Eavesdrop on Jaime Jo Wright and Valerie Fraser Luesse as they explore the themes of Valerie's upcoming novel, 'The Light on Horn Island.' They discuss the cultural nuances of the South, the significance of personal loss and healing, and the role of confessions in uncovering deeper truths among characters. Valerie shares insights into the setting of Mississippi, the impact of first love, and the importance of faith in navigating life's challenges. It's a heartwarming and thought-provoking discussion you're not going to want to ignore!

It's time to eavesdrop again and you'll want to today in this engaging conversation! Jaime Jo Wright interviews Chawna Schroeder, a speculative fantasy author, about her writing journey, the importance of discernment in fiction, and her new book 'Illuminary'. They explore the themes of magic, authority, and morality in fantasy literature, while also discussing the unique world-building and character dynamics in Chawna's work. It's magical, adventurous, and stupendously imaginative on this episode! Don't miss a minute!

Join Jaime Jo as she chats with author Janice Cantore , retired police officer from Long Beach, California and successful suspense author of over 15 novels. They chat procedural fiction, and about Janice's latest release, "Every Deadly Suspicion".

Thirty years after a federal agent and two suspects disappeared in the wilderness, the case is cold, and they’ve never been found. Now their suspected killer is about to go free. But is the truth really what it seems?

In Dry Oaks, California, Chief of Police Hanna Keyes has long believed her father, Joe, is a murderer, justly imprisoned for his crimes. When she’s told he’s dying and is being given compassionate release from prison, she wants nothing to do with him. But taking him in might be Hanna’s one shot at cracking the cold case of his alleged murders, so she reluctantly agrees to oversee his care.