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False Start—A Romance “Tail” About New Beginnings with Author Rebecca Minelga In this episode, I enjoyed an inspiring interview with author Rebecca Minelga about her heartwarming grumpy sunshine romance, FALSE START. When Jif and Miles meet after a tragedy, Nix, the wonderful therapy dog helps them discover love and how a special four-legged friend can heal hearts and bring comfort. We enjoyed discussing the important differences between therapy, working and service dogs, along with Rebecca’s volunteer work with seeing eye dogs. This is a delightful conversation about love, healing, and the incredible ways dogs change lives. If you love romances with four-legged characters, this is the book (and episode) for you! For more information on Rebecca, visit: rebeccaminelga.com For more about my K-9 books, visit: kathleendonnelly.com Sit. Stay. Read. is a proud part of the Authors on the Air Global Network.

Today I’m talking with British author Matt Dunn, who spent years writing romantic comedies before reinventing himself as a cozy mystery author. His Armchair Detective Mysteries follow Martin Maxwell, an 84-year-old who believes he used to be a spy, and his reluctant sidekick Albie, as they investigate a string of suspicious deaths at their seaside care home. For more information check him out here: www.mattdunn.co.uk For more information on the host, go to www.nicoleleiren.com

Acclaimed true-crime author Mikita Brottman talks to Carl about her new book, Double Life. She explores why a seemingly devoted husband enlisted his look-alike best friend to murder his wife. Brottman examines the psychology behind the murder and its devastating effects on relationships. Her previous book, Guilty Creatures, is being adapted into an Apple TV series starring Julia Garner. You can find out more about Mikita Brottman and her book here: https://mikitabrottman.com/ For more on the host, visit https://www.carlvonderau.com/ Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/7LRZF1-hgU8 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0pVgL1CNOfzfS5DS4ypR5I Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mikita-brottman-a-double-life-person-of-interest-episode-18/id687959058?i=1000800972865

In this episode, Helen Scheuerer discusses her new fantasy trilogy 'Kiss of the Black Flame,' her writing process, world-building, character development, and the themes she explores, including identity and toxic masculinity. She shares insights into her research, inspiration, and tips for aspiring writers. Resources & Links: Learn More About Bethany: https://bethanymaines.com/ Learn More About Helen: https://helenscheuerer.com/

Learn about the latest Dirk Pitt Novel from the Clive Cussler collection OBSIDIAN SKY's author, Dirk Cussler. In this episode, Jeff Circle from The Writer's Dossier explores not only the story behind the book but also what's going on with Dirk and this legendary series. Learn more at dirkcussler.com

ERIQ LA SALLE is an actor, director, producer, and author best known to worldwide television audiences for his portrayal of the commanding Dr. Peter Benton in the award-winning, critically acclaimed medical drama, E.R. He was raised in Hartford, Connecticut, and educated at Juilliard and NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts. Spies, Lies and Private Eyes is copyrighted by Authors on the Air Global Radio Network #authorsofinstagram #authorinterview #writingcommunity #authorsontheair#suspensebooks#authorssupportingauthors #thrillerbooks #suspense #wip#writers#writersinspiration #books#bookrecommendations #bookaddict #bookaddicted#bookaddiction #bibliophile #read#amreading #lovetoread #terrencemccauley#terrencemccauleybooks #bookouture #thrillers #thetwilighttown #EriqLasalle #LawsofSolomon

Straight From the Horse’s Mouth—Inside CHOMPING AT THE BIT with Dr. Matt Evans When Matt Evans first picked up a James Herriot book, he had no idea it would inspire his future career as a veterinarian. Determined to make that dream a reality, Matt headed to veterinary school, where he discovered a passion for equine medicine. There was just one small catch…he hadn't grown up around horses! But a lack of horse experience wasn't about to stand in his way. Through hard work, determination, and a few learning curves, Matt found his place in the world of equine veterinary medicine. Join us for a fun and insightful conversation about the ups and downs of equine medicine, how humor helps us navigate difficult times, and why veterinarians are often spotted wearing puffy vests. Whether you're a horse owner, an animal lover, or someone who's ever dreamed of becoming a veterinarian, there's something in this episode for you. For more information on Matt, visit: mattevanscomic.com For more about my K-9 books, visit: kathleendonnelly.com Sit. Stay. Read. is a proud part of the Authors on the Air Global Network.

