The Fresh Fiction Podcast

We're chatting with Xio Axelrod, author of GIRLS WITH BAD REPUTATIONS. 

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Xio Axelrod is a USA Today bestselling author of award-winning contemporary romance, romantic fiction, and what she likes to call strange, twisted tales.

Xio grew up in the music industry and began recording at a young age. When she isn't writing stories, she can be found in the studio, writing songs, or performing on international stages (und...

We're chatting with Joanna Davidson Politano, author of THE ELUSIVE TRUTH OF LILY TEMPLE. Join us for a lively conversation about her work!

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Joanna Davidson Politano freelances for a small nonfiction publisher but spends much of her time spinning tales that capture the colorful, exquisite details in ordinary lives. Her manuscript for Lady Jayne Disappears was a finalist for several contests, including the 2016 Gene...

We're chatting with Lisa Gardner, author of STILL SEE YOU EVERYWHERE. Join us for a lively conversation about her work!

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Lisa Gardner, a No. 1 New York Times bestselling thriller novelist, began her career in food service, but after catching her hair on fire numerous times, she took the hint and focused on writing instead. A self-described research junkie, she has transformed her interest in police procedure and cr...

Fresh Fiction's Preston Barta and James Cole Clay are here to bring you the latest updates on what's happening in the world of cinema and television. So, sit back, relax, and tune in! This week's happenings include:

FILM

• THE FALL GUY
• THE IDEA OF YOU
• STAR WARS EP. 1: THE PHANTOM MENACE
• WILDCAT
• JEANNE DU BARRY
• CIVIL WAR
• HARDWARE WARS (MVD Rewind Collection)

TV

• THE BIG DOOR PRIZE (Season 2) revisited

INTERVIEW...

We're chatting with Jennifer Deibel, author of THE IRISH MATCHMAKER. Join us for a lively conversation about romance and mystery!

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Jennifer Deibel is the bestselling and award-winning author of A Dance in Donegal, The Lady of Galway Manor and The Maid of Ballymacool. Her work has appeared on (in)courage, on The Better Mom, in Missions Mosaic magazine, and others. With firsthand immersive experience abroad, Jennifer...

Fresh Fiction's Preston Barta and James Cole Clay are here to bring you the latest updates on what's happening in the world of cinema and television. In addition, they engage in a healthy debate on Taylor Swift's new album, "The Tortured Poets Department," and conduct an interview with filmmaker Caitlin Cronenberg. So, sit back, relax, and tune in! This week's happenings include:

FILM

• CHALLENGERS
• HUMANE
• BOY KILLS THE WORLD
• T...

On episode 3, Fresh Fiction's Preston Barta and James Cole Clay discuss what's happening this week at the cinema and on television. We also have filmmaker and scientists interviews to share. So, pull up and chair and listen in! This week's happenings include:

FILM

• SASQUATCH SUNSET
• THE MINISTRY OF UNGENTLEMANLY WARFARE
• ABIGAIL
• REBEL MOON: PART TWO

TV

• EARTHSOUNDS 
• SECRETS OF THE OCTOPUS
• PALM ROYALE

INTERVIEWS

We're chatting with Vivienne Lorret, author of IT HAD TO BE A DUKE. 

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

USA Today bestselling author VIVIENNE LORRET transforms copious amounts of tea into words. She is an Avon author of fun and steamy Regency Romances, with works including the Wallflower Wedding series, the Rakes of Fallow Hall series, the Season’s Original series, the Misadventures in Matchmaking series, the Mating Habits of Scoundrels series, and...

On episode 2, Fresh Fiction's Preston Barta and James Cole Clay discuss what's happening this week at the cinema and at home on the tube. We also have filmmaker and actor interviews to share. So, pull up and chair and listen in! This week's happenings include:

FILM

• CIVIL WAR
• ARCADIAN
• STING
• GIRLS STATE
• LISA FRANKENSTEIN

TV

• FRANKLIN
• FALLOUT

INTERVIEWS

This week's interviews include:

• GIRLS STATE directors ...

We're chatting with Michel Prince, author of TEMPERED BEATS. Join us for a lively conversation about mystery.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

USA Today Bestselling author, Michel Prince, graduated with a bachelor degree in History and Political Science. Michel writes new adult and adult paranormal romance as well as contemporary romance.

With characters yelling "It's my turn damn it!!!" She tries to explain to them that alas, she can only type a...

Fresh Fiction Podcast is expanding to the world of film and television! For our debut episode, Fresh Fiction's Preston Barta and James Cole Clay discuss what's happening this week at the cinema and at home on the tube. We also have filmmaker and actor interviews to share. So, pull up and chair and listen in! This week's happenings include:

FILM

• Wicked Little Letters
• Parachute
• Monkey Man
• The Greatest Hits
• The First Omen
• Dogma...

We talked with Jayne about the latest in her suspense series, Lost Night Files. 

Lost Night Files Berkley January 2024 On Sale: January 9, 2024 Featuring: Talia March; Luke Rand 336 pages ISBN: 0593639855 EAN: 9780593639856 Kindle: B0C1YCHX1Q Hardcover / e-Book / audiobook Romance Suspense

The disappearance of a mysterious informant leads two people desperate for answers to an island of deadly decepti...

We're buzzing with excitement to chat with Katie Ruggle about her splash hit, FISH OUT OF WATER. It's not just about romance.

Katie's not your everyday author. Imagine living off-grid in the Rockies, being a Police Academy grad, and diving in cold Colorado mountain reservoirs. Yeah, she's all that and more. We're talking horseback riding, shooting, and even Krav Maga. Katie brings this kickass energy right into her writing.

FISH ...

This week, we're chatting with David McCloskey, author of MOSCOW X. We had a lively conversation about espionage and mystery!

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

David McCloskey is a former CIA analyst and consultant at McKinsey & Company.

While at the CIA, he wrote regularly for the President’s Daily Brief, delivered classified testimony to...

This week, we're chatting with Dakota Cassidy, author of JINGLE ALL THE SLAY. 

Evening Rundown (all times CT):

7:00 pm - informal chitchat and icebreaker with readers

7:30 pm - Interview with Dakota Cassidy (recorded live)

8:00 pm - Unrecorded Q&A with readers

8:30 pm - Reader after party

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

USA Today Bestselling author Dakota Cassi...

Fresh Fiction is joined by #KatieReus, the bestselling author of the grumpy-sunshine romance 'HOW THE Hitman Stole Christmas.' In the interview, we discuss Katie's writing process, the narrative arenas she feels most comfortable in as well as what her holiday traditions are. Enjoy the conversation!

Video Book Club is a great opportunity to connect, shared insights and explore the nuances of writing life. Whether you're a seasoned ...

For #VideoBookClub this month, Fresh Fiction was joined by #StefanieLondon, a multi-award-winning and USA Today bestselling author.

Video Book Club is a great opportunity to connect, shared insights and explore the nuances of writing life. Whether you're a seasoned book club enthusiast or a first-time participant, or even if you haven't had a chance to read the book yet, you'll be welcomed into a warm and engaging community of rea...

This week, we're chatting with Pippa Grant, author of THE GOSSIP AND THE GRUMP. Join us for a lively conversation about romance and laughter.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Pippa Grant is a USA Today and #1 Amazon bestselling author who writes romantic comedies that will make tears run down your leg. When she's not reading, writing or sleeping, she's being crowned employee of the month as a stay-at-home mom and housewife trying to prepare her a...