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Candid Conversations with Authors

Categories: Explore: “Science Fiction / Fantasy”
Jan 24, 2018 Beaks & Geeks

Nick Harkaway, author of The Gone-Away World, and Tigerman, joins Amy to talk about his massive, thrilling new book, Gnomon.

They discuss surveillance, finding stories everywhere, and mind-blowing real-life technology.

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Dec 20, 2017 Beaks & Geeks

Tochi Onyebuchi joins Amy to talk about his debut YA fantasy book, BEASTS MADE OF NIGHT.

They talk Nigerian food, anime, and much more.

Jul 26, 2017 Beaks & Geeks

Anne Corlett, author of the crossover sci-fi hit, THE SPACE BETWEEN THE STARS, joins Amy to talk physical and emotional distance, writing inspirations, and more.

Aug 10, 2016 Beaks & Geeks


Blake Crouch, author of DARK MATTER, chats with Lindsay about quantum mechanics, love, and how alternate realities redefine regret.

Learn about the book here:

Mar 24, 2016 Fiction


Jessica Khoury, author of The Forbidden Wish, talks with Lindsay about her fourth novel as well as her love for plays, soccer, and Bindi Irwin. She also gives us tips for writing and fantasy mapmaking.

Margaret Atwood stops by the studio to discuss her new novel, The Heart Goes Last. Margaret reveals her fascination with Las Vegas, Elvis and Marilyn impersonators, as well as the strange reality behind sex robots.

The Martian author, Andy Weir came on Beaks & Geeks to talk about the book and the much-anticipated film adaptation directed by Ridley Scott. He tells us about conquering his anxiety and fear of flying to attend the movie premiere, the real science behind The Martian, and his visit to a NASA Space Center. You’ll also learn about his hacked Twitter account, which is back up and running, and more.

Sabaa Tahir, author of the instant New York Times-bestseller, An Ember In The Ashes, discusses the success of her novel, her love of fantasy books, and two announcements, a movie adaptation and a sequel to the first book!

Listen on iTunes: apple.co/1FxK0rJ

Jul 14, 2015 Mystery / Thriller

Day Shift is Charlaine Harris’ newest novel in the Midnight, Texas series. She chats with Lindsay about the book, her favorite scary stories, and advice for writers. Bonus: Charlaine’s voice is as enthralling as her books!

Gemini Cell author Myke Cole, of the Shadow Ops series, talks writing, military, pop culture & more.

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