Why Mary Dodge Allen Sets Her Books in Florida (Episode 61)

April 05, 2022 00:26:30
Why Mary Dodge Allen Sets Her Books in Florida (Episode 61)
The Romantic Side of Suspense
Why Mary Dodge Allen Sets Her Books in Florida (Episode 61)

Apr 05 2022 | 00:26:30

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Hosted By

Sarah Hamaker

Show Notes

On this episode of “The Romantic Side of Suspense,” I’m talking with Mary Dodge Allen, who has won two Royal Palm Literary Awards from the Florida Writer’s Association. She and her husband live in Florida, where she has served as a volunteer with the police department. Her childhood in Minnesota, land of 10,000 lakes, sparked her lifelong love of the outdoors. She’s been a counselor and social worker, and she worked as a USPS mail carrier during a college break. Her quirky sense of humor is energized by a passion for coffee and chocolate.

“My books are based in Florida and Florida’s a great place to base your books,” Mary says. “It seems like weird and crazy crimes are committed in Florida. There are also a lot of things in Florida that can kill you—sinkholes, gators, hurricanes. There are a lot of hazards in Florida.”

Listen to the podcast for more from our interview, plus an excerpt from Hunt for a Hometown Killer.

Connect w/Mary
Website: www.marydodgeallen.com

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