Baseball, Books, and Banter
I love three things in life. Baseball (the Red Sox), books (mostly mystery), and banter! I love to chat. Come join my foray into the podcasting world.
Episodes
So excited to welcome back my friend Darlene Dziomba to the podcast for the third time! She's the first member of the three-timer club and then she starts a baseball rumor that is so explosive I want to make sure we get credit if it actually happens.
Come for the book talk, stay for the piping hot trade rumors (between the Phillies and Red Sox anyway). We talk about her newest book, the 5th (!) in her Lily Dreyfus series out on Feb...
It's the return of Dale T. Phillips. This guy literally does EVERYTHING. Writes, teaches, competes on Jeopardy, and gives Super Bowl predictions. Spoiler alert: both NE residents pick NE to win.
Plus, things I'm obsessed with: Annie's Book Stop in Raynham, Olympic Curling (the best!), and of course, Diet Coke.
Book recommendations can be found on my Bookshop.com link! https://bookshop.org/shop/nicoleasselin
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Happy finally end of January! Sandy and Jim Manning are two authors that I've had the pleasure of meeting at the NE Crime Bake every year. Not only are they authors in their own right, they are also collaborating on a new joint venture! They join me from sunny Florida to discuss all things writing!
Sandy (S. Lee): https://www.sleemanning.com/
Jim (JB): https://www.jamesbmanning.com/
Together: https://www.akillingcouple.com/
Plus, b...
Happy 2026! The world is on fire! But at least there are still books (for now). My first episode of the new season is the awesome Carmela Dutra! Her debut cozy mystery, A MURDER MOST FOWL, is laugh out loud funny, and hits all the right cozy points with a clever twist. Plus, the writers journey, always shooting your shot, and the process of creating these worlds!
Find Carmela: https://carmeladutra.com/
Plus, things I'm obsessed wit...
This is the best. Olivia Blacke is one my favorite people in the mystery world, and I was so glad she decided to come back on the podcast! She was my first ever guest when I started this journey in 2023. Now she's my final guest of 2025!
Since we last spoke, she released a new series that I'm OBSESSED with. Go get those books now to get ready for number 3. We also talk our obsession with Malice Domestic, Mia P. Manasala books, and...
Apparently your girl is now on the list of places to go when you have a new baseball book! I was so happy that Dennis Gaub reached out to me to chat about his newest book. The story of an pitcher from Montana who ended up part of the group that changed baseball free agency forever. Before we even got to talking baseball we talked about orgins of names and how Montana became home to some German/Russians. His newest book, Dave McNall...
Bonjour! Come meet friend and fellow Level Best Book author Elle Jauffret!
We talk about a bunch of things, including how to not limit yourself when writing, benefits of a military lifestyle, food, and even a little cosplay!
Find Elle https://ellejauffret.com/ Plus, if you're in Southern California go to her book launch on Dec 6 at Mysterious Galaxy!
Plus, my weekly reminder to Diet Coke that I'm here for them. Whenever they want t...
Welcome back to thriller writer Nannette Potter! The second book in her "Blade" Broussard series is out now. We talk research, writing a thriller, travel, and how to caputre the essence of a closed society (North Korea). A little bit of everything!
Check out the amazing animated book cover on her website: https://www.nannettepotter.com/
Plus, my episodic reminder to Diet Coke to sponsor me, the state of Boston sports, the World Se...
Well, the Red Sox season ended, but hockey season has started with bang!
Join me as I discuss Opera, theatre, and the politics of a backstage life with author Erica Miner. So much good information in this discussion. Also, things I'm obsessed with...Diet Coke, my diet coke ghost shirt, 7th Inning Candles on Etsy, and the hopefully Mariners vs. Brewers WS!
Find Erica: https://www.ericaminer.com/
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...Meet the newest cozy myster writer on the block! Adrian Andover's debut cozy, WHISKEY BUSINESS, is out this month. We talk the coziness of it all, family, community, author routines, and even give the people a Pennsylvania geography lesson.
Plus, book recommendations, things I'm obsessed with, and some good natured Pirates/Red Sox smack talk (not really).
Find Adrian: https://www.adrianandover.com/
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Welcome local author and Plymouth resident Denise Latham to the podcast! So many great tips on writing while busy and how she keeps her ideas fresh!
Also, my obsession with Diet Coke, the Red Sox, and historical mysteries!
Find Denise: https://www.deniselatham.com/
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Join me as I chat with local celebrity Michael Carini about his YA adult series featuring historical objects. If you like National Treasure and Indiana Jones this series is for you! Book two is coming, but you can pick up book one now! Also, he shows some super cool baseball cards from his collection and we talk presidential history!
Also, things I'm obsessed with including my new hat from BeltaPrint, Tiktok Shop, and book recommen...
Welcome back to favorite Elise Hart Kipness! Her Kate Green series is one of my favorites, and the newest one is set to be released Aug 19, set in the dramatic world of US Open Tennis! We talk about everything from thriller writing, found writing family, book tours, and even labradoodles. Also, her first two books are on KU right now!
Returning guest Sharon Healy-Yang discusses re-releasing her series, editing old stories, the freedom of writing with age, and of course the love of witty, snappy dialogue!
Plus, things I'm obsessed with. Mainly my Svaha.com dresses. Always. Come for the book recommendations, stay for the publishing advice! (With special shout outs to Jenny Adams and Kelly Oliver).
Find Sharon: https://sharonhealyyang.com/
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I love talking baseball. I love talking with people who love talking baseball. John and Leroy from "The Baseball Book Club" podcast are two such individuals. A wide-ranging discussion that includes ownership woes, rivalries, nostalgia, history, and baseball cards. Hot takes allowed, but cold takes are also allowed.
Find their podcast here: The Baseball Book Club Podcast
Facebook: The Baseball Book Club
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Returning guest Mary Seifert joins me to talk about the 10th (!) book in her series. AIRPLANES, ATLANTA, AND AN ASSASSIAN is the next in the Katie and Maverick mystery series. We talk series, publishing, baseball, and research. Plus, book recommendations, upcoming events, and the furture of the series!
Find Mary: https://maryseifertauthor.com/
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Today's special guest is the amazing Jule Selbo. Author of the Dee Rommel mysteries, she is a former script writer in Hollywood, current playwright, professor, and novelist! She is also one of my earliest publishing siblings. We talk about her journey, the differences between the skills, and the future of Dee!
Also, my Raffy Devers thoughts/feelings, things I'm obsessed with, and book recommendations! Plus, my summer book sale is ...
Welcome back to the podcast! Starting season 4 off with a great interview with relatively new author Kate Michaelson! Her debut novel, HIDDEN ROOMS, was released in April 2024 with a sequel coming soon (also possible standalone!)! We talk the importance of having supportive family, great beta readers, and why technical writers make the best mystery writers!
Find her: https://katemichaelsonwriter.com/
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Welcome to the Season 3 season finale!
Sometimes Facebook uses it's forces for good. A friend posted about a book event with Zak Ford, who recently published a book on getting called up to the Major Leagues. Fittingly titled, "Called Up"
Full of stories about MLB lifers, players who stopped for a cup of coffee in the bigs, and some who may have only been called up a few times without impact. We talk all things divided loyalty in b...
Take a listen to the latest podcast with guest George Cramer! We discuss his journey, the Navy, life as a private investigator, and interviewing/interrogation. Stay tuned for the end of the interview for a special treat!
With a guest appearance by FERN!
Also, Things I'm obsessed with including the #CrimeWritersforTransRights results, Have I Got News for You on CNN, and the newest bookstore on the South Shore, Mother Crewe Books, Ba...
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