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New York Times bestselling author Russell Blake joins us in this episode of CrimeFiction.FM to discuss his new book, the fifth in the Artemis Black Mystery series, BLACK IN THE BOX. Show Notes Russell shares his idea for the Artemis Black series, and we discuss the unusual set of characters that populate this noirish, funny, […] The post Black in the Box, by Russell Blake appeared first on CrimeFiction.FM.

Bestselling and multi-time award winning author Hank Phillippi Ryan joins us in this episode of CrimeFiction.FM to discuss her new book, the fourth in her suspenseful Jane Ryland series, WHAT YOU SEE. Show Notes Hank joins us on release day for her book. We discuss her love of touring to support the Jane Ryland series. Hank has been […] The post What You See, by Hank Phillippi Ryan appeared first on CrimeFiction.FM.

Debut author Michael Ransom joins us in this episode of CrimeFiction.FM to discuss his gripping new thriller, THE RIPPER GENE. Show Notes Michael shares the background of his protagonist, neuroscientist-turned-FBI-profiler, Dr. Lucas Madden. We discuss the book’s prologue and how that scene, with 12-year-old Lucas Madden, came from a real life experience. Michael is a […] The post The Ripper Gene, by Michael Ransom appeared first on CrimeFiction.FM.

Author Nikki Nelson-Hicks joins us in this episode of CrimeFiction.FM to discuss her new book, the first volume in the Accidental Detective series, THE ACCIDENTAL DETECTIVE. Show Notes We discuss the pronunciation of Jake’s last name and how Ishtenhegyi has been a part of Nikki’s life for the past several years. Nikki shares the story behind the wonderful titles […] The post The Accidental Detective, by Nikki Nelson-Hicks appeared first on CrimeFiction.FM.

Author Diana Renn joins us in this episode of CrimeFiction.FM to discuss her new Young Adult mystery, BLUE VOYAGE. Show Notes Diana shares the story of 16-year-old Zan, the heroine in BLUE VOYAGE. We discuss the evolution of Diana’s writing and the way she discovered she was writing a mystery with her first book. A discussion of […] The post Blue Voyage, by Diana Renn appeared first on CrimeFiction.FM.

Best-selling author Zoë Sharp joins us in this episode of CrimeFiction.FM to discuss her compelling Charlie Fox series. New US editions of the first eight books in the series are being re-released in America this week, coinciding with Zoë’s appearance as one of two International Guests of Honor at this week’s Bouchercon Conference in North […] The post The Charlie Fox Series, by Zoë Sharp appeared first on CrimeFiction.FM.

Debut author Melissa Lenhardt joins us in this episode of CrimeFiction.FM to discuss her first novel, the first in the Jack McBride series, STILLWATER. Show Notes STILLWATER is Melissa’s debut novel and the start of the Jack McBride mystery series. Jack is a former FBI agent who winds up as a small town Sherriff, living with […] The post Stillwater, by Melissa Lenhardt appeared first on CrimeFiction.FM.

Author Cindy Brown joins us in this episode of CrimeFiction.FM to discuss her new book, the second in her Ivy Meadows Mystery series, THE SOUND OF MURDER. Show Notes Cindy shares the background of her heroine, Ivy Meadows, a struggling actor, who combines a love of theater with a desire to work as a private investigator. We […] The post The Sound of Murder, by Cindy Brown appeared first on CrimeFiction.FM.

Debut author Lida Sideris joins us in this episode of CrimeFiction.FM to discuss the first in her delightfully entertaining Corrie Locke mystery series, MURDER AND OTHER UNNATURAL DISASTERS. Show Notes Lida shares the background of her heroine, Corrie Locke. We discuss the storyline of MURDER AND OTHER UNNATURAL DISASTERS. I always ask authors for their […] The post Murder and Other Unnatural Disasters, by Lida Sideris appeared first on CrimeFiction.FM.

Author and former LAPD Top Cop Paul Bishop joins us in this episode of CrimeFiction.FM to discuss his new book, LIE CATCHERS. Show Notes Paul shares the story behind the two lead characters in LIE CATCHERS, Robbery-Homicide detective“Calamity” Jane Randall and Detective Ray Pagan.  One of his goals with this duo was to avoid the cliches […] The post Lie Catchers, by Paul Bishop appeared first on CrimeFiction.FM.

