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5 Memoirs to Add to Your TBR List

Your TBR list is about to be enriched with tales that are as diverse and inspiring as the people who lived them. From tales of resilience and triumph to poignant reflections on the human experience, these memoirs invite you to walk in the shoes of remarkable individuals and witness the extraordinary stories that shape our world.

Dancing into the Light: An Arab American Girlhood in the Middle East

by Kathryn Abdul-Baki

Release Date: September 5, 2023

A bi-cultural memoir of love, loss, and renewal. It captivates with travel and exotic settings in Iran, Kuwait, Jerusalem, and Hawaii. A southern belle from Nashville meets a young Arab from Jerusalem in Washington DC in 1951. They marry and live in the Middle East where their daughter, Kathy, embraces and struggles with two opposing cultures.

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Shit That We Should Never Pass Along, and All That We Can Not Leave Behind

by M.J. Boin De

Release Date: August 10, 2023

An authentic throw down between the boomer and Xer generations, delving into everything from childhood abuse, racism, abortion, religion, higher education. Mara and her mother prove that being the product of one's own generational inclinations is more than enough to set every trigger warning known to mankind in motion An infuriatingly funny read!

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Doppelganger: A Trip into the Mirror World

by Naomi Klein

Release Date: September 12, 2023

Combining comic memoir with chilling reportage and cobweb-clearing analysis, Klein seeks to smash that mirror and chart a path beyond despair. Doppelganger asks: What do we neglect as we polish and perfect our digital reflections? Is it possible to dispose of our doubles and overcome the pathologies of a culture of multiplication? Can we create a politics of collective care and undertake a true reckoning with historical crimes? The result is a revelatory treatment of the way many of us think and feel now—and an intellectual adventure story for our times.

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Enough

by Cassidy Hutchinson

Release Date: September 26, 2023

Cassidy Hutchinson’s desk was mere steps from the most controversial president in recent American history. Now, she provides a riveting account of her extraordinary experiences as an idealistic young woman thrust into the middle of a national crisis, where she risked everything to tell the truth about some of the most powerful people in Washington.

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Take the Lead: Hanging On, Letting Go, and Conquering Life's Hardest Climbs

by Sasha DiGiulian

Release Date: September 26, 2023

World champion climber Sasha DiGiulian tells her story—from coming of age under the scrutiny of social media, navigating a male-dominated sport, and tackling her most heart-stopping climbs—and shares the power of perseverance and positivity.

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6 Books to Read for Fans of C.S. Lewis

From interstellar adventures to magical realms, these books capture the essence of Lewis's storytelling, delivering imaginative narratives that will resonate with readers of all ages. Join us as we explore the limitless horizons of science fiction and fantasy with these new releases!

Loss of the Unguarded (Descendants of Angels Book 1)

by Tracy Daley

Release Date: September 21, 2023

Descendants of angels are going missing. The evil that has been waiting in the shadows has grown strong enough to step into the light. But not everyone knows about the lurking danger, not even those who stand closest to it.

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The Feared Witch Hunter (The Undoubtable Rose Beaufont Book 6)

by Sarah Noffke & Michael Anderle

Release Date: August 18, 2023

Being a demigod is confusing… Luckily there’s a way that Rose Beaufont can find answers. All she has to do is find the one person who can help her understand who she is. How hard is it to find one’s guardian angel? Rose is about to find out.

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Vanishing Bodies

by Moses Yuriyvich Mikheyev

Release Date: September 26, 2023

Adam is cursed. He cannot die. But one man’s burden is another man’s blessing, and there are people who are out to harness Adam’s special talents. However, Adam soon discovers that immortality comes at a cost; every time he dies, he loses a little bit of himself. So when Adam meets Lilyanne—his reason for living—he’s forced to choose between life and love.

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This They Will Defend (The Warrior 2 Book 1)

by Martha Carr & Michael Anderle

Release Date: September 11, 2023

An old evil has found a way to crawl out of his prison deep under the ground. The living skeleton of Heka, the ancient god of magic, walks the earth again, looking to regain his throne. Will a new Warrior rise to the challenge? Can Emily Trigger set aside the secret she’s been carrying long enough to help her new team defeat this powerful enemy?

