Speculative Fiction author and podcaster, J.R. Frontera is our delightful guest for episode 68! And yes, you read the name of her book correctly. Listen as she discusses what makes a good story, reader expectations, and the inside scoop on Starship Ass origins followed by an outrageous, yet oddly familiar sample chapter. J.R. Frontera website with social media links J.R. Frontera on Amazon Wordwraiths.com The Writer Mom Life Podcast Co-Author Ethan Freckleton Scrivener (use code CHAPTER for 20% ...
May 21, 2019•42 min•Ep. 68
Urban Contemporary & Fantasy author, S. M. Muse is our delightful guest for episode 67! He talks writing advice, what inspires his writing and more before diving into book one of his latest series, The Summer People. S.M. Muse website with social media links S.M. Muse on Amazon Scrivener (use code CHAPTER for 20% off your desktop order!) Pop Goes the Culture U-Stor-All...
May 14, 2019•38 min•Ep. 67
Urban Fantasy and SciFi author Tabitha Lord is our guest this week! Having met at Planet Comicon, Jason and Tabitha have a lot of laughs talking about visual writing, the joy of writing a great scene, and her status as a grand prize winner with Writer's Digest! She also reads a riveting scene from her latest book, Equinox, book 3 in the Horizon series, which is out today! Tabitha Lord website and newsletter (with social media links) Tabitha's books on Amazon Book Club Babble Inkitt Scrivener (do...
May 07, 2019•52 min•Ep. 66
Thriller author, Brian W. Peterson is our guest for episode 65 of the show! Brian is our first guest author from Jason's trip to Planet Comicon last month. They have a few laughs talking about writing from childhood, influences, and stories that come from dreams. Then Brian dives into a sample chapter from his latest Psychological Thriller, Wager of Death! Brian W. Peterson website and book links Brian W. Peterson Twitter and Facebook Scrivener (use code CHAPTER for 20% off the desktop version!)...
Apr 30, 2019•46 min•Ep. 65
Romance Author, Bob Young, is our guest for episode 64! Hailing from Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, Bob and Jason have a great chat about Character Flaws, Writing in Romance, and whether or not Romance should always have a happy ending. After this, Bob reads a sample chapter from his WWII romance, Julia's Bombardier! Bob Young website (with social media links) Class Acts Books Scrivener (Use code CHAPTER for 20% off your desktop order!) U-Stor-All Pop Goes the Culture Jason's website...
Apr 23, 2019•53 min•Ep. 64
Best-selling YA author, Suzy Vadori is our delightful guest for episode 63! We discuss where her fantasy stories come from, her love of writing community and the value of those first few beta-readers among other things. She then dives into the first chapter of her multiple awards nominated first book, The Fountain. Suzy Vadori website with her social media links The Fountain on Amazon Scrivener (Use code CHAPTER for a 20% discount on desktop orders) U-Stor-All Pop Goes the Culture Jason's author...
Apr 16, 2019•38 min•Ep. 63
Award-winning Crime Thriller author, Roger Bray is our guest for episode 62! I had the esteemed privilege of chatting with Roger about inspiration, starting as an author and learning that "every story is a good story." Then Roger gives us a wild whodunit reading from his latest book, Blood Ribbon! Roger Bray website and blog with social media links Roger's books on Amazon Scrivener (use code CHAPTER at checkout for 20% off your desktop order!) U-Stor-All Pop Goes the Culture...
Apr 09, 2019•40 min•Ep. 62
Award-winning and best-selling author, William Bernhardt is our esteemed guest this week! Not only is he the author of over 40 books, but he's also a poet, a podcaster, a writing instructor and a very eloquent speaker. We discuss his start in legal thrillers, the friends we make in writing community, and much more before he gives us a thrilling reading from his newest series, The Last Chance Lawyer. William Bernhardt website (with links for his books, Red Sneaker Writers and his podcast that you...
Apr 02, 2019•51 min•Ep. 61
Multi-award winning horror author and freelance graphic artist extraordinaire, Ellie Douglas is our special guest this week! Ellie, who lives in New Zealand, and I have a delightful chat about creative desires and inspirations, zombie dogs, and her amazing book cover designs. Then you're sure to be on the edge of your seat with her sample chapter reading from The Dead Wake! Ellie Douglas website with social media links and her coloring books! Ellie on Patreon Scrivener (Use discount code CHAPTER...
Mar 26, 2019•40 min•Ep. 60
Talented horror authors and guys I'm lucky enough to call friends, Armand Rosamilia and Chuck Buda have returned! We find out what they've been up to, how they met and began the Mondo Method Podcast, and get some incredible writerly insights. Then they dive into the first chapter of the highly anticipated Keyport Cthulu 2! We also welcome a new sponsor Scrivener! Keyport Cthulu 2 Armand Rosamilia website with social media links Chuck Buda website with social media links Mando Method Podcast Scri...
