What are You Reading? What are You Writing? with Karen E. Osborne

Karen E. Osborne talks with debut novelist Lauryn Jay about You, Always: The Years of Us, a heartfelt novel exploring enduring love, loss, second chances, and the journey to happily ever after.Listen, enjoy, and share.

Karen E. Osborne talks with Jenn Bouchard about Palms on the Cape, a delightful Cape Cod novel celebrating friendship, found family, and finding love when you least expect it.Listen, enjoy, and share.

Karen E. Osborne talks with fantasy author L. N. Passmore about Wulves Wage War, world-building, Celtic mythology, Ireland, and the real wolf pack that inspired her writing.Listen, enjoy, and share.

Karen E. Osborne talks with Kathie Giorgio about The Birth of a Widow, a deeply personal poetry collection written in the aftermath of profound loss. Kathie shares her journey and reads several poems from the book.Listen, reflect, and share.

Karen E. Osborne talks with Jane Loeb Rubin about Mayhem in the Mountains, a historical saga set in the 1924 Catskills, where the Isaacson family faces Prohibition, prejudice, and threats to the life they have built in America.Listen, enjoy, and share.

Karen E. Osborne talks with Barbara Conrey about A Fine Layer of Dust, a moving novel about family, loss, healing, and the choices we make for the people we love.Listen, enjoy, and share.

Karen E. Osborne talks with Rebecca Wells Phillips about Hurricane Helene: Resiliency After the Storm, Part One and the remarkable stories of courage, loss, recovery, and hope that emerged after the storm.Listen, reflect, and share.

Karen E. Osborne talks with Mia R. Donovan about the first anniversary of Nickie Cottage and the Onkydonks, the importance of reading, children's literacy, and fostering imagination in young readers.Listen, enjoy, and share.

Karen E. Osborne talks with Joelle Kaufman about Crushing the Cancer Curveball, her personal experience with cancer, and the lessons learned from interviewing more than 100 people whose lives were changed by the disease.Listen, reflect, and share.

Karen E. Osborne talks with Denise Turney about Love Pour Over Me, a romance novel exploring trauma, faith, resilience, and the healing power of love.Listen, enjoy, and share.

Karen E. Osborne talks with Janet K. Shawgo about My Sister’s Quilt, a collection of stories exploring resilience, identity, history, and the lives connected through quilting traditions.Listen, enjoy, and share.

Karen E. Osborne talks with Anne Louise O’Connell about her novel Deep Freeze, creating memorable characters, podcasting, and the lessons learned through storytelling.Listen, enjoy, and share.

Karen E. Osborne talks with Alice Benson and her granddaughter co-authors about their books, writing as a family, and the joys and challenges of collaboration.Listen, enjoy, and share.

Karen E. Osborne talks with D. I.Jolly about Blurred Lines, a psychological suspense novel about hearing thoughts, losing control, and questioning reality.Listen, enjoy, and share.

Karen E. Osborne talks with Grace Sammon about her new novel The Reliable Narrator, a moving story about truth, identity, and returning to writing after a hiatus.Listen, reflect, and share.

Karen E. Osborne talks with A.J. McCarthy about her latest psychological thriller Boy on the Dock, exploring grief, perception, and the mysteries that blur reality.Listen, enjoy, and share.

Karen E. Osborne talks with Dr. Latina Roggero about her memoir Memoirs of a Trapped Mind, exploring trauma, healing, and the courage to tell one’s story.Listen, reflect, and share.

Karen E. Osborne talks with Bob Rothman about The Shark’s Protégé, a legal thriller driven by compelling characters and real-world experience in journalism and law.Listen, enjoy, and share.

Karen E. Osborne talks with A.L. Willingham about her YA dystopian series The Chronicles of Iz, exploring survival, rebellion, world building, and her writing journey.Listen, enjoy, and share.

Karen E. Osborne talks with Mark P.J. Nadon about The Treatment Room, a psychological tech thriller where virtual reality, therapy, and manipulation collide. A conversation about ambition, control, and how well we really know ourselves.Listen, enjoy, and share.

Karen E. Osborne talks with Suzanne Grove about her debut novel The Pebble in the Pond, a story of hidden secrets, social dynamics, and personal transformation set in 1978 Virginia. They discuss research, character, and the power of setting.Listen, enjoy, and share.

Karen E. Osborne talks with author Andrew C. Phillips about In Jake’s Shoes, a moving story of grief, love, and redemption told through a father’s discovery of his son’s letters. A heartfelt conversation about family, memory, and healing.Listen, reflect, and share.

Karen E. Osborne talks with historian Richard Jay Hutto about the remarkable true story of Muriel Seherr-Thoss—The Countess and The Nazis--an aristocrat who used her position to resist Nazism and help others escape. A powerful conversation about history, research, and moral courage.Listen, enjoy, and share.

Karen E. Osborne talks with author Robin Merle about her latest book A Dangerous Friendship, set in the high-energy world of 1980s New York City. They discuss inspiration, dark humor in suspense fiction, and their shared journeys from philanthropy to writing novels.Listen, enjoy, and share.

