Interview Audios done by Armchair Interview hosts
Audio Interview: Kathleen Reid, author of A PAGE OUT OF LIFE.
Kathleen Reid talks about how scrapbooking became the center of her newest book, A Page Out of Life.” Her characters are women of diverse ages and family situations—and scrapbooking brings them together to support, help and care for each other.
Kathleen shows why this gathering of women to scrapbook is like the women of other times getting together to share stories of their lives.
This conversation will show you why you’ll love this book and then buy for women friends and family members.
Read our review: http://reviews.armchairinterviews.com/reviews/a-page-out-of-life
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Audio Interview: Clyde Edgerton, author of THE BIBLE SALESMAN
Clyde Edgerton is a national treasure. He’s a Southern writer with a sharp eye and a quick wit. Edgerton is also a professor of creative writing at the University of North Carolina-Wilmington.
His observations about life are chronicled in his numerous novels that he peppers with quirky characters that will make you laugh a little and think a lot about the way things are.
Join Andrea Sisco as she talks with Edgerton about the writing life and about his recently published novel The Bible Salesman.The Bible Salesman has a little of everything; a naïve Bible salesman, a criminal, grand theft auto, love and the Holy Bible. Edgerton’s wisdom is simple, straight-forward and oh so valuable.
Edgerton is Sisco’s favorite writer.
Read our review: http://reviews.armchairinterviews.com/reviews/the-bible-salesman
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Audio Interview: Andrew Davidson, author of THE GARGOYLE
Join Andrea Sisco and Andrew Davidson as they discuss writing and the author’s debut novel, The Gargoyle. This is an extraordinary novel about love that survives the fires of hell and transcends the boundaries of time.
Marianne Engel is a beautiful sculptress of gargoyles who appears in the burn unit one day and tells the narrator a mesmerizing tale that they were lovers in medieval times, when she was a scribe and he was a mercenary. Is she simply mad? Or is she truly the angel of mercy who will save him from his suicidal despair?
The Gargoyle is Andrea Sisco’s favorite novel of 2008.
See our review of The Gargoyle: http://reviews.armchairinterviews.com/reviews/the-gargoyle
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Audio Interview: Rachelle Gardner, Literary Agent
Join Andrea Sisco and literary agent Rachelle Gardner as they discuss writing and the world of representing writers. Rachelle is an agent with WordServe Literary Agency in Colorado. The agency represents Christian writers who write for Christian publishing and mainstream publishing.
Rachelle is currently interested in Christian Historical Romance. See the agency website for submission guidelines.
Rachelle Gardner writes a fascinating blog that writers will want to read. You can join her for a look at her life as a literary agent at: http://cba-ramblings.blogspot.com
The web address for WordServe Literary agency is http://www.WordServeLiterary.com
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Audio Interview with Arvid Williams
Arvid Williams and Bonnie Shallbetter have written three books of historical fiction starting in 1862 in Minnesota.
Book 1 is Hawk’s Valley: A Good Place to Die
Book 2 is Sophie’s Hawk: Spirit of the Raptor
Book 3 is Hawk’s Quest: A Superior Pursuit.
Their books are in the Minnesota Historical Society’s reference library. Listen as Arvid Williams tells how the books came to life and how he and Bonnie work as successful co-authors.
Gary David Goldberg, author of Sit, Ubu, Sit and creator of TV’s hit show, Family Ties
Gary David Goldberg’s production company is the creator of Family Ties, Brooklyn Bridge and Spin City. Gary talks about the wonderful people he met, how he was mentored to become a comedy writer (using his natural talents) and how Michael J. Fox became Michael Keaton, on Family Ties. Gary has written this book as a love letter to his wife and daughters, his extended family and those he worked with.
This is one humble and darn nice guy…so enjoy the interview and then pick up his wonderful book about his life–and the industry he feels so privileged to be part of.
Read our review: http://reviews.armchairinterviews.com/reviews/sit-ubu-sit
Enjoy our visit with Gary:Karen Casey, author of “It’s Up to You” and 17 other inspirational books
Karen Casey know about the important of the 12-step way of life and is an active member of AA and Alanon. In It’s Up to You, Casey tells us that we cannot change others, only how we react and change ourselves. This book is a companion to her earlier book, Change Your Mind and Your Life Will Follow. Writing primarily to women and their spirituality, she has also written to teen girls. Her most recent, Be Who You Want to Be, If you want to be challenged to initiate change in your life, her many books will be important guides toward a better life.
