Book Lover's Companion - The English Version
Episodes
Angel of Ambition: Amorality in the World of Advertising and Corporate America. A conversation with Glenn Kaplan
26 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we had the pleasure of a conversation with Glenn Kaplan about his thriller "Angel of Ambition", the world of advertising, c...
Timeless Beginnings: Past Lives, Soulmates and a Perpetrator on the loose. A conversation with Jill Wallace
19 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we had the pleasure of a chat with returning guest Jill Wallace about her upcoming new series, friendships, reincarnation, soulmates,...
Special: Find your Sources with Pepper Anne
12 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You don’t know where to start your research for your crime novel? You have no real idea about the workings of law inforecment or private investigato...
Life is in the Blood: Cults and a trio that fights back. A conversation with Daniel Bautz
12 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we had the pleasure of a chat with the charming Daniel Bautz about his first novel, modernity at the beginning of a new century, bloo...
Once, upon an Island: Beauty, Tragedy, Friendship and Family. A conversation with Laury A. Egan
05 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we had the pleasure of a conversation with returning guest Laury A. Egan about her literary novel "Once, upon an Island". T...
The Gift Best Given. A conversation with Edward Di Gangi
29 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we had the pleasure of talking to Edward Di Gangi about his quest for his biological mother. We spoke about what triggered the start ...
Special: Celebrating the Indies with Anna M. Holmes, Kimberly Sullivan, Teri M. Brown, Patti Meredith, Caroline Goldsworthy and Karmen Spiljak (Episode 100)
21 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 100 we celebrated with six lovely ladies! We heard excerpts from their books, spoke about the impact of war, the question of class differen...
Prophet's Debt: Cults, Politics and the Righting of Wrongs . A conversation with Robert Creekmore
15 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we had the pleasure to talk to Robert Creekmore about his first two books in the Prophet's trilogy, about dangerous cults, Americ...
Arid: Dystopian Sci-fi and the Real Dangers for a Future for Human Kind. A conversation with Anne Joyce
08 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we had the pleasure to talk to dystopian sci-fi author Anne Joyce about her book "Arid", the appeal of sci-fi, creating dys...
Weaver of Worlds & Teller of Tales: A conversation with K. V. Johansen
01 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we had the pleasure of a chat with the lovely K. V. Johansen about her fantasy series " Gods of the Caravan Roads", reading...
The Birthday Girl: Poison, Unsettling Holidays and an Island in the Storm. A conversation with Sarah Ward
24 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we had the pleasure of a conversation with crime and gothic thriller author Sarah Ward. We spoke about her new series, poisons, gothi...
Ruby Roy the Reluctant Sleuth. Reading mysteries and the importance of Agatha Christie. A conversation with Rima Ray
17 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we had the pleasure of a conversation with the lovely Rita Ray about her debut novel, the inspirational Agatha Christie, the pleasure...
The Fourth Reason: YA fiction, romance and overcoming a taboo. A conversation with Safa Shaqsy
10 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we had the pleasure of talking to Safa Shaqsy about YA fiction, the importance of mental health and why we should talk more openly ab...
Werwolves, Vampires, Supernatural Legends and Romance. A conversation with Alexa Whitewolf
03 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we had the pleasure of a conversation with fantasy and supernatural author Alexa Whitewolf. We spoke about legends, historic event be...
An Enemy Like Me: WWII and the impact on families and relationships. A conversation with Teri M. Brown
27 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we had the pleasure of speaking to returning guest Teri M. Brown about her new book "An Enemy Like Me", the impact of war o...
The Love You Know: Happily ever after or not? A conversation with Elaina Lyons
20 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we spoke to Elaina Lyons about her debut novel "The Love You Know". What happens after getting married? Will there be a happily ever ...
Special Episode: Book Launch Party for "The Paris Contagion"
19 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you have missed the livestream, enjoy the special episode here! Find out more about CA Farlow: https://cafarlow.com/ Find out more about Hillary H...
Australia's Wild West: Cold Cases, Horror and a Police Force Hard at Work. A conversation with Anna Willett
06 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we had the pleasure of a wonderful chat with the lovely Anna Willett, author of 16 books. Cold cases, thrillers and horror are her fa...
Dark Ice: Prisons and the Dark Side of Life. A conversation with James Michels
27 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we the pleasure of welcoming returning guest James Michels to talk about his book "Icebox", prison policy, prisons, moral codes, his ...
Dark Blue Waves: Jane Austen between Past and Present. A conversation with Kimberly Sullivan
20 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we had the pleasure of a neighbourly chat with the lovely Kimberly Sullivan about her books, Jane Austen, the past and the present, w...
