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In today's podcast episode, I have a wonderful conversation with cozy mystery author Kit Gray. They are the author of the new book, The Black Cat Detectives. In our chat, I learn from Kit that having faith and love in your own work (and a good editor!) is the key to unlocking your story's potential. Also cute kittens who bring main character energy doesn't hurt either! Kit also shares a ton of great book recommendations! Find out all about this purrrfectly magical book in today's episode of The Bookshelf Odyssey Podcast! 

Find Kit Gray and their books online: https://elise-scott.com/ 

Get "The Black Cat Detectives" https://elise-scott.com/black-cat-detectives 

Books Mentioned: 

“Wish You Were Here”, by Rita Mae Brown 

Cat Cafe Mysteries by Cate Conti 

“We Solve Murders” by Richard Osman 

“The Mysterious Mr. Quinn by Agatha Christie 

The Cat Who Series by Lilian Jackson Braun 

Night Rounds by Helene Tursten 

The Switch by April McCloud 

When the Wolf Comes Home by Nat Cassidy 

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 Today we are starting the Christmas season just a bit early for some of you, but don’t panic… There’s still plenty of time to get this brand new Christmas mystery! My guest today is Kim Harrington, and she is the author of the new Christmas murder mystery that comes out September 22nd! It’s described as a perfect blend of Hallmark movies and murder… and with such a winning combination, you’ll be sure to want to add this one to your Christmas reading list this year! My conversation with Kim covers her writing journey, how she went from a YA writer to writing for an adult audience, and the joy of reading! 

Now if you are a die hard fan of Christmas like I am, this episode is only part 1… if you go to my Christmas podcast you will find the interview in it’s entirety! Over there we dig into more Christmasy topics such as her favorite traditions, movies, music and more. Lot’s of fun today, and remember, there are only 96 sleeps left until Christmas! (Less if you’re an insomniac…) 

Find Kim online: https://kimharringtonbooks.com/ 

Get her book: https://kimharringtonbooks.com/adult-fiction 

Part 2 of the Interview: https://cozychristmas.libsyn.com/misletoe-murder-mayhem-a-conversation-with-author-kim-harrington We start talking Christmas at about the 30 minute mark! 

Cozy Christmas podcast: https://cozychristmas.libsyn.com/ 

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My guest today has lived a life of some pretty crazy adventures. Her name is Michelle Cullen, and she is the author the Harry & Emma series: A Field Guide to Murder, and the newly released A Field Guide to Death and Deceit. If you like books by Fredrik Backman or Richard Osman, I think you will enjoy these cozy books. Cullen described her books to me as "books you want to hug at the end... but there are also dead bodies!" In today's episode we talk about her favorite books to read - it's a wide range! As we dig into her writing journey we find out how a couple of misunderstandings led her to take a chance on a new adventure of writing! Find out all about it and more on today's episode!

Find Michelle and her books online:

A Field Guide to Murder

A Field Guide to Death and Deceit

Website:  www.mlcullen.com 

 IG:  @michellelcullen
Threads:  @michellelcullen
Facebook:  @MichelleLCullenAuthor

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In today’s episode we are exploring the world of dating - and food! My guest today is author Julie Seyler, and we sit down and have a chat about writing the story of who you are - why it matters, and why someone would want to read it! If you’ve ever thought about writing your memoirs, this is the episode to hear! Julie brings a lot of joy and laughs as we discuss her dating life, her favorite foods to help with a heartache, and what inspires her to write her story. I know you will find something encouraging in todays podcast!

Website: https://twobittart.com/ 

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Two friends of the show, Jessica Thompson and JR Lancaster, come on the show to talk about what their experience was like co-writing a new cozy mystery novel, Murder Under Construction! In today's episode, we'll find out how these two friends and their vastly different writing approaches were able to work together to make a new cozy mystery. We also share some of what we've been reading lately, and recommend some great Jane Austen retellings, cozy mysteries, and more! 

JR Lancaster: https://writingwithjessica.wordpress.com/ 

Jessica Thompson: https://jessicathompsonauthor.com/ 

Get Murder Under Construction: Amazon Kindle and Paperback!

 Book Recommendations: 

Mr. Darcy’s Folly by Melani Rachel 

The Other Bennet Sister by Janice Hadlow 

The Secret Life of Miss Mary Bennet by Catherine Cowley

Don’t Mask Don’t Tell by Jessica Brimer - The Messy Bookshop Mystery Series 

The Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion, by Katherine Cowley 

The Man in the Brown Suit by Agatha Christie 

Shakespeare and Hathaway series 

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Once upon a time, J.D. Barker took a chance, risked it all, and pursued a dream. In today's episode of The Bookshelf Odyssey Podcast, find out how author J.D. Barker became a NYT Best-selling writer, ended up working with James Patterson, writing a prequel to Dracula with Dacre Stoker, and many more unbelievable accomplishments. We also dig into self publishing vs trad publishing, his serial killer murder mystery series 4MK, and how to write dark and disturbing characters without losing yourself. And we even manage to find a legitimate reason to talk about my favorite writer, Charles Dickens! So pull up a chair, settle in, and join us on today's Bookshelf Odyssey. 

