Podcast appearances and mentions of fran lewis

Please join Marsha Casper Cook on March 2 at 11EST 10CST 9MT 8PST when her guest will be best selling author David Putnam and renowned book reviewer Fran Lewis. For more info about David  https://dwputnam.wordpress.com/books/ For more info on Fran  https://www.blogtalkradio.com/fran-lewis for more info on Marsha http://www.marshacaspercook.com http://www.michiganavenuemedia.com    

Join Marsha Casper Cook on October 20 at 11A M EST - 10AMCST 9AM MT- 8AM PST when Best Selling author RG Belsky is her special guest. They will be discussing writing and his new addition to the fabulous Claire Carlson Series, It's News To Me. Joining in the fun will be Author and well- established Reviewer, Fran Lewis.  You won't want to miss this show! For more info on the show  http://www.marshacaspercook.com https://www.rgbelsky.com https://www.blogtalkradio.com/fran-lewis                 https://www.rgbelsky.com/events                 

Please join Marsha and Vincent for a great discussion on writing on September 22 at 4EST 3CST 2MT 1PST. From action/adventure lovers to mystery/PI series addicts, to those who can't help but binge stand-alone psychological suspense novels, to those who can't resist short stories and novelettes, Vincent Zandri has a novel for you to pick up and enjoy. Vincent will also be discussing his videos on writing which are definitely an important tool for new as well as seasoned authors. Fran Lewis, author, reviewer, podcast producer, and host on Blog Talk radio will be joining us. https://vinzandri.com/books/ https://www.amazon.com/s?k=vincent+zandri&crid=33P1O6TPIXHCW   http://marshacaspercook.com http://www.michiganavenuemedia.com

Please join Marsha when she welcomes Tim Ahrens  and Fran Lewis on July 21 at 4 EST 3CST 2MT 1PST for a great discussion, Tim had been writing for over 40 years. He is an indie author who is passionate about character creation. He has worked on a number of short stories and novels, and has also spent some time working on developing comic book characters; He frequently collaborates with other writers. Dark Creatures is a simple game and his second book is Dark creatures. The Grand Game is his third. His first, The Salvation of Tanlegalle has a foreword by Piers Anthony, and Dark Creatures a simple game was published by Lucid Style, and Dark Creatures the grand game was published by Atmosphere press.   Fran Lewis  is an author, reviewer and a podcast host and producer of MJ Network in memory of her sister, Marcia Joyce. Marsha Casper Cook is an author, screenwriter, host and producer of all the Michigan Avenue Media podcasts on Blog Talk Radio. For more info on the shows http://Michiganavenuemedia.com  

Michigan Avenue Media has some really fun shows that show the lighter side of Best Selling Authors and this will most definitely be one of those shows. If you like to laugh and have a great time listen in.  Please join Marsha Casper Cook and Fran Lewis on March 24 at 4EST 3CST 2MT 1PST when they discuss cooking and having a great time when you do. Their guests for the show are both Best Selling Authors Dick Belsky and Vincent Zandri.  This is going to be a lot of fun so join us live or on-demand after the show. The show will also be on iTunes. For more info about the shows  http://www.michiganavenuemedia.com http://www.marshacaspercook.com  Info on the guests  http://vinzandri.com/ https://www.rgbelsky.com/ Fran's Books Authors for Ukraine | Facebook

Michigan Avenue Media Podcasts are fun, informative discussions that are based on writing and the interesting topics that the guests want to discuss. There's no set format other than great information that new and seasoned writers share. One thing is for sure - it's always fun.    AFTER THE SHOW IT'S ON-DEMAND AND ON ITUNES    Please join Marsha Casper Cook on Thursday, November 11 at 4EST 3CST 2MT 1 PST when she welcomes her guests Fran Lewis and Dick Belsky. They'll be talking about life and writing and how they intertwine.  With over five decades of experience to her credit, Fran Lewis holds considerable expertise in writing and interviewing. Since 2014, she has found success as the host of “Literary Viewpoints,” a blog and radio talk show through the MJ Network where she has also excelled as the editor of MJ Magazine, a magazine for authors, publishers, and book lovers, since 2013. The author of 12 books since 2008, including “What If?” and “Sisters: Two Sisters from the Bronx,” she is best known for her “Bertha” series of children's books, which includes three books “My Name is Bertha,” “Bertha Speaks Out” and “Bertha Fights Back.” RG Belsky is a New York City best-selling author who writes mystery thrillers under the pen name of Dana Perry. Besides being a terrific author Dick Belsky is a former metropolitan editor of the New York Post, managing editor of the New York Daily News, news editor of Star magazine, and - most recently - was managing editor for news at NBCNews.com. It's going to be a lively discussion so join us but if you can't the podcast will be on iTunes and on-demand when it's over.