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Our Lives In Between (The Enlightened Series Book 1)

by Billie Kowalewski

Release Date: September 20, 2023

Imagine waking up to discover that the life you thought was real never was. That your real life is actually lived somewhere else, and the love you thought was lost will go on forever.

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Dragon's Keep (The Dragons of Mistveil Book 1)

by Joshua Hans Davidson

Release Date: June 27, 2023

A teenage boy who has been hunted by his father's enemies his whole life gets transported into another dimension where is pulled into an age old conflict. He discovers magical abilities and others like him and must fight to defend the home he never knew.

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5 Novels with Strong Female Leads

These stories unfold with fierce heroines at their helm, navigating challenges, defying norms, and leaving an indelible mark on the narratives. From the realms of fantasy to the intricacies of historical fiction, each novel invites you to witness the strength and complexity of women who chart their own destinies.

A Murder in Ashwood (The Avenging Angel Detective Agency™ Mysteries)

by Robert Brighton

Release Date: June 27, 2023

In this immersive mystery, fledgling detective Sarah Payne faces down psychopaths, hired killers, and corrupt officials—to solve an inconvenient murder. Sultry widow Alicia Miller has scores of her own to settle, vowing to get even with the men who have tried to ruin her. Spectacularly naughty, brimming with period detail, the novel exposes the dark underside of the Gilded Age. A BookLife Pick!

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Mistress of Hathi

by Phillip Barea

Release Date: July 6, 2023

Mistress of Hathi is a story of love, adventure, intrigue and death. From an impossible birth, and through outrageous fortunes, follow the different incarnations of Lady Damira as she survives and thrives in a land where women have no visible role in society. Forced out of her simple life, she becomes consumed with vengeance and power.

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Under a Gilded Sky

by Imogen Martin

Release Date: September 15, 2023

1874: In the wilds of Missouri, one woman’s struggle for survival takes an unexpected turn the day that an injured stranger arrives at her door. This unforgettable story shows the true resilience of a young woman’s spirit when faced with the fight to make a life for herself.

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The Mother's Secret

by Kate Hewitt

Release Date: September 14, 2023

An emotionally gripping and totally unputdownable story about the complexities of love, female friendship and betrayal. This page-turning read will stay with you long after the final page, and is perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult, Liane Moriarty and Susan Lewis.

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The Scenic Route

by Christina Baker Kline

Release Date: September 1, 2023

Driven by desperation to hit the road, a woman sees her life come into view in a powerful short story about starting over by the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Exiles.

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6 Mysteries & Thrillers to Prepare You for Halloween

Whether you prefer heart-pounding suspense or mind-bending mysteries, these new releases are sure to evoke the spirit of Halloween and leave you craving more. Get ready to immerse yourself in a world of dark secrets, unexpected twists, and the kind of suspense that makes every creak in the night a cause for excitement.

Why Did He Die?

by Louise Broderick

Release Date: July 3, 2023

Jago Carey is found, tortured and killed on a farm in Cornwall, England. Police find the bodies of young, vulnerable women buried on his property. The murder victim was their killer, but another DNA is present, from serial killer, Eddie Hammett. DI Grace Tallis and her partner, Max Wilton investigate. Suspects abound, all have secrets to hide.

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Moonlight Rip Tide

by Yurie Kiri

Release Date: September 5, 2023

Want to go for a ride in a classic car? Park by the ocean? Sounds nice huh? Mona found the man and his car, a beautiful, old Ferrari, very attractive. Sure, she'd go for a ride with him to look at the ocean, the party was boring anyway. Maybe by the time they got back things would liven up a bit... or maybe get a lot worse.

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Switch Kill

by Kevin Mcleod

Release Date: July 1, 2023

Think of the movie Rambo meets the Equalizer. Commander Robert Brown, an African-American Navy SEAL, retires from an illustrious career in the Navy. Upon retirement, a series of events occur in which the commander becomes hunted by the KU KLUX KLAN in the forest of Rolling Hills Miss. The Commander gives the Klan the worst day of their lives.

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The Taken Ones (Steinbeck and Reed Book 1)

by Jess Lourey

Release Date: September 19, 2023

Two girls vanished. A woman buried alive. Between two crimes lie decades of secrets yet to be unearthed in a pulse-pounding novel by the Edgar Award–nominated author of Unspeakable Things.

