The GAB TALKS with J. Chester Johnson

Today, we’re joined by Jennifer Handler, PhD, author of Krispr, winner of the 2026 NYC Big Book Award in the medical mystery/thriller category, https://www.nycbigbookaward.com/2026-winners/9798350935929 Jennifer is both a geneticist and neuroscientist and a faculty member at Case Western Reserve University. She brings both scientific expertise and personal experience to the conversation. Though Jennifer has been published in numerous scientific journals, Krispr is Jennifer’s debut fiction novel. Printed Word Reviews said Krispr “reads like a classic page-turner torn straight from today's scientific headlines, combining the intrigue of a Michael Crichton thriller with the emotional weight of a family drama”.___Subscribe to "Printed Word Reviews," https://www.printedwordreviews.com/magazinePrinted Word Reviews showcases literary talent. We provide:* Comprehensive book reviews: Offering in-depth analysis of books.* Author interviews: Giving insights into writers and their work.* Resources for readers and writers: This includes directories of publishing guides, editors, designers, and marketing experts.* Literary community engagement: We host events like "BookCAMP" for authors and publishers to connect and learn, and publish a quarterly magazine by the same name.Essentially, Printed Word Reviews acts as a hub for the literary world, connecting authors, publishers, and readers through reviews, interviews, and resources.Contact the publisher Ted Olczak at [email protected] for more information.---To enter your book, please visit https://www.independentpressaward.com/ or https://www.nycbigbookaward.com/ Subscribe https://www.independentpressaward.com/subscribeor get a copy of the latest magazine issue https://www.zinio.com/publisher/independent-press-award-m41160---See more at https://www.independentpressaward.com/ and https://www.nycbigbookaward.com/ AND subscribe to our YouTube Channel, the Independent Press Award YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/IndependentPressAwardSpringNYCBigBookAwardFall

The with Gab Talks with Ralph Lehman, author of "The Illusory Bargain: Liberty in the Aftermath of the 17th Amendment."Today, we’re joined by Ralph H. Lehman, an author, attorney, and investment professional who’s spent more than 20 years helping people navigate the world of finance, tax, and estate planning.Ralph’s most recent book, The Illusory Bargain: Liberty in the Aftermath of the 17th Amendment, received a Distinguished Favorite award in the 2026 NYC Big Book Awards. He’s also the author of The Elusive Trade. Ralph joins us from Knoxville, Tennessee, where he lives with his wife, Charlotte, and their Brittany, Rocky.Ralph, Congratulations and welcome to the GAB TALKS! Let’s jump in!Listen the the full interview here or on your favorite streaming service:https://thegabtalks.netlify.app/ ___Subscribe to "Printed Word Reviews," https://www.printedwordreviews.com/magazinePrinted Word Reviews showcases literary talent. We provide:* Comprehensive book reviews: Offering in-depth analysis of books.* Author interviews: Giving insights into writers and their work.* Resources for readers and writers: This includes directories of publishing guides, editors, designers, and marketing experts.* Literary community engagement: We host events like "BookCAMP" for authors and publishers to connect and learn, and publish a quarterly magazine by the same name.Essentially, Printed Word Reviews acts as a hub for the literary world, connecting authors, publishers, and readers through reviews, interviews, and resources.Contact the publisher Ted Olczak at [email protected] for more information.---To enter your book, please visit https://www.independentpressaward.com/ or https://www.nycbigbookaward.com/ Subscribe https://www.independentpressaward.com/subscribeor get a copy of the latest magazine issue https://www.zinio.com/publisher/independent-press-award-m41160---See more at https://www.independentpressaward.com/ and https://www.nycbigbookaward.com/ AND subscribe to our YouTube Channel, the Independent Press Award YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/IndependentPressAwardSpringNYCBigBookAwardFall

