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Join me as I chat with Lauren Belfer, author of several riveting historical novels including And After the Fire and A Fierce Radiance.   Highlights: Genesis of And After the Fire Learning about the music of Johann Sebastian Bach Salons of 19th-century Berlin and Fanny Mendelsohn Role of Wilhelm Friedemann Bach, son of Johann Sebastian Bach in the novel Fanny Mendelsohn's fraught relationship with her brother Felix Mendelsohn What is so appealing about Bach's music? Reading from And After the Fire Using details in historical fiction  Process of writing Genesis of A Fierce Radiance Parallels of the 1918 flu epidemic and COVID in 2021 The role of Life Magazine and photography in A Fierce Radiance Advice for authors: write what you don't know Press Play now & be sure to check out Lauren Belfer's novels on Art In Fiction.Lauren Belfer's WebsiteReceive 20% Off ProWritingAidMusic CreditsIntro: Paganology, performed by The Paul Plimley Trio; composed by Gregg SimpsonAd: Celtic Calypso, performed by Lunar Adventures; composed by Gregg SimpsonSubscribe to Art In Fiction to find out about upcoming podcast episodes, blog posts, featured authors, and more.This website contains affiliate links. If you use these links to make a purchase, I may earn a commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Join me as I chat with Lynn Cullen, author of several novels including Mrs. Poe and Twain's End.   Highlights: Genesis of Twain's End Shocking truths about Mark Twain Hal Holbrook, Mark Twain, and Isabelle Lyon How would we label Mark Twain in this age of psychological profiling? Francis Osgood and her relationship with Edgar Allen Poe in Mrs. Poe Poe and the popularity of The Raven Depicting the complexity of romance Life and constant craving The creative process in Cullen's novels Reading from Mrs. Poe Advice for authors Press Play now & be sure to check out Lynn Cullen's novels on Art In Fiction.Lynn Cullen's WebsiteMusic CreditsIntro: Paganology, performed by The Paul Plimley Trio; composed by Gregg SimpsonAd: Celtic Calypso, performed by Lunar Adventures; composed by Gregg SimpsonSubscribe to Art In Fiction to find out about upcoming podcast episodes, blog posts, featured authors, and more.This website contains affiliate links. If you use these links to make a purchase, I may earn a commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Join me as I chat with B. A. Shapiro, the New York Times bestselling author of three fabulous novels featuring visual art: The Art Forger, The Muralist, and The Collector's Apprentice.  Highlights: The attraction of art, particularly late-19th and early-20th-century art, as a subject for novels Genesis of The Collector's Apprentice Writing the "bad guy " in The Collector's Apprentice Cézanne and Matisse in The Collector's Apprentice Reading from The Collector's Apprentice The inspiration for The Muralist The role Eleanor Roosevelt plays in The Muralist Modern artists Pollock, de Kooning, Krasner, and Rothko in The Muralist What is a cowardly writer? Art forgery and seeing what we want to see in The Art Forger Press Play now & be sure to check out B. A. Shapiro's novels on Art In Fiction.B. A. Shapiro's WebsiteReceive 20% Off ProWritingAidMusic CreditsIntro: Paganology, performed by The Paul Plimley Trio; composed by Gregg SimpsonAd: Celtic Calypso, performed by Lunar Adventures; composed by Gregg SimpsonSubscribe to Art In Fiction to find out about upcoming podcast episodes, blog posts, featured authors, and more.This website contains affiliate links. If you use these links to make a purchase, I may earn a commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Join me as I chat with bestselling novelist Alka Joshi, author of two novels listed on Art In Fiction: The Henna Artist and The Secret Keeper of Jaipur, both set in India in the 1950s and 1960s. Highlights: Overview of The Henna Artist (Decorative Arts) Inspiration for The Henna Artist  Women and independence India in the 1950s and India today Resourcefulness of the characters in The Henna Artist and The Secret Keeper of Jaipur Novels as a metaphor for India Success of The Henna Artist The role played by henna in The Henna Artist Reading from The Henna Artist The genesis of The Secret Keeper of Jaipur, sequel to The Henna Artist Advice for authors Press Play now & be sure to check out Alka Joshi's novels on Art In Fiction.Alka Joshi's WebsiteGet a free audiobook from AudibleMusic CreditsIntro: Paganology, performed by The Paul Plimley Trio; composed by Gregg SimpsonAd: Celtic Calypso, performed by Lunar Adventures; composed by Gregg SimpsonSubscribe to Art In Fiction to find out about upcoming podcast episodes, blog