Murder by Storm by Russell Little | GSMC Book Review Podcast
Sarah welcomes back author Russell Little for a riveting conversation about his psychological crime thriller Murder by Storm. Nearly a year after his first appearance, Russell returns to share fresh insights on his series and the unforgettable characters at its center.Murder by Storm is a high-stakes thriller set against the backdrop of a devastating Houston hurricane. At the heart of the story is Marilyn Ramirez, a cunning and complex woman who manipulates everyone around her while trying to protect her son. Obsessed detective O.C. Simms remains determined to bring her down, while the chaos of the storm provides both cover and opportunity. With themes of obsession, morality, survival, and deception, Russell’s novel takes readers through a suspenseful journey where danger lurks at every turn.Sarah and Russell explore not only the gripping storyline but also the craft behind it. They discuss the challenges of writing authentically from the perspective of the opposite sex, how children and animals can heighten tension in crime fiction, and why setting can feel like a character in its own right. Russell also reflects on how his long career as a lawyer shaped his storytelling style and influenced the creation of complex characters like Marilyn.Whether you’re a fan of crime thrillers, psychological suspense, or stories that blur the line between justice and manipulation, this conversation offers an engaging look into Russell’s creative process and the storm-driven drama of his latest book. Tune in for insights, storytelling craft, and a closer look at one of today’s compelling voices in crime fiction.Russel's Website: https://www.russelllittleauthor.com/ If you enjoyed this episode, follow and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube. Please remember to subscribe and give us a nice review. This way you will always be among the first to get the latest GSMC Book Review Podcasts. We would like to thank our Sponsor: GSMC Podcast NetworkAdvertise with us: https://gsmcpodcast.com/advertise-with-usWebsite: https://gsmcpodcast.com/gsmc-book-review-podcastApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gsmc-book-review-podcast/id1123769087GSMC YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N-EKO3toL1ATwitter: https://twitter.com/GSMC_BookReviewFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GSMCBookReview/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gsmcbookreviewTiktok: @gsmcbookreview GSMC Podcast Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@gsmcpodcastnetwork GSMC Sports Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GSMCSportsNetwork. GSMC Entertainment Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GSMCEntertainmentNetwork GSMC News Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GSMCNEWSNETWORK Disclaimer: The views expressed on the GSMC Book Review Podcast are for entertainment purposes only. Reproduction, copying, or redistribution of The GSMC Book Review Podcast without the express written consent of Golden State Media Concepts LLC is prohibited.
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The Great and the Small by A.T. Balsara | GSMC Book Review Podcast
Sarah sits down with author A.T. Balsara to talk about her powerful and thought-provoking novel, The Great and the Small. This richly layered story brings together the worlds of humans and rats in a gripping tale of survival, compassion, and resistance.The novel introduces Ananda, a troubled teenager struggling with grief, isolation, and her uncanny ability to connect with animals. Living in the tunnels beneath the city is Fin, a young rat who serves as henchman to his uncle, the Beloved Chairman, the charismatic but ruthless leader of the rat colony. When fate brings Ananda and Fin together, their connection challenges long-held prejudices and raises questions about loyalty, power, and the cost of rebellion.As the Chairman prepares to wage war against humans using an ancient plague, both Ananda and Fin face impossible choices. Their intertwined stories echo with themes of buried trauma, dictatorship, and the search for hope in the darkest of places. Inspired by historical accounts and infused with allegorical depth, The Great and the Small is a powerful exploration of empathy, courage, and the human (and animal) spirit.Sarah and A.T. Balsara discuss the inspirations behind the novel, its complex characters, and the universal themes that resonate with readers of all ages. Whether you are drawn to fantasy, allegory, or stories that challenge you to reflect on society and human nature, this episode offers an engaging and insightful conversation.Tune in to the GSMC Book Review Podcast to hear A.T. Balsara’s journey in bringing this unforgettable story to life.A.T. Basara's website: https://www.torreybalsara.com/If you enjoyed this episode, follow and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube. Please remember to subscribe and give us a nice review. This way you will always be among the first to get the latest GSMC Book Review Podcasts. We would like to thank our Sponsor: GSMC Podcast NetworkAdvertise with us: https://gsmcpodcast.com/advertise-with-usWebsite: https://gsmcpodcast.com/gsmc-book-review-podcastApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gsmc-book-review-podcast/id1123769087GSMC YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N-EKO3toL1ATwitter: https://twitter.com/GSMC_BookReviewFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GSMCBookReview/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gsmcbookreviewTiktok: @gsmcbookreview GSMC Podcast Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@gsmcpodcastnetwork GSMC Sports Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GSMCSportsNetwork. GSMC Entertainment Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GSMCEntertainmentNetwork GSMC News Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GSMCNEWSNETWORK Disclaimer: The views expressed on the GSMC Book Review Podcast are for entertainment purposes only. Reproduction, copying, or redistribution of The GSMC Book Review Podcast without the express written consent of Golden State Media Concepts LLC is prohibited.
