Author James Patrick Heatherly discusses new Sherlock Holmes book on 'It's Showtime with Rikki Lee'
Author James Patrick Heatherly will be the guest on this week's episode of the popular radio show and podcast It's Showtime with Rikki Lee to promote his new book "Sherlock Holmes: The Coronet Conspiracy."
The shutdown of the country due to the COVID-19 pandemic inspired a lot of people to embark on a lot of new hobbies.
In the case of James Patrick Heatherly, he decided to write his first fiction novel.
What Heatherly ended up writing is not just any debut novel, "Sherlock Holmes: The Coronet Conspiracy" is part of a four-book series being released by MX Publishing beginning in October. It is tagged as Book One in the Sinister House Series.
Set in 1888, "Sherlock Holmes: The Coronet Conspiracy" includes all the classic elements of the most successful novels about the world's most famous detective. There's murder, coded messages, and mistaken identity in a case that even Scottland Yard knows only the great Sherlock Holmes and his trusted colleague Dr. John Watson can solve.
Heatherly is also known to Chicago audiences for his work in film, television, and stage. He holds a BA in English and an MBA in Marketing and taught at DePaul University for over 35 years.
While the character of Sherlock Holmes is in the public domain, Heatherly's four-part series was written with the blessing and endorsement of the Sir Arthur Conan Doyle estate and bears the organization's official seal.
In the interview, Heatherly and host Rikki Lee Travolta discuss the origins of the story for the book series. Other topics on the table include Heatherly's writing process and what the author is working on now as a follow-up.
It's Showtime with Rikki Lee airs every Friday at 3 p.m. CST on 101.5 FM out of Chicago's Huntley community. For those who can't wait, the interview is already available as a podcast on Spotify, iHeartRadio, and all major apps.
Although he is disabled, Travolta strives to demonstrate all that disabled people can still accomplish. He is an award-winning creative talent who has headlined theatrical productions throughout the country. He continues to make select appearances in film and television.
Through It's Showtime with Rikki Lee, Travolta provides an eye-opening look into the world of entertainment. The show features guests representing the best of film, television, stage, music, and literature. From A-list stars to local artists, It's Showtime with Rikki Lee is an entertaining blend of playful fun with just the touch of journalistic integrity.
"Sherlock Holmes: The Coronet Conspiracy" is available for pre-order through Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and other top booksellers.