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Hill Country Authors Podcast

Hill Country Authors Podcast

By: Tom Fox
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 Welcome to the Hill Country Authors podcast. In addition to being the most beautiful and unique part of Texas, Hill Country has some of the top authors from this state. This podcast will feature the authors from and stories about the Texas Hill Country. Art Literary History & Criticism
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  • Exploring the Intersection of Texas Literature and Publicity with Marika Flatt

    Exploring the Intersection of Texas Literature and Publicity with Marika Flatt
    May 8 2025
    Welcome to a new season of the award-winning Hill Country Authors Podcast, sponsored by Stoney Creek Publishing. In this podcast, Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with authors who live in and write about the Texas Hill Country. In this episode, Tom visits Marika Flatt, owner of PR by the Book and publisher of Texas Lifestyle Magazine, to discuss her multifaceted career in book publicity and journalism. Marika shares insights about her venture, PR by the Book, which specializes in book launches and publicity for authors and publishers. Additionally, she reflects on her passion project, Texas Lifestyle Magazine, and its focus on highlighting the diverse lifestyles within Texas. Marika also delves into the history and revival of Texas Writers Month, emphasizing its importance in promoting and supporting literary talents within the state. Tune in to discover the nuances of book publicity, the significance of timely marketing strategies, and the unique blend of faith and science explored in Texas literature. Key highlights: Texas Lifestyle Magazine Texas Writers’ Month PR by the Book Promoting Books in Rural Areas Growing Up in the Hill Country Advice for Aspiring Authors Resources: Marika Flatt on Facebook Marika Flatt on Instagram Marika Flatt on YouTube Marika Flatt on X Marika Flatt on LinkedIn PR by the Book Texas Lifestyle Magazine Podcast Cover Art Nancy Huffman Fine Art Tom Fox Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn
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    29 mins
  • Unveiling Historical Fiction: Jann Alexander on ‘Unspoken’ and the Dust Bowl

    Unveiling Historical Fiction: Jann Alexander on ‘Unspoken’ and the Dust Bowl
    May 1 2025
    Welcome to a new season of the award-winning Hill Country Authors Podcast, sponsored by Stoney Creek Publishing. In this podcast, Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with authors who live in and write about the Texas Hill Country. In this episode, Tom visits with Jann Alexander, a seasoned art director turned professional writer. Jann shares insights into her journey from a 30-year career in commercial design to becoming a full-time author. She discusses her extensive research on Texas history, which inspired her new historical novel, ‘Unspoken,’ set around the 1935 Black Sunday dust storm. Jann delves into her creative process, the environmental and emotional impacts of the Dust Bowl, and how these elements shape her characters and narrative. She provides a glimpse into her book launch and how audiences can engage with her work through her blog and upcoming events. Key highlights: Jann’s Academic and Professional Background Research and Writing Process The Dust Bowl and Black Sunday Impact on Farmers and Communities Resources: Jann Alexander on LinkedIn Jann Alexander Website Pre-order Unspoken Podcast Cover Art Nancy Huffman Fine Art Tom Fox Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn
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    28 mins
  • True Crime with Robert Riggs

    True Crime with Robert Riggs
    Apr 24 2025
    Welcome to a new season of award-winning Hill Country Authors Podcast, sponsored by Stoney Creek Publishing. In this podcast, Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with authors who live in and write up the Texas Hill Country. In this episode Tom visits with Robert Riggs, a Texas native, A&M grad, journalist, author and now true crime podcaster. In this episode, Tom and Robert review his journey from a small town in Texas to his varied career, highlighting his ventures into politics, journalism, and podcasting. Riggs shares fascinating anecdotes from his professional life, including experiences with the FBI, his first-hand reporting during major conflicts, and his latest work on cold cases and true crime podcasts. Riggs also dives deep into how he leverages AI tools like ChatGPT to enhance his creative process, create compelling podcast content, and even solve complex analytical problems. Their conversation provides unique insights into the convergence of technology, storytelling, and real-world crime investigations. Key Highlights Robert Riggs' Early Life and Education Career Beginnings and Political Involvement Transition to Journalism and Broadcasting Podcasting Journey and Crime Stories Future Projects and Cold Cases Resources Texas Crime Stories on Amazon.com Freed To Kill (YouTube) True Crime Reporter Podcast Connect with Robert Riggs True Crime Reporter on Facebook Robert Riggs on LinkedIn True Crime Reporter on Instagram Nancy Huffman Fine Art Tom Fox Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn
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    35 mins

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