Rendezvous With A Writer Podcast

#51 Guest Author Parris Afton Bonds

New York Times Best Selling Author PARRIS AFTON BONDS joined us to chat about her newest Romance Thriller ANSWERING THE CALL. With her 70th birthday looming, main character, Lauren Hillard, awakens each morning wondering if there isn't an easier way. One day, in the shower, she hears a clear call to adventure - walk away from the comfortable but mundane routine of her life and move to Mexico! With a sense of urgency, and feeling of excitement, she makes the move. More than adventure awaits!!! You must read this book! Follow Lauren into Mexico - an exotic place - where she finds both danger and romance!! Tune into the broadcast to hear Parris read aloud, share the inspiration behind the story and share insights into her writing process. This is another enjoyable Rendezvous between a best-selling writer and her reading fans!Hosts: Jim and Bobbi Jean Bell Open and closing music, "Hot Texas," courtesy of the Hot Texas Swing Band Sponsored by OutWest Shop Shop all Rendezvous With A Writer book titles HERE Aired August 17, 2023

#50 Guest Author Kathleen M. Rodgers

“We’re the Flying Cutterbucks,” Daddy announced into the shiny cigarette lighter he’d pull from the dashboard, pretending it was a microphone. “Sit back and enjoy the ride.” Author KATHLEEN M. RODGERS joined us to chat about her fourth book, THE FLYING CUTTERBUCKS. Set in 2016-2017 with deep roots in the early 1970s, the story is told through the lives of five remarkable women, the men in their lives, and two lovable dogs. The Land of Enchantment - New Mexico - is the book's setting with action happening in the fictional town of Pardon, the Pardon Air Force Base, and the historic and charming town of Las Vegas. Set against the 2016 Presidential Campaign, the women - Aunt Star and Lupi, and the Cutterbuck gals- Mom-Jewel and daughters Trudy and Georgia continue their lives under an umbrella of loss that includes divorces, unexpected deaths, and grieving for a husband and father - fighter pilot Shep Cutterbuck - missing in action over Vietnam since 1972. This is an engaging story of the power and forgiveness of love - love demonstrated in unique and unexpected ways. Pick up THE FLYING CUTTERBUCKS and Soar! Hosts: Jim and Bobbi Jean Bell Open and closing music, "Hot Texas," courtesy of the Hot Texas Swing Band Sponsored by OutWest Shop Shop all Rendezvous With A Writer book titles HERE Aired August 10, 2023

#49 Guest Author Manuela Schneider and True West Magazine Film Editor Henry Parke

This week we are CELEBRATING! It is our ONE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY SHOW, and we are joined by True West Magazine film editor HENRY PARKE and award- winning author MANUELA SCHNEIDER. HENRY shares all the latest Western film and TV production news. With the 30th anniversary of the movie Tombstone being celebrated this year, look for his interview with actress Dana Delany in the October 2023 issue of True West magazine.MANUELA SCHNEIDER joined us from her home in Germany! Manuela has had a long-time love affair with the American West, especially the history of silver mining and mining towns like Tombstone. She has written several books, including the one we chatted about tonight ARMA DEL DIABLO: THE COLT OF DESTINY. What's the backstory? Question: Is there a connection between Johnny Ringo and the Devil? What's the story behind the Colt 45 with serial number 222? What's the connection between a Benedictine monk and this unique firearm? This book drew us in, and you'll enjoy it too!Hosts: Jim and Bobbi Jean Bell Open and closing music, "Hot Texas," courtesy of Hot Texas Swing Band Sponsored by OutWest Shop Shop all Rendezvous With A Writer book titles HERE Aired August 3, 2023

#48 Guest Authors Peggy Chambers and The Rev. Dr. John Toles

Author PEGGY CHAMBERS returns to the show along with Jim and Bobbi and her guest, THE REV. DR. JOHN TOLES, author of the FATHER ANTHONY SAVEL MYSTERY SERIES! It was an interesting and engaging talk between two authors and two readers. John shared the backstory to the series, the joys and challenges of writing mysteries, and what he's working on next. He provided some writing tips too. Tune in!Hosts: Jim and Bobbi Jean Bell Open and closing music, "Hot Texas," courtesy of Hot Texas Swing Band Sponsored by OutWest Shop Shop all Rendezvous With A Writer book titles HERE Aired July 27, 2023

