Podcasts about thriller books

Suit Up! With Martin Rooney's debut thriller: Blood Feud When terminal cancer pushes Cain to the brink, an assassination attempt thrusts him back into a life of violence. But this isn't a random hit—someone wants Cain silenced after he stumbles on a devastating secret: the billionaires profiting from cancer are also hiding its cure. On today's episode we talk with Martin about his background in athletics, the backstory to writing Blood Feud, his literary influences, favorite super hero and much more! Check out my latest release, Unwanted Passenger: A Mitch Mayhew Story https://a.co/d/6R92gf8 Unwanted Passenger is a roaring, prop-spinning, pulse-pounding historical thriller for fans of aerial stunts, flapper-era intrigue, and reluctant heroes with debts to pay and demons to outrun. Order Blood Feud https://a.co/d/cVWlFQb Follow Martin https://www.instagram.com/themartinrooney/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/themartinrooney/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/martinrooney/ https://www.youtube.com/user/TFWarriors1 https://x.com/martinrooney1 Follow The Show! https://terrancelayhew.com/suitup/ https://www.instagram.com/suitup.podcast/ https://www.facebook.com/tlayhew  

Charlie and Amy Jordan (The Dark Hours) discuss the Irish police force, the Garda, in the 1990s, particularly where it involves sexism. They also discuss the effects on a relationship of being a member of the police, and the way trauma can influence extreme actions. A transcript is available on my site General references: The New York Times review (paywall) Books mentioned by name or extensively: Amy Jordan: The Dark Hours Release details: recorded 14th January 2025; published 12th May 2025 Where to find Amy online: Instagram Where to find Charlie online: Website || Twitter || Instagram || TikTok Discussions 01:31 The inspiration 03:19 Writing Julia and exploring the effects of what she's been through 09:21 Exploring trauma and its effects 14:22 The pacing 18:49 More about how Amy included Julia's husband and what he goes through as a result of her career, which includes talking about people Amy knows 23:26 Where Julia says, "Call me Julia" 25:22 The misogyny and the Garda in general in the 1990s 32:36 Brendon and his Morse Code 35:08 Creating the fictional villages, and Amy's spooky story of a real house 38:33 Minor details of book 2, including where Amy will take Julia and Philip's relationship

Charlie and Amy Engel (I Did It For You) discuss her literary thriller wherein the killer did it but it isn't that simple, wherein both the victim's and killer's families are given empathy, and wherein the sister of the victim and the brother of the killer start a romance. Please note that whilst there are no references to detailed violence, this episode looks at various issues surrounding murder cases. A transcript is available on my site General references: It was indeed Elmore Leonard who said, "You take out the parts that people skip when they're reading". This link has more information. Books mentioned by name or extensively: Amy Engel: The Familiar Dark Amy Engel: I Did It For You Release details: recorded 17th December 2024; published 28th April 2025 Where to find Amy online: Website || Twitter || Instagram || Facebook Where to find Charlie online: Website || Twitter || Instagram || TikTok Discussions 01:15 The inspiration - location and character 02:37 Creating Greer 04:50 Creating Ludlow and the well-drawn townspeople 07:53 How Amy works with secrets and reveals 09:24 How was it writing Greer in terms of her being an unreliable narrator? 11:10 The different extra narratives 12:33 Roy, the killer's, difference, his potential neurodivergence, and the importance of looking at this 15:41 Did you ever consider not having Roy 'do' it? 17:33 The grief in the book, including a look at the different sets of parents 19:46 Including Dean and humanising the family of the murderer 22:30 Amy tells us more about how her career in law influenced her writing 24:35 The slower pacing, which isn't so usual for a thriller, and how Amy categorises her novels. We then move on to what Amy added to the novel in editing 27:59 Amy's thought process and planning in regards to the bad guy (different person to the killer) 34:03 Amy deciding to end Greer and Dean's romance 36:29 Where Greer and Dean may end up, separately, beyond the pages of the book. We then move on to Greer's parents in the same vein 39:03 What Amy is writing and planning now

Are you frustrated when authors can't justify their own logic in the worlds they've built? Jacob and Ramya discuss some of the biggest logic gaps in popular books (Harry Potter and A Song of Ice and Fire make the list). Some dialogue is too good to believe. Time travel is a beast to master and no reader is ever satisfied. And what happens when hard magic is flimsy? Here are hot takes on why internal consistency is key to a satisfying read.Plus, is a ‘Slow Burn' Book Worth Our Patience? Not always, and we tell you why.And to wrap things up, Ramya reviews The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides, a critically acclaimed Psychological Thriller with a major plot twist and many mind games. AMI Audiobook Review is broadcast on AMI-audio in Canada and publishes three new podcast episodes a week on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.Follow AMI Audiobook Review on YouTube & Instagram!We want your feedback!Be that comments, suggestions, hot-takes, audiobook recommendations or reviews of your own… hit us up! Our email address is: audiobookreview@ami.caAbout AMIAMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform AMI+. Our vision is to establish AMI as a leader in the offering of accessible content, providing a voice for Canadians with disabilities through authentic storytelling, representation and positive portrayal. To learn more visit AMI.ca and AMItele.ca.Find more great AMI Original Content on AMI+Learn more at AMI.caConnect with Accessible Media Inc. online:X /Twitter @AccessibleMediaInstagram @AccessibleMediaInc / @AMI-audioFacebook at @AccessibleMediaIncTikTok @AccessibleMediaInc

One of Time Magazine's 100 Best Mystery and Thriller Books of All Time.Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ NewsRadio 1030 on the free #iHeartRadio app! Or ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio.

On this episode of the Writers Advice Podcast we're talking all things Crime & Thrillers! I discuss the Goodreads Choice Awards Thriller list and all of my extra recommendations for the year. Do your favourite books make the list? ⁠⁠Keep updated on all new updates with Writers Advice here.

This episode had us laughing out loud so many times! Clancy and Gabie dive into Clancy's new life as a mom, including her favorite moments of motherhood! The gals also discuss their favorite thriller books, Clancy's childhood dreams of becoming a priest and/or playing the clarinet, and whether the gals think they are introverts or extroverts! Along the way, there's lots of giggles and funny stories, of course. Grab a cup of coffee, tea, or happy hour beverage and sit back and enjoy! If you enjoy this episode, would love for you to rate and leave us a comment! Also would LOVE for you to follow along with us on our podcast Instagram page @offtherecordpodcast_

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this episode has us feeling spooked to the core as we dip our toes into the bone-chilling waters of the mystery/thriller genre. for the month of October we are reading A Good Girl's Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson and asking ourselves the age old question: how spooky is too spooky? we explore a variety of accents, apologise for past and present (and future) judgements on American listeners, talk dead dogs, precocious teens, the audiobook listening experience and the pitfalls of Young Adult fiction.books mentioned in this episode:A Good Girl's Guide to Murder - Holly JacksonEileen - Otessa MoshfeghBig Little Lies - Liane MoriartyNone of This is True - Lisa JewelThe Girl With the Dragon Tattoo - Steig LarssonRosemary's Baby - Ira LevinStone Cold Fox - Rachel Coller CroftDarling Girls - Sally HepworthPretty Girls - Karin SlaughterThe Secret History - Donna TarttSharp Object - Gillian FlynnLittle Fires Everywhere - Celeste Ng synopsis music by Francesco Biondisend us questions, things you want us to speak about or just say hi!choose our next podcast read by going here and voting in the first week of each month!somehow, we're getting close to the end of the year and are looking at talk lit, get hit programming for 2025. this year we made some changes to our podcast line-up based on the results of the 2023 listener survey. we're seeking feedback on how these changes have worked for you and if you have any other ideas or suggestions for how we can make talk lit, get hit even better please let us know your thoughts here!make sure you subscribe to hear our groundbreaking thoughts as soon as they are unleashed. if you want to be on the same page as us, follow us at talklit.gethit on Instagram and TikTok.theme music born from the creative genius of Big Boi B.talk lit, get hit are reading and recording on Giabal, Jagera, Jarowair & Turrbal lands. we acknowledge the cultural diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and pay respect to Elders past, present and future. always was, always will be.

