What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with Karen E. Osborne
I love writing women's fiction and suspense novels, as well as interviewing readers and authors of a wide swarth of genres. This podcast is a chance to meet authors a wide range of genres and hear more about their journeys and the books that have inspired them.My latest book is Justice for Emerson, a gripping dual-timeline murder mystery that will keep you on the edge of your seat. You can also find my other books, Reckonings, Tangled Lies, and Getting It Right on Amazon, B&N, and wherever you purchase or borrow books.
What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with D.I. Jolly
Karen E. Osborne talks with D. I.Jolly about Blurred Lines, a psychological suspense novel about hearing thoughts, losing control, and questioning reality.
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What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with Grace Sammon
Karen E. Osborne talks with Grace Sammon about her new novel The Reliable Narrator, a moving story about truth, identity, and returning to writing after a hiatus.
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What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with A.J. McCarthy
Karen E. Osborne talks with A.J. McCarthy about her latest psychological thriller Boy on the Dock, exploring grief, perception, and the mysteries that blur reality.
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What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with Dr. Latina Roggero
Karen E. Osborne talks with Dr. Latina Roggero about her memoir Memoirs of a Trapped Mind, exploring trauma, healing, and the courage to tell one’s story.
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What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with Bob Rothman
Karen E. Osborne talks with Bob Rothman about The Shark’s Protégé, a legal thriller driven by compelling characters and real-world experience in journalism and law.
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What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with A.L. Willingham
Karen E. Osborne talks with A.L. Willingham about her YA dystopian series The Chronicles of Iz, exploring survival, rebellion, world building, and her writing journey.
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What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with Mark P.J. Nadon
Karen E. Osborne talks with Mark P.J. Nadon about The Treatment Room, a psychological tech thriller where virtual reality, therapy, and manipulation collide. A conversation about ambition, control, and how well we really know ourselves.
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What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with Suzanne Groves
Karen E. Osborne talks with Suzanne Grove about her debut novel The Pebble in the Pond, a story of hidden secrets, social dynamics, and personal transformation set in 1978 Virginia. They discuss research, character, and the power of setting.
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What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with Andrew C. Phillips
Karen E. Osborne talks with author Andrew C. Phillips about In Jake’s Shoes, a moving story of grief, love, and redemption told through a father’s discovery of his son’s letters. A heartfelt conversation about family, memory, and healing.
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What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with Richard Jay Hutto
Karen E. Osborne talks with historian Richard Jay Hutto about the remarkable true story of Muriel Seherr-Thoss—The Countess and The Nazis--an aristocrat who used her position to resist Nazism and help others escape. A powerful conversation about history, research, and moral courage.
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What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with Robin Merle
Karen E. Osborne talks with author Robin Merle about her latest book A Dangerous Friendship, set in the high-energy world of 1980s New York City. They discuss inspiration, dark humor in suspense fiction, and their shared journeys from philanthropy to writing novels.
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What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with Janis Robinson Daly
Karen E. Osborne talks with historical fiction author Janis Robinson Daly about her new novel Under Two Flags, inspired by a true memoir set during World War I. They discuss historical research, writing about real people, and powerful female characters.
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What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with Leah Miles
Karen E. Osborne talks with debut author Leah Miles about her new military action romance Baby ConSEALed. They discuss researching action scenes, building compelling characters, and blending suspense with romance.
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What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with Peggy Joque Williams
Karen E. Osborne talks with historical romance and mystery writer Peggy Joque Williams about her latest novel Braving the Dawn: A Novel of New France, the second book in her historical series set in early North America.
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What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with Carren Strock
Karen E. Osborne talks with best-selling author Carren Strock about her new ghost story Left Behind: The Cahill Ghost, inspired by a real haunting and set in 1905 on Grand Island. A conversation about spirits, storytelling, and creative vision.
