A dash of mystery, a sparkle of magic, and all things cozy! Elle interviews fellow cozy authors in this bookish podcast from Authors on the Air.

Today on the podcast, meet Jenn McKinlay, author of Witches of Dubious Origin--and more! Elle and Jenn talk creative brainstorming, how to keep a story interesting, the delights of cozy genres, and more. Happy listening!


Jenn’s Bio:
Jenn is the New York Times, USA Today, and Publishers Weekly bestselling author of several mystery and romance series. She is also the winner of the RT Reviewers’ Choice Award for romantic comedy and the Fresh Fiction award for best cozy mystery. A TEDx speaker, she is always happy to talk books, writing, reading, and the creative process to anyone who cares to listen. She lives in sunny Arizona in a house that is overrun with books, pets, and her husband’s guitars.


Find Jenn’s Website and Books Here:
https://jennmckinlay.com/ 


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Elle Hartford’s Bio:
Elle Hartford writes cozy mystery with a fairy tale twist. The award-winning first book in her Alchemical Tales series, Beauty and the Alchemist, finds amateur sleuth Red mixed up with murderous beasts and moody beauties, and a set of missing books besides! 

Elle has also written two spin-off series, the cozy fantasy-goes-to-the-beach Marine Magic series as well as Pomegranate Cafe Romance. For other writers and authors looking into “wide” indie publishing, Elle offers coaching as well as the Beyond Writing blog (ellehartford.substack.com) with how-tos and resources.

Find Elle Online:
https://ellehartford.com/

Jenn McKinlay ~ Witches of Dubious Origin ~ Cozy Alchemy Ep. 10

Chevy Stevens lives on Vancouver Island with her husband and daughter. When she isn’t working on her next book, she’s spending time with her family and their two dogs. Her books, including Still Missing, a New York Times bestseller and winner of the International Thriller Writers Award for Best First Novel, have been published in more than thirty countries.

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Chevy Stevens & THE HITCHHIKERS—desperation is a dark road

In this episode, author, playwright and musician Robert Gregory Browne discusses creative sovereignty, stating that “you’re the author, do the authoring, not AI!”  Bob shares AI prompts that support creative sovereignty. He also discusses his latest thrillers, Cruel Bounty in the Jefferson Shaw series, and Black Garden. Full biography available at www.robertgregorybrowne.com.

Robert Gregory Browne: AI & Creative Sovereignty

Great Mysteries and Great Dogs: Robert Dugoni on His Latest Tracey Crosswhite Book—A Dead Draw
New York Times bestselling author Robert Dugoni joins me for a fun conversation about his hit Tracy Crosswhite series and the real-life dogs who inspired canine characters Rex and Sherlock. We discuss becoming a dog owner later in life and how his beloved pups found their way into his stories. Join us for this fun, heartfelt episode filled with wagging tails and inspiring conversation for mystery fans and dog lovers alike!
To learn more about Robert and his books, visit: https://www.robertdugonibooks.com/
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Robert Dugoni, A Dead Draw, Ep. 13

In celebration of National Book Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s Books & Authors Show with Books Forward features author Arlon Jay Staggs, who discusses his debut novel, "Leta Pearl’s Love Biscuits" (Koehler Books, October 7, 2025). Perfect for fans of "Fried Green Tomatoes," this tender and charming Southern tale delves into small-town politics, a long-buried tragedy, and a mother whose mysterious, love-laced biscuits are stirring up gossip and a mess of feelings.

Set in 1982 in Bailey Springs, Alabama, "Leta Pearl’s Love Biscuits" follows Trudy, a young widow whose return to the spotlight—amid family drama, small-town scandal, and unexpected romance—forces her to confront her past and decide if she’ll play by the rules or risk everything for the life she truly wants.

In this engaging conversation, Arlon discusses the power of Southern storytelling, the blend of humor and heart in his fiction, and how food and gossip weave through the fabric of small-town life. He also shares insights into character development, the balance between love and tradition, and his personal journey from award-winning copywriter and brand strategist to novelist and writing professor.

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Author Arlon Jay Staggs: Leta Pearl’s Love Biscuits

Kate Belli is the author of The Gallery Assistant and the widely praised Gilded Gotham historical mystery series. She holds a doctorate in art history and has variously worked as an antiques appraiser, a museum curator, and a college professor. Kate is currently a gallery director at a Pennsylvania college. Find out more at KateBelli.com

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Kate Belli: Murder in the high-stakes art world in her new thriller THE GALLERY ASSISTANT

TMMT Oct 10 2025 Judith Corvin-Blackburn - The 6D Ascension Journey

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A Paw-some Milestone: Dying Cry— Celebrating the 10th Book in the Timber Creek K-9 Series!