Donuts, Murder, Art Theft and Furry Overlords. Ingredients for a Cosy Mystery. A conversation with Natalie Palma
13 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we had the pleasure for a wonderful chat with the lovely Natalie Palma about her cosy mysteries, private investigators, cats, becomin...
Hurricamp: Adventures in Summer Camp with Steph Katzovi
06 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we had the pleasure of a conversation with the lovely Steph Katzovi about her children's book "Hurricamp". Steph told us about her ex...
Dead Lucky: Influencer, Murder and Frenemies. A conversation with Andreina Cordani
30 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we had the pleasure of a chat with the lovely Andreina Cordani about the her YA novel "Dead Lucky". We spoke about influencer, friend...
Wild Salvation: The American West between Romanticism and Hardship. A conversation with Alfred Stifsim
23 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we had the pleasure of a conversation with author Alfred Stifsim about his debut novel "Wild Salvation". We spoke about the American ...
Goddess of Everything: Creepy Nuns in the Land of Enchantment. A conversation with Paul DeBlassie III
16 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we had the pleasure of talking to therapist and author Paul DeBlassie III about his most recent book "The Goddess of Everything&...
Eli's Redemption: Southern Storytelling and a Family in Turmoil. A conversation with Paul Attaway
19 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we met Southern author and storyteller Paul Attaway to chat about his second book "Eli's Redemption" in his Atkins Family Series. We ...
South of Heaven: Family, Lies and Southern Hospitality. A conversation with Patti Meredith
12 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we had the pleasure of a wonderful chat with the lovely Patti Meredith about her debut "South of Heaven". A family epic between truth...
Cleopatra's Revenge: History, Spies, Conspiracies and Propaganda. A conversation with Avanti Centrae
05 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we had the pleasure of a chat with action thriller author Avanti Centrae about her new standalone novel "Cleopatra's Revenge". A fast...
The Raven's Mark: A debut by Christie J. Newport
28 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we had the pleasure of welcoming returning guest and debut author Christie J. Newport. We spoke about her first published novel, rese...
Deceit: Murderous Relationships in Iceland. A conversation with Jónína Leósdóttir
21 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we spoke with author and playwright Jónína Leósdóttir about her new book "Deceit", relationships, family, the modern Icelandic fa...
Harm: Haunted People, Icelandic Nature and the Quest for a Murderer. A conversation with Sólveig Pálsdóttir
14 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we had the pleasure of a conversation with returning guest Sólveig Pálsdóttir. We spoke about her newly published and translated b...
Special: A Fish Called Andromeda. A conversation with Cynthia Huijgens and Yusuke Watanabe
13 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Enjoy the podcast version of the livestream for the book launch of "A Fish Called Andromeda"! Our wonderful guests tell us all about the evolution of ...
Doublecrossed: Psychological Suspense with Laury A. Egan
07 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we had a thrilling chat with the lovely Laury A. Egan about psychological suspense, locked room mysteries, the art of designing a cov...
Stories of Antyfas or Fantasy for Children. A conversation with Laura DiNovis Berry
31 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we spoke to children's fantasy author, poet and probably best aunt in the world, Laura DiNovis Berry about her love for playing rugby...
The Secret Field: Treasure Hunting for Gold, Family and Home. A conversation with Susan Dennis
17 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we met our guest, the lovely Susan Dennis, right in the middle of a storm. She told all about her first novel "A Secret Field", the h...
Joy: Tipping into Poetry. A conversation with Francis Daulerio
10 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, our guest, Francis Daulerio, is the first poet ever on our show. We are tipping into the art of writing poetry, how it is done, what ...
Horror, Krampus and Lilith: In Darkness We Walk. A conversation with Kamaya Tarpley
03 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we spoke to the lovely Kamaya Tarpley about her love for all things dark, mysteries and horrible. She told us all about her 2022 book...
Deep Roots: Darkness and Horror in Detroit. A conversation with Edward Rosick
26 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we took a walk on the dark side. Horror fiction author Edward Rosick told us about his love for the horror genre, gruesome tales, wri...
Part-time Vicars, Murder and English Village Life. A conversation with Cassie Rush aka Caroline Goldsworthy
20 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we had the pleasure of welcoming another returning guest, the lovely Cassie Rush aka Caroline Goldsworthy. Cassie spoke about her cosy...
Swiss Noir and Prosecco. A conversation with Linda Huber and Louise Mangos
29 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Cross-border talks with two lovely ladies, Linda Huber and Louise Mangos, took place for this episode. Over a glass of Prosecco, we spoke about their ...