posts, featured authors, and more.This website contains affiliate links. If you use these links to make a purchase, I may earn a commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Join me as I chat with Erika Gaffney, the creator of the ArtHerstory website at www.artherstory.net. Highlights: The genesis of the Art Herstory website Developments in celebrating women artists from the Renaissance and Baroque eras Why has the work of female artists not been in the public eye until quite recently? Erika's background as an Acquisitions Editor in scholarly publishing Women artists in the medieval era Work by female artists that has been attributed to male artists Discussion of some of the artists featured on the Art Herstory website, including Clara Peeters, Giovanna Garzoni, and Ann Vallayer-Coster The beautiful art note cards available on the Art Herstory website Art In Fiction novels about artists featured on the Art Herstory website Expanding into focusing on women botanical artists What's next for Art Herstory? Press Play now & be sure to check out the Art Herstory website.ArtHerstory Notecards featuring the paintings of female artists are available in museum gift shops in the United States, notably at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, DC and the Joslyn Art Museum in Nebraska.Search for Awesome Art on SaatchiMusic CreditsIntro: Paganology, performed by The Paul Plimley Trio; composed by Gregg SimpsonAd: Celtic Calypso, performed by Lunar Adventures; composed by Gregg SimpsonSubscribe to Art In Fiction to find out about upcoming podcast episodes, blog posts, featured authors, and more.This website contains affiliate links. If you use these links to make a purchase, I may earn a commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Join me as I chat with Deborah Swift, author of four novels listed on Art In Fiction, including The Lady's Slipper and the Women of Pepys' Diaries Series, all set in England in the 17th century. Highlights: Genesis of The Lady's Slipper (Visual Arts) Why the novel is set following the English Civil War Orchids in The Lady's Slipper Reading from The Lady's Slipper The Women of Samuel Pepys' Diaries series and the trilogy of novels inspired by them Women in 17th-century theater Researching the 17th century How to make a novel "compulsively readable" Press Play now & be sure to check out Deborah Swift's novels on Art In Fiction.Deborah Swift's WebsiteReceive 20% Off ProWritingAidMusic CreditsIntro: Paganology, performed by The Paul Plimley Trio; composed by Gregg SimpsonAd: Celtic Calypso, performed by Lunar Adventures; composed by Gregg SimpsonSubscribe to Art In Fiction to find out about upcoming podcast episodes, blog posts, featured authors, and more.This website contains affiliate links. If you use these links to make a purchase, I may earn a commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Join me as I chat with Lilianne Milgrom, author of L’Origine, an intriguing novel about the creation and history of L’Origine du Monde by Gustave Courbet, one of the world’s most provocative paintings.Highlights: Find out why Courbet's L'Origine du Monde is still raising eyebrows after 150 years The effect of the painting on Lilianne Gustave Courbet and realism How reactions to L'Origine du Monde are like those to a Rorschach test Is the painting odious or empowering? The Paris Commune of 1870 and its role in L'Origine A reading from the novel Advice for authors Press Play now & be sure to check out L'Origine on Art In Fiction.View L'Origine du Monde at the Musée d'Orsay.A Year of Writing Dangerously: 365 Days of Inspiration and Encouragement  by Barbara Abercrombie Lilianne Milgrom's WebsiteSearch for Awesome Art on SaatchiMusic CreditsIntro: Paganology, performed by The Paul Plimley Trio; composed by Gregg SimpsonAd: Celtic Calypso, performed by Lunar Adventures; composed by Gregg SimpsonSubscribe to Art In Fiction to find out about upcoming podcast episodes, blog posts, featured authors, and more.This website contains affiliate links. If you use these links to make a purchase, I may earn a commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Meet Alex George, author of The Paris Hours,  a tour de force of a novel told over the course of one day in 1927 about four ordinary people whose stories are as extraordinary as the glorious city they inhabit. Highlights: The genesis of The Paris Hours --Marcel Proust and his maid How is a writer like a magpie?  