Gab Talks with Cassandra UlrichCassandra Ulrich speaks about her debut book "A Beautiful Girl" as well as books published since. She spends time discussing her approach to writing so many different genres. Find out more in this episode of The GAB TALKS.___"A Beautiful Girl" by Cassandra UlrichSara Miller hides a painful secret—her stepfather’s abuse. Trapped in silence, she carries the heavy burden of protecting her mother and siblings while trying to survive each day.But when Sara meets Rick, the boy who sees past her walls, everything changes. His kindness sparks hope and healing, yet opening her heart could put her family—and her own life—in even greater danger.Set against the struggles of a young girl caught between fear and freedom, A Beautiful Girl explores the unbreakable strength of resilience, the risks of love, and the courage it takes to reclaim your voice.___Subscribe to "Printed Word Reviews," https://www.printedwordreviews.com/magazinePrinted Word Reviews showcases literary talent. We provide:* Comprehensive book reviews: Offering in-depth analysis of books.* Author interviews: Giving insights into writers and their work.* Resources for readers and writers: This includes directories of publishing guides, editors, designers, and marketing experts.* Literary community engagement: We host events like "BookCAMP" for authors and publishers to connect and learn, and publish a quarterly magazine by the same name.Essentially, Printed Word Reviews acts as a hub for the literary world, connecting authors, publishers, and readers through reviews, interviews, and resources.Contact the publisher Ted Olczak at [email protected] for more information.---To enter your book, please visit https://www.independentpressaward.com/ or https://www.nycbigbookaward.com/ Subscribe https://www.independentpressaward.com/subscribeor get a copy of the latest magazine issue https://www.zinio.com/publisher/independent-press-award-m41160---See more at https://www.independentpressaward.com/ and https://www.nycbigbookaward.com/ AND subscribe to our YouTube Channel, the Independent Press Award YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/IndependentPressAwardSpringNYCBigBookAwardFall

What happens when intelligence, technology, and human vulnerability collide? For author Roselyn Teukolsky, these tensions are the perfect foundation for stories that challenge expectations and explore the complex dilemmas women face in male-dominated worlds. Her latest novel, The Fourth Woman, Book Two in the Madeline Geiger series, is the winner of the 2026 New York City Big Book Award in the Suspense category. Printed Word Reviews says “Teukolsky delivers a suspenseful, high-tech domestic thriller”. In addition, Roselyn’s debut novel, A Reluctant Spy, Book One in the Madeline Geiger series, was the winner of the 2025 New York City Big Book Award and the 2026 Independent Press Award.Gab Talks with Roselyn TeukolskyTHE FOURTH WOMAN (Madeline Geiger Thrillers)by Roselyn TeukolskyMadeline Geiger is a cybersecurity expert used to keeping threats at bay. But when a ransomware attack crashes her system, she discovers it's not just her files under siege—her life and mind are too. Meanwhile, a promising online date with Vincent, a neurobiologist, turns strange. His work? Manipulating rodent behavior with lights and code. His interest in Madeline? Something beyond sex, love, and even marriage.As her home life spirals—thanks to a fading mother, a watchful new caregiver, and the return of long-buried grief—Madeline begins to suspect she's being stalked, both digitally and physically. And the deeper she digs, the more disturbing the connections become between her attacker, her suitor, and the dark science lurking behind Vincent's lab door.The Fourth Woman is a tense, darkly smart thriller where digital sabotage meets psychological suspense, and a woman must confront not only the stalker behind the screen—but the unraveling happening inside her own home.___A Reluctant Spy by Roselyn TeukolskyWinner of the NYC Big Book Award for Suspense, and the Independent Press Award for Suspense.A dead husband. A brilliant hacker. A shadowy world of sex and money in a den of academic intrigue.Madeline Geiger is a young computer scientist whose husband has recently died under suspicious circumstances. On the day of his funeral, Madeline is approached by an FBI agent who persuades her to go undercover in the Computer Science Department to find out who's providing encryption software to an illegal dark-web ring of criminals.Madeline is an introverted nerd and definitely not a spy. When she delves into the computers of her colleagues, she makes some devastating discoveries about her late husband and co-workers. Someone in her orbit is a killer who is onto her and has already murdered once. In order to survive, Madeline must emerge from the shadow of her late husband and outwit an antagonist who is luring her into a deadly game.___Subscribe to "Printed Word Reviews," https://www.printedwordreviews.com/magazinePrinted Word Reviews showcases literary talent. Essentially, Printed Word Reviews acts as a hub for the literary world, connecting authors, publishers, and readers through reviews, interviews, and resources.Contact the publisher Ted Olczak at [email protected] for more information.---To enter your book, please visit https://www.independentpressaward.com/ or https://www.nycbigbookaward.com/ Subscribe https://www.independentpressaward.com/subscribeor get a copy of the latest magazine issue https://www.zinio.com/publisher/independent-press-award-m41160---See more at https://www.independentpressaward.com/ and https://www.nycbigbookaward.com/ AND subscribe to our YouTube Channel, the Independent Press Award YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/IndependentPressAwardSpringNYCBigBookAwardFall

