Writer's Bone

Bassey Ikpi, a Nigerian-American writer, spoken word artist, and mental health advocate, joins Daniel Ford on the show to discuss her essay collection I'm Telling the Truth, But I'm Lying (out Aug. 20 from Harper Perennial).

To learn more about Bassey Ikpi, visit her official website and follow her on Twitter.

Today's episode is sponsored by Libro.fm, Daniel Ford's Black Coffee, and OneRoom.

Writer and director Aaron Harvey joins Sean Tuohy on Friday Morning Coffee to discuss his new film "Into the Ashes."

Caitlin Malcuit also chats about her second experience at a live How Did This Get Made? live event.

To learn more about Aaron Harvey, follow him on Twitter. Watch the "Into the Ashes" trailer.

Today's episode is sponsored by Libro.fm, Daniel Ford's Black Coffee, and OneRoom.

On July 24, authors Daniel Ford and Hank Phillippi Ryan celebrated the launch of Black Coffee at Trident Booksellers & Café by having in-depth conversation about where inspiration strikes, the ups and downs of the writing process, and what it's like living with multiple characters in their heads.

To learn more about Daniel Ford, visit his official website, like his Facebook page, and follow him on Twitter and Instagram. Also listen to his first book tour stop and where he's headed next!

To learn more about Hank Phillippi Ryan, visit her official website, like her Facebook page, and follow her on Twitter and Instagram. Also listen to our first interview with Hank in Episode 310.

Today's episode is sponsored by Libro.fm and OneRoom.

Author Karen Strong talks to Rebecca Weston about her highly praised middle-grade novel Just South of Home.

To learn more about Karen Strong, visit her official website, like her Facebook page, and follow her on Twitter and Instagram. To learn more about Rebecca Weston, visit her official website, like her Facebook page, or follow her on Twitter and Instagram. Also read Rebecca's review of Just South of Home in June's "Books That Should Be On Your Radar."

Today's episode is sponsored by Libro.fm, Daniel Ford's Black Coffee, and OneRoom.

Author Erin Somers joins Daniel Ford on Friday Morning Coffee to discuss her debut novel Stay Up with Hugo Best.

Caitlin Malcuit also chats about the recent release of Madonna's "Like A Prayer" demos.

To learn more about Erin Somers, visit her official website and follow her on Twitter. Also read our review of Stay Up with Hugo Best in July's "Books That Should Be On Your Radar."

Today's episode is sponsored by Libro.fm, Daniel Ford's Black Coffee, and OneRoom.

The one and only Laura Lippman returns to the show and chats with Daniel Ford about her new book Lady in the Lake.

To learn more about Laura Lippman, visit her official website, like her Facebook page, or follow her on Twitter and Instagram. Also listen to our first interview with the author and read our review of Lady in the Lake in July's "Books That Should Be On Your Radar." Additionally, read her essays "Whole 60" and "Game of Crones" on Longreads.

Today's episode is sponsored by Libro.fm and OneRoom.

Author Zara Raheem talks to Stephanie Ford about her debut novel The Marriage Clock (out July 23 from William Morrow).

To learn more about Zara Raheem, visit her official website and follow her on Instagram. Also read Stephanie's review of The Marriage Clock in July's "Books That Should Be On Your Radar."

Today's episode is sponsored by Libro.fm and OneRoom.

Bianca Marais, Writer's Bone favorite and author of Hum If You Don't Know the Words, joins Daniel Ford on Friday Morning Coffee to discuss her latest novel If You Want to Make God Laugh (out now from Putnam Books).

We also introduce guest host Guido Fargiorgio, who is filling in for the vacationing Caitlin Malcuit. He chats about the proper Stanley Cup etiquette.

To learn more about Bianca Marais, visit her official website, like her Facebook page, and follow her on Twitter and Instagram. Also listen to our first interview with the author and read our review of If You Want to Make God Laugh in July's "Books That Should Be On Your Radar."

Today's episode is sponsored by Libro.fm and OneRoom.

On July 9, live from Belmont Books, Daniel Ford officially launched his new short story collection Black Coffee with the help of author Edwin Hill (Little Comfort, The Missing Ones).

Listen as Ford reads from the book and then answers questions about his process for writing and selecting these stories, his literary influences, and why he loves exploring both the light and dark sides of human nature.

To learn more about Daniel Ford, visit his official website, like his Facebook page, and follow him on Twitter and Instagram. Also check out his book tour schedule and listen to our first Black Coffee episode.

To learn more about Edwin Hill, visit his official website, like his Facebook page, or follow him on Twitter and Instagram. Also listen to our first interview with the author.

Today's episode is sponsored by Libro.fm and OneRoom.

Susan Silver, The Mary Tyler Moore Show writer, joins Daniel Ford on Friday Morning Coffee to discuss her memoir Hot Pants in Hollywood: Sex, Secrets & Sitcoms.

Caitlin Malcuit talks about the upcoming Comic-Con in San Diego, the best Funko figurines about to be released, and Jeff Goldblum things.

To learn more about Susan Silver, visit her official website and follow her on Twitter and Instagram. Also listen to her appearance on Pop Literacy.

Today's episode is sponsored by Libro.fm and OneRoom.