Bestselling author Bill Craig joins us in this episode of CrimeFiction.FM to discuss his new book, the 10th in his Decker PI Mystery series, ARIZONA DEADLINE. Show Notes Bill shares the background of Sam Decker. He’s an ex-DEA agent turned private investigator who lives in the Florida Keys and the lead character in the Decker PI […] The post Arizona Deadline, by Bill Craig appeared first on CrimeFiction.FM.

Legendary crime author Lawrence Block joins us in this episode of CrimeFiction.FM to discuss his new book, a gritty noir story set in Florida, THE GIRL WITH THE DEEP BLUE EYES. Show Notes Lawrence shares the setup for THE GIRL WITH THE DEEP BLUE EYES. His Hollywood agent describes the new book as James M. […] The post The Girl with the Deep Blue Eyes, by the Legendary Lawrence Block appeared first on CrimeFiction.FM.

Award-winning author Les Roberts joins us in this episode of CrimeFiction.FM to discuss his new book, the 18th in his Milan Jacovich mystery series, THE ASHTABULA HAT TRICK. Show Notes Les shares the background of the series protagonist, Milan Jacovich. We discuss the changes in Cleveland, Ohio, the home of both Milan and Les Roberts. Les […] The post The Ashtabula Hat Trick, by Les Roberts appeared first on CrimeFiction.FM.

Bestselling author D.V. Berkom joins us in this episode of CrimeFiction.FM to discuss her new book, the fourth in her Leine Basso thriller series, CARGO. Show Notes DV shares the story behind her series protagonist, Leine Basso. The Leine Basso thrillers are DV’s second thriller series featuring a strong female protagonist, the first features Kate Jones. DV shares the story […] The post Cargo, by D.V. Berkom appeared first on CrimeFiction.FM.

Bestselling author Deborah Coonts joins us in this episode of CrimeFiction.FM to discuss her new book, the latest in her Lucky O’Toole mystery series, LUCKY FLASH. Show Notes Deb explains how her first published series came to be set in Las Vegas. Series protagonist, Lucky O’Toole works as the chief problem solver for the Babylon Hotel, […] The post Lucky Flash, by Deborah Coonts appeared first on CrimeFiction.FM.

Author Janet Heijens joins us in this episode of CrimeFiction.FM to discuss her debut novel, the first in her Jean Jankowski series, Wrongful Conviction. Show Notes Janet shares the story of her debut novel, Wrongful Conviction. We discuss Janet’s protagonist, Jean Jankowski, who I believe will become a fascinating series character. Janet explains her writing style […] The post Wrongful Conviction, by Janet Heijens appeared first on CrimeFiction.FM.

Shamus Award-winning author Paul D. Marks joins us in this episode of CrimeFiction.FM to discuss his latest, a noir thriller titled VORTEX. Show Notes Paul shares his definition of noir in fiction. Paul has worked in the film business and offers the movie Double Indemnity as an excellent example of a classic noir film. We discuss the storyline […] The post Vortex, by Paul D. Marks appeared first on CrimeFiction.FM.

New York Times bestselling author Cheryl Bradshaw joins us in this episode of CrimeFiction.FM to discuss her new romantic suspense novel, EYE FOR REVENGE. Show Notes Cheryl shares the story line for her new romantic suspense novel, EYE FOR REVENGE. Cheryl also writes a mystery series featuring Sloan Monroe, which is a six novel (so far) PI series. […] The post Eye for Revenge, by Cheryl Bradshaw appeared first on CrimeFiction.FM.

New York Times bestselling author Carla Neggers joins us in this episode of CrimeFiction.FM to discuss her new book, the fifth in her Sharpe and Donovan series, KEEPER’S REACH. Show Notes Carla shares the background for her two series protagonists, Emma Sharpe and Colin Donovan. Carla’s website contains a list of her books – ALL 62 of […] The post Keeper’s Reach, by Carla Neggers appeared first on CrimeFiction.FM.

New York Times bestselling author Linda Fairstein joins us in this episode of CrimeFiction.FM to discuss her new book, the 17th in her Alexandra Cooper thriller series, DEVIL’S BRIDGE. Show Notes Linda shares her reason for using New York City landmarks as the basis for the Alexandra Cooper series. DEVIL’S BRIDGE is the 17th book in […] The post Devil’s Bridge, by Linda Fairstein appeared first on CrimeFiction.FM.