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Morning Show Mysteries: Death By Design Written By Amber Benson will be shown again on UK TV Today

5/2/2022

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Here is some good news for UK Amber fans as Morning Show Mysteries: Death By Design written by Amber will be shown on UK TV again today. Amber has forged a successful career as a novelist as both the author of the Calliope Reaper-Jones series and The Echo Park Coven Trilogy amongst others, in recent years Amber has focused on writing for television.
 
In 2019 she got the chance to pen two fictional murder mysteries for the small screen, first she wrote the teleplay for Morning Show Mysteries: A Murder In Mind. Then quickly followed this up by writing Morning Show Mysteries: Death By Design. This is the second time Amber has written for this popular series both of which aired on the Hallmark Movies and Mysteries Channel in the USA.
 
The Morning Show Mysteries series centers on Billie Blessings (Holly Robinson Peete) a successful restaurateur who also hosts the cooking segment on Wake Up West Coast, a popular TV show. Billie was once suspected of murder but after clearing her name with the help of Detective Ian Jackson (Rick Fox) the two remained friends and are growing even closer as they find themselves at the heart of another mystery.
 
In Death By Design Billie’s best friend Marian is hired to redecorate the Wake Up West Coast studio. The decorating comes to a sudden and shocking halt when Marian’s twin sister is found murdered. So naturally Billie and Ian are hot on the trail of the killer.
 
The exciting news for Amber fans in the UK is that Morning Show Mysteries: Death By Design will be shown again today at 2:15 PM on Channel 5 and at 3:15 PM on Channel 5+1.
 
There are different channel numbers depending on which digital TV platform you use. I would check on-screen guides and any local channel listings for the correct channel numbers.  I've embedded the US trailer below so you can get a taste of the movie.
This will be a Bank Holiday treat for all fans in the UK, I'm sorry for the short notice on this particular post I only found out they were showing it again this morning I hope you still have time to catch it.
 
Joe

 
Disclaimer: Amber Benson.TV is not involved in any way with the making of Morning Show Mysteries: Death By Design. We have no connection to Hallmark or Channel 5. This post is for informational purposes only, we are simply trying to spread the word about another exciting movie written by Amber Benson.
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Lights Out Audio Drama Written by Amber Benson & Christopher Golden Is Now Available via Audible

2/16/2022

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I have some exciting news for Amber fans. I recently discovered that Lights Out written by Amber Benson and Christopher Golden is now available to buy via Audible both here in the UK and the USA as well.
 
If you're not familiar with Lights Out let me tell you more. In 2010 Amber teamed again up with her long time friend and collaborator Christopher Golden to write Lights Out, an audio drama made for the BBC. Lights Out is set within the walls of Her Majesty’s Prison Stanwick. Prison life holds no fear for newly arrived inmate Sarah well that is until she is plunged headfirst into a dark and potentially deadly mystery.
 
The role of Sarah is played by Jasmine Hyde who fellow Amber fans may remember was the voice of Tamara Swift in the online animated drama series the Ghosts of Albion which was also written by Amber and Christopher. 
 
Lights Out was made by the BBC as part of The Man in Black series. Mark Gatiss stars as the man in black a mysterious individual who you could meet almost anywhere. He could be a fellow passenger on the bus or bump into you in the supermarket. Wherever it happens to be this mysterious figure is eager to tell you a dark tale of death madness and murder etc one thing is guaranteed his tales will leave you horrified. 
 
Lights Out was originally broadcast on BBC Radio 7, which went on to become BBC Radio 4 Extra and it has been rebroadcast a number of times since its debut. I've listened to it over the years whenever it was being broadcast on the BBC. I always hoped they would make it available to purchase and much to my excitement I recently discovered the BBC have done exactly that.
 
Lights Out is now available as part of The Man in Black: The Complete Series along with 19 other macabre and chilling audio dramas each performed with a full cast of actors. 
 
