Coffee Time with Author, Michael Sanchez

Murder in Monte Carlo

Kathryn Lane writes mystery and suspense novels usually set in foreign countries. In her award-winning Nikki Garcia Mystery Series, her protagonist is a private investigator based in Miami who travels extensively to investigate crime cases. Her latest novel, Murder in Monte Carlo, is set in Italy and Monaco.
Her stand-alone novel, Stolen Diary, is an award-winning coming-of-age novel about Jasmin, a socially awkward math genius.
Kathryn’s short story collection, Backyard Volcano and Other Mysteries of the Heart, is also an award-winner. It relates stories set in Texas, New Mexico, and Mexico.
Kathryn and her husband, Bob Hurt, reside in Texas. They often travel for Kathryn to gather information and to do research for her novels.

Q & A on previous episodes.

Previous guest such as Katherine Bailey and Gary Parker have fascinating writing backgrounds and they provide great insite on story telling, writing style, etc. This will be a great opportunity for the audience to ask questions about these two writers and thier work.  

The Playbook: A Novel

A guitarist, a philosopher, and a natural-born leader with a ponytail walk onto a football field.
In the heart of a small mountain town where football reigns supreme and tradition casts long shadows, Ms. Chelsea Deal defies the norm. Amid the echoes of clashing helmets and the roar of a crowd, Chelsea, a former big-city lawyer now cast as the interim head coach for the undefeated Rabon Knights, becomes the unexpected mentor for two young players whose dreams echo her own. Palmer, a reclusive teenager brimming with untapped talent, and Ty, an old soul fighting the gravest of battles, join forces with Chelsea to overcome their differences and fight for a championship.
As the season unfolds, so do the lives of these characters as each one strives to defeat personal challenges. Chelsea, with her keen instincts and generous spirit, seeks to rewrite the rules in a town slow to accept her. Palmer, elusive and insecure, navigates the pain of a dysfunctional family and the pull of interests beyond football. And Ty, the quarterback whose bright future is threatened by a deadly adversary, searches for strength in the power of unlikely friendships.
From the smoky aroma of Southern barbecue to the indomitable spirit of a team that refuses to yield, The Playbook captures the essence of what it means to fight for every inch, every down, every dream. as a team. This story reminds us of the possibilities when we allow our instincts to take charge-when the game is no longer just a game, but a catalyst for life-altering experiences.
Join us on the field and beyond, as Chelsea, Palmer, and Ty show us that sometimes, the most profound victories don't come with a score. Sometimes, when we break through our defenses, both literal and metaphorical, we find glory in unexpected places. And, sometimes, the games aren't just played, but felt, and the characters aren't just written, but lived.

NEMESIS: LIFE IS BUT A BAD DREAM

Nemesis is an utterly immersive twist of fact and fiction. Memphis, Tennessee has risen to become the city known for the most crime in the United States. A community that once thrived has succumbed to widespread fear. Fueled by rising anger, many residents unite through social media in protest against the relentless waves of shootings, thefts, and assaults.
Frustrated by the lack of answers and support from City Officials, concerned citizens are met only with bureaucratic indifference. Residents are faced with the stark reality of an overburdened justice system where jails are bursting at the seams, ejecting offenders back onto the streets within hours of arrest, courtesy of the flawed administrative policies. United by a common determination, a group of friends converge to form the Blues City Vigilantes—a modern-day band of Robin Hood Crusaders.
Amidst horrific circumstances, Dr. Jorge Jefferson, a brilliant Neuropsychologist from River City NeuroCognition Clinic, unearths the roots of the barbaric criminal behavior. In a gripping turn of events, the Blues City Vigilantes take control, unleashing justice to cleanse the streets of merciless thugs.

How do stories impact out lives?

How do stories impact our lives? Who do they have that affect on us?

Testing after the storm!

Hurricane Helene cost significant damage to several States. Communication was down as well due to down wires, which cost my podcast to be down for twelve (12) days, but it is finally back up, and now I will test to make sure all is well.

The Jersey Death Squad

This is a story about four friends who grew up together in rural northern New Jersey. The four are close enough to be brothers- chosen family- whose loyalty and love for one another becomes a powerful force in their lives growing up. But when the boys witness a tragic accident befall a local police officer, they are severely impacted, especially upon learning the full extent of the injury. As the boys witness the impact of the tragedy on their friend's wife and family, they create a pact: if any one of the boys should ever become a mental or physical burden to their friends or family, the remaining friends need to end their life. Decades later, once the boys grow up to be men, they are devastated to learn that due to a horrible accident, one of them meets the condition they had described in the pact. The remaining friends connect with one another and set off on a journey to get to their soul brother to fulfill their fateful obligation. A compelling, frequently funny story about reconnection, friendship, and love that asks the question....?? can the boys fulfill the pact and murder their friend this many years later and with so much to lose? ??

Q & A

Questions on topics from previous shows.

Blossoming: Becoming a Woman:

About the author
Victoria J. Mondloch, M.D. is a recently retired physician from Waukesha, Wisconsin. President and Founder of Victoria J. Mondloch, MD, SC., she was also the Medical Director of Wisconsin Stem Cell LLC. With over 35 years of experience, she specialized in women’s health, family medicine, and preventative health & wellness. Dr. Mondloch earned her medical degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin. Her approach was to educate and empower her patients to better understand their bodies and maintain healthy lifestyle habits. Dr. Mondloch specialized in bio-identical hormone counseling for women AND men.
Recognized as an NAPW VIP Woman of the Year by the National Association of Professional Women and Medical Director of the year 2020 by IAOTP as well as IAOTP Most Empowered Female Physician of 2022 and Lifetime Achievement 2023.
 

A Life Given to Me

What did detectives find in Catherine’s childhood home? Who is the monstrous predator her birth mother harbored? How long can family secrets stay buried? What is life like growing up a statistic in a world full of abused children? My name is Catherine Mellen and this is my continuing life story.