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Carolina Writers Speak

by Rose Cushing

A literary podcast featuring writers from the Carolinas. Listen to them discuss their journeys, their successes, failures, and lessons learned.

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  1. Sherri Hollister, Author

    S L Hollister aka Sherri Lupton Hollister is the author of 16 novels and several dozen short stories, novellas and essays. She dreamed of being a romance author but after raising six sons she decided she enjoyed killing people and blowing things up, but only in her books. She has been a member of...

  2. Sheena Powell, Author

    I am a local poet living in New Bern - a transplant from my native Miami, Florida. A scientist by trade, a poet by heart, an activist by conviction, and a yoga teacher by nature, I am passionate about communicating truth. I've been on a years-long journey to complete my first collection of poems,...

  3. Tom Kies, Award winning best selling author, speaker and mentor

    Thomas Kies, the Edgar nominated author of the critically acclaimed Geneva Chase Mystery Series, has worked for newspapers and magazines for 30 years, primarily in New York and New England. Random Road, was given a starred review as well as named debut of the month in the Library Journal. Kirkus...

  4. Scott Jones, Author

    W. Scott Jones is an American author of Southern multi-genre fiction, drawing heavily on his 30-year career as a public school history teacher, high school football coach, and athletic director. Born in Alapaha, Georgia, and raised near Sumter, South Carolina, the University of South Carolina...

  5. Carol Baldwin, Author, Publicist, and more!

    Meet Carol Baldwin, Author, Writing Teacher and Speaker. Carol is a multi award winning author. Her book Half Truths is the winner most recently of the prestigious NC AAUW Young People’s Literature Award! Carol is also part of the Monarch Educational Services. Support the show

  6. Joan Aubele

    Meet award winning, best selling author Joan Aubele. Author of The Dance and Hearts Ablaze. Support the show

  7. Dale Austin, Poet, Author, Storyteller

    Dale Austin launched his new book Putting Salt on a Bird's Tail. This beautiful nostalgic collection of poetry is sure to resonate with everyone who gets a chance to experience it. Support the show

  8. Lori Closter, Author and horsewoman

    Lori Closter is a wife, mom, grammy, and lifelong writer and horse lover who is fulfilling her dream of giving people hope and faith through stories. A native New Yorker with degrees from Cornell (BA) and Temple Universities (MA), she served as writer/assistant producer on various projects,...

  9. Laura Rader, Author

    Hatfield 1677 author Laura Rader discusses her debut novel and what she is working on now. Laura’s debut historical fiction, Hatfield 1677, was published by Acorn Publishing, LLC in 2024, winning several awards and reader and critical praise. Kirkus Reviews calls it & quot;a moving work,...

  10. Carol Baldwin, Author, Publicist

    Carol Baldwin is a author passionate about all things literary: reading, writing, and teaching writing. I live in Charlotte, NC, am a team member of Write2Ignite, and am a volunteer publicist for Monarch Educational Services. Carol hs written for many local and national publications and presented...

  11. Nan Jones, Author

    Nan Jones is an author from Ashe County, NC. She has a very interesting story about connecting with God, surviving some tough blows to her marriage and moving forward. I think you will enjoy this. Support the show

  12. A Melody in My Heart is Rosemary Long's latest release

    Rosemary's poetry truly is a melody to read and hear. This is her second release of poetry. I think you will enjoy meeting her and finding out what inspires her to write. Support the show

  13. Lisa Tomey-Zonneveld, Publisher, and Author

    Lisa is the owner of Prolific Pulse Press LLC, and works with our writers on their literary journey, helping to bring out the most from their work. It starts with an idea, then moves on to a rough draft, editing, and finally, publication.​ ​Prolific Pulse Press LLC helps authors produce high...

  14. Robert Monath, Atty

    Robert Monath is a copyright attorney and is very well versed in intellectual property. He practices in Washington, NC. Support the show

  15. Michelle Garren Flye. Author, Producer, and Book Store Owner

    Michelle Garren Flye is the author of various works of poetry. She publishes a literary journal, produces plays and owns Next Chapter Books in New Bern. I know you will enjoy getting to know her better. Support the show

  16. C. Hope Clark Author

    C. Hope Clark is the author of The Carolina Slade Mysteries, The Edisto Island Mysteries, and The Craven County Mysteries. She’s editor of FundsforWriters, one of the Writer’s Digest 101 Best Websites for Writers and published in The Writer Magazine, Writer’s Digest, Guide to Literary Agents,...

