The Lone Star Literary Life Podcast
The Lone Star Literary Life Podcast is your gateway to the vibrant and diverse Texas literary scene. Join host Amy Kelly as she delves into the stories behind the stories, interviewing Texas authors, indie bookstore owners, publishers, agents, and the creative professionals who bring books to life. Whether you're a reader, writer, or just passionate about the literary arts, this podcast will connect you to the heart of Texas literature, one conversation at a time.
Episodes
In this episode, Amy Kelly talks to author Ettore Farrattini Pojani and his publisher, Julie Connor, about The Nine Lives of Tito d'Amelia.
Ettore reveals how his beloved cat Tito sparked the idea for his book, his belief that history lives within us, and the creative freedom that comes from mastering the rules of writing. He also offers heartfelt advice for writers: believe in and deeply connect with what you’re writing.
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In this episode of The Lone Star Literary Life Podcast, host Amy Kelly sits down with former CIA analyst and thriller author David McCloskey to discuss the real-world inspiration behind his latest novel, The Seventh Floor. David shares the importance of being proactive in the often-challenging world of book promotion, offering his candid take on why success isn't about finding a silver bullet but rather doing hundreds of small thin...
In this episode of The Lone Star Life Literary Podcast, Amy Kelly sits down with social media powerhouse and author Ciera Rogers to talk about her empowering story.
From humble beginnings in Houston to fashion empire mogul, Ciera's journey will inspire you to use your differences as your superpowers - even when imposter syndrome is a constant companion.
Join their conversation about Ciera's new book, The Outsider Advantage: Bec...
Join host Amy Kelly as she sits down with Nick Courtright, founder of Atmosphere Press, to explore how values like kindness and transparency shaped his hybrid publishing model. Nick reveals how aspiring publishers can create successful businesses by staying true to what matters most. If you're curious about the future of publishing or looking to take control of your writing journey, this episode is a must-listen!
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In this episode of The Lone Star Literary Life Podcast, Amy Kelly sits down with Texas photographer and author Richard Doherty to discuss his journey behind the lens and the pen.
Known for his captivating book Framing Oak Cliff: A Visual Diary from a Dallas Neighborhood, Richard shares sage advice for creators: stay the course, remain true to your own ideas, and don’t let others dictate your path. Amy and Richard dive into the imp...
In this episode, Amy sits down with Deborah E. Johnson, a Texas author and self-publishing powerhouse. Deborah shares her inspiring journey behind her book On Rising: Recipes and Rituals for Joyful Mornings, embracing a bold, confident mindset with the mantra, "I'm not going to wait for someone else to believe in me." Join us for a lively conversation about self-publishing, perseverance, and the vibrant Texas literary...
Amy talks with former Lone Star Literary owner Kristine Hall in this inaugural episode.
They discuss the ownership transition from Kristine to Amy and their shared vision for Lone Star Literary Life: to celebrate, support, and amplify the Texas literary community by providing a platform where Texas-connected books, authors, indie bookstores, publishers, and literary events can thrive.
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