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James S. Murray is a writer, Executive Producer and comedian, best known as "Murr'' on the hit TV show Impractical Jokers. Impractical Jokers airs on TruTV and TBS between the hours of 8am through 8am the next day, pretty much 7 days a week. The show is in its 11th season, with Season 12 on the way in 2025.Prior to Impractical Jokers, he worked as the Senior Vice President of Development for the TV company NorthSouth Productions for over a decade. During his tenure there, he developed and pitched thousands of TV shows, and even sold a bunch; of which a couple were pretty good.As the President of Impractical Productions, a TV and Film Production company, Murr develops and sells highly commercial, produceable content in the TV, film and literary worlds. Impractical Productions adapts Murray's literary IP for the big and small screen while also developing and producing original content.Murray is also a co-owner of Bad Woods Entertainment, part of a first look TV development deal with Warner Brothers Discovery. Our legal team likes us to disclose that while the company is called "Bad Woods" the ideas are quite ok actually.Murr also tours the world playing sold out venues such as Madison Square Garden & the 02 Arena in London. That being said, he'd perform at a Knights of Columbus hall if the price were right.He is an international bestselling author with 9 published titles from major publishing houses such as HarperCollins, St. Martin's Press, Blackstone Publishing and Penguin Random House. Murr's action-packed novels span many different genres (including mystery-thrillers, horrors, science-fiction, serial killer novels and paranormal). And he's written 3 sci-fi comedy kids books. You know, for the kids.He's also a loving husband to his wife, Melyssa, and to his puppies, Penny & Pepper. Just to be clear - he's only married to Melyssa.When not filming, producing or touring the world, Murr is at home in PrincetBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

James S. Murray is a writer, Executive Producer and comedian, best known as "Murr'' on the hit TV show Impractical Jokers. Impractical Jokers airs on TruTV and TBS between the hours of 8am through 8am the next day, pretty much 7 days a week. The show is in its 11th season, with Season 12 on the way in 2025.Prior to Impractical Jokers, he worked as the Senior Vice President of Development for the TV company NorthSouth Productions for over a decade. During his tenure there, he developed and pitched thousands of TV shows, and even sold a bunch; of which a couple were pretty good.As the President of Impractical Productions, a TV and Film Production company, Murr develops and sells highly commercial, produceable content in the TV, film and literary worlds. Impractical Productions adapts Murray's literary IP for the big and small screen while also developing and producing original content.Murray is also a co-owner of Bad Woods Entertainment, part of a first look TV development deal with Warner Brothers Discovery. Our legal team likes us to disclose that while the company is called "Bad Woods" the ideas are quite ok actually.Murr also tours the world playing sold out venues such as Madison Square Garden & the 02 Arena in London. That being said, he'd perform at a Knights of Columbus hall if the price were right.He is an international bestselling author with 9 published titles from major publishing houses such as HarperCollins, St. Martin's Press, Blackstone Publishing and Penguin Random House. Murr's action-packed novels span many different genres (including mystery-thrillers, horrors, science-fiction, serial killer novels and paranormal). And he's written 3 sci-fi comedy kids books. You know, for the kids.He's also a loving husband to his wife, Melyssa, and to his puppies, Penny & Pepper. Just to be clear - he's only married to Melyssa.When not filming, producing or touring the world, Murr is at home in PrincetBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.

This time we discussed Transmentation | Transience: Or, an Accession to the People's Council for Nine Thousand Worlds, written by Darkly Lem and narrated by Dion Graham. Thank you to Libro.fm ALC Program and Blackstone Publishing for providing audio review copies of Transmentation | Transience for today's episode. Transmentation | Transience [Libro.fm] The Space Between Worlds [Libro.fm] No Gods, No Monsters [Libro.fm] The Voyage of the White Cloud [Libro.fm] Tread of Angels [Libro.fm] American War [Libro.fm]

In this episode, we dive into the unapologetic magic of dropping the backpack of shame with Giovanna Silvestre and how confusion can actually be your catalyst for growth! Over-apologizing is so last season, it's time to trust our creativity, own our choices, and lead our lives with love and kindness. We talk about trading self-judgment for self-appreciation, flipping comparison on its head, and learning to use it instead of letting it use us. If you've ever felt weighed down by expectations (yours or someone else's), this conversation is your permission slip to let it all go and step into your power.    Giovanna Silvestre is the visionary behind Confused Girl in the City, an international activewear brand that harmoniously fuses beauty and spirituality through unique healing crystals. Featured on NBC, Forbes, and LA Yoga, she is set to release her book, “Confused Girl, Find Your Peace in the Chaos,” published by Blackstone Publishing. After transitioning from the entertainment industry, Giovanna has become a prominent lifestyle and wellness influencer, entrepreneur, and author. Follow her journey on Instagram. Grab a Copy Of Her Book Here: https://a.co/d/6wlXt8Z @ConfusedGirlLA and visit www.confusedgirlinthecity.com

In speaking with my two guests, they shared stories of the three generations of writers in the family including, Irene's mother, Wilma, followed by my guest, Irene and her son Brendan. Brendan is an award winning graphic novel/picture book author and acquiring editor at Blackstone Publishing where he also runs the TV and Film Division even made notice of having his maternal grandmothers published books on his desk. Brendan shares that he was always supported and encouraged by his family with his passion for comic books which he started writing and drawing caricatures at a young age.In time, Irene expressed "that the family was moving in a different direction and the divorce was almost inevitable." Irene continues, "I'm highly emotionally intelligent and I finally found my tribe. I found people who spoke my language." This all occurred once she went back to school for her Masters Degree in Counseling, and later on became a social worker. Brendan raves about his childhood as a latch key kid. He loved growing up in Connecticut. And now as a father, he appreciates even more what it takes for parents to raise their children. And now he's learned even more about what his mother was going through raising the four Deneen children.Both Irene and Brendan claim to be emotionally intelligent-they are very good at listening to others, which Brendan feels that "not many people listen to one another these days." Brendan has always been there for his mom as a sounding board. Irene says " Brendan was my listening post." When she needed to talk, she call Brendan.They have a special bond for sure. They respect one another.Irene Deneen Murray: Irene Deneen Murray grew up in the 50's, an era when a woman could be a nurse, teacher or secretary. She chose teacher because it pleased her mother. In truth the first half of her life was devoted to taking care of or pleasing her mother. At age 50 having raised 4 kids in a Hollywood -worthy suburb, Irene became a divorcee and learned to love being more adventurous than she had previously ever imagined. By then she was working as a social worker having recently earned a Master's Degree in Counseling. Irene loves the natural world and has been a devoted hiker and later a biker, paddler and pretty consistently a practitioner of yoga. She continues these pastimes presently sometimes to the chagrin of her children since they may picture her falling off a cliff, rolling over in her kayak or some other catastrophe. Her children and grandchildren are her greatest achievement. She is a good observer and has insight galore but is sometimes amazed at how each of her children has developed so uniquely. Brendan Deneen is the author of the novelsThe Ninth Circle andThe Chrysalis, as well as the bestselling four-volume Night Night, Groot picture book series for Marvel/Disney. He's also the author of the middle-grade graphic novelGreen Arrow: Stranded for DC Comics; the novels Morbius: Blood Ties and Guardians of the Galaxy: Annihilation:Conquest from Marvel/Titan, and Alien: Uncivil War from 20th Century Studios/Titan. His other graphic novel work includes multiple volumes of Flash Gordon, an original Island of Misfit Toys book, and the original graphic novel Scatterbrain. In addition to his writing, Brendan has been working in the publishing and film/TV industries for twenty-five years, including development jobs with Scott Rudin Productions and Miramax, as well as editorial and book-to-film jobs with St. Martin's Press and Tor Books. He currently works at Blackstone Publishing, where he's an acquiring editor in addition to running the company's film/TV division, which he created, and where he has dozens of literary projects set up at movie studios, streamers, and networks. His short stories and essays have been published by St. Martin's Press, Reader's Digest Books, 13Thirty Press, and Necro Publications.  Brendan Deneen's Written Works:NOVELS                                                                    The Ninth CircleThe ChrysalisMorbius: Blood TiesGuardians of the Galaxy: Annihilation--ConquestAlien: Uncivil WarTracer GRAPHIC NOVELSScatterbrainFlash Gordon: The Mercy WarsFlash Gordon: Invasion of the Red Sword Flash Gordon: The Vengeance of MingThe Island of Misfit Toys Green Arrow: Stranded PICTURE BOOKSNight Night, Groot First Day of Groot!Snow Day for Groot!Summer Adventure for Groot! "Should Have Listened To My Mother" is an ongoing conversation about mothers/female role models and the roles they play in our lives. Jackie's guests are open and honest and answer the question, are you who you are today because of, or in spite of, your mother and so much more. You'll be amazed at what the responses are.Gina Kunadian wrote this 5 Star review on Apple Podcast:SHLTMM TESTIMONIAL GINA KUNADIAN JUNE 18, 2024“A Heartfelt and Insightful Exploration of Maternal Love”Jackie Tantillo's “Should Have Listened To My Mother” Podcast is a treasure and it's clear why it's a 2023 People's Choice Podcast Award Nominee. This show delves into the profound impact mother and maternal role models have on our lives through personal stories and reflections.Each episode offers a chance to learn how different individuals have been shaped by their mothers' actions and words. Jackie skillfully guides these conversations, revealing why guests with similar backgrounds have forged different paths.This podcast is a collection of timeless stories that highlight the powerful role of maternal figures in our society. Whether your mother influenced you positively or you thrived despite challenges, this show resonates deeply.I highly recommend “Should Have Listened To My Mother” Podcast for its insightful, heartfelt and enriching content.Gina Kunadian"Should Have Listened To My Mother" would not be possible without the generosity, sincerity and insight from my guests. In 2018/2019, in getting ready to launch my podcast, so many were willing to give their time and share their personal stories of their relationship with their mother, for better or worse and what they learned from that maternal relationship. Some of my guests include Nationally and Internationally recognized authors, Journalists, Columbia University Professors, Health Practitioners, Scientists, Artists, Attorneys, Baritone Singer, Pulitzer Prize Winning Journalist, Activists, Freighter Sea Captain, Film Production Manager, Professor of Writing Montclair State University, Attorney and family advocate @CUNY Law; NYC First Responder/NYC Firefighter, Child and Adult Special Needs Activist, Property Manager, Chefs, Self Help Advocates, therapists and so many more talented and insightful women and men.Jackie has worked in the broadcasting industry for over four decades. 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USA Today Bestselling author, Ann Charles, writes spicy stories full of mystery, comedy, adventure, suspense, romance, and supernatural mayhem. When she's not dabbling in fiction, she's arm wrestling with her two kids, attempting to seduce her husband, and arguing with her sassy cats.  Nearly Departed in Deadwood:The book that started the critically acclaimed Deadwood series now out in a new special collector's hardcover edition by USA Today Bestseller, Ann Charles! Published by Blackstone Publishing  http://anncharles.com  The Douglas Coleman Show VE (Video Edition) offers video promotional packages for authors. Please see our website for complete details.https://www.douglascolemanmusic.com/vepromo/Please help us to continue to bring you quality content by showing your support for our show. https://fundrazr.com/e2CLX2?ref=ab_eCTqb8_ab_31eRtAh53pq31eRtAh53pq    

