Write On Four Corners

Missouri author Kim Quertz will be hosting a writing workshop June 12 at 4:40 pm at Quill & Quest Bookstore. On this week’s episode, Kim discusses the workshop and her writing journey. Learn more at https://www.kswuertz.com/

Karen McCoy returns to the show this week to discuss the audiobook creation of her middle grade novel, “The Etiquette of Voles.” The discusses the production process and lessons learned along the way. Learn more at https://www.karenbmccoy.com/

Durango, CO author Scott Graham returns to the show this week to talk about his newest book, “Great Sand Dunes Massacre,” the tenth book in his Nation Parks Mystery series. Learn more at https://www.scottfranklingraham.com/

Author Tim Weed joins the show again to talk about his upcoming sophomore novel, “The Gatepost,” the story of a woman’s journey to discover the truth behind her father’s disappearance. Tim discusses his inspirations for the story, research methods, and writing process in this episode. Learn more at https://timweed.net/

Laura Paskus, editor of “Water Bodies: Love Letters to the Most Abundant Substance on Earth,” joins the show this week to talk about the process of working with contributing authors and of her inspiration for exploring personal connections to water. Learn more at https://www.laurapaskus.com/

Author and entrepreneur Sean Gerrity joins the show this week to talk about his new book, “Wild on Purpose: The American Prairie Story and the Art of Thinking Bigger.” The book chronicles not only the efforts the built American Prairie, but how Gerrity’s life experiences led him to the project and the perspective that has served him throughout his life and career. Learn more at https://www.theanswersareouttherepodcast.net/

Author, public historian, and tour guide in Santa Fe Garrett Peck joins the show this week to discuss his new book, “Bright Edges of the World: Willa Cather and her Archbishop.” Peck’s research into Cather’s travels to the Southwest gives context and insight in how “Death Comes for the Archbishop” came to be. Learn more at https://www.garrettpeck.com/

Colorado author Mark Stevens joins the podcast this week to talk about his new release, “Two Truths and a Lie,” the second book in his Flynn Martin thriller series, which debuted with “No Lie Lasts Forever.” Stevens will also be in the Farmington area May 2 to speak at Quill & Quest Bookstore about taking a long view of a publishing career. The event is free and open to the public. Learn more at https://www.writermarkstevens.com/

Returning to the show this week is author Paul Semendinger, discussing the first book in his series about West Point graduates who fought at Gettysburg. The book, “West Point at Gettysburg - Volume 1: A to G,” details each soldier’s history and contributions to the battle. Learn more at https://drpaulsem.com/

Utah author Monté Hill joins the show this week to discuss her debut novel, “Catbird Winter,” a historical fiction story set in the time of World War I in North Carolina. Monté discusses her inspiration for the story and the editing process that brought it to its current form. Learn more at https://montehillauthor.com/

Fiction writer and educator Kim Henderson joins the show this week to discuss writing short fiction and her experience contributing to the “Fou Corners Voices: Volume 2” anthology. She will also be part of an event at Quill & Quest Bookstore in Farmington March 28 at 3:30 pm focused on the anthology. Learn more at https://kimnhenderson.com/

Colorado author Skye Griffith joins the show this week to discuss her debut novel, “Bone Hash,” and how she balance mystery and suspense with cultural and historical research. Learn more at https://skyegriffith.com/

Canadian author and cartoonist Pierre C. Arseneault joins the show this week to discuss his novel, “Something Happened in Carlton,” recently published by NM press Artemesia Publishing. The residents of a quiet town, used to nothing ever happening, find their peace upended by a series of out-of-the-ordinary events. Learn more at https://www.pcatoons.com/pca_writer.html

New Mexico author Dodici Azpadu joins the show this week to discuss her book “Dead of Winter” and the intersecting themes that drive her main character to make choices and take actions that push readers to think about their own beliefs and choices.

