Wrong Place, Write Crime

In which we learn about the many and varied pursuits of Barbara Nickless, including her Sydney Parnell books.

In which Reed shares his experiences in writing Robert P. Parker's Jesse Stone series, talks a little Lawrence Block, and gives a quick overview of Joseph Serpe, Gus Murphy, Gulliver Dowd, Dylan Klein, and Moe Prager.

In which a couple of retired cops sit down to talk....and Robin discusses being the first female cop on her department, her experiences as a hostage negotiator and a forensic artist, as well as her early novels, her collaboration with Clive Cussler, and what's next for her.

In which Kate talks about her Grace McKenna novels.

In which Brenda discusses her novels and educates the host on some Canadian history.

In which Chris discusses the fine art of editing crime fiction.

In which Jim talks about his long career in corrections and his several novels.

In which Paul talks about his books WHITE HEAT, BROKEN WINDOWS, and the forthcoming, THE BLUES DON'T CARE.

In which Hilary talks about her time as a travel writer, short stories (incl. Thuglit), and her new novel, DON'T LOOK DOWN. Lance Wright gives some D&O release news. Book recs from Holly West, Warren Moore, JJ Hensley, and Sam Wiebe.

In which John Hoda and host Frank Zafiro simulcast an "interview each other" episode of our respective podcasts. John's can be found at https://www.johnhoda.com/mfds-95-frank-zafiro/. We discuss our professional and writing journeys, including how the job influences the writing career, as well as the ever-changing publishing market.

In which Warren discusses heavy metal, short stories, the disappearing tenure track, and more, including one that may shock you. Also, Lance Wright from Down and Out Books w/ an update on new titles!

In which Sam discusses Vancouver's Downtown East Side, his PI novels, his Edgar-nominated short story, and TV adaptations.

In which Shawn talks about A Grifter's Song, his Anthony Award, and the craziness accompanying the upcoming publication of his new book BLACKTOP WASTELAND.

In which Holly talks about her Mistress of Fortune series, her new novella THE MONEY BLOCK, conferences, and Mick.

In which JJ talks about his background in law enforcement and the Secret Service, and about his books.

In which Big Daddy Thug talks about Boo and Junior, Thuglit, France, and the publishing industry.

In which Deborah talks about her successful Lucky O'Toole series, mystery conferences, the publishing world, fast cars and first lines. Co-hosted by Colin Conway, with an update from Down and Out Books on new titles, and book recommendations from P.L. Katz, Nick Feldman, and Lori Rader-Day.

In which Paul discusses his debut novel, DISORDER.

In which Nick discusses his Mina Davis series.

In which Cathy discusses her Cait Morgan series, WISE Enquiry series, and more.

In which Lori discusses UNDER A DARK SKY, her new book THE LUCKY ONE, her very different WIP, and more! Plus a cameo flashback from Eryk Pruitt, a D&O update from Lance Wright, book recs from Charles Salzberg and Libby Klein...AND announcing that the podcast was selected as one of the top ten crime podcasts you should be listening to: https://blog.feedspot.com/crime_fiction_podcasts/

in which Libby talks about her Poppy McAllister series and cozy mysteries in general.

In which Charles discusses his Swann novels and Second Story Man.

In which Jess discusses writing non-fiction, his evolving catalog of novels, NOT getting drunk with Jonathan Tropper, what it means to be "writer famous," and shares a little about his journey as a writer.

In which super reader Connie Irvine talks about how she has discovered lesser known writers such as the host, Eric Beetner, Colin Conway, and others.