Author Profiles
Multi-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…
Read MoreA Special Day! Lis Angus Talks About the One-Year Book Anniversary of NOT YOUR CHILD
What a delight to be part of Lis Angus’s celebration of the book anniversary of her acclaimed debut novel, NOT YOUR CHILD, which came out one year ago today! Below, Lis talks about the novel, her journey to publication, and what’s next. First off, congratulations on the one-year book anniversary of your widely acclaimed debut…
Read MorePredictions, Probabilities, & Mystery Writing: DK Coutant Does It All
It’s always been a dream of mine to visit Hawaii, and what fun to feel as though I’m right there in DK Coutant’s EVIL ALICE AND THE BORZOI. Not only is DK’s mystery set in Hawaii, but she is the first geopolitical forecaster I’ve ever interviewed! Below are her responses to my questions, followed by…
Read MoreA Successful Collaboration: AD Price and Elizabeth Schmidt Discuss Creating the Audiobook Version of AFTER THE BLUE, BLUE RAIN
As an author and avid listener of audio books, I’ve often wondered what goes into creating the audio versions of published works. Recently, I had the opportunity to interview both novelist AD Price and her audiobook narrator, actor Elizabeth Schmidt, about their highly successful collaboration. Before getting together with Elizabeth, I wanted to know what…
Read MoreWriting About Romance and the Mob: Meet Author Kaia Misk
It’s always a thrill to welcome a debut novelist like Kaia Misk to my blog! Below are Kaia’s responses to my interview questions, followed by her bio and buy/contact links. First off, congratulations on the release of your debut novel, THE FIRSTBORN SON, the first in your Renzi Affairs Series. Can you tell our readers…
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