Returning to the show this week is W. Michael Farmer, adding to his work chronicling the lives of significant Natie American figured in New Mexico history with his new book, “The Apache Kid: Army Apache Scout.” Learn more at https://wmichaelfarmer.com/

Utah author Melisaa Bowersock joins the show this week to talk about her book .“Missing Walk.” Set in New Mexico, the disappearance of a woman highlights the complexities of investigations into Missing and Murdered Indigenous People cases. Learn more at https://www.newmoonrising.net/

New Mexico author Donald Mengay joins the show this week to talk about his book, “Bare Life,” and how history and his personal experiences have shaped his writing interests and the stories he wants to share with others. Learn more at https://www.donaldmengay.com/

New Mexico author Mike Avery blends his real-life experience working within the justice system with fictional storytelling. He shares about his experience writing “Mama’s Boy” this week on the show. Learn more at https://www.michaelavery.work/

Having grown up in New Mexico, Kathleen M. Rodgers leaned on childhood memories to create the setting for her new book out from UNM Press, “The Llano County Mermaid Club.” The family drama moved back in forth through time to show the consequences choices have on loved ones. Learn more at https://kathleenmrodgers.com/

Author and activist Rick Bass joins the show this week to talk about his new book out form UNM Press, “Wrecking Ball: Race, Friendship, God, and Football.” The details his year spent with a semi-pro football team in Texas and what he learned from the experience. Learn more at https://www.rickbass.net/

Colorado author Bob Seay joins the show this week to talk abut his book, “The Bookseller’s Son,” and the complexities of book banning. Learn more at https://bobseay.com/

Bloomfield, NM author Matthew Alexander joins the show this week to talk about his debut novel, “Blood Moon Rising,” and the current challenges of entering the publishing industry. Learn more at https://authormatthewalexander.com/

Rena Sapon-White and Ella Schaefer, co-authors of “The Christmas Pic,” a finalist in the New Mexico Books Awards this year, join the show this week to talk about how the book originally formed as a script but settled into exactly what it needed to be as a novel. Learn more at https://www.smokeshow-entertainment.com/

New Mexico author and librarian Susan Metallow joins the show this week to talk about his debut novel, “Reasons to Hate Me,” a young adult novel that follows an autistic teen girl as she navigates the social complexities of relationships and coming to know one’s self. Learn more at https://susanmetallo.com/

New Mexico writer and professor of evolutionary genetics at the University of Texas at El Paso, Eli Greenbaum, joins the show this week to talk about his new book out from UNM Press, “Venomous River.” The book details a research expedition to the Congo and the challenges faces and discoveries made during the trip. Learn more at https://www.utep.edu/science/eligreenbaum/

Former resident of the Four Corners, Kale Niles joins the show this week to talk about her new book, set in Taos, “The Last Hanging of Angel Martinez.” The book delves into the effects of generational trauma while exploring the cultural and social complexities of the region. Learn more at https://kateniles.com/

New Mexico author Philip Conners joins the show this week to talk about his book, “The Mountain Knows the Mountain: A Fire Watch Diary,” a record of his experience during one of many seasons he has spent as a fire watcher in the Gila Wilderness. Learn more at http://www.philipconnors.com/

Arizona author C.C. Harrison joins the show this week to talk about her mystery/suspense novel, “Death by G-String.” A small mountain town is disrupted by murder and Viva Winter finds herself in the middle of the investigation and the danger it brings. Learn more at https://ccharrison-author.com/

Author Danica Nava joins the show this week to talk about her new book “The Truth According to Ember,” a rom-com featuring an indigenous heroine trying to navigate the adult world after bending the truth about her qualifications for her new job. Learn more at https://www.instagram.com/p/DPy2roKkXwz/

Author/illustrator Zahra Marwan, who was born in Kuwait and is currently living in New Mexico, joins the show this week to talk about her upcoming visit to Farmington as part of the New Mexico Writers “Rising Writers” series. She will be at Quill & Quest Bookstore Oct. 23 at 4 pm to discuss her publishing journey and answer questions from attendees. Learn more at https://zahramarwan.com/ or https://nmwriters.org/rising-writers/

Suzanne Stauffer, an author who recently moved to New Mexico, talks about her new book, “Fried Chicken Castaneda,” which follows a young Midwestern woman experiencing the Southwest for the first time in her quest to become a Harvey Company courier. The book recently won the New Mexico Book Award for Cozy Mystery and was third place in the CIPA EVVY Awards. Learn more at https://couriersseries1926.blogspot.com/