Read our review: It’s Up to You
Author’s Web site (with all books listed): http://www.Womens-Spirituality.com
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Michael Mehas, author of Stolen Boy
Join Andrea Sisco as she speaks with author Michael Mehas about his stunning book, Stolen Boy. Based on a true story, Mehas’ passion for justice, not vengeance, is part of what makes the story so intriguing. We believe that his interview will make the listener look within themselves to determine how they feel about capital punishment and why they feel the way they do.
Michael Mehas is a writer and attorney living on California’s Central Coast. He teamed with writer/director Nick Cassavetes as the associate producer on “Alpha Dog,” a major motion picture starring Justin Timberlake, Bruce Willis, and Sharon Stone. Based on his unprecedented research, access to confidential case files, and interviews with key participants, Michael has just released the award-winning psychological thriller, Stolen Boy.
Author’s Web sites: http://www.MichaelMehas.com
http://www.StolenBoy.com
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Jeffrey Hickey, author of fiction, The Coach’s Son
Jeffrey Hickey’s father was NFL coach Red Hickey, and this work of fiction is based loosely on Jeffrey’s life. The Coach’s Son is the story of how the Mark O’Bern, 8-year-old son (and other family members) are all affected by the ups and downs of the life of Chester O’Bern, a 1960’s professional coach: the loving and hating fans, the joys and pains of winning and losing-and the moves to new town, new jobs. Mark and two older brothers spend a lot of time with their overprotective mother as Dad is always gone. As author Hickey says: Most professional athletes end their career when they are losing. Young O’Bern believes he can influence the outcome of games, and we get to enjoy his efforts and his humor used to deal with life of A Coach’s Son. Hickey also has recorded the book and parts can be listened to on his site and YouTube.
Read our review: The Coach’s Son
Author’s Web site: http://www.JeffreyHickey.com
Listen as Jeffrey talks about his book and audio, own life as a coach’s son and his writing life.
Don Bruns, author of mystery/suspense/thriller St. Barts Breakdown
Author Bruns used to be in a rock band…so they say to write about what you know. Main character in this mystery series is Mick Sever, an entertainment investigative reporter for the Chicago paper. He goes to St. Barts to interview legendary music producer, Danny Murtz, Danny is a celebrity who breaks ALL the rules while people look the other way-and others are paid to clean up his messes. And, Murtz’s name is tied to several missing young women (a hidden agenda in Sever’s reason for the interview). Sever’s life is threatened several times once he takes this assignment. Bruns can write good and evil with the best of them…and he has already been honored for Jamica Blue, Barbados Heat and South Beach Shakedown (see a warm climate theme here?). Super storytelling that makes you shout for the good guys and scream at the bad guys.
Read our review: St Barts Breakdown
Author’s Web site: http://www.DonBrunsBooks.com
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Diane Raab, author of Regina’s Closet: Finding My Grandmother’s Secret Journal
Diana Raab has captured the essence of her grandmother Regina’s life—as Regina told it in retrospect after she arrived in America. Regina and her family lived in Poland when WWI broke out. The Reinharz family was parents, two older brothers, Regina and younger sister Beronia. The grandmother’s journal was found by Diana’s mother and given to her in the 1990s.
Diana was shocked to read what her dear grandmother had gone through as a child of war. Mother died, brothers left, separated from their sick father, Beronia and Regina were left to fend for themselves as adolescents. A powerful and driven young girl, Regina knew if they were going to survive, she would have to make it happen. Although a story about war, the story has such power of survival, of second effort at every turn. In addition to the journal, Raab intersperses some geography and history to give us more perspective. WW1 started in 1914, lasted four years, and 9 million lives were lost. Most war stories are not told from a child’s point of view—but don’t let that scare you off. THIS IS A PAGE-TURNER!
Additionally, Diana Raab teaches others how to write their own memoir, and believes everyone “has a story to tell,” if just encouraged.
