The Sample Chapter Podcast

Episode 85 with SciFi Thriller author, Steve Alten is finally here! Jason has been giddy with excitement to at last share his conversation with the creator of such titles as The Meg, The Loch, Undisclosed, Shell Game, and Dog Training the American Male to name just a few. They talk about inspiration and influences, writing tips and Steve's Adopt an Author program before diving into an intense chap...

Welcome to a special Wednesday edition of the SCP episode 84 with poet, Beth Gordon! The Labor Day weekend may have delayed the episode but I think you'll find it worth the wait as Beth shares four of her delightful poems as well as multiple golden nuggets of wisdom. We talk about finding a way to do your passions, taking chances, healing thru writing and so much more so click that play button now...

Exuberantly peppy author, Kathrin Hutson is our oh-so-fun guest for episode 83! Listen in as she and Jason talk happily never after, growing as an indie author, tainted heroes and much more followed by a chapter reading from her international best-seller, "Sleepwater Beat!" Kathrin Hutson website (with social media links) Creative Edge Publicity Scrivener (use code CHAPTER for 20% off your desktop...

Episode 82 is truly an inspirational interview with first-time author, Iris Long! Join us for a lovely discussion about life's unexpected turns, dealing with dark times and her incredible journey to do something she never thought of doing, writing a book!  Iris Long website with Amazon and B&N links! Iris on Facebook and Twitter Hunter Entertainment Scrivener (use code CHAPTER for 20% off your des...

Episode 81 is an exciting surprise BONUS episode with Multimedia Storyteller, Joseph VanBuren! Also known as a Horror-Hip-Hop-Poet, Joseph (or JVB) shares with us his story, goal setting, his music, and the water & oil combination of horror poetry. Believe me when I say you don't want to miss his incredible reading.  Joseph VanBuren website with all social media links JVB on Amazon The Mando Metho...

SciFi author, Angela Daniel is our terrific guest for episode 80! Growing up near a Nasa space center helped shape Angela's love for all things SciFi and her synaesthesia condition helps imbue her writing with vivid sensory details. Hear about all this and more as well as her first-ever chapter reading in this delightful episode! Angela Daniel website (with social media links) Angela on Amazon Scr...

Episode 79 features Historical & Contemporary Romance author, the ever-so-charming, E.E. Burke! We have a great discussion on getting into character heads, research, her history as a college disc jockey, and much more before enjoying a delightful romp that was her first-ever chapter reading!  E.E. Burke website & newsletter E.E. Burke on Amazon E.E. Burke Facebook , Twitter , Instagram Scrivener (...

A radical episode 78 with Pop Culture Enthusiast, Author, and Speaker Chris Clews is here! Hop into Doc Brown's time-traveling DeLorean with us as we "flashback" into Chris' book, as well as all things 80s. We talk about the movies, the music, the cars, and just life in general during that incredible decade before diving into a sample chapter of Chris' book.  Chris Clews website with all social me...

Thriller author and new friend, Jimmy Gear is our guest for episode 77! Listen as we discuss the writer's mindset and struggles as well as some insight as to what inspired his books. Finally, we dive into a suspenseful sample chapter from his latest book, The Birthday Girl!  Jimmy Gear on Amazon Contact Jimmy at  jimmygearfiction@gmail.com Come see Jimmy at Reader's World , Warrensburg! (7/27/2019...

Horror author, Lucas Mangum is our delightfully twisted guest for episode 76! Join the laughs as you hear about Lucas's influences, his writing trials, and some great writing tips. Of course, you don't want to miss his wicked chapter reading from his latest, Saint Sadist. Lucas Mangum website with podcast and patron link Lucas on Amazon Lucas on social media Scrivener (use code CHAPTER for 20% off...

Truck driver turned Christian/Suspense author, Kelly Mack McCoy is our guest for episode 75! You are in for a treat in hearing Mr. McCoy's inspiration for writing, his love for his writing group, and knowing your audience. Then with that delightful Texan drawl that pulls you into the story, he reads the first chapter from his debut novel, Rough Way to the High Way.  Kelly Mack McCoy website with s...

Lucas Milliron is our guest for episode 74! He may look cute and cuddly and sound dreamy, but his writing will get inside your head and give life to unnatural thoughts, SWEET! Join Lucas and Jason as they discuss giving yourself permission to be a writer, his thoughts on what horror is, and plans for the upcoming Scares That Care event. Be sure to stick around for his fantastic reading from Prisma...