Send us a textWhat if unlocking the secrets of an ancient puzzle could take you on a thrilling journey across continents? Welcome back to The Bookshop Podcast, where we sit down with New York Times bestselling author Danielle Trussoni to uncover the mysteries behind her latest novel, The Puzzle Box. As the second installment in the Mike Brink series, this book showcases Danielle's meticulous research and the fascinating world of savant puzzle-solving. Follow along as we explore Brink's adventure from New York to Japan, unraveling enigmatic characters and deadly puzzles.Danielle takes us behind the scenes of her character development process, particularly focusing on Dr. Gupta and Ume. From taking classes on cryptocurrency and encryption to drawing inspiration from historical female warriors known as onna-bugeisha, Danielle's dedication to authenticity is nothing short of impressive. Danielle Trussoni is the New York Times bestselling author of the novels The Ancestor, Angelology, and Angelopolis, all New York Times Notable Books, and the memoirs The Fortress and Falling Through the Earth, named one of the ten best books of the year by The New York Times Book Review. She writes the monthly horror column for the New York Times Book Review. A graduate of the Iowa Writers' Workshop and winner of the Michener-Copernicus Society of America Fellowship, her work has been translated into more than thirty languages.Danielle TrussoniThe Puzzle Box, Danielle TrussoniThe Puzzle Master, Danielle Trussoni Angelopolis, Danielle TrussoniThe Woman in the Window, A.J. FinnEnd of Story, A.J. FinnShutter, Ramona EmersonExposure, Ramona EmersonSing Her Down, Ivy PachodaSupport the showThe Bookshop PodcastMandy Jackson-BeverlySocial Media Links

EPISODE 418 - Andrea Heckner - Crime Thriller Books - Secrets in the Heartland SeriesI'm Andrea Heckner, and I am an author of Crime Thriller Books. I live in Wisconsin with my husband, David. We have three grown sons and three grandchildren.Here's my why for writing: I became an avid reader as a teenager and love to lose myself in a great story, but that is not where my story begins. My story begins with a young girl who struggled to learn to read due to having Dyslexia. Thanks to parents, educators and tutors who were dedicated to helping me to become literate, I was able to not only learn to read and write but to find a true passion in literacy.After starting as a Special Education Teacher, I realized how little I knew about teaching others to read and went back to school. Becoming a Reading Specialist and Literacy Coach allowed me to be able to help other children to become readers and writers. Participating in the National Writing Project helped me to not only become a stronger teacher of writing but also to develop my voice as a writer.Thanks for visiting; feel free to get in touch if you have questions about my books, and don't forget to sign up for my newsletter to be one of the first to get updates.Secrets in the Heartland SeriesThis series of Mystery/Thriller fiction books follows Detective Kass Minor and FBI Agent Robert Matthews as they work to solve crimes in and around the Springfield, Missouri, region of the United States.Book 1-The FarmHave you ever wondered how an ordinary person could know and interact with a serial killer and not know it until it was too late? The Farm, book one in The Murder in the Heartland series, centers on the disappearance of Kelsey Learner, a seemingly ordinary midwestern single mom. Parallel to the investigation into Kelsey's disappearance, a pair of serial killers are murdering in the area for what they perceive to be a higher good. Police have yet to connect their victims and, in some cases, even know they are missing. Is Kelsey their latest victim, or is it a coincidence that a serial killer couple is on the loose and Kelsey has vanished?Book 2- Dismantling the FarmFBI Agent Robert Matthews came from a long line of civil servants, but it was his grandfather's love of a 1930s movie about the FBI that had made being an agent Robert's dream. He had visions of car chases, gun fights, and media releases that featured his name. Instead, he got assigned to the Springfield, Missouri field office, where he spent his days doing paperwork, going out on investigative interviews, testifying in court, or practicing firearms use and defensive tactics. When he is assigned to look into the disappearance of a young man as a favor to a friend of the Assistant Director of the FBI, no one could have predicted how big the case would be.Book 3-Remembering the FarmThe third book in the Secrets in the Heartland series brings the reader back to answer some of their lingering questions. When two boys go missing in Springfield, Detective Kass Minor must move fast to try to bring them home safely. Working with a new partner who is no Mitch Leet, she has no idea what this investigation will reveal. Is Kelsey Learner still alive, or did she perish at the hands of the serial killers? Will learning the truth help Claire to move forward in her life?https://andreahecknerauthor.com/Support the show___https://livingthenextchapter.com/podcast produced by: https://truemediasolutions.ca/

Today we're joined by Jeff Circle from the Writer's Dossier. We'll talk about how he started the Dossier, writers who everyone should be reading, Bogart and Bacall and much more! Follow Jeff https://jeffcircle.com/the-dossier/ https://www.instagram.com/jeffcircle_books/ https://x.com/jeff_circle?mx=2 https://www.threads.net/@jeffcircle_books https://www.facebook.com/JeffCircleBooks/ Follow The Show! https://terrancelayhew.com/suitup/ https://www.instagram.com/suitup.podcast/

Discover why young adult thriller books are increasing in level of danger. Discover increased danger levels, reimagined classics, and shifting character dynamics. Uncover societal impacts and future trends.

Lori Roy is the author of six novels, including her upcoming novel, LAKE COUNTY (6/1/24). Her debut, BENT ROAD, was awarded the Edgar Allen Poe Award for Best First Novel by an American Author. She went on to receive the 2016 Edgar Allen Poe Award for Best Novel, making Lori the first woman to receive an Edgar Award for both Best First Novel and Best Novel, and she is the third person to have done so. Lori's critically acclaimed work has been named a New York Times Editors' Choice, twice named a New York Times Notable Crime Book, featured in People Magazine as Book of the Week and excerpted in Oprah Magazine. Her work has been widely reviewed and has been included on numerous Best Of lists and summer reading lists. Lori lives with her family in west-central Florida.You can learn more at: https://www.loriroy.com/ And for more about our host Lisa Kessler visit http://Lisa-Kessler.com Book Lights - shining a light on good books!

Kendra Elliot has sold twelve million books, hit the Wall Street Journal top ten bestseller list more than a dozen times, and is a three time winner of the Daphne du Maurier award. She is an International Thriller Writers' finalist and a Romantic Times finalist. She grew up in the lush Pacific Northwest but now spends most of her time on a warm beach wearing flip flops. You can learn more about her at: https://www.kendraelliot.com/ Melinda Leigh is a #1 Amazon Charts and #1 Wall Street Journal bestselling author and has sold over 14 million books. As a fully recovered banker and a life-long lover of books, she started writing as a way to preserve her sanity while raising her kids. Melinda's debut novel, SHE CAN RUN, was an International Thriller Award finalist. Since then, she has garnered numerous writing accolades, including two RITA® Award nominations and an induction into the NJ Romance Writers Hall of Fame.She lives near the beach with her family and two spoiled rescue dogs. With such a pleasant life, she has no explanation for the sometimes dark and disturbing nature of her imagination. Find out more at: www.melindaleigh.com And for more about our host Lisa Kessler visit http://Lisa-Kessler.com Book Lights - shining a light on good books!  

Kara Thomas is the author of the YA novels The Darkest Corners, Little Monsters, The Cheerleaders, That Weekend, and The Champions, as well as the adult novels Out of the Ashes and Lost to Dune Road. She lives on Long Island with her husband, son, and rescue cat, where she spends way too much time on Reddit Unresolved Mysteries trying to solve cold cases. For more information, visit www.kara-thomas.com And for more about our host Lisa Kessler visit http://Lisa-Kessler.com Book Lights - shining a light on good books!

To follow her dreams, Kathleen Griffith first had to blow up her life. She's an award-winning business strategist, entrepreneur, and the author of “Build Like a Woman: The Blueprint for Creating a Business and Life You Love.” From overcoming doubt to finding the courage to pursue your passion, Kathleen discusses the importance of taking the first step towards creating a meaningful life and gives actionable advice to that end. Plus, the Reese's Book Club pick for June is “The Unwedding” by Ally Condie. We'll have her on later this month, so send in your questions to hello@thebrightsidepodcast.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Discover the inspiring story of Ber Carroll in this captivating episode of Writes4Women. Join us as we trace her 20-year publishing journey, from the release of her debut novel to her latest work, ONE OF US IS MISSING. Gain invaluable insights into Ber's process of dealing with publishing highs and lows, her approach to creating compelling family drama, and the crucial role of rewriting. This episode is a treasure trove for aspiring writers and fans of Ber Carroll's novels, offering practical advice and deep dives into the realities of a writing career. Grab a cup of yur favourite brew or pop on your headphones and walking shoes, and enjoy this conversation with Ber Carroll   SHOW NOTES: Writes4Women www.writes4women.com Facebook @writes4women Twitter / Instagram @w4wpodcast   W4W Patreon https://www.writes4women.com/support-us-on-patreon   Ber Carroll Website: click here Instagram: click here Facebook: click here Buy One of Us is Missing here   Pamela Cook www.pamelacook.com.au Facebook: click here Twitter: click here  Instagram: click here   This episode produced by Pamela Cook for Writes4Women on unceded Dharawal country.            Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/writes4women?fan_landing=trueSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Amy Allen Clark, host of the Book Gang Podcast and the Book Gang Book Club, joins me and shares 5 non-thriller books she thinks thriller lovers would love!Books Amy RecommendsWe Are Watching Eliza BrightRust StardustThe WarehouseAll's WellOne's Company 

Michael Connelly is one of the most successful crime authors in the world with over 60m book sales. Having just released his new Harry Bosch thriller, he shares secrets about developing characters & writing book series – in the back of a London cab!

