Charlaine Harris on Vampires, Mysteries & The Last Wizards’ Ball

What this episode covers

In this episode of the Fresh Fiction Podcast, we welcome the legendary Charlaine Harris — #1 New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the Sookie Stackhouse/True Blood series, the Aurora Teagarden Mysteries, Midnight, Texas, and the Gunnie Rose novels. With more than 39 million copies sold worldwide, Harris shares her insights on writing across genres, building immersive worlds, and keeping readers hooked for over four decades. You’ll hear about: • Behind-the-scenes stories from fan conventions like Dragon Con. • Her funniest and most surprising fan encounters. • What it’s like to see her books adapted for TV and film. • How she approaches writing without outlines. • Closing out the Gunnie Rose series with THE LAST WIZARDS’ BALL. • A sneak peek into her next project, featuring twins, adventure, and a touch of time-bending mystery. Whether you’re a fan of paranormal romance, cozy mysteries, or urban fantasy, this episode is filled with wisdom, humor, and inspiration from one of the most enduring voices in commercial fiction.

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