The Man in Black: The Complete Series is available to buy from Audible both here in the UK click here and in the USA click here, both sites offer the facility to buy this collection of audio dramas for a one-off fee for non-members.
 
Audible also offers a range of packages where in return for a regular monthly fee a user is entitled to download The Man in Black: The Complete Series as well as access a vast library of audiobooks also available on the site. The number of books you can download in the month will depend upon your individual package, for full details see the respective Audible websites.
 
I'm thrilled that Lights Out is now available to buy as part of this exciting collection of audio dramas and if you have never had the chance to listen before now is the perfect time, trust me you don't want to miss this.
 
Joe
 
Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with the writing or production of Lights Out. All rights belong to Amber Benson, Christopher Golden and the BBC. This post is for informational purposes only. We are simply trying to spread the word about an exciting audio drama co-written by Amber Benson.
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A Family Christmas Gift - Written By Amber Benson To Be Shown on UK TV Today

12/18/2021

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Here is some exciting news for Amber fans in the UK. A Family Christmas Gift written by Amber will be shown on UK TV today (the 18th of December)
 
Amber wrote the original story for A Family Christmas Gift and she also co-wrote the teleplay with Alex Wright. The movie was written for the Hallmark Network in the USA.
 
A Family Christmas Gift centres on Amber, a busy New York-based executive played by Holly Robinson Pete. She is persuaded by her Aunt Dora (Patti Labelle) to join her for Christmas in Colorado and help plan the annual Christmas concert.
 
Holly Robinson Pete's name may be familiar to Amber fans as she plays the role of Billie Blessings in Morning Show Mysteries. Amber wrote the script/teleplay for A Murder In Mind and Death By Design two movies in the popular series in 2019.
 
A Family Christmas Gift will be shown at 7 AM & 7 PM today the 18th of December on Christmas 24. It is also being shown at 12 PM on Christmas 24+ today
 
Unfortunately, Christmas 24 doesn't seem to have a reliable online presence from what I've been able to find out and is currently showing on sky channel 325, Virgin Media channel 419 and BT channel 513. I have Sky so I can confirm Sky channel 325 is the right number. I would advise virgin and BT customers to check their on-screen listings to be sure these channel numbers are correct. I haven't been able to find channel numbers for Christmas 24+ for Virgin Media or BT, again my advice would be to check your on-screen guide. Christmas 24+ is on Sky channel 326
 
I have embedded a trailer and extended a sneak peek clip of A Family Christmas Gift. There are some spoilers so if you would rather wait-and-see what Amber has in store for us then I'd avoid it for now. I just wanted to place it here in case there are some fans who would like to see more.
This is a fun family film and a real treat for Amber fans I am excited in that fans in the UK will get another chance to see it. I'm sorry I couldn't give my fellow Amber fans more notice that A Family Christmas gift was going to be shown on TV again.
 
Joe

 
Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with the writing or production of A Family Christmas Gift. All rights belong to Amber Benson and Hallmark. This post is for informational purposes only. We are simply trying to spread the word about another exciting movie written by Amber Benson.
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Amber Gives A TV Interview About the Magical Trail In LA She Recently Curated

10/29/2021

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A few days ago, we posted an exciting article about Amber teaming up with Friends of Residential Treasures: LA (FORT) to curate a trail of five properties in LA with a spooky or magical history called: Witch Houses 2: Fairytales, Castles and Cottages. To read the original post and find out more about FORT LA click here.
 
Amber recently gave a television interview to Los Angeles TV station SPECTRUM NEWS 1. While Amber walks part of the trail she shows off her great eye for detail and her fantastic sense of humour which always makes me smile.
 
The good news for us here in the UK and elsewhere is that we can watch Amber's interview via the SPECTRUM NEWS 1 website for free just click this hyperlink.
 
I'd like to thank friend and fellow Amber fan Katie for tracking down the video. For more information about this fascinating and spooky magical trail click the link below and enter your email address. This will allow you to download a PDF which will give you more information about all five locations included on the trail and the rules that are to be followed for anyone who wants to experience it for themselves.
 