Originally from Ireland and England, poet Jane Bauer now lives in New Mexico with her family and her debut book of poetry, “Eve: A River Flowing,” captures her impressions of live, nature, and the current turmoil being experienced throughout the world. Learn more at https://www.janebauer.com/

Recent keynote speaker at the Mesa Verde Literary Festival Time Weed joins the show this week to talk about his newest novel, “The Afterlife Project.” The book’s character face what might be the end of humanity on Earth, but are determined to make every attempt to survive—including time travel and other harrowing adventures. Learn more at https://timweed.net/

: Former Four Corners resident and librarian Karen McCoy joins the show this week to talk about her debut middle grade novel, “The Etiquette of Voles,” an adventure set in Victorian England with a mystery-solving, talking vole as the main character. Learn more at https://www.karenbmccoy.com/

Emily Jones, writer and anthropology professor at UNM, joins the show this week to talk about her debut novel, “Nahia,” which tells the story of a Mesolithic-era young woman facing drastic changes in her personal life and the larger world. Learn more at https://emilylenajones.com/

Utah writer and herpetologist Dallin Kohler joins the show this week to talk about his debut novel, “Pyro: The Quest for a Beautifully Elusive Snake.” The book recounts a two-year period spent searching for the snake and the lessons learned along the way. Learn more at https://www.torreyhouse.org/pyro

New Mexico author Khadijah VanBrakle joins the show this week to talk about her new young adult book, “My Perfect Family,” which deals with complicated family relationships, as well as cultural and faith community elements that strain bonds even further. Learn more at https://www.khadijahvanbrakle.com/

Middle grade author J.E. Thomas joins the show this week to talk about her newest middle grade novel, “The AI Incident.” The story follows a young boy in the Colorado foster care system who befriend an AI robot while on a quest to find his forever family. Learn more at https://jethomasauthor.com/

Returning guest, Jennifer Bohnhoff talks about her new book “The Famished Country,” which completes her series on three boy’s experiences during Civil War battles that took place in New Mexico. Learn more at https://jenniferbohnhoff.com/

J.M. Mitchell joins the show this week to talk about newest Jack Chastain Mystery, “Migrations of Butterflies and Lies.” The story weaves together National Parks, history, and murder, and J.M. talks about how he balanced these factors in his writing. Learn more at https://prairieplumpress.com/

Colorado author Bethany Turner returns to the show this week to talk about her newest book, “Wes and Addie Had Their Chance,” the final installment of her Adelaide Springs romantic comedy series. Meet Bethany June 19 at 1 pm at Quill & Quest for a book signing. Learn more at http://bethanyturner.com/

Arizona author Jeanne Burrows-Johnson returns to the show this week with her fourth novel in her Natalie Seachrist mystery series, “Yen for Murder.” She discusses the importance of place in writing and honoring culture and language in fiction. To learn more, visit https://www.jeanneburrows-johnsonsimaginings.com/

Returning guest Lincoln Mitchell talks about his new book, “Three Years our Mayor: George Moscone and the making of Modern San Francisco,” a biography of George Moscone and his influence on the development of the city he served. Learn more at https://lincolnmitchell.substack.com/

Retired dendrochronologist Thomas Swetnam joins the show this week to talk about his new book out from UNM Press, “The Jemez Mountains: A Cultural and Natural History.” Swetnam talks about growing up in the Jemez area and how learning about a place’s history can help you live in it more intentionally and appreciate its characteristics. Learn more at https://www.treeringscar.org/

This week’s guest author retired from Arthur Carhart National Wilderness Training Center and began volunteering at Mesa Verde National Park, which led to his writing “Mesa Verde’s Secret Garden: A History of Managing the Backcountry and Wilderness of a National Park.” Barns delves into and possible paths forward for the park in part 2 of his interview.

This week’s guest author retired from Arthur Carhart National Wilderness Training Center and began volunteering at Mesa Verde National Park, which led to his writing “Mesa Verde’s Secret Garden: A History of Managing the Backcountry and Wilderness of a National Park.” Barns delves into the history of the park’s management in part 1 of his interview.