Check out our review: Regina’s Closet
Author’s Web site: http://www.DianaRaab.com
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Earnie Larsen, author of The Healer’s Way: Bringing Hands-on Compassion to a Love-Starved World
Listen as Earnie Larsen talks about people with addictions in our love-starved world. Earnie has written 60 books and created as many videos in the field of chemical dependency and other addictions. He is best known for his work with Stage II (tm) Recovery in his 30 years in this field. Earnie has spoken to sell-out crowds all over the world and appeared on TV shows like Oprah, CNN and Sally Jessie Raphael. He enthusiasm is immense about the need everyone has to be loved and give love. He discusses his “bent tree” idea as well as his hoop of core needs.
Author’s Web site: http://Earnie.com
Check out our review: The Healer’s Way
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Interview with Tad Waddington, author of Lasting Contribution
Tad Waddington wrote this book to provide general guidelines and ideas of what you need to do to make this world a better place for others. The framework is from Aristotle’s Four Causes that he has updated to 1) material cause of what a thing is made, 2) How something is made, 3) What a thing is called the plan, and 4) Why a thing is. Based on both Eastern and Western thinking, the big questions are: How can I contribute to the world? How do I make that contribution last? Am I making the best contribution to the purpose of this community/church/business/activity, etc.? This easy-read book is for everyone, because everyone can make some contribution to this world. Waddington’s thought-provoking ideas include: Doers think before acting; thinkers take action, and this equals remarkable results. Ideal for anyone questioning your role on this earth.
Check Lasting Contribution Web site for ideas how you can make a lasting contribution and receive a free book. http://www.LastingContribution.com
Read our review: Lasting Contribution
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Tara Taylor Quinn, author of Behind Closed Doors
Listen as Tara Taylor Quinn discusses her newest book Behind Closed Doors, the second in a trilogy about white supremacy. The first book (still available) is In Plain Sight and is told from the perspective of an attorney. Behind Closed Doors is from the victim’s perspective, and in the third one, due out in 2008, the issue is presented from a judge’s perspective. Behind Closed Doors is a powerful and compelling novel of the insidious nature of terror delivered by white supremacists who fuel their hatred with violence and more hatred. A mixed-race couple falls victims to their violence and almost loses everything, but chooses to fight back and seek justice.
Tara Taylor Quinn tells how she got the idea for this trilogy. It’s a fascinating story, and we know you’ll be mesmerized by it. She is the author of over forty novels.
Paul Elwork, author of The Tea House
Elwork, a first-time author, spins a wonderful tale of coming of age of 13-year-old twins. His story is based loosely on a true story of two women in the 19th century who could make noises with their bones (ghost-knocking)–who traveled the country as “curiosities.” Ghosts that Emily, the girl twin, may or may not see and talk to–and those annoying “skeltons” in the family’s closet make for wonderful reading. Dead father, depressed mother, self-sufficient “privileged” kids–Elwork is a good storyteller with attention to detail and characters that you actually care about, especially their secrets–that they will stay in your mind long after the last page. Listen while Paul tells about his ghost-knocking inspiration, and all about his writing life.
Author’s Web site: http://www.PaulElwork.com
Publisher’s Web site: http://www.CasperianBooks.com
Read our review: The Tea House
Mark Giminez, author of Color of Law
Mark Giminez is a solo practice lawyer who left a large firm so he could have the flexibility to write thrillers-for which his reading public can be thrilled! His first book, Color of Law, was a New York Times bestseller (in two years has sold 420,000 worldwide) all about corruption in legal practices. The second, The Abduction, will not disappoint, as it is a multi-layered thriller about every parent’s worst fear: child abduction. The book is populated with great characters like Ben Brice, a Vietnam vet and grandfather of Gracie, the abducted girl, a strong mother, and a resourceful Gracie. Compared to John Grisham or Scot Turow, listen as we ask Mark about his book and the writing (and getting an agent and getting published) life.
Two web sites Mark mentioned in the interview are:
AGENT: http://www.aar-online.org
FREELANCE EDITOR: http://www.BookDocs.com
Author’s Web site: http://www.MarkGimenez.com
Read our review: The Abduction
Stephen Gibson, author of A Secret of the Universe
Stephen Gibson is a successful businessman who started to question what he believed, and why, after the 911 tragedy. His book, the result of that questioning, is A Secret of the Universe: A Story of Love, Loss, and the Discovery of an Eternal Truth. The book follows two high school best friends as they too question, differ in opinions and belief—but stay friends. They discover what really matters—a genuine secret of the universe.
