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Karin Slaughter "The Kept Woman":  Husbands and wives. Mothers and daughters. The past and the future. Secrets bind them. And secrets can destroy them. The author of Pretty Girls returns with an electrifying, emotionally complex thriller that plunges its fascinating protagonist into the darkest depths of a mystery that just might destroy him. With the discovery of a murder at an abandoned construction site, Will Trent of the Georgia Bureau of Investigation is brought in on a case that becomes much more dangerous when the dead man is identified as an ex-cop. Studying the body, Sara Linton—the GBI’s newest medical examiner and Will’s lover—realizes that the extensive blood loss didn’t belong to the corpse. Sure enough, bloody footprints leading away from the scene indicate there is another victim—a woman—who has vanished . . . and who will die soon if she isn’t found. Will is already compromised, because the site belongs to the city’s most popular citizen: a wealthy, powerful, and politically connected at

Today we have sixty minutes of radio with two very special guests. Authors Julia Diana Robertson and Cate Holahan. Cate Holahan: "The Widower's Wife": Ana Bacon, a young housewife, tumbles off a cruise ship into the dark and deadly waters, but did she take her secrets with her? Investigator Ryan Monahan is a numbers man. So when his company sends him the Bacon case, which could net a ten million dollar payout, Monahan doubts that her death is just a tragic accident. But the husband has a substantial alibi and a number of witnesses claim to have seen Ana fall. So the official ruling seems to be substantiated. Still, the more Monahan uncovers about Ana’s life, the more he realizes how many people would kill to keep her secrets hidden. And the closer he gets to the truth, the greater the odds grow that he, too, will take a fatal fall. Julia Diana Robertson: "Beyond The Screen Door":  There are dark secrets hidden behind closed doors in the small Washington State town of Hoquiam and the neighborhood has been

James Hankins, Bestselling Crime Novelist Ever since the seventh grade when he wrote a science fiction novel each night and read that next chapter aloud to his friends on the bus the following day, James has been honing his skills as a storyteller. Join us as he journeys through the thought process and techniques that helped him hone his latest thriller. The Story Blender is hosted by author Steven James. You can check out his work by going to stevenjames.net.  Also visit www.thestoryblender.com for more information on past shows.  Suspense Radio is brought to you by Suspense Magazine, www.suspensemagazine.co

Gabriela Pereira:  Instigator and Creative Director Gabriela Pereira earned her MFA from The New School, in New York. While undercover as a graduate student, she learned the inside scoop on MFA programs, invented a slew of writing tools all her own, and developed a new, more effective way for writers to learn their craft. Now she wants to share this discovery and help writers around the world get the “knowledge without the college.” In a past life, Gabriela worked in the toy industry, creating educational activities and games for toddlers, pre-schoolers, and tweens. After that, she taught several writing courses in New York City at organizations like: 826NYC, Everybody Wins, EHTP, and a local writing workshop she built from the ground up. While Gabriela now teaches exclusively at DIY MFA, she continues to speak and lead workshops at national and international writing conferences, both online and off. Her favorite thing to do is come up with new dastardly plans and innovative resources for DIY MFA. When sh

SHOW TITLE: Crime Scenes, Criminalistics, and the Cutting Edge in Los Angeles: An Interview with Former LASD Criminalist Professor Donald Johnson of California State University, Los Angeles BIO: Professor Donald James Johnson is an expert on criminalistics, with emphasis on crime scene investigation and reconstruction (homicides and sexual assaults), and forensic biology. His research interests include the application of new technologies to the field of criminalistics. He was formerly a senior criminalist at the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, where he was involved in the scientific investigation of violent crimes.

The Story Blender is hosted by author Steven James. This is where you will hear great storytellers talking about the art of great storytelling. Richard Kremlin is on today's show: Richard Krevolin, Author, Script Consultant and Screenwriting Guru Over the years, Richard has taught more than 20,000 screenwriters at his popular courses in LA and throughout the world. Listen in as he unpacks the importance of WIIFM, story holes, and what happens in all great stories--no matter who the audience is.   All of the shows on Suspense Radio are brought to you by Suspense Magazine, www.suspensemagazine.com 

On the show today we have four outstanding authors, starting off with the 2015 Crimson Scribe Award winner Kelly Armstrong. Also joining me today will be Lynne Constantine, Dina Rae and JT Patten.  Suspense Radio is where you will hear the very best in author interviews, industry news, experts in their field, and much more. We have four shows on the network, so there is something for everyone.  Crime and Science Radio hosted by Jan Burke and D.P. Lyle. The Story Blender hosted by Steven James. Beyond The Cover hosted by John Raab and Jeff Ayers and finally the flagship show Inside Edition. All the shows are brought to you by Suspense Magazine. www.suspensemagazine.com

