Murder in the Lab: Inside The Botanist’s Assistant With Peggy Townsend In this episode, I’m joined by award-winning author and journalist Peggy Townsend to talk about her sharp, heartfelt, and wonderful new mystery, The Botanist’s Assistant. In The Botanist’s Assistant, we meet Margaret Finch—six feet tall, fiercely organized, lover of schedules, and proud inhabitant of a tiny cabin in the woods. Her obsessive attention to detail makes her indispensable in her university botany lab… and it may also put a target on her back when she decides a recent death is no accident. Peggy and I discuss the inspiration behind The Botanist’s Assistant, the fun four-legged character and her unusual book reviewers on her Instagram page. Hint—they like to review books from their Hen House! For more information on Peggy, visit: https://www.peggytownsendbooks.com/ To see the Hen House Book Reviews, visit: https://www.instagram.com/peggytownsendwriter/ For more about my K-9 books, visit: kathleendonnelly.com Sit. Stay. Read. is a proud part of the Authors on the Air Global Network.

Meryl chats with Alex Kor about his 2024 memoir, A Blessing, Not a Burden, which chronicles his incredible journey as the child of two Holocaust survivors to his present day mission of keeping alive his parents’ legacy. They also discuss his mother’s controversial decision, as a Mengele twin, to forgive the Nazis. Originally from Terre Haute, Indiana, Alex Kor is the son of two Holocaust survivors, Eva Mozes Kor and her husband, Michael. Alex holds a BS in Chemistry, an MS in Exercise Physiology, and a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine. A full-time podiatrist, he is a member of the CANDLES HOLOCAUST MUSEUM BOARD OF DIRECTORS. His memoir, A Blessing, Not a Burden, was published in May 2024. Guest’s Website and Social Media links: Amazon: ⁠a.co/d/fuNHN7T⁠ Author Website: ⁠www.myholocaustlegacy.com/⁠ Pediment Publishing: ⁠www.pediment.com/⁠ People of the Book is copyrighted by Authors on the Air Global Radio Network Website: merylain.com/ ⁠#AuthorsOnTheAir⁠ ⁠#AuthorsOnTheAirGlobalRadioNetwork⁠ ⁠#AOTA⁠ ⁠#PeopleOfTheBookPodcastWithMerylAin⁠ ⁠#PeopleOfTheBook⁠ ⁠#AlexKor⁠ ⁠#Memoir⁠ ⁠#ABlessingNotABurden⁠ ⁠#EvaKor⁠ ⁠#Auschwitz⁠ ⁠#JosefMengele⁠ ⁠#AngelOfDeath⁠ ⁠#Mengele⁠ ⁠#MengeleTwin⁠ ⁠#Miriam⁠ ⁠#Twins⁠ ⁠#MichaelKor⁠ ⁠#MickeyKor⁠ ⁠#TerreHaute⁠ ⁠#Israel⁠ ⁠#TheHolocaust⁠ ⁠#Holocaust⁠ ⁠#CANDLES⁠ ⁠#Indiana⁠ ⁠#Forgiveness⁠ ⁠#Nazis⁠ ⁠#Nazi⁠ ⁠#Atrocities⁠ ⁠#MedicalExperiments⁠ ⁠#TwinsReunionAtAuschwitz⁠ ⁠#ParentsLegacy⁠ ⁠#KeepingHolocaustLegacyAlive⁠ ⁠#ButlerUniversity⁠ ⁠#CocaCola⁠ ⁠#MerylAin⁠ ⁠#TheTakeawayMen⁠ ⁠#ShadowsWeCarry⁠ ⁠#LetsTalkJewishBooks⁠ ⁠#JewsLoveToRead⁠ ⁠#PeopleOfTheBookPodcast

“When morality blurs and motives twist, Jeff Circle’s Myopic Duplicity dares you to decide which lie you’d tell to save the truth.” Jeff Circle isn’t your typical anthology editor. With a background spanning military intelligence, law-enforcement investigations, and global operations, he brings a unique edge to storytelling. As the creator of The Writer’s Dossier and curator of razor-sharp suspense, Circle’s latest work, Myopic Duplicity, invites readers into the dark grey zones of morality: when desperation, loyalty and ambition collide, what are you willing to do? This collection uncompromisingly asks: Do the ends ever justify the means? Featuring chilling short stories that expose how even the most righteous intentions can twist into betrayal, survival, and deceit, Myopic Duplicity holds up a mirror to our own choices—and the price we’re prepared to pay. For fans of high-stakes crime, psychological thrillers, and ethical puzzles, it’s a must-read. #florenzalee #OntheAirwithFlorenza #MyopicDuplicity #JeffCircle #CrimeFiction #ThrillerReads #ShortStoryAnthology #MoralAmbiguity #SuspenseLovers #AmReading #BookLaunch #EditorReads