We opened the episode with a continuation of our Villains Month coverage, diving into the more nuanced territory of morally gray characters. In this third week, we shifted from examining outright villains to exploring the blurred lines between villains and antiheroes.While often confusing, this distinction can help deepen our understanding of literary characters and narrative structure. We discussed how selfish motives and chaotic actions typically define villains, whereas antiheroes may lack traditional heroic qualities but are still driven by noble or relatable goals.What Is On Our NightstandsBefore diving into the main theme, we shared what's currently on our nightstands. Arthur has just finished Transmentation | Transcience by Darkly Lem, a multi-universe sci-fi thriller recently released by Blackstone Publishing. He's moving on to Rhino: The Rise of a Warrior by Nicholas Sainsbury Smith, which is being described as a Conan-meets-Mad-Max-style story set in the Hell Divers universe. A book review will be published soon.Meaghan, on the other hand, is juggling a few books. She's reading an advanced copy of When She Was Gone by Sarah Foster, a psychological thriller that explores family estrangement and disappearance through multiple POVs.She's also in the early chapters of Grady Hendrix's Witchcraft for Wayward Girls, which touches on the dark history of homes for “troubled” girls, wrapped in Hendrix's signature dark humor. Additionally, she's reading Scythe and Sparrow by Brynn Weaver on her subway commutes - the final installment in the Ruinous Love trilogy, known for its dark romance and black comedy. The first book, Butcher and Blackbird, is even getting a film adaptation.Defining Villains vs. AntiheroesOur main discussion centered around defining the differences between villains and antiheroes. We agreed that villains are typically characterized by outright selfishness, chaos, and harm with little to no regard for others. They oppose the protagonist and often revel in destruction or dominance.Antiheroes, in contrast, may lack traditional heroic qualities - like moral clarity, compassion, or honor - but are usually driven by a personal code or a higher, sometimes noble, purpose. Their actions might be questionable, but their motives often aim toward the greater good. For example, they may take morally ambiguous paths to achieve just ends.We used Patrick Bateman from American Psycho and Joe Goldberg from You to illustrate this line. While both offer internal justifications for their actions, we agree that their intentions and outcomes mark them more as villains than antiheroes. They may rationalize what they do, but ultimately their actions are self-serving and destructive.Another great example we discussed was Zayden from Fourth Wing. Though initially perceived as a villain by the protagonist, Violet, his motivations are revealed to be much more layered, shifting his status into antihero territory. Similar shifts occur in characters like Rhysand from ACOTAR, who is misunderstood early on but ultimately acts with benevolent intentions.The Complexity of Character Roles in Narrative StructureWe examined how literary structure, especially multiple POV storytelling, can alter our perceptions of characters. With multiple viewpoints, we often gain deeper insight into the inner motivations of a character who might otherwise appear villainous from another perspective.Meaghan made the point that antiheroes don't need to be the main character. In stories with multiple perspectives, an antihero can be a supporting or secondary character whose actions significantly impact the narrative, even if they're not the protagonist.We discussed characters like Captain Ahab from Moby Dick, Jay Gatsby, and Shakespearean figures like Macbeth and Hamlet. These figures blur the lines between heroism and villainy by embodying both admirable and damning traits. Captain Ahab is fueled by vengeance but is also driven by deeper human emotions, while Gatsby's immoral actions are motivated by love and longing.We touched on how world-building can influence a character's perceived morality. In tightly defined universes, a single action might shift a character from hero to villain or vice versa. The broader and more complex the setting, the easier it becomes to justify or criticize those actions.Modern Obsession with Antiheroes and Reader RelatabilityA recurring theme in our talk was the rising popularity of antiheroes, especially in BookTok communities and modern literature. Meaghan emphasized how modern readers are drawn to nuanced characters who reflect the gray morality of real life. Straightforward good-versus-evil narratives feel outdated to many readers who want complexity and inner conflict in their characters.Romance novels, particularly dark romance, often play with this dynamic. Characters like Zade Meadows from Haunting Adeline or those in Lights Out by Navetta Allen operate with morally questionable methods but are driven by well-intentioned motives, making them compelling and controversial at the same time.We also reflected on Joe Goldberg's character arc and how the show's clever use of internal narration makes viewers uncomfortably sympathetic toward someone who is clearly a villain. This blurring creates tension and complicates our engagement with the story, prompting us to question our moral compass.Characters like Tyrion Lannister in Game of Thrones were also mentioned. While initially self-serving, he evolves over the series into someone with more noble intentions, even if he doesn't fit the typical heroic mold. He shifts from a villain to a morally gray character and eventually a reluctant hero in some people's eyes.Genre Examples and Pop Culture InfluenceWe highlighted how genres like comic books and dark fantasy frequently feature antiheroes. Characters like Deadpool, Daredevil, The Punisher, and Batman exemplify this model. These characters challenge traditional morality, often operating outside the law but still striving to uphold a personal sense of justice. Meaghan noted that even characters like Geralt from The Witcher are often misclassified as antiheroes when they may just be grumpy or reluctant heroes.Arthur brought up the Murderbot Diaries as another upcoming example - an android that hacks its programming to gain autonomy while also occasionally killing humans. It's complex, emotionally resonant, and set to become an Apple TV series.We also briefly touched on Silo's Juliet, who represents a reluctant hero more than an antihero. Her role highlights how characters are shaped by the world around them and are often pulled into heroism unwillingly.We examined situations where antiheroes may shift into villain territory, such as Tamlin from ACOTAR, whose descent into darker behavior between books one and two sparked significant conversation among readers. While some hope for redemption, others see the character's trajectory as complete.Finally, we discussed how some stories allow villains or antiheroes to win. Meaghan noted that this feels more realistic because, in life, good doesn't always triumph. These narratives, while less conventional, often leave a more lasting impact on readers.Final Thoughts and What's NextWe wrapped up by affirming our shared preference for morally complex characters over one-dimensional heroes or villains. Antiheroes, with their flaws, motivations, and layered choices, make for more engaging narratives. Readers want characters that mirror real-life complexity, and antiheroes offer that depth in spades.In the closing segment, we teased our next episode, where we'll focus on different portrayals of a famously adapted villain character across books, films, and shows. We plan to compare portrayals, potentially do a ranking, and analyze how this character has changed across time and mediums.In the meantime, we encouraged listeners to check out our latest reviews and ARCs on our website, FullyBooked.ca, and subscribe to the Bookish newsletter to stay up to date with all our content.

Ali Smith, a portrait and documentary photographer, moved to the UK from NYC, where she built a career shooting for The Guardian, The New York Times, and more. She's shot campaigns for Rimmel, Disney, and Johnson & Johnson and published two acclaimed photography books—Momma Love earned praise from The NY Times and Gloria Steinem. Her work, rooted in gender equality and environmentalism, includes a grant-funded project on incarcerated mothers. She's exhibited and taught internationally, mentoring young women in photography. Also a writer and former touring musician, her memoir The Ballad of Speedball Baby dropped back in January 2024 via Blackstone Publishing.

This time around, we have a bit of a different format, featuring the book that started it all for me, The 4-Hour Workweek. Readers and listeners often ask me what I would change or update, but an equally interesting question is: what wouldn't I change? What stands the test of time and hasn't lost any potency? This episode features one of the most important chapters from the audiobook of The 4-Hour Workweek. It includes tools and frameworks that I use to this day, including Pareto's Law and Parkinson's Law. The chapter is narrated by the great voice actor Ray Porter. If you are interested in checking out the rest of the audiobook, which is produced and copyrighted by Blackstone Publishing, you can find it on Audible, Apple, Google, Spotify, Downpour.com, or wherever you find your favorite audiobooks.Sponsors:ExpressVPN high-speed, secure, and anonymous VPN service: https://www.expressvpn.com/tim (get 3 or 4 months free on their annual plans) Momentous high-quality supplements: https://livemomentous.com/tim (code TIM for 20% off)Helix Sleep premium mattresses: https://HelixSleep.com/Tim (Between 20% and 27% off all mattress orders and two free pillows)*For show notes and past guests on The Tim Ferriss Show, please visit tim.blog/podcast.For deals from sponsors of The Tim Ferriss Show, please visit tim.blog/podcast-sponsorsSign up for Tim's email newsletter (5-Bullet Friday) at tim.blog/friday.For transcripts of episodes, go to tim.blog/transcripts.Discover Tim's books: tim.blog/books.Follow Tim:Twitter: twitter.com/tferriss Instagram: instagram.com/timferrissYouTube: youtube.com/timferrissFacebook: facebook.com/timferriss LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/timferrissPast guests on The Tim Ferriss Show include Jerry Seinfeld, Hugh Jackman, Dr. Jane Goodall, LeBron James, Kevin Hart, Doris Kearns Goodwin, Jamie Foxx, Matthew McConaughey, Esther Perel, Elizabeth Gilbert, Terry Crews, Sia, Yuval Noah Harari, Malcolm Gladwell, Madeleine Albright, Cheryl Strayed, Jim Collins, Mary Karr, Maria Popova, Sam Harris, Michael Phelps, Bob Iger, Edward Norton, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Neil Strauss, Ken Burns, Maria Sharapova, Marc Andreessen, Neil Gaiman, Neil de Grasse Tyson, Jocko Willink, Daniel Ek, Kelly Slater, Dr. Peter Attia, Seth Godin, Howard Marks, Dr. Brené Brown, Eric Schmidt, Michael Lewis, Joe Gebbia, Michael Pollan, Dr. Jordan Peterson, Vince Vaughn, Brian Koppelman, Ramit Sethi, Dax Shepard, Tony Robbins, Jim Dethmer, Dan Harris, Ray Dalio, Naval Ravikant, Vitalik Buterin, Elizabeth Lesser, Amanda Palmer, Katie Haun, Sir Richard Branson, Chuck Palahniuk, Arianna Huffington, Reid Hoffman, Bill Burr, Whitney Cummings, Rick Rubin, Dr. Vivek Murthy, Darren Aronofsky, Margaret Atwood, Mark Zuckerberg, Peter Thiel, Dr. Gabor Maté, Anne Lamott, Sarah Silverman, Dr. Andrew Huberman, and many more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today we talk about writing and publishing short stories. Have you thought about how writing short fiction might help your creative process? Tune in today to hear these four masters talk craft with Hank. Henry Herz has authored fourteen picture books and edited eight anthologies for Albert Whitman & Co., Blackstone Publishing, and others. His short stories have been published by Weird Tales, Baen Books, Pseudopod, Metastellar, Titan Books, Highlights for Children, and Ladybug magazine. He holds a BS in engineering from Cornell University, an MS in engineering from George Washington University, and an MA in political science from Georgetown University.  Number one New York Times bestselling author Scott Sigler is the creator of eighteen novels, six novellas, dozens of short stories, and thousands of podcast episodes. He is an inaugural inductee into the Podcasting Hall of Fame. His podcast fans fervently anticipate their weekly story fix, so much so that they've dubbed themselves “Sigler Junkies” and have downloaded over fifty million episodes. Jonathan Maberry is a New York Times bestselling author, five-time Bram Stoker Award winner, four-time Scribe Award winner, Inkpot Award winner, and comic book writer. His vampire apocalypse book series, V-Wars, became a Netflix original series. He writes horror, science fiction, epic fantasy, thriller, and more. He is the president of the International Association of Media Tie-in Writers and the editor of Weird Tales magazine. David Mack is the award-winning New York Times bestselling author of more than thirty-six novels and numerous short works of science fiction, fantasy, and adventure, including the Star Trek Destiny and Cold Equations trilogies. Mack's writing credits span television (for episodes of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine), film, and comic books. He also has worked as a consultant on the animated television series Star Trek: Lower Decks and Star Trek: Prodigy. The International Association of Media Tie-in Writers honored him as a Grandmaster with its Faust Award.

