvGIlVqwV Listen on Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/peter-rowe-blood-and-fame-ep-1/id687959058?i=1000778324402

Carinn Jade is a lawyer, writer, and cohost of the Pop Fiction Women podcast. Her debut novel, The Astrology House, was a 2025 International Thriller Writers' Awards finalist in the category of Best First Novel. The Dahlia Suite is her second novel. Killer Women Podcast is copyrighted by Authors on the Air Global Radio Network #podcast #author #interview #authors #KillerWomen #KillerWomenPodcast #authorsontheair #podcast #podcaster #killerwomen #killerwomenpodcast #authors #authorsofig #authorsofinstagram #authorinterview #writingcommunity #authorsontheair #suspensebooks #authorssupportingauthors #thrillerbooks #suspense #wip #writers #writersinspiration #books #bookrecommendations #bookaddict #bookaddicted #bookaddiction #bibliophile #read #amreading #lovetoread #daniellegirard #daniellegirardbooks #carinnjade #atriabooks

Kathleen Donnelly: Deadly Revenge Website: https://kathleendonnelly.com/ There's nothing more terrifying than a trail of smoke over a summer-dry national forest—at least, that's what Forest Service law enforcement officer Maya Thompson thinks when she and her boyfriend, sheriff's deputy Josh Colten, spot the first signs of a fire over the Colorado mountains. But when she learns that a teen girl has been kidnapped and taken deep into the wilderness, a new fear grips her: If she and her K-9 partner, Juniper, can't reach them fast enough, the fire might not just destroy her beloved forest—it might be the end to an innocent girl's life.

SHOW NOTES EPISODE 1 About Kathleen Donnelly Award-winning author Kathleen Donnelly is a retired K-9 handler. She co-owned and worked dogs for nineteen years with Sherlock Hounds Detection Canines. She continues to enjoy crafting realism into her mysteries from her dog-handling experience. Along with working dogs, Kathleen trained horses and loves spending time with her own mare. Her love of the mountains came from growing up in Colorado and exploring the wilderness. She has a B.A. in Journalism from Colorado State University and formerly wrote for The Berthoud Weekly Surveyor where she won a Colorado Press Award. Her books have won or been finalists for multiple book awards. She lives near the Colorado foothills with her husband and four-legged friends. Kathleens Donnelly's Website: https://www. https://kathleendonnelly.com/ Get the Books Here: Buy Kathleen's Books About Kathleen Donnelly's podcast: Sit. Stay. Read Each episode, she interviews authors of heartwarming, adventurous, and tail-wagging tales. All featured books will have unforgettable animal characters or perfect reads to curl up and enjoy with your best four-legged friend. Whether you're a dog devotee, horse enthusiast, or feline fan, there's a story here just for you. https://kathleendonnelly.com/sit-stay-read/ Host Sue Hinkin's Website: https://www.suehinkin.com Music by Peter Tavalin htps://www.petertavalin.com The Femme Detective podcast is a proud member of the Authors on the Air Global Radio Network. Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/Z1rPs0MA0BU Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2vzv9Gd0Qo7hHrvWQYXrYH Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kathleen-donnelly-the-femme-detectives-ep-1/id687959058?i=1000778088418

There's nothing more terrifying than a trail of smoke over a summer-dry national forest—at least, that's what Forest Service law enforcement officer Maya Thompson thinks when she and her boyfriend, sheriff's deputy Josh Colten, spot the first signs of a fire over the Colorado mountains. But when she learns that a teen girl has been kidnapped and taken deep into the wilderness, a new fear grips her: If she and her K-9 partner, Juniper, can't reach them fast enough, the fire might not just destroy her beloved forest—it might be the end to an innocent girl's life. www.kathleendonnelly.com

Sometimes the longest journey isn't across a continent—it's the one that leads you back to yourself. When grief becomes too heavy to carry, some people go home. Others run. This week, author Tess Perko joins On the Air with Florenza to discuss her moving debut novel, Learning to Whistle. After losing her mother to breast cancer, Leonie chooses the unfamiliar streets of South America over the familiarity of home, hoping distance will quiet her pain. Instead, she discovers that healing has its own itinerary. Through breathtaking landscapes, unexpected friendships, and moments of quiet self-discovery, Learning to Whistle reminds us that sometimes getting lost is the very thing that helps us find ourselves. #LearningToWhistle #TessPerko #ContemporaryFiction #BookPodcast #WomenSupportingWomen #HealingJourney #BookLovers #GriefAndHope

Mark Thielman's debut novel The Devil's Kitchen includes nearly everything but the kitchen sink! A hidden treasure in Yellowstone National Park, plus multiple murders, a hidden message in a painting, a modern-day timeline paired with one in the 1790s involving the French Revolution and a wild expedition to the farthest reaches of America's brand-new Louisiana Purchase. The Devil's Kitchen is the first Johnson and Nance Mystery and Mark Thielman dishes about the clickbait that inspired this series, cool secrets he's learned while exploring America's National Parks, how his work as a prosecutor shaped his lead character, and how he mapped out the wildest road trip I've encountered in fiction all year! There's art, geologic features, and the sweetest pet sidekick who stole this reader's heart. If you love a twisty plot and treasure hunt, buckle up for this wild ride! Learn more about Guest Mark Thielman: https://markthielman.com/ Learn more about Host Melissa Westemeier: https://www.melwestemeier.com/ Learn more about the Scepter of Dagobert: https://www.rd.com/list/hidden-treasures-havent-been-found-yet/

On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author Justin Wymer about his new poetry collection LET THE FOREST GO. Justin is a writer and educator from West Virginia. He is the author of DEED and has been honored by the Harvard Office for the Arts, the Radcliffe Institute, the University of Iowa, and the Academy of American Poets. His work appears in the Boston Review, the Kenyon Review, Literary Hub, and other publications. Find him online at justinwymer.com.

