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The Story Blender with host Steven James tonight interviews author John Dixon. Steven is the author of several books including his award winning series The Bowers Files. Visit www.thestoryblender.com for more information on this show and Steven's work.  John Dixon Bestselling Author of Phoenix Island Former Golden Gloves boxer, prison tutor, and middle school English teacher delves into how his life experiences helped shape the stories in his novels. He also shares about how his book Phoenix Island became the inspiration for the hit CBS show, Intelligence, and how the right perspective can change everything.

Beyond The Cover is back with sixty minutes of great author interviews. First we will have bestselling author Robert Dugoni and then Shane Gericke is back with a "Fury". Robert Dugoni: "Her Final Breath": Homicide detective Tracy Crosswhite has returned to the police force after the sensational retrial of her sister's killer. Still scarred from that ordeal, Tracy is pulled into an investigation that threatens to end her career, if not her life. A serial killer known as the Cowboy is killing young women in cheap motels in North Seattle and Tracy receives a menacing message suggesting the killer could be targeting her personally. With clues scarce and more victims dying, Tracy realizes the key to solving the murders may lie in a decade-old homicide investigation that others, including her captain, Johnny Nolasco, would prefer to keep buried. With the Cowboy on the hunt, can Tracy find the evidence to stop him, or will she become his next victim? Shane Gericke: "Fury": The Deepwater Horizon oil rig disaster i

Suspense Radio is back with 90 minutes of fantastic author interviews. Three authors will be on today's show bringing you their unique style of writing.  Jeanne Ryan lives in the Pacific Northwest with her family. She is author of the thriller Nerve, which is being adapted into an upcoming Lionsgate feature film, and Charisma.She dreams of the day scientists develop a DNA alteration for flying. In the meantime, writing provides her wings. Jax Miller was born and raised in New York but currently lives in the Irish countryside. In 2013 she was shortlisted for the Crime Writers Association Debut Dagger award for her first (unpublished) novel titled ‘The Assassin’s Keeper’ under the pseudonym Aine O Domhnaill. Jax is an avid lover of film and a self-proclaimed comic nerd. David Bell worked a series of odd jobs—waiter, bartender, book store clerk, telemarketer—in a series of odd places—Shreveport, Louisiana; Savannah, Georgia; Washington D.C. After six years of that, he decided he had had enough of the real wor

Turning the Tables; Emmy-Winning Investigative Reporter Hank Phillippi Ryan interrogates Jan Burke. Bio Jan Burke:  Jan Burke is a critically acclaimed and national bestselling author of fourteen books—twelve of crime fiction, a supernatural thriller, and a collection of short stories. She won one of crime fiction's top honors, the Edgar® Award for Best Novel, for Bones. Jan was born in Texas, but has lived in Southern California most of her life, often in coastal cities—several of which combine to make up fictional Las Piernas, where her series character, reporter Irene Kelly, works and lives. She attended California State University, Long Beach, and graduated with a degree in history. She wrote her first book, Goodnight, Irene, in evenings after work and submitted it unsolicited to Simon & Schuster, which published it in 1993. This distinguished house has published her novels since that time.

The Story Blender is hosted by Suspense Radio Network and hosted by author Steven James. Steven James is a critically acclaimed novelist and author of more than thirty books of fiction and nonfiction. He has a Master’s Degree in Storytelling, serves as a contributing editor for Writer’s Digest Magazine, and has taught writing and creative storytelling around the world. Publishers Weekly calls him "[A] master storyteller at the peak of his game.” His thriller, The Bishop, was Suspense Magazine’s Book of the Year. When he’s not traveling and speaking he likes watching science fiction movies, trail running, and eating chicken fajitas—although not necessarily all at the same time. Donald Maass - Literary Agent and Bestselling Author Highly respected literary agent and much sought after fiction instructor Donald Maass explains how to tap into readers’ emotions in the stories we tell. Be prepared as Donald takes us on a tour of avenues of story that no one else is exploring: plot layering, micro tension, and th

