We all know that a Mary Alice Monroe novel is a ‘must have’ for a trip to the beach and with many beaches still closed (due to the Corona virus restrictions) her new novel, On Ocean Boulevard, is the perfect antidote. Mary Alice joins Lynda to

S3E2 – Kristy Woodson Harvey – 'Feels Like Falling' Rises as a Narrative Vaccine

Apr 15th, 2020 27m 34s

S3E2 – Kristy Woodson Harvey – 'Feels Like Falling' Rises as a Narrative Vaccine – We are all looking for an escape right now and Kristy Woodson Harvey provides the perfect antidote to isolation with her new book Feels Like Falling which debuts

S3E1 - Book Buy-ology - How to Hook Your Reader & Sell More Books

Feb 15th, 2020 19m 38s

“I have gone to my favorite bookstore for years, always finding the one book I wanted - and then three more I hadn’t known I wanted.” ― Mary Ann Shaffer, The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society _______________________________ Shortly

S2-E14 – FROM THE VAULT - Adrian Rice - The Importance of Poetry & Southern Porches -

Dec 19th, 2019 32m 47s

This is an episode from the vault. My conversation with the award – winning Poet, Adrian Rice is one of my favorites. I went back and listened to it again and I’d forgotten how much fun it was talking with Adrian. He shares some really importan

S2E13 – Bren McClain – The Conroy Connection & Lessons in Failed Novels -

Nov 15th, 2019 20m 41s

“Fear is the major cargo that American writers must stow away when the writing life calls them into carefully chosen ranks.” –Pat Conroy Bren McClain is fearless in her writing life and in this season finale episode the acclaimed author of ‘One

S2 E12 – Landis Wade & Ed Southern: Why You Should Attend a Writers’ Conference

Oct 15th, 2019 42m 57s

We could all use more creativity in our writing lives. Sometimes we just need a bit of encouragement and a reality check. A writing conference is a perfect place to find it. Nothing beats the authentic engagement and energy of meeting fellow wr

S2 E11 – Bren McClain –A Secret Shared, Maternal Love & A Pilgrimage to the Page

Sep 15th, 2019 32m 15s

A Secret is shared. A Story is born. Read the first paragraph of ‘One Good Mama Bone’ by Bren McClain and you’ll know why the late Pat Conroy wanted this stunning debut novel for his imprint (Story River Books). It’s Southern to the core. It’s

S2E10 - Rea Frey - Motivations, Secrets & the Relationships that Connect Them -

Aug 15th, 2019 30m 23s

Award-winning author Rea Frey sits down with Lynda to talk about her new domestic suspense novel, ‘Because You’re Mine.’ The book revolves around lots of secrets and unpredictable characters. It’s a gut-wrenching mystery with a heart-breaking,

S2 E9 – Joshilyn Jackson – Story Arc, Narrative Drive & Plot Twists

Jul 31st, 2019 27m 29s

What if someone knew your worst secret and was ready to use it against you? New York Times award-winning author Joshilyn Jackson keeps us on edge with that chilling premise in her psychological thriller 'Never Have I Ever.' Fellow author, Lee

S2E8 - FROM THE VAULT - Marketing Matters - The Creative Mind Shift-

Jul 15th, 2019 32m 19s

S2 E8 – Marketing Matters: The Creative Mind Shift – This episode is a replay of my interview with ‘Where Writers Win’ founder Shari Stauch. It was one of the most downloaded and listened to episodes from Season 1. Shari and I talk about action

S2E7 - Mary Alice Monroe - Land & Life Mirrored in Reality -

Jun 15th, 2019 33m 51s

In her newly released novel, The Summer Guests, New York Times best-selling author Mary Alice Monroe explores the complexities of relationships and the parallels between land and life. A hurricane is the catalyst that brings very different char

Mary Kay Andrews – Staying True to Your Dream

May 15th, 2019 29m 21s

The New York Times bestselling author and Queen of the Beach Reads, Mary Kay Andrews, delivers this summer’s blockbuster, Sunset Beach. In this episode Lynda takes us beyond the book and talks with Mary Kay about her back-story to becoming such