This time around, we have a bit of a different format, featuring the book that started it all, The 4-Hour Workweek, which was published in 2007. It's crazy to think that the 20th anniversary is around the corner. Readers and listeners often ask me what I would change or update, but in my mind, an equally interesting question is: what wouldn't I change? What stands the test of time and hasn't lost any potency? This episode features three chapters from the audiobook of The 4-Hour Workweek that are time-tested. They represent tools and frameworks that have changed my life and that I still use today.The 4-Hour Workweek: Expanded and Updated is written by Timothy Ferriss and narrated by Ray Porter. The audiobook, produced and copyrighted by Blackstone Publishing, is available wherever audiobooks are sold. You can find it on Audible, Apple, Google, Spotify, Downpour.com, or wherever you get your favorite audiobooks.Sponsors:Seed's DS-01® Daily Synbiotic broad spectrum 24-strain probiotic + prebiotic: https://Seed.com/Tim (Use code 25TIM for 25% off your first month's supply)Helix Sleep premium mattresses: https://HelixSleep.com/Tim (20% off all mattress orders and two free pillows)AG1 all-in-one nutritional supplement: https://DrinkAG1.com/Tim (1-year supply of Vitamin D (and 5 free AG1 travel packs) with your first subscription purchase.)*For show notes and past guests on The Tim Ferriss Show, please visit tim.blog/podcast.For deals from sponsors of The Tim Ferriss Show, please visit tim.blog/podcast-sponsorsSign up for Tim's email newsletter (5-Bullet Friday) at tim.blog/friday.For transcripts of episodes, go to tim.blog/transcripts.Discover Tim's books: tim.blog/books.Follow Tim:Twitter: twitter.com/tferriss Instagram: instagram.com/timferrissYouTube: youtube.com/timferrissFacebook: facebook.com/timferriss LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/timferrissPast guests on The Tim Ferriss Show include Jerry Seinfeld, Hugh Jackman, Dr. Jane Goodall, LeBron James, Kevin Hart, Doris Kearns Goodwin, Jamie Foxx, Matthew McConaughey, Esther Perel, Elizabeth Gilbert, Terry Crews, Sia, Yuval Noah Harari, Malcolm Gladwell, Madeleine Albright, Cheryl Strayed, Jim Collins, Mary Karr, Maria Popova, Sam Harris, Michael Phelps, Bob Iger, Edward Norton, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Neil Strauss, Ken Burns, Maria Sharapova, Marc Andreessen, Neil Gaiman, Neil de Grasse Tyson, Jocko Willink, Daniel Ek, Kelly Slater, Dr. Peter Attia, Seth Godin, Howard Marks, Dr. Brené Brown, Eric Schmidt, Michael Lewis, Joe Gebbia, Michael Pollan, Dr. Jordan Peterson, Vince Vaughn, Brian Koppelman, Ramit Sethi, Dax Shepard, Tony Robbins, Jim Dethmer, Dan Harris, Ray Dalio, Naval Ravikant, Vitalik Buterin, Elizabeth Lesser, Amanda Palmer, Katie Haun, Sir Richard Branson, Chuck Palahniuk, Arianna Huffington, Reid Hoffman, Bill Burr, Whitney Cummings, Rick Rubin, Dr. Vivek Murthy, Darren Aronofsky, Margaret Atwood, Mark Zuckerberg, Peter Thiel, Dr. Gabor Maté, Anne Lamott, Sarah Silverman, Dr. Andrew Huberman, and many more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Our guest today for episode #119 is Hollywood producer turned Author, David List. A native New Yorker, David List began his career in the mailroom of the New York office of the William Morris Agency, quickly rising to become an agent in their exclusive TV Packaging division. Subsequently, he moved to Los Angeles and segued into film and television production, first as Sr. Vice President of Development and Production, for Dodi Fayed, who later lost his life in an automobile crash with Princess Diana, and then for Albert S. Ruddy, legendary film producer of Oscar-winning films such as The Godfather and Million Dollar Baby. He later founded his own company, RoadDog Industries, Inc., and in late 2022 was the Executive Producer of Miramax's new Fletch film, Confess, Fletch, starring Jon Hamm. He resides in Los Angeles. What Are the Odds, his first novel, is due out on October 22, 2024, from one of America's most respected publishing houses, Blackstone Publishing. He is currently working on his second novel, The Whale Hunter.

Guest Brian Asman discusses his move from indie horror author to traditional publishing for his new novel GOOD DOGS (which hit stores the day this episode was released). Indie authors know the grind of doing everything by themselves, from writing to publishing to marketing to promotion and on and on. What's it like for an indie author with a hit novel under his belt to get a support team behind him? Listen in and find out. Brian's 2021 indie novel MAN, F**K THIS HOUSE put him on the map and led to his signing with Blackstone Publishing, the publisher of GOOD DOGS.  Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2024 by Empty Set Entertainment  Make your business howl at the moon with a new domain. The GoDaddy Promo Code CJCFOSSIG slashes 99% off the first year of a three-year new domain registration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“The task of writing is to take a character and put him up a tree and start throwing rocks at him,” notes novelist, screenwriter, comic book writer, and television showrunner J. Michael Straczynski. The two-time Hugo Award-winning author is perhaps best known as the creator of the television series “Babylon 5”, and as the screenwriter for the 2008 Oscar-nominated Clint Eastwood film “Changeling.” He is also the author of the Superman: Earth One” trilogy of graphic novels, and for many years he was the writer for Marvel Comics' “Thor,” “Fantastic Four,” and “The Amazing Spider-Man” series, as well as for DC's “Superman,” “Wonder Woman,” and “Before Watchmen” titles.     These days, Joe is spending most of his time throwing rocks on behalf of his late friend Harlan Ellison, the legendary writer of speculative fiction, who is having a bit of a moment more than six years after his death. As the executor of the Harlan Ellison estate, Joe has been the driving force behind the re-release of the first two installments of Ellison's landmark story collections Dangerous Visions and Again, Dangerous Visions, which the author had always imagined as a trilogy. Now, thanks to Joe Straczynski's dedication, the long-awaited third installment of “the most significant and controversial Science Fiction collections of our time,” will finally see the light of day with the publication of The Last Dangerous Visions, due from Blackstone Publishing in October 2024. “Harlan was my friend, and I have an obligation to him to get his work where it needs to be, in front of a mainstream audience,” Joe reflects on a year that has also seen the publication of a new collection of Ellison's stories (Greatest Hits) as well as a novel of his own (The Glass Box).  Join us as we talk with J. Michael Straczynski on his influences as a writer, on the art and craft of storytelling in all its many forms, and on what it has meant to him to be able to breathe new life into the work of an artist hailed by the Los Angeles Times as “a twentieth-century Lewis Carroll.” Learn more about  J. Michael Straczynski: Website Facebook Instagram Twitter Please support the sponsors who support our show: Ritani Jewelers Chelsea Devantez's I Shouldn't Be Telling You This Daniel Paisner's Balloon Dog  Daniel Paisner's SHOW: The Making and Unmaking of a Network Television Pilot Unforgiving: Lessons from the Fall by Lindsey Jacobellis Film Movement Plus (PODCAST) | 30% discount Libro.fm (ASTOLDTO) | 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 when you start your membership Film Freaks Forever! podcast, hosted by Mark Jordan Legan and Phoef Sutton Everyday Shakespeare podcast A Mighty Blaze podcast The Writer's Bone Podcast Network Misfits Market (WRITERSBONE) | $15 off your first order  Film Movement Plus (PODCAST) | 30% discount Wizard Pins (WRITERSBONE) | 20% discount

Anthony Goff is the President of Blackstone Publishing. I met Anthony when we shared spots on the Audio Publishers Assn Board of Directors in the early 2010s when he was the audio publisher at Hachette. He has been involved in publishing and the growth of the audiobook industry for three decades and is very knowledgeable about its history and growth and what's in store in the future. We also discuss how to get your book published as an audiobook—what to do and what not to do.

