The Mill River Recluse

In this episode, we review The Mill River Recluse, a literary novel that made a huge splash on the publishing scene. We also talk with its author, Darcie Chan, about creating flawed characters, and about the possibilities that come with success.

Sector C

In this episode, we review Sector C, a science fiction eco-thriller
that gave us an intimate look at the ranching community of the Great
Plains. We also interview Charles M. Pulsipher about his novel, The
Crystal Bridge, and about how your own characters can surprise you.

The Crystal Bridge

In this episode, we review The Crystal Bridge, a sci-fi/fantasy crossover with a sprawling and intricate plot. We also discuss the controversy surrounding Book Country, and speak with fellow podcaster and author Seth Harwood, about his book, This is Life.

This is Life

In this episode of The Indie Book Podcast, we review This is Life, a thriller with a streetwise voice.  We also speak with author M. Louisa Locke, about her book, Maids of Misfortune, and about the flexibility in self-publishing.

Maids of Misfortune

In this episode, we review Maids of Misfortune, a historical mystery that showed us a detailed portrait of Victorian San Francisco. We also speak with author Moses Siregar III, about his book, The Black God’s War, and about the joys and challenges of worldbuilding.

The Black God’s War

In this episode, we review The Black God’s War, an epic fantasy that was chock full of fascinating characters. We also discuss the war heating up between Amazon and traditional publishers, and speak with author David Raterman about his book, The River Panj, and about the tension between earning a steady paycheck and striking out on your own.

The River Panj

In this episode, we review The River Panj, a thriller that took us on an insightful tour of Tajikistan. We also talk with author Nick Cole, about his book The Old Man and The Wasteland, and about the many choices writers have when entering the modern marketplace.

Saving Rachel

In this episode, we review John Locke’s Saving Rachel, a thriller that took us on a wild ride. We also discuss the Kindle Fire, and talk with author Christian Cantrell about his book, Containment, and about the virtues of writing one’s self into a corner.

The Old Man and the Wasteland

In this episode, we review The Old Man and the Wasteland, a post-apocalyptic literary novella that pays homage to Ernest Hemingway. We also speak with author Courtney Milan about her romance novella, Unlocked, her decision to leave traditional publishing, and why the 2010’s are like the 1850’s.

Containment

In this episode, we review Containment, a science fiction novel about a dying colony on Venus. We also discuss hybrid publishing models, speculate about the new Kindle, and contemplate the power of J.K. Rowling.