Author Interviews

A profoundly moving new novel about a middle-aged couple's struggle with the husband’s descent into early-onset Lewy Body dementia. Counting Backwards captures the pair’s final years, months, and days in short scenes that burn with despair, rage, and dark humor, tracking the brutal destruction of the disease as well as the moments of love and beauty that still exist for them.

A Working Man’s Guide is a value-driven roadmap for working men seeking to thrive in their careers, relationships, and personal lives. Mark Teague draws on his remarkable path from farmhand to executive and business owner to give a framework for problem-solving rooted firmly in time-honored ethics and practical advice.

This comprehensive, easy-to-follow guide is the first resource to consider bone and joint health together. Learn which nutrients the body needs in what amounts, which anti-inflammatory ingredients to keep in your kitchen, and what exercises can help improve bone health. The great-tasting recipes are for everyone, from omnivores to vegans.

Mike Chmielewski is joined by Ben Macintyre, writer for The Times (UK) and bestselling author, to discuss his thrilling recounting of one of the most harrowing hostage situations and daring rescue attempts of our time, of ordinary, everyday people.

A Place for Us unfolds the lives of an Indian-American Muslim family, gathered together in their Californian hometown to celebrate the eldest daughter, Hadia's, wedding - a match of love rather than tradition. A narrative that spans decades and sees family life through the eyes of each member, A Place For Us charts the crucial moments in the family's past, from the bonds that bring them together t...

Join Mike Chmielewski as he is joined by author, reporter, anchor, and BYU graduate Janeen Golightly, as they talk about why giving your marriage one last try could actually help you move on.

Retired financial advisor Frank Buchholz distills 40 years of real-world experience into a practical, jargon-free guide to securing financial freedom. This is not a get-rich-quick scheme—it’s a proven blueprint for sustainable wealth building through smart, consistent investing

The Communist’s Secret is the second book in The Leningrad Trilogy, a gripping World War II tale with a complicated heroine. Katya is courageous, impulsive, and desperate, as she battles the Nazis and her demons in this story of second chances.

Lee Henrikson talks with Pulitzer Prize finalist and New York Times bestselling author Annie Jacobsen about her newest book: a scenario and vivid picture of what could happen.

Sarah talked to Mike Chmielewski about the Curry area and how she blends true history with her imagination to create this story. In 1974, young Californians Thomas Findlay and Emily Wells dug post holes for a cabin on that very hill and unearthed a human bone. The discovery shatters their struggle for stability and their attempt to start their lives over, propelling the couple toward their own tra...

Award-winning writer Marybeth Holleman talks with Mike Chmielewski about her new book. Raised by North Carolina’s Smokies, she now lives in the embrace of Alaska's Chugach Mountains. Her essays, poetry, and articles have appeared in numerous journals, magazines, and anthologies. Bloom Again, her first fiction book, weaves together a narrative, characters, and a depiction of the climate change cris...

Ray Bonell, Artist and Historian, joins Mike Chmielewski to talk about his book on the early days of the Mat-Su Valley.  Ray will be at Fireside Books on Saturday, September 14th, from 1:00-3:00 PM 

Mike Chmielewski is joined by Susan Hensley, a transformational coach, speaker, journalist, and author, to discuss how to reclaim the wisdom, wonder, and free spirit you once possessed.

"The Hockey Experiment" by Ava Miles  Dr. Valentina Hargrove is on a mission to prove once and for all that hockey players are modern-day cavemen. Her problem? Brock “The Rock” Thomson, captain of the Alexandria Eagles, is as infuriatingly charming as he is undeniably intelligent. Join Valentina and Brock as professional goals clash with personal ones.  It's a fun ride through attraction, discover...

Impertinent Question is Dan O'Neill's new book. He shares stories with Mike about being a liberal columnist at a conservative newspaper in the red state of Alaska. Dan says that his fidelity is to accuracy, truth, and putting history together.

Mike Chmeilewski talks to award-winning novelist Juliette Fay about her new book, The Harvey Girls. This novel is based on the real Harvey Girls, who were waitresses who served in America’s first hospitality chain on the Santa Fe railroad.  The story centers on Charlotte Crowninshield and Billie MacTavish, who share three things: a room, a heartfelt dislike of each other… and each has a secret tha...

a 2025 novel by Marybeth Holleman about climate change and resilience

Author, reporter, anchor, and BYU graduate, Janeen Golightly, talks about why giving your marriage one last try could actually help you move on.

Larri shares memories from 18 years of sailing with her husband and daughter on their sailboat the  Altariel . Their many adventures went from dangerous and nerve-racking to the fantastic views of nature in Southeast Alaska.

Sarah Lengler writes speculative fiction where timelines twist and memories mislead. When not writing, she enjoys Alaska’s beauty, her faith, and time with her fiancé, stepdaughter, husky, and ferrets. Her debut novel promises thrilling journeys, sharp turns, and lasting impact. The story follows Shea Murphy, a scientist who wakes in Alaska missing a year of memories and finds herself dependent on...