Angie and Christie Write Now!

Stacie Grey knows how to keep readers on the edge of their seats. She is not only a mystery lover, but a biotech researcher by day, and a psychological thriller writer by night. She lives in Alameda, California, with her husband and dog, where she crafts pulse-pounding stories that twist and turn. Her latest release, She Left, is a psychological thriller that has been keeping readers up at night s...

It’s hard to believe, but we’re celebrating the first anniversary of Angie & Christie Write Now! To mark this milestone, we’re throwing it back to where it all started – our very first episode. In this special edition, we watch our podcast’s humble beginnings unfold, where it was just the two of us, filled with excitement and big dreams for our writing journeys and the “writers helping writers...

Do you prefer the book or the movie? Join us as we discuss our top five favorite horror novel-to-movie adaptations with guest host, C.J. Edmunds, host of the Urban Fantasy PH podcast and author of Speculative Fiction and Magical Realism. We'll be counting down our favorite horror/thriller authors and novels, along with their adaptations to television or film. #horrorstories #horrorstory #thrillern...

From small-town Iowa to the chilling depths of psychological thrillers, get ready for plot twists and edges of your seat stories. Bestselling author Tony Wirt had an early start to his writing journey—his first publication was in first grade when a hard-hitting essay on Airplane II: The Sequel made it into the Lake Mills Elementary School’s Creative Courier. Then, as a proud graduate of the Univer...

We are absolutely thrilled to welcome back a very special guest—the first author to join us on the podcast—Blakely Chorpenning! Her talent for crafting immersive, emotional stories left a lasting impression and now, with the release of her latest novel, Requiem, the second book in the Sinners and Saints series, we couldn't be more excited to catch up with her again, and dive deeper into the gr...

Get ready to dive into the vibrant world of speculative fiction and independent media with a truly multifaceted artist. Josh Wilson is an accomplished author, nonfiction editor, and a passionate advocate for independent media and culture. He’s also the driving force behind The Fabulist Magazine, a publication that has been a beacon for short fiction, poetry, and art since 2007. It stands out for i...

🚀 Are you ready for an extraordinary journey through the realms of science fiction, fantasy, and horror? 📚 Ef Deal is a multi-talented artist, a master of words, and a weaver of fantastical tales. From the depths of her vivid imagination, she brings forth stories that transport readers to magical kingdoms and realms of darkness. 🎶 As a musician, a poet, and an editor, she brings a unique perspe...

Get ready to meet a real-life hero turned storyteller! Jason Powell is a New York City firefighter and an author whose debut novel is sure to ignite excitement among readers. Born the youngest of nine children, this firefighter learned the value of sweet escapes and alone time early on. Now, when he's not battling blazes or saving lives, you'll find him wandering the vibrant streets of NYC...

Dive into the captivating world of storytelling with an award-winning author, Claudia Blood. Claudia knows how to weave epic fantasies that resonate with readers across genres. From the Relic trilogy to the Merged series and the Supernatural Detective Agency, her tales take us on exhilarating adventures where the slightly familiar meets the entirely unique. With a background in research science an...

Get ready to embark on a thrilling journey through the sands of ancient Egypt! Malayna Evans is a master storyteller with a passion for unlocking the secrets of the past. Hailing from the mountains of Lehi, Utah, she now calls the city of Chicago her home, and her love for the Windy City's energy, diversity, and vibe infuses every page of her book. With a background in ancient history, includi...

Imagine your twin sister vanishes into thin air, leaving behind a trail of unanswered questions and a gaping void in your life. In order to figure out what happened to her, you decide to assume your sister’s identity. That's the gripping premise behind Sarah James ' debut novel, The Woman with Two Shadows. It's a captivating tale set against the backdrop of World War II, filled with in...

Ready to embark on a journey through the realms of imagination and collaboration? Hold onto your bookmarks, everyone, because today's episode will do just that! We are so excited to welcome the visionary founders of Strong Women, Strange Worlds to our podcast. We sat down with them for a dive deep into the world of speculative fiction and to explore their journey in building the concept of Str...

Did your favorite fantasy novel make our Top 10 list? C.J. Edmunds, author of Speculative Fiction and Magical Realism, guest hosts as we countdown our favorite high fantasy / fantasy authors and novels from 5 to 1. We planned to countdown all ten authors in one go, but we all have very definite opinions that we had to share. So, here is Part 2. C. J. Edmunds Amazon Author Page- Amazon.com: C.J. Ed...

“I couldn’t put down this page-turner. . . . The new When Harry Met Sally . . . a warm, smart, sexy, and absolutely charming debut.”—Colleen Hoover As much as the 2020 pandemic years were weird and frustrating, they also brought us the amazing, swoon-worthy romance entitled "Say You'll Be Mine", by Naina Kumar. While living in her parents' house during the pandemic and working re...

Have you ever had an experience where everything seemed to fall into place? Like it was meant to be? That's exactly how the collaboration between MarcyKate Connolly and Kathryn Holmes felt as they crafted their new book, "The Thirteenth Circle. " When Kathryn envisioned a Middle Grade X-Files novel, she knew she needed a second voice to take on the role of "Mulder." As fate...

Did your favorite fantasy novel make our Top 10 list? C.J. Edmunds, author of Speculative Fiction and Magical Realism, guest hosts as we countdown our favorite high fantasy / fantasy authors and novels from 10 to 6. We planned to countdown all ten authors in one go, but we all have very definite opinions that we had to share. So, here is Part 1. Part 2 comes out next week. C. J. Edmunds Amazon Aut...

Have you ever wondered whether a Masters of Fine Arts Program (MFA) was right for you? This episode might help you decide. Charlotte Bennardo is the author of Young Adult (YA), New Adult (NA), and Middle Grade (MG) novels, including the Evolution Revolution Trilogy, and the co-author of the YA books Blonde OPS and Sirenz. Throughout her writing career, she has had many experiences such as freelanc...

Hey everyone! Welcome back! This week, we meet Robert Wayne McCoy, a dark fantasy and horror author of short and long fiction. Robert’s writing journey begins as a young child with a learning disability which, although diagnosed, was managed with difficulty. Undeterred and determined to succeed, Robert went to college for a theater degree which eventually led him to discover the joys of writing hi...

A good romance novel is hard to beat. But a romance trope that makes you put the book down for good (or at least a little while!) can happen too. Here are Angie and Christie's least favorite romance tropes. Do you agree?

Aaah, romance! Who doesn't love a good romance book? So many tropes, so little time. But we all have our favorites. Which ones do Angie and Christie love the most? Here are their Top Five!

Welcome to our debut interview, which also happens to be our Halloween episode! This week, we meet Blakely Chorpenning, the multi-genre author of “Souled Out”, “Sinner” and “Tin Moon”. Blakely’s writer-story begins with a fantastic 9th grade creative writing teacher (thank you Mrs. Kline!) and is soon followed by the merger of different small stories into her first book. Blakely explains how she i...

Welcome to Angie & Christie Write Now where every week, we’ll explore a different facet of the writing process. We’ll go through all the emotions that come with writing and publishing a book, from the highs to the lows, the silly and the serious, and all the hard work in between. We’ll also chat with authors, editors, agents, and publishers about what it means to be a writer and the process th...

Welcome to Angie & Christie Write Now! Every week, we'll explore a different facet of the writing process, from the lows to the highs, the silly to the serious, and all the hard work in between. Come share your journey with us and find your own path to writing because: Who said there's just one way to write a book? Email: angiechristiewritenow@gmail.com Instagram: instagram.com/angiech...