A dash of mystery, a sparkle of magic, and all things cozy! Elle interviews fellow cozy authors in this bookish podcast from Authors on the Air. Today on the podcast, meet Rebecca Thorne, author of many magical books including Alchemy and a Cup of Tea! Elle and Rebecca talk about writing humor, genre fluidity, the importance of touching grass, and so much more. Enjoy! (And note: Elle’s audio is a bit muffled on this one, but you can find subtitles on the video version by finding Cozy Alchemy on YouTube if needed.) Rebecca’s Bio: Rebecca Thorne is a USA Today, Indie, and Sunday Times Bestselling author, specializing in fantasy, sci-fi, and romance. She is a proud member of the LGBTQIA+ community, lives near Denver, Colorado, and uses her ADHD as a superpower to write multiple books a year. When she’s not writing (or avoiding writing), Rebecca can be found traveling the country as a flight attendant, hiking with her dogs and lovely wife, or basking in the sun like a lizard. Find Rebecca’s Website and Books Here: https://rebeccathorne.net/ ~~~ Elle Hartford’s Bio: Elle Hartford writes cozy mystery with a fairy tale twist. The award-winning first book in her Alchemical Tales series, Beauty and the Alchemist, finds amateur sleuth Red mixed up with murderous beasts and moody beauties, and a set of missing books besides! Elle has also written two spin-off series, the cozy fantasy-goes-to-the-beach Marine Magic series as well as Pomegranate Cafe Romance. For other writers and authors looking into “wide” indie publishing, Elle offers coaching as well as the Beyond Writing blog (ellehartford.substack.com) with how-tos and resources. Find Elle Online: https://ellehartford.com/

TWO guests, double the fun in this episode where Kelly and Kristina discuss how social media and celebrities can be a toxic mix. What’s the truth? What’s the conspiracy theory? How deep can people crawl down rabbit holes? Inspired by real life headlines and pop stars, the Mancaruso sisters wrote a twisty thriller about a celebrity journalist who gets sucked down rabbit holes while investigating accusations about iconic pop star Harlow Hayes. Kristina and Kelly dish about pop culture, super fandom, the challenge of writing song lyrics, and the fun Easter eggs they added to keep readers intrigued. One sister’s a Swifty. One sister’s a conspiracy theory addict. Both were loads of fun. Bonus: So. Many. Book recommendations, including a sneak peek of their next book! Learn more about The Mancaruso Sisters: https://themancarusosisters.com/ Learn more about Host Melissa Westemeier: https://www.melwestemeier.com/

Holly Seddon is the author of several thrillers, including the international bestseller Try Not to Breathe, The Hit List, and 59 Minutes. After growing up in the English countryside obsessed with music and books, Holly worked in London as a journalist and editor. After several years in Amsterdam, she now lives in Kent with her family and writes full time. Find out more at HollySeddon.com. Killer Women is copyrighted by Authors on the Air Global Radio Network #podcast #author #interview #authors #KillerWomen #KillerWomenPodcast #authorsontheair #podcast #podcaster #killerwomen #killerwomenpodcast #authors #authorsofig #authorsofinstagram #authorinterview #writingcommunity #authorsontheair #suspensebooks #authorssupportingauthors #thrillerbooks #suspense #wip #writers #writersinspiration #books #bookrecommendations #bookaddict #bookaddicted #bookaddiction #bibliophile #read #amreading #lovetoread #daniellegirard #daniellegirardbooks #hollyseddon #atria #emilybestlerbooks

Bestselling author, Jamie Day, discusses his suspenseful new release, THE LAKE ESCAPE. An annual friend’s trip to the lake takes a dark turn when the woman one of them is dating disappears. Suspicion abounds and friendships are tested as each of the remaining friends wonders if the next lake tragedy will be their own. “A master storyteller with wit and style.” —William Landay, New York times bestselling author Listen in as we chat about the importance of collaboration, why hope matters, and find out how I became an instant fan of an awesome pup named Monty as well as Greta the Bookish Chiweenie! (Non book-related spoiler: Monty makes a couple of cameos in the video version of this interview on You Tube. Prepare to melt!) https://www.mariesutro.com/twisted-passages-podcast ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Jamie Day lives in one of those picture-perfect, coastal New England towns you see in the movies. And just like the movies, Jamie has two children and an adorable dog to fawn over. When not writing or reading, Jamie enjoys yoga, the ocean, cooking, and long walks on the beach with the dog, or the kids, or sometimes both.