The 2024 Pharmacist Authors Series concludes today with Part 3 of 3.  The goal of the series is to inspire you to write a book.    Who is the third author in this series?  It's me (Kim Newlove, RPh/Podcast Host)! Today we're talking about my eBook and audiobook. The title is Pharmacist Podcaster: A Podcast-Planning Guide for Pharmacy Professionals.  It's a 59-page ebook with 12 worksheets. The audiobook is 92 minutes long at 1X speed, and the introduction is included in this episode. I'll tell you what it's about, where you can find it, advice for pharmacist authors, and more.   I also have three guests in this episode.  The first two are my publishers: Dr. Janan Sarwar and Dr. Theary Chhim from Publishing in Doses.  We share a 30-minute conversation.  Then, my third guest is audio engineer Julie Walthers from Whole Story Studio. Our conversation is about 30 minutes as well.  Julie helped me with the audiobook.     Thank you for listening to episode 293 of The Pharmacist's Voice ® Podcast.  If you know someone who would like this episode, please share it with them!   To read the FULL show notes (including all links), visit https://www.thepharmacistsvoice.com/podcast.  Select episode 293.   If you know someone who wants to write a book or narrate an audiobook, please share this episode with them.  Subscribe for all future episodes.  This podcast is on all major podcast players and YouTube.  Some popular podcast player links are below.   Apple Podcasts   https://apple.co/42yqXOG  Spotify  https://spoti.fi/3qAk3uY  Amazon/Audible  https://adbl.co/43tM45P YouTube https://bit.ly/43Rnrjt   Bio - Janan Sarwar, PharmD   Janan Sarwar, PharmD is a seasoned publisher and pharmacist with over a decade of experience in the publishing industry. Janan combines her attention to detail, deep knowledge of publishing, and passion for storytelling to empower healthcare providers to share their unique perspectives with the world.   As the co-founder of Publishing in Doses, Janan leverages her extensive background in both pharmacy and publishing to guide clients through the steps of the publishing process. Her goal is to make publishing accessible and rewarding, providing the tools and guidance needed for success in today's competitive market.   Bio - Theary Chhim, PharmD (Theary is the UX/UI designer who did the graphic design and illustrations for my ebook.)   Publishing in Doses Co-Founder | Pharmacist | UX/UI Designer   Meet Theary “Teery” Chhim, a visionary pharmacist turned UX/UI designer with an innate passion for creativity. Theary has always been driven by her artistic instincts. Embracing a career pivot, she merged her healthcare background with her love for design and hasn't looked back since.   As the co-founder of Publishing in Doses, Theary leverages UX/UI design, graphic design, and illustration skills to transform manuscripts into engaging and accessible digital and print experiences, including turning books into business cards.    In addition to her design work, Theary also brings her expertise to life through her graphic design and illustrations, as featured in my eBook. Bio - Julie Gold Walthers Julie is the owner and lead editor of Whole Story Studio, an audiobook post-production company. With a background in both sound engineering and education, Julie combines her experiences working in a Detroit-area recording studio and as a high school English teacher into a fulfilling career editing and producing audiobooks. Julie has worked with Eljin productions for editing and QC, which has included dozens of titles from major publishing companies such as Simon and Schuster, Penguin Random House, and Harper. She has also worked as part of the AppleNews audio stories engineering team. Other clients have included BenBella Books, Chelsea Green Publishing, Blackstone Publishing, and a number of incredible independent authors and narrators. In addition to editing and mastering audiobooks, Whole Story Studio offers producing services to help independent authors navigate the audiobook production process. In her spare time, Julie enjoys running, reading, and cuddling with her old pup Neffi, and two new kitties, Maud and Norman.    Links from this episode Janan Sarwar, PharmD on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/janansarwar/  Theary Chhim, PharmD on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/thearychhim/  Publishing in Doses https://www.publishingindoses.com/  Julie Gold Walthers on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jgwalthers/  Julie's email: julie@wholestorystudio.com Julie's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WholeStoryStudio Instagram: @WholeStoryStudio / https://www.instagram.com/wholestorystudio/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jgwalthers/ The Pharmacist's Voice Podcast Episode 222 featuring Julie Gold Walthers Whole Story Studio Steve Leuck, PharmD on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/steveleuck/  Steve's Book

Anthony Goff is the President of Blackstone Publishing. I met Anthony when we shared spots on the Audio Publishers Assn Board of Directors in the early 2010s when he was the audio publisher at Hachette. He has been involved in publishing and the growth of the audiobook industry for three decades and is very knowledgeable about its history and growth and what's in store in the future. We also discuss how to get your book published as an audiobook—what to do and what not to do.

Award-winning writer and director James Cox discusses the dark night of the soul that led him to write his debut thriller Grand Theft AI. Described as The Matrix meets Blade Runner, Grand Theft AI explores what happens when the tool is smarter than the human… JAMES COX grew up in Menlo Park, CA, and attended school at UC Berkeley then New York University (NYU). He is an award-winning filmmaker who has written and directed several motion pictures which have premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and the Toronto International Film Festival, including Wonderland starring Val Kilmer, Kate Bosworth, Lisa Kudrow, Dylan McDermott, and Josh Lucas, and the acclaimed short Atomic Tabasco. James' debut novel, Grand Theft AI, will be released by Blackstone Publishing on July 23, 2024. The first in a series, the book is best described as The Matrix meets Blade Runner. #Blackstone #GrandtheftAI #authorsontheair #thequillandthequantum

Ember (The Tier One Thrillers, Book 8) by Brian Andrews, Jeffrey Wilson https://amzn.to/3zeFVAl From New York Times bestselling authors Andrews & Wilson After surviving the most dangerous mission of his career, John Dempsey is back at Ember. But Ember has changed -- and so has he. Meanwhile, a new adversary sees an opportunity to rise. As Dempsey and Vice President Jarvis soon discover, the world stage is about to get deadlier than ever … To survive the notorious prison IK-2 and assassinate Russian President Vladimir Petrov, John Dempsey had to become rosomakha, the wolverine. Now, back home in America, he's trying to put the pieces of his life at Ember back together. But which man returned from Russia -- Dempsey, or the wolverine? From the way his teammates look at him, it's obvious they're not sure, and neither is he. Meanwhile, Vice President Kelso Jarvis has barely had time to mourn the death of his mentor before a devastating attack reveals a new threat. Because of Dempsey's mission in Russia, the rules of the game have changed -- only now it's not clear who the players are. As Dempsey leads Ember on a mission to protect and avenge a shocking attack on America, Jarvis's oath to his nation is tested in ways he never imagined. Together, they must determine who is behind this rising threat and stop the mastermind before it's too late. And just as Dempsey begins to feel like himself again, an old ally resurfaces -- someone he thought he'd left for dead long ago …About the author Brian is a US Navy veteran, nuclear engineer, and former submarine officer. He graduated from Vanderbilt University with a degree in psychology, holds a Master's in business from Cornell, and is a Park Leadership Fellow. He is a principal contributor at Career Authors, a site dedicated to advancing the careers of aspiring and published writers: www.careerauthors.com. He is half of Andrews & Wilson, the USA Today, Wall Street Journal, & #1 Amazon best-selling co-author team behind multiple series including: - TIER ONE, a military thriller series featuring Navy SEAL, John Dempsey. - SONS OF VALOR, a TIER ONE shared world series from Blackstone Publishing. - THE SHEPHERDS, a faith-based, supernatural thriller series from Tyndale House. - ACT OF DEFIANCE, Jack Ryan #24 in the Tom Clancy universe In addition to their novels, Andrews & Wilson have multiple projects under development for film and television with major motion picture studios including: Tier One, Dark Intercept, 4 Minutes, Portal, Quantum War, Glitch, and The In Between.

Tonight we're chatting with Lori Brand, whose new book Bodies to Die For is out this month from Blackstone Publishing. she's had articles published in STRONG Fitness Magazine, T-Nation, Inside Fitness Magazine, D'FYNE Fitness Magazine, and more. Bodies to Die For takes a hard look at social media, the $70 billion diet industry, and the war on women's bodies--the wars we wage with each other, and with ourselves.Popular fitness influencer Gemma has transformed herself from a Before into an After, complete with washboard abs, thriving business, and gorgeous husband. But social media can be deceiving. Offline, the cutthroat world of bikini bodybuilding may just eat her alive. That's if she's not first devoured by the secret nemesis that lurks beneath her polished surface, waiting to destroy her.Software engineer Ashley is fat and frustrated. Frustrated with failed diets. With a world that wants her to shrink. With biased doctors, online trolls, and even her own mother. Until Ashley falls in with a mysterious and radical sect of Fat Activists who are fighting back ... by any means necessary. She's never felt so alive, so full of purpose. She'll do whatever it takes to ride this high, destroy Diet Culture, and win the approval of her charismatic leader.But when Gemma's toughest rival turns up dead, and more fitness girls fall like dominoes, it's beginning to look like the body image war has gone too far.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/castle-of-horror-podcast--4268760/support.

Creativity through lens of a voice over actor and author"Creativity means to go beyond your thoughts."Professional Voiceover artist & writer, with a strong foundation in music & acting: For Audiobooks, Commercial, Corporate Documentary, E-Learning plus Voice acting for different characters. My Voiceover journey started 25 years ago with my passion for writing, theatre, and film. I could apply and develop my skills in music, acting, dance, dramaturgy, and directing, and I have been active in state playhouses, the opera, and the independent scenes. Additionally, for seven years, I gave courses in “Creative Writing.” Furthermore, before my carrier as a voice actor, I worked since 2010 as a scriptwriter for promotional videos, having developed over 100 scripts that also included the choice of music and voices. My diverse background allows me to put myself in different mindsets and to look at things from different perspectives. Acting on stage and during the development of my audiobook “Gusta and Gusto” published by Spoken Realms and Blackstone Publishing – available on Audible, besides my ardent for writing, I started to discover my passion for narration and voice acting. I am multilingual: I grew up with English, German, and Swiss German. Having lived in different countries, I am also fluent in French and can offer a wide range of various accents. My versatile voice has been described as warm, soft, sharp, clear, fresh, and seductive with a global flair.Website: https://www.leasakran.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leasakranauthorInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/leasakran/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lea-sakran/?originalSubdomain=ch

Tonight we're chatting with Elka Ray, author of A FRIEND INDEED, which is new out from Blackstone Publishing.Elka has spent two decades living as an expat in Vietnam, working as a journalist, researching, copy editor and communications consultant.  Early last year, she saw a meme going around social media of a drawing of two women yielding faux-antique dress wielding shovels and the caption read: “Real friends help you hide the bodies.” And it got her thinking… “How far would I go to help my best friend?”  A FRIEND INDEED is the result.Twisty and ingenious, A FRIEND INDEED is an engrossing psychological thriller perfect for fans of Liane Moriarty and Ruth Ware. Shocking and fast-paced, this is a riveting tale about the power of friendship and the deadly weight of lies.

Hearing that Kenny G. is the guest on this week's South Beach Sessions... now that's music to our ears. A favorite all-time guest and the best-selling instrumentalist of all time, Kenny G. is in-studio with Dan for a special conversation that goes beyond the bits and jokes you've seen before. Dan gets to the heart of what has made Kenny so successful - from being cut from his high school jazz band to his near-obsessive drive for perfection. Kenny explains his zen mode of blocking out the haters, the bliss he finds in flying an airplane, his favorite performances and why he finally decided to write his memoir. This one is smooth listening at its finest... You can pre-order his memoir, “Life in The Key of G”, out September 24th, available wherever books (Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Blackstone Publishing) and audiobooks (Audible, Apple Books) are sold. Kenny's new album, Innocence, is out now and go to KennyG.com for tour dates & tickets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hearing that Kenny G. is the guest on this week's South Beach Sessions... now that's music to our ears. A favorite all-time guest and the best-selling instrumentalist of all time, Kenny G. is in-studio with Dan for a special conversation that goes beyond the bits and jokes you've seen before. Dan gets to the heart of what has made Kenny so successful - from being cut from his high school jazz band to his near-obsessive drive for perfection. Kenny explains his zen mode of blocking out the haters, the bliss he finds in flying an airplane, his favorite performances and why he finally decided to write his memoir. This one is smooth listening at its finest... You can pre-order his memoir, “Life in The Key of G”, out September 24th, available wherever books (Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Blackstone Publishing) and audiobooks (Audible, Apple Books) are sold. Kenny's new album, Innocence, is out now and go to KennyG.com for tour dates & tickets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Blackstone Publishing announces the forthcoming release of Zoro's book, MARIA'S SCARF: A MEMOIR OF A MOTHER'S LOVE, A SON'S PERSEVERANCE, AND DREAMING BIG . A beautiful and transformative memoir, Maria's Scarf is the incredible story of a mother's love, a family's unbreakable bond, and a starry eyed boy who never lost sight of his dreams. As the fatherless biracial child of a Mexican immigrant, Danny Donnelly was never expected to amount to much. Before the age of nine, his single mother had moved her seven children more than thirty times-from the impoverished streets of South Central Los Angeles to rural Oregon and everywhere in between. Sometimes there was no home to go to, so they slept in their '62 Chevy; sometimes dinner was a slice of bread; sometimes they showered in a nearby park. Desperate yet ever hopeful, they clung to the only thing they had-each other. Through it all, Danny longed for his father's love and approval, ultimately channeling his pain and transforming himself into Zoro, one of the world's greatest drummers. Eloquent, hilarious, and remarkably tender, Maria's Scarf: A Memoir of a Mother's Love, a Son's Perseverance, and Dreaming Big, tells the story of a family fighting for survival against almost insurmountable odds. Through laughter, tears, and many misadventures, Zoro's autobiography touches the heart of every reader-young or old, citizen or immigrant-and speaks to the dreamer in all of us, emboldening everyone to live fantazmical lives. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