#47 Guest Author J.R. Sanders

Do you enjoy "hard boiled detective" stories? Have we got a series for you! Meet Los Angeles based private eye, NATE ROSS. The year is 1939, he's hired to determine the truth behind a father's death - was it suicide or murder? Written in the first person, we ride along with Nate as he uncovers the clues...along the way we meet a cast of unforgettable characters set against the backdrop of steamy LA. You'll turn the pages quickly...except when the prose is too delicious it demands to be read aloud! Tune into our conversation with author J. R. SANDERS as he reveals the backstory to the Nate Ross Series and Nate's latest case BRING THE NIGHT! Hosts: Jim And Bobbi Jean Bell Open and closing music, "Hot Texas," courtesy of the Hot Texas Swing Band Sponsored by OutWest Shop Shop all Rendezvous With A Writer book titles HERE Aired July 20, 2023

#46 Guest Author Sandi Wright

Children's book author and illustrator SANDI WRIGHT joined us to share the backstory to her SANTA FE SAM SERIES including the books:THE ADVENTRUES OF SANTA FE SAMSEDONA'S SEARCH ALBUQUERQUE GERDYEach book has a compelling main character and story line, and each one comes to life with the MAGIC of Augmented Reality! Don't know what AR is? Join us!Hosts: Jim and Bobbi Jean Bell Open and closing music, "Hot Texas," courtesy of Hot Texas Swing Band Sponsored by OutWest Shop Shop all Rendezvous With A Writer book titles HERE Aired July 13, 2023

#45 Guest Author Frank Weber and True West Magazine Film Editor Henry Parke

We chatted with two guests tonight - HENRY PARKE brought us up to date with the latest news on the Western film and TV front. Returning true crime thriller author, FRANK WEBER, spoke about his newest release, THE HAUNTED HOUSE OF HILLMAN- H2OH. Do you believe a house can be haunted? Was there a house in your neighborhood with that reputation - even though you knew you should stay away - it called to you again and again to come "visit?" This story just won't let you go! Frank shares the backstory to this 'grim thriller." Hosts: Jim and Bobbi Jean Bell Open and closing music, "Hot Texas," courtesy of the Hot Texas Swing Band Sponsored by OutWest ShopShop all Rendezvous With A Writer book titles HERE Aired July 6, 2023

#44 Guest Author Writing Team Andrews And Wilson

The international bestselling thriller writing team of BRIAN ANDREWS and JEFFREY WILSON - known as ANDREWS AND WILSON - chatted with us about their most recent book DEMPSEY, part of the popular TIER ONE Series. We talk about their successful collaboration writing process, what inspires the series, the power of strong, engaging characters so much more! Hosts: Jim and Bobbi Jean BellOpen and closing music, "Hot Texas," courtesy of Hot Texas Swing Band Sponsored by OutWest Shop Shop all Rendezvous With A Writer book titles HERE Aired June 29, 2023

#43 Guest Host Poet Tom Swearingen and Guest Author, Songwriter Jon Chandler

WHAT A GREAT INTERVIEW!!! Two award-winning storytellers took center stage tonight. Guest Host Poet TOM SWEARINGEN chatted about songwriting and writing with multi-SPUR winner singer/songwriting and author JON CHANDLER. Engaging, entertaining, and educational - Tom and Jon share their insights into the creation of story...and, as you know, Story Is Everything!Hosts: Jim and Bobbi Jean were out-of-town this week.Opening and closing music, "Hot Texas," courtesy of Hot Texas Swing Band Sponsored by OutWest ShopShop all Rendezvous With A Writer book titles HERE Aired June 22, 2023

#42 Guest Author Pat Wahler

Award-winning author PAT WAHLER joined us for a lively and engaging conversation about two of her books THE ROSE OF WASHINGTON SQUARE: A NOVEL OF ROSE O'NEILL, CREATOR OF THE KEWPIE DOLL and I AM MRS. JESSE JAMES. Both books are written in the first person, inviting the reader to live their experiences up-close-and-personal. Pat Wahler, a native of Missouri, was compelled to write the stories of these two Missouri women. She shares the back stories to each book - what inspired her to write them, what surprises she uncovered in her research, and provides book launch and writing tips. We had fun reading both books ... so will you!Hosts: Jim and Bobbi Jean Bell Opening and closing music, "Hot Texas," courtesy of Hot Texas Swing BandSponsored by OutWest ShopShop all Rendezvous With A Writer book titles HERE Aired June 15, 2023