Please join Marsha Casper Cook on December 7th at 4EST 3CST 2MT 1PST when her guest will be Authors Vincent Zandri and Fran Lewis. It's going to be a great show. Vincent Zandri is the NEW YORK TIMES, USA TODAY, and AMAZON KINDLE No.1 best selling author of more than 40 novels. He writes a terrific story and you can either read them or listen to them on Audible. Fran Lewis is a well-known reviewer, radio show host and author. She interviews writers every week with in-depth questions about their books. She understands writers sometimes better than they know themselves. Forhttp://www.marshacaspercook.com more info on the show   https://www.amazon.com/Vincent-Zandri/e/B001KDTLE2 https://www.blogtalkradio.com/fran-lewis

Please join Marsha Casper Cook on October 14th at 4EST 3CST 2MT 1PST when her guests will be Brian Freeman and Fran Lewis. Brian Freeman is a New York Times bestselling author of psychological thrillers, including the Jonathan Stride and Frost Easton series. His books have been sold in 46 countries and 22 languages. He is widely acclaimed for his "you are there" settings and his complex, engaging characters and twist-filled plots. Brian was also selected as the official author to continue Robert Ludlum's Jason Bourne series, and his new Bourne novel THE BOURNE EVOLUTION was released in 2020.   Fran Lewis is a well-known reviewer, radio show host and author. She interviews writers every week with in-depth questions about their books. She understands writers sometimes better than they know themselves. Marsha Casper Cook is an author, screenwriter,radio show host and producer of all Michigan Avenue Media Inc.podcasts. It's going to be a great show!   For more about the shows http://www.marsha casper cook.com About the authors https://bfreemanbooks.com/about/ https://www.blogtalkradio.com/fran-lewis  

Please join Marsha Casper Cook on September 8 at 4EST 3CST 2MT 1PST for a great discussion when her guests will be Jon Land and Fran Lewis. It's going to be a great conversation about writing. It's a live show and then it will be on demand and iTunes. Jon Land is the national bestselling author with over 40 novels. He has written several series including his bestselling Caitlin Strong series and several of the well-known Murder, She Wrote series. Jon often bases his novels and scripts on extensive travel and research as well as a twenty-five year career in martial arts. His books have won numerous prestigious awards.  Fran Lewis is a well-known reviewer, radio show host and author. She interviews writers every week with in-depth questions about their books. She understands writers sometimes better than they know themselves. Marsha Casper Cook is an author, radio show host and producer and screenwriter, For more info about the shows http://www. michiganvenuemedia.com info about the guests http://www.jonlandbooks.com/   https://www.blogtalkradio.com/fran-lewis        

Fran is a tough coach in Wales working with top International Juniors. She discusses the potential challenges for coaches working with young elite players around expectation of time, commitment and from parents which can lead to mental health difficulties around work-life balance. A great listen

Join Marsha on May 19th at 3EST 2CST 1MT NOON PST when authors Fran Lewis and Marty E Martin join her Podcast when they share stories about how they come up with characters and where they get their ideas. It's going to be a great show with lots of fun as they discuss wriitng . More about Mary http://maryemartintrilogies.com More about Fran https://tillie49.wordpress.com/2020/05/01/b More about Michigan Avenue Media /Marsha Casper Cook http://www.michiganavenuemedia.com      

  Please join Michigan Avenue Media when host Marsha Casper Cook is joined by Dick Belsky and Fran Lewis on April 28th at 3EST 2CST 1MT Noon PST. They will be discussing the effects Covid 19 has on authors, publishers and reviewers. Not only is it a devastating virus it's a game changer for everyone. Life as we knew it will be different but America is strong and will recover. R. G. Belsky is an author of crime fiction and a journalist in New York City. He has a degree in journalism from Ohio University and has had an illustrious career in both print and television news. He is the former Vice President at NBC Local Digital News, Managing Editor of the NY Daily News, News Editor of Star magazine, and Metropolitan Editor of the New York Post. Most recently, he was a Managing Editor of NBC News. Belsky’s crime novels reflect his extensive media background in newspapers, magazines, and TV/digital news. Below the Fold is his second novel in the Clare Carlson series, following the acclaimed Yesterday’s News. Belsky resides in New York City. A recent quote about his new book New York Journal of Books. “The Last Scoop is another surefire success for author R. G. Belsky as well as for Oceanview Publishing which has been putting out one top-notch page-turner after another.” Fran Lewis is an outstanding reviewer and author. Her reviews are always first rate and when she reads a book and expresses her thoughts authors have applauded her accuracy and insight into their stories. She also is the publisher of MJ Magazine that includes all aspects of the writing world.   http://www.marshacaspercook.com   

