Exploring 'Smoke and Mirrors' with Jeff Maxim

About this episode

In this episode, host Valerie interviews Jeff Maxim about his book 'Smoke and Mirrors' and its themes.

Send us Fan Mail Help BookWorthy make plans and know how to serve your best by filling out the 2026 Listener survey. Click the link, answer 10 questions. I can't wait to hear what you have to say. Full Transcripts available at http://www.valeriefentress.com/blog In this episode of Bookworthy, host Valerie interviews Jeff Maxam, author of the award-winning middle-grade fantasy, 'Smoke and Mirrors,' . They discuss the book's themes, including handling life's trials, the role of dragons, a...

People in this episode

Host: Valerie Fentress

Guest: Jeff Maxim

Topics covered

• middle-grade fantasy
• book themes
• life's trials
• dragons
• interview

Keywords

• Smoke and Mirrors
• Jeff Maxim
• middle-grade fantasy
• book themes
• dragons

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Smoke and Mirrors

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