Tonight on Beyond the Cover we play the last interviews from Thriller Fest. Hank Phillippi Ryan, Jamie Freveletti and Robert Wilson. All of the authors bring you a very unique perspective of Thriller Fest and some behind the scenes action into their writing and of course their latest book. Come and relax with Jeff Ayers and John Raab as they bring you the very best author interviews, reviews, industry news and much more, only on Beyond The Cover.  Beyond the Cover is a show on the Suspense Radio Network. Check out www.suspenseradionetwork.com for more information on this show and all the shows we have playing.  There is something for everyone and beyond.

Suspense Radio One on One in partnerned with Partners in Crime tours.net brings you the next blog stop for authors on tour. Suspense Radio is brought to you by Suspense Magazine. Today we have author Dave Stanton. Dave Stanton: "Dark Ice":  Two murdered girls, and no motive… While skiing deep in Lake Tahoe’s backcountry, Private Eye Dan Reno finds the first naked body, buried under fresh snow. Reno’s contacted by the grieving father, who wants to know who murdered his daughter, and why? And how could the body end up in such a remote, mountainous location? The questions become murkier when a second body is found. Is there a serial killer stalking promiscuous young women in South Lake Tahoe? Or are the murders linked to a different criminal agenda? Searching for answers, Reno is accosted by a gang of racist bikers with a score to settle. He also must deal with his pal, Cody Gibbons, who the police consider a suspect. The clues lead to the owner of a strip club and a womanizing police captain, but is either

Suspense Radio Inside Edition is brought to you by Suspense Magazine. Today we have three great authors, Rob Dearden, Chevy Stevens and Meagan Beaumont.   Rob Dearden: "The Realignment Case": Geneva, 2012. Disgraced lawyer Daniel Athley starts a job with a shadowy international organisation that has a secret it will kill to protect – the past can be changed. Working for the enigmatic Counsellor Winter, Dan’s role is to defend the status quo. Discovering a plot that could unleash chaos in a disordered future, he must choose a side in a murky world where the fate of the dead is decided. Chevy Stevens: "Those Girls": Life has never been easy for the three Campbell sisters. Jess, Courtney, and Dani live on a remote ranch in Western Canada where they work hard and try to stay out of the way of their father's temper. One night, a fight gets out of hand and the sisters are forced to go on the run, only to get caught in an even worse nightmare when their truck breaks down in a small town. As events spiral out of co

Suspense Radio One on One in partnered with Partners in Crime tours.net. Suspense Radio is powered by the Suspense Radio Network to bring you the very best in author interviews, industry news, reviews and much more. On Today's show we have two authors. First up will be Melissa Zobel to talk about her latest book "Wabanaki Blues - Book of the trilogy".  Next up will be author Jeff Lindsay, who is the creator of the character Dexter, yes the same one as the Showtime Show. Jeff will be talking about his latest book and the creation of Dexter, the show and much more. You can check out all the shows on the Suspense Radio Network on demand and please visit www.suspenseradionetwork.com for more information. 

The Story Blender is hosted by Suspense Radio Network and hosted by author Steven James. Steven James is a critically acclaimed novelist and author of more than thirty books of fiction and nonfiction. He has a Master’s Degree in Storytelling, serves as a contributing editor for Writer’s Digest Magazine, and has taught writing and creative storytelling around the world. Publishers Weekly calls him "[A] master storyteller at the peak of his game.” His thriller, The Bishop, was Suspense Magazine’s Book of the Year. When he’s not traveling and speaking he likes watching science fiction movies, trail running, and eating chicken fajitas—although not necessarily all at the same time. Hank Phillippi Ryan - Investigative Reporter & Award-Winning Novelist Over the years Hank has won 33 Emmys for her groundbreaking journalism, and numerous awards for her seven mystery novels. Delving into story from the perspective of a world-class journalist and critically-acclaimed novelist, she offers keys from both worlds to

