Sit. Stay. Read.

Kathleen Donnelly
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Each episode, I'll interview authors of heartwarming, adventurous, and tail-wagging tales . All featured books will have unforgettable animal characters or perfect reads to curl up with your best four-legged friend. Whether you're a dog devotee, horse enthusiast, or feline fan, there's a story here just for you.

  1. Love and Magical Creatures: Inside Strange Familiars with Keshe Chow

    3D AGO

    Love and Magical Creatures: Inside Strange Familiars with Keshe Chow

    Veterinary school is tough. Especially when you’re studying magical creatures and avoiding the good looking, yet annoying fellow student, Harrisford Briggs. This is the situation Gwendolynne Chan finds herself in as she finishes her final year at Seamere College. But when magic starts surging and animal familiars begin acting out, Gwen is forced to team up with the handsome Harrisford to investigate. Along the way they discover they may have more in common than they thought…including a strong attraction to each other. In this fun interview International bestselling author Keshe Chow, discusses her own experience in veterinary school, how she researched medicine for fantasy animals and shares insights into her feline inspirations. If you enjoy forced proximity romance with fantasy characters including a charming talking cat named Percy, Strange Familiars, is the book for you! For more information on Keshe, visit: keshe.com.au For more about my K-9 books, visit: kathleendonnelly.com Sit. Stay. Read. is a proud part of the Authors on the Air Global Network.

    31 min
  2. Danger and Survival—Inside Steep and Deep with Catherine O’Connell

    MAY 12

    Danger and Survival—Inside Steep and Deep with Catherine O’Connell

    When Aspen ski patroller Greta Westerlind goes out on a routine training day with her avalanche dog, Floyd, the last thing she expects is for her K-9 to bring her a human hand. Even worse, she learns the hand belongs to her missing friend, Evie. The discovery launches an investigation that reveals the darker side to this beautiful Colorado ski town. Can Greta and Floyd discover the truth behind what happened to Evie before it’s too late? Or will the killer silence them first? Steep and Deep takes the reader on a thrilling adventure into the Colorado mountains along with the fun of reading about an avalanche K-9 and ski patroller. For more information on Catherine, visit: catherineoconnell.net For more about my K-9 books, visit: kathleendonnelly.com Sit. Stay. Read. is a proud part of the Authors on the Air Global Network.

    32 min
  3. Fire Spitting Chickens, an Emotional Support Dragon and a Second Chance Romance—Second Time’s A Charm with Taylor Epperson

    MAY 5

    Fire Spitting Chickens, an Emotional Support Dragon and a Second Chance Romance—Second Time’s A Charm with Taylor Epperson

    Reece McCarthen has escaped her past. Or so she thought. When Reece receives a message that her father has left his sanctuary full of magical creatures to her, she’s forced to return home. Now Reece must face her ex, Laken Augustus, a part-time assassin, along with the fire-spitting chickens that escaped on her watch and set her hometown on fire. Reece soon learns that her father not only left her the sanctuary, but a large amount of debt and other problems including poachers. The one person who might be able to help her out is none other than Laken. Second Times a Charm is a fun and enchanting book full of magical creatures and second chance romance. For more information on Taylor, visit: instagram.com/bytaylorepperson For more about my K-9 books, visit: kathleendonnelly.com Sit. Stay. Read. is a proud part of the Authors on the Air Global Network.

    20 min
  4. Faith, Suspense, and Search & Rescue Dogs: Detecting Deadly Threats with Carol J. Post

    APR 28

    Faith, Suspense, and Search & Rescue Dogs: Detecting Deadly Threats with Carol J. Post

    When Lauren Hollander has two men in ski masks with guns try to kidnap her, she doesn’t know if they are after the jewelry in her store or something else. She only knows that if an earthquake hadn’t happened that stopped the abduction, she could be dead. She also has a handsome man, Zach, and his K-9 search and rescue dog, Ranger, to thank for saving her by finding her in the debris after the tremors. Lauren soon learns she may have something the masked men wanted. Is it tied to her past through her brother? Or could it be a picture she took by accident? With the help of Zach, Ranger and Zach’s nephew William, Lauren fights to stay safe and discover the truth behind who’s coming after her. Join me for this fun discussion with author Carol J. Post where we discuss romantic suspense with faith, K-9s and her fun felines including her adorable cat, Smudge, who loved to go for walks on a leash! For more information on Carol, visit: caroljpost.com For more about my K-9 books, visit: kathleendonnelly.com Sit. Stay. Read. is a proud part of the Authors on the Air Global Network.

