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What does it take to make it in the intensely competitive author world? Best selling mystery and thriller authors Douglas Pratt and Nicholas Harvey host fellow writers for lively, entertaining, and informative conversation about forging a successful author career. Expect healthy banter surrounding themes and topics they occasionally stick to, often derailed by curious tumbles down amusing rabbit holes. Subscribe on your favourite platform for new shows every two weeks.
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NY Times bestselling sci-fi and non-fiction author Malorie Cooper joins Doug and Nick to talk about what's going on with Facebook Ads these days. With over a decade of marketing savvy working for herself and a host of clients, Mal gives us the skinny on the ever-moving landscape of the unpredictable ad platform. Links from the Show: www.thewritingw…
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Author: Laurence Leamer Book: WARHOL’S MUSES: The Artists, Misfits, and Superstars Destroyed by the Factory Fame Machine Publishing: ‎ G.P. Putnam’s Sons (May 6, 2025) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Laurence_Leamer_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): ONE OF “12 NEW NONFICTION BOOKS YOU NEED TO READ IN 2025”—THE OBSERVER A “MUST-R…
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In this episode, I sit down with Justin Falck, Marketing & Communications Manager at Fives Machining Systems, Inc., to explore the cutting-edge technology behind the Cincinnati Robotic Viper—a high-speed automation system redefining what’s possible in advanced manufacturing. 🤖⚙️ Justin shares how the Robotic Viper is designed to boost efficiency, p…
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The lads are joined by bestselling curvy girl, sports, RomCom author, Amy Award, to talk about her meteoric leap from successful full-time novelist to banana-pants chart topper, and the importance of putting all the building blocks in place to prepare for success. Links from the Show: authoramyaward.com aidyaward.com https://www.amazon.com/stores/A…
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Author: Amor Towles Book: TABLE FOR TWO: Fictions Publishing: Penguin Books (April 8, 2025 – Paperback Edition) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Amor_Towles_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): A New York Times Bestseller “This may be Towles’ best book yet. Each tale is as satisfying as a master chef’s main course, filled with drama…
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Doug and Nick to discuss how he gets refocused on his writing amid a frantic schedule of podcasts, appearances, and all the other things life throws at you. Links from the Show: www.kevintumlinson.com https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B007POXGEG https://www.facebook.com/kevin.tumlinson https://www.youtube.com/kevintumlinson https://www.podbean.c…
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This week, we’re highlighting a finalist that’s making a real difference—custom prescription eyeglasses for veterans, proudly made by PDS Optical. 🇺🇸👓 I had the pleasure of talking with Sean Loosen, CEO of PDS Optical, about how their team combines innovation, precision, and purpose to serve those who’ve served us. From Kentucky to VA clinics acros…
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New York Times bestselling thriller writer Joseph Finder joins the lads for a chat about how he crafts his detailed and compelling thrillers. Hear how the best in the biz honed his skills in another fun and informative episode. Links from the Show: josephfinder.com https://www.amazon.com/stores/Joseph-Finder/author/B000APV8W4 https://www.amazon.com…
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We’re shining a spotlight on one of the top contenders from the Coolest Thing Made in Kentucky tournament this year—Brown-Forman's Woodford Reserve Double Double Oaked! 🥃🔥 In this spotlight, I sit down with Elizabeth McCall, Master Distiller at Woodford Reserve, to talk about what makes Double Double Oaked such a standout in the world of bourbon. F…
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In this Coolest Thing Made in Kentucky spotlight, we’re featuring National Band & Tag Company and their innovative Paw Finders Tag—a game-changer for lost pet recovery! 🐶🐱 The Paw Finders Tag helps reunite lost pets with their owners using a simple yet effective QR code system, providing instant contact information to anyone who finds a missing pet…
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Doug and Nick chat with bestselling cozy mystery author Diana Xarissa about her impressive publishing rate and the schedule, work ethic, and planning required to put out 16 novels a year. Links from the Show: www.dianaxarissa.com https://www.amazon.com/stores/Diana-Xarissa/author/B00DB3XPQY https://www.facebook.com/DianaXarissa Link to our friends …
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Author: Robert K. Tanenbaum Book: THAT DAY IN DALLAS: Lee Harvey Oswald Did NOT Kill JFK Publishing: Regnery (May 20, 2025) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Robert_Tanenbaum_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): That Day in Dallas: Lee Harvey Oswald Did Not Kill JFK is best described as a prosecution by Robert K. Tanenbaum of those c…