Ever want to listen to how a NYT best-selling children's author writes and comes up with story ideas? Well, this is the interview for you! Patrick Carman is a bestselling children's author with over four million books in print, including perennial favorites Skeleton Creek, Atherton, 39 Clues, Floors, Fizzopolis, and The Land of Elyon. Mr. Carman's books have been translated into 26 languages. He's visited over 2,500 schools and writes books that kids around the world enjoy. Not only is he an amazing author, but he also owns an animation company that creates fun-filled videos that pair with his books. In this interview, Tracy sits down with Patrick to discuss his newest book, BONKERS: The Terror in Jenny's Armit, published by Blackstone Publishing. You will LOVE this book. It is fast-paced, funny, and a real page-turner. Book Link: https://www.amazon.com/Terror-Jennys-Armpit-Bonkers/dp/B0CMBXXC1H/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

Blackstone Publishing announces the forthcoming release of Zoro's book, MARIA'S SCARF: A MEMOIR OF A MOTHER'S LOVE, A SON'S PERSEVERANCE, AND DREAMING BIG . A beautiful and transformative memoir, Maria's Scarf is the incredible story of a mother's love, a family's unbreakable bond, and a starry eyed boy who never lost sight of his dreams. As the fatherless biracial child of a Mexican immigrant, Danny Donnelly was never expected to amount to much. Before the age of nine, his single mother had moved her seven children more than thirty times-from the impoverished streets of South Central Los Angeles to rural Oregon and everywhere in between. Sometimes there was no home to go to, so they slept in their '62 Chevy; sometimes dinner was a slice of bread; sometimes they showered in a nearby park. Desperate yet ever hopeful, they clung to the only thing they had-each other. Through it all, Danny longed for his father's love and approval, ultimately channeling his pain and transforming himself into Zoro, one of the world's greatest drummers. Eloquent, hilarious, and remarkably tender, Maria's Scarf: A Memoir of a Mother's Love, a Son's Perseverance, and Dreaming Big, tells the story of a family fighting for survival against almost insurmountable odds. Through laughter, tears, and many misadventures, Zoro's autobiography touches the heart of every reader-young or old, citizen or immigrant-and speaks to the dreamer in all of us, emboldening everyone to live fantazmical lives.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.

On today's 178th episode of The Thriller Zone, David Temple and Scott Carson, author of Lost Man's Lane, discusses his writing process and the importance of voice in storytelling. He shares his experience working with a private investigator and how it influenced his latest novel. Carson also talks about the power of face-to-face interviews and the impact of feedback on the writing process. Scott offers advice to aspiring writers, emphasizing the importance of reading widely and keeping goals close to the vest. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the magic of voice and the thrill of having respected authors read and praise your work.TakeawaysUsing a pen name can help differentiate between different genres and target specific readerships.Supernatural stories can be challenging to write well and appeal to skeptics, but the satisfaction of success is greater.Readers often have preferences for certain genres and may be more open to different types of stories within those genres.As a writer, it's important to challenge yourself and try new things to continue growing and producing your best work.Building a connection with readers is crucial, and they will follow you across genres if they enjoy your writing style and storytelling. The importance of having fun and taking risks in life and artThe power of voice in writing and the uniqueness each writer bringsThe value of reading widely to improve writing skillsThe benefits of keeping writing goals private and avoiding early feedbackSound Bites"If people like your prose, be whatever flavor it is, they're going to follow you wherever you go.""The supernatural stories are by far the more difficult ones for me. But the satisfaction of sticking the landing is maybe a little bit greater.""I don't think you're ever going to get your best work by staying in the familiar. It's going out there and getting a little bit dangerous.""We only get one crack at this life. So why don't we just have fun with it?""The thing that makes your heart beat a little faster, whatever your emotional cues and triggers are, those are going to still be there no matter how different the story world might be.""Write the first draft with the door shut.”"Voice is the magic, the thing that makes it work.""Read widely because it's all grist for the mill.""Keep your goals close to the vest for as long as possible."Chapters00:00 Introduction and Face-to-Face Interviews05:15 The Impact of Face-to-Face Interviews09:33 Advice for Aspiring Writers14:45 The Magic of Having Respected Authors Read Your Work The Thriller Zone with David Temple is sponsored in part by Blackstone Publishing.

Welcome to the latest episode of The Thriller Zone with special guest, Christopher "Chris" Reich. In this episode, we dive deep into the world of Chris Reich, a renowned author known for his thrilling novels. The host, David, engages in a captivating conversation with Chris, exploring his journey as a writer and the inspiration behind his successful series and standalone novels.Chris shares insights into his writing process, revealing how he transitioned from a corporate career to pursue his passion for writing. He discusses the challenges and triumphs he faced along the way, highlighting the importance of perseverance and never giving up on one's dreams.The conversation delves into the intricacies of Chris's latest book, "Matterhorn," which promises to be a blockbuster hit. The host and guest discuss the characters, setting, and themes of the book, offering a glimpse into the thrilling world of espionage, action, and emotional depth that readers can expect.Throughout the episode, the host and guest touch on various elements of storytelling, from crafting compelling characters to creating immersive settings. They also explore the evolving landscape of the publishing industry and the impact of technology on espionage and intelligence operations, drawing parallels between fiction and reality.As the conversation unfolds, the host and guest share personal anecdotes, including a fascinating story about Stan Getz's iconic song "Desafinado" and its influence on their lives. The episode is filled with engaging discussions, literary insights, and behind-the-scenes glimpses into the creative process of a successful author.In the end, the episode leaves listeners intrigued and eager to explore Chris Reich's thrilling novels, offering a blend of action, suspense, and emotional depth that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. Tune in to TheThrillerZone.com for a captivating journey into the world of storytelling with Chris Reich. And to learn more about our guest, visit: ChristopherReich.comBEST CHRIS REICH QUOTES:"I love what I do. So it beats working for a living." - 00:00:47"I got to write a book that is as exciting as The Bourne Identity. And that book became Rules of Deception." - 00:03:46"The days when the public unites around a central title, a central book that kind of captures the national interest, the zeitgeist. Very rare now, very rare." - 00:05:48"Social media is killing attention span, where people want that dopamine hit every 15 seconds, new page, new picture." - 00:06:38"I want to be part of this box theory where I keep a certain level, and then boom, you drop dead or something, you know, at age 85." - 00:10:23"Revenge is not a dish best served cold. Revenge is a dish best served hot and bloody right in your face." - 00:35:45"I don't know, revenge is not a dish best served cold. Revenge is a dish best served hot and bloody right in your face." - 00:35:45"Stan Getz is one of the greatest alto players ever. I mean, one of the greatest players of anything ever." - 00:42:18"I try to aim for a certain level of a skill level, let's say. So, you know, but thank you. I'm glad you like it." - 00:44:24BEST DAVE TEMPLE QUOTE:"I put it [STAN GETZ} on the drive up from San Diego today so I could get in the mood, because whenever I feel if I'm too preoccupied or down, I put on Bossa Nova, or Stan Getz, and it just makes the world a better place." - 00:40:26 (00:00) - to the Thriller Zone: 00:00:00 (00:15) - Reich's Background and Writing Career: 00:05:30 (00:15) - on Book Series and Standalones: 00:07:40 (00:15) - Reich's Health and Longevity: 00:09:30 (00:15) - on Matterhorn and Climbing: 00:23:51 (00:15) - in Writing and Sense of Place: 00:28:19 (00:15) - and Conclusion of the Book: 00:35:45 (00:15) - of Music and Personal Anecdote: 00:40:26 The Thriller Zone with David Temple is sponsored in part by Blackstone Publishing.

On today's 176th episode of The Thriller Zone, host David Temple interviews Brian Andrews and Jeff Wilson, the authors of the book 'Four Minutes.' The conversation starts with some lighthearted banter having to do with "silly hats,' but soon delves into the authors' busy writing schedule and their upcoming projects. A highlight comes when they share their collaboration with Tom Clancy's estate and the research they conducted with the US Navy for their Clancy novels. The authors also explain the concept behind their latest military thriller, Four Minutes, which involves a special operations team using advanced technology to predict future events. The show wraps with a brief discussion about the challenges and limitations of time travel in the book, how it could be possible through the use of modular fusion reactors, as well as the potential benefits and risks of artificial intelligence in writing and warfare. To learn more visit: Andrews-Wilson.comChapters00:00 Introduction and Show Updates08:06 Collaborating with Tom Clancy's Estate and the US Navy21:54 Creating Realistic Rules for Time Travel22:51 The Importance of Family Support and Military Dedication22:57 Exploring the Intersection of the Human Condition and Technology23:25 Time Travel through Modular Fusion Reactors24:24 Limitations and Consequences of Time Travel26:43 The Potential Benefits and Risks of Artificial Intelligence38:19 Gratitude for Opportunities in the Entertainment IndustrySome take-aways:Brian Andrews and Jeff Wilson have a busy writing schedule, but they are grateful for the opportunities they have been given.The authors collaborated with Tom Clancy's estate and conducted extensive research with the US Navy for their Clancy novels.'Four Minutes' explores the concept of using advanced technology to predict future events and its implications for special operations teams.The authors wanted to create realistic rules and limitations for time travel in the book.The episode highlights the importance of family support and the dedication of military personnel. The hosts are interested in exploring the intersection of the human condition and technology.Time travel in their book is made possible through the use of modular fusion reactors.Time travel has limitations and unintended consequences.Artificial intelligence can be a valuable tool if humans are in control of it.The hosts are grateful for the opportunities they have in the entertainment industry. The Thriller Zone with David Temple is sponsored in part by Blackstone Publishing.