Mar 19, 2019•51 min•Ep. 59
SciFi/Dystopian author, Anne Joyce is our delightful guest this week! Along with reading a sample chapter from her latest book, Arid, we also discuss her childhood writing and poetry and how that not only entertained her family but gave her an outlet for the trauma she was going through. We also discuss her other influences and getting back to writing after an extended break. Anne Joyce website Arid website Anne on Twitter UCM Children's Literature Festival 2019 Pop Goes the Culture Network U-St...
Mar 12, 2019•40 min•Ep. 58
Jim Christina, western author and a man of many talents is our wonderful guest for this month's bonus episode! We discuss his realistic characters and gritty novels, his radio talk show The Writer's Block, and much much more! Then Jim regales us with a chapter reading from his latest, Jefferson's Chance that's sure to leave you breathless! Jim Christina website The Writer's Block Black Dog Publishing Jim on Facebook and Amazon UCM Children's Literature Festival 2019 Pop Goes the Culture Network ...
Mar 07, 2019•42 min•Ep. 57
Sci-fi, mystery and time-travel author, J.D. Sanderson is our guest this week. Not only do we have a great conversation but today also kicks off a FREE Kindle download of his book, A Footstep Echo through March 9th! I've got mine! J.D. Sanderson on Amazon J.D. Sanderson on Goodreads His Facebook and Twitter UCM Children's Literature Festival 2019 Pop Goes the Culture Network U-Stor-All...
Mar 05, 2019•36 min•Ep. 56
Award-winning horror author, Ken Stark is our guest this week! From his zombie-filled Stage 3 series to the infested pages of Jitters, Ken's work is sure to creep you out and have you hiding under the covers at night. But you'll see that Ken himself is as soft-spoken and humble as they come as we discuss his characters, a love for painting and more before diving into a sample chapter of Arcadia Falls. Ken Stark website complete with his social media and worldwide Amazon links! (how awesome is he...
Feb 26, 2019•29 min•Ep. 55
The game is afoot this week with the hilarious and charming Sherlock Holmes parody author, G.S. Denning! We talk about how Warlock Holmes first came to life, his advice for writers and much more. Mr. Denning even has a challenge for Instagram users before reading from book one in his series, "A Study in Brimstone." G.S. Denning website with social media links Instagram Amazon Pop Goes the Culture! U-Stor-All...
Feb 19, 2019•42 min•Ep. 54
We take our first trip to Australia with this week's guest author, Chris Rosser. Originally from the UK with dreams of being an archeologist, Chris and I talk about first book jitters, blogging to find your voice and locations that inspire our writing. Then Chris reads a chapter from Weaver's Boy that is particularly spectacular as it was done in his own studio! Chris Rosser website and blog (with Amazon links for your area) Chris on Twitter U-Stor-All self-storage Pop Goes the Culture Network...
Feb 12, 2019•46 min•Ep. 53
It's time for our first ever BONUS episode! Our guest for this inaugural episode is St. Louis resident, George Sirois. You may have heard him either in voice-over work or narrating a novel or perhaps you've caught his podcast, The Excelsior Journeys! We discuss all of this and his fantastic books before he dives into a reading from his novel Excelsior. Be sure to listen through to the end for a touching personal story about the chapter and follow the links to find George online! George Sirois we...
Feb 07, 2019•50 min•Ep. 52
We're kicking off February with New York Times best-selling author, Tosca Lee! Listen in as we discuss her writing habits and how she equates a good book to a roller coaster, her family support system at home and the inception behind her latest book, The Line Between. Be sure to stay tuned for her wonderful reading at the end and follow the link below for her website and everywhere she can be found! Tosca Lee website Pop Goes the Culture U-Stor-All...
Feb 05, 2019•32 min•Ep. 51
Episode 50 features the incredibly busy, yet so fun to talk to, author L.M. Riviere. We discuss her inspirations and aspirations for her debut epic fantasy novel, The Sons of Mil. She spills a bit about her love for Lord of the Rings and television of the '80s and we ask her the most dreaded question for any author! Hear her sample chapter and more by clicking play! L.M. Riviere website (includes links to all her social media) Amazon Goodreads Giveaway! MBRadio Pop Goes the Culture...
