Author Interviews
Connecting Authors to Their Readers...
Paul Robertson Armchair Interview
Paul Robertson's The Heir is a book about greed, murder and mayhem--and about hope and redemption--and the path it took young Jason Boyer to get there. Published by Bethany House, a Christian publisher, The Heir is based on the Bible story of the rich man who wanted to follow Jesus, and Jesus asking him to give up all his money. The now-deceased (murdered?) power broker's life had many turns, often questionable. What does the next generation who inherits it all do about that--and how to they handle the power and position--and the "Why" of life? Ideal book for both men and women who like a good read and a great story telling.
Read our review of The Heir in our book reviews section.
Laurel Dewey Armchair Interview
Laurel Dewey's PROTECTOR, is a thriller where the human interconnectedness outplays the "thriller" aspect. This amazing first novel pits Det. Jane Perry, a smart-mouthed, loose cannon alcoholic with a little girl who needs protection because she witnessed her parents' murder. Det. Perry has visions of the future--and the "blue sense" (cop's version of sixth sense/intuition/gut reaction) plays big. Perry and the little girl have a lot of shared history--and intense scenes fill many a page. Those who have already read the book can't wait for the sequel because they just can't let go of the characters. (See our review by Jake Chism.) Laurel's blog details her years of struggle to get this book published--excellent read about persistence. Check out http://www.laureldewey.com for the first chapter.
Read our review of Protector in our book reviews section.
Patrick Hyde Armchair Interview
Author of The Only Pure Thing
Patrick Hyde's THE ONLY PURE THING, is a page-turning legal thriller. His character, Stuart Clay, is an attorney in D.C (like Hyde, a criminal defense and labor lawyer). Clay struggles with good over evil--and who is really who they say they are, in the legal system, the community, the underworld and among the homeless. A rough and tumble four days in Clay's life makes you root for him and his ideals, and you'll want more. Hyde talks about the writing and publishing process-and writing about crime.
Read our review of The Only Pure Thing: A Stuart Clay Mystery in our book reviews section.
Micheal Lane Armchair Interview
Author of Wisdom of Yawdy Rum
Micheal Lane tells a story about "paying attention" to the clues life sends you, and to what is important to you. A businessman's time is eaten up by corporate demands, and he has no time for his own dreams for the future. Placed in New Orleans, Mr. Yawdy Rum is a long-time musician playing at the Preservation Hall. Yawdy teaches the businessman a thing or two through their shared love of music and through wise, wise words. Yawdy will teach you a few things too, about music and life. Listen to our interview with Micheal Lane, feel the wind as he and Yawdy are protected against Hurricane Katrina in the Preservation Hall. This first memoir/inspirational book is a very strong offering, well-written and a pleasure to read and learn from. See our review for this book and hear Lane's enthusiams as he talks about the joy of researching this exciting project..
Libby Fischer Hellmann Armchair Interview
What is Sisters in Crime? A group of nuns in prison? A marauding family of criminals? Or a group of women dedicated to leveling the playing field in mystery writing? Find out more about this 3,000 member organization in an interview with the National President of Sisters in Crime, Libby Fischer Hellmann.
Athol Dickson Armchair Interview
Author of River Rising
River Rising is Louisiana's To Kill A Mockingbird. It should become an American classic. It will grow on you, make you ask important questions and seek answers such as: Can you be a slave and not know it? Can someone appear to be kind and benevolent and yet be truly evil? Can people with absolute power over another's life be brought down? Can separate but equal become equal together? Can the truth really set you free when you tell people and they don't believe you anyway? Is God listening and are prayers answered? You will see the worst side of man--and man at his best, seeking the God of the universe.
Join Armchair Interviews as we talk with Athol Dickson about writing River Rising, the writer's life and what is his next project. It's a fascinating interview.
Read our review of River Rising in our book reviews section.