Join Spybrary Spy Book Podcast host Shane Whaley, author Paul Vidich and Spybrarian David Craggs as we unpack Paul Vidich's latest spy thriller 'Beirut Station: Two Lives of a Spy.' Beirut Station is a novel pulsating with emotional depth and geopolitical intrigue.   Set amidst the 2006 Hezbollah-Israeli conflict in Beirut, Lebanon, the story follows the precarious journey of a Lebanese-American protagonist entangled with the UN, CIA, and Mossad in a mission to eliminate a terrorist threat. Special guest Paul Vidich returns for a third appearance on Spybrary , offering listeners a rare glimpse into his creative process and the inspiration drawn from historical events and legendary spies like Kim Philby.  This episode brims with lively discussions on Vidich's adept portrayal of Annalise a robust female spy lead character who navigates the moral complexities of her clandestine world. We discuss the seamless blending of fact and fiction and Paul Vidich's layered approach to character development. Beirut Station reminding us once again that heroes and villains in spy novels, much like in real life, occupy grey areas of morality. Join us for this enthralling conversation and then connect with your fellow espionage aficionados in our online community to share your thoughts on Paul Vidich's Beirut Station. So what is Beirut Station By Paul Vidich all about, Shane? A stunning new espionage novel by a master of the genre, Beirut Station follows a young female CIA officer whose mission to assassinate a high-level, Hezbollah terrorist reveals a dark truth that puts her life at risk. Lebanon, 2006. The Israel-Hezbollah war is tearing Beirut apart: bombs are raining down, residents are scrambling to evacuate, and the country is on the brink of chaos. In the midst of this turmoil, the CIA and Mossad are targeting a reclusive Hezbollah terrorist, Najib Qassem. Najib is believed to be planning the assassination of Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, who is coming to Beirut in ten days to broker a cease-fire. The spy agencies are running out of time to eliminate the threat. They turn to a young Lebanese-American CIA agent. Analise comes up with the perfect plan: she has befriended Qassem's grandson as his English tutor, and will use this friendship to locate the terrorist and take him out. As the plan is put into action, though, Analise begins to suspect that Mossad has a motive of its own: exploiting the war's chaos to eliminate a generation of Lebanese political leaders. She alerts the agency but their response is for her to drop it. Analise is now the target and there is no one she can trust: not the CIA, not Mossad, and not the Lebanese government. And the one person she might have to trust—a reporter for the New York Times—might not be who he says he is… A tightly-wound international thriller, Beirut Station is Paul Vidich's best novel to date.  

Welcome back, book friends, to this week's Thursday episode! In this one, your hosts Yajaira and Cheli delve into a thriller, and their first Freida McFadden novel, titled, "Never Lie." In this book, newlyweds, Tricia and Ethan are stranded in the house that once belonged to a psychiatrist named Adrienne Hale- who went missing. Joing  the besties as they discuss whether or not they were intrigued by this thriller and if they expected that twist at the end! Support the showbecome our Patron ♡ https://www.patreon.com/BookFixbuy us a book ♡ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thebookfixBusiness Inquiries: thebookfixpodcast@gmail.comfollow us on Tiktok! ♡ https://www.tiktok.com/@thebookfix

Jennie Godfrey's debut novel, The List Of Suspicious Things is already tipped to be a huge runaway success, so we were delighted to sit down with Jennie ahead of its launch for this incredible interview.Discover the surprising way the idea behind the book was formed, learn about her career move from businesswoman to author and get an exclusive on her follow up book, already in the works!Want to receive limited edition copies of highly anticipated books like The List Of Suspicious Things? Find out more about our PREM1ER Book Club.

Join David Headley, the renowned Literary Agent and Managing Director at Goldsboro Books, on a literary voyage through the standout novels of 2023. David also unveils the must-read books that will define your reading list in 2024. Get ready for a journey into new voices, fresh perspectives, and untold adventures… Find out more about our Premier special edition book club to get future bestsellers and highly anticipated debut novels delivered to your door each month.

Ella D. Curry hosts the 15th Black Books Weekend Opening Ceremony Listen to the Black Books Weekend Opening Ceremony -  http://tobtr.com/12289058    Follow Our Black Books Weekend Events Black Books Weekend - Day 1:  Fiction, Poetry, Romance, Thriller Books - http://tobtr.com/12289060  Black Books Weekend - Day 2:  Business Discussions with Entrepreneurs & Creators - http://tobtr.com/12289061 Black Books Weekend - Day 3:  Non-fiction/Self-help/Motivational/Children's Books - http://tobtr.com/12289063 Black Books Weekend - Day 4:  Crown Holders Celebrity Spotlight and Giveaways -  http://tobtr.com/12289067 Black Books Weekend is an annual event that plays a pivotal role in the literary community. It brings together thousands of individuals from various walks of life. These participants dedicate their time and resources to presenting society with great books that have the potential to uplift and inspire our communities. Despite the abundance of outstanding literary projects and talented authors, many do not receive the attention and support they rightfully deserve. Black Books Weekend aims to address this gap in recognition and appreciation. The event serves as a platform for introducing amazing authors to readers, ensuring that deserving works get the spotlight they need to reach a wider audience. This initiative is more than just a celebration of books; it's a movement towards enriching our communities with diverse voices and stories. Black Books Weekend is committed to making a difference by highlighting the works of authors who bring valuable perspectives and narratives to the forefront of our society.

Ella D. Curry hosts the 15th Black Books Weekend Opening Ceremony Listen to the Black Books Weekend Opening Ceremony - http://tobtr.com/s/12289058   Follow Our Black Books Weekend Events Black Books Weekend - Day 1:  Fiction, Poetry, Romance, Thriller Books - http://tobtr.com/12289060 Black Books Weekend - Day 2:  Business Discussions with Entrepreneurs & Creators - http://tobtr.com/12289061 Black Books Weekend - Day 3:  Non-fiction/Self-help/Motivational/Children's Books - http://tobtr.com/12289063 Black Books Weekend - Day 4:  Crown Holders Celebrity Spotlight and Giveaways -  http://tobtr.com/12289067   Black Books Weekend is an annual event that plays a pivotal role in the literary community. It brings together thousands of individuals from various walks of life. These participants dedicate their time and resources to presenting society with great books that have the potential to uplift and inspire our communities. Despite the abundance of outstanding literary projects and talented authors, many do not receive the attention and support they rightfully deserve. Black Books Weekend aims to address this gap in recognition and appreciation. The event serves as a platform for introducing amazing authors to readers, ensuring that deserving works get the spotlight they need to reach a wider audience. This initiative is more than just a celebration of books; it's a movement towards enriching our communities with diverse voices and stories. Black Books Weekend is committed to making a difference by highlighting the works of authors who bring valuable perspectives and narratives to the forefront of our society.

Ella D. Curry hosts the 15th Black Books Weekend Opening Ceremony Listen to the Black Books Weekend Opening Ceremony - http://tobtr.com/s/12289058   Follow Our Black Books Weekend Events Black Books Weekend - Day 1:  Fiction, Poetry, Romance, Thriller Books - http://tobtr.com/12289060 Black Books Weekend - Day 2:  Business Discussions with Entrepreneurs & Creators - http://tobtr.com/12289061 Black Books Weekend - Day 3:  Non-fiction/Self-help/Motivational/Children's Books - http://tobtr.com/12289063 Black Books Weekend - Day 4:  Crown Holders Celebrity Spotlight and Giveaways -  http://tobtr.com/12289067   Black Books Weekend is an annual event that plays a pivotal role in the literary community. It brings together thousands of individuals from various walks of life. These participants dedicate their time and resources to presenting society with great books that have the potential to uplift and inspire our communities. Despite the abundance of outstanding literary projects and talented authors, many do not receive the attention and support they rightfully deserve. Black Books Weekend aims to address this gap in recognition and appreciation. The event serves as a platform for introducing amazing authors to readers, ensuring that deserving works get the spotlight they need to reach a wider audience. This initiative is more than just a celebration of books; it's a movement towards enriching our communities with diverse voices and stories. Black Books Weekend is committed to making a difference by highlighting the works of authors who bring valuable perspectives and narratives to the forefront of our society.

Ella D. Curry hosts the 15th Black Books Weekend Online Book Festival Listen to the Black Books Weekend Opening Ceremony - http://tobtr.com/s/12289058   Follow Our Black Books Weekend Events Black Books Weekend - Day 1:  Fiction, Poetry, Romance, Thriller Books - http://tobtr.com/12289060 Black Books Weekend - Day 2:  Business Discussions with Entrepreneurs & Creators - http://tobtr.com/12289061 Black Books Weekend - Day 3:  Non-fiction/Self-help/Motivational/Children's Books - http://tobtr.com/12289063 Black Books Weekend - Day 4:  Crown Holders Celebrity Spotlight and Giveaways -  http://tobtr.com/12289067    Black Books Weekend is an annual event that plays a pivotal role in the literary community. It brings together thousands of individuals from various walks of life. These participants dedicate their time and resources to presenting society with great books that have the potential to uplift and inspire our communities. Despite the abundance of outstanding literary projects and talented authors, many do not receive the attention and support they rightfully deserve. Black Books Weekend aims to address this gap in recognition and appreciation. The event serves as a platform for introducing amazing authors to readers, ensuring that deserving works get the spotlight they need to reach a wider audience. This initiative is more than just a celebration of books; it's a movement towards enriching our communities with diverse voices and stories. Black Books Weekend is committed to making a difference by highlighting the works of authors who bring valuable perspectives and narratives to the forefront of our society.    

 Joelle Wellington grew up in Brooklyn, New York, where her childhood was spent wandering the main branch of the Brooklyn Public Library. Her love of the written word led her to a B.A. in Creative Writing and International Studies. When she isn't writing, she's reading and when she's not doing that, she's attempting to bake bread with varying degrees of success or strengthening her encyclopedia-like pop culture knowledge.Today she is on the podcast to discuss her debut novel, Their Vicious Games, being a debut author, and her publishing journey. https://www.joellewellington.com/Support the show-Purchase We Are the Origin: https://amzn.to/3YEODQIPreorder We Are Dying Gods: https://shop.writteninmelanin.com/b/wadgphSupport the podcast: https://Patreon.com/WrittenInMelaninMelanin Library: https://MelaninLibrary.comMentoring Services: https://www.writteninmelanin.com/mentoring Editing & Formatting: https://www.writteninmelanin.com/services Music by Akia DaGreatRequest We Are the Origin and We Are Dying Gods at your local bookstore or library!

