Episode 187: Janesville Author and Washington Post Reporter Amy Goldstein
Today’s guest is Amy Goldstein, Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter for The Washington Post and author of Janesville, An American Story. Goldstein sits down with Gary Almeter to discuss the time she spent in Janesville, Wisconsin, issues middle class communities face when work disappears, and the resilience she witnessed firsthand during her research process.
“Resilience is the word that very much applies to the people I know in Janesville.”
Learn more about Amy Goldstein by visiting her official website or following her on Twitter @goldsteinamy.
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Episode 186: Why We Came to the City Author Kristopher Jansma
Author Kristopher Jansma returns to the podcast! Jansma talks to Daniel Ford about Why We Came to the City coming out in paperback (May 2) and how his life and writing process have evolved since leaving New York City.
“Storytelling is something I’ve always wanted to do.”
Learn more about Kristopher Jansma by visiting his official website, liking his Facebook page, or following him on Twitter @KristopherJans. Also listen to Gary Almeter’s first interview with the author.
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Episode 185: Actress, Writer, Producer Carolyn Stotesbery
Carolyn Stotesbery, who plays Eli in John Shea’s “Grey Lady,” talks to Daniel Ford about her path to becoming an actress, how she got attached to “Grey Lady,” and what lessons she learned from the talented cast and crew.
“I just love telling stories.”
“Grey Lady” premieres April 28, and, as Dave Pezza wrote in his review of the movie, it’s perfect for lovers of noir, a touch of poetry, and a dash of bittersweet romance.” Learn more about Carolyn Stotesbery by visiting her official website, liking her Facebook page, and following her on Twitter (@CStotesbery) and Instagram (@carolynstotesbery).
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Episode 184: Screenwriter William C. Martell
Hollywood screenwriter William C. Martell talks to Sean Tuohy about how he broke into the movie business, his screenwriting process, and how he deals with rejection and changes to his scripts.
“What’s on your laptop screen is never going to be what’s on the cinema screen.”
To learn more about William C. Martell, check out his official website or follow him on Twitter@wcmartell. Also read Sean’s first interview with the screenwriter.
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Episode 183: ‘Stranglers’ Host Portland Helmich
Portland Helmich, television host, producer, writer, and actor, talks to Daniel Ford about her nonlinear career path, the art of interviewing, matching wits with F. Lee Bailey, delivering a winning performance on The Moth, and her work on the “Stranglers” podcast.
“Do not expect your career to be linear. Be good at going with the flow.”
To learn more about Portland Helmich, visit her official website or follow her on Twitter @Portlandh.
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Episode 182: The Last Days of Magic Author Mark Tompkins
Mark Tompkins, author of the brilliant and bloody The Last Days of Magic, talks to Daniel Ford about the novel coming out in paperback, what he learned while promoting the book, and what’s in store for his characters in the sequel he’s working on.
“Tenacity is the defining characteristic of a successful writer.”
To learn about Mark Tompkins, visit his official website, like his Facebook page, or follow him on Twitter @MLTompkins. Also listen to our first podcast with the author.
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Episode 181: ‘Grey Lady’ Writer and Director John Shea
Today’s guest is actor, writer, and director John Shea. The versatile filmmaker talks to Daniel Ford about his new movie “Grey Lady.”
In addition to talking about the odyssey he persevered through in order to make “Grey Lady,” Shea discusses what led him to acting and filmmaking and why “writers are the bravest of all the film and theater artists.”
“It takes some insane amount of passion, belief, stubbornness, determination, and lifeblood to keep a film alive. ”
"Grey Lady" stars Eric Danes, Amy Madigan, Natalie Zea, and Adrian Lester. The film premieres April 28 in select theaters across the country.
To learn more about John Shea and Grey Lady, like the film’s Facebook page or follow him on Twitter @JohnVictorShea.
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Episode 180: Author James Boice
James Boice, author of The Shooting, talks to Gary Almeter about America’s gun culture and how he developed his empathetic characters.
To learn more about James Boice, visit his official website, like his Facebook page, or follow him on Twitter @jamesboice.
Episode 179: Sweetbitter Author Stephanie Danler
Stephanie Danler, author of last year’s hot novel Sweetbitter (which is out in paperback today), talks to Daniel Ford about how her restaurant jobs inspired her debut novel, her serendipitous publishing journey, and why it’s imperative that aspiring authors finish what they start.
“Finish what you start.”
To learn more about Stephanie Danler, visit her official website, like her Facebook page, or follow her on Twitter @smdanler.
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Episode 178: Author and TV Producer Lee Goldberg
Episode 177: Author Pamela Samuels Young
Today’s guest is Pamela Samuels Young, award-winning author of Anybody’s Daughter, Every Reasonable Doubt, Murder on the Down Low, and the upcoming Abuse of Discretion.
Young talked to Daniel Ford recently about how a desire to see more minority characters in legal thrillers led her to storytelling, her early morning writing process, and her work as an anti-trafficking advocate.
“Learn your craft and never give up.”
To learn more about Pamela Samuels Young, visit her official website, like her Facebook page, or follow her on Twitter @pamsamuelsyoung.