This “Secret” book will leave you questioning some of what you believe as he has many scholarly points of references. What are the origins of our beliefs and knowledge? Steve is very candid and his conversation with us will intrigue you to want to know more about those origins.
See our review: A Secret of the Universe
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Sherryl Woods, author of Mending Fences
Sherryl Woods’ newest novel, Mending Fences, is her 108th book in mystery, romance and women’s fiction genres. Now writing full-time, she finishes 2-3 books a year. Mending Fences, which can stand alone, like a lot of her storylines, focuses on the strength people have, and how their honesty and friendship can stand a lot—and in this book, that friendship is tested big time. Strong women inhabit most of her books (although she said she has a few wimpy women characters). Her writing and character development has the reader feeling the joy and pain of the dilemmas they encounter. Enduring friendship also played a role in her latest trilogy, The Sweet Magnolias (also from MIRA Books). In this interview, she shares the fun and fears of being a writer.
Sherryl encourages women to post on her new blog because it is just for them-Just Between Friends:
http://www.JustBetweenFriendsBlog.com
Sherry’s Web site: http//www.SherrylWoodsblog.com
Faith Sullivan, author of Gardenias and several others
Novelist Faith Sullivan has been writing since 1975, and her first novel was published in 1981. Her most recent books take place in the timeline from the Depression in 1926 to the early 1950s. She has strong female characters in one family’s ongoing sage in The Cape Ann, The Empress of One, and the latest, Gardenias: A Novel. Lark, from The Cape Ann, is now nine years old and she serves as the narrator.
Faith is a wonderful interview with her high energy, sense of humor and joy of life. Writing about a time when she was a little girl, she finds that young readers appreciate that she writes enjoyable “historical fiction.” Faith lives in Minneapolis area and is a frequent guest at local book clubs where she loves to hear what readers want to know.
Listen as we ask Faith about her writing life, her challenges and frustrations, and how she overcame a publisher’s rejection.
Check out our review: Gardenias
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Stacy Nyikos, author of Dizzy
Stacy Nyikos’ third children’s book with an aquatic theme is Dizzy, about a dolphin that doesn’t slow down, hasn’t learned the importance of quiet time like some of his other ocean friends have. Illustrations by Kary Lee are filled with energy, delight and surprises, and unique designs to involve the reader.
Nyikos starts with inspiration from her children and finds an aquatic animal to tell the story. Her first book, Squirt, was about a squid that had become a couch potato, watching too much TV. Her Shelby was about a lemon shark that was shy. Now Dizzy is a perfect third book also written in rhyme. If your kids love to read about animals-and you love that they also receive an important message, these are special books for your family’s library.
Check out her web site for extra games and fun things to do relative to these ocean animals: http://www.StacyANyikos.com
Check out our reviews (watch for Squirt in the near future)
Shelby: http://reviews.armchairinterviews.com/reviews/Shelby
Dizzy: Dizzy
Tim Dorsey Armchair Interview
Join Andrea Sisco as she talks with author Tim Dorsey about writing and his latest novel, Hurricane Punch. Dorsey has written nine novels and his tenth is coming out in early 2008.
Hurricane season is about to pound the life out of Florida. It seems a serial killer, or maybe two, is on the loose and if he or they are not caught soon, the body count will continue to rise.
Dorsey’s loveable (ouch!) psychopath, Serge loves killing people, he just wants to kill those that truly deserve it. I guess that means he has some kind of moral compass. Serge has a short attention span, but is a walking/talking encyclopedia on all things Florida. And he loves chasing hurricanes.
But Serge is not responsible for the murders a certain newspaper is accusing him of committing and so he does what any self respecting murderer would do if wrongly accused; he and the serial killer send dueling letters to the editor.
Is Serge the killer? Is he so far gone he doesn’t realize that he’s been on the loose randomly killing folks? Is Agent Mahoney (recently released from a mental hospital for getting too far into Serge’s head) going to get to stay out of the hospital? Or will his personality finally split from years of chasing Serge. Then there’s Coleman, Serge’s forever ‘high’ friend who just wants to stay out of jail and out of work.
Dorsey is brilliant! His edgy humor leaves nothing in society untouched by his quirky view of life. His novels are entertaining, raucous, pack a punch and leave the reader wanting more of his offbeat humor.