​www.fortla.org
 
The interview is a must see for all fans and I'd encourage anyone who lives in the LA area to check out this witchy trail, it looks amazing.
 
Joe

 
Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with FORT LA and we have no connection to any of the properties featured in the Witch Houses 2: Fairytales, Castles and Cottages trail. We also have no connection to SPECTRUM NEWS 1 This post is for informational purposes only. We are simply trying to spread the word about an exciting project and a TV interview by Amber Benson.
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Amber Teams Up With FORT LA To Curate A Magical Trail In Los Angeles

10/21/2021

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Halloween is fast approaching and Amber’s latest project definitely has spooky undertones and fans living in the Los Angeles area won’t want to miss it! 

​Amber has curated a trail of five properties in LA with a spooky or magical history called: Witch Houses 2: Fairytales, Castles and Cottages.

This trail was curated in association with Friends of Residential Treasures: LA (FORT) whose aim it is to: “promote stronger civic identity among and cohesion between the many urban villages that make up Los Angeles County by celebrating, studying, preserving, and increasing access to the historically and architecturally significant homes of Los Angeles.”

Amber’s work researching her Echo Park Coven Trilogy of novels inspired her to create this spooky trail saying: 

“When you first think of Los Angeles, the image of swaying palm trees, clear blue skies and sun dappled beaches probably fills your mind. But there’s a spookiness to the city, a magical and mysterious dark side hidden beneath the sun-bleached façade. Follow the breadcrumbs and let this trail lead you into the witchy heart of Los Angeles.” 

Having written about magic and witchcraft in a series of novels set in Los Angeles, I’ve spent a lot of time searching out the city’s hidden paths, secret byways, and spooky architecture to use as texture for my stories. This trail gives you a taste of just how much magic and fantasy there is in Los Angeles.”

For more information about this fascinating and spooky and magical trail click the link below and enter your email address. This will allow you to download a PDF which will give you more information about all five locations included on the trail and the rules that are to be followed for anyone who wants to experience it for themselves.

​www.fortla.org

I love history and I wish I could experience Amber’s trail for myself. I hope everyone who can, enjoys their journey into the witchy heart of Los Angeles.

Joe


Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with FORT LA and we have no connection to any of the properties featured in the Witch Houses 2: Fairytales, Castles and Cottages trail. This post is for informational purposes only. We are simply trying to spread the word about an exciting project curated by Amber Benson.
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Amber Was The Special Guest on a Recent Episode of Turn The Page Podcast

3/17/2021

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A few days ago, I was excited to learn that Amber had recently been the special guest of the Turn The Page Podcast. This isn't a podcast I was familiar with and I was intrigued to learn that it is in fact the official podcast of The Syosset Public Library in Nassau County, New York USA. Their team of librarians host and produce the podcast and discuss all things literary including talking to special guests.
 
As well as being an author herself Amber has a passion for books so her appearance on Turn The Page was a perfect fit for her. Amber talks about how she began her career as a writer before discussing her own works including, Ghosts of Albion, The Calliope Reaper-Jones Series and The Witches of Echo Park Trilogy. 

Amber recalls how her career has an actor influences her writing and how she uses her training to narrate audiobooks for a series of top authors as well as her own work. We get a mysterious hint or two as Amber reveals she's working on a top-secret project and there’s lots more interesting discussion too.
 
To listen to the podcast in full and for free just click the link below:
 
http://turnthepage.blubrry.net/2021/02/25/turn-the-page-episode-130a/
 
I really enjoyed this interesting podcast, it's definitely a must listen for any Amber fan. Thank you to friend and fellow Amber fan Katie for letting me know about this podcast.
 