Kathleen Antrim is the award-winning author of the bestselling political thriller, “Capital Offense.”  As a national correspondent and columnist, she wrote for “NewsMax Magazine,” the “San Francisco and Washington, D.C. Examiner Newspapers,” and was featured weekly on KSFO radio and the nationally syndicated show, “Battle Line.”  Antrim has appeared on such television shows as “Hannity and Colmes.” She worked on Capitol Hill behind the scenes in the U.S. Senate, while researching and writing the biography of former Virginia Governor and U.S. Senator George Allen. Her short story, “Through a Veil Darkly,” is featured in the anthology, “Thriller 2,” edited by Clive Cussler. She has taught creative writing at the University of California, Santa Cruz, and is the winner of the Rupert Hughes Award for fiction.  After serving 5 years at the Vice President on National Events, and running ThrillerFest, for the International Thriller Writers she became Co-President of the organization. Her family, however, wasn’t t

Kevin O'Brien: "You'll Miss Me When I'm Gone" No Forgiveness Andrea Boyle moved to Seattle to give her seventeen-year-old nephew, Spencer, a fresh start after the death of his parents. Andrea has found her own new beginning with Luke, a successful playwright and father of a teenage son, Damon. The boys appear to have little in common, but in truth they share a private torment…  No Remorse When a tragedy befalls Damon, it's just the beginning of a nightmare that unfolds. But the worst is yet to come once a dark secret from Spencer's past is exposed. And when Luke is brutally attacked, both of their futures are at stake.  No Second Chance Now it's up to Andrea to prove Spencer's innocence to the police--and to herself. Because for reasons she has revealed to no one, even Andrea can't help questioning the truth--and fearing that she may be next to pay the ultimate price…

Blake Crouch:  Blake Crouch has sold over a million books and his work has been translated into more than twenty languages. Known for high-concept fiction with breakneck pacing and groundbreaking genre cross-breeding, six of his books have hit the Kindle Top 10, and two have reached the #1 spot. His short fiction has appeared in numerous magazines and anthologies, including Alfred Hitchcock, Ellery Queen, Cemetery Dance, and Thriller 2, edited by Clive Cussler. In 2013, his novel Pines was nominated for ITW's Best Paperback Original Thriller Award, and his Wayward Pines series has been made into a TV series which is currently airing on Fox International Channels, directed by M. Night Shyamalan and starring Matt Dillon, Juliette Lewis, Melissa Leo and Terrence Howard. He has been featured in Time Magazine, the L.A. Times, The Wall Street Journal, and Entertainment Weekly. Blake lives in Colorado.

You wanted the best you got the best, no it's not the band Kiss, it's four outstanding authors. Linda Fairstein, MJ Rose, D.P. Lyle and Arthur Kerns. We have taken some time off but now we are ready to rumble with all your favorite shows. Crime and Science Radio with D.P. Lyle and Jan Burke. The Story Blender with host Steven James Beyond The Cover with hosts John Raab and Jeff Ayers. You will find whatever your looking for right here in one place, Suspense Radio.  Suspense Radio and all of our shows are brought to you by Suspense Magazine. www.suspensemagazine.com

Two hours of great author radio today. Christine Carbo, Joe Clifford, Lily Gardner and Susan Shea. Each author is new to the show, and we are excited to bring them to you. Remember that Suspense Radio includes four shows, all of them will be back in August.  Beyond the Cover hosted by John Raab and Jeff Ayers. Crime and Science Radio hosted by DP Lyle and Jan Burke. The Story Blender hosted by Steven James and guests.  All shows are brought to you by Suspense Magazine, www.suspensemagazine.com 

Jamie Mason, critically-acclaimed novelist With a nomadic spirit and the passionate voice of a traveling bard, Jamie draws from her extensive travels to pen her resonant and poignant stories. Her masterful use of pulse-pounding prose and atmospheric settings has won her wide critical acclaim. Jamie tells us insight about writing her thriller Monday’s Lie, how to write a novel out of order, and the one key question to ask regarding character motivation. Please visit www.thestoryblender.com for more information on every show. Also if you would like to contact any of the hosts for all shows on Suspense Radio, please email to [email protected]  Thanks. 