Paris in the 1920s--incorporating the tapestry of history into a novel The roles played in the novel by a panoply of stars, including Josephine Baker, Maurice Ravel, Ernest Hemingway and many more. Reading from The Paris Hours The Unbound Book Festival What's the one thing that all authors must do? Press Play now & be sure to check out The Paris Hours on Art In Fiction.Alex George's websitePhoto Credit:  Anastasia Pottinger: Rogue StudiosGet 50% off your first digital audiobook on AudiobooksNow.comMusic CreditsIntro: Paganology, performed by The Paul Plimley Trio; composed by Gregg SimpsonAd: Celtic Calypso, performed by Lunar Adventures; composed by Gregg SimpsonSubscribe to Art In Fiction to find out about upcoming podcast episodes, blog posts, featured authors, and more.This website contains affiliate links. If you use these links to make a purchase, I may earn a commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Meet Donna DiGiuseppe, author of Lady in Ermine, a stunning biographical novel about Renaissance painter Sofonisba Anguissola.Highlights: Lady in Ermine is "a vivid portrait of a talented woman who defied the conventions of her times." Find out why! Who is Sofonisba Anguissola and why is she in the news lately? Discover why Giorgio Vasari, who wrote Lives of the Artists, considered Sofonisba's work worthy of the descriptor "invenzione". The Prado exhibition in 2019 that expanded Sofonisba's popularity Is it true there were "no women artists" back in the day?  Why Donna DiGiuseppe chose Sofonisba Anguissola as the subject of her debut novel Was Sofonisba the Forrest Gump of her time? Why was Sofonisba considered  one of the premier portraitists of the 16th century? A reading from Lady in Ermine What was something Donna DiGiuseppe learned from writing Lady in Ermine ? What's the next novel about? Press Play now & be sure to check out Lady in Ermine on Art In Fiction.Donna DiGiuseppe's website and more information about Sofonisba Anguissola: www.sofonisba.netReceive 20% Off ProWritingAidMusic CreditsIntro: Paganology, performed by The Paul Plimley Trio; composed by Gregg SimpsonAd: Celtic Calypso, performed by Lunar Adventures; composed by Gregg SimpsonSubscribe to Art In Fiction to find out about upcoming podcast episodes, blog posts, featured authors, and more.This website contains affiliate links. If you use these links to make a purchase, I may earn a commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

In Episode 23, meet C. C. Humphreys, bestselling author of several novels listed on Art In Fiction, including Shakespeare's Rebel, Chasing the Wind, and Vlad: The Last Confession.Highlights: What is an adventure writer of historical fiction? The genesis of Shakespeare's Rebel: "Hamlet and swords"  Challenges of depicting real people such as Shakespeare, Elizabeth I, Lord Essex, and Sir Robert Cecil A reading from Shakespeare's Rebel How research can be a "springboard for the imagination" Art, aviation, and adventure in Chasing the Wind Who was Vlad the Impaler (Vlad: The Last Confession) and was he misunderstood? Find out about new adventures through the unicorn tapestries in the Tapestry Trilogy. What is the one thing aspiring authors should do? What's next for C. C. Humphreys Press Play now & be sure to check out C. C. Humphreys's novels on Art In Fiction.C. C. Humphreys's website: http://www.authorchrishumphreys.com/Get a free audiobook from AudibleMusic CreditsIntro: Paganology, performed by The Paul Plimley Trio; composed by Gregg SimpsonAd:   Celtic Calypso, performed by Lunar Adventures; composed by Gregg Simpson. Subscribe to Art In Fiction to find out about upcoming podcast episodes, blog posts, featured authors, and more.This website contains affiliate links. If you use these links to make a purchase, I may earn a commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Welcome to the Episode 22 of The Art In Fiction Podcast!Meet Charlie Lovett, bestselling author of 5 novels listed on Art In Fiction,  including his most recent, Escaping Dreamland.Highlights: What is a bibliophile and why do they interest Charlie so much? How Charlie chooses what to write about Genesis of Escaping Dreamland - what's with those children's series novels? Who really wrote the children's series so many readers grew up with (Hardy Boys, Nancy Drew, et al)? Elements in Escaping Dreamland - New York, secrets, children's books, writers, and more Every good story starts with a question: what question launched Escaping Dreamland? Reading from Escaping Dreamland:  Alice Gold: Girl Inventor Genesis of The Lost Book of the Grail - books, cathedrals, digital vs. analog, and history Why Barchester? The intriguing character of Arthur Prescott and his dislike of academic committee meetings (among other things) Use of the physical structure of the cathedral to hang the novel's plot on Why Jane Austen in First Impressions?  Writing the avuncular relationship between a man and a woman Does Charlie have a favorite Jane Austen novel?  