Barbara Watkins resides in Missouri with her husband and loyal boxweiler, Hooch. In her writings, she loves to evoke a false sense of security and expectations, as she leads her reader into a world of the unknown. Her articles on various subjects, short stories, and poetry, have appeared in 2008 New York Skyline Review, and several on-line publications. Cold Coffee Magazine accepted her article, A Testament To Poets, for their second issue released in print and is available online at Cold Coffee Magazine. In 2010, Watkins collaborated with New Zealand director, Dimi Nakov, on a screenplay for a short movie entitled, BlindSide in which her name appears in the films end credits for voice-over monologue. BlindSide was accepted into the Cannes short film corner as part of the 65th Festival de Cannes as well as the 7th Cyprus International Film Festival 2012, and many more prestigious film festivals. Many of her short stories and novella, Thorns of an Innocent Soul, have been optioned to New Zealand film production company, Zodiac Entertainment, for screenplay adaptation to film.   Her charitable contributions include supporting the Partner in Hope program through the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Previous Publications: Mortal Abomination – Awaken Spirit – Hollowing Screams – Six-Pack of Blood (co-author, Betty Dravis) Six-Pack of Fear (co-author, Betty Dravis) Anthologies include, Hope Whispers (compiled by Lynn C. Johnston) Live Life: The Daydreamer's Journal (compiled by Sir Ricky McGentleman) Satan's Holiday, an anthology of scary stories (compiled by Yvonne Mason) and Writing Tips From Authors (compiled by Patti Roberts.) Her article on SUDC (Sudden Unexplainable Death in Children) ‘Levi's Story' will appear in MJ Magazine (editor and creator, Fran Lewis) fall of 2013.   

Four Eastern, three central and two mountain: Fran Lewis and the World of Ink welcomes best selling author Dennis Palumbo. Phantom Limb: What would happen if someone gave you 50 minutes to talk them out of committing suicide? What would happen if you were able to buy some time and then the person was kidnapped? what would happen if the husband, a billionaire, controlled the way the investigation was run and put everyone in danger? What would happen if the kidnapper was in plain sight? Why would anyone want to kidnap Lisa Harland? Why did Charles Harland have so much power? Why did he hate his own son? What happens when a young vet goes off because he lost a limb and cannot handle life? Learn more when You meet Dr. Daniel Rinaldi: Psychotherapist and the main character who races the clock in more ways than one before Lisa's kidnappers decide to end her life and before more lives are lost. Join me in the chat room along with author Dennis Palumbo to talk about this outstanding five star novel. I am your host Fran Lewis: editor and creater of MJ Magazine, host of book discussion and the author of the Faces Behind the Stones series.  

Four eastern: Three Central: two mountain: Book Discussion welcomes NYTimes Best selling author Carla Neggers. Her new release Harbor Island is a mystery that will keep readers riveted to the printed page until you learn the dramatic and explosive ending. Once again Emma and Collin are embroiled in murder and in Ireland Yank's wife, Lucy, is missing. n this vivid and suspenseful addition to her widely acclaimed Sharpe & Donovan series, New York Times bestselling author Carla Neggers takes readers on a heart-stopping journey from Boston to Ireland to the rocky coast of Maine Emma Sharpe, granddaughter of world-renowned art detective Wendell Sharpe, is a handpicked member of a small Boston-based FBI team. For the past decade Emma and her grandfather have been trailing an elusive serial art thief. The first heist was in Ireland, where an ancient Celtic cross was stolen. Now the Sharpes receive a replica of the cross after every new theft—reminding them of their continued failure to capture their prey. When Emma receives a message that leads her to the body of a woman on a small island in Boston Harbor, she finds the victim holding a small, cross-inscribed stone—one she recognizes all too well. Emma's fiancé, FBI deep-cover agent Colin Donovan, is troubled that she's gone off to the island alone, especially given the deadly turn the thief has taken. But as they dig deeper they are certain there is more to this murder than meets the eye. As the danger escalates, Emma and Colin must also face do-or-die questions about their relationship. While there's no doubt they are in love, can they give their hearts and souls to their work and have anything left for each other? There's one thing Emma and Colin definitely agree on: before they can focus on their future, they must outwit one of the smartest, most ruthless killers they've ever encountered. This is one show you do not want to miss.