In this episode, Matt talks with Kashif Hussain from the blog "Best Thriller Books.” Kashif is a prolific reader in the spy genre and has written hundreds of reviews, including novels from all the famous authors you know and probably some you don't know yet. They have a light discussion about his perspective on different issues in the genre, including publishing trends, audience tastes, and artificial intelligence. Best Thriller Books main page: https://www.bestthrillerbooks.com/. Kashif's review page: https://www.bestthrillerbooks.com/kashif-hussain. Best Thriller Books on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BestThrillBooks. Support the podcast and get access to our new Patreon-only show, "Extra Shot." Go to the Secrets & Spies Patreon page and subscribe there to get access: www.patreon.com/SecretsAndSpies Find out more about Matt and his book “Active Measures”  https://mattfulton.net/ Check out Chris's short spy film “THE DRY CLEANER”,available on Apple TV & Amazon Prime. Watch the trailer here: https://youtu.be/j_KFTJenrz4 For more information about the podcast, check out our website: https://secretsandspiespodcast.com/  Support Secrets and Spies:    * Subscribe to our Youtube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDVB23lrHr3KFeXq4VU36dg * Become a “Friend of the podcast”  on Patreon for £3 www.patreon.com/SecretsAndSpies * You can buy merchandise from our shop: https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/60934996?asc=u Connect with us on social media.  BLUE SKY https://bsky.app/profile/secretsandspies.bsky.social FACEBOOK www.facebook.com/secretsandspies INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/secretsandspies/ SPOUTIBLE   https://spoutible.com/SecretsAndSpies TWITTER twitter.com/SecretsAndSpies

Edgar Award-winning novelist Erin Flanagan (Deer Season, Blackout) joins Daniel Ford to chat about her latest book Come With Me.  Caitlin Malcuit discusses the end of WGA's strike and what Hollywood writers won in negotiations. She also talks about the search tool from The Atlantic that archives "which authors have been used to train the machines," and what authors can do when their work is injected into AI.  Finally, a hearty congrats to all of our literary friends that made TIME magazine's "100 Best Mystery and Thriller Books of All Time." To learn more about Erin Flanagan, visit her official website. Writer's Bone is proudly sponsored by Libro.fm, As Told To: The Ghostwriting Podcast, and A Mighty Blaze podcast.

Join us for a captivating episode as we sit down with the extraordinary wordsmith, Anita Frank. In this engaging interview, David delves into the intriguing world of Anita's latest literary masterpiece, "The Good Liars," a tale with enigmatic characters where everyone is hiding something. Discover why readers are already raving about her story that skilfully keeps them on the edge of their seats until the final page. Explore the essence of Anita's unique writing style as she shares her inspirations and creative process. From her debut steps in storytelling at the tender age of 6 to becoming a luminous figure in the literary realm, Anita's journey as a masterful writer unfolds in our conversation.

You don't wanna miss the newest episode of Between the Reads! I sit down with J.R. Mason to unravel the story behind the spine-chilling world of Stolen Pieces. And we also discuss other thangs like how she's gonna bury her momma and her search for a soul mate. Don't miss it!***Learn more about J.R. Mason at https://www.jrenecreative.com/books***Please support this independent podcast. Every little bit helps me continue to bring you new and exciting content. By supporting BTR, you'll be helping me continue to amplify and celebrate Black voices. Here are three easy ways to support the show:Please support this independent podcast. Every little bit helps me continue to bring you new and exciting content. By supporting BTR, you'll be helping me continue to amplify and celebrate Black voices. Here are three easy ways to support the show: A one-time donation at https://ko-fi.com/betweenthereadspodcast A recurring monthly donation at https://www.patreon.com/betweenthereads. Purchase Between the Reads swag at https://www.betweenthereads.com/store/

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ PURSUIT OF DEMONS by D.J. MaughanNarrated by Kirby Heyborne

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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ PURSUIT OF DEMONS by D.J. MaughanNarrated by Kirby Heyborne

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ PURSUIT OF DEMONS by D.J. MaughanNarrated by Kirby Heyborne

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ PURSUIT OF DEMONS by D.J. MaughanNarrated by Kirby Heyborne

Now retired from his dental supply business, Peter Pontsa enjoyed sharing his knowledge through writing techno-clinical articles. He was also president of the College of Dental Technologists of Ontario, where he helped develop the quality assurance program. Now he combines his passions-British cars and writing. During his tenure as president of the Headwaters British Car Club, Pontsa wrote numerous stories about cars in its newsletter, "British Driven." He's currently a member of the Wordsmiths, a writing group based in Alliston, Ontario, and is also a member of the Crime Writers of Canada. Peter Pontsa lives in Loretto, Ontario, with his wife, Angela, and their orange tabby, Mr. Tee. You can find out more here: https://peterthomaspontsa.com/ And for more about our host Lisa Kessler visit http://Lisa-Kessler.com Book Lights - shining a light on good books!

It's Throwback Thursday, and in today's episode, I'm sharing the audio from four authors who shared their books at the inaugural Epigraph Literary Festival in April 2022.  These authors had books that have all the chills and thrills and lots of plot twists. So if you love reading mysteries, suspense, and thriller novels, stay tuned.Register to attend the Epigraph Literary Festival and join us from Thursday, April 27th through to Saturday, April 29th, 2023.  Early birds get first dibs on even swag when they register at epigraphlitfest.com.  See you there!The BiblioLifestyle 2023 Spring Reading Guide has twenty-one new books across seven categories. You'll also find some reading tips and fun things to do this season, along with some spring-themed recipes.  Get your free copy of the guide at springreadingguide.com and discover the season's best new books.SHOW NOTES & BOOKLIST: Find the episode show notes and a list of all the books mentioned here. MORE RESOURCES: Visit bibliolifestyle.com for more information and resources to help you in your reading journey.  

Could you do me a favour? How many times have you been asked this question? Bestselling writing duo, Nicci French, talk about their brilliant new book, which gives us all a stark warning about doing someone a favour...Plus, find out what inspires them to create their psychological thrillers and how they combine their creative styles to produce their award-winning formula. Be the first to get your hands on signed, rare and first edition books, sign up to our newsletter at Goldsboro Books.

Thriller author Rae Cairns joins host Pamela Cook to talk about the writing of her second novel Dying To Know. Regular listeners to the podcast will remember Rae as a Writes4Women Emerging Author from the early days of the podcast, and more recently as a guest host. Rae writes Crime with Heart – thrillers featuring everyday people facing extraordinary circumstances. Her debut novel The Good Mother was published by Harper Collins in 2022 and Dying To Know is receiving rave reviews from early readers. It's a standalone Sydney-based thriller and centres around a woman's determination to uncover what happened to her missing sister. In this chat Rae shares some of the amazing research that has gone into the book, the inspiration for her protagonist Geneva Leighton, her writing process and her entry into the world of traditional crime writing. So grab a cuppa, sit back and join Rae and Pam on the Writes4Women Convo Couch.   SHOW NOTES: Writes4Women www.writes4women.com Facebook @writes4women Twitter / Instagram @w4wpodcast   W4W Patreon https://www.writes4women.com/support-us-on-patreon   Rae Cairns Website: click here Facebook: click here Instagram: click here Buy Dying To Know here    Pamela Cook www.pamelacook.com.au Facebook: click here Twitter: click here  Instagram: click here Buy Pamela's books here   This episode produced by  Pamela Cook for Writes4Women on unceded Dharawal land.    Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/writes4women?fan_landing=trueSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, I chat with E.A. Aymar about his latest novel No Home For Killers, the D.C. Noir at the Bar series, and the Latino BIPOC thriller writing community.Anthony Award-nominated E.A. Aymar's most recent thriller, No Home for Killers, received praise from the New York Times, Kirkus, and the South Florida Sun-Sentinel. His previous thriller, They're Gone, was published to rave reviews in Publishers Weekly, Kirkus (starred), and named one of the best books of 2020 by the South Florida Sun Sentinel. He is a former member of the national board of the International Thriller Writers and is an active member of Crime Writers of Color and Sisters in Crime. Ed Aymar was born in Panama and now lives in the D.C. area, where he runs the D.C. Noir at the Bar series, and his column, “Decisions and Revisions,” appears monthly in the Washington Independent Review of Books. E.A.AymarNo Home For Killers, E. A. AymarThe Last Policeman, Ben H. WintersMore Than You'll Ever Know, Katie GuitierrezSupport the showThe Bookshop PodcastMandy Jackson-BeverlySocial Media Links

How I'll Kill You by Ren DeStefano is a serial killer thriller about identical triplets who seduce their marks before killing them, but when one sister falls in love, she has to decide where her loyalties lie.Today on the couch, I'm pleased to welcome author Ren DeStefano.  First, we talk about her new book, How I'll Kill You.  Lauren also gives us reading tips, and we get lots of books, bookstores, and true crime podcast recommendations, plus lots more.The BiblioLifestyle 2023 Spring Reading Guide has twenty-one new books across seven categories.  You'll also find some reading tips, fun things to do this season, and spring-themed recipes.  Get your free copy of the guide at springreadingguide.com and discover the season's best new books.BOOK: How I'll Kill You by Ren DeStefano from Amazon or Bookshop.SHOW NOTES & BOOKLIST: Find the episode show notes and a list of all the books mentioned here.MORE RESOURCES: Visit bibliolifestyle.com for more information and resources to help you in your reading journey.