A fun conversation with author Wendi Silvano and illustrator Lee Harper, the team behind the beloved Turkey Trouble series. We chat about their creative partnership, how the books came to life, and what makes Turkey such an unforgettable character. Buy this charming, fun picture book just in time for Thanksgiving! https://www.amazon.com/Turkey-Trouble-Wendi-Silvano/dp/0761455299/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Xzi0IApcWPXkFdeWO78cHh5ZB-plkc-ULEpa_8mfiVjD3RJOHcJARXbz9mEMVME3NbbaIsGMXGYeOgLtlMYmBev8MzWMFOF1YF_okfldajyhd6w1q5lyP5hsBdwKR8Ihi3rLid7IaOcchVXjkFN8kRODEQO2xVH-byGAQ9S0AbfaskfsXsUK8xc11lkqcMN1zcGV3ds2dnUS6lvr6ZtcXZmLzEthVoH8v3N56rXwMQk.70eTAGTuUsUP_fIjHglOu6JpCvDnMcFaoAMQCRSvmSE&dib_tag=se&keywords=turkey+trouble&qid=1763430598&sr=8-1

This week on Crime Wave: In her latest entry in the Hank Worth series, THROWING SHADOWS, crime reporter-turned-novelist Claire Booth casts her small-town Ozark sheriff into the heart of a chilling mystery: a hiker roams from the woods raving about a corpse, leading Sheriff Hank Worth to the infamous “Murder Rocks” — where he uncovers two bodies, a skeleton, and the possibility of buried Civil-War-era gold. Meanwhile, the local treasure-hunter frenzy complicates his murder investigation, and the personal fractures in Hank’s own marriage threaten to eclipse the case. Are you ready to step into the shadows and discover what old sins still cast long shadows? Connect with Claire: https://clairebooth.com/ #podcast #author #interview #authors #CrimeWavePodcast #authorsontheair #podcast #podcaster #authors #authorsofig #authorsofinstagram #authorinterview #writingcommunity #suspensebooks #authorssupportingauthors #thrillerbooks #suspense #wip #writers #writersinspiration #bookrecommendations #bookaddict #bookaddicted #bookaddiction #bibliophile #read #amreading #lovetoread #BonnarSpring #BonnarSpringBooks #bookouture #thrillers #ClaireBooth #ThrowingShadows

Description: Rob Gregory Browne discusses the concept of writer's block, emphasizing the importance of discipline in writing. He explores how writing is a job that requires commitment, even on difficult days. The discussion dives into the creative process and the mindset needed to succeed as a writer. Social Media Links: https://www.facebook.com/robertgregorybrowne/ Author Bio: Robert Gregory Browne is a Nicholl Fellow and Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences Gold Alumnus. He has written teleplays for Showtime, Saban, Marvel, and Fox Kids, and has published multiple novels under multiple names in multiple countries with St. Martin's Press, Penguin Dutton, Signet, Harlequin, and his own small publishing company, Braun Haus Media, LLC. His novel, KISS HER GOODBYE, was produced for television by CBS TV/Sony Pictures. His novel, THE PARADISE PROPHECY, was optioned for ABC by Temple Hill Entertainment. Book Link: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09LRS34SW Love this episode? Rate it ⭐️ Thumbs Up 👍 Subscribe 🔔 Thanks to DELOSound for the great background music. Host Bio: Adrienne Giordano is a certified life coach, USA Today bestselling author, and seasoned professional with over three decades of experience in writing, marketing, client service, and life coaching. She empowers clients through personalized coaching that fosters growth, accountability, and lasting change. As the author of more than forty novels, Adrienne captivates readers with stories in romantic suspense, mystery, and women’s fiction. With a background in managing multimillion-dollar accounts and co-writing multiple successful projects, she blends business expertise with a creative vision. For more information on Adrienne’s coaching, please visit www.AdrienneGiordano.com/coachingcorner. #TheWriteFrameOfMind #AuthorMindset #WritingLife #CreativeResilience #AuthorMindset #CoachingTools #MindsetForWriters #ProcessNotPerfection #WriterWellness #RobertGregoryBrowne #podcastepisode #podcastguest #authorpodcast #authorsontheair #vidcast #authorinterview #AuthorCoach #authorssupportingauthors

