Episode 33: Jameson Keys author of The Vanishing Ballerina

2025-04-12

In this episode, we sit down with Jameson Keys—business development pro, former ESL instructor, and author of the suspenseful debut The Vanishing Ballerina. Jameson shares how his path led from teaching and podcasting to fiction writing, and what inspired the creation of ex-NYPD detective Bobby Bocchini. We dive into the book’s powerful themes, the meaning behind its haunting title, and how co-hosting the true crime podcast What We Lose in the Shadows with his daughter influences his writing. He also tal...

In this episode, we sit down with Jameson Keys—business development pro, former ESL instructor, and author of the suspenseful debut The Vanishing Ballerina. Jameson shares how his path led from teaching and podcasting to fiction writing, and what inspired the creation of ex-NYPD detective Bobby Bocchini.

We dive into the book’s powerful themes, the meaning behind its haunting title, and how co-hosting the true crime podcast What We Lose in the Shadows with his daughter influences his writing.

He also talks about his advocacy for public libraries, creative hobbies, and what’s next for Bobby Bocchini.

📚 Grab your copy locally at Kensington Row Bookshop
✍️ Meet Jameson and get your book signed at Day of the Book Festival
🔗 More info at jamesonkeys.com

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