Real Spies, Real Lives

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“Real Spies, Real Lives” is for listeners interested in spies, writing, and writing about spies.

Remember, wherever you are, keep an eye out…for spies.

Latest
Episodes

The Big Four, Plots That Is – Part 1

We’ve talked about the archetypes in spy novels, now let’s talk about The Big Four — the plots for spy novels. First up, The Mission. Book 2 in my mystery series, The Ewington Mysteries, is ready to preorder (the eBook). You can preorder Mournful Influence of the Unperceived Shadow for only 99¢ at ⁠amazon.com/dp/B0DYJYWXYN⁠.

Protecting Covert Operatives

Why it’s important not to reveal the identity of covert operatives, the laws ensuring protection, and more. The Cold War novel LOVE DEATH is still on sale for 99¢ through the end of this month. You can find it at amazon.com/dp/B08QDLXBCS. Coming in March, a new mystery in the Ewington Mysteries Series.

Plot vs Character

A writing talk about plot vs character and which drives a story. The 2021 standalone espionage novel LOVE DEATH is the featured sale book for February 2025. The eBook version of the novel is only 99¢. You can find it at ⁠amazon.com/dp/B08QDLXBCS

Meet
Our Host

P. A. Duncan

Award-winning espionage author P. A. Duncan hosts this podcast that includes readings from her works, some espionage trivia, and history lessons. Sometimes she even does the accents–for better or worse. Learn more at www.unexpectedpaths.com.

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