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Bright Young Women

by Jessica Knoll

Release Date: September 19, 2023

Two women from opposite sides of the country are brought together by violent acts of the same man, and become allies and sisters in arms as they pursue the justice that would otherwise elude them in one of the most acclaimed, highly anticipated thrillers of the year.

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It Waits in the Woods (Creature Feature collection)

by Josh Malerman

Release Date: September 26, 2023

Josh Malerman’s It Waits in the Woods is part of Creature Feature, a collection of devilishly creepy stories that tingle the spine and twist the mind. They can be read or listened to in one petrifying sitting.

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Interview with Moses Yuriyvich Mikheyev, Author of Vanishing Bodies

What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Vanishing Bodies?

I started writing the novel around 2016. By 2017, I was working on it quite a bit. I wrapped up the first draft around 2018. After a few years, and loads of feedback, I went back and rewrote the entire thing again 2022. So it's been a long while in the making!

Originally, when I was working on the novel (in 2017) I was trying to write a standard romance. About halfway through I realized I wanted to make it science fiction. So I did. (In the original, the main character was just supposed to commit suicide and die. In the new version, he cannot die.) As far as inspiration is concerned, I dedicated this to a girl I used to know. I'll leave it at that!

If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of Vanishing Bodies, what would they be?

For Adam Micah, the theme song would be Time by Hans Zimmer. For Lilyanne, I think it'd be Slow Your Breath Down by Future of Forestry.

What's your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?

My favorite genre to read is nonfiction. I haven't written anything nonfiction (yet!). I don't read science fiction, but it's one of my favorite genres to write in.

What books are on your TBR pile right now?

I'm finishing a cult novel right now that's titled Of All Things Sacred. As such, I've been watching cult documentaries, reading about the Manson family, and such. I'm really drowning in conspiracy theories right now!

At the moment, I'm also reading Chaos: Charles Manson, the CIA, and the Secret History of the Sixties by Tom O'Neill. As I'm already beginning research for my next book (based on the JFK assassination), I'm doing a lot of reading for that. And, yes, for anyone wondering, I will be reading all the conspiracy books and anti-conspiracy books. I've already read Bugliosi's Helter Skelter and have his massive 1,600 page JFK book Reclaiming History in my library. Though, I would add, I'm not fond of Bugliosi's scholarship (I don't think he's that good). In any case, I'm working my way through the JFK files. So my TBR pile is mostly JFK related.

What scene in your book was your favorite to write?

My favorite scenes to write, in general, are the poetic scenes and scenes that deal with philosophy or meaning of life. So the final scene between Adam and his father was probably one of my favorites.

Do you have any quirky writing habits? (lucky mugs, cats on laps, etc.)

Coffee, peanut butter jelly sandwich, same location, same time, same seat, every morning. I am done by noon. I don't write in the afternoons or in the evenings. I always write first thing in the morning. I'm religious about it.

Do you have a motto, quote, or philosophy you live by?

A million quotations that I live by. I love quotations! For this novel, I think the motto was, "Memory can make a thing seem to have been much more than it was." Marilynne Robinson wrote those words in her book Gilead. That nostalgic-romantic sentiment encapsulated so much of Vanishing Bodies and what it was about.

If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?

It's best to find someone you can remember with. That's worth finding. The entire book is about that.

Moses Yuriyvich Mikheyev is the author of the new book Vanishing Bodies

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Interview with Joshua Hans Davidson, Author of Dragon’s Keep

What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Dragon’s Keep?

The inspiration for this story was hatched in February 2012. My wife, Emily, and I were at a fantasy writing conference, and we decided to go to Zupa’s for lunch. When we got there, the restaurant was swamped! We waited in line for quite a while. I think we had deliberated about going somewhere else because I jokingly said: “What I wish I knew fifteen minutes ago!” As we’d spent the morning at the writing conference, and our minds had already been on stories, we thought that would be an interesting idea. We proceeded to brainstorm, and the plot started to take shape.

