Author Profiles
Feeling Grateful (And A Bit Overwhelmed!)
As 2025 is about to begin, I’m feeling so grateful for my wonderful family and the lovely husband I get to share my life with. How did I get so lucky to marry a man who’s not only hilarious and incredibly caring, but whose hobby is cooking? I have no idea, but I’m not asking…
Read MoreAfter More Than Two Decades at the Met, Erica Miner Has Plenty of Murder-Worthy Material
Having spent much of my career in the performing arts, I cannot resist arts-centered mysteries, and Erica Miner’s Julia Kogan Mystery series is one of my absolute favorites! Erica’s background gives her series such richness, and I’m delighted to feature her on my blog today as she celebrates a new release in her series. First…
Read MoreFrom Musical Theater to YA Fantasy Author: Meet Kristina Elyse Butke
It’s such a pleasure to welcome another young adult author (and SHU Alum!) to my blog. Below are her responses to my interview questions, followed by her buy and contact links. First off, congratulations on the release of your YA fantasy, SON OF THE SIREN. Can you share with our readers a bit about the…
Read MoreAuthor Lori Pollard-Johnson Talks about “The Allure of Mysteries”
As an avid mystery reader and writer, I’m delighted to feature mystery author Lori Pollard-Johnson’s guest essay in which she discusses why so many of us are addicted to mysteries. Lori has two recent cozy mystery releases, Corpse in the Craftsman’s Cottage and Toxic Torte. The Allure of Mysteries by Lori Pollard-Johnson …
Read MoreA Genuine Love for Writing: Meet Horror Author Vic Kerry
One of my favorite parts of earning my MFA in Writing Popular Fiction was being exposed to wonderful writers working in genres so different from my own. I learned that good writing is good writing, and today, I’m delighted to feature horror writer Vic Kerry, another Seton Hill University alum. You are the published author…
Read MoreFrom Growing Up in a Spooky House to Mystery Writing: Meet A.J. Fotheringham
Next month, A.J. Fotheringham’s latest Bailey Summers Mystery, SUMMERS IN THE CITY, comes out. I’m delighted to feature Anne on my blog today as she talks about her writing and her background, which provided such wonderful preparation for a mystery author. What inspired you to write the Bailey Summers Mysteries? And why did you decide…
Read MoreCelebrating a New Release in Joseph R.G. DeMarco’s Marco Fontana Mystery Series
In creating his popular Marco Fontana Mystery series, Joe DeMarco draws on his own rich background as an Italian gay man based in Philadelphia. As he notes, the city itself is a character in the series. Below are his responses to my interview questions, followed by his bio and contact/buy links: First off, congratulations on…
Read MoreS.A. Kazlo Offers a Halloween Treat for Cozy Mystery Lovers
I’m so delighted to welcome S.A. Kazlo back to my blog to talk about her novel, PUPS, PUMPKINS AND MURDER, a perfect way to savor our enjoyment of the fall season. Below are her responses to my interview questions, followed by her bio, contact, and buy links: It’s hard to believe that when I first…
Read MoreLove of Her Characters Inspires Winona Kent to Give Them More Adventures
My extended family is peppered with jazz musicians, so not surprisingly, I found Winona Kent’s Jason Davey series irresistible. Having just released her fifth mystery in the series, Winona talks about her writing career and process, followed by her bio and buy links: First off, congratulations on the release of Bad Boy, the fifth book…
Read More“An Exciting First Line” Comes First for Award-Winning Short Fiction Writer Shannon Taft
I admit it. All my ideas seem to arrive in novel length. I’m in awe of short story writers, and Shannon Taft is one of the masters of the genre. Below are her responses to my interview questions, followed by her bio and buy links: First off, congratulations on the publication this month of your…
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