Today's guest is Chelsea and Olivia from the Thrillers by the Bookclub Podcast. In this episode, you must add ten thriller book recommendations to your TBR. We have a mix of backlist, books about cults, unputdownable thrillers. In this episode, we chat about the following:How did the Thrillers by the Bookclub Podcast get started?What to expect from each episode of Thrillers by the Bookclub Podcast?Olivia is an author, and in this episode, she shares how she came up with her pen name.Our reading journey from childhood books and what we gravitate nowIf you are new to the thriller genre, this episode is for you as we introduce you to books at different levels of trigger warnings, gore, suspense, etc.SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comCheck out our YouTube Channel;https://www.whattoreadnextblog.com/youtubeMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/sunnyLicense code: 0RDRBKGH6NGQCAXR

In The Girls Who Disappeared, we meet Jenna Halliday, a journalist whose life is threatened when she investigates the truth about a mysterious car crash that happened twenty years earlier.Today on the couch, I'm pleased to welcome author, Claire Douglas.  First, we talk about her latest novel, In The Girls Who Disappeared, then we get into her writing and reading life.  Claire also gives us book and bookstore recommendations, and we're holding her accountable so she will listen to an audiobook in 2023, plus lots more.BOOK: The Girls Who Disappeared by Claire Douglas from Amazon or Bookshop. SHOW NOTES & BOOKLIST: Find the episode show notes and a list of all the books mentioned here. MORE RESOURCES: Visit bibliolifestyle.com for more information and resources to help you in your reading journey.  

Welcome to this new release feature author episode which also has a good dose of the heart of writing. Guest host Mary-Lou Stephens, chats to debut thriller author Jo Dixon about her new release The House of Now and Then. Over ten years ago, Jo moved from suburban Brisbane to rural Tasmania. Since then, she's been wrangling an ever-growing collection of animals, bringing up two sons, and attempting to transform blackberry-infested paddocks into beautiful gardens. Now, she also writes full-time, creating twisty, suspenseful stories that feature flawed characters who've made mistakes, but who turn out to be stronger than they think. Jo has been a dental assistant, an event co-ordinator, a travel agent, and has run an online shop-never really believing her passion for writing could lead to anything. In 2015, while living in Bangkok with her husband and kids, she completed an MA in writing-realising along the way that she had to stop procrastinating and just write (and finish) at least one book. So with the mantra 'if not now, when?' stuck to her computer, she did. The House of Now and Then is her debut novel. She is now working on her second book. Jo writes stories full of imperfect characters dealing with unsettling situations, and making fatal mistakes. There is intrigue and mystery, the moodiness and underlying threat of the wild environment, and provocative twists and turns. Mary-Lou Stephens was is a born and bred Tasmanian. Previously an actor, singer and radio host, she received great reviews for her memoir Sex, Drugs and Meditation (Pan Macmillan, 2013), the true story of how meditation changed her life, saved her job and helped her find a husband. Her debut novel, The Last of the Apple Blossom, was published by HarperCollins (Harlequin HQ) in 2021. Her next novel will be released in February 2024. Mary-Lou has worked and played all over Australia and now she's slow travelling around the world with her husband and a sense of adventure. Grab a cuppa and join Mary-Lou and Jo on the Writes4Women Convo Couch SHOW NOTES: Writes4Women www.writes4women.com Facebook @writes4women Twitter / Instagram @w4wpodcast   W4W Patreon https://www.writes4women.com/support-us-on-patreon   Jo Dixon Website: click  here Instagram: click here Buy The House of Now and Then here   Mary Lou Stephens Website: click here Instagram: click here Facebook: click here Twitter:  click here   Pamela Cook www.pamelacook.com.au Facebook: click here Twitter: click here  Instagram: click here   This episode produced by  Pamela Cook for Writes4Women.  Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/writes4women?fan_landing=trueSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guy Morris, Author of Intelligent Action Thriller Books Guymorrisbooks.com

Rebecca Kelley is a fiction writer from Portland, Oregon. Her first novel, Broken Homes & Gardens, was published in 2015. She also coauthored The Eco-nomical Baby Guide with Joy Hatch. When Rebecca isn't writing, she is conducting elaborate baking experiments, designing book covers, and keeping up her thousand-plus-day streak in Duolingo. You can find out more here: https://rebeccakelleywrites.com/ And for more about our host Lisa Kessler visit http://Lisa-Kessler.com Book Lights - shining a light on good books!

This episode will go through 8 potential senate races that can revivor the Republican majority on the senate. George the Liar Santos get 2 committee assignments. Russia is planning a major attack on Ukraine with the help of Belarus. New York City Mayor Eric Adams will have 4 clinics offer free abortion pills to all boroughs except Staten Island. This will also into some detail of ChatGPT and its impact. One Puerto Rican Company doing something scientific to protect its beaches. Finally, this episode includes the interview with Guy Morris who writes books that contain great amount of intellectual thriller and talk about the Prophecy, AI, Politics and more.A. Primary Politics-Timestamp: 8:56https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/3812648-the-eight-senate-seats-most-likely-to-flip-in-2024/https://thehill.com/homenews/house/3816976-george-santos-gets-two-committee-assignments/https://thehill.com/policy/defense/3818361-russia-is-planning-a-major-offensive-heres-what-that-might-look-like/https://thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/3816916-new-york-will-offer-free-abortion-pills-at-city-run-health-clinics/B. Mid game-Timestamp: 24:37https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ChatGPThttps://thehill.com/policy/cybersecurity/overnights/3818578-hillicon-valley-chatgpt-poses-challenges-for-schools/https://thehill.com/changing-america/3534385-this-puerto-rican-software-company-is-using-satellite-data-to-save-the-beaches/C. Weird Topic Finale (WTF)-Timestamp: 38:10Guy Morris's Linkhttps://www.guymorrisbooks.com/https://www.facebook.com/OfficialGuyMorrisBookshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/guybmorris/https://www.instagram.com/authorguymorris/https://twitter.com/guymorrisbookshttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGi3JinUp6w24dJmDVq3ZKg Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Furies is a story of a girl trying to fit in but ends up getting entangled in witchcraft and murder at a private British all-girls school.  It's Throwback Thursday, and in today's episode, I'm sharing an interview I had with author Katie Lowe to talk about her debut novel, The Furies.  When I revisited my reading journal, I saw the works: dark, thrilling, atmospheric, and coming-of-age story.  This interview was originally recorded in September 2019.  Order a copy of The Furies from Amazon or Bookshop.  Visit bibliolifestyle.com for more information and resources to help you in your reading journey.   

Get ready to be sickened by my praise.My guest this week is Philip Fracassi. Last year his historical horror, The Boys in the Valley got the Stephen King endorsement. He's already following up with A Child Alone With Strangers - his second novel (or is it his first, or his third – as you'll hear it's complicated).This book is an all-timer. It blends the relaxed, character driven storytelling of the best 80s horror, with a contemporary cross-genre style that keeps you shocked …  and shook. I tell you now, this book will take your heart, put it in a velvet box – and then stamp on that box until it's mush.We talk about a lot of things in this 70-minute conversation. Writing believable children, creating great villains, and conceiving original monsters and true otherness. We explore insectile horror, empathy overloads and setcking to your guns on word-length.This is my last author-interview of the year and I couldn't have hoped for a better book to discuss.Enjoy! A Child Alone With Strangers was released on October 25th by Talos Press Other books mentioned in this episode include:The Boys in the Valley (2021), by Philip FracassiGothic (2023), by Philip FracassiThe Stand (1990), by Stephen KingThe Magus (1965/1977), by John FowlesLet it Come Down (1952), by Paul BowlesThe Delicate Prey and Other Stories (1950), by Paul BowlesSupport Talking Scared on Patreon Come talk books on Twitter @talkscaredpod, on Instagram, or email direct to talkingscaredpod@gmail.com Support the show

Melissa Yi could slice your throat and sew it back up again. Legally. Because she's an emergency doctor. In her spare minutes, Melissa writes thrillers about Dr. Hope Sze, a resident doctor bone-deep in murder which have been finalists for the Killer Nashville Silver Falchion Award for Best Thriller and the Crime Writers of Canada Award of Excellence. In The Shapes of Wrath, which debuts February 1, 2023, Hope confronts a killer surgeon—and a ghost—in the operating room. Under the name Melissa Yuan-Innes, Melissa writes award-winning speculative fiction and non-fiction. Sometimes, she sleeps. Find out more on her website:  www.myi.ninja And for more about our host Lisa Kessler visit http://Lisa-Kessler.com Book Lights - shining a light on good books!