Author’s Web site: http://www.TimDorsey.com
April Petty, author of Kundalini Rising: Exploring the Chakra/Asana Connection
April Petty became interested in yoga when she suffered what might have been an end to her dancing—and yoga brought her back quicker and healthier. Now as a teacher of yoga, Pilates, water aerobics and other classes, she is also a third-degree Reiki Master and teacher. In her book, April describes each of the 7 points of the spine (chakra) and how the positions (Asana) affect your mind, body and spirit. You will learn how important it is that all aspects of your life are in balance. She believes the practice of yoga is the key to good health and feeling of peace.
Visit April’s web site: http://www.AprilPetty.com.
See our review at Kundalini Rising
Sally Stuart, author of Christian Writers Market Guide 2007
Sally Stuart isn’t new to market guides-as this is the 23rd year she has updated it. Each year she adds something new, like tax- and money-saving tips for writers, what publisher want or don’t want in submissions, etc. With almost 1200 resources in both publishing houses (354; 36 new) and periodicals (740; 86 new), Sally has compiled an A-Z resource guide. The advice, hints and tips are relevant to any writer, but this is geared to the Christian genre. Listen while Sally talks about publishing, authors, agents, editing. On page 239 in Market Analysis section, she lists 145 topics of interest. Her insights into finding the right POD (publish on demand) was very helpful as well, if that is your focus. This is a resource guide every writer of this genre should have on his or her reference shelf.
Author’s Web site: http://www.StuartMarket.com
Read our review: Christian Writers Market Guide 2007
Kathryn Abdul-Baki, author of Sands of Zulaiki
Kathryn Abdul-Baki has lived in the area of the world she writes—the Persian-Arabian Gulf. This work of fiction also a teaches about cultures, acceptance (or not) of differences, and living and working in another country. The main character is Gina, Monroe, an American woman who followed her husband and his job to Abu Samra. She is unhappy with her life and marriage, which leads to an affair with a British-educated local archeologist. The underlying theme is “uncovering” with the symbolism of his digs—and Gina’s uncovering who she is. The imagery was magnificent-of the water and sand and other amazing sites. Visit Kathryn’s web site: http://www.KathrynAbdul-Baki.com.
See our review: http://reviews.armchairinterviews.com/reviews/the-sands-of-zulaika
David Rosenfelt Interview Audio
Listen in as Andrea Sisco and author David Rosenfelt discuss writing, his new novel Play Dead and his great love—of dogs, specifically Golden Retrievers. Authors are always interesting to talk with, but David Rosenfelt is a genuinely nice guy and interesting to boot.
His series about attorney Andy Carpenter (who also loves his Golden Retriever, Tara) is fun, fast-paced and is filled with unique and quirky characters. Oh, the plot sizzles also.
In Play Dead, Andy discovers that a Golden Retriever who was nearly put down after biting his new owner is the key to a five-year-old murder. But solving the murder will take a great deal of work. It’s a good thing Andy surrounds himself with the people who can get to the bottom of puzzles. A man’s life depends on Andy’s success.
David Rosenfelt was the marketing president for Tri-Star Pictures before writing and selling screenplays and ultimately novels. His first novel, Open and Shut won Edgar and Shamus nominations. First Degree, his second novel, was a Publishers Weekly selection for one of the top mysteries of the year, and Bury the Lead was chosen as a Today Show Book Club pick. You can check out his web site at http://www.davidrosenfelt.com. His books will make you laugh and you’ll stay up reading long after you should have shut out the lights. David loves to hear from his fans. He can be contacted at .
Lauraine Snelling Interview Audio
Lauraine is a prolific writer of over 50 books. She writes adult and young adult fiction as well as inspirational romance markets, having six ongoing series. Breaking Free is her latest contemporary novel that would be enjoyed by readers who love stories of loss, hope and redemption—and yes, about horses. Norwegian immigrants played a large part in many of her other books (Blessing, ND). She also teaches writing and is a writing coach. Check out our review for this heart-warming and well-told story. August 21 release date.
Check out her web sites:
Blessing, North Dakota: http://www.blessingnd.com
Lauraine: http://www.LauraineSnelling.com.
