A Podcast featuring crime fiction authors (mostly) in which we discuss crime fiction (theirs, ours, everyone's), and life.
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In which we talk to Bill Powers, fifty-year veteran of law enforcement, author, educator, and podcaster.Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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Episode 185: From the PSWA Conference Floor
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In which we hear micro-interviews of a slew of different authors attending the Public Safety Writers Association concert (July 11-14, 2024). Discover your new favorite author!Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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Ep #184 - Adam Plantinga
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Two cops walk into a podcast... and it just so happens they're both authors, too...That's what you get when Adam Plantinga, police sergeant and best-selling author of THE ASCENT (whose Twitter account is a 10/10 entertainment value) visits the show.Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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Ep #183 - Mysteries To Die For Takeover
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TG Wolff and Jack Wolff, the hosts of Mysteries To Die For Podcast, have stormed the studios and taken over for an episode. Check out their interview with a mystery guest you may know... Trust us, you are almost guaranteed to learn something about this guest that you didn't already know.Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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Ep #182 - Gabriel Valjan
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In which Gabriel Valjan discusss his multiple series - Shane Cleary, The Company Files, and Roma - as well as his fascination with history and relationships that drive them.Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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Ep #181 - Meg Gardiner
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In which we learn about NYT Bestelling Thriller Author, Meg Gardiner! We talk about her time as a lawyer, her stint on Jeopardy, how Stephen King influenced her career, the three different thriller series she's written, and her experience co-authoring HEAT 2 with Michael Mann. Folks, she's done so much, we didn't even get to her standalone novels..…
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Ep #180 - 2024 Preview & Update
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A quick preview of the 2024 format for the podcast and a Zafiro update!Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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A special episode of the podcast as we move toward a new format in 2024! This time out we talk to ALEC CIZAK, whose new short story collection "Nobody's Coming Home" drops on Halloween 2023. Also, a brief Zafiro update and a tease about the future of the podcast...Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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Episode 178: A Grifter's Song Retropective #12 - Books 33, 34 & 35
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Celebrating the crime noir series A GRIFTER'S SONG by reviewing books 33, 34, 35 (Setting the Record Straight by Patrick H. Moore, Stealing Paradise by Curtis Ippolito, and Into the Dying Sun by Frank Zafiro), with insight from series editor/creator Frank Zafiro, a special guest star, and most importantly, interviews with the authors!…
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Episode 177: A Grifter's Song Retropective #11 - Books 30, 31 & 32
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Celebrating the crime noir series A GRIFTER'S SONG by reviewing books 30, 31, 32 (Good For It by TG Wolff, Outfoxed by Jeffery Hess, and Somewhere Outside Salvation by James DF Hannah), with insight from series editor/creator Frank Zafiro and interviews with the authors!Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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Episode 176: A Grifter's Song Retropective #10 - Books 27, 28 & 29
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Celebrating the crime noir series A GRIFTER'S SONG by reviewing books 27, 28, 29 (The Low White Plain by Trey R. Barker, Dangerous to Know by Vincent Zandri, and Madam Tomahawk by Nick Kolakowski), with insight from series editor/creator Frank Zafiro and interviews with the authors!Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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Episode 175: A Grifter's Song Retropective #9 - Books 24, 25 & 26
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Celebrating the crime noir series A GRIFTER'S SONG by reviewing books 24, 25, 26 (Dusty and Bent by Trey R. Barker, Concrete and Cocaine by Vincent Zandri, and Ghost Image by Kat Richardson), with insight from series editor/creator Frank Zafiro and interviews with the authors!Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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Episode 174: A Grifter's Song Retropective #8 - Books 21, 22 & 23
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Celebrating the crime noir series A GRIFTER'S SONG by reviewing books 21, 22, 23 (The Alpha Whisperer by Frank Zafiro, Dracula Wine by David Housewright, and Diamond Dogs by Gabriel Valjan), with insight from series editor/creator Frank Zafiro and interviews with the authors![*note: Gabriel Valjan response to the interview request was in written fo…
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Episode 173: A Grifter's Song Retropective #7 - Books 18, 19 & 20
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Celebrating the crime noir series A GRIFTER'S SONG by reviewing books 18, 19, and 20 (Rocky Mountain Lie by Michael Pool, Open Up Your Heart by Carmen Jaramillo, and Ride Like Hell by SA Cosby) with insight from series editor/creator Frank Zafiro and interviews with the authors!Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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Episode 172: A Grifter's Song Retropective #6 - Books 15, 16 & 17
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Celebrating the crime noir series A GRIFTER'S SONG by reviewing books 15, 16, 17 (The Rule of Thirds by Matt Phillips, The Down and Out by Lawrence Maddox, and Travel Money by Jonathan Brown) with insight from series editor/creator Frank Zafiro and interviews with the authors!Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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Episode 171: A Grifter's Song Retropective #5 - Books 12, 13 & 14
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Celebrating the crime noir series A GRIFTER'S SONG by reviewing books 12, 13 and 14 (Still Life with Suitcase by Scott Eubanks, and Down Comes the Night and The Reckoner by Frank Zafiro) with insight from series editor/creator Frank Zafiro and interviews with the authors!Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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Episode 170: A Grifter's Song Retropective #4 - Books 9, 10 & 11
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Celebrating the crime noir series A GRIFTER'S SONG by reviewing books 9, 10, and 11 (Upgrade by Asa Maria Bradley, The Money Block by Holly West, and The Sound of Breaking Bones by Eric Beetner) with insight from series editor/creator Frank Zafiro and interviews with the authors!Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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Episode 169: A Grifter's Song Retropective #3 - Books 6, 7 & 8
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Celebrating the crime noir series A GRIFTER'S SONG by reviewing books 6, 7, and 8 (Losing Streak by Jim Wilsky, Come the Apocalypse by Frank Zafiro, and Gone Dead on You by Eryk Pruitt) with insight from series editor/creator Frank Zafiro and interviews with the authors!Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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Episode 168: A Grifter's Song Retropective #2 - Books 3, 4 & 5
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Celebrating the crime noir series A GRIFTER'S SONG by reviewing books 3, 4, and 5 (The Whale by Lawrence Kelter, The Movie Makers by Gary Phillips, and Lost in Middle America by Colin Conway) with insight from series editor/creator Frank Zafiro and interviews with the authors!Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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Episode 167: A Grifter's Song Retropective #1 - Books 1 & 2