In Episode 46 of High Stakes, Tracey Devlyn sits down with author Arvind Ethan David to discuss his new historical novel, THE GREAT GAME—a richly voiced murder mystery blending political tension, literary flair, and a fascinating glimpse of 1905 London through the eyes of an Indian man navigating a world determined to underestimate him. “A brilliant, relentlessly paced classic crime thriller of good versus evil.” —Jeffrey Deaver, International #1 bestselling author Author's Website: https://ArvindEthanDavid.co Show Notes: https://traceydevlyn.com/podcast Love this episode? Rate it ⭐️ Thumbs Up

Manju Soni, pen name MJ Soni, is the author of short stories and DEFYING APARTHEID, her part-memoir about being a doctor activist in apartheid South Africa. Her debut mystery, THE MASALA CHAI MYSTERY CLUB, is out July 21, 2026. Killer Women Podcast is copyrighted by Authors on the Air Global Radio Network #podcast #author #interview #authors #KillerWomen #KillerWomenPodcast #authorsontheair #podcast #podcaster #killerwomen #killerwomenpodcast #authors #authorsofig #authorsofinstagram #authorinterview #writingcommunity #authorsontheair #suspensebooks #authorssupportingauthors #thrillerbooks #suspense #wip #writers #writersinspiration #books #bookrecommendations #bookaddict #bookaddicted #bookaddiction #bibliophile #read #amreading #lovetoread #daniellegirard #daniellegirardbooks #manjusoni #crookedlanepublishers

Christina Dodd is a New York Times bestselling author whose suspense, paranormal, and historical mystery novels have been translated into 30 languages and sold more than 15 million copies in print. Praised for her “brilliantly etched characters, polished writing, and unexpected flashes of sharp humor that are pure Dodd” (Booklist), her award-winning books have landed on numerous Best of the Year lists and, much to her mother's delight, Dodd was once a clue in the Los Angeles Times crossword puzzle. She lives with her family in the Pacific Northwest, where her 700 lavender plants share the yard with her husband's various “Big Projects,” including a treehouse, zipline, and their very own Stonehenge. Trailer link: https://www.christinadodd.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Av-Now-Christina-TTTB-Trailer.mp4 You can find Christina at: http://www.christinadodd.com/ https://www.facebook.com/ChristinaDoddFans https://www.instagram.com/christinadoddbooks/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_zZ6JbF2oKOIIVjfzMEGKg Find Your Author Hosts: Sarah Andre at https://sarahandre.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SarahAndreNovels IG https://www.instagram.com/sarahandrenovels/ Lark Brennan at https://www.larkbrennan.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LarkBrennan/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/larkbrennan/ YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/43tWnZy

Author Carrin Jade, discusses her new release, THE DAHLIA SUITE. When women start disappearing from an ultra-exclusive island resort, three women begin searching for answers. But someone doesn't want the truth to come out, and will go to any lengths to stop them. “…meet your new obsession. This book is a total winner!” —Sarah Pekkanen, #1 New York Times bestselling author Listen in as we chat about how the power of dichotomies, the decisions we make when we feel we don't belong, and the smoothie craze this book has me obsessing over! https://www.mariesutro.com/twisted-passages-podcast ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Carinn Jade is a lawyer, writer, and cohost of the Pop Fiction Women podcast. Her debut novel, The Astrology House, was a 2025 International Thriller Writers' Awards finalist in the category of Best First Novel. The Dahlia Suite is her second novel.

A Crime Scene Full of Secrets—Bruce Robert Coffin on BITTER FALL When Summer Randall goes out for an evening run, she doesn't expect it to be her last. Detective Brock Justice doesn't believe Summer's death was accidental. As Brock and his partner Chloe Wright start to unravel the mystery, they discover there are many deadly secrets in Summer's past. Can they find out what really happened and who killed Summer before it's too late? Award-winning author and former detective sergeant Bruce Robert Coffin returns to the podcast to celebrate his milestone 10th novel, Bitter Fall. We had fun discussing K-9 evidence searches, game cameras, poaching investigations, and what's next for Detective Brock Justice. If you love authentic police procedurals, this is an episode you won't want to miss. For more information on Bruce, visit: brucerobertcoffin.com For more about my K-9 books, visit: kathleendonnelly.com Sit. Stay. Read. is a proud part of the Authors on the Air Global Network.

Justine van der Leun discusses her powerful book that tells the stories of three women charged with murder after years of sexual and domestic abuse. Her seven years of research reveal how childhood trauma can make survivors vulnerable to later abuse, why leaving their abusers is so difficult, and why the legal system has often failed to understand women who finally fought back. It really makes you understand the plights of these women. Watch on YouTube: Listen on Spotify: Listen on Apple Podcasts: