Welcome to the eighth episode of the Reading and Writing podcast featuring an interview with Joe Lansdale, the mojo storyteller, and the author of Vanilla Ride which will be published on June 30th. You can download the podcast here, or subscribe via iTunes.

“Joe Lansdale is a master and Vanilla Ride proves it once again. Every page of this book brims with humor and character and most of all, kick ass story telling. Front to back, the satisfied smile on my face never went away.” – Michael Connelly

“Joe Lansdale is one of a kind. His Hap and Leonard novels should be read and treasured.” – James Swain, author of The Night Stalker

“Among the best fiction writers in America today, Joe Lansdale turns on the juice and cuts the damn thing loose. Enjoy the ride!” – Kinky Friedman, author of You Can Lead a Politician to Water, But You Can’t Make Him Think