In this fascinating episode, Vicki and Wynne talk with author, Mark Wukas. Mark has just released his debut novel, The Kiss of the Night.

It’s a book more than 40 years in the making. Mark talks about how he cultivated the book that lived inside him for so long.

We also get to hear about his careers as a journalist and teacher. He tells us what it was like to work a 5pm – 2pm shift as a City News reporter in Chicago.

Vicki and Wynne get the details of the interplay of journalists and police and the gritty feeling of the denizens of the night.

Mark and Vicki talk about some of the notable Chicago landmarks featured in the story. Wynne can attest that even for non-Chicagoans, the incredible details of place and time provide a richly textured backdrop for this gripping story.

Mark turns the tables on us to find out our favorite parts of the book – the diner scenes, the difference between facts and the truth, and the coming of age shift that happens as we face the real world.

This is a fantastic episode with a fascinating author about a riveting book. We know you'll love it!

Links for this episode:

Episode 114 show notes

Mark's recent interview on WGN Radio.

"The Kiss of Night" - Available exclusively from Eckhartz Press

Rick Kogan's column in the Chicago Tribune: Former City News kid Mark Wukas delivers "The Kiss of the Night"From the hosts:

Vicki’s book about resilience and love: Surviving Sue; Blog: https://victoriaponders.com/

Wynne’s book about her beloved father: Finding My Father’s Faith; Blog: https://wynneleon.com/