Author Lou Pugliese is retired from two careers: a senior manager at Toyota Motors with national (US) and international experience, and a business professor at a small, liberal arts college in the Shenandoah Valley, Virginia. Lou and his wife, Kathy (and their dog Mitch), are now settled in Green Cove Springs, Florida. His writing influence comes from both careers, extensive travel, and a passion for obscure research.

Outside of his mystery and historical fiction writing, he published his doctoral dissertation on the roots of prejudice and has had poetry published through VoxPoetica. Lou belongs to the Mystery Writers of America and the Florida Writers Association (FWA), and serves as the monthly FWA chapter leader for Clay County, Florida.

Step into the intriguing world of mystery, history, and human complexity with Books by Lou Pugliese.

Lou is a seasoned novelist, researcher, and retired corporate and academic professional. Each story illuminates stories that linger in the shadows — haunted houses, hidden prejudices, unsolved puzzles, and the quiet crossroads where history meets horror, memory meets meaning, and suspense meets soul.

Lou draws on his rich background — from his travels and academic years teaching business, to his doctoral research on the roots of prejudice — to examine mysteries old and new.

Expect deep dives into his beloved works, like Blame it on the Moon, Final Exam, and his short-story collection Rest Stops on a Journey. Lou brings you:

• 🔍 In-depth conversations about writing mystery and historical fiction that matters

• 🧠 Reflections on societal tensions, prejudice, and what history remembers — and what it tries to forget

• 🎙️ Behind-the-scenes insights into research, storytelling, and the author’s creative process

• 👻 Occasional spooky tales, haunted-house legends, and commentary on human nature

Whether you’re a longtime fan of suspense and paranormal mysteries or someone curious about how fiction can reflect truth, Books with Lou Pugliese is your late-night companion for stories that haunt — and heal.

Tune in, dim the lights, and explore the dark corners of history and the human heart.

Stay in touch with Lou on his website: https://loupuglieseauthor.com/

You can listen to the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcast, or visit my website www.drkatherinehayes.com💗

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