See Review: http://reviews.armchairinterviews.com/breaking-free
Penny Sansevieri Armchair Interview
Penny Sansevieri is an expert on marketing YOUR book using the Internet. Her book, Red Hot Internet Publicity is filled with so much information, you’ll have dozens of sticky notes tabbed all over it. The advice is sound—and easy to implement. Penny has tried all the methods she writes about for her own books as well as her PR/marketing clients.
In this 30-minute interview, Penny covers web sites, podcasting, virtual book tours, biggest mistakes authors make (not you, other authors), and confidently says that these methods work as well with fiction as with non-fiction. It is all about knowing your audience/your market. With 800 books published every day of the week, including Sunday—that’s almost 300,000 books a year. Learn how to make yours stand out and sell. (Watch for our review coming soon!)
http://www.AMarketingExpert.comhttp://ww.RedHotInternetPublicity.com
Lamar McNair Armchair Interview
Lemar McNair writes from his grandfather heart because he wants to inspire parents to be involved and impact their child’s life in a good way. He wants to see positive, lifelong changes in communities—having parents move from mediocre involvement to excellence. His simple, yet powerful message in Teach Your Child the ABCs of How to Become Rich, helps parents work with, train and teach children—from baby to college. All the steps are based on bible verses, especially Proverbs. Listen and learn from this man.
Check out the audio recording of the book available at LemarMcNair.com
See our review of Teach Your Child the ABCs of How to Become Rich.
Paul Robertson Armchair Interview
Paul Robertson’s The Heir is a book about greed, murder and mayhem—and about hope and redemption—and the path it took young Jason Boyer to get there. Published by Bethany House, a Christian publisher, The Heir is based on the Bible story of the rich man who wanted to follow Jesus, and Jesus asking him to give up all his money. The now-deceased (murdered?) power broker’s life had many turns, often questionable. What does the next generation who inherits it all do about that—and how to they handle the power and position—and the “Why” of life? Ideal book for both men and women who like a good read and a great story telling.
Read our review of The Heir in our book reviews section.
Laurel Dewey Armchair Interview
Laurel Dewey’s PROTECTOR, is a thriller where the human interconnectedness outplays the “thriller” aspect. This amazing first novel pits Det. Jane Perry, a smart-mouthed, loose cannon alcoholic with a little girl who needs protection because she witnessed her parents’ murder. Det. Perry has visions of the future—and the “blue sense” (cop’s version of sixth sense/intuition/gut reaction) plays big. Perry and the little girl have a lot of shared history—and intense scenes fill many a page. Those who have already read the book can’t wait for the sequel because they just can’t let go of the characters. (See our review by Jake Chism.) Laurel’s blog details her years of struggle to get this book published—excellent read about persistence. Check out http://www.laureldewey.com for the first chapter.
Read our review of Protector in our book reviews section.
Patrick Hyde Armchair Interview
Author of The Only Pure Thing
Patrick Hyde’s THE ONLY PURE THING, is a page-turning legal thriller. His character, Stuart Clay, is an attorney in D.C (like Hyde, a criminal defense and labor lawyer). Clay struggles with good over evil—and who is really who they say they are, in the legal system, the community, the underworld and among the homeless. A rough and tumble four days in Clay’s life makes you root for him and his ideals, and you’ll want more. Hyde talks about the writing and publishing process-and writing about crime.
Read our review of The Only Pure Thing: A Stuart Clay Mystery in our book reviews section.
Micheal Lane Armchair Interview
Author of Wisdom of Yawdy Rum
Micheal Lane tells a story about “paying attention” to the clues life sends you, and to what is important to you. A businessman’s time is eaten up by corporate demands, and he has no time for his own dreams for the future. Placed in New Orleans, Mr. Yawdy Rum is a long-time musician playing at the Preservation Hall. Yawdy teaches the businessman a thing or two through their shared love of music and through wise, wise words. Yawdy will teach you a few things too, about music and life. Listen to our interview with Micheal Lane, feel the wind as he and Yawdy are protected against Hurricane Katrina in the Preservation Hall. This first memoir/inspirational book is a very strong offering, well-written and a pleasure to read and learn from. See our review for this book and hear Lane’s enthusiams as he talks about the joy of researching this exciting project..