Fran Lewis and the World of Ink would like to welcome Tom Saywer the head writer of Murder She Wrote to talk about his career, working on the show and his latest five star release: Cross Purposes where we meet Private Investigator Barney Moon and a cast of characters you just won't forget. Manhattan Private Investigator Barney Moon can hack, charm or con his way into or out of damned-near anything. Barney is driven - to solve cases, nail bad guys, and to anyplace not reachable via the NY Subway. Barney never learned to drive. And, like most born/bred New Yorkers, he regards pretty much anywhere else as "Out-of-Town."But there is one place for which he has a particular, lifelong aversion: Los Angeles, California (which he thinks of as an Alien Planet). And - guess where he finds himself stranded? In CROSS PURPOSES, a case takes the reluctant Barney and his driver, Al Drobowsky to Los Angeles to obtain a single fingerprint. Things quickly get complicated. That night, of what by then seems sure to be only two in Tinseltown, Al learns he must immediately return to Brooklyn.   Steve Shukis: POISONED: Arsenic is a metallic element that forms a number of poisonous compounds. Arsenic is found in nature. It can be found in compounds with oxygen, chorine and sulfur. These types of compounds are called inorganic arsenic compounds. When arsenic is in plants and animals it combines with carbon and hydrogen. This is noted as organic arsenic and is usually not as harmful as inorganic. The scary part is that most of these compounds have no smell or special taste. Some are used to preserve wood and others are used to make insecticides and weed killers. Imagine learning that the Food and Drug Administration released early results of an investigation of arsenic levels in rice.Herman Billik was said to be a Bohemian fortuneteller and quite familiar with arsenic and arsenic poisoning. Listen to the evidence: Innocent or guilty

Fran Lewis and Blog Talk Radio would like to welcome author Carl Brookins: Time: four eastern, three central and two mountain to book discussion with Fran Lewis. The Case of the Purloined Letter introduces PI Sean Sean and his wild antics and unorthodox ways of solving cases. Carl will discuss his latest title. "When an American army unit arrived at the end of WWII, some soldiers appropropriated items in what appeared to be an abandoned building.: find out more and what they hid when you join me in the chat room and ask you questions of htis best selling author. A small painting by a mid leve Polish painted is used by an ex-GI to float a bank loan which results in the founding of a manufacturing firm in Minneapolis. Find out how this all links together.

Welcome to The World of Ink Network show on Blog Talk Radio. Our goal is to bring informative and entertaining shows to our listners.The mission of the World of Ink Network is to share resources that introduce tips, products and services to help strengthen, support and challenge those who love writing and the written word. The World of Ink Network hopes not only to bring authors, illustrators and publishers together, but also help them reach their readership. Join Book Discussion Host Fran Lewis and author David H. Brown Thursday 4pm Eastern - 3pm Central - 2pm Mountain - 1pm Pacific. What would happen if Air Force One went missing? Just who would be next in line? What happens when parties in both the Senate and the House work their politcal bribes, magic, deceits and lies to take control and run the government. What happens if this is just a ploy by the President and he had a whole differnt agenda in mind? What happens when the truth behind the disappearance comes to light? Greed, Power and control! Air Force One Has Vanished: get the inside scoop about what happens in both Houses and when one President tries to create harmony with another world leader why does everyone want his head? Join me and David in the chat room to learn more. David is a former Public Information Officer for the government and he is going to share his insight and personal experiences with listeners. Learn more about our network at http://worldofinknetwork.com Find great books and articles on our blog or follow us on our Facebook Fanpage!

Welcome to The World of Ink Network show on Blog Talk Radio. Our goal is to bring informative and entertaining shows to our listners.The mission of the World of Ink Network is to share resources that introduce tips, products and services to help strengthen, support and challenge those who love writing and the written word. The World of Ink Network hopes not only to bring authors, illustrators and publishers together, but also help them reach their readership. Join Fran Lewis Thurday at 11am Eastern -10am Central - 9am Mountain - 7am Pacific  Book Discussion welcomes author Cym Lowell. In JASPAR'S WAR (Rosemary Beach Press; April 2014; $12.99), author Cym Lowell takes readers on a thrill ride to the most unexpected and dangerous of locales to uncover secrets that could bring down the U.S. government.   This is more than just about another book getting published. It's also about giving back, inspiring others and providing a bridge to healing for those wounded warriors who have put their lives on the line for the freedoms we all enjoy. As Lowell was completing Jaspar's War, he heard about Soldiers' Angels, a nonprofit organization with thousands of volunteers who provide aid and comfort to the men and women of the armed forces, veterans and their families. He was told there is a waiting list of approximately 200 wounded warriors, who, because of injuries sustained in fighting for our country, are in need of voice-activated laptops. That's all he needed to know. 100 percent of any proceeds from the sale of his book will go directly to Soldiers' Angels. His initiative is called: OPERATION: NEXT CHAPTER.   As a Vietnam vet, Lowell knows all too well the results of what war injuries can do to the human spirit.

Interviewing the author, John Fishwick, of A Flight to Romance a semi-romantic novel that is quite educational in many respects. The author takes readers on a tour of London, many historical churches and theaters in England as we join Jeremy and Stephanie on their special romantic journey hoping for second chances. Join me at four eastern, three central, two mountain and one pacific. I am your host Fran Lewis editor of MJ Magazine and the author of the Faces Behind the Stones series. Educator and author, book reviewer: Join me in the chat room.

