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I had the absolute honor of hosting international best-selling author, producer, screenwriter, and filmmaker, Tess Gerritsen on the podcast! Tess joined me to talk about her brand-new series, The Martini Club, set in the Midcoast region of Maine.
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like Liked“ James Wade’s newest novel, Hollow Out the Dark , is a masterpiece of atmospheric crime fiction; a worthy successor to the likes of William Gay and Cormac McCarthy. Set in East Texas, it is an epic, and age-old, story of greed and generational betrayal—where vengeance is swift and forgiveness a long time coming.” Kathleen Kent, NYT bestselling author of Black Wolf I was thrilled to welcome back four-time guest James Wade of the podcast to talk about his gripping new release, Hollow Out the Dark – a Depression-era gothic crime thriller wrapped in a whiskey war. It’s edge-of-your-seat storytelling at its finest. We dive into the novel’s powerful themes of brotherhood, its echoes of Cain and Abel, James’s thoughtful use of epigraphs, his unique writing process, and his uncanny ability to craft complex, unforgettable villains. We even get a sneak peek at his upcoming summer 2025 release. We packed a lot into this episode, so don’t miss it. Thanks for joining me once again, James! James Wade recommends: Turtle House by Amanda Churchill; Orbital by Samantha Harvey; the work of Lauren Groff; the work of Robert Gwaltney. Place your hold here for all James Wade titles.…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedBelinda Bauer on The Impossible Thing… A Crime Story Like No Other A taut, brilliantly imagined novel packed with intrigue at every turn, The Impossible Thing cements Belinda Bauer’s place as one of our great crime writers. From the two-time winner of the CWA Crime Novel of the Year and Sunday Times bestselling author of Snap and Exit, this gripping new mystery follows a young girl, an impossible discovery, and a crime that remained unsolved for a century—until now. Blending crime caper with historical mystery, Bauer crafts a story so compelling it’s impossible to put down . In this episode, she shares the fascinating true story behind the novel—the real-life case of the missing Maitland eggs—along with insights into the book’s intricate structure, the challenges of writing it, and how her screenwriting background shaped the narrative flow. Plus, she reveals why she always knows the last line of her books before she begins. Belinda, thank you for such an insightful and engaging conversation! It was a true joy to have you on the show. Belinda Bauer recommends: Tommy the Bruce by James Yorkston; High Rollers by Jack Bowman, and Cryptonomicon by Neal Stephenson. Place your holds here for all Belinda Bauer titles. Follow Belinda Bauer on Facebook.…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedI had the absolute honor of hosting international best-selling author, producer, screenwriter, and filmmaker, Tess Gerritsen on the podcast! Tess joined me to talk about her brand-new series, The Martini Club , set in the Midcoast region of Maine. The first book, The Spy Coast , introduces Maggie Bird, a retired spy who stumbles upon a secret group of former FBI and CIA agents living in the quiet town of Purity, Maine. But when a dead body turns up in her driveway, Maggie quickly realizes retirement isn’t as peaceful as she’d hoped! In the second book, The Summer Guests , the stakes get even higher when a young girl is kidnapped, drawing Maggie and her crew back into the action. During our chat, Tess shared the fascinating origin story behind The Spy Coast , how the book is unexpectedly autobiographical, and how the second book evolved. Plus, she gives us a sneak peek at what’s in store for book three! This was an absolutely fantastic conversation—I had a blast. Huge thanks to Tess Gerritsen for joining me! I know we’ll all be eagerly waiting for the next installment. Tess Gerritsen recommends: You Are Fatally Invited by Ande Pliego. Place you hold for all the Tess Gerritsen books out there, including her famous Rizzoli & Isles series!…
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