Libby Fischer Hellmann Armchair Interview
What is Sisters in Crime? A group of nuns in prison? A marauding family of criminals? Or a group of women dedicated to leveling the playing field in mystery writing? Find out more about this 3,000 member organization in an interview with the National President of Sisters in Crime, Libby Fischer Hellmann.
Athol Dickson Armchair Interview
Author of River Rising
River Rising is Louisiana’s To Kill A Mockingbird. It should become an American classic. It will grow on you, make you ask important questions and seek answers such as: Can you be a slave and not know it? Can someone appear to be kind and benevolent and yet be truly evil? Can people with absolute power over another’s life be brought down? Can separate but equal become equal together? Can the truth really set you free when you tell people and they don’t believe you anyway? Is God listening and are prayers answered? You will see the worst side of man—and man at his best, seeking the God of the universe.
Join Armchair Interviews as we talk with Athol Dickson about writing River Rising, the writer’s life and what is his next project. It’s a fascinating interview.
Read our review of River Rising in our book reviews section.
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Judy Sheehan Armchair Interview
Author of And Baby Makes Two
Armchair Interviews and Judy Sheehan, co-creator of the popular play Tony and Tina’s Wedding, get together to talk fiction writing. Judy’s debut novel, And Baby Makes Two is a fun romp into the world of a 37 year-old woman whose biological clock is ticking ever faster. Love comes packaged in the form of a child from China, then it comes knocking in the form of a man. What happens next becomes a rollicking ride into a New Yorkers desire to be a parent.
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Sean Rowe Armchair Interview
Author of Fever
Sean Rowe joined Armchair Interviews for a lively discussion about his debut thriller, Fever, the writing life and the transition from newspaper reported to novelist. We invite you to listen in as we learn about Matt Shannon, Jack Fontana and the other anti-heroes of this scintillating heist novel. Fever is daring, it’s gritty and it will make you long for the next installment from this talented writer. We maintain that Rowe will be a force to reckon with in the mystery/suspense/thriller genre.
Read our review of Fever in our book reviews section.
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Judy Baer Armchair Interview
Author of Million Dollar Dilemma
Judy Baer visits Armchair Interviews to discuss her new book and a real treasure, Million Dollar Dilemma and how this unusual romp into the world of “what if” came to be… We know you’ll enjoy the discussion and may even ask yourself the question, “what would I do if I won millions of dollars via the lottery, but didn’t believe in gambling?”
Read our review of Million Dollar Dilemma in our book reviews section.
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Nathan Jorgenson Armchair Interview
Author of Waiting For White Horses
Nathan Jorgenson and Armchair Interviews discuss the fascinating story of the origins of Waiting For White Horses as well as the independent publishing journey of that first novel. We also talk about the rigors of writing and researching and holding down a full time job. You won’t want to miss Jorgenson’s take on the writing life. See our review under Great Reviews/Fiction.
Read our review of Waiting for White Horses in our book reviews section.
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Shelly Reuben Armchair Interview
Author of Tabula Rasa
Armchair Interviews spent a fascinating time with Shelly Reuben, author of Tabula Rasa. Her book is scintillating! The plot is both horrifying and scrumptious with fascinating information about arson, adoption, dancing and the consequences of an obsessive quest and the lies told to protect a loved one. Listen in as we talk about her book, the writing life and her personal life as an arson investigator and private detective. You won’t want to miss this conversation with a dynamite woman!
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Roxana Robinson Armchair Interview
Author of Sweetwater
Roxana Robinson discusses her novel Sweetwater and the life of a full time fiction writer with the Armchair Interview host. Roxana is a compelling author and interview and Sweetwater is on Armchair Interviews top ten 2005 list.
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Michele Hauf Armchair Interview
Author of Once a Thief
Join Michele Hauf and the Armchair Interviews host as they discuss Michele’s exciting new novel Once A Thief. Michele is so talented she can convince anyone that becoming a jewel thief is an exciting adventure. Oh, and she also discusses the writing life, which is a bit tamer than planning to steal a small, shiny, and beautiful object worth more than most homes.
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Keri Wyatt Kent Armchair Interview
Author of Breathe: Creating Space for God in a Hectic Life
Join Armchair Interviews as we discuss Keri Wyatt Kent’s book Breathe: Creating Space for God in a Hectic Life. Breathe will help us all break free from the hectic pace of life and ultimately find rest through