Join Fran Lewis on June 19 at 4PM EST 3PM CST. Her guest is Allan Topol the author of THE ARGENTINE TRIANGLE. It's going to be a great show.  

Three Eastern, Two central, One Mountain: Book Discussion with fran lewis with host Marybeth Zeman and Janet Kleinman

Thursday: Four Eastern, Three Central: Two Mt and One Pacific: Fran Lewis the host of Book Discussion welcomes Best selling author Larry Thompson: Insanity Plea and the author of Sentinel's Choice: Mike Witzgall. As a member of the elite U.S. Marine Corps Force Reconnaissance teams, Renee LaFleet learned hard lessons about survival. This is where he met the brother of his heart, Navy SEAL commander, Richard Shannon, under the harsh conditions of hand to hand combat. But nothing he experienced in Iraq prepared him for the evil he would face as a homicide detective in Dallas, Texas. At least in battle you know the enemy. When bodies start turning up all murdered in the same manner, Ren is confronted with the unthinkable possibility that his best friend, Father Richard Shannon might be involved. Ren must decide where the bonds of brotherhood end and his duty as a Texas Peace officer starts. Learn more when Mike and I discuss Sentine's Choice. A young nurse is savagely killed during a pre-dawn run on Galveston's seawall. The murderer slices her running shorts from her body as his trophy and tosses the body over the wall to the rocks below. As dawn breaks, a bedraggled street person, wearing four layers of old, tattered clothes, emerges from the end of the jetty, waving his arms and talking to people only he hears. He trips over the body, checks for a pulse and, instead, finds a diamond bracelet which he puts in his pocket. He hurries across the street, heading for breakfast at the Salvation Army two blocks away, leaving his footprints in blood as he goes. Just who is accused and who will defend him you will learn when I interview Larry Thompson. Join me in the chat room when I interview both mystery/thriller authors. Insanity Plea will keep you guessing until the very end. Sentinel's Choice is a fast paced novel with twists and turns you won't see coming. One show you want to hear! .

 Thursday: 4 Eastern, 3 Central, 2 mountain and 1 Pacific: Fran Lewis host of Book Discussion welcomes New York Times author John Lescroart. T From New York Times bestselling author John Lescroart, a riveting novel featuring Dismas Hardy and Abe Glitsky on the hunt for clues about a woman who has gone missing. On the evening before Thanksgiving, Hal Chase, a guard in the San Francisco County Jail, drives to the airport to pick up his step-brother for the weekend. When they return, Hal's wife, Katie, has disappeared without a clue. By the time Dismas Hardy hears about this, Katie has been missing for five days. The case strikes close to home because Katie had been seeing Hardy's wife, a marriage counselor. By this time, the original Missing Persons case has become a suspected homicide, and Hal is the prime suspect. And the lawyer he wants for his defense is none other than Hardy himself. Hardy calls on his friend, former homicide detective Abe Glitsky, to look into the case. At first it seems like the police might have it right; the Chases' marriage was fraught with problems; Hal's alibi is suspect; the life insurance policy on Katie was huge. But Glitsky's mission is to identify other possible suspects, and there proves to be no shortage of them: Patti Orosco—rich, beautiful, dangerous, and Hal's former lover; the still unknown person who had a recent affair with Katie; even Hal's own step-mother Ruth, resentful of Katie's gatekeeping against her grandchildren. And as Glitsky probes further, he learns of an incident at the San Francisco jail, where Hal works—only one of many questionable inmate deaths that have taken place there. Then, when Katie's body is found not three blocks from the Chase home and Hal is arrested for her murder.Join me in the chat room when I interview John.      

Book discussion on Thursday May 8 at 4PM EST 3PMCST  and your host Fran Lewis welcomes bestselling author of Killer Nurse JohnFoxjohn. Hired to save the lives of her patients Kimberly Clark Saenz a well liked nurse took the lives of many. Former Homicide Detective JohnFoxjohn joins me to discuss the case, the investigation and what led up to many startling discoveries. Join me in the chat room. Fran Lewis: editor of MJ Magazine for more info - http://www.worldofinknetwork.com