Colorado author Katherine L. Myrick shares the story of your journey to travel the full 1,700 miles Dominquez-Escalante trail with her dog Scarlett. The adventure is chronicled in her new book, “The Adventures of Scarlett of Arboles. 250 Years Later: Photographing the Dominquez-Escalante Trail of 1776.” Myrick shares that Mary Oliver's instructions for living a life inspired her during her photography and writing journey. Learn more at https://thefifthcornerphotogallery.com/

On this week’s episode co-executive directors of Utah publishing house Torrey House Press, Kirsten Johanna Allen and Will Neville-Rehbehn, talk about the company’s 15th anniversary as well as challenges they are facing with recent funding cuts due to the wider loss of grant funding for arts and humanities organizations across the country. Learn more at https://www.torreyhouse.org/

New Mexico author Stoney Compton talks about his novel, “Whalesong,” as well as his writing process and publishing journey on this week’s show. Learn more about Stoney’s books at https://www.stoneycompton.com/

Nan Fischer joins the show this week to talk about her book, “Growing a Sensational Garden in the Southern Rocky Mountains,” a compendium of knowledge she has gained over decades of working in nurseries and farms. Learn more at https://www.nannieplants.com/

Returning to the show this week is Robert J. Skead, a New Jersey-based author published with Artemesia Publishing in New Mexico. His newest middle grade novel, “Legend of the Narwhals,” follows young Prince Asgar on a magical adventure to find his missing mother. Learn more at https://robertskead.com/

Kate Christensen, writing as Sydney Graves, joins the show this week to talk about her book, “The Arizona Tringle.” Exploring a genre outside of her usual literary fiction, Christensen explores the intersecting impacts of family, trauma, and identity in this mystery thriller. Learn more at https://katechristensen.net/

Recently relocated to Farmington, author Nyajuok Doluony joins the show this week to talk about her memoir, “I am my Mother’s Wildest Dream.” She shares the challenges she faced standing up against cultural norms, family expectations, and mental health crises. Learn more at https://www.iamnyatongyik.com/

Write On Four Corners with DelSheree Gladden: Interview with Cynthia Sylvester and Byron Aspaas

Write On Four Corners with DelSheree Gladden: Interview with Sage Vogel

Returning to the show this week to talk about her upcoming middle grade verse novel is Albuquerque author Caroline Starr Rose. “The Burning Season” tells the story of 12-year-old Opal as she begins fire lookout training and has to face her biggest fear. Learn more at https://carolinestarrrose.com/

Mark Edward Langley, who splits his time between New Mexico and Indiana, joins the show this week to talk about the third book in his Aurthur Nakai mystery/thriller series, “When Silence Screams,” as well as a new series he is working on. Learn more at https://markedwardlangley.com/

Owners of Quill & Quest Bookstore, which recently opened in Farmington, NM, join the show this week to talk about the opening of the store and their plans for its future. Quill & Quest is located at 218 W. Main St., in Farmington and online at https://shopquillandquest.com/

Arizona-based author Susan Cummins Miller joins the show this week to talk about her newly release historical mystery, “My Bonney Lies Under,” the story of 14-year-old Keridec Rees trying to survive multiple assassination attempts on her trip home from San Francisco. Learn more at http://susancumminsmiller.com/

New Mexico author Paper Robin joins the show this week to talk about her debut fantasy novel, “Knowhere.” The first of a four-book series introduces readers to a realm of magic and secrets.

Utah author Kase Johnstun joins the show this week to talk about his book, “Cast Away,” the story of two immigrants trying to navigate a foreign culture decades apart but learning similar lessons about family, love, and survival. Learn more at https://kasejohnstun.com/

Mary Kendall joins the show again to talk about her newly released historical novels, “The Spinster’s Fortune” and “The Accidental Heiress.” The characters in each book face the revelations of family secrets that have lasting impacts on everyone involved. Learn more at https://www.marykendallauthor.com/

Write On Four Corners with DelSheree Gladden: Interview with Traci Hales/San Juan Writers

Senior editor and owner of Artemesia Publishing, based in Albuquerque, talks about the publication of San Juan College theaters students’ plays as well as insights into today’s publishing environment in this episode. Learn more about Artemesia Publishing at https://www.apbooks.net

Intro to Theater students Mariah Romero and Maggie Clark join the show this week to talk about the plays they wrote in class and will produce on December 13th at the Connie Gotsch Theater

Intro to Theater students Tristianne Dorenkamp and Rachael Culpepper join the show this week to talk about the plays they wrote in class and will produce on December 13th at the Connie Gotsch Theater.

