International best-selling author of A GAME OF THRONES
As one of the world’s most popular and imaginative storytellers, George talks shop as he identifies two types of writers (gardeners and architects), shares his love for unpredictable stories, discusses measures of success (and failure) and his passion for writing fantasy. Don’t miss the author of the series A SONG OF ICE AND FIRE’s insights!
Acclaimed author Karin Slaughter is published in 120 countries and has sold more than 35 million books. Listen in to catch hold of her passion for sharing empowering and honest stories of women as she discusses PIECES OF HER, her eighteenth novel. Author A.E. Schwartz joins as a special guest host!
Adam Cayton-Holland is a unique and multi-talented comic, author, and actor. He has been named one of Esquire’s “25 comics to watch” and Variety’s “10 comics to watch.” With three comedy albums released, he has appeared on Conan, Flophouse, and many other shows. His writing has appeared in major publications such as Spin, Village Voice, and The Atlantic. His book TRAGEDY+TIME is a tragi-comic memoir that has been called “brilliant,” “heartfelt,” and “searingly honest.”
An expert in the kidnapping and ransom world, K.J. Howe is an international bestselling author and avid traveler who has raced camels in Jordan, surfed in Hawaii, and dived with great white sharks in South Africa. She offers great insights on writing believable female protagonists as we explore her critically-acclaimed book SKYJACK.
A critically-acclaimed author and journalist from Karachi, Pakistan, Bina shares insights on her writing process as we discuss her newest book Before She Sleeps, a hyper-realistic dystopian novel. Tune in for an intriguing and insightful look at writing from one of Pakistan's most talented authors!
As a multi-talented actor and novelist, C. C. gives a unique perspective on developing characters for fiction and presenting stories orally, even for those who aren’t trained in acting. Listen in as he talks through what led him to write his latest novel, Chasing the Wind.
Peter James is an international bestselling author and one of the world’s premiere crime writers. Listen in as we talk psychopaths, both fictional and real, what makes for a great crime story, and the three aspects of emotionally engaging fiction: character, research and plot. Also learn about Peter’s writing process and get inside info about upcoming releases.
Travel writer turned novelist Nicolas Obregon read hundreds of crime novels to research the genre before penning his stunning debut novel BLUE LIGHT YOKOHAMA. His insights are invaluable for storytellers of all bents, and especially for anyone thinking of writing a novel.
Andrew was the star of A&E's magic reality show Don't Trust Andrew Mayne. As one of the most innovative illusionists in the country and a critically-acclaimed novelist, his passion is to always entertain audiences and readers. Andrew gives insights into his writing process including how to write a novella in 24 hours.
Carolyn Wheat is a former criminal defense lawyer whose Cass Jameson mysteries take the reader into the gritty world of Brooklyn night court. Two of the books were nominated for Edgar awards. She is also the author of numerous short stories which have won her an Agatha, an Anthony, a Shamus, and a Macavity award. Her book How to Write Killer Fiction is a must-read for anyone writing a mystery or suspense novel. She teaches writing at UCSD Extension and conducts writing workshops.