Plot-Twisty Suspense Novel, and The Write Quotes: The Writing Life
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In this episode 329, we feature award-winning author Deborah Goodrich Royce and her “expertly paced thrill ride,” Reef Road. We’re also happy to share some of our favorite quotes and reflections from the first book of our new series, The Write Quotes: The Writing Life!
Today’s Featured Author
Deborah Goodrich Royce Time Stamp: 5:49
Deborah Goodrich Royce has been called the “Queen of Plot Twists” and in Reef Road, inspired by a true story, Royce takes us down a winding path that begins with an unspeakable murder in 1948 Pittsburgh and culminates with a man’s severed hand washed up on the shore of Palm Beach in 2020—in the heat of the COVID-19 lockdown.
The Write Quotes Series
The Writing Life Time Stamp: 40:10
Listen for a discussion of the themes discussed in book one in The Write Quotes series, including some of our favorite quotes, pulled from our interviews with hard-working, award-winning, and New York Times bestselling authors. Learn more and download the first ebook for free at https://charlottereaderspodcast.com/writequotes/.
2-Minute Tip: Time Stamp: 33:40
Don’t miss Charlotte Lit co-founder and executive director Paul Reali’s tip about how to get started.
Elevator Pitches:
Thanks to C.S. Smith for sharing an elevator pitch for Near Miss.
Community Updates:
Listen to our episode for updates on the Charlotte writing community, including events from the Charlotte Writers Club, Charlotte Lit, and more.
Host Updates:
Sarah: On March 10th at 6 PM, I’ll be participating in an ekphrastic poetry and art exhibit hosted by the Charlotte Art League. Join us for the opening night reception and reading, free and open to the public! Also, my first novel, The Plus One, was recently featured on The Page 1 Challenge, a new quirky short-form podcast that shares the first page of a novel–before sharing the title or author–and lets you decide if you’d like to read more.
Hannah: I’ve been doing a ton of reading lately! I’m also working to pitch client events to literary festivals, and discovering some great NC literary festivals along the way.
Landis: I recently appeared on Grace Sammon’s podcast for an episode that will go live on March 13th at 5 PM on Authors on the Air Global Radio Network. Listen here to hear us discuss Deadly Declarations and The Write Quotes series.
Book Recommendations: Time Stamp: 1:03:32
Hannah recommends:
Normal People by Sally Rooney
Sarah recommends:
Big Swiss by Jen Beagin
Landis recommends:
A Lowcountry Heart: Reflections on a Writing Life by Pat Conroy
Mark West, Storied Charlotte Blog, recommends:
An Hour Before Daylight by Jimmy Carter
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