Write On Four Corners with DelSheree Gladden: Interview with Toni Bellon

Write On Four Corners with DelSheree Gladden: Interview with Zak Podmore

Albuquerque-based author Gerold Yonas joins the show again this week to talk about the second book in his Project Z Series, “The Dragon’s Brain,” which delves into the technological advances that can both help and harm humans. Learn more about Yonas's writing at https://sdiguy.blog. 

Albuquerque-based author Caroline Starr Rose joins the show this week to talk about her middle grade novel, “Miraculous,” the story of young Jack as he learns difficult lessons about who to trust and how to face challenging fears. Learn more about Rose’s books at https://carolinestarrrose.com/

Mary Kendall joins the show this week to talk about her new book, “Bottled Secrets of Rosewood.” Kendall shares with readers the importance of setting and how she blended elements of her personal experiences with the fiction life of her characters. Learn more about Kendall’s books at https://www.marykendallauthor.com/

Michael Farmer returns to the chose to discuss the second book in his two-part series on the history of Chato, “Proud Outcast,” which chronicles the second half of the warrior’s life, most of which was spent as a prisoner of war.

Wayne Wilson returns to the show this week to talk about his newest book, “One Shining Soul.” The story of Olisa’s unique gifts encourages readers to consider their own spiritual beliefs and potential reactions to unusual events. Learn more about Wilson's books at https://www.wlwilson.com/

San Juan College research librarian and historical author Jennifer Goodland joins the show this week to talk about her newest historical nonfiction narrative, “Daniel Lee and the Idiot Who Saved America.”

Cortez, Colorado author Bethany Turner returns to the show to talk about her newest romantic comedy, “Cole and Laila are Just Friends.” This is the second book in the Adelaide Springs series, and Bethany talk about her writing process and character development. Learn more about her writing at https://seebethanywrite.com/

Santa Fe poet Carol Moldaw joins the show this week to talk about her newest poetry collection, “Go Figure,” which deals with how our experiences shape out perspective and pushes readers to draw their own conclusions. Learn more about Moldaw's work at https://www.carolmoldaw.com/

Write On Four Corners with DelSheree Gladden: Interview with Oscar Hokeah

Returning author Charlene Bell Dietz is on the show this week to discuss her newest book, a historical account of the life of Margaret Brent, a bold woman who fought for rights in the new world. Learn more about Dietz’s writing at https://inkydancestudios.com/

Kevin Honold discusses his newest book, “Our Lady of Good Voyage,” a tale of two young men on a mysterious and difficult to explain journey on this week’s episode.

Christine H Bailey joins the show this week to talk about her young adult mystery novel, “Burning Little Lies,” and how she develops her characters and builds a compelling mystery. 

New Mexico author Lynn Doxon talks about her newest books, “Moonlight Calvary,” the second book in her Becoming the Greatest Generation Series, set in the Pacific Theater of World War Two. Learn more about Doxon’s books at https://lynndoxon.com/

Former Albuquerque poet laureate Mary Oishi talks about how poetry can help people better understand themselves and each other, especially in challenging times. Her poetry collection, “Sidewalk Cruiseship,” is available now through UNM Press.

