Authors On The Air Global Radio Network

Andrea Hairston is a playwright and the author of multiple books, including Redwood and Wildfire, Lonely Stardust, and Masters of Poison. Today, she visits The OTHERWORLDS to discuss her debut novel, Mindscape, which won the Carl Brandon Parallax Award and was nominated for the Philip K. Dick Award and James Tiptree Jr. Award after its original publication in 2006. Mindscape has been re-released by Tor 19 years after its original publication. Andrea chats about the dangers of siloing, Mindscape's relevance in the world today, how it feels having a book re-released by a major trad publisher 19 years after it's small press debut, manufacturing narratives to retain power, the key to changing the world, and hope. To learn more about Andrea and Mindscape, visit Andrea's website https://andreahairston.com/ or follow Andrea on Bluesky @andreahairston.bsky.com or Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dangerouswomeninc/

Writing while working a day job? It’s a lot. In episode one of The Write Frame of Mind, Adrienne sits down with USA Today bestselling author Tracey Devlyn to talk time, energy, and headspace—how she built routines, uses coaching tools, and pays attention to health triggers to protect her creativity. She walks through simple strategies that helped her beat blocks and keep going. Go ahead and steal what works for you. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Tracey Devlyn and Her Journey 02:57 Balancing Writing with a Day Job 05:29 Managing Time and Creative Energy 08:23 Dealing with Fatigue and Mental Health 10:45 The Importance of Routine and Goal Setting 13:31 Recognizing Triggers and Mindfulness 16:02 The Role of Life Coaching in Writing 18:44 Finding Your Writing Process 21:09 Connecting with Tracey Devlyn Author’s Website: https://traceydevlyn.com Author Bio: Tracey Devlyn is a USA Today bestselling author of contemporary and historical suspense, often layered with mystery, romance, and environmental crime. De

In Episode 51 of Undercurrents of Romance, Tracey Devlyn sits down with author Aurora Palit to discuss her new contemporary romance, HONEY AND HEAT. She’s the heir apparent. He’s the one-night stand who got her job. A sizzling, heartfelt story of ambition, identity, and finding love where you least expect it. Full of family drama, second chances, and sharp banter—this romance brings the heat and the heart. Love this episode? Rate it ⭐️ Thumbs Up

What secrets lie buried in The Second Grave? In this episode, I sat down with fellow K-9 author Jeffrey B. Burton to talk about his second book in the Chicago K-9 Thriller Series, The Second Grave. In The Second Grave, it’s just another day and another case for dog trainer Cory Pratt with his cadaver dogs Alice and Rex. But when they uncover a mass grave with three bodies and a single grave more than thirty years old, Cory and his detective sister Crystal are thrust into a deadly investigation. Will Cory, Crystal, Alice and Rex become the next victims? Tune in for this conversation with Jeffrey B. Burton—where crime fiction, cold cases, and canine heroes collide. For more about Jeffrey B. Burton visit: jeffreybburton.com/index.html 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 in the interrogation chair, it's debut author Gene Koon with his book, ANOTHER TRY. Find out why Jeffery Deaver said, "I love this novel!" and why Michael Connelly called it, "Wonderful." Hear about Gene's work in The Hague working on the Slobodan Milošević trial and how he grew up with an airplane wing in his bedroom. Welcome, to The Dossier Podcast! genekoon.com | thewritersdossier.com | Voice credit: Hillary Huber

Mr. Robert A. Adamcik was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio and graduated with a degree in History from The Ohio State University in 1989. Upon graduation, he was commissioned an Ensign in the United States Navy and served for 20 years as a Surface Warfare Officer, serving on six ships during the course of Operations Desert Storm, Southern Watch, Stabilise, Enduring Freedom, and Iraqi Freedom. He retired from the Navy as a Lieutenant Commander in 2009 but still serves on board a ship as a volunteer tour guide at the Battleship Wisconsin Museum. He resides in Norfolk, Virginia with his wife Kate and their several dogs and cats. 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

