Author Profiles
Embracing the World of Indie Publishing: A Guest Essay by Debut Thriller Author Nannette Potter
Contemporary authors have a variety of publishing options, and I’m delighted to welcome Nannette Potter to my blog today as she celebrates the release of her debut thriller, PIERCE THE DARKNESS, and discusses her decision to pursue publishing as an Indie author. Below is Nannette’s guest essay, her bio, a description of PIERCE THE DARKNESS,…
Read MoreTalking with LC Hayden About Her Award-Winning Career in Multiple Genres
As a writer who rarely ventures far from mysteries, I’m always so impressed with authors who successfully write in multiple genres. LC Hayden definitely qualifies! Below are her responses to my interview questions, followed by her bio and contact/buy links: You have had such an incredible award-winning writing career spanning so many genres—everything from crime…
Read MoreMary Seifert Pens Cozy Mysteries (With Thrills Included)
I’m so delighted to welcome Mary Seifert to my blog today who has a new release out in her Kate & Maverick Cozy Mystery Series. I loved her description of her cozy mysteries as “throzies” since they include some thrilling elements! Below are her responses to my interview questions, followed by her bio and buy/contact…
Read MoreHelping Writers On Their Journey: An Interview with Judy Penz Sheluk
When I began writing, I had so many questions about what to do and where to go once I felt I was ready to find a publishing home for my work. Thanks to Judy Penz Sheluk, writers now have a great resource to help them navigate their publishing options. Below is my interview with Judy…
Read MoreMulti-Genre Author DonnaRae Menard Prefers “Jumping the Rails”
I’m so delighted to welcome DonnaRae Menard back to my blog today. DonnaRae has two very different new books out this year. In her guest essay, she explains why the advice to find your writing niche and stick to it has never worked for her! JUMPING THE RAILS By DonnaRae Menard Years ago, when I…
Read MoreThe Return of Rufus: Author Marilyn Levinson Talks About Her Magical Middle Grade Series
Marilyn Levinson writes terrific mysteries and novels both for kids and adults, and it’s a pleasure to feature her on my blog today as her lovable fourth grade character Rufus returns. Below are her responses to my interview questions, followed by her bio and buy/newsletter links: First off, congratulations on the reissue of your delightful,…
Read MoreCathi Stoler Pens Delightful Fourth Novel in her On the Rocks Mystery Series
Having just returned from New York City, a place I love dearly, it’s a special treat to welcome mystery author Cathi Stoler to my blog, who has set her On the Rocks Mystery Series mainly in a restaurant on New York’s Lower East Side. Below, Cathi talks about her series and writing journey and offers…
Read MoreA Conversation with Award-winning Author Lynda Rees, “the Murder Guru”
As many of you know, I’m an active member and former president of Derby Rotten Scoundrels, the Ohio River Valley chapter of Sisters in Crime. One of our outstanding members is Lynda Rees, multi-award winning author of romantic mystery and suspense. In today’s interview, Lynda talks about her background, her latest two launches, and other…
Read MoreMystery Author Judy Alter Talks About Her Latest Release and the Best First Line She Ever Wrote
What a treat to welcome prolific author Judy Alter back to my website. Judy not only talks about her new release and writing journey but shares the best first line she ever wrote—and it’s a doozy! Below are her responses to my interview questions: First off, congratulations on the release of IRENE DEEP IN TEXAS…
Read MoreTaking On Ageism in Her Delightful Mystery Series: Meet Debut Author Cheryl Rodgers
As someone who was a big fan of Hart to Hart and has always loved husband-and-wife amateur sleuths, I’m delighted to welcome debut author Cheryl Rodgers to my blog today! Today marks the release of Cheryl’s MYSTERY AT CLARKE MANSION, the first in her Kate & Nick Mystery series. Below are her responses to my…
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