The core concept of the very early version of this story was a teenage boy who gets his hands on a magical artifact that had the power to transport him 15 minutes into the past. What would a teenager do with that kind of power? He would use it, of course! Messed up how you approached your crush? Bombed an important test? Use the device and try it again!

In the inciting incident of the story, he abused the power of this device, and instead of it sending him back 15 minutes into the past, it sent him nearly 11,000 years, into the last Ice Age. There, he met the Dragon Guard, where he learned about an age-old conflict. The “Good Guys” lost the war, and Garren realized he’d been living in a world ruled by the “Bad Guys.” Eventually, I decided against the magical artifact being a time machine device, as I knew that time paradoxes are very tricky to navigate, even for much more seasoned authors than myself. So, to mitigate that problem, I changed the world into worlds and dimensions and transformed the story into a portal fantasy.

What's your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?

Young Adult fantasy. I love stories that are fast-paced, and action packed. I love that YA doesn’t waste any time getting into the meat of the story. There is also something really special about going with a character on a journey of self-discovery and learning as they’re in the coming-of-age stage of life.

What books are on your TBR pile right now?

I am currently reading Brandon Sanderson’s “The Frugal Wizard’s Handbook for Surviving Medieval England”, which will likely be followed by “Tress of the Emerald Sea.” After that, the Chronicles of Narnia have long been on my TBR. I’ve also added the Fourth Wing (I know I’m a little late to the party) and Fall of Ruin and Wrath.

What scene in your book was your favorite to write?

The Fountain of Souls. The world can often be a noisy, chaotic, and confusing place. We all need somewhere quiet and tranquil where we can go to help still the chaos within us, and to help us make sense of our lives.

Do you have any quirky writing habits? (lucky mugs, cats on laps, etc.)

Music. When I write, I listen to music created by Secession Studios. It’s difficult for me to describe the feel of the type of music they produce, but a few words that come to mind are “inspiring, dramatic and moody”. In other words, the perfect ambience for writing a good story.

Do you have a motto, quote, or philosophy you live by?

The Golden Rule: “Do unto others as you would have others do unto you” I would also add “Even if that means that you treat them better than they treat you.” Though, my only caveat is to also protect yourself and not let others abuse you. You can be kind to people, while also protecting yourself and your family.

If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?

Be kind and give your best effort. There is no day like today, no matter how difficult today may be, for you to do your best.

Joshua Hans Davidson is the author of the new book Dragon’s Keep

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Interview with Tracy Daley, Author of Loss of the Unguarded

What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Loss of the Unguarded?

I came up with the idea for Loss of the Unguarded as I watched my oldest son play little league baseball. There is an atmosphere surrounding sports that is both invigorating and difficult at the same time. I wanted to write a story where success didn’t lie in the ability to destroy another person’s self-esteem, but from focusing on the things that really matter. I wanted to describe a world where loss could be overcome with hope. I know that these themes don’t always inspire paranormal suspense, but I also love to explore the battle between good and evil and how the division isn’t always a perfect line. The world isn’t black and white and good people can do things they regret.

Angels and demons playing football was the lame image that inspired the idea (yes, I was watching baseball, but football seemed more exciting. I apologize to all baseball fans.), but the story slowly evolved into an epic journey of facing ourselves and our power to change the world around us for good.

If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of Loss of the Unguarded, what would they be?

The main characters in this story struggle with the desire to be seen for who they are and protect the ones they love. The theme song for Eleanor Agarwal is “Supermarket Flowers” by Ed Sheeran. For Treadon Nelson, the boy who wants to be Ellie’s Guardian, the theme song for him is “Believer” by Imagine Dragons. And the best friend, Jarren Calivan’s theme song is “Hall Of Fame” by The Script Ft. Will.I.Am.

What's your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?

I love to read in multiple genres and usually have three books that I am in the middle of at any one time. I enjoy fantasy when the world swallows me up. I love paranormal that makes me believe in things I can’t see. And I love a historical fiction that highlights our strengths and weakness as human beings. I read widely and can honestly say I enjoy a good book in any genre.

This book release of my YA Paranormal is fun and does reflect my enjoyment of the many versions of the battle between dark and light. I’ve enjoyed other angel and demon stories in the past including City of Bones by Cassandra Clare and Maximum Ride by James Patterson.