What happens when the friendship you've spent years building is tested by the very truths you've spent years avoiding? Can a friendship survive when love, loyalty, and good intentions collide with the uncomfortable realities of race? On this episode of On the Air with Florenza, I welcome acclaimed author Natalie Baszile, whose bestselling novel Queen Sugar inspired the award-winning television series produced by Ava DuVernay and Oprah Winfrey. Now, Natalie returns with her powerful new novel, Friends and Family. For ten years, Babs and Nora have shared morning walks, family secrets, and the intimate details of their lives. But when a traumatic police encounter involving Nora's adopted Black son, Nathan, exposes the differences in how these two women understand race, identity, and motherhood, their seemingly unbreakable friendship begins to fracture. As Nathan seeks refuge with Babs and her family, difficult questions emerge. What does it truly mean to be an ally? Can good intentions compensate for uncomfortable truths? And when protecting someone you love means challenging someone else you love, where does loyalty belong? Join us for a thought-provoking conversation about friendship, privilege, motherhood, belonging, and the courage required to confront the truths we'd sometimes rather leave unspoken. Because sometimes the greatest test of friendship isn't whether we can stand together when life is easy, but whether we're willing to confront what divides us when it isn't. 🎧 Listen. Read. Ponder. #OnTheAirWithFlorenza #NatalieBaszile #FriendsAndFamily #QueenSugar #AuthorInterview #BlackWomenAuthors #LiteraryFiction #RaceAndIdentity #Allyship #FriendshipAndLoyalty #BooksThatMakeYouThink #BookClubReads

Before her words captivated readers and inspired a groundbreaking television series, Natalie Baszile was a woman discovering the power of her own voice. What does it take to remain true to yourself when your creative journey leads you somewhere you never imagined? On this episode of Intermissions, I welcome acclaimed author Natalie Baszile, the brilliant storyteller behind Queen Sugar and Friends and Family, for a conversation that takes us beyond the books and into the life of the woman who wrote them. From her journey as a writer and educator to the extraordinary experience of watching Queen Sugar become a beloved television series, Natalie shares insights into the experiences, influences, and personal convictions that have shaped her creative path. We explore the lessons learned along the way, the importance of staying connected to one's authentic voice, and what it means to continue growing creatively after achieving a milestone many writers only dream of. Because success may introduce the world to your work, but it's the journey that reveals the person behind it. 🎧 Listen. Read. Ponder. #IntermissionsWithFlorenza #NatalieBaszile #OnTheAirWithFlorenza #QueenSugar #FriendsAndFamily #BeyondTheBook #MeetTheAuthor #BlackWomenAuthors #WomenInLiterature #CreativeJourneys #ThePowerOfStory

Award-winning fantasy author Terrance Niedziela Jr. joins me on Mystical Metropolis to discuss his writing journey, his imaginative worlds, and the stories behind his books, including Tales of Aras: Becoming Fire & Lightning. From the inspirations behind his storytelling to the intersection of faith and fantasy, we explore his creative process, the themes woven throughout his work, and his passion for bringing extraordinary adventures to life. Connect with Terrance Niedziela Jr. at: https://terranceniedzielajr.com/tales-of-aras-2/#fire-and-lightning https://www.facebook.com/terrance.niedziela https://www.instagram.com/terranceniedzielajr Step into the world of host J. M. Shaw at www.jmshawauthor.com. Mystical Metropolis is part of the Authors on the Air Global Radio Network. Learn more: www.authorsontheair.com www.facebook.com/authorsontheair This podcast is copyrighted by Authors on the Air Global Radio Network LLC and produced by Pam Stack. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/56qDQkyilmo Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1xlwjJFLXaKQ26jLqemxb7 Listen on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/where-faith-meets-fantasy-with-terrance-niedziela-jr-1/id687959058?i=1000800099265