The process of structuring a novel The benefits of reading novels aloud Inside the Writer's Studio - Charlie's podcast What's next for Charlie Lovett? Press Play now & be sure to check out Charlie Lovett's novels Escaping Dreamland, The Lost Book of the Grail, First Impressions, The Bookman's Tale, and The Further Adventures of Ebenezer Scrooge, in the Literature category on Art In Fiction.Charlie Lovett's website: https://charlielovett.com/Inside the Writer's Studio Podcast: https://www.charlielovett.com/podcast/Get 50% off your first digital audiobook on AudiobooksNow.comPhoto Credit:  Strategic Arts & ProductionsMusic CreditsIntro: Paganology, performed by The Paul Plimley Trio; composed by Gregg Simpson Ad:     Celtic Calypso, performed by Lunar Adventures; composed by Gregg Simpson. Subscribe to Art In Fiction to find out about upcoming podcast episodes, blog posts, featured authors, & more.This website contains affiliate links. If you use these links to make a purchase, I may earn a commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Welcome to the Art In Fiction Podcast!In this episode, I've compiled advice from nine of the authors interviewed in Season 1 of the podcast.  You'll learn five smart tips from Syrie James, Barbara Linn Probst, Maggie Humm, Stephanie Storey, Jeanne Mackin, Stephanie Cowell, Helaine Mario, Barbara Quick, and Patricia Morrisroe. Highlights:Tip #1: Write what you love to read  Syrie James and Barbara Linn Probst talk about writing and reading what excites you.   Tip #2: Find a mentor Maggie Humm shares her experience with writing courses and working with a mentor.   Tip #3: Trust your gut Stephanie Storey talks about trusting your gut. Jeanne Mackin discusses what to do about that editor in your head. Stephanie Cowell reminds authors to stay true to their vision.   Tip #4: Develop a thick skin and a sense of humor Helaine Mario recommends staying true to the story you want to tell.   Tip #5: Write for the love of it Barbara Quick and Patricia Morrisroe talk about making a living as a novelist. Press Play now and be sure to explore www.artinfiction.com to find novels by our featured authors.Syrie James:                     https://www.syriejames.com Barbara Linn Probst:  https://www.barbaralinnprobst.com/      Maggie Humm:               http://www.maggiehumm.net/ Stephanie Storey:        https://stephaniestorey.com/          Jeanne Mackin:              https://www.jeannemackin.com/      Stephanie Cowell:       http://www.stephaniecowell.com/          Helaine Mario:                https://helainemario.com/      Barbara Quick:               https://www.barbaraquick.com/      Patricia Morrisroe:      https://patriciamorrisroe.com/         Link to 20% Off for ProWritingAid Music CreditsIntro music: Symbolist Waltz from the album Alive in SeattleAd music: The Feverfrom the album Full Moon.Composer: Gregg Simpson, performed by Lunar Adventures. This website contains affiliate links. If you use these links to make a purchase, I may earn a commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Thank you.  

Welcome to EPISODE 20  of the Art In Fiction Podcast.Paris between the wars is the exciting setting for Jeanne Mackin's novels The Last Collection and The Beautiful American.In this episode, find out about wacky surrealist lobsters, why pencils and paper were not allowed at fashion shows, and a lot more!Highlights: The Beautiful American and the art and life of photographer Lee Miller, famed surrealist Man Ray, and the indomitable Picasso Fact and fiction in The Beautiful American How Mackin structured The Beautiful American Surrealism, violence, lobsters, and more The surprising role played by Picasso in The Beautiful American The Last Collection and the world of haute couture in 1930s Paris The rivalry between Coco Chanel and Elsa Schiaparelli--yes, they hated each other in real life and in the novel! Fact and fiction in The Last Collection Common themes in Jeanne Mackin's novels Can the creative spirit save the world? Advice for authors Press Play right now and be sure to check out The Beautiful American listed in the Photography category and The Last Collection listed in the Textile Arts category on Art In Fiction.Jeanne Mackin's website: https://www.jeannemackin.com/Receive 20% Off ProWritingAidMusic CreditsThe intro music is from Symbolist Waltz from the album Alive in Seattle and the ad music is from The Feverfrom the album Full Moon. Both pieces are composed by Gregg Simpson and performed by Lunar Adventures. Follow the links to download the full tracks.This website contains affiliate links. If you use these links to make a purchase, I may earn a commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Thank you.  

