Cath-Lit Live: The Merchant’s Curse

“Cath-Lit Live!” features brief interviews with Catholic authors who are releasing new books. Hosted by Catholic author and speaker Amy J. Cattapan, “Cath-Lit Live!” gives viewers a glimpse into the latest Catholic books while getting to know a bit about the author as well.

The Merchant’s Curse (The Harwood Mysteries Book 4) by Antony Barone Kolenc

In this thrilling installment of the award-winning Harwood Mysteries series, Xan leaves the Abbey for far-away Lincoln to apprentice with his uncle. But he quickly learns that all is not well. Uncle William has fallen in debt to a heartless moneylender called the Master. Nigel, the reckless nephew of William’s business partner, has put them in danger by befriending an enemy of the King.

Why are the Master’s thugs lurking near Uncle William’s shop? Does the disfigured woman in the marketplace really have power over life and death? Will Nigel stop his dealings with a known traitor? (Loyola Press)

About the author: Antony Barone Kolenc (“Tony”) is the author of the award-winning teen historical fiction series, “The Harwood Mysteries,” which has won eight book awards. He is also the host of The Shepherd’s Pie radio show and podcast, which focuses on issues that impact young people today. He is an author of fiction and non-fiction books and articles, and a columnist for Practical Homeschooling magazine. He retired as a Lieutenant Colonel from the U.S. Air Force Judge Advocate General’s Corps after 21 years of military service. He currently teaches law at Ave Maria School of Law, and he speaks at writing, legal, and homeschool events. Tony and his family live in Florida.

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Amy Cattapan

Amy (A.J.) Cattapan, DM, Ed.D., is an award-winning author, speaker, and middle school English teacher. Her YA novel Angelhood and her middle grade book Seven Riddles to Nowhere have won multiple awards, and her book on combatting teacher burnout releases in 2021 from Ave Maria Press. She is also the host of Cath-Lit Live, where she interviews Catholic authors about their new releases.