Story Impact Podcast - Eliot Pattison

Award-winning crime novelist and host Lisa Towles interviews internationally acclaimed author Eliot Pattison, known for the Inspector Shan Tibet mysteries and the Bone Rattler historical series. In this deep craft conversation, Eliot discusses his decades-long writing career, his approach to historical storytelling, and the themes behind his newest release, Freedom’s Ghost. In this episode, you’ll learn: • How Eliot Pattison builds immersive historical worlds using research, cultural depth, and emotional truth • What inspires his two bestselling series — and how he balances accuracy with page-turning suspense • The real history and moral questions behind his new novel Freedom’s Ghost • Practical writing advice for authors working in crime, mystery, and historical fiction • How stories rooted in justice, culture, and moral courage resonate with modern readers If you love crime fiction, historical mysteries, thriller writing, author interviews, or behind-the-scenes craft discussions, this episode will inspire your writing and deepen your appreciation of Eliot’s extraordinary body of work. ➤ Explore Eliot Pattison’s books: https://eliotpattison.com ➤ Learn more about Lisa Towles & her crime novels: https://lisatowles.com ➤ Watch the full video version on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@lisatowles