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🌊💧 Built in the Bluegrass is back with another Spotlight, featuring WaterStep and its life-changing WoW Cart – a participant in the Coolest Thing Made in Kentucky Tournament! 🏆 The WoW Cart (Water on Wheels) is revolutionizing access to clean water, bringing safe drinking water and sanitation to communities in need around the world. In this spotlig…
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Co-Authors: Rick Jackson & Matthew McGough Book: BLACK TUNNEL WHITE MAGIC: A Murder, a Detective’s Obsession, and ’90s Los Angeles at the Brink Publishing: ‎ Mulholland Books (March 4, 2025) Listen to the full 4-part interview here: https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Rick_Jackson_full_to_air.mp3 BUY THE BOOK! Synopsis (from the Publisher):…
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Welcome to another episode of Built in the Bluegrass, where we highlight the most innovative and exciting products made right here in Kentucky! 🔵🏆 In this episode, we sit down with Beltways, a standout competitor in the Coolest Thing Made in Kentucky Tournament. We dive into their story, the impact of their product, and what makes them a game-chang…
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🔦 Coolest Thing Made in KY Spotlight: Armag Corporation & Their EMP Shielded Generator Shelters In an increasingly uncertain world, protecting critical infrastructure from electromagnetic threats is more important than ever. That’s where Armag Corporation steps in, designing and manufacturing EMP Shielded Generator Shelters and HEMP Shielded ISO Co…
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Nick and Doug are joined by author legend, #1 New York Times bestseller Sandra Brown, who talks about her latest romantic thriller, Blood Moon, her writing process, and the critical elements of character interaction. Links from the Show: sandrabrown.net https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D5X3H8VF https://www.facebook.com/AuthorSandraBrown Link to our frie…
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Working with another author can be tricky sometimes… kinda like a marriage… so imagine doing both! More and more, partners or good friends working together is becoming an obvious step as author careers grow. Experienced veterans at the process Anthony and Sonya join Doug and Nick to chat about how they divide up the duties and balance their lives t…
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Co-author: Tom Lange (& Robert Souza) Book: THE DIRTY BUSINESS OF MURDER: The Inside Story of Homicide Investigation in the City of Angels Publishing: Independently published (October 22, 2024) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Tom_Lange_complete_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): The book comprises some (24) compelling murder inve…
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Author: Judy Henderson Book: WHEN THE LIGHT FINDS US: From a Life Sentence to a Life Transformed Publishing: Worthy Books (April 15, 2025) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Judy_Henderson_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): A testament to the indomitable human spirit and the power of a mother’s love, this story of a wrongfully incar…
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Author: Joseph Finder Book: THE OLIGARCH’S DAUGHTER: A Novel Publishing: Harper (January 28, 2025) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Joseph_Finder_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): “Any new novel by Joseph Finder is a ticket to reading pleasure, and this one is hands down his best ever.”—Stephen King “This is Finder at his finest—…
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Author: C.J. Box Book: BATTLE MOUNTAIN: A Joe Pickett Novel Publishing: G.P. Putnam’s Sons (February 25, 2025) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/CJ_Box_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): Outlaw falconer Nate Romanowski is off the grid and out for revenge in this riveting new novel from #1 New York Times bestseller C. J. Box. The ca…
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Nick and Doug kick off season three with a dynamic guest who's not only written a chart-topping fantasy suspense novel, but has established himself as a force on social media with over a quarter of a million followers on multiple platforms. Join the lads as they chat with Jonathan Edward Durham. Links from our guest: www.jonathanedwarddurham.com ht…
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Author: Steve Berry Book: THE MEDICI RETURN: A Cotton Malone Novel Publishing: Grand Central Publishing (February 11, 2025) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Steve_Berry_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): From celebrated New York Times bestselling author Steve Berry comes the latest installment in his wildly popular Cotton Malone s…
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Author: Dr. Cristina LePort, MD Book: CHANGE OF HEART (A Miner & Mulville Medical Thriller) Publishing: Bancroft Press (February 4, 2025) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Cristina_LePort_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): In the bustling heart of New York City, a young medical student’s life is tragically cut short, though her hea…