    34 min
  5. The Boy in the Wall—A Gripping Chicago K-9 Thriller By Jeffrey B. Burton

    APR 21

    The Boy in the Wall—A Gripping Chicago K-9 Thriller By Jeffrey B. Burton

    When K-9 handler Cory Pratt is arm-twisted into giving a demonstration at a local elementary school, he thinks the hardest part will be dealing with the talkative kid in the front row. But after the presentation, his two human remains detection dogs alert on a wall in a newly remodeled section of the school. Cory’s heart sinks. His dogs, Alice and Rex, are never wrong. The gruesome discovery leads Cory and his Chicago PD detective sister, Crystal, into a sinister plot for revenge in the name of love. Full of twists and unexpected turns, The Boy in the Wall, is a page turner that everyone will enjoy, especially dog lovers. For more information on Jeffrey, visit: jeffreybburton.com For more about my K-9 books, visit: kathleendonnelly.com Sit. Stay. Read. is a proud part of the Authors on the Air Global Network.

    41 min
  6. A Famous Cat, Escape Artist Pig and Murder—Chet and Bernie Are Back!

    APR 14

    A Famous Cat, Escape Artist Pig and Murder—Chet and Bernie Are Back!

    A missing feline is at the center of the latest entertaining mystery, Cat on a Hot Tin Woof, in the Chet and Bernie series. Written by Peter Abrahams as Spencer Quinn, the story continues as canine narrator Chet realizes the next case he and his owner Bernie must solve is none other than a missing cat named Miss Kitty. Miss Kitty isn’t just an ordinary cat; she’s become an internet sensation. Her devastated owner, Bitty, not only loves her pet, but depends on the income from Miss Kitty’s fame. Can Chet and Bernie find Miss Kitty before it’s too late? And could it be a pig named Senor Piggy who holds the key to solving this mystery? For dog and animal lovers everywhere, Spencer Quinn’s books are delightful and fun mysteries. Or as Chet might say, “tip top and case closed.” Enjoy this fun interview! For more information on Peter Abrahams aka Spencer Quinn, visit: peterabrahams.com For more about my K-9 books, visit: kathleendonnelly.com Sit. Stay. Read. is a proud part of the Authors on the Air Global Network.

    26 min
  7. Best Friends and Past Secrets: Inside Pinky Swear with Danielle Girard

    APR 7

    Best Friends and Past Secrets: Inside Pinky Swear with Danielle Girard

    How well do you know your childhood friends? Especially 16 years after graduation? Lexi has always wanted children, but is unable to carry a pregnancy. So, when Mara, one of her best friends from high school, comes back into her life and offers to be a surrogate, Lexi is thrilled. But when Mara disappears a few days before the due date, Lexi discovers Mara has many deadly secrets. Can she find her before it’s too late? If you love psychological thrillers with lots of twists and unexpected turns, you’ll love Pinky Swear. Join me for this fun behind the scenes episode where you’ll also meet Danielle’s four-legged writing partner, Georgie. For more information on Danielle, visit: daniellegirard.com For more about my K-9 books, visit: kathleendonnelly.com Sit. Stay. Read. is a proud part of the Authors on the Air Global Network.

    30 min
  8. K-9 Courage & Second Chances: Inside Guarding The Child Witness by Sharee Stover

    MAR 31

    K-9 Courage & Second Chances: Inside Guarding The Child Witness by Sharee Stover

    Sharee Stover, fellow dog lover and Harlequin author, joins me for a fun episode to talk about her latest release, Guarding The Child Witness, and the inspiration behind her K-9 hero, Remy. The story opens with gripping suspense as Iowa State Trooper Jaysa Camerota and Remy witness a horrific crash—but something isn’t right. With a traumatized, nonverbal child as the only witness, Jaysa must team up with her ex-fiancé to uncover the truth and keep him safe. If you love stories about second chance romances, K-9s, faith and suspense, this book is for you! For more information on Sharee, visit: shareestover.com For more about my K-9 books, visit: kathleendonnelly.com Sit. Stay. Read. is a proud part of the Authors on the Air Global Network.

    33 min
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Each episode, I'll interview authors of heartwarming, adventurous, and tail-wagging tales . All featured books will have unforgettable animal characters or perfect reads to curl up with your best four-legged friend. Whether you're a dog devotee, horse enthusiast, or feline fan, there's a story here just for you.

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  • Creator
    Kathleen Donnelly
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    48
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Kathleen Donnelly
  • Show Website
    Sit. Stay. Read.

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