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Live From Porter Square Books With Authors Joshua Mohr and Josh Cook
Live from Porter Square Books in Cambridge, Mass., authors Joshua Mohr and Josh Cook talk to Daniel Ford and Sean Tuohy about their writing processes, which authors influence their work, and why working writers and readers need to “share the garlic.”
“It’s very important for us as working writers and readers to be generous with what we know. ”
Joshua Mohr is the author of Sirens, a memoir about addition, relapse, and recovery. Author Ron Currie says, “there is no line Mohr won't cross, either in his erstwhile quest for self-immolation, or his fearless honesty in reporting back from that time.” To learn more about Joshua Mohr, visit his official website, like his Facebook post, or follow him on Twitter @joshua_mohr. Also listen to our recent podcast interview with the author.
“As long as you are putting the words down, you are a successful writer. ”
Josh Cook is the author of An Exaggerated Murder, which Kirkus Reviews called, “a beautifully written postmodern novel of deduction.” To learn more about Josh Cook, read his blog, In Order of Importance, or follow him on Twitter @InOrderOfImport.
Today’s episode is brought to you by Porter Square Books, located in the Porter Square Shopping Center in Cambridge, Mass. The store’s staff picks are second to none, and always point readers toward quality fiction and nonfiction. It’s a great independent bookstore that is well worth a visit for locals and tourists alike.
Episode 176: Author and Journalist Elliot Ackerman
Elliot Ackerman, author of Green on Blue and the recently published Dark at the Crossing, talks to Dave Pezza about toggling between journalism and fiction, painting an honest and realistic portrait of the Middle East, developing characters who feel real, and why it takes guts to write.
“You need to write characters who feel real.”
To learn more about Elliot Ackerman, visit his official website or follow him on Twitter @elliotackerman. Also read Dave’s first interview with the author.
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Episode 175: Screenwriter and Author Dwayne Alexander Smith
Dwayne Alexander Smith, Hollywood screenwriter and author of Forty Acres, talks to Daniel Ford about how “Star Wars” inspired him to become a filmmaker, why he decided to try his hand at writing fiction, how he developed the concept for his award-winning thriller, and why the magic is always in the details.
“Don’t try to get it right the first time. Just get it out.”
To learn more about Dwayne Alexander Smith, visit his official website, like his Facebook page, or follow him on Twitter @writtenbysmith.
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A Conversation With Sirens Author Joshua Mohr
In this special Sunday episode, Joshua Mohr, author of All This Life and his recently published memoir Sirens, talks to Sean Tuohy about what fueled his desire to tell his own story, the taboo on talking about relapse, and why he hopes Sirens will help people who want to “do better.”
A friendly reminder that Writer’s Bone will be appearing with authors Joshua Mohr and Josh Cook at Porter Square Books on March 16 at 7 p.m. Come out and support badass authors, local bookstores, and humble podcasters! Visit our Facebook page for more details.
““In my opinion, storytelling is always about empathy.””
To learn more about Joshua Mohr, visit his official website, like his Facebook page, or follow him on Twitter @joshua_mohr.
Today’s episode is brought to you by Porter Square Books, located in the Porter Square Shopping Center in Cambridge, Mass. The store’s staff picks are second to none, and always point readers toward quality fiction and nonfiction. It’s a great independent bookstore that is well worth a visit for locals and tourists alike.
Episode 174: Author Alex George
Episode 173: ‘Lavender’ Screenwriter and Director Ed Gass-Donnelly
Screenwriter and filmmaker Ed Gass-Donnelly—whose credits include “Beautiful City,” “Small Town Murder Songs,” and the recently released “Lavender”—talks to Sean Tuohy about his directing style, how “Lavender” evolved from the page to the screen, and the future of filmmaking and viewership.
“People respond to strength in vision and storytelling.”
To learn more about Ed Gass-Donnelly, follow him on Twitter @realedgd. Also be sure to check out the trailer for “Lavender,” and then go watch the movie (starring Abbie Cornish, Dermot Mulroney, and Justin Long)!
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Episode 172: Author David Joy
Author and Writer’s Bone contributing editor David Joy talks to Daniel Ford about his accelerated writing process for his new novel The Weight of This World (out today and reviewed in March's "Books That Should Be On Your Radar!"), what he learned from the success of his debut Where All the Light Tends To Go, and why Appalachia is so misunderstood.
“I feel compelled to create. And I enjoy the hell out of it.”
To learn more about David Joy, visit his official website, like his Facebook page, or follow him on Twitter @DavidJoy_Author. Also read our first interview with the author, listen to his writing playlist, and read his feature “One Place misUnderstood.”
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Episode 171: Author and 'Logan' Screenwriter Scott Frank
Scott Frank, author of Shaker (which is now available in paperback) and screenwriter of "Logan," "Minority Report," and "Marley & Me," talks to Sean Tuohy about the joy of writing his novel and his varied screenwriting career.
“You have to keep reinventing yourself. You have to scare yourself and try something new.”
To learn more about Scott Frank, follow him on Twitter @scottfrank or listen to our first podcast with the author/screenwriter.
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