Jan 29, 2019•50 min•Ep. 50
After a long bout of illness and technical issues, we're back with our first Author Sample Chapter of 2019! Lee Blauersouth (pronounced just as it looks) is a mental health therapist and comic creator from Minnesota who joins us with her first novel in the Second Sentinels series. We discuss her history in comics and how it became her own source of creative therapy eventually leading to her first book. It's fascinating to note that she features four main characters that are split into parts of e...
Jan 22, 2019•46 min•Ep. 49
After a brief hiatus, Jason takes us on a journey looking back at all of the amazing authors who've come on the show in the last half of 2018 including a few notable celebrities! He also touches on goals for 2019 and some big changes coming soon!
Jan 09, 2019•25 min
Speculative Thriller Fiction and Horror author, WB Welch is our guest this week! Ever aware of the inspirations which surround her, WB likes to dive into the darker side of human emotions and perhaps add a Lovecraftian twist before it's done. We discuss this, her past writings, and what's coming next before she reads the short story, Her. Click the links below to follow WB! Website wbwelch.com WB Blog Baby Muncher WB Welch on Amazon...
Dec 18, 2018•44 min•Ep. 47
Ernest Solar is an adventurer of epic proportions given that his passion is in the search for the legendary bigfoot! Listen in as we discuss how he's turned his real-life experiences into page-turning stories then he reads a sample chapter from his book, Spirit of Sasquatch. Ernest on Amazon Ernest on Facebook Ernest on Twitter...
Dec 11, 2018•57 min•Ep. 46
Artist, Author, Poet, and Musician, Michael A O'Leary Jr is our guest this week! While Michael has a few books of his own already, this week we discuss his newest work which is a collection of art, poetry, and short stories by himself as well as various other artists and authors. It's called the Subverted Fairy Project and believe me when I say, it's incredible! Listen in as we talk about its inception and the influences behind what is to be the first of a series. As always, follow the links to ...
Dec 04, 2018•38 min
Comic creator and novelist, Scott Meyer, is our guest this week! Whether you know him from his hilarious comic, Basic Instructions, or his mega-successful Magic 2.0 book series chances are you've heard his name. We spend some time discussing his background and inspiration, a mutual admiration for audiobooks, and he gives aspiring writers a nugget of wisdom. Then Scott dives into a chapter from his amazing SciFi book, Master of Formalities! Click the links below to find his website and where to f...
Nov 27, 2018•54 min
Happy Thanksgiving! We have a sweet "treat" for you this week in our interview with Award winning, USA Today bestselling author, Sally Berneathy! You don't want to miss out hearing how she was inspired to write her mystery series, Death By Chocolate, and the Charley's Ghost series. We also talk recipes, finding the right voice for audio books, a free offer on book one in Death By Chocolate and then she reads a sample chapter from the newest addition in the series! Click the links below for her w...
Nov 20, 2018•44 min
Our guest this week is an author, speaker, and all-around lovely woman, Elizabeth Clamon. Mrs. Clamon seeks to help others find healing in those times in our lives when we feel most broken by sharing pieces of her own heartbreak. She was amazing to speak with and you will find yourself anxious to learn more after hearing her sample chapter! Follow the links to find her, and her newest book which debuts November 14th for .99! Website Amazon: Beauty Rising Facebook: Elizabeth Clamon Speaker Clamon...
Nov 14, 2018•36 min
Joe Moore seems to be a collector of accomplishments. He is a professor at the University of Central Missouri, an avid radio commentary fan and host, an incredibly active guy within the community and you can now add "author" to his list of accomplishments! Join us as we discuss the genesis of his first book, how he went about diving into the subject matter, and how he is donating the proceeds to charity! You don't want to miss this or the links below to follow Joe! Amazon Joe's blog Listen to Jo...
Nov 06, 2018•50 min
Author, podcaster, and host of the nationally syndicated movie review show, Fat Guys At The Movies, Kevin Carr is our guest this week! Kevin and I had a great time talking movies, books, and some of his influences. We cover a few of his early stories and what he's got coming soon before diving into his short story Paperweight! Click the links below to find Kevin and his show or just type in "Fat Guys at the Movies" into wherever you listen to podcasts then head over to Amazon for his books! Fat ...
Oct 30, 2018•51 min•Ep. 40
Frank Edler, aka Mr. Frank of the Bizzong Podcast, is our esteemed guest this week! We sip some wine, smoke a cigar, and discuss the finer points of educating listeners in the art of the Bizarre! Yeah right. But seriously, Frank had me cracking up with tales of where his stories come from, his podcast show, and his philosophy on reviews. Finally, we get to hear a sample chapter from Frank's newest book, Scatterbrain , available now! Be sure to follow the links to get his book and to follow him a...
Oct 23, 2018•42 min•Ep. 39