It was Thomas Wolfe who wrote “you can never go home again.” Huh, what did he know? (yes, I understand the metaphor – move on!)This week's guest proves that whilst you can go home, you may not want to. Erin E. Adams is an actor, playwright and now the debut author of JACKAL, a novel of homecomings horrid and awful. Each year, in the small Pennsylvania town of Johnstown, a young Black girl goes missing, taken by whatever lurks in the woods surrounding the town. Helluva premise!!Erin takes us on a tour of Johnstown, both the real and the sorta fictional version. We talk about justification and paranoia, about anger as a superpower and the notion that horror is a genre for white people. She explores the epochal moments from her town's history and goes deep on her feelings about Black horror's handling of trauma. Then we compare our memories of small-town adolescence – finding that some sh*t is the same all around the world. Enjoy!Jackal was released on October 4th by Bantam.Other books mentioned in this episode include:How to Recognize a Demon has Become Your Friend (2011), by Linda AddisonCome With Me (2021), by Ronald Malfi – episode 49 Support Talking Scared on PatreonCome talk books on Twitter @talkscaredpod, on Instagram, or email direct to talkingscaredpod@gmail.com Support the show

Lisa Kessler's love for all things paranormal is showcased in over forty best-selling paranormal romance novels and thrillers. Her fiction books have been translated into French and are also available in audiobook formats. She's a two-time San Diego Book Award winner for Best Published Fantasy-Sci-fi-Horror and Best Published Romance, and her books have also won the PRISM award, the Award of Excellence and Romance Through the Ages Award for Best Paranormal, and the Award of Merit from the Holt Medallion. Her vampire short story, Immortal Beloved was a finalist for a Bram Stoker award. Now she's writing her first non-fiction book, Practical Tarot, and publishing her first tarot deck through Kickstarter! You can learn more and back the project here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/lisakessler/practical-tarot You can check out tarot readings and mentoring here: metaphysicalmanifesting.net/ And for more about her fiction check out her website: http://authorlisakessler.com And for more about our Guest Host Sheila English, check out her website here: https://sheilaenglish.com/

Peter James is a UK No.1 bestselling author, best known for his Detective Superintendent Roy Grace series, now a hit ITV drama starring John Simm as the troubled Brighton copper. Much loved by crime and thriller fans for his fast-paced page-turners full of unexpected plot twists, sinister characters, and accurate portrayal of modern day policing, he has won over 40 awards for his work including the WHSmith Best Crime Author of All Time Award and Crime Writers' Association Diamond Dagger. To date, Peter has sold over 21 million copies worldwide and been translated into 38 languages. His books have also been adapted for the stage - the most recent being Looking Good Dead. Visit Peter James www.peterjames.com And for more about our host Lisa Kessler visit http://Lisa-Kessler.com Book Lights - shining a light on good books!

Amina Akhtar is a former fashion writer and editor. Her satirical first novel, #FashionVictim, drew rave reviews and acclaim and was covered in the Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Martha Stewart Living, Entertainment Weekly, Fashionista, Book Riot, CrimeReads, and more. Akhtar's new book Kismet takes on the world of wellness and all the crystals that go with it. This #OwnVoices novel is set in Sedona, Arizona, where nature is just as much a character as anyone else.  Akhtar has worked at Vogue, Elle, the New York Times, and New York Magazine, where she was the founding editor of the women's blog The Cut. She's written for numerous publications, including Yahoo Style, Fashionista, xoJane, Refinery29, Billboard, and more. She currently lives not too far from the Sedona vortexes. Kismet is her second novel. You can learn more at her website: https://www.aminaakhtar.work/  And for more about our host Lisa Kessler visit http://Lisa-Kessler.com Book Lights - shining a light on good books!

Today we have a very special episode for all of you. British Police Sergeant Ralph Kern Interviews American Law Enforcement Officers Adam Richardson And Patrick O'Donnell!As mentioned, on today's show, we have two of the most esteemed guests this show has ever had. We're going to chat with Patrick O'Donnell and B Adam Richardson, the founder of the Cops and Writers Facebook group, along with the books of the same name, and B Adam Richardson, creator of the Writer's detective School and The Writers Detective Bureau Podcast and Facebook group.These are the go-to resources that anyone who wants to write a cop thriller should use. Even those of us who are cops trying our hand at writing should view them as an invaluable resource for articulating our real-world experiences to the page. For those who are a little confused about the role reversal here, when chatting during and after my own show, I realized how fascinating a career and life Patrick and Adam have had and how many questions I had for them. And I can't be the only one in the group who feels like that. It would, pun slightly intended, be a crime not to get that out there for you Cops and Writers. First, can I just express the writing community's thanks for the sheer amount of time and effort you gentlemen put in? The work you do is simply amazing.On today's show we discuss:Who are Patrick and Adam?Tell us about your upbringing. When did that first spark an interest in the Police? Why?What was the application and assessment process?What was the training school like?What was day one on the job like?What was the on-the-job training you received?First ‘sporty' incident?How do your forces work in terms of structure/departments? Response, Detectives, Support, Forensics, etc?Your own career path?Most enjoyable period of your career?An experience that illustrates the real-life harshness of being a cop?Bringing it back telling us an amusing story from your career?What equipment are you equipped with?Ranks and responsibilities?How did you get into writing?What do you get out of it?About your books?About your characters?Realistic books / TV shows / Films which people can use as resources?Tropes that are unrepresentative or you simply dislike.You support writers both aspiring and veterans. What made you go down that line?Discussion on mental health within the Police. Thank you so much for everything you two do.Check out Ralph Kern's website!Visit Adam Richardson over at the Writers Detective Bureau website! Enjoy the Cops and Writer's book series.Please visit the Cops and Writers website.If you have a question for the sarge, hit him up at his email.Join the fun at the Cops and Writers Facebook groupConsider buying me a coffee :-)Support the show

Authors Lindsey Pogue and Lindsey Sparks discuss The Shining Girls by Lauren Beukes and the adaptation of the book into the show Shining Girls on Apple TV.WARNING: This episode contains ALL the spoilers about The Shining Girls (the book) and Shining Girls (the show).BOOK RECS!A Throne of Ruin by K.F. BreeneBy a Thread by Lucy ScoreOTHER LINKS:Lindsey Sparks' spicy stories Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/lindseysparksCURRENT FREEBIES (at the time of episode airing):The Darkest Winter by Lindsey PogueAfter The Ending by Lindsey Sparks & Lindsey Pogue--Join the No Shelf Control Podcast Facebook Group:www.facebook.com/groups/noshelfcontrolpodcastSupport us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/noshelfcontrolLindsey Pogue's website:https://www.lindseypogue.com/Lindsey Sparks' website:https://www.authorlindseysparks.com/Support the show

Mark is an award-winning author, social justice advocate, and retired attorney.  He is best known for writing the Zachary Blake Betrayal books. As an attorney, he spent his career trying cases for social justice. Now in retirement, he culled knowledge from those cases and from other social justice issues, and put pen to paper in developing his books.  His self-published, 'Betrayal' books, are a series of legal thriller novels. His sixth book in the series, 'Supreme Betrayal' is loosely based on the hearing and appointment of Brent Kavanaugh to the U.S. Supreme Court. As a trial attorney, Bello said he witnessed convictions of innocent men who lacked the resources for a strong defense litigator.Zachary Blake, the main protagonist in his books, is based on his own experiences growing up Jewish, and practicing law in and around Detroit.  Mark said he created Blake as a young man who was inspired to become a lawyer and pursue justice after listening to his grandfather's survival stories from Auschwitz, chronicled in Bello's novella, L'Dor va Dor (2020).I'm so glad Mark stopped by A Juicy Pear Podcast, to talk about his fascinating experiences, and remarkable life. Learn more about Mark on his website: Mark M.BelloIf your feeling lead, you can Buy Me A Coffee on http://www.ajuicypearpodcast.comSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ajuicypear)

Elle Marr is the #1 Amazon Charts bestselling author of The Missing Sister and Lies We Bury. She graduated from UC San Diego before moving to France, where she earned a master's degree from the Sorbonne University in Paris. Originally from Sacramento, Elle now lives in Oregon with her husband, son, and one very demanding feline. You can find out more here: https://ellemarr.com/ And for more about our host Lisa Kessler visit http://Lisa-Kessler.com Book Lights - shining a light on good books!

Erica Ferencik considers her MA in Creative Writing from Boston University just the beginning of her literary education. Her thirty-five years of writing—novels, short stories, essays, ghostwriting, ten years of standup and sketch comedy, as well as dozens of screenplays, and a brief filmmaking stint—was her boots-on-the-ground training. Her work has appeared in Salon and the Boston Globe, as well as on National Public Radio.  She says, “I was raised in the wilds of upstate New York during the era when—rightly or wrongly —you could take off after school to explore and no one worried, as long as you were home by dark. Now, I live in MetroWest Boston with my very tolerant husband and frankly enormous Maine Coon cat. I am in love with my family and friends, the startling beauty of the natural world, and the wonders that lay half hidden in everyday life.  Find out more on her website EricaFerencik.com and follow her on Twitter @EricaFerencik And for more about our host Lisa Kessler visit http://Lisa-Kessler.com Book Lights - shining a light on good books!  