Welcome to EPISODE 19 of the Art In Fiction Podcast. The three novelists you'll meet in this episode are each inspired by a different classical composer. They discuss their inspiration and research processes, and touch on a topic rarely discussed in author circles--money! Barbara Quick is the author of Vivaldi’s Virgins, Stephanie Cowell is the author of Marrying Mozart, and Patricia Morrisroe is the author of The Woman in the Moonlight about Beethoven's inspiration for his Moonlight Sonata.Highlights: Barbara Quick: inspiration to write Vivaldi's Virgins after discovering that the 18th-century composer had been the resident priest and composer in an all-girls foundling home in Venice. She also discusses the integral role that Venice plays in the novel. Stephanie Cowell: inspiration for Marrying Mozart, a novel about Mozart's relationship with the four Weber sisters, one of whom he married.  Patricia Morrisroe: how she came to write The Woman in the Moonlight, her debut novel, after a career in journalism. Barbara: how she learned Italian to help her research Vivaldi's Virgins and the help she received from Vivaldi experts. A reading from Vivaldi's Virgins. Stephanie: the challenges of choosing which stories to include in the novel and what to leave out. A reading from Marrying Mozart. Patricia: the importance of fact-checking and extensive research. A reading from The Woman in the Moonlight. Writing and money (or its lack!). Press Play right now and be sure to check out Vivaldi's Virgins, Marrying Mozart and The Woman in the Moonlight listed in the Music category on Art In Fiction.Barbara Quick's website: https://www.barbaraquick.com/Stephanie Cowell's website: http://www.stephaniecowell.com/Patricia Morrisroe's website: https://patriciamorrisroe.com/Get an extended free trial of SmarterQueueMusic CreditsThe intro music is from Symbolist Waltz from the album Alive in Seattle and the ad music is from The Fever from the album Full Moon. Both pieces are composed by Gregg Simpson and performed by Lunar Adventures. Follow the links to download the full tracks.This website contains affiliate links. If you use these links to make a purchase, I may earn a commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Thank you.  

Welcome to EPISODE 18 of the Art In Fiction Podcast.Barbara Linn Probst's debut novel inspired by Georgia O'Keeffe is a must-read for fans of the artist and of  compelling stories.  In this lively episode, I chat with Barbara about her novel Queen of the Owls, the art of Georgia O'Keeffe, and a lot more.Highlights: Queen of the Owls and its relationship to the art and life of Georgia O'Keeffe Feminism and Georgia O'Keeffe What did Georgia O'Keeffe say to feminist icon Gloria Steinem when she came to visit?  O'Keeffe's work in Hawaii and its relationship to Queen of the Owls Does a work of art benefit from interpretation by others? Do  artists always know or can they analyze their influences and intentions?  Complexities of relationships as portrayed in Queen of the Owls What does the title Queen of the Owls mean? Ghost Ranch and the celebrations honoring Georgia O'Keeffe's birthday on November 15 - see www.ghostranch.org for details regarding Barbara's virtual presentation about O'Keeffe's influence on her and the protagonist in Queen of the Owls  Reading from Queen of the Owls  Barbara's background in social work and qualitative research and its relationship to her novel-writing Barbara is an amateur pianist - how has her love of music inspired her second novel? The obsessive nature of novel-writing Advice for new authors Press Play right now and be sure to check out Queen of the Owls listed in the Photography category on Art In Fiction.Barbara Linn Probst's website: https://www.barbaralinnprobst.com/Ghost Ranch: https://www.ghostranch.org/Link to 20% Off ProWritingAidMusic CreditsThe intro music is from Symbolist Waltz from the album Alive in Seattle and the ad music is from The Feverfrom the album Full Moon. Both pieces are composed by Gregg Simpson and performed by Lunar Adventures. Follow the links to download the full tracks. This website contains affiliate links. If you use these links to make a purchase, I may earn a commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Thank you.  