Kathleen Jennings is the author of multiple works, including Flyaway and her latest, Honeyeater. She's also an illustrator, and both her writings and illustrations have been nominated for multiple awards, including Locus Awards, Hugos, British Fantasy Awards, and World Fantasy Awards. Kathleen visits The Otherworlds to talk about her new novel, Honeyeater, out September 2 in the U.S. and September 16 in Australia. Kathleen talks about how Covid and living in a place that floods influenced Honeyeater, people making bad choices in backyards, the mythic weight some places have, writing suburban Australian gothic, being edited by Ellen Datlow, and more! To learn more about Honeyeater, Kathleen, and her other books, visit her author website https://tanaudel.wordpress.com, follow her on Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/tanaudel?igsh=MXEybmpuYzZkY2pqMg==, or follow her on Bluesky @tanaudel.bsky.social To learn more about Kathleen's work as an illustrator, visit https://www.kathleenjennings.com

Angeline Boulley, an enrolled member of the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians, is a storyteller who writes about her Ojibwe community in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. She is a former Director of the Office of Indian Education at the U.S. Department of Education. Her debut novel Firekeeper's Daughter was an instant #1New York Times bestseller and recipient of many international accolades including the ALA Printz and Morris Awards; the YA Goodreads Choice Award; the Walter Award for Outstanding Children's Literature; and is Carnegie Mellon nominated. Angeline lives in southwest Michigan, but her home will always be on Sugar Island. Killer Women Podcast is copyrighted by Authors on the Air Global Radio Network #podcast #author #interview #authors #KillerWomen #KillerWomenPodcast #authorsontheair #podcast #podcaster #killerwomen #killerwomenpodcast #authors #authorsofig #authorsofinstagram #authorinterview #writingcommunity #authorsontheair #suspensebooks #authorssupportingauthors #thrillerbooks #suspens

Uncovering Buried Secrets—R. Weir on Cold Cases, Cults, and K-9 Heroes Award-winning author R Weir joins me on the podcast to discuss his gripping new mystery, Justice For The Forgotten. In this mystery, retired police officer Donnie Steel and his loyal K-9 partner, Kogel, are hired to dig into a cold case murder—only to find themselves up against a powerful cult leader determined to keep dark secrets buried. We chat about R’s inspiration for his newest series, how he creates his characters, and crafting page-turning suspense. If you enjoy crime fiction filled with relentless investigators, unexpected twists, and unforgettable characters (human and K-9), you won’t want to miss this conversation. For more about R. Weir visit: rweirauthor.com/ For more about my K-9 books, visit: kathleendonnelly.com

This week on Crime Wave: In Claire Douglas’ The Wrong Sister, sisters Tasha and Alice couldn’t be more different—Tasha is a busy suburban mom, Alice a globe-trotting scientist. When Alice offers to swap lives for a week so Tasha can take a much-needed break, it seems like the perfect arrangement. But the generous lifeline quickly spirals into a nightmare, and it becomes clear that the sisters’ past—and their secrets—are not as buried as they thought. A slow-burning thriller about identity, trust, and frightening family ties. #podcast #author #interview #authors #CrimeWavePodcast #authorsontheair #podcast #podcaster #authors #authorsofig #authorsofinstagram #authorinterview #writingcommunity #suspensebooks #authorssupportingauthors #thrillerbooks #suspense #wip #writers#writersinspiration #bookrecommendations #bookaddict #bookaddicted #bookaddiction #bibliophile #read #amreading #lovetoread #BonnarSpring #BonnarSpringBooks #bookouture #thrillers #ClaireDouglas #TheWrongSister

Tracey Devlyn is a USA Today bestselling author of contemporary and historical suspense, which often contains elements of mystery, romance, and environmental crime. Visit her website at https://www.traceydevlyn.com 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 #TraceyDevlyn #FlashPoint

Author Catharina Steel talks The Vanishings—how beta readers and writing coaches shape revisions, why ‘deleted scenes’ folders matter, and how nature inspires stronger, braver characters. Buy the book at https://books2read.com/u/bM8DlX

A dash of mystery, a sparkle of magic, and all things cozy! Elle interviews fellow cozy authors in this bookish podcast from Authors on the Air. Today on the podcast, meet Leah Cutter, author of magical cozy mystery like The Water Witch mysteries and delicious cozy fantasy like the Ice Elf series–and many other books besides! Elle and Leah talk about Leah’s writing process, water magic, quirky characters, and the joy of discovering a new world. Happy listening! Leah’s Bio: Leah Cutter writes page-turning, wildly imaginative fiction set in exotic locations such as a magical New Orleans, the ancient Orient, Hungary, the Oregon coast, rural Kentucky, Seattle, Minneapolis, and many others. She writes fantasy, mystery, science fiction, literary, and horror fiction. Her short fiction has been published in magazines like Alfred Hitchcock’s Mystery Magazine and Talebones, anthologies like Fiction River, and on the web. Her long fiction has been published both by New York publishers as well as small presses. Find

