The Sample Chapter Podcast

It's hard to believe we've got a half a year's worth of episodes already but here we are! Fresh off a family vacation, Jason takes some time to reflect on our 26 authors and their sample chapters. If you've not listened to every episode yet, this is your chance to hear which authors have come on, what they read, and perhaps even what they've been up to since!

Multi-Award winning Literary Author Leslie Pietrzyk is our guest this week reading from her latest book, Silver Girl! We have a wonderful chat about her books, her writing habits and living in the 80's, "Righteous!" Be sure to follow her on all social media outlets and sign up for her newsletter on her website! Website: Amazon:

Romance and Historical Fiction Author Joanne Fisher is on the show this week reading from her latest book, "Good Things Always Happen In Springtime." We have a lovely discussion about how her life has inspired her writing, finding love online, and how even though she calls south Florida home, she also calls Canada and Italy home! We did experience some audio problems but you don't want to miss out on this amazing lady and her story! Joanne's website and mailing list Amazon: She's also on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, and MeWe!

Our guest this week is the delightful Historical Fiction author, D. L. Rogers! I had a blast speaking with her about her personal writing history and writing within history itself through her many books covering events from the 1800's. She goes to impressive lengths to dig into the facts and authenticity of her novels which really comes across when she reads a sample chapter from her latest book, "Crossfire in the Street: Lone Jack 1862." You don't want to miss it! Website and Newsletter: Amazon: Facebook:

You might say it was fortuitous that it's almost the Fourth of July with today's guest, a former Marine and now author extraordinaire, Craig Martelle! I had a blast discussing his writing habits, inspiration, daily goals, and even talked a little about his home in Fairbanks, Alaska. Craig reads to us a chapter from The Bad Company, Book One which is currently FREE on Amazon until July 6th so make sure after you hear this episode you go get a copy for yourself. I did! Craig's website: The Bad Company Book One: Amazon Author page:

Alternate History, Space Opera Author, and D&D Dungeon Master Elite James Young is on the show this week reading a chapter from his newest book, Aries' Red Sky! We discuss how he delves into real people and events from history to give them his fictional twist, and his thoughts on creating space opera. James also confesses his crush on a certain Game of Thrones character! It's a fun episode you don't want to miss! James' website & blog: Amazon: Facebook:

This week we travel back to Manchester for an interview with Poet, Podcaster, and experimental musician, Andy N! We had a blast discussing his poetry roots, the creativity behind his ambient music, and laughing a lot about getting older. Later, Andy reads a selection from his book, The End of Summer, along with a bonus poem from his upcoming book, The Enemy of the Wall, coming in July. Be sure to follow the links below to find his Amazon page and books, his music, and his podcast, Reading in Bed which he does with a former guest of the show, Amanda Steel! They are a very creative couple, with extra emphasis on the word, "couple." Amazon: Reading in Bed Podcast: Ocean in a Bottle music: Spoken Label Interviews:

Our guest this week is the Horror-Thriller author, podcaster, and all around great guy, Chuck Buda! We had a great discussion on his prolific writing background, his many series, and pondered how/why horror writers are so darn funny in real life. Then Chuck reads a sample chapter from book one in his Gushers series, The First Cut. Don't forget to follow Chuck via the links below! Website: Amazon: Mando Method Podcast: Goodreads:

The episode may behind late, but believe me when I tell you it was worth it! I had the absolute pleasure of speaking with Jade Dee and Wilnona Marie of the Miss-Fit Guides Series. We talk about getting out of our comfort zone, storytelling, whiskey, and I learn a thing or two about the LBD! If that doesn't interest you then I don't know what will! Check it out as they read a sample chapter from not just their newest book in the Miss-Fit Guides: Cocktails, Soiree, and the LBD, but also a bonus from book one: A Sassy Sway That Leaves Crooked Footprints. Website: The Woman's Cave Podcast: The Thoughtful Book Festival: The Just Writin' Life Show:

This week I had a blast speaking with Author, Poet, and Zombie Wrangler, Matt Betts! An Ohio native, Matt is an established author in multiple genres such as SciFi, Steampunk, Alternate History, and Supernatural. As I said, I had a blast getting to know him and I know you will too and you definitely do not want to miss his sample chapter from his new book, The Boogeyman's Intern, coming June 1st! Matt's website: Matt's Amazon: Raw Dog Screaming Press