The Dad Lit Podcast

In this episode I interview John Duffy. John is the author of two books, A Ballroom for Ghost Dancing, and Where When It Rains. He is also the founder and owner of Picket Fire Press, which produces beautiful editions and is on the lookout for original literary works. Visit Picketfire Press and take a look: https://www.picketfire.com/

In this episode I interview Daniel Friedman. He is a graduate of the University of Maryland and the NYU School of Law. His debut novel, Don't Ever Get Old , was nominated for an Edgar Award for Best First Novel. His three volume Buck Schatz Detective novel series is PEAK Dad Lit, with WWII, Crime, Humor, and storylines revolgin around Nazi gold and muscle cars. Check out his author page on Amazon...

J.A. Bryden becomes the first Aussie to appear on the DadLit Pod and I geek out discussing Australia stuff. I also learn the proper pronunciationfor emu (Eeeee-M-You). For more information on J.A. Bryden and his books, visit hiswebsite ( https://jabryden.com/ ) and checkout his new book Ancora and his podcast. Twitter: @JABryden His Podcast: @Stories_ttatf

William J. Burkhardt and I discuss his “Third Author Era,”his bustling editing business, and being a Dad and chasing your desired career.   Check out his book of Deadly Anagrams: https://a.co/d/hB6UgIw For more information about his editing service at SixdoomLiterary LLC reach out to him on Twitter: @sixdoomlit

In this episode Dan interviews fantasy author Tim McKay. They talk fantasy books, Tim's novel The Fall of Selvandria, and Dad Lit options in the contemporary fantasy world. Plus, you know, the normal jawing. You can find Tim on X at: @timmckay52 He hosts live author chats, which is also great. Go out and get your copy of The Fall of Selvandria here: https://a.co/d/6OZgNs4 Fo more information o...

An interview with J. Daniel Sawyer, an author, podcaster, zietgeister, and Robert Heinlein expert. (Yes we even discuss Starship Troopers) J. Dan has some awesome stuff on his website including two terrific books on Robert Heinlein's Rules for Publishing and his novel for juveniles. Webpage: https://jdsawyer.net/ Follow him on X: @dsawyer As always, you can find information on Dan Roberts, Dad Lit...

On this weeks episode I interview Brandon Dower about the literary review game. Brandon is a dedicated reader and reviewer of books and he provides the reasoning behind this. In addition he has also started a Newsletter. We get into some of his favorite Dad Lit books and talk Dad Lit Talk. Follow him on X/Twitter: @dad_saturday Subscribe to his newsletter here: https://saturdaydadreads.beehiiv.com...

In this episode I interview Charlie Kondek. We talk Updike,short stories, and Dad Lit. You can find Charlie’s site here: https://www.charliekondekwrites.com/ I make mention of a short story written by me, “The Case ofthe Runaway Overtime.” It is available here:   https://drobertswhrc.wixsite.com/dgroberts/post/the-case-of-the-runaway-overtime Here are links to some of the great Literary Mags menti...

Dan interviews Craig "Terly" Terlson. First Candian and First Grandfather to be on the pod. They discuss Terly's wayward path to writing crime novels and what is required to write the Great Candian Novel. Craig Terlson has a bunch of books available. You can get them all here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Craig-Terlson/author/B008KOK3C8?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1743461986&sr=8-1&isDr...

In this episode Dan interviews Thomas Trang about his debut novel, Dark Neon and Dirt , from Dad Lit Publisher Shotgun Honey. We talk crime novels, Elmore Leonard, and the debut publishing experience. Purchase a copy of Thomas' awesome novel, Dark Neon and Dirt , here: https://a.co/d/2q50QQF

In this episode I interview Sci Fi/Horror author S.S. Fitzgerald. We get into his novels, his service in the United States Army, the male lonelinees epidemic, and the importance of "Lit for Dad's."We discuss some heavy topics, including PTSD and warfare. So heads up! For more from S.S. Fitgerald, check out his linktree, with links to his newsletter, blog, podcast and author's pag...

I sit down with Author Dr. Alexander Marriott to discuss being a Dad, reading Dad Lit, and writing for Dads. You can purchase Alex's book, The School of Homer , here: https://www.amazon.com/School-Homer-Alexander-Marriott/dp/1800164203 For More Dad Lit follow us on X: @thedadlitpod