I’m welcoming back my fellow K-9 author, Margaret Mizushima, to celebrate her latest release, Dying Cry. In this 10th Timber Creek K-9 mystery, our favorite team—Mattie, Robo, and Cole—set out for a peaceful day of snowshoeing, only to be drawn into a chilling mystery when a haunting cry echoes through the canyon.
Known for her suspense and authentic K-9 work, Margaret once again delivers a story that will keep the pages turning. Tune in as we talk about Dying Cry, ten years of Timber Creek, and what’s next for this beloved series The Denver Post calls “one of the West’s finest.”

For more information on Margaret, visit: margaretmizushima.com/
For more about my K-9 books, visit: kathleendonnelly.com

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Margaret Mizushima, Dying Cry, Ep. 14

A dash of mystery, a sparkle of magic, and all things cozy! Elle interviews fellow cozy authors in this bookish podcast from Authors on the Air.

Today on the podcast, meet Travis Baldree, author of the upcoming cozy fantasy novel Brigands and Breadknives--and more! Elle and Travis talk about the roots of the genre, the magic of mundane life, the importance of community, and more. Enjoy!


Travis’s Bio:
I love stories, and I love telling them. I’m the author of Legends & Lattes, a low-stakes cozy fantasy novel. I’m a narrator too, and I’ve loved the art since I first heard Frank Muller’s legendary work. I’ve lent my voice to hundreds of books (including my own). I live in the Pacific Northwest, and I get up every morning excited and grateful to do this job.

Find Travis’s Website and Books Here:
https://www.travisbaldree.com/books 


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Elle Hartford’s Bio:
Elle Hartford writes cozy mystery with a fairy tale twist. The award-winning first book in her Alchemical Tales series, Beauty and the Alchemist, finds amateur sleuth Red mixed up with murderous beasts and moody beauties, and a set of missing books besides! 

Elle has also written two spin-off series, the cozy fantasy-goes-to-the-beach Marine Magic series as well as Pomegranate Cafe Romance. For other writers and authors looking into “wide” indie publishing, Elle offers coaching as well as the Beyond Writing blog (ellehartford.substack.com) with how-tos and resources.

Find Elle Online:
https://ellehartford.com/ 

Travis Baldree ~ Brigands and Breadknives ~ Cozy Alchemy Ep. 11

Nicole Baart is the author of several novels, including Where He Left Me and Everything We Didn’t Say. The cofounder of a nonprofit and mother of five, she lives in Iowa with her family. Visit her website: NicoleBaart.com.

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Nicole Baart on WHERE HE LEFT ME, her atmospheric thriller set in the Pacific Northwest

Meryl chats with Sharon Gloger Friedman about historical fiction, and her recently released novel, The Other Emma. Set in the Gilded Age, a young girl assumes the identity of her wealthy adopted sister when she perishes in the Blizzard of 1888. The novel chronicles Rose’s journey from the despair of the tenements to the mansions of Fifth Avenue complicated by the weight of deception.  

Sharon was born and raised in South Florida and now lives in Georgia with her husband. A former English teacher who left the classroom to raise her daughter and son, she found a new career as a freelance writer and copy editor. This is Sharon’s third novel. Her first novel, Ashes, is the 2019 winner of the Next Generation Indie Book Award for Historical Fiction. Her second novel, In Freedom’s Light, takes place in eighteenth and nineteenth century Charleston and Philadelphia

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Sharon Gloger Friedman: THE OTHER EMMA

A dash of mystery, a sparkle of magic, and all things cozy! Elle interviews fellow cozy authors in this bookish podcast from Authors on the Air.

Today on the podcast, meet Audrey Goldberg Ruoff, author of the cozy romantasy Hopelessly Teavoted! Elle and Audrey talk about the perils of squirrel-watching, the role of family in romance, cozy magic, and more. Enjoy!


Audrey’s Bio:
Audrey Goldberg Ruoff writes contemporary and speculative romcoms and fantasy. She lives in a suburb of Washington, DC with her spouse, two children, a scrappy but loyal little dog, and a whimsical and witchy cat. 

Find Audrey’s Website and Books Here:
https://audreyruoff.com/ 

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Elle Hartford’s Bio:
Elle Hartford writes cozy mystery with a fairy tale twist. The award-winning first book in her Alchemical Tales series, Beauty and the Alchemist, finds amateur sleuth Red mixed up with murderous beasts and moody beauties, and a set of missing books besides! 

Elle has also written two spin-off series, the cozy fantasy-goes-to-the-beach Marine Magic series as well as Pomegranate Cafe Romance. For other writers and authors looking into “wide” indie publishing, Elle offers coaching as well as the Beyond Writing blog (ellehartford.substack.com) with how-tos and resources.