What books are on your TBR pile right now?

I recently attended a writing conference in Phoenix, Arizona and one of the things that gets tossed around a lot among writers is new book titles. I’m pretty sure I doubled my TBR pile last weekend. Some titles that I’m looking forward to reading are Dance of Thieves by Mary E. Pearson, On One Leaves the Castle by Christopher Healy, Divine Rivals by Rebecca Ross, The Spare Man and The Calculating Stars both by Mary Robinette Kowal.

What scene in your book was your favorite to write?

I wrote the first draft of this book when my kids were younger, and I used to imagine the scenes while folding laundry. One of the most vivid scenes was the fight between Gabriel Tuoer and Caden Bachman. Imagining ways that ordinary house tools could be modified into weapons was a very fun stretch of my imagination. I’m pretty sure all of the laundry ended up in balled up wads of cloth instead of being folded in neat piles as I lived the fight between the two powerhouses.

Do you have any quirky writing habits? (lucky mugs, cats on laps, etc.)

I have a tendency to follow a pretty detailed schedule. My day is usually planned out by the half-hour. I start writing at 8 am every weekday morning and that helps me to have some control and train my fingers to start moving whether my brain is awake or not. I have explored the possibility that my focus on a strict schedule may be a reflection of my need to control things when I feel out of control, but I’ll address that with a therapist at some point in my future.

My other habit is that I need to be chewing on something while I’m writing, which makes it hard to write in a group or public setting. No one enjoys chewing noises when someone else is making the sound. I tend to write in my office, alone, with the door closed. I have an amazing ability to pop a gum bubble several times a second.

Do you have a motto, quote, or philosophy you live by?

Right now, my philosophy is “you never know what tomorrow will bring.” This idea for me is motivation to keep learning and trying and writing new things. Disappointment and discouragement are temporary when I look to different possibilities and paths that could be available or I hold on to the hope that a path will appear that I hadn’t even imagined. Life changes. We change. And if we are moving and growing, the possibilities are endless.

If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?

I hope that readers walk away with a feeling of excitement and anticipation. I want them to remember the need for human connection and our ability to lift others. We can all bring a little light to the world and help the world become a brighter place.

Tracy Daley is the author of the new book Loss of the Unguarded

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Interview with Kaye Hopkins, Author of The Great Caterpillar Apocalypse

What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write The Great Caterpillar Apocalypse?

An actual caterpillar apocalypse! Last year due to more than usual rain, my neighborhood was inundated with yellow and green caterpillars. It was the craziest thing I ever saw and I thought it would be fun to incorporate it into a story.

What's your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?

I love romantic comedies, but I also love a good mystery and an occasional Stephen King horror.

What books are on your TBR pile right now?

I just picked up the latest Catherine Stedman mystery and I have two books by Jennifer Weiner.

What scene in your book was your favorite to write?

I actually loved writing the entire book. I think my favorite, though, was when Megan thought someone was breaking into her house.

Do you have any quirky writing habits? (lucky mugs, cats on laps, etc.)

I don't have any writing habits that I am aware of.

Do you have a motto, quote, or philosophy you live by?

Live and let live!

If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?

That love is always the best medicine.

Kaye Hopkins is the author of the new book The Great Caterpillar Apocalypse

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Interview with Kevin Mcleod, Author of Switch Kill

What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Switch Kill?

Even though my book is fictional, it relates to the present-day climate of race in America. The past and present unfortunate events that have happened with blacks in America. For once I wish we won some of these battles. Thus came the creation of the main character Commander Robert Brown. Sometimes we need a superhero like Commander Brown.

If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of Switch Kill, what would they be?

I'm a Warrior-by K-rocc...

What's your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?

Action/Thriller. Yes, it's the same as my favorite genre to write.

What books are on your TBR pile right now?

The books on my TBR are 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, Lessons of the Game & Rogue.

What scene in your book was your favorite to write?

The scene at the end of the book where Commander Brown & Uncle Pete unite.

Do you have any quirky writing habits? (lucky mugs, cats on laps, etc.)

Yes. I drink a large cup of coffee (black). I take two fish oils and a multi-vitamin.

Do you have a motto, quote, or philosophy you live by?