Joe

 
Disclaimer: Amber Benson.TV is not involved in any way with the Turn The Page Podcast. This post is for informational purposes only. We are simply trying to spread the word about another exciting podcast featuring Amber Benson.
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Fans In The UK Have Another Chance To See Morning Show Mysteries: Death By Design Written By Amber Benson this Wednesday on Channel 5

3/14/2021

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After years of working as a successful novelist on her Calliope Reaper-Jones series and The Echo Park Coven Trilogy and co-authoring The Ghosts of Albion series with Christopher Golden, Amber is developing a growing body of work as a writer for television.
 
In 2019 she got the chance to pen two fictional murder mysteries for the small screen, first she wrote the teleplay for Morning Show Mysteries: A Murder In Mind. Then quickly followed this up by writing Morning Show Mysteries: Death By Design. This is the second time Amber has written for this popular series both of which aired on the Hallmark Movies and Mysteries Channel in the USA.
 
The Morning Show Mysteries series centers on Billie Blessings (Holly Robinson Peete) a successful restaurateur who also hosts the cooking segment on Wake Up West Coast, a popular TV show. Billie was once suspected of murder but after clearing her name with the help of Detective Ian Jackson (Rick Fox) the two remained friends and are growing even closer as they find themselves at the heart of another mystery.
 
In Death By Design Billie’s best friend Marian is hired to redecorate the Wake Up West Coast studio. The decorating comes to a sudden and shocking halt when Marian’s twin sister is found murdered. So naturally Billie and Ian are hot on the trail of the killer.
 
Amber fans in the UK will have another chance to see Morning Show Mysteries: Death By Design on Wednesday, 17 March at 2:15 PM on Channel 5 and at 3:15 PM on Channel 5+1. 
 
There are different channel numbers depending on which digital TV platform you use I would check on-screen guides and any local channel listings for the correct channel numbers. 
 
The Channel 5 website has nothing listed at all in the 2:15 PM time slot. It is displaying on my electronic channel guide though so I can only assume the omission from the website is a mistake. However if anyone sees or knows anything different let me know via email or our social media channels.

I've embedded the US trailer below so you can get a taste of the movie.
I'm thrilled that UK fans will get another chance to see and enjoy Amber's words in another exciting mystery.
 
Joe
 
Disclaimer: Amber Benson.TV is not involved in any way with the making of Morning Show Mysteries: Death By Design. We have no connection to Hallmark or Channel 5. This post is for informational purposes only, we are simply trying to spread the word about another exciting movie written by Amber Benson.
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A Family Christmas Gift - Written By Amber Benson To Be Shown on UK TV Tomorrow

12/19/2020

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Here is some exciting news for Amber fans in the UK. A Family Christmas Gift a festive movie written by Amber will be shown twice on UK TV tomorrow.
 
Amber wrote the original story for A Family Christmas Gift and she also co-wrote the teleplay with Alex Wright. The movie was written for the Hallmark Network and had its US premiere on 22nd of December last year on the Hallmark Movies and Mysteries Channel.
 
A Family Christmas Gift centres on Amber, a busy New York-based executive played by Holly Robinson Pete. She is persuaded by her Aunt Dora (Patti Labelle) to join her for Christmas in Colorado and help plan the annual Christmas concert.
 
Holly Robinson Pete's name may be familiar to Amber fans as she plays the role of Billie Blessings in Morning Show Mysteries. Amber wrote the script/teleplay for A Murder In Mind and Death By Design two movies in the popular series in 2019.
 
A Family Christmas Gift will be shown at 11 AM Sunday, 20th of December on Christmas 24
and at 8 PM the same day on Christmas 24+.
 
Unfortunately Christmas 24 doesn't seem to have a reliable online presence from what I've been able to find out and is currently showing on Sky channel 325, Virgin Media channel 419 and BT channel 513. I have Sky so I can confirm Sky channel 325 is the right number. I would advise virgin and BT customers to check their on-screen listings to be sure these channel numbers are correct. I haven't been able to find channel numbers for Christmas 24+ for Virgin Media or BT, again my advice would be to check your on-screen guide. Christmas 24+ is on Sky Channel 326
 
I have embedded a trailer and extended a sneak peek clip of A Family Christmas Gift. There are some spoilers so if you would rather wait-and-see what Amber has in store for us then I'd avoid it for now. I just wanted to place it here in case there are some fans who would like to see more.