Please join Fran Lewis Thursday May 1 at 4PM EST 3PM CST on Book Discussion. Her guest this week is Best Selling Author Brian Freeman. Brian is an international bestselling author of psychological thrillers, including the Jonathan Stride series set in Duluth. His books have been sold in 46 countries and 20 languages. His debut thriller, IMMORAL, won the Macavity Award in 2006 and was a nominee for the Edgar®, Dagger, Anthony, and Barry awards for best first novel. IMMORAL was also named an International Book of the Month by book clubs around the world and appeared as a Main Selection in the Literary Guild and the Book of the Month Club. His seventh novel SPILLED BLOOD won the award for Best Hardcover Novel in the annual Thriller Awards presented by the International Thriller Writers organization, and his fifth novel THE BURYING PLACE was a finalist for the same award. His sixth novel THE BONE HOUSE was a finalist for Best Audiobook of the Year in Thriller/Suspense. He is also a three-time finalist for the Minnesota Book Award, including his most recent novel THE COLD NOWHERE. For more information on Brian and his books www.bfreemanbooks.com   www.facebook.com/bfreemanfans. for more info http://www.worldofinknetwork.com        

Please join Fran Lewis for a very special Book Discussion on April 24 at NOON PST 1 PM MT  2 PM CST  3PM EST. Her guests are Amy Newmark at 3 PM EST. She is the author of Chicken Soup for the Soul: Living with Alzheimer's & Other Dementias & as well as share some tips for families and caregivers of those living with Alzheimer's and other dementias.  Att 4 PM EST Dr Weinstock will be discussing his new book I've Been Thinking: And It Might Save Your Life. Dr. Weinstock is a health care management specialist, He knows the right questions to ask, and the right buttons to push.    

Please join Fran for a great book discussion at 2 MT 3 CST 4 EST  5 PST on Thursday April 17 . Her guest will be Laura Griffin.   For more info - http://www.worldofinknetwork.com

Join Fran on April 3 at 4PM EST 3PM CST and her guest David Morrell for a great discussion.David Morrell is the author of First Blood, the award-winning novel in which Rambo was created. He holds a Ph. D. in American literature from Penn State and was a professor in the English department at the University of Iowa. His numerous New York Times bestsellers include the classic spy trilogy The Brotherhood of the Rose (the basis for the only television mini-series to premier after a Super Bowl), The Fraternity of the Stone, and The League of Night and Fog. An Edgar, Anthony, and Macavity nominee, Morrell is the recipient of three Bram Stoker awards and the prestigious Thriller Master award from the International Thriller Writers organization. His writing book, The Successful Novelist, discusses what he has learned in his four decades as an author. Publishers Weekly chose his Victorian mystery/thriller, Murder as a Fine Art, as one of the top 10 crime novels of 2013.  

Join Fran Lewis on March 27 at 4 PM EST 3PM CST  for a very special celebration of Women's History Month. She will be spotlighting the work and careers of several outstanding women writers, authors, publicists and agents. Welcome the President of Michigan Avenue Media: Marsha Cook: Multi-talented author of both romance and children's books. Counter Culture Diva : Dolores Deluce the author of My Life if A Four Letter Word. Dr. Maxine Thompson: author, literary agent and publicist, the author of Lily Speaks Out and Alterations: Rita Plush, the author of Leo the Prince Maker: Journeys in 3D Printing : Carla Diana and a surprise NY Times best selling romance novelist. Today's discussion will center on : Creating that strong female character, their careers as writers, authors, why they decided to become authors, to create a strong male/female scene that readers will want more of and general questions about their books. Carla's book deals with 3D printing and we will talk about how she as the main character in the book created Leo. Join me in the chat room and please feel free to ask the authors questions. This will be a great way to round out Women's History Month. I am your host Fran Lewis: The editor of MJ magazine and the author of 11 titles.   For more info on the show http://www.worldofinknetwork.com http://www.michiganavenuemedia.com,        

Join Fran Lewis and her special guest Tess Gerritsen on March 27 AT 4PM EST 3PM CST. It's going to be a great discussion.   For more info on the show http://www.worldofinknetwork.com http://www.michiganavenuemedia.com, for more about Tess http://www.tessgerritsen.com/

Please join Fran Lewis on March 13 at 4 PMEST 3PM CST 2PM MT 1PM PST for a great discussion with her guest is Carla Neggers. She is the New York Times bestselling author of more than 60 novels, with translations in 24 languages. Born and raised on the western edge of the beautiful Quabbin Reservoir in rural Massachusetts, Carla grew up with tales of her father's life as a Dutch sailor and her mother's childhood in northwest Florida. At a young age, Carla began penning her own stories on a branch high up in her favorite sugar maple. Now she enjoys spending time at the family homestead (now a tree farm) with her six brothers and sisters and their families. When she's not writing, Carla loves to travel, hike, kayak, garden, and, of course, dive into a good book. She lives with her family in Vermont, near Quechee Gorge.