On today's 175th Episode of The Thriller Zone, now in our 6th Season, we're happy to invite Don Winslow into our home for a face-to-face interview that, as you'll quickly notice, is truly a one of a kind opportunity for this host, and for you as an audience member.Don, as you may know, is a renowned thriller writer who has decades of experience as a seasoned writer, creating one hit after another. Today, Don discusses his journey as an author and the challenges he faced in the publishing industry. Despite initial rejections and being labeled a cult writer, Winslow persevered and eventually achieved success. He credits his partnership with agent Shane Salerno as a turning point in his career. Together, they started a rebellion against the limitations imposed by publishers and Hollywood. In our in-depth conversation, Winslow reflects on the impact of his mother, a librarian, who instilled in him a love for books and the belief that he could achieve anything. He also shares his thoughts on retirement and the future of the publishing industry. Digging deeper and opening up, Don reveals the evolution of storytelling and the impact of technology and AI on the industry. He emphasizes the authenticity of human communication and the importance of bringing heart and soul to writing. As our show begins to wrap, Don allows us an inside peek, as he shares advice for aspiring writers, encouraging them to never give up and set doable writing goals. He reflects on the emotional impact of his City Trilogy, which includes City On Fire, City Of Dreams and City In Ruins, as well as the upcoming film adaptation, and concludes by discussing his future plans, including his commitment to fighting against neo-fascism and—on a much lighter note—spending more time with his wife, Jean.All in all, this will stand out as one of the very finest episodes of The Thriller Zone since I launched the podcast nearly three years ago. I'm your host, David Temple, now let's meet the man of the hour, my friend Don Winslow here in TheThrillerZone.comTo learn more visit: DonWinslow.com and purchase his book #CityInRuins wherever you buy your books!* * * * *Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background02:22 Early Days and Challenges06:03 The Turning Point09:25 Dealing with Rejection13:19 Meeting Shane Salerno22:57 The Moment of Confidence26:41 Retirement and Future Plans32:13 The Publishing Industry Today35:13 The Evolution of Storytelling36:10 The Impact of Technology and AI37:31 The Authenticity of Human Communication38:29 Advice for Aspiring Writers40:57 Setting Doable Writing Goals45:12 The Emotional Impact of the City Trilogy47:09 Film Adaptation of the City Trilogy49:32 Austin Butler as Danny in the Film Adaptation52:51 Overview of the City Trilogy56:13 The Emotional Impact of the Epilogue59:05 Reflecting on Gratitude and the Writing Journey01:04:35 Opening Line and Takeaway for a Writing Class01:08:10 Future Plans and Priorities TakeawaysDon't give up on your dreams, even in the face of rejection and setbacks.Success often comes after years of hard work and perseverance.Having a supportive partner or mentor can make a significant difference in your career.The publishing industry is evolving, but books and storytelling will always have a place in society. The storytelling industry has evolved throughout history, with changes in platforms & technology, but the desire for stories remains constant.Artificial intelligence may never be able to replicate the authenticity and emotional impact of human communication in storytelling.Aspiring writers should never give up and set doable writing goals to make progress.The City trilogy by Don Winslow which includes City On Fire, City Of Dreams & City In Ruins, explores timeless themes from classical literature in a modern setting, with a focus on character development and emotional depth. (00:00) - (00:15) - Chapter 2 (00:15) - Introduction and Background (02:37) - Early Days and Challenges (06:18) - The Turning Point (09:40) - Dealing with Rejection (13:34) - Meeting Shane Salerno (23:12) - The Moment of Confidence (26:56) - Retirement and Future Plans (33:07) - The Publishing Industry Today (36:07) - The Evolution of Storytelling (37:04) - The Impact of Technology and AI (38:25) - The Authenticity of Human Communication (39:23) - Advice for Aspiring Writers (41:51) - Setting Doable Writing Goals (46:06) - The Emotional Impact of the City Trilogy (48:03) - Film Adaptation of the City Trilogy (50:26) - Austin Butler as Danny in the Film Adaptation (53:45) - Overview of the City Trilogy (57:07) - The Emotional Impact of the Epilogue (59:59) - Reflecting on Gratitude and the Writing Journey (01:05:29) - Opening Line and Takeaway for a Writing Class (01:09:04) - Future Plans and Priorities The Thriller Zone with David Temple is sponsored in part by Blackstone Publishing.

In this episode, Amy welcomes guest Michele W. Miller, an attorney and bestselling author, who courageously shares her journey of overcoming addiction, incarceration, and rebuilding her life. - Michele is an attorney and author of four published novels. - She is 34 years sober after battling a cocaine and heroin addiction that led her to jails, institutions, and near-death experiences. - Michele graduated from NYU Law School and became a lawyer at 22, facing a 15-to-life sentence for drug possession by age 25 under New York's Rockefeller Law. Despite avoiding prison in that case, she was disbarred for nine years due to a felony conviction. - In recovery, she regained her law license and worked as a public interest lawyer, later serving as NYC's chief government ethics prosecutor. - Currently, she is the General Counsel for The Fortune Society, helping the formerly incarcerated with re-entry services. - Michele continues to attend meetings and assist others in overcoming addiction. - She resides in Upper Manhattan, where her novels are often set, with her husband, twin sons, two cats, and a large dog. - Represented by Writers House, her novels have been published by Blackstone Publishing and Crooked Lane Books. - Her books have received accolades such as being named "Best of 2019" by Strand Magazine and a semi-finalist in the Amazon Breakthrough Novel Awards. - Publishers Weekly praises her latest novel, "THE LOWER POWER," as a "superbly written tale of urban survivors fighting to save themselves once more." Hosted by Amy Liz Harrison Buy Amy's Books: https://amzn.to/3ys8nuv http://amylizharrison.com/ Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Lgxy8F Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3vHHHoi   Learn more about Michele and buy her books at https://www.michelewmiller.com/ Hashtags For This Episode: EternallyAmy, RecoveryJourney, MentalHealthAdvocacy, AddictionRecovery, Resilience, Inspiration Author   #EternallyAmy #RecoveryJourney #MentalHealthAdvocacy #AddictionRecovery #Resilience #Inspiration #author

The Thriller Zone welcomes BLACKSTONE PUBLISHING as our new sponsor. Learn more at: BlackstonePublishing.comI'm your host David Temple and welcome to Your Front Row Seat to The Best Thriller Writers in the World! On today's 174th episode of The Thriller Zone Podcast, we welcome #1 New York Times Bestselling Author LISA GARDNER where, among other things, she's discuss her illustrious career as a thriller writer, and the inspiration behind her book 'Still See You Everywhere.' Lisa will share her evolution from writing romantic suspense to full-on thrillers plus the vital importance of character-driven storytelling. Concerning her next soon-to-be-hit novel, Gardner shares insights into her protagonist, Frankie Elkin, and the challenges she faces as a recovering alcoholic with more regrets than belongings. She also discusses her writing style, the power of show don't tell, and her super-inside secret for triggering creativity. Gardner also takes a serious moment to reflect on her goal of entertaining readers while raising awareness about missing persons.There's so much to enjoy, and equally as much to learn from a prolific thriller author whose latest thriller is sure to please. To learn more visit: LisaGardner.com* * * * *TakeawaysCharacter-driven storytelling is a key aspect of Lisa Gardner's writing style.Frankie Elkin, the protagonist of 'Still See You Everywhere,' is a relatable and vulnerable character.Taking time off and getting outside of one's comfort zone can lead to new inspiration and creativity.Using scent as a trigger can help writers get into the right mindset for writing.Hollywood adaptations of books require letting go and allowing the director's vision to take over.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Setting01:20 Transition to Lisa Gardner's Career03:56 Characterization of Frankie Elkin05:35 Frankie Elkin's Humanity, Vulnerability and Motivation07:12 Frankie Elkin's Battle with Alcoholism08:20 Comparison to Jack Reacher09:39 Frankie Elkin's Disconnection from Conventional Life10:05 Lisa Gardner's Sabbatical and Inspiration for the Book11:33 The Power of Taking Time Off12:44 Writing Style and Show, Don't Tell15:25 Description of 'Still See You Everywhere'20:44 Lisa Gardner's Writing Craftsmanship23:09 Lisa Gardner's Confidence in Writing25:12 Lisa Gardner's Strength in Characterization26:22 Lisa Gardner's Struggle with Description27:42 Lisa Gardner's Experience with Hollywood Adaptations31:13 Entertainment and Raising Awareness32:19 Writing Advice: Using Scent as a Trigger34:15 Lisa Gardner's Approach to Hollywood Adaptations35:01 Conclusion The Thriller Zone welcomes BLACKSTONE PUBLISHING as our new sponsor. Blackstone Publishing: an independent publishing house where authors, readers, narrators, and listeners feel at home. BlackstonePublishing.com

The Thriller Zone welcomes BLACKSTONE PUBLISHING as our new sponsor. Learn more at: BlackstonePublishing.comOn today's 173rd episode of The Thriller Zone, now in our Sixth Season, JACK BEAUMONT, former spy turned author, discusses his world of living in the spy world, as a former fighter pilot, and how those experiences have influenced his writing. Jack shares insights as we dive deep into the world of espionage, his creation of false identities, and perhaps most significantly, the deep psychological toll being a spy can have on a person. Our discussion covers not only his two smash hits, which include The Frenchman and Dark Arena, but your mind will be blown as you hear how he takes his decades of experience and weaves them into the realistic portrayal of spy life in his novels. Easily one of my favorite things about Jack, and one that I believe will pull you in and impress you as well, is when he reveals how he writes with the intention of helping others understand and cope with trauma. Our gripping conversation concludes with a discussion of future projects and some inside secrets as to how his work is being adapted to television.TO LEARN MORE: JACKBEAUMONTOFFICIAL.COM* * * * *TakeawaysEspionage is a dark and psychologically challenging profession that takes a heavy toll on individuals.Creating and maintaining false identities is a crucial aspect of espionage work, requiring actors' skills and extensive preparation.Jack Beaumont's books, The Frenchman and Dark Arena, provide a realistic portrayal of spy life based on his own experiences.Writing with authenticity and emotional depth can help readers connect with characters and experience their journey.Beaumont's future projects include a book on Chinese cyber espionage and a TV series adaptation of The Frenchman. The Thriller Zone welcomes BLACKSTONE PUBLISHING as our new sponsor. Blackstone Publishing: an independent publishing house where authors, readers, narrators, and listeners feel at home. BlackstonePublishing.com

