Author Express podcast

Author Express

This is your place to hear the voice behind the pages of your favorite books. Here you’ll get a feel for the person who spent hours, weeks, months, and even years to fill the pages and build a world where you can not only use yourself but possibly find yourself as well. Our gift is a glance at the human side of writing; perhaps a morsel from the author’s childhood, insight on the character to which they are most attached, or a little on the passion that fueled the topics in the book. It’s your chance to get to know some of your favorite writers in a new light. We’ll give you a quick glimpse into their latest work and pique your interest in your next read, but we’ll also let you get to know a little about the authors themselves. As you’ll see in our episodes, we end up in some great conversations, whether they are about the historical significance of a topic, a laugh around chasing cows in the mud, or a few moments musing on travel and the best parts about visiting France. It is our goal to connect you with authors from varying genres and styles of writing and to keep in concert with our title by keeping them “Express” so you can easily work them into your weekly routine. This show is co-hosted by Kathleen Basi, Kristi Leonard, and Shawna Rodrigues. Kathleen Basi is a musical composer and songwriter, feature writer, essayist, nonfiction author, and of course, storyteller. Kristi Leonard is the owner and host of Writers in the Wild Retreats, nonfiction voice over artist, and president of the Women's Fiction Writers Association (WFWA). Shawna Rodrigues is a Podcast Strategist, Founder of Authentic Connections Podcast Network, Host of The Grit Show www.thegritshow.com, and Internationally Best-Selling Author.

This is your place to hear the voice behind the pages of your favorite books. Here you’ll get a feel for the person who spent hours, weeks, months, and even years to fill the pages and build a world where you can not only use yourself but possibly find yourself as well. Our gift is a glance at the human side of writing; perhaps a morsel from the author’s childhood, insight on the character to which they are most attached, or a little on the passion that fueled the topics in the book. It’s your chance to get to know some of your favorite writers in a new light. We’ll give you a quick glimpse into their latest work and pique your interest in your next read, but we’ll also let you get to know a little about the authors themselves. As you’ll see in our episodes, we end up in some great conversations, whether they are about the historical significance of a topic, a laugh around chasing cows in the mud, or a few moments musing on travel and the best parts about visiting France. It is our goal to connect you with authors from varying genres and styles of writing and to keep in concert with our title by keeping them “Express” so you can easily work them into your weekly routine. This show is co-hosted by Kathleen Basi, Kristi Leonard, and Shawna Rodrigues. Kathleen Basi is a musical composer and songwriter, feature writer, essayist, nonfiction author, and of course, storyteller. Kristi Leonard is the owner and host of Writers in the Wild Retreats, nonfiction voice over artist, and president of the Women's Fiction Writers Association (WFWA). Shawna Rodrigues is a Podcast Strategist, Founder of Authentic Connections Podcast Network, Host of The Grit Show www.thegritshow.com, and Internationally Best-Selling Author.

 

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Why Being an Author Is Like Running a Tech Startup, with Jennifer Klepper -118

Step into the world of Jennifer Klepper, the USA Today bestselling author, as she joins Ka... more

02 Apr 2025

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02 Apr 2025


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Mirror Me: Belonging & Connection in Lisa Rosenberg's Exploration of Self-Identity-117

Join us this week on Author Express as Kristi Leonard sits down with the multifaceted Lisa... more

19 Mar 2025

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19 Mar 2025


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A Creative Process on Crafting Women's Fiction and Character Development -116

Are you a fan of women's fiction that resonates deeply and moves the soul? In this captiva... more

05 Mar 2025

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05 Mar 2025


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Explore Powerful Social Issues Through Fiction with Author Paulette Stout -115

Step into the vibrant world of Paulette Stout, the award-winning author renowned for her b... more

19 Feb 2025

15 MINS

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19 Feb 2025


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Shawna Rodrigues' Top Three Books & Her Personal Revelations -114

Uncover what makes Author Express special as Shawna Rodrigues opens up about three books t... more

