The Sample Chapter Podcast

Totally righteous 80's babe actress (and now author) Diane Franklin is our guest this week! We talk about what she's been up to, what she's got coming up, as well as getting some "totally excellent" writing tips before diving into BOTH of her books which she self-published! You do not want to miss out on this bodacious interview and be sure to click the links below to follow Diane and pick up her books!

Amazon: Excellent Adventures Vol. 1

Twitter: https://twitter.com/DianeFranklin80

Facebook: Official Facebook Group

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/actressdianefranklin/

YouTube: Liv and Di in L.A.

Horror, Thriller, Mystery, Sci-Fi author and podcaster, Tim Meyer is our guest this week! We have a fun chat over inspiration, writing advice, and coffee before Tim takes us on an adventure with a thrilling reading of his latest book, The Switch House! Be sure to follow the links below to find, and follow Tim as well as his outstanding podcast at, The Aperture Hour Podcast. Tim's website Tim's Amazon The Aperture Hour Podcast Tim's Facebook Tim's Twitter

KC native and delicious food blogger, Janelle Samara is our guest this week. She is a Supernatural, Suspense, and Romance author currently writing the third book in her New Hope Trilogy. We talk about writing with a day job, conventions, and writing inspiration before diving into a sample chapter from book two, Our New Hope! And you've GOT to head over to her blog and see some of the recipes she shares! Her links are available below and be sure to follow us on Facebook and Twitter as well! Website Amazon Janelle Facebook

Janelle Twitter

Jessica Walsh, writer of Horror, Gay Romance, Urban Supernatural & Erotica stops by the virtual studio today for a very fun time! A seamstress by day, Author by night, Jessica was a joy to speak with on things like cosplay, finding the stories we write and Rainbow Brite! And I dare you not to smile when she giggles! Follow the links below to find her on the internet! Website Amazon: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/snow.tigra Twitter: https://twitter.com/storytellersnow

This week we're back at the local library for an in-person interview with a great writing friend, Crime-Thriller author, W.L. Ripley. Ripley is the author of two highly successful crime series to date with a new series and a new character coming soon! You don't want to miss the inside information of what's coming as well as his insightful look back at his other series and career. And boy oh boy are you in for a treat when he dives into reading chapter one from Storme Warning! This is one for the books! Ripley on Amazon Brash Books BookBub Profile Facebook

Carl Alves is a Horror, Fantasy, SciFi author who thrives on writing a wide variety of stories. As humble as they come, Carl never misses a chance to give thanks to others as well as shout-outs to other authors and artists he's come across. We talk about the various titles he's written and where his inspiration comes from as well as hearing one heck of a reading from Carl! You don't want to miss this, I promise you! Follow the links below for his book on Amazon and his website where he lists all the ways you can follow him including his fantastic blog! Carl on Amazon Website:

This week we have a sit down with the entrepreneurial podcaster and author, Chris Doelle! Chris is an avid football fan with a passion for learning life lessons from any experience and sharing them with others. From relationship advice to social media dos and don'ts to hilariously lame jokes, Chris has something for you. Today we discuss and hear a chapter from his book, All I Need To Know I Learned From My Texas High School Football Coach. Be sure to follow him via the links below! Amazon: Website & Blog: Show Me Your Books KC: http://www.showmeyourbookskc.com/

Episode 31 features Paranormal Romance & Erotic Horror author, Christine Alvarez! To say she is merely a stay-at-home mom, writer, and dreamer would be selling Christine short as she is also the creator of the upcoming Show Me Your Books KC author conference! We discuss the conference and its inception, and her thoughts on romance in the paranormal and horror genres. It's a fun episode that features a sample chapter from her book, Beyond Blood, Book 1: The Devil's Angel! Use the links below to follow Christine, find information about the KC conference, and you still have time to sign up for the Thoughtful Book Festival happening this Friday, August 31st! Christine's Amazon: Facebook: Website: Show Me Your Books KC: http://www.showmeyourbookskc.com/ Thoughtful Books Festival: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/thoughtful-books-book-festival-tickets-46046695907

This week we interview best selling Christian Fiction & Non-Fiction author, Jen Gentry! Listen as we hear her amazing testimony about her writing life, reading for escape, and blending Christianity and Fantasy into her fascinating books! Her story is inspirational to say the least and she reads a sample chapter from her latest book, Legion Of The Chosen: PAIGE. Be sure to follow Jen via the links below and check out the links for two incredible events coming soon from the And I Thought Ladies and Show Me Your Books KC. Jen's Amazon: Facebook: Twitter: Thoughtful Book Festival: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/thoughtful-books-book-festival-tickets-46046695907 Show Me Your Books KC: http://www.showmeyourbookskc.com/

Horror & Suspense Author Daniel L Naden spends some time with us this week! We discuss how he finds inspiration, making time to write, and he reads a sample chapter from his zombie novella, Parting Shot. It's freaky, it's gory, it's humorous! You'll love it! Dan's Amazon: Dan's Facebook: Dan's Twitter: For more information about the Show Me Your Books KC mini-convention go to: http://www.showmeyourbookskc.com/