Join Fran on March 6 at 4PM EST 3 PM CST 2 PM MT 1 PM PST when her special guest is Bruce DeSilva .Edgar Award-winner Bruce DeSilva returns with Liam Mulligan, an old-school investigative reporter for a dying newspaper in Providence, Rhode Island.  Mulligan knows every street and alley, every priest and prostitute, every cop and street thug. He knows the mobsters and politicians—who are pretty much one and the same.   Inspired by a true story, Providence Rag finds Mulligan, his pal Mason, and the newspaper they both work for at an ethical crossroad. The youngest serial killer in history butchered five of his neighbors before he was old enough to drive. When he was caught eighteen years ago, Rhode Island's antiquated criminal statutes—never intended for someone like him—required that all juveniles, no matter their crimes, be released at age twenty-one. The killer is still behind bars, serving time for crimes supposedly committed on the inside. That these charges were fabricated is an open secret; but nearly everyone is fine with it—if the monster ever gets out more people will surely die. But Mason is not fine with it. If officials can get away with framing this killer they could do it to anybody. As Mason sets out to prove officials are perverting the  justice system, Mulligan searches frantically for some legal way to keep the monster behind bars. The dueling investigations pit the friends against each other in a high-stakes race. for more info http://www.michiganavenuemedia.com http://www.worldofinknetwork.com

Please join Fran Lewis on Feb 13 at 4PM EST 3PM CST for a great book discussion. Her guests will be Joshua Graham and Mark Rubinstein. Listen live or on demand. For more info http://www.michiganavenuemedia.com http://www.worldofinknetwork.com

Please join Fran Lewis for a great book discussion on Feb. 6 at 4 PM EST 3 PM CST 2PM MT 1PM PST. Her first guest at 4 will be Charles Salzberg and then at 5 Carolyn Esparza. It's going to be a great discussion so listen in and have fun!   for more info http://www.worldofinknetwork.com http://www.michiganavenuemedia.com  

Fran's guest on January 23 at 4PM EST 3PM CST  will be Stephen A.Enna and Dennis J Wooten. When authors Stephen A. Enna and Dennis J Wootten penned their wildly successful political thriller, Aloha in 2011, about a gay American president who brokers a deal to sell Hawaii to China to pay off the national debt and raise 13 trillion dollars, little did they envision that the book would spawn a popular trilogy and that it would eventually lead them to publish the second half of the series.  Shalom! Is the first book in the new series and follows with the familiar themes and story lines that made the Aloha! trilogy so popular with readers. Shalom! also revisits favorite characters from the first trilogy as America heads into an uncertain future...sound familiar?

Please join Fran Lewis on January 16 AT 4PM EST 3PM CST 2 PM MT 1PM PST for a wonderful book discussion. Blog Talk Radio and the World of Ink would like to welcome authors Mark Young, Dale and Kaila Halling, Mark Rubinstein, Stuart Yates and a special mystery guest to BOOK DISCUSSION WITH FRAN LEWIS. Mystery Thursday will feature husband and wife authors: Dale and Kaila Halling and their novel: The Pendulum of Justice, Mark Rubinstein: Foot Soldier, Stuart Yates: Varangian, Mark Young: Broken Allegiance and a special mystery author for the first hour. The second hour we will be joined by the author of The Tragedy of King Lewis the Sixteenth: David Lane. This should be quite interesting: the discussion will center around Gang violence, corruption in the US Patent Office, A foot soldier serving in Vietnam and his experience and The Vikings. David's book is based on the life of King Louis XVI and is written in classical style. Join me: Fran Lewis the author of the Face Behind the Stones Series and Bertha and Tillie Series, educator and creator of MJ magazine for this interesting and very diversified show.

Please join Fran Lewis on December 19 th at 4 PM  EST 3PM CST when her guest will be John Land. Jon Land is the critically acclaimed author of thirty novels, including the bestselling series featuring female Texas Ranger Caitlin Strong: Strong Enough to Die, Strong Justice, Strong at the Break, Strong Vengeance, and Strong Rain Falling. In addition, Land is the author of the nonfiction bestseller, Betrayal, which was named Best True Crime Book of 2012 by Suspense magazine and was recently announced the winner in the True Crime category for the 2013 USA International Book Awards. Land graduated from Brown University in 1979 Phi Beta Kappa and Magna cum Laude and continues his association with Brown as an alumni advisor. Land often bases his novels and scripts on extensive travel and research as well as a 25-year career in martial arts. He is an associate member of the US Special Forces and frequently volunteers in schools to help young people learn to enjoy the process of writing. The Tenth Circle: Blaine McCracken races to stop terrorists from unleashing an ancient weapon of unimaginable power at the president's State of the Union speechST 3PM CST for another great book discussion.