Find Elle Online:
https://ellehartford.com/ 

Audrey Goldberg Ruoff ~ Hopelessly Teavoted ~ Cozy Alchemy Ep. 12

Aaron Philip Clark creates a dark world for his PI Trevor Finnegan to solve crime and describes how he wrote this bulk of his latest book, The Bluest Night, over 3 days at an artist’s retreat in Ojai. Drawing from his past as a screenwriter and a LAPD recruit, this SoCal native brings amazing authenticity and detail to the page. We discuss the threats that lurk inside gated communities, strange people, and magnificent sunsets that create the backdrop for the Trevor Finnegan series. He also suggests a spicy whiskey cocktail pairing to heighten the mood as you dip into this noir series.

Aaron Philip Clark goes noir in sunny Malibu in Ep. 10 of My Bookcase Slays

Inside Books is a regular popular author interview podcast presented by Breda Brown. In this episode Breda is in conversation with musician and Miami Showband massacre survivor Des Lee and journalist and author Ken Murray.

Inside Books Episode 127 Des Lee and Ken Murray

Aaron Philip Clark is a novelist, screenwriter, educator, and author of the International Thriller Writers Award-nominated Detective Trevor Finnegan series. Clark has co-written and collaborated on works of fiction with rapper and entertainment mogul Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson and a variety of public figures and luminaries. In addition to writing fiction and screenplays, Clark teaches a variety of creative writing courses at UCLA Extension and finds inspiration while exploring the many facets of Los Angeles. Visit his website at https://www.aaronphilipclark.com

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Aaron Philip Clark and THE BLUEST NIGHT, the latest in his Trevor Finnegan series

A Spooky Howl-o-ween Tail: Marie Tierney and Deadly Animals
I had the pleasure of chatting with the delightful award-winning author Marie Tierney about her book, Deadly Animals—a great read for this time of the year. Deadly Animals was the International Thriller Writers debut book of the year and won the McDermid debut award for crime fiction.  
Marie and I had a fun conversation about the inspiration behind her main character, Ava, who while out late at night discovers the body of a classmate. After an anonymous call to the police, Ava manages to stay involved in the investigation through the wonderful Detective Delahaye. 
Deadly Animals is a gripping thriller, coming of age and spooky read all wrapped up into one. Check back later this week when I’ll do another Spooky Special for fun “Howl-o-ween Tails.” 
For more information on Marie, visit: https://www.instagram.com/marie.tierney.971/
For more about my K-9 books, visit: kathleendonnelly.com
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Marie Tierney, Deadly Animals, Spooky Special Part 1

A ghost story in October is tempting enough, but I couldn’t wait to meet a woman whose tagline is mysterious, spooky, cozy + kooky! Olivia Blacke’s newest Ruby and Cordelia Mystery, Death at the Door, continues Ruby’s quest to learn why Cordelia was killed but another body turns up TrendCelerate. We discuss Olivia’s passion for ghosts (including her haunted bookshelf), the crafty way she bridges the normal and supernatural in this series, and why Cordelia makes a perfect foil for Ruby in this series. 
Learn more about Olivia Black: https://oliviablacke.com/
Learn more about Host Melissa Westemeier:  https://www.melwestemeier.com/



Olivia Blacke mixes ghosts, sleuths and MURDER in Ep. 11 Of My Bookcase Slays

A dash of mystery, a sparkle of magic, and all things cozy! Elle interviews fellow cozy authors in this bookish podcast from Authors on the Air.

Today on the podcast, meet Jen DeLuca, author of the cozy rom-com Ghost Business! Elle and Jen talk about the joys of setting, fountain pens, and all things paranormal. Happy (spooky) listening!


Jen’s Bio:
Jen DeLuca is the USA Today bestselling author of the Well Met series, inspired by her time volunteering as a pub wench with her local Renaissance Faire, as well as the Boneyard Key series, set in a haunted Florida tourist town. 

Jen loves Publix chicken tender subs, cold brew coffee, and the Oxford comma. She lives in the Arizona desert with her husband, their rescue dog, and almost too many cats.


Find Jen’s Website and Books Here:
https://www.jendeluca.com/ 

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Elle Hartford’s Bio:
Elle Hartford writes cozy mystery with a fairy tale twist. The award-winning first book in her Alchemical Tales series, Beauty and the Alchemist, finds amateur sleuth Red mixed up with murderous beasts and moody beauties, and a set of missing books besides! 

Elle has also written two spin-off series, the cozy fantasy-goes-to-the-beach Marine Magic series as well as Pomegranate Cafe Romance. For other writers and authors looking into “wide” indie publishing, Elle offers coaching as well as the Beyond Writing blog (ellehartford.substack.com) with how-tos and resources.

Find Elle Online:
https://ellehartford.com/ 

Jen DeLuca ~ Ghost Business ~ Cozy Alchemy Ep. 13

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