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Nick and Doug are joined by the lively NYT and USA Today bestselling romance author, Cat Johnson, who talks about managing the heat in her many series. They discuss covers, marketing, and how these lessons apply to other writing decisions such as language and violence levels. Links from the Show: catjohnson.net https://www.amazon.com/stores/Cat-Joh…
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Author: TJ Klune Book: THE BONES BENEATH MY SKIN Publishing: Tor Books (February 4, 2025) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/TJ_Klune_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): A spine-tingling standalone novel by #1 New York Times bestselling author TJ Klune―a supernatural road-trip thriller featuring an extraordinary young girl and her tw…
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In this episode of Built In the Bluegrass, we’re diving into the world of cybersecurity with Rich Connor, President of LockStock Cybersecurity & Analytics. With the increasing threat of digital vulnerabilities, LockStock is on the front lines, providing cutting-edge security solutions to businesses big and small. Join us as we chat with Rich about …
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Author: Maria van Lieshout Book: SONG OF A BLACKBIRD Publishing: First Second (January 21, 2025) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Maria_van_Lieshout_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): FOUR STARRED REVIEWS! “This is essential, illuminating reading.” ―R. J. Palacio, bestselling author of Wonder Fight hate. Make art. In 1943 Amsterda…
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Award winning thriller and mystery author, DP Lyle, joins Doug and Nick to discuss his career as a cardiologist and how it has influenced his stories, plus DP's involvement in Outliers Writing University and their online masterclasses. Links from the Show: Author | Dp Lyle Author Outliers Writing University | writing craft https://www.amazon.com/st…
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Bestselling thriller author, Cap Daniels, joins Nick and Doug to talk about his mantra of writing every day, consistency in all aspects of publishing, and how he makes it all work while maintaining a full-time job. Links from the Show: capdaniels.com https://www.amazon.com/stores/Cap-Daniels/author/B07D5JT5XV https://www.facebook.com/WriterCapDanie…
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Nick and Doug are joined by amazing NYT bestselling mystery and fantasy author Charlaine Harris, who shares insights from her lengthy and incredibly successful career, including having multiple TV series, like True Blood, developed from her books. Links from the Show: charlaineharris.com https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charlaine_Harris https://www.fa…
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Author: Marcia Clark Book: TRIAL BY AMBUSH: Murder, Injustice, and the Truth About the Case of Barbara Graham Publishing: Thomas & Mercer (December 1, 2024) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Marcia_Clark_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): In this dramatic true account about the power of sensationalized crime, one woman’s case is ex…
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The guys were super excited to chat with Becca Syme, who is not only a USA Today bestselling author, but also a renowned Gallup-Certified strengths coach with a Master's Degree in Transformational Leadership and fourteen years of experience in success coaching. Links from the Show: rlsyme.com https://www.amazon.com/stores/R.L.-Syme/author/B00DY57M7…
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Author: Robin Cook Book: BELLEVUE: A Novel Publishing: ‎ G.P. Putnam’s Sons (December 3, 2024) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Robin_Cook_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): From the bestselling author and “master of the medical thriller” (The New York Times), Robin Cook, comes a new tale of suspense-horror about a first-year resi…
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Author: Amy Sarig King Book: ATTACK OF THE BLACK RECTANGLES Publishing: Scholastic Press (September 3, 2024) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Amy_Sarig_King_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): Award-winning author Amy Sarig King takes on censorship and intolerance in a novel she was born to write. Attack of the Black Rectangles joi…
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Doug and Nick chat with bestselling urban fantasy author Heather G Harris about bringing emotional content to her stories, and how she's interlinked her series' worlds for amazing read-through and a dedicated fan base. Links from the Show: heathergharris.com https://www.amazon.com/stores/Heather-G.-Harris/author/B097ZP5J8S https://www.facebook.com/…