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The launch of a mini-series celebrating A GRIFTER'S SONG, featuring the origin story of the series from series creator and editor, Frank Zafiro, and reviewing book 1 (The Concrete Smile by Frank Zafiro) and book 2 (People Like Us by JD Rhoades)with interviews with the authors.Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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Episode 166: Mark Bergin w/ special guest co-host Colin Conway, Part II
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In which special guest co-host Colin Conway and Frank finish interviewing Mark Bergin, who talks about his short story work and his stint at teaching. Also, book recommendations for your summer reads from a number of previous guests.(AND AN IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT FROM THE HOST!)Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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Episode 165: Mark Bergin (w/ special guest host Colin Conway), Part I
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In which special guest co-host Colin Conway and Frank interview Mark Bergin, who discusses his time as a law enforcement officer, as well as his excellent novel, Apprehension. Also, a June update from Lance at Down and Out Books.Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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Episode #164: Jeffery Hess
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In which Jeffery talks about his Beachhead Trilogy, short stories, and his new book!Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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Episode #163: Jamie Mason
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In which Jamie discusses her suspense novels, secret talents, and philosophical approach to storytelling.Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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Episode #162: Greg Levin
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In which Greg talks about his dark novels (tinged with humor), including THE EXIT MAN, SICK TO DEATH, and IN WOLVES CLOTHING.Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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Episode 161: Jill Maser / Jamie Lee Fry
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In which Jill Maser discusses her eclectic catalog and Jamie Lee Fry talks about her psychological thrillers.Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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Episode #160: Neely Tucker (w/ Special Guest Co-Host Dana King)
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In which Neely talks about his Sully Carter novels and his career as a journalist.Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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In which Emmeline discusses her Portland-based cozies.Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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In which Stephen discusses his novellas set in FloridaKirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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In which Gavin talks about his thrillers, procedurals, his podcast, and some about contemporary policing.Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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In which Libby discusses her mystery novels AND historical novels!Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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Episode #155: Christie Bunting & Cathi Twitero
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In which the authors and podcast co-hosts talk about Game of Books podcast, writing lessons learned, motivation, other authors, and, of course, wine. Also, book recs from Dan Bronson, Bryan Collins, Susan Wingate, Kevin Tipple, and David Putnam, along with an April update from Lance Wright at Down and Out Books.…
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In which Aaron discusses his novel UNDER COLOR OF LAW.Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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In which John talks about his P.T. Marsh series of mystery novels, including the newest, A GOOD KILL.Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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In which Barb discusses her award-winning short story career (and mentions her editing gig).Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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In which Susan discuss her eclectic catalog, her new book WHEN YOU LEAVE ME (June 2022), living away from the city, her podcast DIALOGUE, and more!Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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AB Patterson / Bill Cameron
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In which we get a double shot! First up, AB Patterson, noir author and former cop in Australia, followed by fellow Oregonian and eclectic author, Bill Cameron!Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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Open & Shut w/ Dan Bronson
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In which Dan tells stories from his long career in the film industry and talks about his novel, SOMEONE TO WATCH OVER ME.Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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Open & Shut w/ Bryan Collins
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In which Bryan talks about his books and his podcast.Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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Kwei Quartery (with co-host John A. Hoda)
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In which John A. Hoda co-hosts and interviews Kwei Quartey about his award-winning series.Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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Open & Shut w/ David Putnam
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In which David talks about his Bruno Johnson series and his law enforcement career.Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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Open & Shut w/ Scotti Andrews
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In which Scotti talks about her mysteries, horror, and romance offerings.Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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Open & Shut w/ David Temple
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In which David discusses his books, podcast, and film projects.Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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Open & Shut w/ Rhonda Armbrust
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In which Rhonda talks about her Remote Viewer series and her upcoming military thriller.Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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Episode 142: Vikki J. Carter
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In which Vikki discusses her role as The Author's Librarian, the importance of research, her own books in progress, and her podcast (Authors of the Pacific Northwest). Also, news from Down and Out Books by Lance Wright, and book recommendations from Michael Penncavage, Diego Ornelas Tapia, SF Kosa, and Spencer Fleury.…
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Open & Shut w/ Sebastien Fitzek
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In which Sebastien talks about the English translation of Das Packet (The Package)and his new project, The Playlist.Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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Open & Shut w/ Janet Lynn and Will Zeilinger
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In which Janet and Will talk about their collaborations and their solo work.Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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Open & Shut w/ Michael Penncavage
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In which Michael discusses his short stories and new novel, PERSON UNKNOWN.Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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In which Matt discusses his Rick Cahill mystery series, writing a series character over time, CTE, whether he'd rather see his work adapted into a film or streaming series, and those great book and TV series he is inspired by (note: since recording this, I have binged DEADWOOD in its entirety and loved it, so don't @ me). Also, an update from Down …
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Open & Shut w/ Kevin Tipple
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In which Kevin talks about his fiction and his review blog, Kevin's Corner.Kirjoittanut Frank Zafiro
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