The Thriller Zone welcomes BLACKSTONE PUBLISHING as our new sponsor. Learn more at: BlackstonePublishing.comWelcome to The Thriller Zone, I'm your host David Temple. On the TZ we explore the thrilling world of fiction crafted by today's most compelling authors. On today's 172nd episode, we delve into the thrilling universe of C.J. Box, the mastermind behind unforgettable tales of the American West.From the rugged landscapes of Wyoming to the intricate webs of mystery and suspense, C.J. Box's novels captivate readers with their vivid characters and gripping plots. Join me as we journey through his acclaimed series featuring game warden Joe Pickett, and discover what sets Box apart as a writer who seamlessly blends adrenaline-pumping action with deep insights into the human condition.We'll explore Box's unique storytelling style, his knack for creating authentic settings, and the themes that resonate throughout his body of work. His new book THREE INCH TEETH centers around a rogue Grizzly Bear and the havoc he creates, plus some underhanded characters you'll love to despise. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to CJ's books, prepare to be immersed in a world where danger lurks around every corner and justice is always worth fighting for. And take it from this CJ Newbie, this is one of those authors you can count on me reading and sharing for years to come.So saddle up as we embark on an adventure through the pages of C.J. Box's THREE INCH TEETH…here on the home of your Front Row Seat To The Best Thriller Writers in The World…TheThrillerZone.com.Learn more at: CJBOX.net* * * * *KEY TAKE-AWAYS:The enjoyment of reading and writing is a key aspect of CJ Box's work.The dangers and behavior of grizzly bears are explored in his books.CJ Box's favorite outdoor activity is fly fishing.Realistic dialogue is important in writing.CJ Box aims to provide different perspectives on controversial issues in his books.Nature's power and the importance of respecting bears are recurring themes in his writing.CJ Box is working on the next Joe Pickett book, which will focus on Nate Romanowski seeking revenge.CJ Box's role as an executive producer involves providing source material and cashing checks.TV shows can serve as a gateway for new readers to discover books.AI has limitations in creative writing.Breaking through as a writer can be challenging, especially in a competitive landscape.Reading widely and understanding point of view are important for writers.CJ Box realized he had become a writer around his third book.The importance of awards in the writing industry has changed over time.The best piece of writing advice from CJ Box is to read books and understand point of view.Chapters00:00 Introduction 01:28 The Enjoyment of Reading and Writing09:57 Grizzly Bear Behavior and Human Interactions10:38 Mama Bears and Bear Activists12:29 Favorite Outdoor Activity: Fly Fishing13:19 Realistic Dialogue in Writing15:01 Writing About Controversial Issues16:00 Nature's Power and Respect for Bears19:17 Upcoming Joe Pickett Book20:29 CJ Box's Role as an Executive Producer22:12 The Impact of TV Shows on Book Sales23:41 The Limitations of AI in Writing25:46 The Challenges of Breaking Through as a Writer26:51 The Importance of Reading and Understanding Point of View30:23 Realizing the Craft of Writing31:46 The Difficulty of Winning Awards and New Challenges in the Writing Landscape32:14 Best Piece of Writing Advice The Thriller Zone welcomes BLACKSTONE PUBLISHING as our new sponsor. Blackstone Publishing: an independent publishing house where authors, readers, narrators, and listeners feel at home. BlackstonePublishing.com

Jack Beaumont is a former fighter pilot with the French Air Force and later carried out clandestine missions for the DGSE. DARK ARENA - the second novel in his Frenchman Series - is available from Blackstone Publishing. Please visit his website at https://jackbeaumontofficial.com/ Spies, Lies and Private Eyes is copyrighted by Authors on the Air Global Radio Network #podcast #author #interview #authors #SpiesLiesandPrivateEyesPodcast #authorsontheair #podcast #podcaster #authors #authorsofig #authorsofinstagram #authorinterview #writingcommunity #authorsontheair #suspensebooks #authorssupportingauthors #thrillerbooks #suspense #wip #writers#writersinspiration #books #bookrecommendations #bookaddict #bookaddicted #bookaddiction #bibliophile #read #amreading #lovetoread #terrencemccauley #terrencemccauleybooks #bookouture #thrillers #theuniversityseries #JackBeaumont #DarkArena

The Thriller Zone welcomes BLACKSTONE PUBLISHING as our new sponsor. Learn more at: BlackstonePublishing.comOn today's 171st episode of The Thriller Zone, New York Times Bestselling author Mark Greaney discusses his latest book, The Chaos Agent. As Mark and I catch up, we reminisce about our previous interactions, as he explains his decision to incorporate the slow burn and tension in his latest thriller that allows readers to delve deeper into the protagonist's character. We also delve into the topic of artificial intelligence (AI) and its influence on the story, as Greaney expresses his concerns about the potential dangers of AI, particularly in the development of lethal autonomous weapons. We also touch on the impact of AI on the writing community and the portrayal of the protagonist in a potential movie adaptation. Later in the show, Mark discusses various aspects of his writing career, The Grey Man Series, and the vulnerability of his protagonist and the importance of creating a story that is interesting and keeps readers engaged. As we close, Mark also shares insights into the future of The Grey Man series and the challenges of his being a busy writer. Greaney also emphasizes the role of a good editor (like Tom Colgan), and the influence of other writers on his work. We conclude with a discussion about Mark's early burgeoning career as a "hopeful rock star" in his band BAD ENGLISH, where he played drums and wore very large permed hair. As always, we close with Mark's best writing advice, before we have Mark answer some fun Random Fire Questions, one of our favorite games.To learn more about Mark, visit: MarkGreaneyBooks.com and as always, follow us at TheThrillerZone.com and be sure to SUBSCRIBE to us at YouTube.com/thethrillerzone.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Catching Up00:52 The Slow Burn and Tension08:21 Mark Graney's Busy Life14:12 The Influence of AI in Chaos Agent21:16 AI and the Writing Community24:06 Ryan Gosling as Court Gentry25:34 Writing a Vulnerable Protagonist26:22 Future of the Grey Man Series27:46 Lack of Control in the Publishing Process30:36 The Challenges of Being a Busy Writer31:05 The Difference Between Writing Grey Man and Tom Clancy33:22 The Importance of a Good Editor34:51 Influence of Other Writers44:59 Best Writing Advice47:50 Random Fire Questions The Thriller Zone welcomes BLACKSTONE PUBLISHING as our new sponsor. Blackstone Publishing: an independent publishing house where authors, readers, narrators, and listeners feel at home. BlackstonePublishing.com

The Thriller Zone welcomes BLACKSTONE PUBLISHING as our new sponsor. Learn more at: BlackstonePublishing.comOn today's 170th episode of The Thriller Zone, host David Temple and Nick Petrie discuss various topics related to Nick's book 'The Price You Pay'. They talk about personal updates, then delve into the opening scene of the book and the significance of the epigraph. They also explore the characters of Lewis and June Cassidy and the inspiration behind Peter Ash and the theme of PTSD. The conversation touches on writing style, emotional depth, and the possibility of writing romance. They conclude with a discussion on writing standalone novels, touch on unhealthy eating habits, the importance of reading, analyzing book structure, and of course, the classic closing question: Best Writing Advice.To learn more visit: NickPetrie.comFollow us at TheThrillerZone.com, YouTube.com/thethrillerzone, and listen wherever you enjoy your podcasts!Chapters00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates03:05 Praise for Nick Petrie's Book 'The Price You Pay'04:08 Conversation about the Opening Scene of the Book08:45 Discussion on Video Production and Microphones10:47 Conversation about the Epigraph of the Book12:28 Exploration of the Characters Lewis and June Cassidy15:35 Inspiration for Peter Ash and the Theme of PTSD19:08 Discussion on the Writing Style and Emotional Depth22:53 Introduction to the Character of Louis25:15 Introduction to the Character of June Cassidy29:00 Exploration of the Possibility of Writing Romance32:35 Discussion on Influences and Writing Style35:07 Conversation about Writing Standalone Novels38:15 Discussion on the New Standalone Novel39:03 Unhealthy Eating Habits40:09 Importance of Reading41:00 Analyzing Book Structure42:27 Writing Advice The Thriller Zone welcomes BLACKSTONE PUBLISHING as our new sponsor. Blackstone Publishing: an independent publishing house where authors, readers, narrators, and listeners feel at home. BlackstonePublishing.com

Show notes are available at QueenofPeaches.com. This week I am absolutely thrilled to share my conversation with the writer Michael O'Donnell. Michael is the author of the novel Above the Fire. Published by Blackstone Publishing in December 2023, Above the Fire crystallizes the relationship between a father and son as they survive a winter of isolation. The book has received starred reviews from Booklist and Shelf Awareness, and the audiobook edition recently won the AudioFile Earphones Award. Michael's nonfiction writing has appeared in The New York Times, The Atlantic, The Wall Street Journal, The Economist, and other publications. He has been a member of the National Book Critics Circle since 2005. An attorney by profession, he clerked for Judge Ann Claire Williams of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit and now practices law in Chicago. He earned his bachelor's degree with distinction from Indiana University in 2001 and his law degree magna cum laude from Boston College in 2004.

Linda Keir is the pen name of Linda Joffe Hull and Keir Graff. Their previous titles include The Swing of Things, The Three Mrs. Wrights, and Drowning with Others. Independently, they have published over a dozen novels. You can find them on X @LindaeJH and @KeirGraff. Their latest collaboration, due out on January 30 from Blackstone Publishing, is The Royal Game.   For more information: www.LindaJoffeHull.com www.KeirGraff.com. Intro Music by Moby Gratis: https://mobygratis.com Outro Music by Dan-o-Songs: https://danosongs.com  

Linda Keir is the pen name of Linda Joffe Hall and Keir Graff. Their latest book, THE ROYAL GAME is published by Blackstone Publishing. Please visit their website at https://keirgraff.com/linda-keir/ Spies, Lies and Private Eyes is copyrighted by Authors on the Air Global Radio Network #podcast #author #interview #authors #SpiesLiesandPrivateEyesPodcast #authorsontheair #podcast #podcaster #authors #authorsofig #authorsofinstagram #authorinterview #writingcommunity #authorsontheair #suspensebooks #authorssupportingauthors #thrillerbooks #suspense #wip #writers #writersinspiration #books #bookrecommendations #bookaddict #bookaddicted #bookaddiction #bibliophile #read #amreading #lovetoread #terrencemccauley #terrencemccauleybooks #bookouture #thrillers #theuniversityseries #LindaKeir #TheRoyalGame

So much of book publishing is about distributing tasks, so how can publishers take more of these operational aspects in-house? This week on the pod, guest Anthony Goff, President of Blackstone Publishing, walks us through many of their aspects that are vertically integrated, from recording studios to rights sales to printing and distribution—to performing these services for other publishers.************Thank you for watching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast!  Get the book: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/books/3663Get the workbook: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/zines/10031More from Microcosm: http://microcosmpublishing.comMore by Joe Biel: http://joebiel.netMore by Elly Blue: http://takingthelane.comSubscribe to our monthly email newsletter: https://confirmsubscription.com/h/r/0EABB2040D281C9CFind us on social mediaFacebook: http://facebook.com/microcosmpublishingTwitter: http://twitter.com/microcosmmmInstagram: http://instagram.com/microcosm_pub************

The month of celebrating on the Excelsior Journeys podcast continues with this week's guest, author Tyler Schwanke. After years of studying film in college and beyond, Tyler took all of his experiences as a young filmmaker and brought them together into an exciting new novel from Blackstone Publishing, Breaking In.Subscribe to all shows in the Once Upon a Podcast Network by clicking HERE.The Excelsior Journeys podcast exists primarily as a platform for creatives of all kinds (authors, filmmakers, stand-up comics, musicians, voice artists, painters, podcasters, etc) to share their journeys to personal success. It is very important to celebrate those voices as much as possible to not only provide encouragement to up-and-coming talent, but to say thank you to the established men & women for inspiring the current generation of artists.If you agree that the Excelsior Journeys podcast serves a positive purpose and would like to show your appreciation, you can give back to the show by clicking HERE.Want to be an in-demand podcast guest? Join the Endless Stages Challenge and you'll become one in less than 100 days. I'm so proud to be an affiliate for this challenge, and I invite you - creatives from all walks of life - to click on this link HERE.Click HERE to learn more about the challenge, and click HERE for more information about Endless Stages.

