In this episode of the Written Word Podcast, we have our first horror writer, indie author Amelinda Bérubé, who I talk with her about her newest novel, "The Ones Who Come Back Hungry." During the episode, we discuss how to write horror scenes that jump off the page, in addition to the vetting process by agents as well as formulating the perfect query letter. You won't want to miss out on this one!

In this episode of the Written Word Podcast, I talk with NP Thompson, author of the "River of Crows" duology (and soon-to-be ontology!). During the episode, we discuss the challenges but also the pleasures of creating a fantasy world. In addition to sharing fun anecdotes about our writing, NP offers great advice to any future Indie authors who are seeking to either break into the field or to make their next move within it.

In this very important and socially aware episode of the Written Word Podcast, I make use of my past research into banned books in order to talk with MSNBC journalist Ali Velshi, host of "Velshi" and a podcast entitled "Velshi Banned Book Club, about the banned book epidemic that has been raging throughout our country. In our short but significant conversation, we touch on how book banning has affected everyone from families to school administrations, the irony that comes with book banning, and the importance that banned books have and will continue to serve in our society.