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Author: Sharon Virts Book: THE GRAYS OF TRUTH Publishing: Flashpoint (October 29, 2024) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Sharon_Virts_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): From bestselling historical true-crime author Sharon Virts comes a gripping tale of murder and deceit. In Reconstruction-era Baltimore, members of the city’s elite…
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Author: David Baldacci Book: TO DIE FOR: A 6:20 Man Thriller Publishing: Grand Central Publishing (November 12, 2024) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/David_Baldacci_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): From a #1 New York Times bestselling author, the 6:20 Man returns, this time sent to the Pacific Northwest to aid in a complicated …
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NYT bestselling horror and thriller author JD Barker talks about his collaborative projects and how he's brought a new twist to the trad publishing world with his hybrid approach. Links from the Show: jdbarker.com https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/J._D._Barker https://www.amazon.com/stores/J.D.-Barker/author/B005FCUYU4 https://www.facebook.com/therealj…
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Author: Erika Engelhaput Book: GO TO HELL: A Traveler’s Guide to Earth’s Most Otherworldly Destinations Publishing: National Geographic (August 13, 2024) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Erika_Englehaupt_to_air.mp3Version 1.0.0 Synopsis (from the Publisher): You can go to hell and back with the help of this one-of-a-kind illustrated trav…
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Author: Tim Matheson Book: DAMN GLAD TO MEET YOU: My Seven Decades in the Hollywood Trenches Publishing: Hachette Books (November 12, 2024) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Tim_Matheson_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): “I found myself underlining and highlighting things to remember for my own career. It’s also entertaining—a gre…
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Bestselling thriller author Alex Sigmore shares how he took fate in his own hands and doubled down on a new genre, using data and research to guide his very successful decision. Links from the Show: www.alexsigmore.com https://www.amazon.com/stores/Alex-Sigmore/author/B0B1YXMZ7N https://www.facebook.com/AlexSigmoreBooks https://www.facebook.com/eri…
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Author: Robert Dugoni Book: BEYOND REASONABLE DOUBT Publishing: Thomas & Mercer (October 22, 2024) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Robert_Dugoni_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): A master manipulator accused of murder. An attorney sworn to defend her. Keera Duggan returns in a riveting novel of suspense by New York Times bestsel…
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Author: Dinesh D’Souza Book: VINDICATING TRUMP Publishing: Regnery (October 8, 2024) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Dinesh_DSouza_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): Donald Trump is unquestionably the most unique and charismatic figure in American politics in a generation. Yet despite his familiarity on the public stage, he remai…
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Nick and Doug are joined by award-winning thriller writer RJ Patterson, who talks about his in-depth research methods and sources which help keep his stories authentic and captivating, and his multiple interconnected series. Links from the Show: www.rjpbooks.com https://www.amazon.com/stores/R.J.-Patterson/author/B0098F2E48 https://www.facebook.com…
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Author: Patricia Cornwell Book: IDENTITY UNKNOWN: A Scarpetta Novel Publishing: ‎ Grand Central Publishing (October 8, 2024) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Patricia_Cornwell_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): Autopsies can reveal the secrets of the dead. And this victim is sending Scarpetta a message… Summoned to an unnerving, a…
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Author: Ira Chaleff Book: TO STOP A TYRANT: The Power of Political Followers to Make or Brake a Toxic Leader Publishing: Wonderwell Press (September 3, 2024) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Ira_Chaleff_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): Amazon Bestseller in Democracy, Political Freedom, Radical Thought, and Fascism It is a sad fa…
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NYT & WSJ bestselling thriller writer, Rachel Howzell Hall joins Nick and Doug to talk about developing her writing style and niche, and how she's now leaping into a whole new genre. Links from the Show: www.rachelhowzell.com https://www.amazon.com/stores/Rachel-Howzell-Hall/author/B001H6IFS0 https://www.facebook.com/rachel.h.hall https://www.insta…
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Author: Jessica Pishko Book: THE HIGHEST LAW IN THE LAND: How the Unchecked Power of Sheriffs Threatens Democracy Publishing: Dutton (September 17, 2024) https://kscj.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Jessica_Pishko_to_air.mp3 Synopsis (from the Publisher): Shortlisted for Columbia Journalism School’s J. Anthony Lukas Prize A Publishers Lunch NonFicti…
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