12 Feb 2025

17 MINS

17:01

12 Feb 2025


#116

Valentine’s Reads and Second Chances: a Look at "Considering Us" -113

Join us on this episode of Author Express as we chat with Jenn Bouchard, the acclaimed aut... more

05 Feb 2025

14 MINS

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05 Feb 2025


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How Kerry Chaput Reminds us that Life is Magic with her Historical Fiction -112

In this engaging episode of Author Express, host Shawna Rodrigues chats with the talented ... more

29 Jan 2025

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29 Jan 2025


#114

Debut Thriller with a Love Story Wrapped inside Redefines Historical Fiction -111

Author Express brings you an intriguing conversation with Kay Smith-Blum, an Austin-born, ... more

22 Jan 2025

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22 Jan 2025


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Behind the Pages: Sharon M. Peterson on Her Creative Writing World -110

In this engaging episode of Author Express, Kathleen Basi hosts Sharon M. Peterson, whose ... more

15 Jan 2025

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14:52

15 Jan 2025


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New Year. New You! Inspiration from the Me List; 2025's Perfect Fiction Novel -109

Join Shawna Rodrigues on Author Express as she welcomes Julee Balko, a talented writer who... more

08 Jan 2025

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08 Jan 2025


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BEST OF AUTHOR EXRESS - The Southern Roots this Author Admits Provoke Her Soulful Writing Career -10...

Join host Kristi Leonard as we revisit her interview from earlier this year with the talen... more

01 Jan 2025

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01 Jan 2025


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BEST OF Author Express - Kimberly Nixon Explains Why There is More to the Story -107

Celebrate the magic of storytelling in this holiday episode of Author Express as host Kath... more

25 Dec 2024

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25 Dec 2024


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How to Defy Genres: Lyn Liao Butler Knows her Voice from Thrillers to Sweet Rom Coms -106

In this episode of Author Express, Shawna Rodrigues chats with Lyn Liao Butler, a Taiwanes... more

18 Dec 2024

16 MINS

16:06

18 Dec 2024


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The Dual Timelines & Unique Perspectives of Lisa Montanaro’s Debut Novel -105

Author Express presents Lisa Montanaro, an Italian American writer with a compelling journ... more

11 Dec 2024

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16:29

11 Dec 2024


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Celebrating Two Years: Hosts Reflect on Best Episodes and Books -104

Meet the voices behind the Author Express Podcast as they mark a milestone—two years of sh... more

04 Dec 2024

17 MINS

17:52

04 Dec 2024


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Jen Sinclair Unveils Her Debut Novel on Author Express -103

In this uplifting episode of "Author Express," Kristi Leonard interviews Jen Sinclair, the... more

27 Nov 2024

15 MINS

15:16

27 Nov 2024


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Unveiling Family Dynamics in the Digital Age with Erin Quinn-Kong -102

On today’s episode we get to chat with Erin Quinn-Kong, a longtime magazine editor who sta... more

20 Nov 2024

15 MINS

15:01

20 Nov 2024


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Exploring Little Avalanches: Becky Ellis on Writing, Trauma, and Healing - 101

In this heartwarming episode of Author Express, join host Shawna Rodrigues as she sits dow... more

13 Nov 2024

17 MINS

17:04

13 Nov 2024


#103

Tiffany Yates Martin on How to Create a Delightful Writing Career - 100

Tiffany Yates Martin started in the publishing industry in her twenties as a copy editor f... more

06 Nov 2024

17 MINS

17:06

06 Nov 2024


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Fire Eating, Friendship, and Female Empowerment With Cherie Dawn Haas -99

Curious about the life experiences that fuel a writer's imagination? In today's episode of... more

30 Oct 2024

13 MINS

13:53

30 Oct 2024


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Anything is Possible When You Release the Reins with Author Catherine Matthews -98

On today’s episode, we will be chatting with Catherine Matthews, a Women’s Fiction author ... more

23 Oct 2024

16 MINS

16:50

23 Oct 2024