Animal Writes - Animal Writers and Best-selling Authors - Pets & Animals

What’s it really like being married to a veterinarian? This week on Animal Writes, host Tim Link welcomes award-winning author and journalist Patti Eddington to discuss her delightful memoir, Don't Look in the Freezer: The Very Strange Life of a Veterinarian's Wife. Patti shares the heartwarming, hilarious, and occasionally poignant true stories behind decades of life alongside a small-town veterinarian—from opening a veterinary practice with just $200 to unforgettable clinic adventures, quirky staff, memorable animal encounters, and the realities of balancing family life with the demands of veterinary medicine. Patti also reflects on her journey from journalist to award-winning author, the inspiration behind her memoir, and why preserving life's stories matters. Whether you're an animal lover, aspiring writer, or simply enjoy heartfelt tales filled with humor and compassion, this is an episode you won't want to miss.EPISODE NOTES: Patti Eddington – Don’t Look in the FreezerBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-writes-animal-writers-and-best-selling-authors-pets-animals--6666984/support.

Joining me for this episode is master illustrator Grace Helmer. We have a chat about her latest illustrated children’s book, Van Gogh’s Dog. A fun story of a scrappy street dog named Sunny, who unexpectedly inspires Vincent van Gogh to create some of his greatest masterpieces. We chat about Grace’s beautiful illustrations in the book, drawing from Van Gogh’s art and creating beautiful oil on canvas that is shown throughout the book. We also have a chat about providing illustrations for major corporations (Google) compared to creating a children’s book. Have a listen to this wonderful chat with a master of illustrations. Enjoy!EPISODE NOTES: Grace Helmer - Van Gogh's DogBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-writes-animal-writers-and-best-selling-authors-pets-animals--6666984/support.

Joining me for this episode is New York Times bestselling author Lauren Hough. We have a chat about her latest book, Monster of a Land. Lauren writes of her cross-country journey, with her dog Woody, encountering Americans from all walks of life and every possible political perspective. Lauren also shares her journey into writing and becoming a bestselling author. Have a listen to Lauren’s journey and how our dogs bring people together. Enjoy!EPISODE NOTES: Lauren Hough - Monster of a LandBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-writes-animal-writers-and-best-selling-authors-pets-animals--6666984/support.

Joining me for this episode is author Camille Perri. We have a chat about her latest novel, Social Animals. A tale of three women from different backgrounds, forming a connection at a dog park and the drama and trauma that comes to life. Camille and I also talk about her lifetime passion of writing and the success that has come with hard work and perseverance. Have a listen to this wonderful chat with an author that knows what it takes to craft a wonderful story with memorable characters. Enjoy!EPISODE NOTES: Camille Perri - Social AnimalsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-writes-animal-writers-and-best-selling-authors-pets-animals--6666984/support.

Joining me for this episode is author and master musician Nick Greenberg. We have a chat about his novel Buried Treasure. A story of struggling musician whose fortunes change when his dog digs up a payload full of truffles in Ohio, causing extreme upset with the centuries-old truffle fraternity. A clever novel of twists, turns, a fascinating topic and memorable characters. Nick and I also get to chat about the parallels of composing music and writing a fictional novel. Have a listen to this entertaining chat with a great writer – both of music and novels. Enjoy!EPISODE NOTES: Nick Greenberg - Buried TreasureBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-writes-animal-writers-and-best-selling-authors-pets-animals--6666984/support.

In this episode I chat with award-winning screenwriter, playwright and author JJ Flowers. We have a chat about her latest book, The Spiritual Dog – an engaging book that combines the spiritual aspects and compassion of our relations hip with dogs. We also chat about what it takes to be a writer of multiple mediums. Have a listen, learn and enjoy!EPISODE NOTES: JJ Flowers - The Spiritual DogBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-writes-animal-writers-and-best-selling-authors-pets-animals--6666984/support.

Joining me for this episode is award-winning author and writer Eleanor Lerman. We chat about her latest collection of short stories, King the Wonder Dog: and Other Stories. A tender look at aging, loneliness and life-altering events and the four-legged companions who help us along the way. We also chat about what it takes to be a writer, of over 50 years, covering every type of writing out there. Have a listen, learn and enjoy!EPISODE NOTES: Eleanor Lerman - King the Wonder DogBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-writes-animal-writers-and-best-selling-authors-pets-animals--6666984/support.

Joining me for this episode is New York Times bestselling author, Rita Mae Brown. We have a chat about her latest in the Mrs. Murphy Mystery Series, Clawed and Dangerous. Join Sneaky Pie Brown and her cast of crime solving cohorts (cats, hounds and humans) solving a murder in their quaint town of Crozet, Virginia. Learn from the master herself, Rita Mae Brown, how to write a bestselling mystery, that entertains and teaches a lesson or two along the way. Enjoy!EPISODE NOTES: Rita Mae Brown - Clawed and DangerousBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-writes-animal-writers-and-best-selling-authors-pets-animals--6666984/support.

Joining me for this episode is author and conservation scientist Louise K. Blight. Louise and I have a chat about her book, Where The Earth Meets The Sky. A story of penguins, people and place during her time in Antarctica. A fascinating and intriguing look at living with penguins and the fascinating ways they survive and adapt in an often harsh environment. Enjoy!EPISODE NOTES: Louise K. Blight - Where The Earth Meets The SkyBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-writes-animal-writers-and-best-selling-authors-pets-animals--6666984/support.

Joining me for this episode is New York Times bestselling author Spencer Quinn. We have a chat about the latest, 16 in total, in the Chet and Bernie mystery series. Join Chet the Dog as he narrates (from a purely dogs point of view) and his human partner Bernie, while they attempt to solve a case of internet fame and a celebrity cat who goes missing. Also, find out what it takes to write a series of bestselling detective mysteries, that stand alone or as a collection. Enjoy!EPISODE NOTES: Spencer Quinn - Cat On A Hot Tin WoofBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-writes-animal-writers-and-best-selling-authors-pets-animals--6666984/support.