Karen E. Osborne talks with historical fiction author Janis Robinson Daly about her new novel Under Two Flags, inspired by a true memoir set during World War I. They discuss historical research, writing about real people, and powerful female characters.Listen, enjoy, and share.

Karen E. Osborne talks with debut author Leah Miles about her new military action romance Baby ConSEALed. They discuss researching action scenes, building compelling characters, and blending suspense with romance.Listen, enjoy, add it to your TBR list, and share.

Karen E. Osborne talks with historical romance and mystery writer Peggy Joque Williams about her latest novel Braving the Dawn: A Novel of New France, the second book in her historical series set in early North America.Listen, enjoy, and share.

Karen E. Osborne talks with best-selling author Carren Strock about her new ghost story Left Behind: The Cahill Ghost, inspired by a real haunting and set in 1905 on Grand Island. A conversation about spirits, storytelling, and creative vision.Listen, enjoy, and share.

Karen E. Osborne talks with historical fiction author Linda Rosen about her latest novel Abandoning the Script, a multigenerational story of ambition, sacrifice, and women’s dreams. They explore symbolism, character complexity, and powerful themes shaping women’s lives.Listen, add it to your TBR list, and share.

Award-winning author Karen E. Osborne talks with Anthony P. Carter about his debut book This I Know: Principles for a Life of Faith and Optimism. They discuss faith, race, corporate leadership, adversity, lifelong friendship with Denzel Washington, and the lessons Anthony hopes readers will carry forward.Hosted by Karen E. Osborne, award-winning and bestselling author.Listen, digest, and share with someone who values thoughtful leadership.

Award-winning author Karen E. Osborne talks with Jo Loveday about her latest novel Campus of Shadows, writing supernatural stories and thrillers, portraying addiction, creating characters with learning disabilities, and sharing personal struggles through fiction.Hosted by Karen E. Osborne, award-winning and bestselling author.Listen, enjoy, and share with fellow thriller fans.

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Karen E. Osborne talks with novelist and former professor Diane Hawley Nagatomo about writing cross-cultural stories, identity, and her novels Finding Naomi, and The Making of Us. A thoughtful conversation on belonging, learning, and storytelling.Listen, enjoy, and spread the word.

Karen E. Osborne talks with author and editor Cate Perry about her novel Before the Next Mistake. They discuss writing from multiple points of view, women’s lives at different stages, self-reflection, and great historical fiction recommendations.Listen, enjoy, and leave a comment or review.

Karen E. Osborne talks with historical fiction and mystery writer Mary Ann Noe about Shadows Behind the Scenery, writing stories inspired by real people, WWII espionage research, and what’s next in her series.Listen, share, and leave a comment or review.

Karen E. Osborne talks with award-winning historical and rural fiction author Joan Donaldson about writing through loss, resilience, community, and the books shaping her TBR pile.Grab a cup of tea, listen, and enjoy.

Karen E. Osborne talks with best-selling physician-authors Graham Elder and Laura Cody about their debut medical thriller Call Game. They discuss collaboration, accountability, writing what you know, and why their creative partnership works so well.Listen, enjoy, ask a question—and share.

Karen E. Osborne talks with metaphysical thriller writer Bill Combs about faith-driven storytelling, The Matrix comparison, his Ascension Chronicles (Quantum Gate, Echoes of Atlantis), and what he’s learned about himself through writing.Listen, enjoy, and share.

Karen E. Osborne welcomes back Amazon bestselling author Lucille Guarino to celebrate publication day for Lunch Tales: Teagan. They discuss the setting, characters, romance, and what’s next in the Lunch Tales series.Listen, enjoy, and share with reader and author friends.

Award-winning author Karen E. Osborne talks with Laura McHale Holland about Shinbone Lane, a novel inspired by Laura’s decades living in 1970s San Francisco. They discuss her writing journey, magical realism, research, and how setting shapes story and character.Listen, enjoy, and please share.

Wayne Turmel on The Deserter, Genre-Switching & Writing Across FormsAward-winning author Karen E. Osborne talks with Wayne Turmel on publication day of The Deserter. They discuss writing nonfiction versus fiction, fantasy versus historical adventure, research surprises, what’s next, and book recommendations.Hosted by Karen E. Osborne, award-winning and bestselling author.Listen, enjoy, and share with fellow readers.

Award-winning author Karen E. Osborne talks with Angela Bier about her novel Voices, discovering your writing voice, magical realism, coming-of-age fiction, and the journey from medicine to authorship.Hosted by Karen E. Osborne, award-winning and bestselling author.Listen, enjoy, and share with fellow readers and writers.

Award-winning and bestselling author Karen E. Osborne talks with Bruce W. Bishop about his novel Grow Up, Rory Rafferty. They explore coming-of-age themes, authenticity, character development, and book recommendations for your TBR list.Hosted by Karen E. Osborne, award-winning and bestselling author.Listen, enjoy, and share this episode.