The House Fire: Between Family Dynamics, Arsonists and Psychopaths. A conversation with Rosie Walker
22 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we had a wonderful chat with the lovely Rosie Walker about her second book "The House Fire". We spoke about arson, derelict houses, s...
Sunflowers Beneath the Snow: Tenacious Women in Ukraine. A conversation with Teri M. Brown
15 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we had the pleasure of a wonderful conversation with the lovely Teri M. Brown and her first book "Sunflowers Beneath the Snow“. Thr...
Whitesands: Between Darkness and Hope. A conversation with Johann Thorsson
08 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we have the pleasure of talking to Icelandic crime fiction author Johann Thorsson, whose first novel "Whitesands" is a dark, thrilling...
Osprey Calling: Returning Home and Finding Love. A conversation with Ellen Hoil
01 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our guest in this episode is lesbian romance fiction author Ellen Hoil. Ellen's new book "Osprey Calling" came out in 2022 and tells about life in sma...
Johnny Carlo and the Heirs of the Godfather. A conversation with James Michels
25 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our guest in this episode is crime fiction writer James Michels. His second novel "The Ballad of Johnny Carlo" and the fascinating history of the mafi...
The Doctor is in the House. An appointment with Dr Noir
18 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our guest in this episode is no other than the famous Dr Noir aka Jacky Collins! Crime fiction enthusiasts, founder, host and organiser of Newcastle N...
Between Istanbul and the East End. A conversation with Barbara Nadel
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Crime fiction author Barbara Nadel is our guest in this episode. We spoke about her new book "Bride Price", the differences and similarities of London...
Killer Women and a Touch of Fragile Gothic. A conversation with Sarah Hilary
04 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our guest in this episode is crime fiction author Sarah Hilary, author of the Marnie Rome series and the highly acclaimed stand alone "Fragile". Sarah...
Cold as Hell: The Dark Side of Iceland. A conversation with Lilja Sigurdardottir
20 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our guest in this episode is Icelandic crime fiction author Lilja Sigurdardottir, who is also a playwright and screenwriter. She told us a lot about I...
Between short stories and novels: Crimechurch and more. A conversation with Michael Botur
06 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our guest in this episode is New Zealand author Michael Botur. He writes short stories, poems, novels for adults and young adults. Learn more about th...
Stormy Cocktails with a Dash of Romance. A conversation with Lucy Lakestone
23 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our guest in this episode is writer and storm chaser Lucy Lakestone aka Chris Kridler. We had a lively conversation about the art of mixology, chasing...
Leveling Up: Women, Tech and the Gaming Industry. A conversation with Jazzy Mitchell
09 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Returning guest, romance fiction author Jazzy Mitchell spoke with us about her new book, the promotion of books in these trying times and women in the...
Chasing Dreams: OR Doing the Mundane Job. A conversation with A. L. Brooks
25 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Romantic fiction author A. L. Brooks spoke to us about her new book "Chasing Dreams", writing romantic fiction, being an author and working full-time ...
Special: Book Launch of "Fractures and Hinges"
18 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is the podcast version of our book launch event on Saturday 16th April for "Fractures and Hinges". The MoCs Lori L. Lake and C. A. Farlow d...
Methodology, Technology, Misogyny and Northern Crime. A conversation with Mari Hannah
11 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We had the great pleasure of welcoming another returning guest on our show! Crime fiction author Mari Hannah joined us to talk about her latest Kate D...
Wartime, Spies and Love. A conversation with J. E. Leak
28 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we had the pleasure of a wonderful chat with lesfic author J. E. Leak. We spoke about the 40s, spies and the wartime. Romance during ...
Deadly Talk: Romantic suspense with TJ Logan
14 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we had the pleasure of a wonderful conversation with the lovely TJ Logan. Author of the romantic suspense series "O'Halleran Security...
Writing and the Art of Narrating: A conversation with C. A. Farlow and Hillary Huber
28 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we had the pleasure of welcoming a returning guest, C. A. Farlow, and the narrator of her audio books, Hillary Huber. We learned abou...
Episode 50 - Dystopian Landscapes for Young Adults. A conversation with Shanti Hershenson
14 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we have the pleasure of talking to the youngest author ever on our show. YA author Shanti Hershenson joined us for an intriguing chat ...
Episode 49 - Of Friends, Foes and the Dangerous Beauty of South Africa. A conversation with Jill Wallace
24 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
South African expat Jill Wallace joined us for a lively conversation about history, South Africa, script writing and becoming an independent novelist....