The Gab Talks with Ashley P. Moseley, author of This Birdie Told MeSoar into the rainforest with a wise and colorful guide - the macaw - and discover the urgent story of disappearing wild places.In This Birdie Told Me, Ashley P. Moseley brings young readers into the heart of the Central American rainforest through the eyes of a curious macaw. This vibrant bird isn't just a beauty - he has a story to tell. As he explores the jungle canopy and watches the world change beneath his wings, he begins to understand just how fragile his home truly is.Blending lyrical rhyme with science-based facts, this book teaches children about rainforest biodiversity, the role of macaws in their ecosystem, and the dangers of habitat destruction caused by deforestation. Young readers will follow along as the macaw learns how humans can both hurt and help the environment - and why it's up to all of us to protect the animals that call the jungle home.Created in collaboration with real conservation educators, This Birdie Told Me continues Ashley's mission to connect children with wildlife and spark curiosity through engaging, age-appropriate storytelling. Rich illustrations and clever rhymes make it perfect for read-alouds at home or in classrooms.Whether your child is a bird lover, budding scientist, or just loves a great jungle adventure, This Birdie Told Me offers a heartwarming and thought-provoking tale with a message that sticks: listen to the wild - it has something to say.___Subscribe to "Printed Word Reviews," https://www.printedwordreviews.com/ma...Printed Word Reviews showcases literary talent.

The Gab Talks speaks with Christiane Scarpino, author of "Missing Pieces"___Missing Pieces: A Terrorist Attack Survivor’s Memoir of Trauma, Resilience, and HealingMissing Pieces: A Terrorist Attack Survivor’s Memoir of Trauma, Resilience, and Healing by Christiane Scarpino is a deeply moving memoir that chronicles her survival of the devastating 1977 terrorist bombing of the Mobil Oil Building in New York City when she was just 21 years old.Missing Pieces is not just a story of survival but a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. It provides a powerful perspective on the hidden battles faced by trauma survivors and the extraordinary strength required to overcome adversity.Perfect for readers interested in true survival stories, mental health awareness, and personal resilience, Missing Pieces delivers an unforgettable message of hope and healing. Missing Pieces is not just a story of survival but a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. It provides a powerful perspective on the hidden battles faced by trauma survivors and the extraordinary strength required to overcome adversity. This memoir is a must-read for those seeking inspiration, understanding of PTSD, or an inside look at the profound impact of trauma on every facet of life.___Subscribe to "Printed Word Reviews," https://www.printedwordreviews.com/magazinePrinted Word Reviews showcases literary talent. We provide:* Comprehensive book reviews: Offering in-depth analysis of books.* Author interviews: Giving insights into writers and their work.* Resources for readers and writers: This includes directories of publishing guides, editors, designers, and marketing experts.* Literary community engagement: We host events like "BookCAMP" for authors and publishers to connect and learn, and publish a quarterly magazine by the same name.Essentially, Printed Word Reviews acts as a hub for the literary world, connecting authors, publishers, and readers through reviews, interviews, and resources.Contact the publisher Ted Olczak at [email protected] for more information.---To enter your book, please visit https://www.independentpressaward.com/ or https://www.nycbigbookaward.com/ Subscribe https://www.independentpressaward.com/subscribeor get a copy of the latest magazine issue https://www.zinio.com/publisher/independent-press-award-m41160---See more at https://www.independentpressaward.com/ and https://www.nycbigbookaward.com/ AND subscribe to our YouTube Channel, the Independent Press Award YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/IndependentPressAwardSpringNYCBigBookAwardFall