Write On Four Corners with DelSheree Gladden: Interview with David Meischen

Write On Four Corners with DelSheree Gladden: Interview with Paul Semendinger

Write On Four Corners with DelSheree Gladden: Interview with Jack McElroy

Write On Four Corners with DelSheree Gladden: Interview with Wayne Wilson

The National Park Mystery Series continues with book 9, “Death Valley Duel,” and Scott Graham is on the show this week to talk about the new book and how he blends environmental concerns with ultra trail running races. Learn more about Graham's books at https://www.scottfranklingraham.com/ 

Jennifer Bohnhoff returns to the show to talk about the second book in her middle grade historical fiction series, “The Worst Enemy,” which takes a trio of boys through the perils of Civil War-era battles. Learn more about Bohnhoff’s writing at https://jenniferbohnhoff.com 

Write On Four Corners with DelSheree Gladden: Interview with Lincoln Mitchell

Historical author E. Joe Brown discusses his newest novel, “A Cowboy’s Fortune,” on the show this week. This is the second of a planned five books in the Kelly Can Saga. Learn more about Brown's books at https://ejoebrown.com/ 

Write On Four Corners with DelSheree Gladden: Interview with Robert Skead

Deborah Jackson Taffa joins the show this week to discuss her debut memoir, “Whiskey Tender,” which shares her coming-of-age story as a young Indigenous woman growing up in Farmington in the 70s and 80s. Learn more about Taffa's work at https://deborahtaffa.com/. 

Children’s book author Sue Houser joins the show this week to talk about blending fact with fiction in her new middle grade historical fiction novel, “Walter Steps up to the Plate.” Learn more about Houser's books at suehouser.com

Daniel Burke joins the show this week to talk about his newest novel, “Red Screen,” a mixture of virtual gaming and an investigation into a serial killer.

W. Michael Farmer returns to the show to discuss his newest historical novel, Desperate Warrior,” which blends fact and fiction to tell the story of Chato, segundo to Geronimo until they became enemies.

Utah writer Karin Anderson joins the show this week to talk about her novel, “What Falls Away,” the deeply moving story of a pregnant teen cast out of her community by religious leaders who returns 40 years later to care for her sick mother.

Write On Four Corners with DelSheree Gladden: Interview with Audrey Birnbaum

This week’s show continues the interview with Author Karen Cogan and her editor Marina Ferrari as we discuss the partnership of writer and editor as well as Cogan’s contemporary Christian romance novel, “Made for Each Other.”

Author Karen Cogan and her editor Marina Ferrari join the show this week to discuss the partnership of writer and editor as well as Cogan’s contemporary Christian romance novel ,“Made for Each Other.

Kevin T Jones novel, “A Quick Trip to Moab,” tackles timely topics of who does and should manage land and resources while creating an engaging story of what happens when a regular citizen gets dragged into a protest that’s gotten out of hand

Stacie Shannon Denetsosie joins the show this week to discuss his debut publication ,“The Missing Morningstar and Other Short Stories,” a though-provoking collection of short stories that highlight cultural and social issues in the Southwest

Cortez, Colorado-based writer Lisa C. Taylor joins the show this week to talk about her most recent book of poetry, “Interrogation of Morning,” as well as an upcoming novel recently signed to a publisher

This week, Scott Archer Jones joins the show to discuss his novel, “And Throw Away the Skins,” a story that deal with trauma and redemption

Colorado author Laura Pritchett talks about her upcoming book from Torrey House Press, “Playing with (wild)fire,” on this week’s episode, diving into experimental writing forms and how to create diverse characters

Utah-based author Marie Stewart joins the show this week to talk about her debut novel, “Finding the Strength to Prevail.

Misty Pulsipher, author of several Austen retelling novels, joins the podcast this week to talk about her book, “Mansfield,” and the art of adapting classic literature to modern times

Patricia “Patty” Tharp, a local historian, joins the show this week to talk about “The Lost Communities of Navajo Dam,” a two-book, 4-year project that chronicles the families who here displaced due to construction of the dam

Patricia “Patty” Tharp, local historian, joins the show this week to talk about “The Lost Communities of Navajo Dam,” a two-book, 4-year project that chronicles the families who here displaced due to construction of the dam

Albuquerque-based poet Andrea Penner joins the show this week to talk about her book of poetry, “Rabbit Sun Lotus Moon,” as well as her inspiration for her writing

Write On Four Corners with DelSheree Gladden: Interview with Betsy Gaines Quammen

Catherine Young shares stories and experiences form her childhood in Pennsylvania’s Lackawanna Valley this week as she talks about her new memoir, “Black Diamonds.”

