This week we talk to three authors whose work is featured in the new book L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future, Vol. 21. A book that is the 21st volume in the anthology series sponsored by Hubbard’s Writers of the Future program.
"Cover to Cover" Episodes
The archives of the seminal book talk show, and one of the oldest podcasts on the internet.
Cover to Cover #195: Tracy Hickman / R. A. Salvatore
This week we talk to Tracy Hickman about his new book Mystic Quest. A book that he worked on with his wife Laura. It is Book 2 of “The Bronze Canticles” series.
Next up, We talk to Bob Salvatore about his next Dark Elf book Promise of the Witch King.
Cover to Cover #194: Richard K. Morgan / Alison Baird
In the past, Richard K. Morgan has joined us to talk about every book he has written. So when his new book Woken Furies was released, we had to get him on to talk about it as well.
Next, Alison Baird joins us to talk about The Archons of the Stars, part of the “Dragon Throne” series. Fantasy, dragons, and a good story. What else could you want?
Cover to Cover #193: Kate Elliott / Elaine Isaak
First up is Kate Elliott talking about her new book In the Ruins, Book 6 in “The Crown of Stars” series. Check it out.
Next, Elaine Isaak tells us about The Singer’s Crown. This book makes Michael uncomfortable. Tune in and find out why.
Cover to Cover #192: Robert J. Sawyer / Kevin J. Anderson
Robert J. Sawyer was in town for a local convention and we got him in studio to talk about his new book Mindscan. Rob also talks to us about science and science fiction writing.
Next, Kevin J. Anderson joins us to talk about The Road To Dune. Kevin originally talked to us in our room at Dragon*Con, but Kevin and Michael found a bar later and that interview disappeared. Kevin was good enough to redo the interview from a convention in Portland.
Cover to Cover #191: Barbara Hambly / Michelle Welch
Barbara Hambly’s book Circle of the Moon is our first topic of discussion this week. An interesting tale of a world where magic has transfered from men, to women. Talk about a shift in power.
Then Michelle Welch joins us in studio to talk about Chasing Fire.
Cover to Cover #190: George R. R. Martin / Terence West
You’ve asked for it, we have been promising it, now we finally deliver! The amazing George R. R. Martin is our guest this week and he tells us about his long awaited book A Feast For Crows. He tells us what took so long, and gives us insight into the next book coming out soon.
Next up Terence West joins us to talk about Fallen Angels. A book about Area 51, alien abduction, and lots of government intrige.
Cover to Cover #189: Robert Jordan / Sheri L. McGathy
This week we have the one and only Robert Jordan on the show. Talking about his long awaited book Knife Of Dreams. It is the 11th in the “Wheel Of Time” series, and we hear that the next book will be the last. (In this series anyway.) If your a fan, this is a ‘don’t-miss’ episode.
Next up Sheri L. McGathy is telling us about The Ancient One. This E/Audio book is about gods and how they came to be.
Cover to Cover #188: Greg Keyes / Laura Anne Gilman
We love getting guests in the studio, and we especially love it when they are authors of Greg Keyes’ caliber. Greg stops in to talk to us about his upcoming book The Blood Knight. It is not out in stores yet, but we get an inside scoop on what to expect. And we get to talk about some of the authors more interesting hobbies.
Next up, Laura Anne Gilman tells us about Curse The Dark. This book is Book 2 of “The Retrievers” series.
Cover to Cover #187: David Eddings / C. E. Murphy
Bending to the requests of our listeners, we finally bring you an interview with David Eddings telling us about his new book Crystal Gorge. David Writes with his wife Lee and we get to talk about the dynamic of authors living and working in the same house.
Next up is C. E. Murphy, telling us about Urban Shaman, a book that Summer read and enjoyed.
Cover to Cover #186: Diana Gabaldon / Anna Tambour
We love our local Authors. First this week Diana Gabaldon drops by the studio to tell us about her book A Breath of Snow and Ashes.
Next up is Anna Tambour, telling us about Spotted Lily, and Monterra’s Deliciosa & Other Tales, a collection of short fiction that our own Summer enjoyed.
Cover to Cover #185: Deborah LeBlanc / Holly Lisle
First up this week we talk with Deborah LeBlanc about her book Grave Intent. Deborah is a great guest with a slightly twisted view on life.
We then talk to Holly Lisle about Talyn. Holly’s book is about two civilizations battling for dominance Technology vs. Religion. It makes for an interesting ride.
Cover to Cover #184: Sara Douglass / Maureen F. McHugh
First up is Sara Douglass telling us about Darkwitch Rising and the “Troy Game” series from her home in Australia. Listen to a top-selling fantasy writer delve into the realms she’s created.
We then talk to Maureen F. McHugh about her short story collection Mothers and Other Monsters, and her desire to jumpstart a new subclass of family-themed and mother-focused science fiction.
Cover to Cover #183: Kate Wilhelm / Gregory B. Banks
On the phone this week is Kate Wilhelm telling us about her book Storyteller: 30 years of the Clarion Writers’ Workshop. Great stories of what it is like to be part of this prestigious writing college. Not to mention the squirt guns. (You have to listen now.)
We then talk to Gregory B. Banks about his book Phoenix Tales: Stories of Death & Life. The book was reviewed by our own Joe Murphy and because of the glowing report, we had to get him on.
Cover to Cover #182: Jane Yolen / A. M. Veillon
First up is Jane Yolen and her latest book, Pay the Piper: A Rock-n-Roll Fairy Tale. She wrote it with her son Adam Stemple and we discus the wonders of teen writing.
Next up is A. M. Veillon and her book for younger readers, Shelby and the Shifting Rings. We get to delve into the writers mind for a few minutes.
