Description below: Dark romantasy author Clara Rhodes joins me on Mystical Metropolis to discuss her debut novel, The Bone Dagger. From her journey of turning personal grief into storytelling to the inspiration behind her dark and dangerous fantasy world, we explore the complexities of her characters, the emotional themes woven throughout her novel, and the powerful intersections of fear, love, survival, and self-discovery. Connect with Clara Rhodes: https://www.clararhodesauthor.com https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61579080374014 https://www.instagram.com/clararhodes.author https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/60685451.Clara_Rhodes Meet the author behind the microphone at www.jmshawauthor.com. Mystical Metropolis is part of the Authors on the Air Global Radio Network. www.authorsontheair.com www.facebook.com/authorsontheair This is a copyrighted podcast owned by the Authors on the Air Global Radio Network LLC and produced by Pam Stack #MysticalMetropolis #ClaraRhodes #TheBoneDagger #DarkRomantasy #Romantasy #FantasyAuthor #AuthorInterview #FantasyBooks #WritingCommunity #Authorsontheair Watch on YouTube: Listen on Spotify: Listen on Apple Podcasts:

Before he could fully embrace his own truth, he traveled halfway around the world to defend the right of others to live theirs. What does it take to find your voice when you've spent years learning to keep parts of yourself hidden? On this episode of Intermissions, I sit down with author Daniel M. Jaffe for a personal conversation about the experiences, relationships, and defining moments that shaped the man behind Russian Silhouette. From his early years navigating identity and expectations to the friendships that challenged his understanding of courage, Daniel shares how standing alongside those fighting oppression helped him recognize the importance of living authentically. We explore the intersection of faith, identity, belonging, and the unexpected ways our encounters with others can transform how we see ourselves. Because sometimes the greatest journey toward freedom isn't the one that takes us across borders. It's the one that brings us home to ourselves #IntermissionsWithFlorenza #DanielMJaffe #OnTheAirWithFlorenza #AuthorConversations #BeyondTheBook #LivingAuthentically #FindingYourVoice #CourageToBeYourself #LGBTQVoices #ThePowerOfStory

PART TWO He crossed the Iron Curtain to fight for the freedom of others, never imagining those dangerous journeys would teach him how to claim his own. What happens when fighting for someone else's freedom forces you to confront the chains you've placed around your own life? On this episode of On the Air with Florenza, I sit down with author Daniel M. Jaffe to discuss his gripping memoir, Russian Silhouette. As a closeted gay Princeton student in the late 1970s, Daniel ventured into the Soviet Union, where he became involved with an underground network of Jewish refuseniks and political dissidents risking everything for freedom. Arrested by the KGB and warned never to return, Daniel did something extraordinary. He went back. Through dangerous missions, secret deliveries, and friendships forged under surveillance, Daniel discovered that courage isn't always about standing up to those who oppress others. Sometimes, it's about finding the strength to stop hiding from yourself. Join us for an unforgettable conversation about resistance, identity, human rights, and the extraordinary ways helping others find freedom can lead us to our own. Listen to Part One: https://youtu.be/iLUd3zX_lTQ 🎧 Listen. Read. Ponder. #OnTheAirWithFlorenza #DanielMJaffe #RussianSilhouette #AuthorInterview #Memoir #LGBTQHistory #JewishHistory #HumanRights #StoriesOfCourage #FreedomAndIdentity #BooksThatMatter

PART ONE: He crossed the Iron Curtain to fight for the freedom of others, never imagining those dangerous journeys would teach him how to claim his own. What happens when fighting for someone else's freedom forces you to confront the chains you've placed around your own life? On this episode of On the Air with Florenza, I sit down with author Daniel M. Jaffe to discuss his gripping memoir, Russian Silhouette. As a closeted gay Princeton student in the late 1970s, Daniel ventured into the Soviet Union, where he became involved with an underground network of Jewish refuseniks and political dissidents risking everything for freedom. Arrested by the KGB and warned never to return, Daniel did something extraordinary. He went back. Through dangerous missions, secret deliveries, and friendships forged under surveillance, Daniel discovered that courage isn't always about standing up to those who oppress others. Sometimes, it's about finding the strength to stop hiding from yourself. Join us for an unforgettable conversation about resistance, identity, human rights, and the extraordinary ways helping others find freedom can lead us to our own. 🎧 Listen. Read. Ponder. #OnTheAirWithFlorenza #DanielMJaffe #RussianSilhouette #AuthorInterview #Memoir #LGBTQHistory #JewishHistory #HumanRights #StoriesOfCourage #FreedomAndIdentity #BooksThatMatter

Author, actor, podcaster, and Renaissance woman Jaime Parker Stickle, discusses her new thriller TAKE HART, about an investigator and new mother who looks into a local woman's disappearance while navigating postpartum anxiety disorder.