Welcome to EPISODE 17 of the Art In Fiction Podcast!Do you love reading novels set in locations you hope to visit? Then you have to explore TripFiction (www.tripfiction.com). In this episode, I interview Tina Hartas who developed TripFiction to provide readers with an easy way to find novels set in specific locations around the world.  We talk about technology and marketing and our mutual love of books. And as you'll discover in this episode, TripFiction was the inspiration for Art In Fiction.Highlights: The genesis of TripFiction: how trips to Vienna and Bangkok led to a great idea What is TripFiction? TripFiction's Sense of Place Creative Writing Competition Using social media to promote a book-lovers website Developing TripFiction--from 0 books to 14,000! Are people reading more in the age of COVID-19? The most difficult aspect of launching a website What has contributed to the success of Trip Fiction? Tina's favorite places to read about Tina's favorite genres  TripFiction reviews on YouTube Book giveaways on TripFiction The role of passion in creating a book website that readers love Press Play right now and be sure to check out TripFiction at www.tripfiction.comReceive a $20 Amazon Gift Card when you sign up for a paid plan on Buzzsprout.  Buzzsprout has everything you need to publish and promote your podcast!Music CreditsThe intro music on the Art In Fiction Podcast is from Symbolist Waltzfrom the album Alive in Seattle ,and the ad music is from The Fever from the album Full Moon. Both pieces are composed by Gregg Simpson and performed by Lunar Adventures. Follow the links to download the full tracks.This website contains affiliate links. If you use these links to make a purchase, I may earn a commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Thank you. 

Welcome to EPISODE 16 of the Art In Fiction Podcast.Courtney Maum is the bestselling author of three novels as well as a fabulous writing guidebook for authors. In this lively episode, I chat with Courtney about her two novels listed on Art In Fiction, Costalegre and I Am Having So Much Fun Here Without You, and her new book for authors:  Before and After the Book Deal: A Writer’s Guide to Finishing, Publishing, Promoting, and Surviving Your First Book.Highlights: Costalegre and its relationship to Peggy Guggenheim and her daughter Pegeen Role of Surrealist artists and visual art in Costalegre Coming-of-age theme in Costalegre Overview of I Am Having So Much Fun Here Without You Role of installation and contemporary art in the novel Use of satire in the novel Writing from the point of view of a different gender Role of Paris in I Am Having So Much Fun Here Without You Genesis of Before and After the Book Deal : A Writer’s Guide to Finishing, Publishing, Promoting, and Surviving Your First Book Valuable information for published authors  Financial matters related to publishing  The role that marketing plays in an author's life "The Cabins"--an artists' retreat founded by Courtney Maum Press Play right now and be sure to check out Courtney Maum's novels Costalegre and I Am Having So Much Fun Here Without You, both found in the Visual Arts category on Art In Fiction.Courtney Maum's website: http://www.courtneymaum.comThe Cabins: https://www.thecabinsretreat.com/Link to 20% Off ProWritingAid Photo Credit:  Colin LaneMusic CreditsThe intro music on the Art In Fiction Podcast is from Symbolist Waltz from the album Alive in Seattle and the ad music is from The Fever from the album Full Moon. Both pieces are composed by Gregg Simpson and performed by Lunar Adventures. Follow the links to download the full tracks.This website contains affiliate links. If you use these links to make a purchase, I may earn a commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Thank you. 

Welcome to EPISODE 15 of the Art In Fiction Podcast.Fans of Virginia Woolf and art will love Talland House by Maggie Humm. Learn about her inspiration for the novel that is listed in the Visual Arts category on Art In Fiction, enjoy a reading from Talland House, and discover her advice for new authors.Highlights: Talland House and its relationship to Virginia Woolf's To The Lighthouse Character of Lily Briscoe from To The Lighthouse as the main character of Talland House Relationship of Lily Briscoe to Mrs. Ramsay in To The Lighthouse and Talland House Maggie's academic background as a Woolf scholar and the writing of Talland House The challenges of writing about art Visiting St. Ives, the location for much of Talland House Role of Canadian artist Emily Carr in Talland House Challenges of switching from academic writing to fiction A reading from Talland House Advice for authors:  research and the writing process Mentorship programs and creative writing courses Maggie's next novel Rodin's Mistress about the artist Gwen John and her torrid relationship with Auguste Rodin. Press Play right now and be sure to check out Maggie Humm's novel Talland House listed in the Visual Arts category on Art In Fiction.Maggie Humm's website: http://www.maggiehumm.net/Link to 20% Off ProWritingAid Music CreditsThe intro music is from Symbolist Waltz from the album Alive in Seattle and the ad music is from The Fever from the album Full Moon. Both pieces are composed by Gregg Simpson and performed by Lunar Adventures. Follow the links to download the full tracks.This website contains affiliate links. If you use these links to make a purchase, I may earn a commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Thank you. 