Join Fran Lewis on Thursday December 5 at  4 PM EST 3 PM CST when she welcomnes Archer Mayor, the author of the highly acclaimed, Vermont-based series featuring detective Joe Gunther, which the Chicago Tribune describes as “the best police procedurals being written in America.” He is also a past winner of the New England Independent Booksellers Association Award for Best Fiction—the first time a writer of crime literature has been so honored.  In 2011, Mayor's 22nd Joe Gunther novel, Tag Man, earned a place on the New York Times bestseller list for hardback fiction. Whereas many writers base their books on only interviews and scholarly research, Mayor's novels are based on actual experience in the field. The result adds a depth, detail and veracity to his characters and their tribulations that has led the New York Times to call him “the boss man on procedures.” http://www.michiganavenuemedia.com http://www.worldofinknetwork.com

Please join Fran Lewis for a terrific show on Thursday November 21 at 5PM EST 4 PM CST. Fran's guest will be Rae Anne Thayne.She has been on Fran's show many times and they have great discussions about her career in wriitng and her over 40 books.She loves to write and talk to readers. She will be discussing Christmas In Snowflake Canyon. for more info http://www.michiganavenuemedia.com  http://www.worldofinknetwork.com    

Join Fran Lewis on October 24 at 3 PM EST 2 PM CST when she welcomes two wonderful authors,Carla Neggers and Allan Vaysberg.The chat room will be open.For more info http://www.michiganavenuemedia.comhttp://www.worldofinknetwork.com

Please join Fran for a very special show on October 17 at  11AM PST 12PM MT 1PM CST 2PM EST. The World Of Ink would like to welcome best selling author Justin Kramon to Book Discussion with Fran Lewis. Justin Kramon is the author of The Preservationist a fast paced thriller that will keep readers glued to the printed page from start to finish. Justin in the chat room where he will take questions related to his novel and marketing.   For more infohttp://www.michignavenuemedia.com http://www.worldofinknetwork.com    

Join Fran Lewis for her book discussion on Thursday October 10th.  3PM CST 4PM  EST 2 PM MT 1PM PST. It's a very special Mystery Thursday. On Mystery Thursday there will be several wonderful best selling authors discussing how to create heroes and villains and they write crisp dialogue for their characters that will hold their readers attention. It's going to be a lot of fun and the chat room will be open.(714) 242-5259 for more info go to http://www.worldofinknetwork.com http://www.michiganavenuemedia.com  

The World Of Ink and Book Discussion Host Fran Lewis would like to welcome an outstanding Publicist, Diane Dennis, to this week's special show on October 3 at 4 PM EST 3PM CST. Diane from Inspired Media will discuss her services and how she works in conjunction with authors to create the best marketing plan, publicity and press for their titles. The chat room will be open for questions, and Diane will offer marketing tips for authors. (714) 242-5259 For more info   http://www.worldofinknetwork.com http://www.michiganavenuemedia.com  

Join Fran Lewis on September 26 at 4 PM EST 3PM CST when she welcomes two great authors IRIS JOHANSEN and MARK RUBINSTEIN. It's going to be a great show.   CHECK OUT FRAN'S MAGAZINE https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/346633 For more info http://www.michiganavenuemedia.com http://www.worldofinknetwork.com  

Please join Fran Lewis Thursday September 19 at  8 AM PST 9AM MT 10 AM  CST 11AM EST. Her special guest is Allan Topol. Allan Topol's new novel,The Russian Endgame is the third in the trilogy featuring the daring Craig Page, and gutsy Elizabeth Crowder. Once again they do battle with the ruthless Chinese General Zhou, who joins forces with Russian President Kuznov to form an alliance which will inflict damage on the United States and Europe. For more info about the shows  - http://www.michiganavenuemedia.com http://www.worldofinknetwork.com  

Please join Fran on Thursday afternoon August 29 at 4PM EST 3PM CST 2PM MT 1PMPST. Peter Troy is the best selling author of May the Road Rise Up to Meet You.  Debut novelist Troy spins a sprawling mid-nineteenth-century novel, tightly interweaving four separate narrative strands into a vivid tapestry of Civil War–era America. for more info http://www.worldofinknetwork.com http://www.michiganavenuemedia.com  

Fran Lewis is back from vacation with great new shows.Join her in August 22 on Thursday Afternoon at 4PM EST 3PM CST 2PM MT 1PMPST when her guest is Donald Riggio.   for more info http://www.worldofinknetwork.com http://www.michiganavenuemedia.com  

It's time to celebrate! On Thursday August 15 at 1 PM PST 2PM MT 3PM CST 4PM EST  Marsha Casper Cook from World Of Ink Network will launch  the celebration of an online magazine by Fran Lewis. Fran will introduce her new magazine honoring her Sister in memory of their wonderful friendship and all the years they shared together as not only family but best friends. There will be guests and lots of surprises. The launch will include an open chat on twitter. The hashtag for the event will be  # michiganavenuemedia more info - http://www.worldofinknetwork.com