Co-director of the Telluride Institute’s Talking Gourds poetry project Art Goodtimes visit the show this week to talk about the project and his current work and performances

Neill McKee returns to the show this week to talk about his new memoir, “MyUniversity of the World,” which details his entry into filmmaking and his travels around theworld.

Prolific poet Miriam Sagan returns to the show to talk about her two newest poetry compilations, “Border Line,” and “Castaway.”

Farmington-area writer Phil Schatzman joins the show this week to discuss his firstbook, “River Guide,” his approach to writing, and his upcoming project

Angela Watkins, Aztec Public Library director, joins the show this week to discuss her recent award and the water-related educational project she participated in.

High school English teacher Nick Michael joins the show this week to talk about the increase in banned books over the last few years in the United States and how that impacts learning and society

Historical nonfiction author Jerry Davis joins the show to talk about his new book,“Under the Pinon Tree,” a history of the people and places of Catron County.

San Juan Historical Society member Catherine David joins the show this week to talk about the book’s she’s written on behalf of the society as well as to share more about what the society does to preserve the history of San Juan County

Richard Melzer is best known for his historical nonfiction writing, but he stepped into a new role in his biography of NFL play Don Perkins. He's on the show this week to talk about that book, "Don Perkins: A Champion's Life."

Kirk Ellis has a long history with writing and film and he shares his insights into the creators of the film Ride Lonesome in his book of the same name on this week's episode.

Short fiction expert and Executive Direction of National Novel Writing Month Grant Faulkner is on the show this week to talk about his newest book, "The Art of Brevity."

Debut author Chris Rugeley visits the show to talk about his upcoming book, "Take Creek, For Example," a literary fiction novel that explores the insular life of art school students.

Write On Four Corners with DelSheree Gladden: Interview with Ricardo Victoria

Write On Four Corners with DelSheree Gladden: Interview with Dr. Gerold Yonas

The incredible life history of Yankees baseball player Roy White is documented in "Roy White: From the Compton to the Bronx." Paul Semendinger joins the show to talk about his experience working with Roy White to write the book

AJ Odasso makes a second appearance on the show to talk about her debut novel, "The Pursued and the Pursuing," which begins as an alternate ending to "The Great Gatsby," and takes a Nick and Jay on an expected life journey.

Vicky Ramakka returns to the show to talk about her second book,"The Pearl Plot," and her first book, "The Cactus Plot," being made into an audiobook.

Amy's Bookcase is once again hosting the Where are the Totally Ninja Raccoons scavenger hunt in Farmington. Amy joins the show to tell listeners about the hunt and the history of the event.

Diaz's upcoming young adult novel, "Farewell Cuba, Mi Isla," tells the story of two girls separated by the political upheaval of Cuba in the 1960s. Diaz talks about her writing process and personal connection to the story this week.

Suspense writer Donnell Ann Bell returns to the show to discuss her newest book, "Until Dead," and the complex case the task force is pulled into after a bombing in Denver.

Because his book, "Story and Structure," was so extensive, Leon Conrad returns to the show to dig a little bit more into the important role of structure in writing.

Debut author Elizabeth Gallegos joins the show this week to talk about her first novel, "The Golden Mountain: a Complete Tale of the Seven Dwarves."

Ashley Biggers is talking travel destinations in Albuquerque on this week's episode of Write On Four Corners, highlighting her two newest travel books.

 Daniel Asa Rose joins Write On Four Corners this week to talk about his memoir, "Truth or Consequences," and the life-changing events it chronicles.

Prolific Colorado Poet Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer shares poems from her newest book of poetry, "All the Honey," on this week's episode of Write on Four Corners.

Samuel Galbraith, a 16-year-old poet from Albuquerque, joins Write On Four Corners to discuss his debut book of poetry, "Mismatched Perceptions."

Former New York Times journalists, Deborah and Ralph Blumenthal join the show to discuss their first joint project, the nonfiction children's book, "UFOhs!"

Charlene Bell Dietz's "Flapper" series was influenced by personal experiences with family and career, and she discusses how she blended those with fiction in this week's episode

Leon Conrad, UK writer, editor, and communication consultant, discusses a unique approach to analyzing story structure in his new book, "Story and Structure."