  17. Author Mandy Monath

    Mandy Monath is a writer of children’s books, poetry, essays, short stories, and plays. A native of North Carolina, Mandy has always loved good writing of every kind and prizes precise and clear language, vivid imagery and lively dialogue. Her recent children’s book draws inspiration from her...

  18. William Lewis, PhD NCSU

    Meet William Lewis, professor at NCSU Support the show

  19. Donna Campbell Smith, Author

    Donna Campbell Smith is not only an Author, Artist, Photographer, but one of the founding members of Carolina Piedmont Writers Guild. Her new book of poetry is the first poetry book that she has ever published. She has written poetry for many years, so I know you will love this collection as much...

  20. Molly Clark

    Molly Clark is an illustrator for children's books. I thought you would enjoy getting to know that side of the business. Support the show

  21. Tonya Holy Elk, Author

    A published poet, Masters in Fine Arts (MFA) in Creative Writing (Poetry) with an Indigenous Literature focus, an Honors Graduate from Oklahoma City University (OKCU), and obtained my Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in American Indian Studies. I serve as a selected liasion by the NC Poet Laureate, Jaki...

  22. Leo Daughtry, Political Leader, Author

    Longtime North Carolina political leader Leo Daughtry grew up among the tobacco fields of Sampson County, and those experiences are the inspiration behind his debut novel releasing this summer. While fiction, the book draws from Leo's own upbringing amidst the lush tobacco fields of North…

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  23. Angelo Getter, Poet and Judge with Kakalak

    Angelo Getter is an accomplished poet and Poet Laureate of Rock Hill, SC. He is also a judge for the annual Kakalak contest. The contest ends May 31, 2024 so be sure and get your entries in. I think you will enjoy getting to know Angelo. Support the show

  24. Dr. MIndi Jentes

    Do you ever want to wail like a baby? One giant gasp of air followed by a wail so powerful you collapse to your knees doubled over in agony. Your face turns a dark purplish-blue, while your mouth opens as wide as the chasm you feel in your soul. Like a powerful compactor, your entire body…

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  25. Sherri Hollister Author

    Cushing Publishing is excited to announce that have published The Applegate Mystery Series Book #1for Sherri L. Hollister! How to Sabotage a Wild West Sowavailable now! Sherri is an only child, married to her romantic hero for over 30 years, raised six sons, has 23 grandchildren, and published 12...

  26. Derek Smith, Author

    ​Cushing Publishing is excited to announce that author Derek Smith’s new book Golf Widows will be available on January 30, 2024! Golf Widows is a sexy, humorous odyssey for those who savor the guilty pleasures of high-society intrigue, lust, and hot-blooded mystiqueat fictional Atlanta and…

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  27. Tom Kies, Author

    Thomas Kies is the author of the critically acclaimed Geneva Chase mystery series. In 2022, he was Edgar nominated by the Mystery Writers of America for the Sue Grafton Memorial Award for his book Shadow Hill. He has a long history of working for newspapers and magazines, primarily in New England...

  28. Tracy McKinley, Author

    Meet Tracy McKinley, author of Orville Finds Friends. A beautiful children;s book about being different. Support the show

  29. Bill Furney, Author

    A former tank commander, journalist, and crisis communication professional, William Charles Furney has tapped into a lifetime of experiences and adventures to craft riveting novels such as Black Hearts White Bones (a love, hate, revenge story about two real pirates Anne Bonny and Mary Read),...

  30. Tim Reinhardt, Author

    Tim Reinhardt Author, film maker, and Director from Raleigh, NC Support the show

  31. Charles Clemmons, Author

    Charles M. Clemmons was born at home in the countryside near Clayton, North Carolina, on what is now a state forest. Growing up in the American South, working on his father's farm, and exploring 300 acres of forest accompanied solely by his faithful dog Snowball, proved to be formative life...

  32. Carol Baldwin, Author

    Before turning to writing for children, Carol Baldwin published Friendship Counseling: Biblical Foundations for Helping Others and Teaching the Story: Fiction Writing in Grades 4-8. Carol enjoys teaching writing and has presented at many educators and writing conferences. She has published widely...

  33. Annette Saunooke Clapsddle, Author

    Annette Saunooke Clapsaddle, an enrolled citizen of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians and resides in Qualla, NC with her husband, Evan and sons Ross and Charlie. She holds degrees from Yale University and the College of William and Mary. Her debut novel, Even As We Breathe, was released by the...

