Bestselling writer, Rachel Howzell Hall, introduced us to Sunny Rush LAPD detective with a perfect record, until she's fired and relocates to Haven as a PI. Sunny's story continues in Mist and Malice which is as atmospheric as the secrets hidden in this small town.

Rachel talks about her inspiration for this character, her thoughtful approach to storytelling and how her books are described as "cozies on crack."

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Bestselling writer, Melissa de la Cruz discusses her new novel This Song Is About Me, which explores the world of celebrity, music, and the pressures of fame through a unique interview-style narrative. Melissa talks about her tough Gen X roots, her creative process, the impact of social media, and her journey as a writer.

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The Masala Chai Mystery Club by MJ Soni is her debut mystery, written after spending a career in medicine and scientific research. MJ creates a wonderful cast of characters led by a retired librarian. For those who are fan of an amateur sleuths, you will like Neeti and her friends as what begins as a book club becomes a group of women with agency who try to solve the mystery of a dead neighbor.

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Best selling writer, Joyce Maynard, talks about her new book, In Wonderland, which just published. It is a coming of age story about a fourteen year old girl, Frances, who spends the summer with a wealthy family at a lake house in Maine. Joyce talks about how she begins with character, how she approaches storytelling and the connections to her previous books. Joyce also offers memoir writing retreats to capture moments in our lives with reflection. More information can be found at www.joycemaynard.com

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Jean Kwok is the award-winning, New York Times and international bestselling writer and discusses her new book, Dominion, which is the first story in the Silk and Iron trilogy. Jean explains how she created four worlds within one world, the characters and the qualities of each. It is the beginning of a wonderful saga which offers a great escape from reality.

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Award winning writer, Christina McDonald shares insights from her latest novel, All the Lies We See, about a woman framed for a viral murder video, and how societal confirmation bias fuels the fire. She also talks about how she is kinesthetic and how that impacts her approach to writing.

A journalist who specializes in travel, food and design, Juliet Izon, talks about her debut novel, The Encore. While studying at a conservatory of music, two musicians Anna and Will become the best of friends and lose touch after graduation. Each have pursued different music careers and reconnect after almost sixteen years. Travel on the tour bus with them and Lottie as they all begin to get to know each other. Filled with heart and incredible music references, Juliet's debut is spectacular.

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When two award winning writers, Alexandra Sokoloff and Craig Robertson decide to co-write a book, the result is The Grapevine. Learn how Alexandra and Craig worked together to write the story of a mom who leaves her job, gets in the family RV to look for her missing daughter. There are big questions in this book and the duality of life is captured beautifully in this story and you'll hear why.

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Sarah Stewart Taylor discusses her second novel, Hunter's Heart Ridge, in this series which is set in Vermont and features Detective Franklin Warren. Sarah talks about the themes of community, generational tension, and the art of crafting complex characters within a locked-room mystery during a snowstorm. Sarah is a master at creating multiple storylines and capturing the nuances of how life experiences impact characters and the actions they take.

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Journalist, essayist and memoirist, Cinelle Barnes talks about her new memoir, A Way Home: A Memoir of Losing Yourself, and the Beauty of Returning. She shares her inspiring journey through trauma, recovery, and the power of storytelling. Readers will feel themselves alongside Cinelle and share her hope, community, identity, and the transformative nature of travel and writing.

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