Award-winning author Karen E. Osborne interviews fantasy and romance writer T.K. Lawyer about her prolific career, indie publishing, and her new shapeshifter romance Macon.

Award-winning and bestselling author Karen E. Osborne talks with novelist Carol Guthrie Heilman about her novel Becoming Hattie Mae. They discuss her rural settings, character development, surprising research finds, and book recommendations for readers and writers alike.Hosted by Karen E. Osborne, award-winning and bestselling author.Listen, enjoy, and share this episode with a fellow book lover.

Publication Day Interview! Karen E. Osborne talks with bestselling thriller author Cam Torrens about Havoc: Trouble on the Trail, the newest installment in the Tyler Zahn series. They explore character evolution, moral complexity, real-life search-and-rescue experience, and what’s coming next.What You’ll LearnWhy Havoc is one of Karen’s favorite books in the seriesHow Cam builds authentic, emotionally rich action thrillersWhat inspired the plot and character arcsThe role of Cam’s military and rescue backgroundNew projects coming soonKaren’s Review“Authentic, complex, high-octane action. Tyler Zahn is a terrific character—complex and worthy. This book has everything. Highly recommended.”About Cam TorrensCam served 30 years in the Air Force, flying missions across three continents, serving in Beijing, and teaching at Virginia Tech. He now lives in Colorado, writes full-time, and volunteers with Search & Rescue.About KarenAward-winning novelist writing family drama, historical fiction, and mystery. Host of What Are You Reading? What Are You Writing?Listen, enjoy, rate, and share. Cam and Karen would love to hear your thoughts!

It’s Publication Day! Karen E. Osborne talks with author Sarah Lauer Nakawatase about Double-Crossing the Border, her romantic thriller that spans Mexico’s revolution and the present day.In this episode you’ll learn:How Sarah researched historical and contemporary detailsWhy she loves her central lovers and what drives themPreview of her next book arriving in MarchHow she supports young writers through her scholarshipThe books and authors who inspire herKaren’s Note: “A highly entertaining, beautifully written novel. Grab a copy!”About Sarah: Sarah lives by the beach with her forever husband, three children, and one beloved chicken. Family hikes, Little League games, and big family dinners keep her smiling. Her spice rack occupies twelve square feet! In her twenties, she started an agave farm in Jalisco, Mexico with her first husband—lending rich, accurate detail to Double-Crossing the Border. As a teen she worked as a dairy farmer, an experience that informs her writing of Southern Souls. Sarah also supports her community with an annual creative writing scholarship to encourage young writers.About Karen: Karen E. Osborne is an award-winning novelist who writes about strong, complex women in family dramas, murder mysteries, and historical fiction. She hosts the author-interview series What Are You Reading? What Are You Writing?—a show that highlights the journeys, craft, passion, and reading lives of today’s most interesting writers.

On publication day, award-winning novelist Karen E. Osborne talks with bestselling author Gail Olmsted about Class Action, the newest Legal Twist novel. Gail explains how a former secondary character became the star of her newest book, what sets her protagonists apart, how she collaborates with beta readers, and the new projects she’s planning for 2026 and beyond.What you'll learn:How Gail develops her heroinesThe evolution of the Legal Twist seriesHer writing day processThe role beta readers playExciting new books coming soonBook recommendations you'll want to add to your TBR list“I love Gail’s books. They are fun, twisty, easy to read, and always exciting.” —Karen E. OsborneAbout Gail: Former marketing executive and professor, now full-time writer of historical and contemporary fiction. Kayaker, baker of legendary blonde brownies, and devoted coffee lover. About Karen: Award-winning novelist who writes about strong women in family dramas, murder mysteries, and historical fiction.Call to action: Listen, enjoy, and share! Also available on YouTube and www.KarenEOsborne.com/blog-1

In this episode of What Are You Reading? What Are You Writing? award-winning novelist Karen E. Osborne talks with Peter Cobb, author of Some Things Weren’t Meant to Be. Peter shares how his work in mental health, disability advocacy, and journalism shaped his fiction, introduces listeners to his main characters, and reflects on the authors and books that most influenced his writing life.You’ll learn:How Peter’s writing journey and style have evolvedWhat he loves most about his central charactersHow real-world work and volunteer service feed his storiesThe books that shaped him as a reader and writerHis latest reading recommendations“Peter takes readers on an emotional journey through love, faith, and the moral dilemmas that challenge our deepest convictions.” —Karen E. OsborneAbout Peter Cobb: Author of two novels, Peter is a newspaper correspondent, volunteer driver for the blind and disabled, and a volunteer teacher. About your host: Karen E. Osborne is an award-winning novelist and host of What Are You Reading? What Are You Writing?Listen, enjoy, and share this episode with a friend who loves powerful, character-driven fiction.

Jacqueline Herz returns to discuss her new novel, Hannah Bloom Dream Juggler, with host and award-winning author Karen E. Osborne. They explore writing later in life, managing love and business on and off the page, and share favorite reads.Listen now and share with fellow book lovers.