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After dying twice on his job as a cop, Mark Bergin retired from the force and transitioned to a new career: writing. Join us for a drink as we discuss high-speed chases, his time as a reporter prior to joining law enforcement, what happens when we die, and Mark reads from his upcoming novel. 

Mark Bergin retired from the Alexandria, Virginia Police Department as a Lieutenant in 2014 after 28 years and, in the end, two heart attacks. (He died both times. See April 2015 blog). He was twice named Police Officer of the Year, for drug and robbery investigations, and served in most of the posts described in his 2019 debut novel APPREHENSION. 

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The show has been hijacked! To celebrate the serialization of host William R. Hincy's epic absurdist satire, PIRATES OF APPALACHIA, a few illustrious (and tipsy) members of the Writers Drinking Whiskey community stop by to turn the tables and interview HIM! Join Dario Ciriello, Diane Hammond, and Sue Alcon O'Connor as they grill, jab, and drink William R. Hincy into sweet oblivion. 

Read PIRATES on Substack: https://wrhincy.substack.com/

A little about PIRATES...
Pirates of Appalachia is an epic absurdist satire set in a near quasi-future in which North America has been transformed into mega city-states separated by lawless wilds. Think 2 parts Huck Finn, 1 part Slaughterhouse-Five, served with a punch to the face by A Boy Named Sue. The plot pits a band of bootlegging buccaneers who aim to sack the Independent City of Pittsburgh against a government paralyzed by institutionalized gridlock and a citizenry imprisoned by their social media profiles.

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Connecting with writers and discussing the trials and tribulations, the successes and failures, the tips and pitfalls, is REWARDING. And if that’s corny, well, we don’t care! Join author Jessica L. Sparrow as we dare to be corny and discuss her love of Edgar Allen Poe, the long editing process, and more. Join us!  

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Poet Adam Vines joins the show to discuss managing a fishing lake, social media's impact on poetry, Day Kink (his collaborative poetry collection, honestly), and to read some of his poetry. 

Adam Vines is editor of Birmingham Poetry Review, coauthor of According to Discretion (Unicorn Press, 2015), and author of The Coal Life (University of Arkansas Press, 2012). 

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Are there shadow cats roaming North America, large unknown wood apes lurking about in the forests, and strange little beans populating middle schools from sea to shining sea? Join a special episode of WRITERS DRINKING WHISKEY: Storytellers and Storymakers series as we discuss all this (and more) with author Michael Mayes. 

Today’s drinking game: drink every time we say “panther.”

Links:
William R. Hincy’s books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/William-R.-Hincy/author/B07ZYB5FHZ 
William R. Hincy’s website: https://williamrhincy.com/
Mike’s website: https://www.michaelcmayes.com/home 
Cryptid blog: https://texascryptidhunter.blogspot.com/ 
Bigfoot and beyond (Matt): https://www.bigfootandbeyondpodcast.com/ 
Sasquatch chronicles: https://sasquatchchronicles.com/ 

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For writers and readers who appreciate depth beyond the typical romance formula... Join us for an intimate conversation with Astra Capone, author of the For Me Once series, as she reveals how she blends psychological complexity with steamy romance. From her British literature background to crafting compelling character dynamics, discover the secrets behind creating romance that engages both heart and mind. Featuring a special reading from her work and insights into the publishing journey.

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Where did you grow the most as a writer, or just as a person? Your hometown, while traveling, an adopted home on a different coast? Join author extraordinaire Diane Hammond and William R. Hincy as we discuss the alchemy that is the writing process, the possibility of reincarnation, and Diane’s current work in progress. 

Today’s drinking game: drink whenever we do!

Links:
Hincy’s books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/William-R.-Hincy/author/B07ZYB5FHZ 
Hincy’s website: https://williamrhincy.com/
Hammond’s books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B001HPBV6Y

Bios: 
William R. Hincy: “Some people run from their demons; others sit down and have cocktails with theirs.” William R. Hincy is a man who does and writes about the latter. Having become a writer after deciding it was the only sensible thing for a problem drinker to do, Hincy aspires to use literature to connect society on an emotional level through characters who no longer create messes but have instead become the mess. Between rounds, Hincy has won 3 American Fiction Awards, an International Book Award, and his personal anthology of short fiction WITHOUT EXPIRATION was named one of the Best Books of 2020 by Kirkus Reviews. He now lives outside Los Angeles with his wife and kids, having found solace in the notion that the only things sacred are self and whiskey-winged interludes.

A native New Yorker, Diane Hammond spent the majority of her school years in Upper Nyack, NY. After graduating from Nyack High School, she attended and earned a BA from Middlebury College in Middlebury, Vermont.

In 1984, she moved to tiny Newport, Oregon (pop. 9,000), on the central Oregon coast, a writer's paradise with its relative isolation, constant winter storms and harsh beauty. She began maturing artistically there, discovering themes and settings that have resonated in her writing ever since. 
Hammond's first novel, GOING TO BEND, was published by Random House/Doubleday in 2003, with particular acclaim in the Pacific Northwest, where the book was set. HOMESICK CREEK, her second novel, followed in 2006. Her third novel, HANNAH'S DREAM, was released by Harper Perennial in 2008 and was informed in part on her experience as press secretary for a killer whale--Keiko, the orca star of the hit movie FREE WILLY. Its sequel, FRIDAY'S HARBOR, released by William Morrow on October 15, 2013.

Her fifth novel, SEEING STARS, was also released by William Morrow in 2010, and was inspired by the two years she and her family lived in Hollywood while her daughter pursued a career as a professional actor.

She currently lives in Michigan with her husband Nolan and two Pembroke Welsh corgis.

Chapters:
00:00:00 Start
00:00:35 Introduction
00:09:45 Diane Hammond's author journey
00:39:31 Growing as a writer in Oregon
00:55:40 Writing process
01:17:21 Shots - rapid fire questions
01:33:59 Diane Hammond discusses her current WIP
01:49:20 Last call

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It is now more vital than ever to SCHEDULE a time to get outdoors, take a breath, and detox from artificial intelligence overload. Join a special episode of Writers Drinking Whiskey that is neither artificial nor intelligent as we discuss cutting-edge marketing and the importance of being present in nature.

Links:
Hincy’s books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/William-R.-Hincy/author/B07ZYB5FHZ 
Hincy’s website: https://williamrhincy.com/
Emanuel website: https://emanuelrose.com/ 
Death and Taxes: https://www.deathandtaxesreno.com/ 

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Welcome to another edition of Writers Drinking Whiskey, your literary happy hour! 🍻 This episode features award-winning author Reavis Wortham, known for his gripping crime and historical fiction novels.

Join host William R. Hincy as they discuss Reavis' writing journey, storytelling inspirations, and the art of crafting compelling characters. Expect whiskey-fueled wisdom, Texas-sized tales, and insights into the creative process of one of today’s finest novelists.

🔥 Topics Covered in This Episode:
✅ Reavis Wortham’s journey as a writer
✅ His passion for crime fiction and historical storytelling
✅ The challenges and rewards of being an author
✅ Advice for aspiring writers
✅ And, of course, whiskey talk!

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Author D.A. Spruzen stops by the bar to discuss the rhythm of storytelling, writing historical fiction, and breaking out of ruts. Join us! 

Today’s drinking game: drink whenever we do!

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Thanks for tuning in! If you’d like to support the show, please consider joining us on Substack or picking up a book (or two). Links below!

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