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The Italian Soul by Judith Valente | GSMC Book Review Podcast
Sarah welcomes award-winning journalist and author Judith Valente to talk about her inspiring new book, The Italian Soul: How to Savor the Full Joys of Life.Drawing on her experiences living and traveling in Italy, Judith explores how Italians embrace la dolce vita—the sweet life—by cultivating beauty, balance, and joy in everyday living. Through stories of community, tradition, and contemplative practices, The Italian Soul shows us how we can adopt timeless Italian values to bring more meaning and peace into our own lives, no matter where we live.Sarah and Judith discuss what it means to slow down, savor simple pleasures, and live with intention in a fast-paced world. From the way Italians approach meals and leisure, to their deep respect for tradition and the transcendent, this book is both a travel narrative and a guide to a richer, more mindful way of being.Whether you’ve been to Italy, dream of going, or simply want to capture a taste of Italian wisdom at home, this conversation will inspire you to seek joy amid life’s daily routines and rediscover what truly matters.If you enjoy thoughtful discussions on books that explore culture, spirituality, and personal growth, don’t miss this uplifting conversation with Judith Valente.Listen now to the GSMC Book Review Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and wherever you get your podcasts.If you enjoyed this episode, follow and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube. Please remember to subscribe and give us a nice review. This way you will always be among the first to get the latest GSMC Book Review Podcasts. We would like to thank our Sponsor: GSMC Podcast NetworkAdvertise with us: https://gsmcpodcast.com/advertise-with-usWebsite: https://gsmcpodcast.com/gsmc-book-review-podcastApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gsmc-book-review-podcast/id1123769087GSMC YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N-EKO3toL1ATwitter: https://twitter.com/GSMC_BookReviewFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GSMCBookReview/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gsmcbookreviewTiktok: @gsmcbookreview GSMC Podcast Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@gsmcpodcastnetwork GSMC Sports Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GSMCSportsNetwork. GSMC Entertainment Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GSMCEntertainmentNetwork GSMC News Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GSMCNEWSNETWORK Disclaimer: The views expressed on the GSMC Book Review Podcast are for entertainment purposes only. Reproduction, copying, or redistribution of The GSMC Book Review Podcast without the express written consent of Golden State Media Concepts LLC is prohibited.
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No Lie Lasts Forever by Mark Stevens | GSMC Book Review Podcast
Sarah welcomes acclaimed author Mark Stevens to discuss his gripping new crime fiction thriller, No Lie Lasts Forever. This heart-pounding novel reimagines the Zodiac-style killer story with a chilling twist: what happens when a reformed serial killer must track down a copycat trading on his notorious name?No Lie Lasts Forever introduces listeners to Harry Kugel, the infamous “PDQ Killer” who walked away from his violent past more than fifteen years ago. When a reporter is murdered in an eerily familiar fashion, Denver is thrown into chaos, and Harry knows one terrifying truth: the killing isn’t his—but everyone believes it is. Determined to stop the impostor without exposing himself, Harry must navigate a dangerous balancing act between protecting his hidden life and facing the old urges threatening to resurface.Enter Flynn Martin, a disgraced television journalist desperate for redemption after her career was destroyed by a high-profile mistake. Harry sees Flynn as his unlikely ally—the one person who can help him unmask the copycat before the police close in. But can a fallen journalist trust a killer who claims to have changed? And can Harry resist the pull of his darkest instincts long enough to save them both?Tune in as Sarah and Mark explore a story of obsession, redemption, and the haunting question: Can anyone truly leave their past behind?If you enjoyed this episode, follow and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube. Please remember to subscribe and give us a nice review. This way you will always be among the first to get the latest GSMC Book Review Podcasts. We would like to thank our Sponsor: GSMC Podcast NetworkAdvertise with us: https://gsmcpodcast.com/advertise-with-usWebsite: https://gsmcpodcast.com/gsmc-book-review-podcastApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gsmc-book-review-podcast/id1123769087GSMC YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N-EKO3toL1ATwitter: https://twitter.com/GSMC_BookReviewFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GSMCBookReview/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gsmcbookreviewTiktok: @gsmcbookreview GSMC Podcast Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@gsmcpodcastnetwork GSMC Sports Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GSMCSportsNetwork. GSMC Entertainment Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GSMCEntertainmentNetwork GSMC News Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GSMCNEWSNETWORK Disclaimer: The views expressed on the GSMC Book Review Podcast are for entertainment purposes only. Reproduction, copying, or redistribution of The GSMC Book Review Podcast without the express written consent of Golden State Media Concepts LLC is prohibited.If you enjoyed this episode, follow and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube. Please remember to subscribe and give us a nice review. This way you will always be among the first to get the latest GSMC Book Review Podcasts. We would like to thank our Sponsor: GSMC Podcast NetworkAdvertise with us: https://gsmcpodcast.com/advertise-with-usWebsite: https://gsmcpodcast.com/gsmc-book-review-podcastApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gsmc-book-review-podcast/id1123769087GSMC YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N-EKO3toL1ATwitter: https://twitter.com/GSMC_BookReviewFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GSMCBookReview/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gsmcbookreviewTiktok: @gsmcbookreview GSMC Podcast Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@gsmcpodcastnetwork GSMC Sports Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GSMCSportsNetwork. GSMC Entertainment Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GSMCEntertainmentNetwork GSMC News Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GSMCNEWSNETWORK Disclaimer: The views expressed on the GSMC Book Review Podcast are for entertainment purposes only. Reproduction, copying, or redistribution of The GSMC Book Review Podcast without the express written consent of Golden State Media Concepts LLC is prohibited.