Beyond The Cover is back with special guest Stefanie Pintoff.  Hosted by John Raab and Jeff Ayers, Beyond the Cover brings you the best in author interviews, industry news, reviews, and much more. Tonight Stefanie will bring her unique writing style to the air and talk about her latest book, "Hostage Taker".  Beyond the Cover is one of the five shows on the Suspense Radio Network. You can check out all the shows here on Blog Talk Radio, and visit the website at www.suspenseradionetwork.com.  Stefanie Pintoff "Hostage Taker": From Edgar Award winner Stefanie Pintoff comes the start of an electrifying new thriller series featuring Eve Rossi, head of a secret division of the FBI—one made up of ex-convicts with extraordinary talents, oversized egos, and contempt for the rules. Perfect for readers of Iris Johansen and Catherine Coulter.   TERROR STRIKES AN ICONIC CHURCH—AND BRINGS A CITY TO ITS KNEES.   In the hushed quiet of early morning Manhattan, in front of the towering bronze doors of Saint Patrick’s Cat

Suspense Radio Inside Edition is back with 90 minutes of thriller radio. Three authors will be on today's show, highlighted by Bestselling Author Linwood Barclay.  We will also be joined by wonderful suspense authors Richard Godwin and Ed Aymar. All three authors bring their unique style of writing to you. Suspense Radio is brought to you by Suspense Magazine. The Suspense Radio Network has five shows that include Crime and Science Radio hosted by D.P. Lyle and Jan Burke. Also Suspense Radio One on One in partnered with Partners In Crime Tours. Beyond the Cover hosted by John Raab and Jeff Ayers. And The Story Blender hosted by Steven James. www.suspenseradionetwork.com

Suspense Radio One on One in partnered with Partners in Crime Tours, brings you 60 minutes of radio today with two fantastic authors. Suspense Radio One on One is brought to you by the Suspense Radio Network. www.suspenseradionetwork.com Dale Wiley "Sabotage":  Every hour explosions rock America. There is no rhyme or reason to where they appear: big cities, small towns, even rural backroads. The sinister message that suddenly appears on America's computer screens is clear: No one is safe: Not disgraced FBI agent Grant, awaiting his call back to the big time;Not rapper Pal Joey, an international sensation;Not savvy, stunning beauty Caitlin, the ultimate Sin City party girl;Not even Naseem, the would-be martyr who helped plan the attacks and now finds himself double-crossed. As an unhinged mastermind paralyzes a nation, these unlikely heroes must put aside their pasts and work together to stop him before more hours bring more disasters. All roads lead to Las Vegas, where the plan begins to unravel. Can four

The Story Blender is hosted by Suspense Radio Network and hosted by author Steven James. Steven James is a critically acclaimed novelist and author of more than thirty books of fiction and nonfiction. He has a Master’s Degree in Storytelling, serves as a contributing editor for Writer’s Digest Magazine, and has taught writing and creative storytelling around the world. Publishers Weekly calls him "[A] master storyteller at the peak of his game.” His thriller, The Bishop, was Suspense Magazine’s Book of the Year. When he’s not traveling and speaking he likes watching science fiction movies, trail running, and eating chicken fajitas—although not necessarily all at the same time. Jen Grisanti - Story Consultant, Hollywood Producer and Writing Instructor After serving as a CBS/Paramount exec, where she covered shows including Medium, Numbers, NCIS, 4400 and Girlfriends, Jen launched out on her own. She now serves as a consultant on the subtleties of storytelling. Pick up tips on the importance of triggers, wo

Tonight we have bestselling author Kevin O'Brien to talk about his latest book "No One Needs to Know." Kevin is one of the leading horror / suspense writers today. You will also hear and exclusive interview with bestselling author Scott Turow taken at Thriller Fest 2015.  Scott is the author of the hit book "Presumed Innocent", a movie with Harrison Ford. Check out suspenseradionetwork.com for the most up to date information on the guests and showtimes. Kevin O'Brien "No One Needs to Know":  IT'S TIME TO TELL WHAT REALLY HAPPENED... In July, 1970, actress Elaina Styles was slain in a rented Seattle mansion along with her husband and their son’s nanny. When the baby’s charred remains were found in a shallow grave close to a hippie commune, the police moved in—only to find all its members already dead in a grisly mass suicide. Now, decades later, a film about the murders is shooting at the infamous mansion. On-set caterer Laurie Trotter ignores gossip that the production is cursed. But then people start dyi

