Always Authors
Always Authors features candid conversations between two authors. A diverse array of authors representing the broadest spectrum of literary genres take listeners behind the keyboard and into their world. They cover their work, lives, inspirations and favorite books. As there are never hosts or academic interviewers, everything is on the table.
Episodes
Join bestselling authors Kerri Maher and Annie Hartnett as they discuss their books, failed projects that didn’t sell, dogs who need SSRIs, the magic of doing “The Artist’s Way,” and bowling nights with fellow writers.
You’ll also hear the story about one of them being booed at her own wedding!
Join these two bestselling authors as they discuss their their books, their essays and their shared love poetry.
They talk about how to survive in the traumas of our current time, how poetry comes from your ancestors, and what it means to be a good artist.
And don't be surprised, but they feel F-Bombs are appropriate when the world is on fire.
Join these two bestselling authors as they discuss their new books set in Old Hollywood.
They talk about not outlining their books because “it ruins all the fun,” how locations are sentient, how no two people read the same book, being traumatized by rabid Virginia Woolf fans, and visiting the mind-blowing prop room at Warner Bros.
You might even hear about the conne...
Remember “science,” everyone? We’re thrilled to have two incredibly accomplished science researchers and authors on this episode.
Listen as they discuss what “face blindness” means, the existential freakout most scientists are currently having, recall fondly the time when we used to have “slow news days,” and how we need weirdos in the world.
Who doesn’t love a good story about the Royal Family (even if it’s your secret, guilty pleasure)? Join these two bestselling historical fiction authors as they talk about their recent novels, both about the Royals, but from different points of view and at different times in history. Listen to them discuss historical parallels to modern-day Royals, how you have to approach writing historical fiction, an...
Internationally bestselling author Nadia Hashimi in conversation with Afghan-born debut author Patmeena Sabit (a “gorgeous and powerful debut” - NYT). They discuss their shared family roots in Afghanistan, how women fought in the Special Forces on the frontlines of war, how there’s a variety of perspectives in the Muslim diaspora, how characters talk to you, and how all writing is a “false ...
We are so proud to have these two amazing women and authors on this episode. Barbara is the author of fifteen middle school books including her latest, Nothing to See Here, which will be released in October. Amanda released her first book, That Librarian, in response to the attacks that librarians are being subjected to in the current book banning frenzy around the country. They discuss how...
These two NYT bestselling authors write superbly researched books about extraordinary historical events. You’ll hear what they love about the writing process and what is described as “going into the pain cave,” the art of creating memorable book titles, how ice shudders and shrieks, the helpful vs. nefarious uses of AI and what human writers can do that AI can’t, and how writing in loud cof...
Join these two NYT bestselling authors as they discuss writing FanDom books, how fan fiction is currently driving publishing, what it’s like to go on a boy band cruise, waking up and realizing you’re middle-aged, and the difference between writing “open door” vs. ”closed door” sex scenes.
You might also hear about a secret pocket of the internet...
Join these two incredibly prolific NYT bestselling authors who have written everything from young adult to adult novels and nonfiction and all things in between. They share stories about writing and creating, from Crank to The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants; what it's like to be banned in school systems, and have your novel turned into a film.
You'll also hear about how they met a decade...
This amazing husband and wife duo will walk us through the new book they co-authored together, what it's like to collaborate as a married couple (yes, they're still speaking to each other!), their different styles of writing and how they compliment each other.
These amazing queens of historical fiction will thrill you with tales of how they choose their subjects, how they research the stories and how you need to be ready to say 'I'm finished' when you think you could edit for the rest of your life.
You may hear tales of Leprechauns, exorcisms and algebra as well!
What do acting, waitressing, Goodwill item-sorting, house cleaning, teaching story-writing to women in prison, journalism, teaching poetry-writing to sex trafficking victims, and achieving a spot on the Forbes 30 Under 30 List in 2024 have to do with these two incredible authors? Listen in to find out!
You'll also find out how writing "puts the imprint of your soul on the page."
Twin sisters. Fur babies. And a love of writing. These two amazing women break it all down for you - from why they write, to what they expect. Plus you'll hear about their newest release, Zetas Till We Die,
which comes out Sept. 10th! Is it possible they write thrillers....on their phones?
Join this fun conversation with two charming ladies as they talk about writing, research and whether or not they were really separated at birth. From finding corpses in Italy to finding love later in life, you'll go on a journey through exotic lands and families alike, and learn a bit about writing and publishing to boot. We promise there will be lots of conversation about rum cake.
These two powerhouse women discuss the process of writing their new exciting book What's Next. Based on their years of experience as long-time cast members of the hit television The West Wing, this book is a must read - informative, moving, hilarious and full of never before seen pictures from this 'family' of cast and crew. A huge takeaway is learning about the amazing organizations they support - you'll want to ...
Two fantastic authors, each with new with newly released novels discuss historical fiction, how it's not historical to their characters, the universal themes of writing, and how the past is more familiar than the present. And you might find out a thing or two about naked running...
What a joy to listen to these two historical romance authors discuss their process, what drives them to write, the importance of diversity and inclusion in their work, and of course the 'delightfully filthy' parts and unapologetic happy endings!
This may be the first time these two prolific authors and journalists are meeting, but they have so much in common. From Watergate to Chernobyl to the Challenger disaster, they'll take a deep dive into the issues and the importance of writing an accurate detail of major historical events. A must listen...
Listen in as Stephanie and Kate discuss the importance of historical fiction; passion for your subject versus what the market wants; and how the fight for women's rights is really not a new idea.
We're sure you'll enjoy this lively conversation between friends, and maybe you'll find out why Stephanie is holding Kate's book hostage.... What will it take to get it back??
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