The conversation between Travis and Eric Bishop covers various aspects of the author community, self-publishing, and the process of writing and publishing a book. Eric also discusses his new book 'Breach of Trust' and its connection to his previous work 'The Body Man'. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including the author's writing process, character development, book marketing, and future projects. The author discusses the intricate details of his books, the inspiration behind them, and the challenges of self-publishing. He also shares insights into the importance of marketing and the impact of Kindle Unlimited on book sales.