Author Profiles
Love 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…
Read More“More Story to Be Told”: M.E. Bakos Releases MORTAL FLIP, Her Fifth Home Renovator Mystery
I’ve always been fascinated by folks who renovate and flip houses, and M.E. Bakos has created an engaging cozy mystery series featuring a home renovator who regularly encounters plenty of intrigue, not to mention dead bodies, in her line of work. Below are her responses to my interview questions, followed by her bio and…
Read MoreSusan Van Kirk Applies Her Skills as an Educator to Her Mystery Writing
I’ve always been fascinated by the ways in which our various life experiences and career paths inform our writing. Susan Van Kirk is a terrific example of someone whose past life as a distinguished educator has helped her develop the skills to become an accomplished mystery author. I’m so delighted to welcome Susan to my…
Read MoreMystery Author Carol Preflatish Treats Setting as Character
Full disclosure: Carol Preflatish and I are active members of Derby Rotten Scoundrels, the Ohio River Valley chapter of Sisters in Crime. When I first met Carol, she told me she adored Robert B. Parker’s Jesse Stone series. I immediately knew that we had something special in common! I’m so delighted to feature Carol on…
Read MoreJudy Penz Sheluk Draws Inspiration from the Movie White Christmas and Agatha Christie’s Advice
Many writers enjoy penning short fiction, but I don ‘t know many who single-handedly create and edit anthologies. Judy Penz Sheluk has taken on this role not once but four times! This month, she celebrates the release of her fourth anthology, Larceny & Last Chances. I loved learning more about what inspired her latest anthology,…
Read MoreAlice Fitzpatrick Debuts Intriguing Mystery Series
I’ve always been drawn to books set on islands, as well as those that explore long-held family secrets. Alice Fitzpatrick’s SECRETS IN THE WATER features both, and I’m so delighted to welcome her to my blog today to talk about her novel, the first in a new series, Meredith Island Mysteries. Below are her responses…
Read MorePamela Asbury-Smith Pens Archaeological Mysteries Set in Hawaii
A trip to Hawaii occupies a prominent place on my bucket list, so it’s a special pleasure to welcome mystery author Pamela Asbury-Smith to my blog. She spent fifteen years living in Hawaii and now writes mysteries set there. Below are her responses to my interview questions, followed by her bio and buy link: Can…
Read MoreChristine Knapp Combines Her Love of Mystery and Midwifery
It never ceases to amaze me how many fascinating backgrounds and skills mystery authors bring to their stories. And Christine Knapp is definitely no exception. As a practicing midwife for many years, Christine brings a wealth of experience which lends terrific authenticity to her midwife mystery series. Below are her responses to my interview questions,…
Read MoreLove Mysteries and the Golden Age of Hollywood? You’ll Love Elizabeth Crowens’ New Series!
As a huge fan of films from the 1930s and 40s, it’s a treat to interview Elizabeth Crowens about her new mystery series set in 1940s Hollywood. Below are her responses to my interview questions, followed by her bio, book description, and buy links: First off, congratulations on the release this month of HOUNDS OF…
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