Everyone at AmberBenson.TV is delighted that Amber has been able to add to her growing body of work as a writer for television and we wish her every success with the movie.
 
I know this will be a strange and very different Christmas for a lot of us this year but I hope that everyone is still able to enjoy the festive period and I hope you all stay safe.
 
Joe

 
Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with the writing or production of A Family Christmas Gift. All rights belong to Amber Benson and Hallmark. This post is for informational purposes only. We are simply trying to spread the word about another exciting movie written by Amber Benson.
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Amber Is The Special Guest On A Panel At YALL Write Online Festival On Saturday, 14 November.

11/13/2020

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There was exciting news yesterday for Amber fans when it was revealed that she is to be the special guest on a panel at YALL Write festival on Saturday, 14 November. 
 
YALL Write is a craft themed festival aimed at writers, illustrators and storytellers. This year it is entirely online because of the ongoing Covid 19 pandemic. 
 
Kami Garcia, Margaret Stohl, Danielle Paige, Kass Morgan will be joined by Amber who is the special guest on a panel called From Buffy To The Ravens & Casters: Writing Witchy
 
This exciting hour-long panel will take place at 2 PM Eastern Time, I believe I'm correct in saying that is 7 PM BST for fans in the UK like myself. This panel will take place via live stream on YALL Write’s official Instagram page for free. Just search for @yallfest. For more information click the link below to visit the individual webpage for this panel.
 
https://www.yallwrite.org/special-events-test/from-buffy-to-the-ravens-amp-casters-writing-witchy-on-igtv click here to visit the main site.
 
I'm really looking forward to this, a big thank you to my friend and fellow Amber fan Katie, who give me a heads up about this exciting event.
 
Joe
 

Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with the Yall Write Festival or the Witchy Writing Panel. This post is for informational purposes only, we are simply trying to spread the word about another exciting online event featuring the Amber Benson.
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Amber Benson To Co-Host Once Upon A Halloween Night Online Event On Wednesday 21st Of October

10/18/2020

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Earlier this week Amber revealed that she and her friend and fellow author Christopher Golden will co-host Once Upon A Halloween Night online writing event on Wednesday. 
 
As many fans will know Amber and Christopher have been friends and collaborators for a number of years, they co wrote Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Willow and Tara: "Wilderness” and “Wannablessedbe” The pair also created Ghosts of Albion online series for the BBC and Lights Out radio drama again for the BBC. Click on the hyperlinks to find out more information about all of these.
 
This time around Amber and Christopher link up to bring you some Halloween fun in Once Upon A Halloween Night. They will also be joined by fellow authors:
 
Jonathan Maberry 
Jessica Guess 
Clay McLeod Chapman
Craig Laurance Gidney
 
In this one-hour round-robin writing event the authors will create a brand-new scary story, with each person writing one paragraph at a time. The great news for fans is that this event is free and will be shown live online via Crowd Cast.
 
Once Upon A Halloween Night will take place on Wednesday, 21 October at 10:30 PM BST in the UK which I believe is 5:30 PM EDT in the USA. Although I would advise US fans to doublecheck the time depending on where you are in the states.
 
To find out more and/or to watch this exciting event live click the link below and press the green "Save My Spot!" button and enter your email to register for free. This event is being presented by St Martin's Press.
 
https://www.crowdcast.io/e/once-upon-halloween/register?utm_campaign=author&utm_source=social&utm_medium=social-post
 
I'm really looking forward to this exciting event and I apologise for not being able to get this update online a little sooner.
 
Joe

 
Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with the Once Upon A Halloween Night online event. We have no connection to any of the authors involved, this post is for informational purposes only. We are simply trying to spread the word about another exciting online event featuring Amber Benson.
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