A DROP OF THE HARD STUFF by Lawrence Block

A DROP OF THE HARD STUFF is the 17th installment of Lawrence Block’s legendary series focused on “favor do-er” and New York denizen Matthew Scudder.Like many of us, I’ve known Scudder for a long time. We first met him in THE SINS OF THE FATHERS, originally published...

Interview with a Character: James Lee Burke

When I think about my favorite literary characters, one that always leaps to the top of the list is Clete Purcel, Dave Robicheaux’s sidekick in the classic series by master storyteller James Lee Burke. I think it no exaggeration to call Mr. Burke one of the greatest...

What to Read Next

I’ve been browsing upcoming releases lately, and I’ve found some interesting titles, along with a few I’ve been lucky enough to get my hands on early (reviews of those coming soon!). In the interim, I thought it might be fun to have a list…so...

Interview with a Character: Carter Ross (Part Three)

Welcome to the final installment of interviews with Carter Ross. It’s been fantastic working with Brad Parks on this, and I’m eternally in his debt for the opportunity!Carter Ross is in the final round of the World’s Favorite Amateur Sleuth...

Interview with a Character: Carter Ross (Part Two)

Welcome to the second half of my interview with Carter Ross, investigative journalists and protagonist in Brad Parks’ latest novel, EYES OF THE INNOCENT. In addition to containing excellent insight into the mind of a reporter, the below gives a quick preview of...

Interview with a Character: Carter Ross (Part One)

Every reader has a wish …some want to meet a particular author, some want to embrace a signed first edition of a certain title, and some, like me, want the opportunity to interview favorite characters.Jen and BradI’m thrilled to share the first in what I...