Joanna Vander Vlugt is an author and illustrator. Her motorcycle illustrations have been purchased world-wide and her Woman Empowered motorcycle art series has been featured in on-line art and motorcycle magazines. In 2006 her short mysteries Egyptian Queen and The Parrot and Wild Mushroom Stuffing were published in the Crime Writers of Canada mystery anthologies. Her personal essay, No Beatles Reunion was published in the Dropped Threads 3: Beyond the Small Circle anthology. The Unravelling, her debut thriller novel, was a Canadian Book Club Awards finalist. The sequel, Dealer's Child, is set for release August/September 2021. She is proud of her podcast JCVArtStudio - From the Dressing Room and being able to promote authors and artists. You can learn more at: https://www.jcvartstudio.net/ And for more about our host Lisa Kessler visit http://Lisa-Kessler.com Book Lights - shining a light on good books!

Today's show takes us to Waukesha Wisconsin, which is about 30 miles west of Milwaukee.Why, because that is where I live. Today's show is going to be a special Year In Review Cops and Writers Podcast. We say goodbye to 2021 and hello to 2022. I will also give you, my dear listeners a peek into my private life.In today's episode I will discuss:·      Some basic information about myself.·      Why I'm doing this show and the importance of looking back and moving forward.·      How the Tim Ferriss Show Podcast #559 “Forget New Year's Resolutions and Conduct a ‘Past Year Review' instead episode pushed me into making some changes in my personal/professional life. ·      Why I started the Podcast in 2021 and didn't publish any books that year. ·      Why I will scale down my consulting business, not give it up. ·      My experience at the 20books to 50k indie book conference this year.·      Me dipping my toes in the fiction world again by writing a crime thriller this year. All of this and more on today's episode of the Cops and Writers podcast.Enjoy the Cops and Writers book series.Please visit the Cops and Writers website.If you have a question for the sarge, hit him up at his email.Come join the fun at the Cops and Writers Facebook groupSupport the show (https://patreon.com/copsandwriters)

Tom Young joined The Protectors Podcast™ to discuss his upcoming book RED BURNING SKY, his time flying in combat zones, researching WW2 combat flying missions for his book, and a lot more!  Tune in ALL major podcast platforms, YouTube, Amazon Fire TV, and ROKU. About: Tom Young served in Afghanistan and Iraq with the Air National Guard.  He has also flown combat missions to Bosnia and Kosovo, and additional missions to Latin America, the horn of Africa, and the Far East.  In all, Young logged nearly 5,000 hours as a flight engineer on the C-5 Galaxy and the C-130 Hercules, while flying to almost forty countries.  Military honors include the Meritorious Service Medal, three Air Medals, three Aerial Achievement Medals, and the Air Force Combat Action Medal. Young retired from the Air Guard in 2013 after more than twenty years of service. In civilian life he spent ten years as a writer and editor with the broadcast division of the Associated Press, and currently he works as an airline pilot based at Reagan National Airport near Washington, D.C.  https://tomyoungbooks.com/#newbook #newpodcast #ww2book #combatpilot #theprotectorspodcast #theprotectors Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/theprotectors)

This episode we're talking about Thrillers! We discuss what makes a thriller thrilling, characters running around, helicopters, cozy thrillers, non-thrilling thrillers, and more! You can download the podcast directly, find it on Libsyn, or get it through Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Spotify, or your favourite podcast delivery system. In this episode Anna Ferri | Meghan Whyte | Matthew Murray | RJ Edwards Things We Read (or tried to…) The Red Eagles by David Downing The Woman in the Purple Skirt by Natsuko Imamura, translated by Lucy North Dark Matter by Blake Crouch  The Blinds by Adam Sternbergh While Justice Sleeps by Stacey Abrams The Rook by Daniel O'Malley Rabbits by Terry Miles Leave the World Behind by Rumaan Alam Books Meghan read and didn't talk about In the Company of Killers by Bryan Christy Contagion by Robin Cook Five Total Strangers by Natalie D. Richards Flowers of Darkness by Tatiana de Rosnay Pandemic by Robin Cook Vortex by Catherine Coulter Other Media We Mentioned Michael Jackson - Thriller (YouTube) The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson, translated by Reg Keeland Airframe by Michael Crichton Museum, vol. 1 by Ryosuke Tomoe The 13th Warrior by Michael Crichton (originally titled Eaters of the Dead) The 13th Warrior (movie) (Wikipedia) Jack Reacher Series by Lee Child The Shining by Stephen King Paperbacks from Hell: The Twisted History of '70s and '80s Horror Fiction by Grady Hendrix and Will Errickson Night of the Crabs by Guy N. Smith Strangers on a Train by Patricia Highsmith Animal Crossing: New Horizons (Wikipedia) Links, Articles, and Things Are Thrillers All the Same? | #BookBreak (YouTube) Episode 078 - Supernatural Thrillers Episode 065 - Political Thrillers Episode 033 - Legal Thrillers Episode 004 - Psychological Thrillers Writing 101: What Is the Thriller Genre? Definitions and Examples of Thriller in Literature Chekhov's gun (Wikipedia) Crucibles Matthew was mixing up The Crucible (the play about the Salem witch trials), with crucifixes and câlice (chalice) a Quebecois swear word Liberty Hardy at Book Riot Redshirt (stock character) (Wikipedia) Episode 134 - Piranesi by Susanna Clarke 20 Thriller Books by BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, & People of Colour) Authors Every month Book Club for Masochists: A Readers' Advisory Podcasts chooses a genre at random and we read and discuss books from that genre. We also put together book lists for each episode/genre that feature works by BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, & People of Colour) authors. All of the lists can be found here. The Secret History of Las Vegas by Chris Abani Her Name Is Knight by Yasmin Angoe When No One is Watching by Alyssa Cole Bone Black by Carol Rose GoldenEagle They All Fall Down by Rachel Howzell Hall The Other Black Girl by Zakiya Dalila Harris IQ by Joe Ide My Heart Is a Chainsaw by Stephen Graham Jones No Going Back by Sheena Kamal Lightseekers by Femi Kayode The Plotters by Kim Un-su, translated by Sora Kim-Russell Black Water Rising by Attica Locke Out by Natsuo Kirino, translated by Stephen Snyder A Burning by Megha Majumdar The Hatak Witches by Devon Mihesuah Velvet Was the Night by Silvia Moreno-Garcia Down the River Unto the Sea by Walter Mosley The Hole by Pyun Hye-Young, translated by Sora Kim-Russell Girl Gone Missing by Marcie R. Rendon The Secret Talker by Geling Yan Give us feedback! Fill out the form to ask for a recommendation or suggest a genre or title for us to read! Check out our Tumblr, follow us on Twitter or Instagram, join our Facebook Group, or send us an email! Join us again on Tuesday, December 21st when we'll be talking about our favourite books of 2021! Then on Tuesday, January 4th we'll be discussing the genre of Architecture!

Psychological thriller author Sara Foster's new book The Hush is a near-future thriller which has been described as 'smart and considered, the book I wish I had written' by best selling crime author Dervla McTiernan. It's an unflinching look at a society close to tipping point. A story for our times and one that is very reminiscent of what we're actually living throughout at the moment in this pandemic. The Hush highlights the power of female friendships - something Sara is passionate about - through a dynamic group of women, determined to triumph against the odds. And it's the result of five years of research into dystopian fiction which will soon earn Sara her PhD. Grab a cuppa and join Sara and Pam on The Convo Couch as they chat about The Hush and what's at the heart of Sara's writing.   SHOW NOTES: Writes4Women www.writes4women.com Facebook @writes4women Twitter / Instagram @w4wpodcast   W4W Patreon https://www.writes4women.com/support-us-on-patreon   Sara Foster Website: click here Instagram: click here Twitter: click here Buy The Hush here The Book of the Unnamed Midwife by Meg Elison buy here     Pamela Cook www.pamelacook.com.au Facebook: click here Twitter: click here  Instagram: click here   This episode produced by  Pamela Cook for Writes4Women.           Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/writes4women?fan_landing=true See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mary Kubica joins the podcast to talk about her writing process and her latest domestic thriller, Local Woman Missing. Her journey from writing in secret to a successful award-winning suspense writer is the story you need to hear if you have been entertaining a writing dream of your own. We have a shared love for true crime and talk about the real-life cases that have influenced her work. I may be one of Mary's biggest fans, and her newest edge-of-your-seat page-turner is just what you need to get you out of a reading slump. Mary is bringing 3 of her favorite under-the-radar thrillers to today's episode, and I think they will surprise you as much as me. I'm also sharing a few of my favorite psychological thrillers that deliver on those unreliable narrators and murder mystery plots that kept me up until the wee hours of the night. So, if thriller writing is something you have been entertaining, I hope today's episode offers the inspiration you need to kick start your writing career.Mentioned in this episode:MomAdvice Free Online Book ClubJoin the Patreon Community For the Bonus ContentGood Girl by Mary KubicaPretty Baby by Mary KubicaEvery Last Lie by Mary KubicaWhen the Lights Go Out by Mary KubicaThe Other Mrs. by Mary KubicaLocal Woman Missing by Mary KubicaMary's Interview on momadvice.comWhere I Lost Her by T GreenwoodRust & Stardust by T GreenwoodBodies of Water by T GreenwoodThe Night Olivia Fell by Christina McDonaldDo No Harm by Christina McDonaldThis is How I Lied by Heather GudenkaufLittle Secrets by Jennifer HillierJar of Hearts by Jennifer HillierDon't Believe It by Charlie DonleaThe Night Swim by Megan GoldinConnect With Me:Amy is @momadvice on InstagramMomAdvice.com