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What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with Linda Rosen
Karen E. Osborne talks with historical fiction author Linda Rosen about her latest novel Abandoning the Script, a multigenerational story of ambition, sacrifice, and women’s dreams. They explore symbolism, character complexity, and powerful themes shaping women’s lives.
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What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with Anthony Carter
Award-winning author Karen E. Osborne talks with Anthony P. Carter about his debut book This I Know: Principles for a Life of Faith and Optimism. They discuss faith, race, corporate leadership, adversity, lifelong friendship with Denzel Washington, and the lessons Anthony hopes readers will carry forward.
Hosted by Karen E. Osborne, award-winning and bestselling author.
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What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with Jo Loveday
Award-winning author Karen E. Osborne talks with Jo Loveday about her latest novel Campus of Shadows, writing supernatural stories and thrillers, portraying addiction, creating characters with learning disabilities, and sharing personal struggles through fiction.
Hosted by Karen E. Osborne, award-winning and bestselling author.
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What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with Linda Clifford & Janet Hinde
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What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with Diane Hawley Nagatomo
Karen E. Osborne talks with novelist and former professor Diane Hawley Nagatomo about writing cross-cultural stories, identity, and her novels Finding Naomi, and The Making of Us. A thoughtful conversation on belonging, learning, and storytelling.
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What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with Cate Perry
Karen E. Osborne talks with author and editor Cate Perry about her novel Before the Next Mistake. They discuss writing from multiple points of view, women’s lives at different stages, self-reflection, and great historical fiction recommendations.
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What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with Mary Ann Noe
Karen E. Osborne talks with historical fiction and mystery writer Mary Ann Noe about Shadows Behind the Scenery, writing stories inspired by real people, WWII espionage research, and what’s next in her series.
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What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with Joan Donaldson
Karen E. Osborne talks with award-winning historical and rural fiction author Joan Donaldson about writing through loss, resilience, community, and the books shaping her TBR pile.
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What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with Laura Cody Downs & Graham Elder
Karen E. Osborne talks with best-selling physician-authors Graham Elder and Laura Cody about their debut medical thriller Call Game. They discuss collaboration, accountability, writing what you know, and why their creative partnership works so well.
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What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with Bill Combs
Karen E. Osborne talks with metaphysical thriller writer Bill Combs about faith-driven storytelling, The Matrix comparison, his Ascension Chronicles (Quantum Gate, Echoes of Atlantis), and what he’s learned about himself through writing.
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What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with Lucille Guarino
Karen E. Osborne welcomes back Amazon bestselling author Lucille Guarino to celebrate publication day for Lunch Tales: Teagan. They discuss the setting, characters, romance, and what’s next in the Lunch Tales series.
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What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with Laura McHale Holland
Award-winning author Karen E. Osborne talks with Laura McHale Holland about Shinbone Lane, a novel inspired by Laura’s decades living in 1970s San Francisco. They discuss her writing journey, magical realism, research, and how setting shapes story and character.
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What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with Wayne Turmel
Wayne Turmel on The Deserter, Genre-Switching & Writing Across Forms
Award-winning author Karen E. Osborne talks with Wayne Turmel on publication day of The Deserter. They discuss writing nonfiction versus fiction, fantasy versus historical adventure, research surprises, what’s next, and book recommendations.
Hosted by Karen E. Osborne, award-winning and bestselling author.
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What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with Angela Bier
Award-winning author Karen E. Osborne talks with Angela Bier about her novel Voices, discovering your writing voice, magical realism, coming-of-age fiction, and the journey from medicine to authorship.
Hosted by Karen E. Osborne, award-winning and bestselling author.
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What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with Bruce Bishop
Award-winning and bestselling author Karen E. Osborne talks with Bruce W. Bishop about his novel Grow Up, Rory Rafferty. They explore coming-of-age themes, authenticity, character development, and book recommendations for your TBR list.
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What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with TK Lawyer
Award-winning author Karen E. Osborne interviews fantasy and romance writer T.K. Lawyer about her prolific career, indie publishing, and her new shapeshifter romance Macon.