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Vanishing Daughters by Cynthia Pelayo | GSMC Book Review Podcast
Sarah welcomes Bram Stoker Award–winning author Cynthia Pelayo to discuss her haunting new psychological suspense novel, Vanishing Daughters.The story follows journalist Briar Thorne, a woman still reeling from her mother’s mysterious death in their crumbling Victorian mansion on Chicago’s South Side. As she tries to make sense of her grief, Bri is plagued by unsettling visions—a woman in white begging to come home, eerie music playing in locked rooms, and the terrifying feeling of being consumed by the dark. While Bri struggles to convince herself these experiences are nothing more than the echoes of loss, a more sinister threat looms.A serial killer has taken the lives of fifty-one women in the Chicago area. As Bri begins to investigate the murders, she encounters a stranger who claims her nightmares hold the key to uncovering the truth—not just about the killer, but about the restless dead. With danger closing in, Bri must confront chilling secrets hidden between the shadows of folklore and reality… before she becomes the next victim.Sarah and Cynthia discuss the novel’s inspirations, the intersection of real-life crime and ghost stories, and how folklore can shape—and haunt—our understanding of danger. They also explore the way Vanishing Daughters blends psychological tension with supernatural horror, creating a story that lingers long after the final page.If you love suspense, folklore, and ghostly mysteries, this episode is one you won’t want to miss.If you enjoyed this episode, follow and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube. Please remember to subscribe and give us a nice review. This way you will always be among the first to get the latest GSMC Book Review Podcasts. We would like to thank our Sponsor: GSMC Podcast NetworkAdvertise with us: https://gsmcpodcast.com/advertise-with-usWebsite: https://gsmcpodcast.com/gsmc-book-review-podcastApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gsmc-book-review-podcast/id1123769087GSMC YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N-EKO3toL1ATwitter: https://twitter.com/GSMC_BookReviewFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GSMCBookReview/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gsmcbookreviewTiktok: @gsmcbookreviewGSMC Podcast Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@gsmcpodcastnetworkGSMC Sports Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GSMCSportsNetwork.GSMC Entertainment Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GSMCEntertainmentNetworkGSMC News Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GSMCNEWSNETWORKDisclaimer: The views expressed on the GSMC Book Review Podcast are for entertainment purposes only. Reproduction, copying, or redistribution of The GSMC Book Review Podcast without the express written consent of Golden State Media Concepts LLC is prohibited.If you enjoyed this episode, follow and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube. Please remember to subscribe and give us a nice review. This way you will always be among the first to get the latest GSMC Book Review Podcasts. We would like to thank our Sponsor: GSMC Podcast NetworkAdvertise with us: https://gsmcpodcast.com/advertise-with-usWebsite: https://gsmcpodcast.com/gsmc-book-review-podcastApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gsmc-book-review-podcast/id1123769087GSMC YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N-EKO3toL1ATwitter: https://twitter.com/GSMC_BookReviewFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GSMCBookReview/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gsmcbookreviewTiktok: @gsmcbookreview GSMC Podcast Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@gsmcpodcastnetwork GSMC Sports Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GSMCSportsNetwork. GSMC Entertainment Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GSMCEntertainmentNetwork GSMC News Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GSMCNEWSNETWORK Disclaimer: The views expressed on the GSMC Book Review Podcast are for entertainment purposes only. Reproduction, copying, or redistribution of The GSMC Book Review Podcast without the express written consent of Golden State Media Concepts LLC is prohibited.
Welcome to the GSMC Book Review Podcast, where literature comes to life through captivating conversations! Spearheaded by our remarkable host, Sarah Meckler, we dive into the fascinating realm of books, inviting authors to share their creative journeys and the inspirations behind their latest works. With Sarah's probing questions and keen insights, we delve beyond the written pages, exploring the authors' thoughts, their creative processes, and the intricate details that shape their narratives. Whether they're weaving mysteries or penning memoirs, crafting fantasy sagas or sculpting sci-fi masterpieces, Sarah uncovers the human stories behind the stories we love. But we don't stop at the authors. GSMC Book Review Podcast embraces bookworms from all walks of life. From children to teens to adults, and from the casual readers to the most avid bibliophiles, we cater to all tastes and preferences. We talk about books that spark joy, provoke thought, transport us to different worlds, and touch our hearts. Join us for a literary adventure as Sarah Meckler guides us into the enchanting world of books, one author at a time. GSMC Book Review Podcast - your personal guide to the authors' minds and the stories they weave.
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