Game of Books

Christie and Cathi discuss The Guest List by Lucy Foley. They sip a red blend and munch on canapés while talking about the multiple perspectives and creepy setting of the story.

Christie and Cathi chat with author M. E. Browning about her new thriller Shadow Ridge. They discuss her inspirations for the book, the path she took to publishing, and her love of Colorado. The wine this week is Pine Ridge Chenin Blanc Viognier.

For our first GOB club, Cathi and Christie are joined by three lucky listeners to discuss the book The First to Lie with the author herself, Hank Phillippi Ryan. For the book club, the food is sandwiches and chocolate chip cookies paired with the wine: Antigal UNO Malbec. Everyone gets to talk to Hank and she answers all our questions. 

Cathi and Christie are joined by Convince Me author Nina Sadowsky who gives the first lesson in our Words in Progress series. The topic this week is themes and Nina provides some insights into how to develop themes in your writing. Listen to hear about an exciting opportunity to receive critique on your writing from Nina.

Christie and Cathi chat with another guest author from California, Richard Meredith. While sipping Petite Sirah from California, they discuss the marine research Richard did for his book The Crow's Nest. 

Cathi and Christie are joined by author Danny Gardner. The enlightening conversation extends from Danny's book, Ace Boon Coon: The Tales of Elliot Caprice, to many topics and issues in society. They also discuss Danny's own publishing house: Bronzeville Books. Danny chose the Jean-Jacque Auchère Sancerre for the wine this week.

Christie and Cathi interview Joseph Reid, writer of "Departure." They sip Starborough Sauvignon Blanc and discuss airport art, sharks, and Joe's path to becoming an author.

Cathi and Christie are back for Season 3 with a couple glasses of Rosé and some fresh basil. They recap the highlights of their 'lockdown reads' and preview what's to come this season. Cathi celebrates her birthday with a surprise guest.

Christie and Cathi celebrate the end to a killer season two while getting excited about the many ways to interact with our guest authors during this quarantine. The wine this week is McGuigan The Plan Shiraz.  

Cathi and Christie sip DaVinci Chianti and talk about "All We Buried" by Elena Taylor. After last weeks C&C episode, there's so much to discuss including a writer's perspective segment about Elena's editing advice. 

Christie and Cathi call Elena Taylor as she celebrates the release of her new book "All We Buried." The insightful conversation includes advice as well as fun horse related stories. All three drink a different wine this week: Cathi drinks Dreaming Tree Cabernet, Christie drinks Big Six Bourbon Barrel Zinfandel, and Elena drinks a Mourvèdre from Isenhower Cellars in her home state of Washington.

Cathi and Christie discuss Al Pessin's new book "Sandblast" while drinking Imagery Pinot Noir. They also talk about what life has been like during quarantine and how they're staying creative.

Christie and Cathi practice good social distancing in their phone interview with Al Pessin. They discuss his journey to getting his debut thriller novel "Sandblast" published. They also discuss what a book tour looks like in the current pandemic (make sure to check out Al Pessin's author page on Facebook). For wine, they drink Al's favorite: Casal Garcia Vinho Verde.

Christie and Cathi are joined by Catriona McPherson after last week's book club episode for "Strangers at the Gate." We learn about Catriona's writing process, experiences in the U.S. and Scotland, and whether she'd rather live in a tree house or a cave.

Cathi and Christie spend Friday the 13th discussing Catriona McPherson's book "Strangers at the Gate." They pair the book with a balsamic red wine roasted chicken and 3 Girls Cabernet Sauvignon. The writer's perspective this week focuses on writing setting.

Christie and Cathi talk with Nina Sadowsky about her latest novel "The Empty Bed," her prior novels, and her film and TV career. They also discuss the role of authors in marketing. The wine of the episode is Mirassou Pinot Noir. 

Cathi and Christie discuss Nina Sadowsky's "The Empty Bed" while drinking TYKU Sake. The Writer's Perspective this week is about book birthdays and we get an update on Cathi's new editor.

Christie and Cathi celebrate Christie's birthday by discussing "When You See Me" by Lisa Gardner; the latest in one of her favorite series. The wine this week is the Ravenswood Zinfandel. For the writer's perspective they talk about Lisa Gardner's tips on researching.

Christie and Cathi call Jess Lourey for a conversation about her writing including her latest book "Unspeakable Things." The chat ranges from writing in a variety of genres to writing retreats to advice for querying. The wine this week is Bota Box.

Christie and Cathi taste AVA Grace Rosé and talk about Jess Lourey's "Unspeakable Things." Their discussion leads into the writer's perspective section where the topic is Young Adult vs. Adult Fiction. 

Christie and Cathi have a conversation with bestselling author Taylor Stevens while sipping the Dark Horse Big Red Blend. After discussing "Liars' Legacy" last week, they talk to Taylor about her writing process and how she first got published. She also gives advice to writers. You can listen to more from her on "The Taylor Stevens Show" podcast. 

Cathi and Christie discuss Taylor Stevens second book in the Jack and Jill Thriller series, "Liars' Legacy." The book ties into their writer's perspective segment on writing multiple perspectives. Wine of the week is the Schmitt Söhne Riesling.

Christie and Cathi have a conversation with J.T. Ellison, author of "Good Girls Lie", about her career, books, and views on writing. For our wine this week, The Wine Vixen chose the Museum Tempranillo.

Christie and Cathi prepare for next week's J.T. Ellison C&C by discussing her new book "Good Girls Lie." They also focus on her "two-minute rule" in the Writer's Perspective segment. Wine this week is the interesting Replica Just Right Cabernet Sauvignon.

Cathi and Christie start 2020 drinking Prophecy Wines Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. They discuss their New Year's resolutions and look forward to the year ahead!