Kelly Oliver "Wolf" A Jessica James Mystery:  Former Montana cowgirl Jessica James is sleeping on a desk in the attic at the Philosophy Department at Northwestern University in the Chicago suburbs. She blames her advisor, Professor Wolfgang "Wolf" Schumtzig, "Preeminent Philosopher and World Class Dick-Head." When he's found dead in his office, her real education begins. Trying to determine the connection between the murder and date-rape drugs popular on campus, Jessica ends up drugged at a frat party, but not before her fellow feminist avengers gives the frat boys a taste of their own medicine. Her best friend's father, Dmitry Durchenko, is trying to live a normal life as a janitor at Northwestern's Philosophy Department. Twenty years ago, he escaped Russia with his life and part of his mafia boss father's fortune. When the fortune, including a famous Kandinsky, goes missing, he realizes everything changes, but nothing disappears. Obsessed with the painting and the clues it holds to his childhood, Dmitry wi

Michael Goldstein, Hollywood producer of Still Star-Crossed After beginning his career in the entertainment industry in the New York at Gotham Entertainment Group, Michael moved to Los Angeles and has worked in feature film and television show development since 1995. Michael gives a sneak peek at the story behind his green-lighted ABC project, Still Star-Crossed, and shares the lessons that the T-Rex in Jurassic Park, and the story structure of The West Wing taught him about stellar storytelling. Please visit www.thestoryblender.com for more information on this show and every show. If you want to email to any of the hosts on Suspnese Radio, please email to [email protected]  

C.E. Lawrence, playwright, novelist, improv artist Having written nine novels and six novellas, C.E. has received glowing reviews from The Library Journal, Kirkus, Booklist, Publishers Weekly, and many other publications for her gritty stories. Drawing from her background as an author, an actor, and a Steampunk fan, she delves into the story penning process and shares the core ingredients in the stories she tells. For more information check out www.thestoryblender.com. All shows are brought to you by Suspense Magazine, www.suspensemagazine.com You can email [email protected] to get a hold of any of the hosts.  

Beyond The Cover is hosted by John Raab and Jeff Ayers. On tonight's show we will have Bestselling author Boyd Morrison, talking about his latest book he co-authored with Clive Cussler "The Emperor's Revenge".  Description: The new Oregon Files adventure from the #1 New York Times–bestselling grand master of adventure.   Juan Cabrillo and the crew of the Oregon face their toughest challenge yet when a violent bank heist during the Monaco Grand Prix decimates the Corporation’s accounts. To get the money back, Juan joins forces with an old friend from his days in the CIA so they can track down a rogue hacker and a ruthless former Ukrainian naval officer. It is only after the hunt begins that the enormity of the plan comes into focus: the bank theft is just the first step in a plot that will result in the deaths of millions and bring the world’s economies to a standstill. The catalyst for the scheme? A stunning document stolen during Napoleon’s disastrous invasion of Russia. But two hundred years later, it may

Diane Lynn "Secondary Target": The Secondary Target captivates readers with equal parts romance and suspense. Through character development it showcases the necessity of inner strength, conviction and the power of connection as the storyline orchestrates a lively and perplexing mystery that will keep readers hooked beyond the last page.Beth Scott is a well-connected and high-profile divorce attorney who is no stranger to saving the day in the courtroom. She has a talent for facing off against abusive spouses, a knack for helping women escape the abusive partner and most always wins. Catherine Finger "Shattered By Death": Christian Suspense / Thriller. Chief of Police Josie Oliver married a very bad man.  When Josie’s abusive soon-to-be-ex-husband had an affair with another woman, Jo could have murdered them. When someone does, Jo is the prime suspect.  Teaming up with old flame and FBI agent Nick Vitarello to hunt a serial killer who is framing her for murder, Jo’s fledgling faith in God is severely test

John Lansing: "Dead is Dead":  Life imitates art in Dead is Dead, the newest thriller by best-selling author John Lansing. Retired Inspector Jack Bertolino gets his first taste of the capricious nature of Hollywood when George Litton, an A list producer, options one of Jack’s recent cases that achieved international notoriety. The studio agrees to green light the film if Litton can sign New York actress Susan Blake, the new “It Girl,” to play the lead. Jack is engaged as the technical advisor on Litton’s noir police thriller currently filming on location in Venice, California and starring Susan Blake. But more importantly, to keep a protective eye on Susan, who’s being harassed by a cyber stalker and is reticent to commit to a second Litton production and spend another year in LA. When a six-year-old girl is shot dead in the living room of her parents’ home, just blocks from where Litton’s cop movie is filming, Jack Bertolino gets pulled into a case with threads connecting the movie, the murder, a brutal g

Beyond The Cover really goes that far with this very emotionally charged interview. Author Sandra Brannan will talk about the tragedy that just hit her family. This is much more than just books, this is Beyond The Cover.  Sandra Brannan: After living in Wyoming, Washington, D.C., Washington state, and Colorado, Sandra Brannan returned to her hometown in South Dakota, where she is surrounded by family. She enjoys working with relatives in the mining business; living in the Black Hills with her husband, Joel; smiling with pride over the journeys taken by her four sons; doting over her three grandchildren; and appreciating all of life’s blessings, too many to count. www.sandrabrannan.com