Episode 48 - Australian Affairs: Tim Tams, Humour and a Mystery. A conversation with KJ
10 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we have the pleasure of a conversation with our first guest from Down Under. Australian romance fiction author KJ joins us to talk abo...
Episode 47 - Odyssey of Love. A Memoir of Seeking and Finding. A conversation with Linda Jämsen
31 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We had the pleasure of a wonderful conversation with the lovely Linda Jämsen, who was seeking true love. Follow us and our guest on a journey from th...
Episode 46 - Christmas Special no. 2: The All you can hear-Christmas catalogue
20 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you still looking for some books to give for Christmas or to buy for yourself? Look no further! In this episode our guest Eoin shares with us his ...
Episode 45 - Greenland Noir: Talking Murder and Fishy Business with Christoffer Petersen
13 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Crime fiction author Christoffer Petersen told us a lot about Greenland, its society, the cold, the Northern Light and the Midnight Sun. We learned ho...
Episode 44 - Christmas Special no. 1: Life under the paw and how it inspired us. A chat with Harriet Armstrong and Simone Carter
06 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Enjoy our first Christmas Special of 2021 with two lovely and hilariously funny ladies, Harriet Armstrong and Simone Carter! We spoke to them about th...
Episode 43 - The Apology Box: Youthful Mistakes and Consequences. A conversation with Naomi Ulsted and Cynthia Huijgens
29 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we had the pleasure of a wonderful chat with YA author Naomi Ulsted and Cynthia Huijgens. Those two lovely ladies talk about writing,...
Episode 42 - The Commandments: Iceland's Past and Present. A conversation with Óskar Guðmundsson
15 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We had a lovely chat with Icelandic crime fiction author Óskar Guðmundsson for this episode. We spoke about writing, women, a very personal experien...
Episode 41 - The Tell Tale: Mystery and Romance with Clare Ashton
01 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we had the pleasure of a chat with a returning guest, romance author Clare Ashton. We spoke about her new book "The Tell Tale", a dark...
Episode 40 - The Wedding Toaster: Talking Chick Lit, Life as a Writer and Everything Between with Emily Rotondi
18 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Our guest in this episode is new author Emily Rotondi who exchanged the classroom for a life at the keyboard. Her debut novel "The Wedding Toaster" is...
Episode 39 - Paris Contagion: Medical Thriller, Global Politics and Angst in Fearful Times. A conversation with C.A. Farlow
04 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode our lovely guest C.A. Farlow told us about her upcoming novel "Paris Contagion". A political and military thriller that turns into a m...
Episode 38 - Add Cyanide to Taste. A culinary conversation with Karmen Spiljak
20 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we had the pleasure of a chat with author Karmen Spiljak about her new book, a culinary noir. She told us about the ideas and recipes...
Episode 37 - Citizen Detective: Between the Faroes Islands and a Strange Case. A conversation with Chris Ould
06 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we had the pleasure to talk to Chris Ould, screenwriter, crime fiction author and YA author. Find out how he came to choose the Faroe...
Episode 36 - Romanian Crime Connections and Killer Food. A conversation with Bogdan Hrib
16 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode we spoke to Romanian crime fiction author Bogdan Hrib about the links between Austria and Romania, his novels, his character Stelian ...
Episode 35 - Inside Out: Dystopian Sci-fi for young adults. A conversation with Natalie Hibberd
19 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we have a wonderful chat with the lovely Natalie Hibberd. Author of a dystopian sci-fi novel for YA. Learn more about her way as a wri...
Episode 34 - Psychological suspense at the lake with Linda Huber
05 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Our guest in this episode is the lovely Linda Huber, author of psychological suspense novels. She told us everything about writing, character developm...
Episode 33 - Fearless in Deep Space with Allen Stroud
28 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Space exploration, Sci-fi, character traits that where neglected in the past and a lot more where the topics of our lively and fascinating conversatio...
Episode 32 - Bedside manners and food for thought. A conversation with Ankit Shukla
14 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Meet nurse, author, motivational speaker and ghostwriter Ankit Shukla! Listen to a lovely conversation about his work as a nurse, his inspiration as a...
Episode 31 - Silenced: A conversation with Sólveig Pálsdóttir
17 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we have a chat with the lovely Sólveig Pálsdóttir about her latest book "Silenced". She told a lot about what interests her in her ...
Trailer
29 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Trailer for Book Lover's Companion - The English Version! Follow us on twitter: https://twitter.com/book_companion Feedback is always welcome: b...