Bookaholic Podcast — Crafting Lies & Creating a Thriller

The Bookaholic Podcast is the ultimate audio haven for passionate readers, curious minds, and unapologetic book lovers. Hosted by Deirdre Pippins, each episode dives into the world of storytelling through author interviews, genre spotlights, literary trends, and honest book chats that feed your reading addiction. No matter the genre, there’s something here to spark your next favorite read.

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This Week’s Episode

In this episode of the Bookaholic Podcast, host Deirdre Pippins speaks with debut thriller novelist Patsy Robertson about her new book A Concoction of Lies. Patsy shares her journey from working in the technology field to becoming an author during the COVID-19 pandemic. She discusses the transition process and the challenges of learning the writing and publishing industry. Patsy’s novel features mature characters and is set in multicultural settings, including Guatemala and Belize. She reflects on the importance of representing African American family ties beyond the Americas and gives insights into her creative process. Patsy also reveals details about her upcoming second book, which will be set in Trinidad and Tobago.