Karen Ashcraft joins the show this week to discuss her new book, "Wronged and Dangerous," which dissects viral masculinity and the populist pandemic.

Historical author Alix Christie talks about how her family history drew her to the story of Angus McDonald and Catherine Baptiste, which is featured in her new book, "The Shining Mountains."

Cynthia Sylvestor joins the show to discuss her debut book, "The Half-White Album," and how her life's journey influenced her writing.

Knitter and poet Megan Baldrige joins the show this week to talk about her two newest books of poetry, "Still Life with Knitting," and "Cultivating Weeds."

C.W. Smith joins the show this week to talk about the inspirations behind his newest historical novel, "Girl Flees Circus."

Award-winning author, Marcia Rosen, joins the show this week to talk about "Murder at the Zoo." This cozy mystery is the first book in a new series for Rosen.

Rebecca Weber is on the show this week to talk about her debut novel, "The Painter's Butterfly," a middle-grade novel about a young foster child adjusting to her new home and getting a little help from magic ease.

Scott Graham returns to the show to talk about his newest book, "Saguaro Sanction," the eighth book in the National Park Mystery series.

Novelist, playwright, and filmmaker Brit Ward discuss his novel "Piggy," his experience writing and directing plays with Theater Ensemble Arts, and his recent filmmaking projects.

Award-winning author Marty Eberhardt joins the show this week to discuss her newest cozy mystery book, "Bones in the Back Forty," the second book in the Bea Rivers Mystery series. 

Award-winning author Shannon Baker joins the show this week to talk about the newest installment in her Kate Fox mystery series, "Exit Wounds."

Summary: Debut author Orlando Davidson joins the show this week to talk about his newly released novel, "Baseline Road," a fictional story inspired by radical bombings in the early 1970s. 

Summer Macon has won multiple awards as a children's book illustrator. On this week's episode, she talks about becoming an illustrator and some of her favorite and most challenging projects.

W. Michael Farmer joins Write-On! Four Corners this week to discuss his newest historical novel, "Trini! Come!" The book tells the story of how a young girl named Trinidad Verdin survived several months as a captive of Geronimo's band before eventually escaping.

Joseph Badal, a retired Army officer and financial executive turned thriller writer, will discuss his newest novel on this week's episode of Write-On! Four Corners. "Everything to Lose," the fourth book in Badal's Lassiter/Martinez Case Files series, tells the story of a pair of serial killers terrorizing Albuquerque.  

Write On Four Corners: Stephen Steele

Gloria O'Shields, a member of San Juan Writers group, discusses their anthology, "Into the West," a collaborative effort of a Farmington writing group that has been meeting for over 20 years.  

Write On Four Corners: Margaret Cheasebro

Write On Four Corners: Jim Kristofic

Write On Four Corners: Author Gerald Arnell Williams

Write On Four Corners: Author Miriam Sagan

Today Traci Talks with Ray John de Aragon about his book and the inspiration behind it. 

Today Traci talks with author Mary Armstrong about the writings and inspirations behind her series.

Wilson’s detective series are set in Santa Fe, but are as hard-boiled as detective novels get.

Lynn took her father’s memories of WWII and fictionalized his experiences in the first of a series about a young veteran.

The Silki series are Jodi’s stories of the adventure Navajo teen Silki gets into.

Among Joe Brown’s many books, his latest is a first in series about a young cowboy who goes further in life than he ever thought he would.

This first book in a trilogy is written for Middle Graders to help them see what was happening in New Mexico during the Civil War.

Loretta tells how Wally Funk, female aviator extraordinaire, told her to write her life story.

Mark David talks about his variety of books, from fantasy to how-to books on writing.

Dr. Tafoya calls himself a comediologist, and performs stand up comedy in New Mexico. His book discusses the conventions of comedy and how the Marx brothers shattered those.

Local writer tells why he wrote this young adult novel with a bizarre setting. Great drawings by Ian Bristow.

Jack MacTaggart is back to defend a femme fatale and solve a murder.

Award winning coming of age novel with small town neighbors. You might recognize our town in these pages.