What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with Carol Guthrie Heilman
Award-winning and bestselling author Karen E. Osborne talks with novelist Carol Guthrie Heilman about her novel Becoming Hattie Mae. They discuss her rural settings, character development, surprising research finds, and book recommendations for readers and writers alike.
Hosted by Karen E. Osborne, award-winning and bestselling author.
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What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with Cam Torrens
Publication Day Interview! Karen E. Osborne talks with bestselling thriller author Cam Torrens about Havoc: Trouble on the Trail, the newest installment in the Tyler Zahn series. They explore character evolution, moral complexity, real-life search-and-rescue experience, and what’s coming next.
What You’ll Learn
Why Havoc is one of Karen’s favorite books in the seriesHow Cam builds authentic, emotionally rich action thrillersWhat inspired the plot and character arcsThe role of Cam’s military and rescue backgroundNew projects coming soonKaren’s Review
“Authentic, complex, high-octane action. Tyler Zahn is a terrific character—co...
What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with Sarah Lauer Nakawatase
It’s Publication Day! Karen E. Osborne talks with author Sarah Lauer Nakawatase about Double-Crossing the Border, her romantic thriller that spans Mexico’s revolution and the present day.
In this episode you’ll learn:
How Sarah researched historical and contemporary detailsWhy she loves her central lovers and what drives themPreview of her next book arriving in MarchHow she supports young writers through her scholarshipThe books and authors who inspire herKaren’s Note: “A highly entertaining, beautifully written novel. Grab a copy!”
About Sarah: Sarah lives by the beach with her forever husband, thr...
What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with Gail Ward Olmsted
On publication day, award-winning novelist Karen E. Osborne talks with bestselling author Gail Olmsted about Class Action, the newest Legal Twist novel. Gail explains how a former secondary character became the star of her newest book, what sets her protagonists apart, how she collaborates with beta readers, and the new projects she’s planning for 2026 and beyond.
What you'll learn:
How Gail develops her heroinesThe evolution of the Legal Twist seriesHer writing day processThe role beta readers playExciting new books coming soonBook recommendations you'll want to add to your TBR list“I love Gail’s books...
What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with J. Peter Cobb
In this episode of What Are You Reading? What Are You Writing? award-winning novelist Karen E. Osborne talks with Peter Cobb, author of Some Things Weren’t Meant to Be. Peter shares how his work in mental health, disability advocacy, and journalism shaped his fiction, introduces listeners to his main characters, and reflects on the authors and books that most influenced his writing life.
You’ll learn:
How Peter’s writing journey and style have evolvedWhat he loves most about his central charactersHow real-world work and volunteer service feed his storiesThe books that shaped him as a read...What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with Jacquie Herz
Jacqueline Herz returns to discuss her new novel, Hannah Bloom Dream Juggler, with host and award-winning author Karen E. Osborne. They explore writing later in life, managing love and business on and off the page, and share favorite reads.
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What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with Trish MacEnulty
Professor and author Trish MacEnulty joins award-winning novelist Karen E. Osborne to talk about The Whispering Women, the first novel in her new historical mystery series. They explore writing craft, research finds, creative inspiration, and book recommendations.
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What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with Morgan Sterling
Meet Morgan Sterling, a writer whose imagination leaps across genres—from sci-fi and fantasy to contemporary and paranormal romance. In this episode, she joins award-winning author Karen E. Osborne for a warm, witty, and inspiring conversation about her writing journey, the premise of her latest magical collection, and the bold joy of writing snarky, imperfect characters. She also drops can’t-miss book recommendations.
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What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with Heidi Hess
Author, artist, and promoter Heidi Hess joins Karen E. Osborne to talk about her latest collection, Chronicles of Chaos, her love of visual art, and her journey as a promoter of other authors. You’ll hear about incorporating art into stories, working on our craft, and adding new books to your TBR.
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