Lauren Oliver: The Girl in the Lake

Bianca Marais: A Most Puzzling Murder

Bianca Marais's latest book, A Most Puzzling Murder, is nothing short of brilliant. Solve a variety of puzzles, alongside the main character, Destiny Whip, as she is tasked with finding out a future murder. Bianca encourages you to write in your book as you work through the puzzles and if you need help, you can email Destiny for a clue. It is locked room mystery, with a cast of villains and incredibly world-building. You haven't read anything quite like it and hear Bianca talk about her approach to writing this story. We Were Made For This Music licensed through Soundstripe. Code: 39AGJ0TDODPMP6RZ

Elizabeth Rose Quinn: Payback

Payback, is the latest from Elizabeth Rose Quinn, who leans into her background of screenwriting and writing with this locked room mystery with humor and an eclectic cast of characters. And at the same time, there is social commentary woven about our prison system and what that means for us. YouTube: We Were Made For This Music licensed through Soundstripe. Code: RDVS6PNTLVHPLS1D

Nadine Matheson: The Shadow Carver

Nadine Matheson works as a criminal solicitor in London and also is a masterful storyteller. She talks about her latest book in the DI Henley Series, The Shadow Carver. Nadine shares the questions she has that will often inspire her writing and how her work influences this story of vigilante justice as seen from both the victim and the accused. Music licensed through Soundstripe. Code: 4HJDXD6A5KQMER4S

Lauren Oliver: The Girl in the Lake

Lauren Oliver, a renowned author and media entrepreneur, as they explore her latest novel The Girl in the Lake, the impact of storytelling, AI in creative work, and the mysteries of consciousness and past lives.

Amanda McCracken: When Longing Becomes Your Lover

Amanda McCracken discusses her journey through love, longing, and self-discovery, and worth in her new book, When Longing Becomes Your Lover. She shares personal stories, mental models, and practical advice on embracing vulnerability, overcoming fears, and cultivating self-worth to live a more authentic life.