Author Profiles
A 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…
Read MoreWho Can Resist a Dachshund Named Porkchop? Talking with S.A. Kazlo About Her New Release
I’m delighted to welcome back S.A. Kazlo who has a new release in her Samantha Davies mystery series. Her series features an unforgettable dachshund sidekick and reflects her strong interest in the craft of rug hooking. Below are her responses to my interview questions, followed by her bio and buy links. First off, congratulations on…
Read MoreAffairs of the FBI and the Heart: Meet Author Suzanne Baginskie
What a delight to interview Suzanne Baginskie who has created an exciting series of standalone novels, all featuring FBI characters. Below are her responses to my interview questions, followed by her bio and contact/buy links: First off, congratulations on your FBI Affairs series of novels! I don’t know too many writers whose publishers offer them…
Read MoreA Passion for Venice: Meet Agatha-Nominated Author Nina Wachsman
In her Agatha-Nominated debut novel, The Gallery of Beauties, Nina Wachsman does such a wonderful job of bringing seventeenth century Venice to life that the city itself becomes a character. In her guest essay, Nina discusses her fascination with Venice, her personal connection to the city, and the inspiration behind her work. VENICE, CITY OF…
Read MoreFrom Violinist to Award-Winning Writer and Lecturer: Meet Erica Miner
When fate intervened to prematurely end her distinguished career as a violinist with the Metropolitan Opera, Erica Miner successfully reinvented herself as an award-winning author, screenwriter, arts journalist, and lecturer. As a former dancer-turned-writer, I feel a special kinship with Erica and am so delighted to welcome her to my blog today as she celebrates…
Read MoreRiveting Characters Are Her Specialty: Meet Medical Thriller Author/Physician Tammy Euliano
Tammy Euliano has worked just as hard at finetuning her skills as a professional writer as she has at developing her expertise as a physician, educator, and researcher. Below are her responses to my interview questions, followed by her bio and contact/buy links: First off, congratulations on the release of Misfire, the second novel in…
Read MoreWhere Do Characters Come From? Guest Essay by Mystery Author Skye Alexander
I’m so delighted to welcome Skye Alexander to my blog today whose second novel in her Lizzie Crane cozy mystery series, What the Walls Know, was just published by Level Best Books. In her guest essay, Skye thoughtfully discusses the centrality of characters in our work and our lives as writers. Following her essay, you…
Read MoreMeet Award-Winning Indie Author Amy Pendino
One of the joys of being an active member of Sisters in Crime is getting to know so many talented authors like Amy Pendino. Her newly released novel, WILD HORSES, continues the riveting stories of two strong women from different eras. Below are Amy’s responses to my interview questions, followed by her bio which includes…
Read MoreAuthor Linda Lovely Loves “Smart, Independent Women” Like Kylee Kane in NEIGHBORS TO DIE FOR
Author Linda Lovely figured out the perfect setting for conflict, murder, and mayhem—homeowners associations! She’s just released the second novel in her HOA series, NEIGHBORS TO DIE FOR. Adept at writing in multiple genres, Lovely talks below about her latest release and her writing career. First off, congratulations on the release of your second novel…
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