S2E6 - Mary Kay Andrews - Renovating a Life While Staying True to a Dream -

May 15th, 2019 29m 21s

S2E5 - Jim Jordan - Discovering 'The Slave Trader's Letter Book' -

Apr 29th, 2019 41m 33s

Award-winning author and historian, Jim Jordan, transports us back to 1858 in Savannah, Georgia to share the true story of the criminal life of slave trader, Charles Lamar in his award-winning book, ‘The Slave Trader’s Letter Book: Charles Lama

S2E4 - Dr. Joan Cashin - Looking Past the Traditional Civil War Narrative -

Apr 15th, 2019 36m 11s

So you think you know everything about the Civil War? Think again. In this episode, Georgia native, noted Civil War historian and award-winning author Dr. Joan Cashin provides a fresh perspective on the American Civil War and offers one of the

S2E3 - Kevin Morgan Watson - Press 53 and the Prime Purpose of Publishing

Mar 15th, 2019 42m 11s

‘Press 53’ Founder and Publisher, Kevin Watson, talks with Lynda about why running a publishing house is like ‘taming an octopus’ and the advantages for authors of being published by a small independent press. Kevin reveals why his publishing h

S2E2 - Patrice Gopo - Heritage, Ethnicity and the Value of Diversity -

Feb 15th, 2019 26m 31s

Patrice Gopo – From her white Sunday school classes as a child, to her early days of marriage in South Africa, to a new home in the American South with a husband from another land, award-winning author Patrice Gopo’s life is a testament to the

S2E1 - Kirkus Book Reviewer Bill Thompson -

Jan 8th, 2019 32m 29s

Kirkus Book Reviewer, Bill Thompson - Lynda picks the brain of one of the best book reviewers in the biz in this fascinating episode. You’ll discover what it takes to get a book review, what a reviewer looks for and valuable insider tips. ht

S1 E13 – When the Detour Becomes the Main Road

Dec 24th, 2018 8m 57s

When the Detour Becomes the Main Road – In this year-end episode, Lynda reflects on highlights from Season 1 and the common thread in each episode. She shares her thoughts on why writing matters and previews a fascinating, fun-filled Season 2.

S1 E12 – Andrew Gross – Historical Thrillers Fashioned From Family Heritage

Oct 28th, 2018 33m 25s

Andrew Gross - The best-selling author of over a dozen thrillers sits down with Lynda to talk about his compelling new historical thriller, Button Man , and the riviting inspiration behind it. He talks about his collaboration with James Patte

S1 E11 – Patti Callahan Henry – Weaving Fact and Fiction to Create Joy

Oct 6th, 2018 31m 33s

Patti Callahan Henry - New York Times best-selling author Patti Callahan Henry joins Lynda to talk about her newly released historical novel, Becoming Mrs. Lewis, which explores one of the greatest love stories of modern times. Patti shares her

S1 E10 – Lisa Patton – The Rush of a Writing Life

Sep 22nd, 2018 28m 15s

Lisa Patton - Tennessee native and best selling author, Lisa Patton, sits down with Lynda to talk about her new novel, RUSH (St. Martin's Press). She serves up some great advice for writers and shares how her time as a Vt. inn-keeper sparked he

S1 E9 – Phil S. Addis – The Making of a Playwright

Aug 22nd, 2018 15m 41s

Phil S. Addis - Playwright, actor and director Phil S. Addis joins Lynda to talk about his debut play, Gods Pinatas, the importance of local theater and the way theater can create change long after the lights have gone up. www.bookingauthorsi

S1 E8 – The Writer’s Journey

Jul 31st, 2018 7m 41s

Lynda shares her insights on the writing life and the way white water kayaking is a lot like a writer’s journey. http://www.bookingauthorsink.com

S1 E7 – Terry Sweeney – From Stage to Page with a Saturday Night Live alum

Jun 23rd, 2018 43m 3s

SNL alum, author and actor, Terry Sweeney, joins Lynda to discuss his comic memoir, his SNL days and embracing the unknown in showbiz and life. http://terrysweeneyactorwriter.com/