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The Story Behind The Story -- Author Motivation and Story Inspiration

The Story Behind The Story -- Author Motivation and Story Inspiration

By: Sharon Anderson - Author Motivator and Literature Podcaster
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 Book reviews, author interviews, and writing tips are central to our podcast. And stories. Every author has a story to tell. What was their motivation? What is their story behind their story? Each week I conjure up a podcast to spark your interest and satisfy that eternal question: WHY? Occasionally, I’ll examine unique books, sometimes my own, or someone else’s; possibly do an interview with a writer or an author. I may present a book review or even suggest some current writing tips. Remember, everyone has a story to tell. THE STORY BEHIND THE STORY Stay tuned.....Sharon Anderson - Author Motivator and Literature Podcaster Art Literary History & Criticism
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  • Author Interview - Dashiell Hammett

    Author Interview - Dashiell Hammett
    Feb 20 2026


    Synopsis – AuthorInterview of Dashiell Hammett

    Our AuthorInterview of Dashiell Hammett shows him as a true Knight of the Golden Age of Detective Writing, and his works will endure in spite of the many hardships his life brought him. Tuberculosis, alcohol addiction and some drug addiction took atoll on his physical body, yet he survived to write seven novels and numerous short stories which were published in current magazines at that time. His Sam Spade, the Continental OP, and others were used in radio shows, and films.

    Stay tuned…
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    23 mins
  • Murder At Midnight - Chapters 7&8 Book Review

    Murder At Midnight - Chapters 7&8 Book Review
    Feb 12 2026


    Synopsis -Narrative motivation

    Mr. Felix duPont has revealed to the reader his motive for the house party and the detectives involved. Now each detective writer will reveal to the reader their choice of murder victim.

    Stay Tuned as the writers choose a murder victim.
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    17 mins
  • Chapter Six Murder at Midnight

    Chapter Six Murder at Midnight
    Feb 5 2026

    Mr. duPont has finally revealed the real motive behind the house party. Dashiell Hammet feels that something more is going on and he intends to find out. Stay tuned...
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    17 mins
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