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Judy Sheehan Armchair Interview
Author of And Baby Makes Two
Armchair Interviews and Judy Sheehan, co-creator of the popular play Tony and Tina's Wedding, get together to talk fiction writing. Judy's debut novel, And Baby Makes Two is a fun romp into the world of a 37 year-old woman whose biological clock is ticking ever faster. Love comes packaged in the form of a child from China, then it comes knocking in the form of a man. What happens next becomes a rollicking ride into a New Yorkers desire to be a parent.
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Tom Hegg Armchair Interview
Author of A Cup of Christmas Tea, PEEF Childrens Books
Join us for our armchair interview with Tom Hegg, author of A Cup of Christmas Tea and the PEEF children's books (see our PEEF reviews in the children's section of our book reviews). Tom's story of his collaboration with Warren Hanson, becoming a bestseller and the writing life is a must hear story.
Read our review of A Silent Night for PEEF in our book reviews section.
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Sean Rowe Armchair Interview
Author of Fever
Sean Rowe joined Armchair Interviews for a lively discussion about his debut thriller, Fever, the writing life and the transition from newspaper reported to novelist. We invite you to listen in as we learn about Matt Shannon, Jack Fontana and the other anti-heroes of this scintillating heist novel. Fever is daring, it's gritty and it will make you long for the next installment from this talented writer. We maintain that Rowe will be a force to reckon with in the mystery/suspense/thriller genre.
Read our review of Fever in our book reviews section.
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Judy Baer Armchair Interview
Author of Million Dollar Dilemma
Judy Baer visits Armchair Interviews to discuss her new book and a real treasure, Million Dollar Dilemma and how this unusual romp into the world of "what if" came to be... We know you'll enjoy the discussion and may even ask yourself the question, "what would I do if I won millions of dollars via the lottery, but didn't believe in gambling?"
Read our review of Million Dollar Dilemma in our book reviews section.
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Nathan Jorgenson Armchair Interview
Author of Waiting For White Horses
Nathan Jorgenson and Armchair Interviews discuss the fascinating story of the origins of Waiting For White Horses as well as the independent publishing journey of that first novel. We also talk about the rigors of writing and researching and holding down a full time job. You won't want to miss Jorgenson's take on the writing life. See our review under Great Reviews/Fiction.
Read our review of Waiting for White Horses in our book reviews section.
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Shelly Reuben Armchair Interview
Author of Tabula Rasa
Armchair Interviews spent a fascinating time with Shelly Reuben, author of Tabula Rasa. Her book is scintillating! The plot is both horrifying and scrumptious with fascinating information about arson, adoption, dancing and the consequences of an obsessive quest and the lies told to protect a loved one. Listen in as we talk about her book, the writing life and her personal life as an arson investigator and private detective. You won't want to miss this conversation with a dynamite woman!
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Roxana Robinson Armchair Interview
Author of Sweetwater
Roxana Robinson discusses her novel Sweetwater and the life of a full time fiction writer with the Armchair Interview host. Roxana is a compelling author and interview and Sweetwater is on Armchair Interviews top ten 2005 list.
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Carmela LaVigna Coyle Armchair Interview
Guest: May 11, 2005
Author of Do Princesses Wear Hiking Boots
Armchair Interviews chats with Carmela LaVigna Coyle about her children picture books, Do Princesses Wear Hiking Boots? and Do Princesses REALLY Kiss Frogs? Join us as Carmela reveals the inspiration behind her current and upcoming books and offers a few how-to's for the aspiring children's writer, as well!
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Jan Brogan Armchair Interview
Guest: May 10, 2005
Author of A Confidential Source
Join Armchair Interviews author interview with Jan Brogan as she shares first hand information about newspaper reporting, novel writing and her exciting new mystery, A Confidential Source which is filled with murder, gambling, greed, talk radio and investigative reporting.
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Kathleen Eagle Armchair Interview
Guest: April 26, 2005
Author of Night Falls Like Silk
Listen in to Armchair Interviews as we talk with Kathleen Eagle about her edge-of-the-seat suspense novel Night Falls Like Silk. We'll discuss her Native American hero Thomas Warrior, wealthy and beautiful heroine Cassandra Westbrook and the Native American ledger drawings that draw them together and may cost someone their life.
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