Emilya Naymark
June 6, 2021
In this episode, Linda Hengerer talks with Emilya Naymark about her debut novel Hide in Place, writing, parent's fears, Russian food, and Brighton Beach aka Little Odessa.
Shawn Reilly Simmons
May 31, 2021
In this episode, Linda Hengerer talks with Shawn Reilly Simmons about Murder on the Chopping Block (the latest novel in the Red Carpet Catering Mystery series), culinary cozy mysteries, Malice Domestic and 2021's More Than M…
Tara Lush
May 23, 2021
In this episode, Linda Hengerer talks with Tara Lush about Grounds for Murder, the first book in her new Coffee Shop series, coffee, a coffee tour in St. Petersburg that helped Tara with research for her cozy mystery series,…
Vincent H. O'Neil
May 23, 2021
In this episode, Linda Hengerer talks with Vincent O'Neil about his book Death Troupe, winning the St. Martin's Press/Malice Domestic Best First Novel contest, his series featuring Frank Cole, and how he got the acting bug a…
Diane A.S. Stuckart
May 9, 2021
In this episode, Linda Hengerer talks with Diane A.S. Stuckart, writing as Anna Gerard. Her 17th novel, PEACHES AND SCHEMES, comes out May 11, 2021.
Mia P. Manansala
May 2, 2021
In this episode, Linda Hengerer talks with Mia P. Manansala about her debut novel, ARSENIC and ADOBO, Filipino-inspired cooking, and why she thinks cozy mysteries are rom-coms with a dead body.
Tart Bites: EBB Spread
April 28, 2021
A savory spread perfect for a snack when sweet won't do.
Mary Stewart's Airs Above the Ground
April 28, 2021
In this episode of Tart Words, Suzanne Fox and Linda Hengerer are discussing Mary Stewart’s book Airs Above the Ground and how she uses unusual settings, creates vivid animal characters, and shows relationship dynamics.
Carrie Stuart Parks
April 24, 2021
Linda Hengerer talks with Carrie Stuart Parks about her latest book, Relative Silence, forensic and fine art, and writing.
Tart Bites: Cream Cheese & Olives
April 24, 2021
Cream Cheese & Olives is a fast and easy, two-ingredient dish, suitable for snacking or a light lunch.
Mary Stewart's The Moon-Spinners
April 23, 2021
Linda Hengerer and Suzanne Fox discuss Mary Stewart's book The Moon-Spinners, how she uses setting, shows family love and loyalties, and how her characters answer a Call to Adventure.
Suzanne Fox
April 16, 2021
Linda Hengerer and Suzanne Fox talk about her re-issued book One Hot Summer, Key West, and life before cell phones.
Tart Bites: Chocolate Chip Cookies
April 14, 2021
The classic Chocolate Chip Cookies, refined.
Mary Stewart's My Brother Michael
April 14, 2021
In this episode of Tart Words, Suzanne Fox and Linda Hengerer are discussing Mary Stewart’s book My Brother Michael and how she uses setting, incorporates both ancient and recent history, and how her characters answer a call…
Joan Lipinsky Cochran
April 9, 2021
Linda Hengerer is talking with Joan Lipinsky Cochran, whose Becks Ruchinsky Mysteries explore subcultures of American Judaism.
Nancy J. Cohen
April 4, 2021
Linda talks with Nancy J. Cohen, author of the Bad Hair Day cozy mystery series.
Tart Bites: Matzo Toffee Crunch
April 1, 2021
A sweet, toffee and chocolate treat for Passover, Easter, or anytime.
Mary Stewart's This Rough Magic
March 30, 2021
Linda Hengerer and Suzanne Fox talk about This Rough Magic, how she uses a dolphin as both needing rescue and rescuer, and plays characters off each other who are at the beginning and end of their career.
Tart Bites: PB & OMG!
March 24, 2021
A crunchy, chocolatey, peanut buttery treat!
Mary Stewart's Nine Coaches Waiting
March 22, 2021
In this episode of Tart Words, Suzanne Fox and Linda Hengerer are discussing Mary Stewart’s book Nine Coaches Waiting and how she develops her characters and uses genre. It was first published in 1958 by Hodder & Stought…
Annette Dashofy
March 21, 2021
Annette Dashofy is the USA Today best-selling author of the multi–Agatha Award-nominated Zoe Chambers mystery series about a paramedic and deputy coroner in rural Pennsylvania’s tight-knit Vance Township. Her latest relea…
Tart Bites: Chocolate Dulce de Leche Crispie Treats
March 18, 2021
When you want sweet, chocolatey crunch for an afternoon - or any time - treat.
Mary Stewart's Wildfire at Midnight
March 17, 2021
In this episode of Tart Words, we’re discussing Mary Stewart’s book Wildfire at Midnight and how she uses setting, genre, and plot in this story about mountain worship taken to the extreme.
Tart Bites: Pimento Cheese
March 11, 2021
When a sweet treat isn't what you're craving, try this recipe for savory Pimento Cheese.