Brandy Schillace is smarter than most of us (she's definitely smarter than me!), and she's using her creativity and intelligence to develop one of my new fave amateur sleuths. Learn all about Jo Jones, the neurodivergent and brilliant star of The Dead Come to Stay, plus Syrian artifacts, the importance of found families, and the coolest thing Brandy keeps on her desk. Learn more about Brandy Schillace: https:https://brandyschillace.com/ Learn more about HOST Melissa Westemeier: https://www.melwestemeier.com/

Natasha Pulley has, at times, called Japan, China, and Peru home She teaches creative writing students at Bath Spa University and is the international bestselling author of several novels, including The Watchmaker of Filigree Street, The Bedlam Stacks, The Mars House, and her latest, The Hymn to Dionysus. Natasha chats about her choice of narrator for The Hymn to Dionysus, writing a character with PTSD, which character in the book is most like her, the appeal of writing about ghosts, and more! For more information about Natasha and The Hymn to Dionysus, visit Natasha's website https://natashapulley.co.uk/ or follow her on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/natasha_pulley/

Exploring the Mind of Timothy J. Smith: Writing, Social Consciousness & Fire on the Island In this thought-provoking conversation, award-winning author Timothy J. Smith shares how his diverse upbringing shaped his social consciousness and how literature and history influence his storytelling. From the importance of generational memory to the role of fiction in addressing pressing social issues, Smith dives into the deeper layers of writing with purpose. His latest novel, Fire on the Island, blends a romantic thriller with a poignant exploration of the Syrian refugee crisis, reminding us how storytelling can both entertain and illuminate.

In Episode 50 of Undercurrents of Romance, Tracey Devlyn sits down with USA Today bestselling author Joanna Shupe to discuss her new historical romance, THE GILDED HEIRESS. A stolen baby. A street performer. A con man with a grudge.
A Gilded Age romance brimming with ambition, deception, and sizzling chemistry—plus a moment in a sleigh that changes everything. Love this episode? Rate it ⭐️ Thumbs Up

How Dogs Help Us Find Hope and Heal with Rebecca Minelga Author and speaker Rebecca Minelga joins me to share her powerful novel, Third and Long, about Abby, a trauma survivor who finds purpose through her therapy dog, Gen. When Abby crosses paths with young Dylan and his father, Scott, their lives become intertwined in ways that test love, loss, and resilience. We also discussed Rebecca’s passion for raising guide dog puppies, her next adventure working a therapy dog, and how she uses the power of words to explore who we are—and who we are becoming. This episode is perfect for anyone who loves moving stories about second chances, courage, and the bonds that change us. For more about Rebecca and Third and Long, 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.

New York Times bestselling author, Anne Hillerman, discusses her new fabulous release, SHADOW OF THE SOLSTICE. With a pending visit from Washington looming on the horizon, Navajo Nation Police Lieutenant Jim Chee and Officer Bernadette Manuelito become embroiled in the investigation of an unidentified corpse. As pressures intensify at work, additional pressures boil up at home—all with the potential for deadly consequences. "Anne Hillerman is a star."—J. A. Jance, New York Times bestselling author Listen in as we chat about why hope is so important, the real life events that inspired this story, and find out what makes her heart sing! (And yes, I ask about Robert Redford’s cameo in Dark Winds!) https://www.annehillerman.com https://www.mariesutro.com/twisted-passages-podcast ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Anne Hillerman continues the mystery series her father Tony Hillerman created beginning in 1970. All of Anne's books are New York Times best sellers. The popular Dark Winds TV series is based on the Hillerman books. A

Today in the interrogation chair, it's U.S. Navy lawyer turned thriller writer, K.T. Konkoly with her debut novel, ADRIFT. Does her last name sound familiar? It should. K.T. joins another Konkoly already in the Dossier family. Learn how K.T. went from the navy's JAG office in San Diego, to becoming a east coast lawyer in Maine ... but why she passed her bar exam in New Jersey of all places. With her impressive debut from Thomas and Mercer out on 8/26/25, K.T. talks about her thrilling new novel, ADRIFT, and her lead character, Kari Sharpe. Welcome to The Dossier Podcast. ktkonkoly.com | thewritersdossier.com | Voice credit: Hillary Huber