Yes I do. "TO BE THE BEST YOU HAVE TO BELIEVE YOU'RE THE BEST"

If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?

My writing style is descriptive and creative.

Also, I want readers to know that if they're interested in the audiobook version of Switch Kill they can find this on my website!

Kevin Mcleod is the author of the new book Switch Kill: They Messed With the Wrong Navy Seal

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Interview with Yurie Kiri, Author of Moonlight Rip Tide

What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Moonlight Rip Tide?

Moonlight Rip Tide is the latest installment of the Moonlight series and as such most of the inspiration (and the characters) come from Moonlight Beach, Moonlight Canyon along with the Satanists from Moonlight Rocks. I also got a lot my inspiration from current events, news stories, and what people are talking about, including bits of overheard conversations.

The themes in Moonlight Rip Tide: crime, the police, the politicians and the decline of democracy, business and technology in China... are all in the news and are constantly being talked about. Most of the Venture Capital and the China business scenes (including the secret factory) come from my own experiences.

If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of Moonlight Rip Tide, what would they be?

Susan loves to dance and move (she's similar to Jennifer Beals in "Flashdance") so she likes fast dance music like "One Kiss" by Dua Lipa or "Sugar" by Maroon 5 when it's cranked up.

What's your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?

I read most everything: history, science, business, travel and fiction... At one time, I wanted to write about venture business and Asia as a straight up non-fiction, this is how it is book, so I arranged to study and interview some very rich and successful venture capitalists... however the information I gleaned from those studies turned me in another direction and went into parts of my novels, "Moonlight Beach" and "Moonlight Rip Tide", as well as "Tokyo Games" and "Osaka Games" all of which feature VCs from California. Names etc. have been changed to protect everyone including me.

What books are on your TBR pile right now?

Fiction: "Fairy Tale" by Stephen King and I'm sure that I'm not the only one with that book on the pile. However like other Stephen King books, I'm halfway through and I may not finish it. Stephen King is like one of my other favorite authors, Mick Herron who tortures or kills off the characters I like. I've killed off a few characters in my books too but I can always bring them back as ghosts or spirit guides or even as new born babies however, Mick didn't give himself those options as far as I can tell. But, anything goes in a Stephen King book which is good in a bad way at times.

I sometimes worry that my characters are getting into some kind of nasty spot or even sexual or gender trouble but then I think, "what would Stephen do?" and that worry goes away because anything goes in a Stephen King books... and as long as I don't stoop too low like Stephen does, in my opinion, it's okay.

What scene in your book was your favorite to write?

I like the opening scene with Mona and Ben, gearing up to have sex in a car. However, another one of my favorite "Moonlight Rip Tide" scenes is towards the end of the book where a group of "patients" in a facility for the criminally insane argue with each other about who's tough and who's really insane, until a nurse comes around with their morning meds.

It's really hard to pick a favorite scene because they're my children all clamoring for attention like the "I'm mad as hell" scene with Ike when Ben and Sam were trying to get him to run for political office. Then there's the scene where Henry dissects a kidney... See? It's impossible to pick just one scene from a book about sex, drugs, politics, murder, venture business and kidney transplants along with spirit guides, Satan, and gender issues.

Do you have any quirky writing habits? (lucky mugs, cats on laps, etc.)

I'm always writing and I write everywhere: in bed or on planes, on boats, on trains, in bars and restaurants and even on park benches. Sometimes I'm just writing, working on a story and sometimes I'm editing again and again, trying to shave off excessive words, sentences or paragraphs... and sometimes I'm watching and listening, picking up bits and pieces of people and their conversations then making notes on scraps of paper or on my phone...

All that could be construed as creepy lurking but a smile keeps me out of trouble. I usually describe these story gathering processes in the "Dear Reader (author’s note)" in all of my books.

Do you have a motto, quote, or philosophy you live by?

Aim higher, do better...

If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?

Be skeptical. If the insurance company says, "we'll take good care of you..." don't believe them. If the politicians say, "Vote for me I'll set you free..." you may want to think about that since it could mean the opposite and if anyone says, "Don't worry, it's just the weather..." run for high ground.

Yurie Kiri is the author of the new book Moonlight Rip Tide

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