Authors
Ep 38: On today’s Elaine’s Literary Salon show, meet the authors behind the poweful book, “Fire and Under Water — A Climate Change Crime Fiction Anthology”
Ep37: Retired Special Operations Soldier Sean Hagerty brings us the Dane Cooper series: Jones Point, and Cabal
Ep36: David W. DuBois’ debut novel, “Beholder Of The Eyes,” is a psychological thriller laced with the slow horror of the disease he’s battling: ALS
Ep35: Author and vocalist Brian Paone is today’s guest on the Elaine’s Literary Salon show — Meet the author who proudly doesn’t stay in his lane
ep34: Don’t miss Jeffery James Higgins interview with Pipeline Media exec Matt Joseph Misetich, podcast host of How the Arts Were Won
Ep33: C. R. Rowenson is fascinated by magic. After you listen/watch this interview about a simple magic-building tool that allows authors to quickly map out their magic system — you will be, too!
Ep32: “Not every fishmonger can be a double agent,” insists author Jonathan Payne in his newest book, ‘Hotel Melikov’
Ep31: Tennessee native Thomas Dann brings us “Midnight in Memphis,” a Southern noir where two detectives forge an unlikely alliance as they strive to bridge the racial divide and catch a killer hell bent on revenge
Ep30: Learn about Brian Thiem’s journey from police officer to author of “The Mudflats Murder Club” series — second career oficionados will be inspired!
Ep29: From the USA Today bestselling author of “The Dead Girl in 2A” and “The New Neighbor,” comes Carter Wilson’s chilling new thriller that forces the question — Are murderers always the bad guys?
Ep28: Stacy Woodson is a US Army combat veteran and award-winning author of 40 short stories. Don’t miss her interview at Elaine’s
Ep27: Debut author Eric Grandy, who shares his writing journey and tells readers how he came across an “Accidental Paradise”
Ep26: Karen Marginot brings us hope and healing in her new book, “The Bad Girls Club: Promises of a Spirituality-Based Recovery”
Ep25: Crime, Thriller, and Sci-Fi author Dale Nelson talks about his latest novel in the 4-part Gage Files series, “Lightning Strikes Twice”
Ep24: Author Marta Sanz and translator Katie King take us on a satirical detective adventure in their poetic memoir, “My Clavicle: And Other Massive Misalignments”
Ep23: “From GED to MBA” author Andrea Walton shares her journey to success as we aim to raise $500 for her Concrete Rose Scholarship Foundation
Ep22: Open the door to the thrilling world of our favorite Realtor novelist, Judy L. Murray
Ep21: Bestselling author Reed Farrel Coleman — who has penned 31 novels including the new Nick Ryan series and six in Robert B. Parker’s Jesse Stone series — is featured at Elaine’s!
Ep20: Don’t miss Mark Thielman’s debut novel, “The Devil’s Kitchen” and his upcoming release, “The Hidden River”
Ep17: Entering dystopia — Slip inside the mind of author Joe Relk and discover his apocalyptic tale, “Sins of the Saviors”
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Friends to Lovers bookstore presents, “Falling for You” book release party with Natasha MadisonSaturday, July 18, 2026In-person live event12-3pm
Lynda Allen is bringing her books to Elaine’s, including the Liv Wilde Mysteries newest title “Flashes of Fire and Fury.” She insists, “Menopause is a superpower!”Sunday, July 19, 2026In-person live event12-3pm
Futurist Richard Smith brings us the new Clifi Technothriller, WhiteGrass: “We call it ‘Climate Change,’ because it’s not just the heat.”Thursday, July 30, 2026In-person live event6-9pm
Happy Hour at Elaine’s Literary Salon: Friends to Lovers bookstoreThursday, July 30, 2026In-person live event6-9pmWriters Club members: Mark your calendar for our July Write-In at Elaine’sSaturday, August 01, 2026In-person live event12-3pm
Save the Date: Saturday, August 1, noon to 3pm — Hemlock & Hearth is coming back to Elaine’s for its Summer 2026 event! Be sure to check out this independent Southern Gothic-influenced fragrance house based in Alexandria, Virginia founded by ChanthalSaturday, August 15, 2026In-person live event6-9pm
International bestseller J.D. Barker is coming to Elaine’s Literary Salon with his new novel, “The Probability of Murder”Sunday, August 16, 2026In-person live event12-3pm
Kenneth Dekleva releases his 4th novel, The ExpediterSaturday, August 22, 2026In-person live event12-3pm
Beka Wueste’s “Human of the Year,” is a gripping tale about a man released from a Maryland prison after nearly 20 years. Join us to learn more about this story of family dynamics, emotional survival, and second chances.Wednesday, September 02, 2026In-person live event6-9pm
Policy expert and political operative Matthew Lavoie brings us his debut thriller novel, “Main Street Fringe”Thursday, September 17, 2026In-person live event6-9pm
You are going to love the first two novels by Michelle Cullen, including, “A Field Guide to Murder” — Meet her at Elaine’s on Sept. 17Saturday, September 19, 2026In-person live event10am-4pm
Sign up today for our annual Short Story Seminar with Stacy Woodson and Art Taylor
Friends to Lovers bookstore presents, “Falling for You” book release party with Natasha MadisonSaturday, July 18, 2026In-person live event12-3pmLynda Allen is bringing her books to Elaine’s, including the Liv Wilde Mysteries newest title “Flashes of Fire and Fury.” She insists, “Menopause is a superpower!”Sunday, July 19, 2026In-person live event12-3pmFuturist Richard Smith brings us the new Clifi Technothriller, WhiteGrass: “We call it ‘Climate Change,’ because it’s not just the heat.”Thursday, July 30, 2026In-person live event6-9pmHappy Hour at Elaine’s Literary Salon: Friends to Lovers bookstoreThursday, July 30, 2026In-person live event6-9pmWriters Club members: Mark your calendar for our July Write-In at Elaine’sSaturday, August 01, 2026In-person live event12-3pmSave the Date: Saturday, August 1, noon to 3pm — Hemlock & Hearth is coming back to Elaine’s for its Summer 2026 event! Be sure to check out this independent Southern Gothic-influenced fragrance house based in Alexandria, Virginia founded by ChanthalSaturday, August 15, 2026In-person live event6-9pmInternational bestseller J.D. Barker is coming to Elaine’s Literary Salon with his new novel, “The Probability of Murder”Sunday, August 16, 2026In-person live event12-3pmKenneth Dekleva releases his 4th novel, The ExpediterSaturday, August 22, 2026In-person live event12-3pmBeka Wueste’s “Human of the Year,” is a gripping tale about a man released from a Maryland prison after nearly 20 years. Join us to learn more about this story of family dynamics, emotional survival, and second chances.Wednesday, September 02, 2026In-person live event6-9pmPolicy expert and political operative Matthew Lavoie brings us his debut thriller novel, “Main Street Fringe”Thursday, September 17, 2026In-person live event6-9pmYou are going to love the first two novels by Michelle Cullen, including, “A Field Guide to Murder” — Meet her at Elaine’s on Sept. 17Saturday, September 19, 2026In-person live event10am-4pmSign up today for our annual Short Story Seminar with Stacy Woodson and Art Taylor