From hair-dos to hair-don’ts — this killer curls into chaos. During this episode of On the Air with Florenza, I’m joined by the phenomenally talented author St. Sukie De la Croix to discuss his newest book, The Hunt for the Hairdo Killer. Enter the wild, high-camp world of Palm Springs, where curly-top conspiracies meet slapstick sleuthing in Twilight Manors in Palm Springs: The Hunt for the Hairdo Killer. When retired-detective duo Brian & Stéphane stumble upon a madman wiring women’s curlers with lethal surprises, the stakes go higher than a bouffant. Mobsters, poodles, a grieving cat named Fish Paste, trigger-happy gardeners filming Godzilla vs. Frida Kahlo, giraffes, and even a wardrobe-malfunctioning waitress licked by the “Forever Marilyn” statue—everything’s off the hook and off the rails. If you thought tradition was tame, this book proves you’ve never witnessed a bad perm gone full thriller. Written by archival legend St. Sukie De la Croix—historian, raconteur, and the gay Studs Terkel of the Midwest—this is satire, absurdity, and mystery dressed in drag and ready to party. #OntheAirwithFlorenza #FlorenzaDeniseLee #FlorenzaLee #AuthorsOnTheAir #HairdoKiller #StSukieDeLaCroix #TwilightManors #CampyMystery #LGBTQReads #PalmSpringsMayhem

“Boy wonder by day. Boy toy by night.” In this candid conversation, host Ian Henzel talks with Jobert Abueva Reed about Boy Wander—a memoir that moves from Manila to Kathmandu, Bangkok, and Tokyo, then across the U.S., tracing a brilliant student leader’s secret life in 1970s Japan. As a child TV personality and top performer at an all-boys Catholic international school, Jobert seemed destined for greatness. After class, he lived another reality—turning tricks with foreign guests at Tokyo’s Imperial Hotel—while trying to reconcile family expectations, faith, and the truth of who he was. They discuss how a pre-AIDS coming-of-age shaped the book’s urgent honesty, why Tokyo felt uniquely safe, and how an episodic writing process became a propulsive narrative. The episode is equal parts craft talk and cultural history—about surviving, remembering, and finally being seen. What we cover The “golden boy” mask: student council, debate, track, theater—and the secret after dark Tokyo as a safe(-r) haven for queer exploration in the 1970s Pre-AIDS context and how it frames risk, shame, and liberation Turning raw episodes into memoir: structure, voice, and truth-telling Reconciling family values, Catholic schooling, and personal identity Migration, transience, and finding home across continents Why diverse LGBTQ voices matter to younger readers now Get the Book: 🛒 Rattling Good Yarns Press→ ⁠https://rattlinggoodyarns.com/product/boy-wander-a-coming-of-age-memoir/⁠ 🛒 Bookshop.org→ ⁠https://bookshop.org/a/110292/9781955826273⁠ 🛒 Amazon→ ⁠https://amzn.to/3PX0Blt⁠

A dash of mystery, a sparkle of magic, and all things cozy! Elle interviews fellow cozy authors in this bookish podcast from Authors on the Air. Today on the podcast, meet Emily Krempholtz, author of the upcoming cozy fantasy romance Violet Thistlewaite is Not a Villain Anymore! Elle and Emily talk about redemption arcs, the joy of side characters, the ultimate scrapbook of stories, and more. Happy listening! Emily’s Bio: Emily Krempholtz is an author, editor, book coach, ghostwriter, and storyteller. When she’s not writing, Emily loves to hike, travel, ride horses, bake bread, decorate cakes, play board games, and drink more tea than is probably healthy. She reads just about as many fantasy and romance novels as she can get her hands on, and spends a lot of time camped out in her neighborhood cafes, writing. Emily lives in sunny Colorado, where you can usually find her in the mountains—either hiking (and pretending to be a character in a novel) or curled up in a hammock with a good book (and also pretending to be a character in a novel). She’s on a lifelong quest to discover the magic in the world, and has a sneaking suspicion that the written word is where she’ll find it. Find Emily’s Website and Books Here: https://emilykrempholtz.com/ ~~~ Elle Hartford’s Bio: Elle Hartford writes cozy mystery with a fairy tale twist. The award-winning first book in her Alchemical Tales series, Beauty and the Alchemist, finds amateur sleuth Red mixed up with murderous beasts and moody beauties, and a set of missing books besides! Elle has also written two spin-off series, the cozy fantasy-goes-to-the-beach Marine Magic series as well as Pomegranate Cafe Romance. For other writers and authors looking into “wide” indie publishing, Elle offers coaching as well as the Beyond Writing blog (ellehartford.substack.com) with how-tos and resources. Find Elle Online: https://ellehartford.com