This week we're chatting to Steve Cavanagh. He's won the CWA Gold Dagger Award, the Theakston Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year, has published many Sunday Times Top 10 Bestsellers, and his new book has just been named as one of the Best Crime and Thriller Books of the Year by Waterstones.It's called 'The Devil's Advocate', and is the newest Eddie Flynn book. Telling the story of Andy Dubois, sent up for a killing Alabama, and the lawyer who tries to get him free. He talks about the jaw-dropping statistic which gave him the idea for the book. We discuss his ideal writing day and why he's not quite managed it yet, also how he's always trying to learn and grow, why he's tried to be a plotter but always returns to his pantsing routes, and what makes crime authors different from each other.Support the show at patreon.com/writersroutine.@writerspodwritersroutine.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome to Hallowe'en '21. If ever a year required us to find the fun in all things grim, dark and depressing then this is the absolute best year since last year. Appropriately for the lead-in to Spooky Season, our guest this week wrote a book all about fear as an attraction. James Han Mattson is the author of Reprieve – a mouthwatering prospect of a novel set in an extreme, full-contact, haunted house escape room. What could go wrong, right?Well, as you'll hear, James' novel is less interested in fake blood and rubber axes than it is in the very real damage caused by prejudice and discrimination. That's what Reprieve has been likened, in yawn-inducing fashion, to Get Out. In fact, it's something much more interesting than just another social horror satire. James and I talk about a whole lot of heavy stuff, from racial fetishization to the psychology behind liking to be afraid. Meanwhile, I repeatedly seize the chance to put my foot in my mouth with some untypically (according to you guys) dumb questions.Happy October. The fun starts here.Enjoy!Reprieve was published October 5th by William Morrow in North American and Bloomsbury in the UK.Support the show on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/TalkingScaredPodCome talk books on Twitter @talkscaredpod, on Instagram, or email direct to talkingscaredpod@gmail.com.Download Novellic on Google Play or Apple Store.

Oh eck! This week I get very northern and my working class roots come to the fore.It's all my guest's fault. Tina Baker, the author of Call Me Mummy, is an infectious presence. My typical transatlantic restraint falls away and I follow Tina down endless rabbit-holes – her time as a TV presenter, her childhood mishaps, her cats!Thankfully, her book is fantastic, and gives us something to focus on at least a little.Call Me Mummy is a dark psychological tale of stolen children, toxic media, mental illness and class warfare. That's a lot to fit into one book but, as you'll hear, I think Tina pulls it off with aplomb, and delightful black humour. A warning, this episode does feature discussion of infertility and miscarriage. Tina, of course, delivers her own personal experiences with typical good humour, but it is worth mentioning. We also talk about ideals of parenthood, social media trolls, alcoholism, welsh nuns, babies with horns, and the particular British disdain for the middle classEnjoy!Call Me Mummy was published in paperback on 2nd September by ViperOther books mentioned in this episode include:The Last House on Needless Street (2021), by Catriona WardShuggie Bain (2020), by Douglas StuartSupport the show on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/TalkingScaredPodCome talk books on Twitter @talkscaredpod, on Instagram, or email direct to talkingscaredpod@gmail.com.Download Novellic on Google Play or Apple Store.

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Kristina Rienzi is a Jersey Shore-based new adult thriller author, certified professional coach, and the former president of Sisters in Crime-Central Jersey. An INFJ who dreams beyond big, Kristina encourages others (and herself) to embrace the unknown through her stories. When she's not writing or drinking wine, Kristina is spoiling her baby girl, watching Lifetime and Hallmark, singing (and dancing) to Yacht Rock Radio, or rooting for the WVU Mountaineers. She believes in all things paranormal, a closet full of designer bags, the Law of Attraction, aliens, angels, and the value of a graduate degree in psychology. Her debut audiobook, Among Us was featured on Audible's ACX University and is an Audible Editors Select pick. Visit her online at KristinaRienzi.com Email:KristinaRienziAuthor@gmail.com and Kristina@KristinaRienzi.com Facebook Fan Page: www.facebook.com/KristinaRienziAuthor Twitter: www.twitter.com/KristinaRienzi YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/c/KristinaRienziAuthor Goodreads: www.goodreads.com/KristinaRienzi Newsletter sign-up form: https://kristinarienzi.com/signup/ Author photo link: http://kristinarienzi.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Kristina-Rienzi.jpg This episode sponsored by Creative Edge Publicity - http://www.creative-edge.services/ To learn more about your host, Kim Lengling. Visit www.kimlenglingauthor.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kim-lengling1/support

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Today's guest is Thriller Author Samantha Downing. In this interview, we chat about how reading Gone Girl led her to start writing thrillers. Her latest For Your Own Good is out and it is a thrilling ride that you should add to your TBR. In this interview, Samantha recommends the latest thrillers that you should add to your TBR.    BOOKS RECOMMENDED: For Your Own Good by Samantha Downing My Lovely Wife by Samantha Downing You Love Me by Caroline Kepnes  Local Women Missing by Mary Kubica Her Perfect Life by Hank Phillipi Ryan  The Stranger in the Mirror by Liv Constantine  CONNECT WITH SAMANTHA DOWNING Website  Instagram Facebook    SUPPORT THE WHAT TO READ NEXT PODCAST! If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts.  Or you can subscribe to the show on Spotify. Spread the love. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends   FROLIC PODCAST NETWORK  What to Read Next Podcast is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. You can find more outstanding podcasts to subscribe to at Frolic.media/podcasts!    CONNECT WITH LAURA YAMIN  WhattoReadNextBlog.com

In this special bonus episode, I interview Riley Sager about his latest book, Survive the Night, which is out now!Sign up for the Picked by Moby Fict book club: mobyfict.com/bookclub CONNECT WITH US:Robby (IG: @moby.fict, online: mobyfict.com, email: robby@mobyfict.com)Riley Sager (IG: @riley.sager, web: rileysagerbooks.com) SPONSOR:This episode was sponsored by libro.fm. Listeners of the Moby Fict Podcast can get two audiobooks for the price of one with their first month of membership. Go to libro.fm and enter code MOBY

In this week's episode from the BXP Archives… We are delighted to welcome NaNoWriMo's Grant Faulkner back to the podcast in mid-November, where we discuss strategies for coping with the ‘muddy middle'. Those second-act blues where a storyteller can get completely lost or overwhelmed. ABOUT GRANT: Grant Faulkner is the Executive Director of National Novel Writing Month […] The post Rerun EP008: NaNoWriMo & The Muddy Middle | Grant Faulkner appeared first on The Bestseller Experiment.

Michael Connelly is one of the most successful crime authors in the world with over 60m book sales. Having just released his new Harry Bosch thriller, he shares secrets about developing characters & writing book series – in the back of a London cab!

"Interview with James Grippando" James returns to Suspense Radio to talk about his latest book "The Big Lie: Book 16 in the Jack Swyteck series" As the Electoral College battle for the White House lands in a Florida courtroom, Miami attorney Jack Swyteck has never felt farther from the truth, fighting for a “faithless elector,” caught between a corrupt president and his manipulative opponent—with each revelation more explosive than the next. The country is reeling. For the sixth time in American history, the winner of the popular vote will not occupy the Oval Office. President Malcolm MacLeod, the Machiavellian incumbent, was spared from impeachment only because his political foes were certain they would oust him at the ballot box. Now, he appears to have secured a second term, thanks to a narrow victory in the Electoral College. His opponent, Florida Senator Evan Stahl, saw his campaign rocked by allegations of an extramarital affair—with another man. Despite the salacious headline-making scandal and the surrounding media frenzy, most Americans chose Stahl to lead the politically polarized nation. But Stahl is refusing to concede. Backed by millions of supporters, he looks to individual members of the Electoral College to cross party lines. Gun lobbyist Charlotte Holmes is one of Floridas twenty-nine electors who is bound by law and by oath to cast her vote for MacLeod, who won Florida by the thinnest of margins. When Charlotte announces that she intends to vote her conscience and throw the Electoral College to Stahl, the president and his Florida machine haul her into court on felony charges—which, for some, isn't nearly punishment enough. Miami attorney Jack Swyteck is going to use every legal maneuver he can to keep his new client free—and alive. MacLeod's hand-picked prosecutor is determined to prove Charlotte is unfit to cast a vote. Dredging through her past, he's looking for skeletons to humiliate and discredit her, while others with far deadlier intentions have begun acting on their threats. As the pressure mounts, Charlotte and Jack must decide how far they'll go to stand their ground in the stand-your-ground state.

Michael Connelly is one of the most successful crime authors in the world with over 60m book sales. Having just released his new Harry Bosch thriller, he shares secrets about developing characters & writing book series - in the back of a London cab! In this episode you will discover… - The secrets to writing a series character. - How you can make an emotional connection with the reader. - How much ego you need to be a writer. - And how fifteen minutes' writing a day can make all the difference.   Get your free ebook with advice and tips from million-selling authors at: http://www.bestsellerexperiment.com