J.D. Barker Website: https://jdbarker.com/ 

His Books: https://jdbarker.com/books/ 

Writer's Ink Podcast: https://writersinkpodcast.com/ 

Books and Authors Mentioned:

Dracula by Bram Stoker 

Great Expectations by Charles Dickens

Dracul by Dacre Stoker and J.D. Barker

She Has a Broken Thing Where Her Heart Should Be by JD Barker

4MK Series

The Fourth Monkey by JD Barker

Stephen King

Dean Koontz

James Patterson

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In today's episode of The Bookshelf Odyssey Podcast, I talk with mystery writer Kwei Quartey. In our conversation, find out how a well-stocked library and a deep love for Sherlock Holmes and Arthur Conan Doyle led him into a career of medicine and writing. We'll also discover his heritage - growing up in Ghana, working in the US, and now living in Spain. Of course we'll dig deep into his books and find out the stories behind the creations of his two series, Darko Dawson and Emma Djan! Plus stick around and find out what he's working on next. One thing's for certain: a well stocked library can inspire children far into their futures! 

https://www.kweiquartey.com/ 

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Books: https://www.kweiquartey.com/books-2#anchors-lak5x5yq 

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In today's episode, I am so excited to bring you an interview with one of my favorite cozy mystery writers, Jennifer J. Chow! She is the author of the Sassy Cat Mystery Series, LA Night Market Series, and the recent Magical Fortune Cookies Series. In the interview we talk about her writing journey, books and authors who have helped and inspired her to write, and the importance of bringing her heritage into the stories she crafts. Along the way we also share a bunch of books to add to your TBR list! 

Find Jennifer and her books online at: https://jenniferjchow.com/ 

Other sites mentioned: 

Crime Writers of Color: https://www.crimewritersofcolor.com/ 

Chicks on the Case: https://chicksonthecase.com/ 

Sisters in Crime: https://www.sistersincrime.org/ 

Books Mentioned: 

The Tainted Cup by Robert Jackson Bennett 

Secret Staircase Mysteries by Gigi Pandian, 

The Spellshop by Sarah Beth Durst 

The Teller of Small Fortunes by Julie Leong 

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Today on the podcast, I speak with author John Holley about one of our favorite writers, Ray Bradbury, and the power of stories. We discuss John's writing as well, but then dive deep into some of our favorite short stories written by the master story teller. Take a listen and find out why Bradbury's stories are still just as relevant today! 

John's Website: https://www.johnholley.com/ 

Something To Hold: A Collection of Stories: https://www.amazon.com/SOMETHING-HOLD-Collection-John-Holley-ebook/dp/B0FSSVRPN9?ref_=ast_author_mpb 

Get a chance to meet John at the Knoxville Book Festival! https://knoxvillebookfestival.com/ 

Books and Stories Mentioned: The Veldt The Emissary The Big Black and White Game The Rocket The Pedestrian The Martian Chronicles The October Country The Illustrated Man Golden Apples of the Sun Zen in the Art of Writing Dandelion Wine 

Time Stamps 

00:00 Intro to Ray Bradbury 

03:55 Finding Bradbury, short stories, and more 

18:00 Short Stories by Bradbury 

47:17 John Holley's books and writing and events 

49:58 My thoughts on the importance of telling stories 

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Do you have a dream that both scares and delights you? Something you've always wanted to try but haven’t taken the leap yet? My guest today is YA author Evan Kidwell, and that question lies at the heart of his writing journey. Ever since he was young, his mind has been filled with dreams, characters, and stories. One day, someone challenged him to do what scared and delighted him. And Evan knew the answer to that challenge: write my book. In today’s interview, you’ll discover how a boy who found refuge from school bullies in stories found the opportunity to pursue his dream of telling his own story. Do you have a story to share? 

Find Evan Kidwell online: https://www.timeaousspark.com/ 

Purchase Timeaous Spark and the Luck Curse: Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/Timeaous-Spark-Curse-K-Kidwell-ebook/dp/B0DJGYLK35?ref_=ast_author_mpb Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/a/56283/9798231894451 

Books and Authors mentioned: 

Animorphs 

Harry Potter 

Nicola Tyche - North Queen 

Brendan Noble 

Rebecca Yarros - Fourth Wing 

Halie Fewkes - Secrets of the Tally 

D.D. Black 

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