In Episode 58 of Undercurrents of Romance, Tracey Devlyn sits down with USA Today bestselling author Kimberly Kincaid to discuss her new romantic suspense, SPARK. An arson case. A dangerous witness. A forbidden pull that won’t quit.
 A straight-laced firefighter and his best friend’s little sister put everything on the line to protect a teen—and each other—before a killer silences them all. Love this episode? Rate it ⭐️ Thumbs Up 👍 Subscribe 🔔 Show Notes:
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Cozy Crimes and Clever Canines — Inside Christa Nardi’s Mysteries In this week’s episode, I’m joined by cozy author Christa Nardi. She writes multiple fun and charming mystery series including Cold Creek, Sheridan Hendley, Stacie Maroni, and Izzie Di Sante. Drawing on her background as a psychologist, Christa infuses her stories with authentic emotions, believable motivations, and strong female sleuths. We discuss her inspiration for creating relatable, resilient heroines, incorporating canine sidekicks into her stories and the joy she finds in writing mysteries that are engaging and suspenseful—without the grit or gore. Of course, we also chat about her dogs, travel adventures, and how life experiences often spark new story ideas. For more information on Christa, visit: https://cccnardi.wixsite.com/mysite For more about my K-9 books, visit: kathleendonnelly.com Sit. Stay. Read. is a proud part of the Authors on the Air Global Network.

What happens when a simple tutoring gig takes a dangerous turn? Author Courtney Psak pulls us into The Tutor, a twisty, character-driven thriller that explores ambition, obsession, and the secrets people will go to any length to hide. Join me as we dive into her inspiration, writing journey, and the pulse-pounding story that keeps readers hooked until the last page.

This week on Crime Wave: THE SOCIETY OF UNKNOWABLE OBJECTS by Gareth Brown plunges us into a globe-trotting fantasy thriller where seemingly mundane items hide extraordinary power. When a clandestine group dedicated to guarding “unknowable objects” dispatches its newest member, Magda Sparks, to Hong Kong, she stumbles into a world of deadly secrets, arcane artifacts, and hidden betrayals. As her mission unravels, Magda realizes the true threat may not be the objects themselves but those who control them—leaving her to wonder: what happens when the society meant to protect magic is hiding the greatest magic of all? Connect with Gareth: https://www.garethbrownbooks.com/ #podcast #author #interview #authors #CrimeWavePodcast #authorsontheair #podcast #podcaster #authors #authorsofig #authorsofinstagram #authorinterview #writingcommunity #suspensebooks #authorssupportingauthors #thrillerbooks #suspense #wip #writers #writersinspiration #bookrecommendations #bookaddict #bookaddicted #bookaddiction #bibliophile #read #amreading #lovetoread #BonnarSpring #BonnarSpringBooks #bookouture #thrillers #GarethJBrown #TheSocietyofUnknowableObjects

Today in the interrogation chair, it's longtime Dossier member and friend of the show, Steve Urszenyi to discuss his third Alex Martel thriller, BLOOD OATH. Find out where this series has gone! Listen to Steve explain how his own African safari experience influenced his latest book, what stood out about his trip, and what it's like driving around a wildlife park. Was he prey to a pack of killer lions? Hear the story of when Steve and I first met, and find out how he's been such a great member of the writer community. steveurszenyi.com | thewritersdossier.com | Voice credit: Hillary Huber Follow Steve on X at https://x.com/SteveUrszenyi Substack: https://substack.com/@steveurszenyi

Chris Ciulla is the CEO of Leonardo Audio and Nor’easter Publishing. He's an on-camera actor, a voice over artist and an award-winning audiobook narrator. He partnered with Jeff Circle to bring the crime anthology Myopic Duplicity to life. Download the audio version of the Myopic Duplicity here. Spies, Lies and Private Eyes is copyrighted by Authors on the Air Global Radio Network #authorsofinstagram #authorinterview #writingcommunity #authorsontheair #suspensebooks #authorssupportingauthors #thrillerbooks #suspense #wip #writers#writersinspiration #books #bookrecommendations #bookaddict #bookaddicted #bookaddiction #bibliophile #read #amreading #lovetoread #terrencemccauley #terrencemccauleybooks #bookouture #thrillers #TheTwilightTown #ChrisCiulla #MyopicDuplicity #LeonardoAudio

Intermissions with Jeff Circle — Author of Myopic Duplicity A razor-sharp dive into the gray space between truth and deceit. Quick questions, quicker wit — and no room to hide from the answers. #florenzalee #OntheAirwithFlorenza #JeffCircle #MyopicDuplicity #OnTheAirWithFlorenza #Intermissions #AuthorSpotlight #ThrillerTalk #BookReel #RapidFire #TruthOrLie