Former trial lawyer turned award-winning legal thriller author, Mark M. Bello is our esteemed guest for episode 73! We have a wonderful chat about writing and the real life inspirations for his Zachary Blake legal thrillers before diving into a gripping chapter reading from his latest! Mark M. Bello website Mr. Bello social media Facebook & Twitter Scrivener (remember code CHAPTER for 20% off your...

Multi-talented SciFi & Urban Fantasy author, Scott Moon is our guest for episode 72! We have a great conversation about balancing work and writing, using dictation, and his author-centric website and show, Keystroke Medium. Then Scott dives into a gritty chapter reading of his latest book in the Chronicles of Kin Roland, Weapons of Earth. I'm going to have to take him up on an offer to get togethe...

USA Today bestselling YA Author, the incredible Aileen Erin is our guest! We talk about her amazing Alpha Girl Series, why werewolves are sexier than vampires (duh), and we find out what she wishes people would tell her about! Don't miss all this and her incredible chapter reading in episode 71!  Aileen Erin website with Social Media links Aileens Erin on Amazon Scrivener (use code CHAPTER to save...

A true champion for the indie-author, Brenna Cariker is our delightful guest for episode 70! Hear Brenna discuss her love of expression through art, the writer's mindset, and her incredible inspiration behind her debut novel, Chasing Light's Shadow. And you don't want to miss out on her cliffhanger reading of this YA Urban Fantasy! Brenna Cariker website with social media links Brenna Cariker on A...

Horror author, Robert Ford stops by in this week's episode to read from his latest, A Penny For Your Thoughts! Mr. Ford was so generous with his time and a pure joy to speak with about his 15-year career, finding character inspirations, and his advice for newer authors. His latest book, co-written by Matt Hayward, is available for pre-order now and drops June 1st! Robert Ford website Mr. Ford on T...

Speculative Fiction author and podcaster, J.R. Frontera is our delightful guest for episode 68! And yes, you read the name of her book correctly. Listen as she discusses what makes a good story, reader expectations, and the inside scoop on Starship Ass origins followed by an outrageous, yet oddly familiar sample chapter. J.R. Frontera website with social media links J.R. Frontera on Amazon Wordwra...

Urban Contemporary & Fantasy author, S. M. Muse is our delightful guest for episode 67! He talks writing advice, what inspires his writing and more before diving into book one of his latest series, The Summer People. S.M. Muse website with social media links S.M. Muse on Amazon Scrivener (use code CHAPTER for 20% off your desktop order!) Pop Goes the Culture U-Stor-All  

Urban Fantasy and SciFi author Tabitha Lord is our guest this week! Having met at Planet Comicon, Jason and Tabitha have a lot of laughs talking about visual writing, the joy of writing a great scene, and her status as a grand prize winner with Writer's Digest! She also reads a riveting scene from her latest book, Equinox, book 3 in the Horizon series, which is out today!  Tabitha Lord website and...

Thriller author, Brian W. Peterson is our guest for episode 65 of the show! Brian is our first guest author from Jason's trip to Planet Comicon last month. They have a few laughs talking about writing from childhood, influences, and stories that come from dreams. Then Brian dives into a sample chapter from his latest Psychological Thriller, Wager of Death! Brian W. Peterson website and book links...

Romance Author, Bob Young, is our guest for episode 64! Hailing from Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, Bob and Jason have a great chat about Character Flaws, Writing in Romance, and whether or not Romance should always have a happy ending. After this, Bob reads a sample chapter from his WWII romance, Julia's Bombardier! Bob Young website (with social media links) Class Acts Books Scrivener (Use code CHAPTER f...

Best-selling YA author, Suzy Vadori is our delightful guest for episode 63! We discuss where her fantasy stories come from, her love of writing community and the value of those first few beta-readers among other things. She then dives into the first chapter of her multiple awards nominated first book, The Fountain.   Suzy Vadori website with her social media links The Fountain on Amazon Scrivener...

Award-winning Crime Thriller author, Roger Bray is our guest for episode 62! I had the esteemed privilege of chatting with Roger about inspiration, starting as an author and learning that "every story is a good story." Then Roger gives us a wild whodunit reading from his latest book, Blood Ribbon! Roger Bray website and blog with social media links Roger's books on Amazon Scrivener (use code CHAPT...

Award-winning and best-selling author, William Bernhardt is our esteemed guest this week! Not only is he the author of over 40 books, but he's also a poet, a podcaster, a writing instructor and a very eloquent speaker. We discuss his start in legal thrillers, the friends we make in writing community, and much more before he gives us a thrilling reading from his newest series, The Last Chance Lawye...