Authors on the Air Global Radio Network

On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author Robin Yocum about his latest thriller THE LAST HITMAN. Robin is known for his fiction set in the Ohio River Valley. He has authored two nonfiction books and six novels. His most recent novel, The Sacrifice of Lester Yates, was released in April of 2021 by Arcade CrimeWise, and was a finalist for the 2021 Dashiell Hammett Award for outstanding crime writing. Favorite Sons was named the 2011 Book of the Year for Mystery/Suspense by USA Book News. A Brilliant Death was a Barnes & Noble No. 1 bestseller and a finalist for both the 2017 Edgar Award and the Silver Falchion Award for best adult mystery. Yocum is also the host of the true-crime podcast, Dead Before Deadline, which features stories he covered when he was a police and investigative reporter for the Columbus Dispatch.

In this fun conversation, prolific authors Misty Evans and Michelle Miles share their writing journeys, discussing the challenges they faced, the impact of genre hopping, and the importance of creativity and mindfulness in their writing processes. They delve into the dynamics of co-writing, the intricacies of world-building, and offer valuable advice for aspiring authors, emphasizing adaptability and the long-term nature of a writing career.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction
02:32 Challenges in the Writing Journey
06:01 Genre Hopping and Its Impact
10:34 The Creative Process and Mindfulness
14:59 World Building and Character Development
21:27 Co-Writing Dynamics
25:03 Advice for New Authors

Author’s Websites:

www.mistyevansbooks.com
www.michellemiles.net

Author Bios:

USA TODAY Bestselling Author Misty Evans marked a remarkable milestone in 2025—her 100th published novel. A versatile storyteller, she entertains readers across urban fantasy, paranormal romance, and mystery/suspense genres, while also crafting supernatural cozy mysteries under her pen name, Nyx Halliwell.

MICHELLE MILES writes fantasy, paranormal, and young adult adventures filled with magic, danger, and swoon-worthy romance. Her stories feature fierce heroines, unforgettable heroes, and epic quests—whether battling demons, taming dragons, or traveling through time. When she’s not weaving new worlds, she narrates audiobooks and hosts Miles Beyond the Page, a podcast for book lovers and writers. A proud Texan, she enjoys hiking, movie marathons, and a good glass of wine.

Book Link: https://books2read.com/LostKingdomEvansMiles

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Host Bio:

Adrienne Giordano is a certified life coach, USA TODAY bestselling author, and seasoned professional with over three decades of experience in writing, marketing, client service, and life coaching. She empowers clients through personalized coaching that fosters growth, accountability, and lasting change. As the author of more than forty novels, Adrienne captivates readers with stories in romantic suspense, mystery, and women’s fiction. With a background in managing multimillion-dollar accounts and co-writing multiple successful projects, she blends business expertise with a creative vision.

For more information on Adrienne’s coaching, please visit
www.AdrienneGiordano.com/coachingcorner.

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New York Times bestselling author, Jenna Blum, discusses her latest release, MURDER YOUR DARLINGS. When mid-career novelist, Sam Vetiver, is swept off her feet by the A-list author of her dreams, his stalker sets out to steal her new found bliss. The twisted triangle takes a dark turn as one author after another dies, making Sam wonder if she’ll be next. “…will have you cracking up while you’re checking under your bed.”—Karin Slaughter, New York Times bestselling author

Listen in as we chat about how vulnerability sometimes makes us targets for predators, physical and emotional isolation, and why I was hoping for a side braid while mulling over the idea of narcissist camp!

https://www.mariesutro.com/twisted-passages-podcast
https://www.jennablum.com

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
JENNA BLUM is the New York Times and internationally bestselling author of novels THOSE WHO SAVE US, THE STORMCHASERS, and THE LOST FAMILY; novella “The Lucky One” in anthology GRAND CENTRAL; memoir WOODROW ON THE BENCH; audio course “The Author At Work: The Art of Writing Fiction”; and WWII audio drama THE KEY OF LOVE, available on every major podcast streaming platform. Jenna is one of Oprah’s Top Thirty Women Writers, with her work published in over 20 countries, and cofounder/CEO of online author interview platform A Mighty Blaze. Jenna’s first novel, THOSE WHO SAVE US, won the Ribalow Prize, awarded by Hadassah Magazine and adjudged by Elie Wiesel, and was a Borders pick and the #1 bestselling novel in Holland.

In addition to being a career author, Jenna is a professional public speaker, traveling nationally and internationally to talk about her books and work; a veteran teacher, having taught Creative Writing and novel workshops for Boston University, Grub Street Writers, and other institutions for 25+ years; an editor for Reedsy; and on-air host for A Mighty Blaze.
Jenna is based in Boston with her black Lab, Henry Higgins. For more information about Jenna and her adventures, please visit her website and follow her on Facebook, Twitter/X, Instagram, TikTok, and Substack.

A Killer Kind of Romance: Love, Lies, & A Mischievous Feline with Letizia Lorini
USA Today best-selling author Letizia Lorini joins the podcast to talk about her latest release. A Killer Kind of Romance is a clever, witty genre crossover packed with romance, mystery, small-town secrets and Sherlock—the fun and mischievous feline.
With a slow-burn romance and the lingering question of “What if the one who got away might be a serial killer?”, this story keeps readers guessing, provides great laughs and fun bad boy/good girl love story.
Whether you’re a romance reader craving something fresh or a mystery lover who enjoys passion with your suspense, this episode—and A Killer Kind of Romance—is not to be missed.

For more information on Letizia, visit: letizialorini.com
For more about my K-9 books, visit: kathleendonnelly.com

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Espionage, pressure, and pulse-pounding storytelling—Brian Freeman brings The Bourne Revenge to On the Air with Florenza.

On this episode of On the Air with Florenza, I’m talking with Brian Freeman about The Bourne Revenge—the newest electrifying chapter in the legendary Bourne series. We dive into the pressure of writing within an iconic franchise, balancing legacy with originality, and how Freeman keeps the pulse pounding while pushing Jason Bourne into darker, more personal territory.

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