Printed Word Reviews just compared her recent work to that of Harlan Coben and B.A. Paris."'Secrets II: Vengeance & Revenge' is an emotionally charged domestic thriller that will appeal directly to fans of Harlan Coben and B.A. Paris. While it functions as a standalone, readers who enjoyed the first book will find immense satisfaction in seeing the final, definitive reckoning between Neil, Gina, and the ghosts of their past." Read the full review here: https://www.printedwordreviews.com/bo...On this episode of The GAB TALKS, Kay Louise Bowen speaks with the president of the NYC Big Book Award about both of her award-winning books.

Fun Day with Misa (Un día divertido con Misa)A Bilingual Children's Book About a Little Puppy with a Big Heartby Mireya Saldúa Excerpt from the Printed Word Reviews Publishers Letter:GAB TALKS features an exclusive interview with Mireya Saldúa—an inspiring children's author and publisher best known for Misa. As she announces her highly anticipated next project this month, with a featured front cover. Saldúa shares insights into her ambitious vision with her plan to release eight more titles in the coming year.Saldúa’s children's book series is so much more. In the words of Gabby Olczak, “At its heart, Fun with Misa and the Come Along with Misa series is about more than learning two languages. It is about embracing adventure, leading with kindness, celebrating diversity, and discovering that our differences can bring us closer together.”

Craig is the author of three different book series with a total of six books currently with more in the works. These series are A Hacker I Am, Foresight and The Shadow World.Craig is passionate about creating a more open and collaborative industry in which we help new entrants enter the space. Mentor and teach them to remove the barriers that have long plagued our industry.Craig was AISA Queensland Branch chair from 2020 which he continued until January 2023 when he was appointed to the national board of directors.https://craigfordauthor.com/ahackeriam/Craig is the Head Unicorn (co-founder and Executive Director) of Cyber Unicorns, a cyber security consultancy on a mission to improve cyber security awareness with SMBs, Seniors, Mums and Dads, Kids and the General public.Craig is a vCISO, cyber security professional with over 20 years of experience in the ICT and security industry. He is experienced working on both the Blue team and the Red team over his career but primarily works in senior consulting engagements with clients helping improve security posture.Craig is a freelance cyber security journalist with works in magazines such as Women in Security, Cyber Australia, Cyber Today, Top Cyber News, Careers with STEM, SecureGOV and more.

R. Luce is a contemporary American author and poet whose emotionally raw, socially conscious work spans fiction, poetry, and drama. By blending sharp, lyrical prose with deep psychological realism, Luce tackles the complexities of American culture, grief, systemic oppression, and LGBTQIA+ identity.R. Luce's primary book titles include: Walking on Nathan's Grave: A Tale Traversing Heaven and Hell (Novel) Pie in the Sky and Other Illusions We Live With (Anthology/Collection) Once Upon a Waning Star: A Literary Chronicle of America at the Dawn of the Twenty-First Century (Novel).R. Luce is a contemporary American author and poet whose emotionally raw, socially conscious work spans fiction, poetry, and drama. By blending sharp, lyrical prose with deep psychological realism, Luce tackles the complexities of American culture, grief, systemic oppression, and LGBTQIA+ identity.During his career as an educator and trainer, he wrote numerous professional articles, book chapters, promotional materials, scripts for training videos, etc., and has made numerous presentations at local, state, and national conferences. As an amateur actor, he performed in and directed numerous plays and appeared in many student film productions. After earning his BA degree from SUNY Brockport, he obtained an MA and PhD from Ohio University (Creative Writing, American Literature, Rhetoric). Additionally, he is an artist who has created many paintings (oil, acrylics, watercolors).