Jon's transition from a high-risk job as a bomb technician to civilian life was a profound journey. The conversation shed light on the physical and mental toll of this transition, emphasizing the importance of leaving such a career on one's own terms. The narrative delved into the challenges faced, such as the loss of everyday routine and the difficulty in shedding a significant part of one's identity, and how these changes affected an individual's psyche.The conversation explored the evolution of bomb squad technology over the past 24 years. It covered the progression from wet films to the latest developments in digital x-rays, wireless technology, and drones, offering a rare glimpse into the technical intricacies of bomb squads. The discussion also touched on the themes of selfless service, the profound impact of tragic incidents, and the continuous march of technological progress, underscoring the vital role bomb technicians play in modern society.This episode brought to you by Blackstone Publishing.  Make sure to check out Andrews & Wilson's SONS OF VALOR III! Support the showMake sure to check out Jason on IG @drjasonpiccolo

Are you ready to confront the complex and alarming realities of active killer situations? Buckle up for a deep dive into the realm of self-defense with Aaron, as he recounts his journey from Krav Maga to BJJ to  conducting active shooter seminars across the country. His experiences emphasize the critical role of decision-making in surviving such situations, with his stories providing valuable insights into the importance of fast, decisive action.This episode delves into the nitty-gritty of self-defense training, highlighting the distressing prevalence of blade attacks and underscoring the urgency of practical, realistic training. Hear about the Knife Control Concepts program, a potent tool in equipping individuals with the knowledge and skills to safeguard themselves better. We'll also uncover how to create intensity within the training environment in a meaningful manner, using a gamut of techniques ranging from dry fire shooting and timing drills to incorporating running into the regimen.This episode brought to you by Blackstone Publishing.  Make sure to check out Andrews & Wilson's new thriller, SONS OF VALOR IIISupport the showMake sure to check out Jason on IG @drjasonpiccolo

Shirley Jackson in Bennington, Vermont. For this spooky Halloween special, award-winning biographer Ruth Franklin joins Henry to haunt the eery corridors of the derelict Everett Mansion, the house that may well have inspired the greatest ghost story ever written, The Haunting of Hill House by Shirley Jackson. Penguin Modern Classics edition of The Haunting of Hill House by Shirley Jacksonhttps://www.penguin.co.uk/books/133430/the-haunting-of-hill-house-by-jackson-shirley/9780141191447https://apple.co/45OjA79 Blackstone Publishing audiobook edition of The Haunting of Hill House, read by Bernadette Dunnehttps://www.blackstonelibrary.com/the-haunting-of-hill-house?sp=17673https://apple.co/46I1m8K Ruth Franklinhttp://ruthfranklin.substack.com/Shirley Jackson: A Rather Haunted Life by Ruth Franklinhttps://wwnorton.com/books/Shirley-Jackson-A-Rather-Haunted-Life/https://apple.co/475esgb Blackstone Publishing audiobook edition of Shirley Jackson: A Rather Haunted Life, read by Bernadette Dunnehttps://www.blackstonelibrary.com/shirley-jackson?sp=67707https://apple.co/40fy133 Edward H. Everetthttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edward_Hamlin_Everett The Everett Mansionhttps://svclookingglass.com/4321/entertainment/the-ghosts-of-everett-mansion/Ghost Hunters Series 10 Episode 10https://www.syfy.com/ghost-hunters/photos/darker-learning-season-10-episode-10Southern Vermont Healthcare Realtyhttps://svhealthcare.org/news/svhc-introduces-real-estate-developer-for-former-college-campus Alfred Weissman Real Estatehttps://www.awre.net/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nWaZDC4nyjoHenry Eliot: https://www.henryeliot.co.uk/Andrea Rangecroft: https://www.andrearangecroft.co.uk/Lucy Little: https://www.lucyalittle.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We Love You, Madam President by Alvin S Berger https://amzn.to/40ngKVS Alvinsberger.com The invention of a sentient computer imported from Israel leads to political chaos in America. This computer is more than human-better than human-with its limitless memory storage and human characteristics, which prove to be big trouble for the perverted President of the United States. His mistakes lead to his downfall and that of his entire cabinet. With Washington in chaos, two CIA agents and some members of the Senate try to halt what the deep state conspirators want to accomplish through bribery and deceit. The murder of anyone who gets in their way means nothing to them, mere collateral damage of their nefarious plan. Rising from the tumult is a brilliant woman who breaks through the glass ceiling as she fights to become the first female president with the knowledge of the world at her fingertips. She must rely on her own intuition and the goodness of humanity to shine through the darkness of dirty politics.Here are some high-level summary notes from The Chris Voss Show podcast interview with author Alvin S. Berger: Alvin S. Berger is an author who began writing later in life. His background is as a dentist who loved continuing education and personal development. His first book "A Mind of Her Own" was inspired by a note he wrote to his partner Vera, who encouraged him to turn it into a book. His second book is "We Love You Madam President" - a speculative fiction novel about the first female U.S. president, AI, and political intrigue. It came out of imagining walking with the characters through scenarios. Berger also sculpts and paints. He finds immediate artistic mediums quicker for an audience to absorb than the time investment of reading a full book. His third upcoming book is "Tentacles of Corruption" tackling political corruption and AI. He used a real AI system to generate text for the book. Writing allows Berger to feel connected to the characters. He prints out each page, edits by hand, and compiled a physical manuscript before publishing. There are plans to potentially turn "We Love You Madam President" into a screenplay and movie. Berger is working with Blackstone Publishing and feels honored at the positive response to his books as a first-time author.

 Charles Barber & Bart Gullong joined the show to talk about the fight to get QuikClot to warfighters post 9/11 and the bureaucratic machine that stood in their way.  We talk about all this and a ton more!  Make sure to read the incredible book, In the Blood: How Two Outsiders Solved a Centuries-Old Medical Mystery and Took On the US Army. This episode brought to you by Blackstone Publishing.  Make sure to check out THE SANDBOX by Andrews & Wilson.  Support the showMake sure to check out Jason on IG @drjasonpiccolo

Jeff Wilson and Matt Swenson joined The Protectors® to talk about Artificial Intelligence (AI) and good vs evil.  We go down the rabbit hole of AI as an antagonist and how you could stay ahead of it.  Jeff's new thriller co-authored with Brian Andrews, THE SANDBOX, is an eye-opening look into a new threat, AI as a killer.  Matt Swenson is new to the show.  Matt spent decades in the cyber crime world with Homeland Security Investigations and is now the Chief Product Officer with the Black Rainbow Group.  This episode brought to you by Blackstone Publishing.  Support the showMake sure to check out Jason on IG @drjasonpiccolo

On this week's episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: a mom win via a bookish fail, and fielding reader retreat questions Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: we both got a bit of education this week learning about publishers versus imprints and discussing our favorites The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you'd like to listen first and not spoil the surprise, don't scroll down!  We are now including transcripts of the episode (this link only works on the main site). The goal here is to increase accessibility for our fans! *Please note that all book titles linked below are Bookshop affiliate links. Your cost is the same, but a small portion of your purchase will come back to us to help offset the costs of the show. If you'd prefer to shop on Amazon, you can still do so here through our main storefront. Anything you buy there (even your laundry detergent, if you recently got obsessed with switching up your laundry game) kicks a small amount back to us. Thanks for your support!*   . . . . 1:36 - Bookish Moment of the Week 6:16 - Current Reads 6:20 -  The Sunbearer Trials by Aiden Thomas (Kaytee) 6:25 - The Cemetery Boys by Aiden Thomas 8:28 - The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins 8:55 - Jaysen Headley aka EzeeKat on Instagram 10:12 - The Senator's Wife by Liv Constantine (Meredith) 12:00 - The Last Mrs. Parrish by Liv Constantine 14:13 - Dele Weds Destiny by Tomi Obaro (Kaytee) 17:27 - The Twist of A Knife by Anthony Horowitz (Meredith) 18:33 - The Sentence is Death by Anthony Horowitz 19:24 - Magpie Murders by Anthony Horowitz 21:38 - The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida by Shehan Karunatilaka (Kaytee) 22:55 - Garcia Street Books 23:15 - The Booker Prize 23:32 - Lincoln in the Bardo by George Saunders 24:51 - The Original by Branden Sanderson and Mary Robinette Kowal (Meredith, audible link) 25:32 - Scribd 29:22 - Publishing Houses and Imprints 30:17 - Flatiron Books 30:18 - Riverhead Books 30:19 - Tor Books 30:20 - Atria Books 30:22 - Balzer + Bray on Instagram  30:44 - Penguin Random House 30:45 - MacMillan 30:46 - Hachette Book Group 32:29 - Sarah's Bookshelves Live 32:25 - Minotaur Books 35:03 - Blackstone Publishing 35:36 - The Guncle by Steven Rowley  36:16 - Simon & Schuster 36:19 - HarperCollins 37:21 - St. Martin's Press 37:22 - Berkley Books  37:24 - Harlequin Books 39:18 - Legend and Lattes by Travis Baldree 40:16 - Psalm for the Wild Built by Becky Chambers 42:27 - Meet Us At The Fountain 42:35 - I wish for everyone to follow Jaysen Headley @ezeekat on socials and reach out to him about coming on the podcast! (Kaytee) 42:37 - Jaysen Headley aka EzeeKat on Instagram 44:10 - I wish everyone would read Bird Box, a great summer read by Josh Malerman (Meredith) 44:10 - Bird Box by Josh Malerman 45:23 - Daphne by Josh Malerman Connect With Us: Meredith is @meredith.reads on Instagram Kaytee is @notesonbookmarks on Instagram Mary is @maryreadsandsips on Instagram Roxanna is @roxannatheplanner on Instagram currentlyreadingpodcast.com @currentlyreadingpodcast on Instagram currentlyreadingpodcast@gmail.com Support us at patreon.com/currentlyreadingpodcast and www.zazzle.com/store/currentlyreading