Suspense Radio returns with it's flagship show Inside Edition after taking some weeks off. Today we have two hours of author interviews, showcasing the very best of the suspense, mystery, thriller, horror genre.  On today's show we have Jenny Milchman, Daryl Wood Gerber, Lev AC Rosen and Rich Zahradnik. Each author will bring their unique writing style to you the fans.  For five years Suspense Radio has been bringing you the best book entertainment on the planet. Each show will showcase the authors and let you hear straight from them and get that inside information.  Check out www.suspenseradionetwork.com for more information on this show and all the shows on the Suspense Radio network. 

Beyond the Cover is hosted by John Raab and Jeff Ayers. On the show you will hear book reviews, author interviews, industry news, publishing tips, new releases and so much more.  We conducted a dozen interviews at Thriller Fest 2015 this year and will play three of them tonight. Last show we had David Morrell, Sandra Brown and Mark Alpert.  On this show we will have NY Times Bestselling author Joseph Finder, along with all world author Jon Land and Joseph Badal (who's last two books won for best novel at the New Mexico Book Festival).  You can check out www.suspenseradionetwork.com for more information. All the radio shows are brought to you by Suspense Magazine, www.suspensemagazine.com  

Suspense Radio One on One is partnered up with Partners in Crime tours.net to bring you three fantastic authors today talking about their latest release. Now normally we would only have one guest on our One on One show, but the demand is overwhelming that we have included three guests for you today. Michael Raleigh: "Peerless Detective": Once Billy Fox starts looking for trouble, he discovers that?in Chicago?trouble's under every footstep. Shannon Kirk: "Method 15/33":  2015 National Indie Excellence Award Winner for Best Suspense Novel Imagine a helpless, pregnant 16-year-old who's just been yanked from the serenity of her home and shoved into a dirty van. Kidnapped…Alone…Terrified. K.J. Larsen: "Bye, Bye Love: A Cat Deluca Mystery": Chicago’s Pants On Fire Detective Agency targets liars and cheats. But PI Cat DeLuca is once again up to her smokin’ skinny jeans in murder. Cat is out running in a neighborhood park when she crashes over the faceless body of Bernie Love. Bernie was the finance guy to the s

Beyond The Cover hosts John Raab and Jeff Ayers are doing some special shows, and this is the first one of those shows. We conducted some great exclusive interviews at ThrillerFest 2015 in NYC and we are going to play them live on the air.  Tonight's show will showcase three authors. NY Times Bestselling authors Sandra Brown and David Morrell lead it off, and we also have a great talk with author Mark Alpert. You will hear some very insightful information that you can't hear any place else. Want to know why Sandra Brown wrote "RainWater"? You find that out. What about another Rambo movie, David Morrell tells all.  Don't miss out. It all starts here on Beyond The Cover on the Suspense Radio Network. The only radio network to bring you all the authors, news, reviews and much more in one place!

Beyond The Cover is hosted by John Raab and Jeff Ayers. Every other Monday we bring you industry news, author interviews, reviews, marketing tips and so much more.  Tonight we will be speaking with author Patrick Lee and his book "Runner".  Check out www.suspenseradionetwork.com for more information on this show and all the shows on the network. Patrick Lee "Runner": The first of a new series hits the stands in hardcover this coming February. The series will focus on a man named Sam Dryden. In this first book, Dryden finds himself trying to save the life of a young girl named Rachel, who can't remember her past but who has some very dangerous people after her. She also has an ability that should be impossible, and a secret somewhere in her blocked memory that could change the world.