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July 28, 2025 64 mins

Who Killed Charles Dickens? A literary mystery with author Howard Kurlandski This episode of 'The Avrum Rosensweig Show' dives into a thrilling blend of history, mystery, and literary intrigue! Howard Kurlandski is my guest. He is the brilliant mind behind the new historical fiction novel, 'Who Killed Charles Dickens?' Published by Pegasus Publishers, this captivating tale transports us to the gritty streets and grand palaces of 1870s London, where the legendary Charles Dickens races to finish his final novel amidst a scandalous love affair and a deadly plot threatening his life. Howard, a Toronto-based author with a rich background in English literature, theatre, and education, joins us to unravel the inspiration behind this suspenseful homage to one of literature’s greatest icons. Grab a seat and uncover the secrets of who killed Charles Dickens?! Where to find the book: https://www.amazon.ca/Killed-Charles-... 🔑 What You’ll Discover in This Episode: ✅ The inspiration behind Who Killed Charles Dickens? ✅ What made Charles Dickens such a compelling character to reimagine ✅ How Howard blends real history with fictional suspense ✅ The process of writing and publishing with Pegasus Publishers ✅ Reflections on literature, education, and storytelling today 👤 About Howard Kurlandski Howard Kurlanski is a Toronto-based author with a rich background in English literature, theatre, and education. He holds degrees from York University and the University of Toronto, and has worn many hats throughout his career from high school teacher and college dean to executive director of a not-for-profit ‎organization. Now retired, Howard devotes his time to writing novels, short stories, and poetry. Known for his quirky sense of humour and love of puns, he brings both wit and wisdom to every story he tells. 💬 Join the Conversation: Are you a fan of historical fiction or Charles Dickens’ legacy? What do you think happened in his final days? Share your thoughts in the comments! 🌐 Connect with Howard: http://bit.ly/45fF6DU ——🎧 The Avrum Rosensweig Show —— A one-of-a-kind, intimate schmooze-fest, hosted and produced by the endlessly curious veteran radio and TV personality, Avrum Rosensweig. With warmth and wit, Avrum uncovers the secrets, dreams, and inner most thoughts of people from all walks of life. From local shelf stockers, plumbers, food servers to crossing guards, stars,public figures, and cultural icons. Join this channel to get access to perks:    / @avrumrosensweigshow   Listen to The Avrum Rosensweigh Show on: https://open.spotify.com/show/6LZFTR0... https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... https://avrumspodcast.podbean.com/ TikTok:

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