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Interview with R.M. Schultz, Author of Knights, Witches, and the Missing

What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Knights, Witches, and the Missing?

I love epic fantasy, but often get bogged down during the travels in those books when encountering and fighting random monsters to keep the pace going. Also when those books get up to around 1,000 pages.

I wanted to create a fantasy where the pace is quick throughout.

If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of Knights, Witches, and the Missing, what would they be?

Well, that's hard in epic fantasy. I'd choose bagpipes, and something LOTR.

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

Epic fantasy and thrillers!

What books are on your TBR pile right now?

Sarah Maas's latest. Same for Blake Crouch, Robin Hobb, Leigh Bardugo, and (hopefully) the last two GoT books, but I've been waiting for those for about 10 years now.

What scene in your book was your favorite to write?

The epic conclusion, when Calec discovers who/what is all behind the missing children and has to confront them. Things get crazy.

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

I try to create excellent writing that will one day make George R.R. Martin want to knight me (with a ceremony, sword, and all).

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

I try to live in the world I'm creating and see everything and feel it as it happens. Not a very catchy motto or philosophical, but true to the idea.

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

I want to make them feel the way I feel when reading my favorite books, and I want them to remember that.

R.M. Schultz is the author of the new book Knights, Witches, and the Missing

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Interview with Cyn Mackley, Author of Camelot West Virginia

What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Camelot West Virginia?

It's jointly inspired by growing up in Appalachia and by the work I've done as a crime reporter in that region of Ohio. It is also inspired by my love of Arthurian legend and Appalachian folklore. I did an interview about it recently for a Southern Ohio publication.

If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of Camelot West Virginia, what would they be?

Holding Out For a Hero, definitely.

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

Mystery and Thrillers, which are indeed my favorite genre to write.

What books are on your TBR pile right now?

I'm eagerly anticipating the new Faye Kellerman and I have the last #1 Ladies Detective Agency waiting patiently on my Kindle.

What scene in your book was your favorite to write?

Definitely the action at funeral home run when the former beauty queen victim's funeral goes off the rails in a particularly hillbilly fashion.

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

My Editor Cat K9 likes to sit on my shoulder to supervise the process, and I'm told my eyes dart around all over the place as if I'm actually seeing the things I write about.

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

Show up hard with a casserole.

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

My characters. I hope they feel like real people they know.

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Interview with S. R. Leinbeck, Author of Detective Richard Nolan

What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Detective Richard Nolan (Complete Series)?

I took an online course to improve my writing. The final project was to write a short story. I loved the characters and had so much more to write. I decided to turn it into a book, which ended up being a trilogy.

If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of Detective Richard Nolan (Complete Series), what would they be?

“Detective” by Beat Maker. This would be a great theme for Detective Nolan and Detective Jacobson. There are no words, but the music alone tells a story.

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

I have always loved reading fantasy. I have not written a fantasy book yet though. When I started writing, I started reading different genres. I am currently reading a paranormal type of book, that’s been interesting.

What books are on your TBR pile right now?

Decimate by Christopher Rice & A Hard Day For A Hangover by Darynda Jones (this one is not available yet, but I definitely have it pre-ordered!)

What scene in your book was your favorite to write?

My favorite scene is the ending. Mostly because I had no idea how to end it, and I was just as surprised writing it as people will be reading it.

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

No quirky habits, at least not yet. It does need to be quiet where I am writing. I can write anywhere honestly, as long as it's quiet.

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

Don’t wait too long to do what makes you happy.

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

I would like people to remember that life is scary and there are bad people out there. But, for every bad person, there are at least two good people waiting to help.

S. R. Leinbeck is the author of the new book Detective Richard Nolan (Complete Series)

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Interview with William A. Lasher, Author of Diary of an Atmospheric Sailor

What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Diary of an Atmospheric Sailor?

My inspiration for writing Diary of an Atmospheric Sailor was a book I bought at Barnes and Noble that was heavily promoted as steampunk science fiction, but I thought it missed the mark. (I won’t name it.) In the steampunk science fiction classics such as Anubis Gates and Infernal Devices, the authors explore a multitude of concepts, and nothing is too extreme or absurd. Because it takes place in the Victorian Age is no excuse for mediocrity or melodrama.

I wrote the novel in episodes that I posted on my website periodically and intend it as pure entertainment... and also to play with your mind a bit, test the limits of your perception of reality—the “shock of dysrecognition” as Philip K. Dick so aptly put it.

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

I love to read science fiction and have read classics such as "The Moon is a Harsh Mistress" multiple times.

What books are on your TBR pile right now?

"The Aeronaut's Windlass" by Jim Butcher was recommended and I'm also looking forward to reading Don Winslow's new one when it's released in paperback.

What scene in your book was your favorite to write?

When the main characters step through a doorway at the Savoy in London and travel a thousand years into the past.

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

I write in the morning, hike in the afternoon, and email myself notes on the hiking trail.

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

What goes around comes around.

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

It's easy to leave an Amazon customer review if you like it.

William A. "Bill" Lasher is the author of the new book Diary of an Atmospheric Sailor

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New Mystery and Thriller Books to Read | July 26

Hold on to the edge of your seat as we hunt for clues and solve the case with these exciting new mystery and thriller books for the week! There are so many bestselling authors with new novels for you to dive into this week including Paige Dearth, S. R. Leinbeck, Cyn Mackley & Emma Jameson, and many more. Enjoy your new mystery, thriller, and suspense novels. Happy reading!

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New Romance Books to Read | July 26

Looking to fall in love with some new romance reads? You’ll adore these exciting new novels! This week you can get your hands on books by bestselling authors Willow Winters, Jillian David, Sophie Barnes, and more. Enjoy your new romance books and happy reading!

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New Books to Read in Literary Fiction | July 26

Literary fiction readers are in for a treat. This week’s latest releases list is full of intriguing reads you won’t want to miss! The new releases list includes so many bestselling authors like Alison Fairbrother, Silvia Moreno-Garcia, Susan Wiggs, and many more. Enjoy your new literary fiction books. Happy reading!

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New Science Fiction and Fantasy Books | July 26

Set off on an adventure to new worlds this week! This selection of new science fiction and fantasy books will surely please! Science Fiction fans should be excited about the latest from bestselling authors William A. Lasher, Seth MacFarlane, J.N. Chaney, and more. If Fantasy is what your library needs, you’ll be able to pick up the latest from Lindsay Buroker, R.M. Schultz, Martha Carr & Michael Anderle, and more. Enjoy your new science fiction and fantasy books. Happy reading!

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New Young Adult Books to Read | July 26

Are you an avid reader of Young Adult books? This week you are in luck! With all of these new novels, you’re bound to find a new favorite book to add to your reading list. This week includes new novels from bestselling authors Kiersten White, A. F. Kay, Scarlett St. Clair, and many more. Enjoy your new young adult books. Happy reading!

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New Biography and Memoir Books to Read | July 26

Looking for some new biography and memoir books for your library? There are so many new releases this week that you’re bound to find a new favorite. You can pick up new books from CJ Hauser, Rebecca Stirling, Hugh Johnson, and many more. Enjoy your new biography and memoir books. Happy reading!