Welcome to the Sample Chapter Podcast! Find your next favorite book here on the show where authors read a "sample chapter" from one of their books after a brief interview. Hosted by thriller author, Jason A. Meuschke.
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Jan 13, 2026
The Sample Chapter Podcast kicks off our 9th season with episode 292, interviewing Fantasy and Historical writer, J.C. Ventimiglia! In this episode, we discuss Jack's past as a journalist and newspaper editor, using fantasy as an escape, placing real-world issues within the story, and what Jack is working on...
Nov 4, 2025
Literary horror author William J. Donahue returns for episode 291 with a fascinating sample chapter from his latest novel, Find Your Way Back To Me!
William J Donahue website with social media links
Find Your Way Back To Me on Amazon
William's Podcast, Taming Monsters with Dirty Rotten Bill
Our interview with William J...
Oct 28, 2025
For Halloween week, episode 290 welcomes literary horror author William J. Donahue! Listen as he and Jason discuss what influenced his interest in horror, why love is so important even in horror, what a "hatman" is, and more! Be sure to click the links below for his latest novel, Find Your Way Back To Me, available...
Oct 21, 2025
Episode 289 welcomes back UK author, Peter Germany, for a sample reading from his latest book, Penal Earth! If you haven't already, be sure to click the link below for last week's interview with Peter to learn more about him!
Episode 288 interview with Peter
Oct 14, 2025
Episode 288 journeys to the United Kingdom for a visit with horror, post-apocalyptic, and sci-fi writer, Peter Germany! The conversation is a blast as Jason and Peter discuss turning story ideas into short stories, knowing the end vs exploring, getting the reader to feel emotions, movies that scared us, and their...