Welcome to EPISODE 14 of the Art In Fiction Podcast.In this episode, I chat about thrillers with an arts twist with Helaine Mario, author of The Lost Concerto and Dark Rhapsody, two page-turners listed in the Music category on Art In Fiction which also incorporate Visual Arts, Theater, and more. This quote about Dark Rhapsody says it all: "As much about art as music, Dark Rhapsody reveals the transformative power of both." Highlights: Background prior to becoming a thriller writer: volunteering, working for Al and Tipper Gore, and more Inspiration for The Lost Concerto What Helaine loves--music and the arts Character of Maggie O'Shea, the concert pianist at the heart of the two novels Exploring the depth of characters within the thriller genre Other characters in the series, including Shiloh the dog and the characterization of Dane, the villain, as a lover of Shakespeare Use of character quirks to add depth Plotting advice--to outline or not to outline? Writing sequels A reading from Dark Rhapsody Wordsmithing in the editing process The business of writing and marketing Self-publishing vs. traditional publishing Advice for writers Helaine Mario brings to her writing a long career working for non-profit boards and giving back to numerous charities, particularly through the Helaine and Ronald Mario Fund. All the royalties from her book sales go to programs that support reading programs and the well-being of children and families. When it comes to writing, Helaine wants, more than anything, to tell a good story, create characters with depth, and paint pictures with words. She wants to be a storyteller forever. Receive a $20 Amazon Gift Card when you sign up for a paid plan on Buzzsprout. Since 2009, Buzzsprout has been helping podcasters start and grow their podcasts.  Press Play right now and don't forget to check out Helaine Mario's novels The Lost Concerto and Dark Rhapsody, both listed in the Music category on Art In Fiction.Helaine Mario's Website: https://helainemario.com/Music CreditsThe intro music is from Symbolist Waltz from the album Alive in Seattle and the ad music is from The Fever from the album Full Moon. Both pieces are composed by Gregg Simpson and performed by Lunar Adventures. Follow the links to download the full tracks.This website contains affiliate links. If you use these links to make a purchase, I may earn a commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Thank you. 

Welcome to Episode 13 of the Art In Fiction Podcast!Do you love Renaissance art? Then you won't want to miss my conversation with bestselling author Stephanie Storey about her two marvelous novels: Oil and Marble and Raphael, Painter in Rome, both listed in the Visual Arts category on Art In Fiction. Learn about Stephanie's love of the creative process and her fascination with Michelangelo, Raphael and da Vinci, listen to her read from Raphael, Painter in Rome, and get advice about publishing and marketing.  Highlights: Summary of Raphael, Painter in Rome Writing the personalities of Raphael and Michelangelo Raphael as the "ideal courtier" and his likeability Raphael's dedication to the pursuit of beauty What makes a genius? Visiting the Vatican to find inspiration Virtual tours and the research process Rivalries between Michelangelo and da Vinci, and Michelangelo and Raphael Links to masterpieces mentioned in Raphael, Painter in Rome: see Stephanie Storey's website at https://stephaniestorey.com/ What fascinates Stephanie about the Renaissance Seeing Michelangelo's David for the first time A reading from Raphael, Painter in Rome Writing historical fiction to spark interest in specific eras and artists Stephanie's new novel: a change of era and country; for hints, check her social media @sgstorey Outlining a novel The challenges of success Stephanie's  publishing story Writing advice for authors Marketing advice for authors Stephanie Storey's debut novel Oil and Marble was hailed as "tremendously entertaining" by The New York Times, has been translated into six languages, and is currently in development as a feature film by Pioneer Pictures. Stephanie's latest novel, Raphael, Painter in Rome was released in April, 2020, in conjunction with the 500th anniversary of Raphael's death.  Stephanie Storey has a degree in Fine Arts from Vanderbilt University and attended a PhD program in Art History before leaving to earn an MFA in Creative Writing from Emerson College. She has also been a television producer for nearly 20 years in Los Angeles. Press Play right now and be sure to check out Stephanie Storey's novels Oil and Marble and Raphael, Painter in Rome, both listed in the Visual Arts category on Art In Fiction.Stephanie Storey's website: https://stephaniestorey.com/Link to 20% Off ProWritingAid Music CreditsThe intro music on the Art In Fiction Podcast is from Symbolist Waltz from the album Alive in Seattle and the ad music is from The Fever from the album Full Moon. Both pieces are composed by Gregg Simpson and performed by Lunar Adventures. Follow the links to download the full tracks.This website contains affiliate links. If you use these links to make a purchase, I may earn a commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Thank you.