  34. Cherilyn Bisbano, Author

    Cherilyn Bisbano Author of Shine Don’t Whine. Cherilyn is part of the Billy Graham Library Staff and more! Support the show

  35. Debra Lewis, Author

    Debra Lewis is a retired CPA and lives in Tarboro, North Carolina She wrote a wonderful book about being an entrepreneur. I know you will enjoy it. Support the show

  36. Jen Lowry, Publisher Monarch Books

    Dr. Jen Lowry is North Carolina born and raised, still holding on to that country slang that is unique to the small town of Maxton she loves so much in Robeson County. She's the owner of Monarch Educational Services, a traditional press publishing MG and YA clean reads. She is an avid enthusiast…

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  37. Alison Hendrix, Author

    Alison Hendrix is an author of childrens books.. Multiple titles are available on Amazon. Her latest work The Talking Tree is a huge success! I know you will enjoy getting to know this very sweet mom and author! Support the show

  38. Donna Everhart, Best Selling Author

    Donna Everhart is the USA Today bestselling author of vivid, authentic Southern fiction, including the Southeastern Library Association Award-winning The Road to Bittersweet, the Indie Next Pick, Amazon Spotlight/Debut Pick, The Education of Dixie Dupree, The Forgiving Kind, and The Moonshiner’s...

  39. Michelle Berger, Author, Past President of NCWN

    Michelle Berger is the past President of the North Carolina Writers Network.. Michele Tracy Berger is a professor, a blogger, a creativity expert and a pug-lover. She’s passionate about all of these ways of being in the world and plays with the order that she avidly pursues them. She is associate...

  40. Bobby Shealy, Chef, Real Estate Broker, Humanitarian

    If you like Charleston and southern cooking do not miss this wonderful curation A Taste of Living in Charleston. It is filled with things that will trigger all your senses and make you want to cook, eat, cook and eat some more. Support the show

  41. Kimothy Munroe, Author

    Follow this exciting serial killer case as Kimothy Munroe, retired law enforcement officer takes us on a journey of murder, clues and sorrow. This true crime thriller is bound to keep you on the edge of your seat. Support the show

  42. Sarah Maury Swan, Author

    Sarah Swan is an author from New Bern, NC. In her books. Sarah's novels, "Terror's Identity," "Emily's Ride to Courage," and "Earthquakes" are available through http://sarahmauryswanlovesbook.com , Amazon,...

  43. Lisa Gennosa, Author, PA

    Lisa Gennossa's first book Incurable Hope takes a look at addiction from a parents point of view. Open, warm and honest I think you will enjoy getting to know her and how she dealt with this problem. Support the show

  44. Inez Ribustello, Author, Somalier, Business Owner

    What happens when the life you’ve always dreamed of disappears in the blink of an eye? For Inez Ribustello, that day came twenty years ago on September 11th, 2001. Inez worked very hard and climbed the ladder in the restaurant world. Her dream job was working at the Twin Towers in a restaurant...

  45. L. Diane Wolfe, Author, Publisher

    L. Diane Wolfe, Author has a new book! Known as “Spunk On A Stick,” Wolfe is a member of the National Speakers Association. She conducts seminars on book publishing, promoting, leadership, and goal-setting and is the author of seven books. She travels extensively for media interviews and speaking...

  46. Kay Whatley, Author

    Kay Whatley is an Author, Publisher and Editor of The Grey Area News and member of the Franklin County Arts Council! Listen in to find out what publishing a newspaper and multiple books is like! Support the show

  47. Oakley Baldwin, author, tv host, historian

    Oakley Baldwin is a retired deputy sheriff from West Virginia. He and his wife Doris have written and published more than 27 book! He hosts a pbs television show and does public speaking! He will be teaching at the Triangle East Writers workshop on Feb. 25. I know you will enjoy getting to know...

  48. Chad Hollamon, Author, Motivational Speaker and Federal Prison Coach

    Chad Hollamon has a new book out Cries for Carteret. In this book, Chad tells us about his life experience. Chad at one time was a drug dealer. He was arrested and sentenced to 40 years in Federal Prison. During his time in prison, Chad found change, a new opportunity in life, and after 18 years…

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  49. Dr. Julia Fisher, Author, Editor and Horsewoman

    Meet Dr. Julia Dorfman Fisher. University professor, Professional Editor, Author, World Traveler and Adventurer. Julia has spent her life in academic world teaching, and molding our young adults and helping them prepare for their careers. She is also a professional editor. She has studied all…

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  50. Stuart Lee, Author

    Meet Stuart Lee. Stuart has done everything in the field of technical writing! His accomplishments include speeches for Barack Obama, Colin Powell, hundreds of bills and political documents as well as technical reports for various federal agencies. I think you will enjoy getting to know more…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

A literary podcast featuring writers from the Carolinas. Listen to them discuss their journeys, their successes, failures, and lessons learned.

HOSTED BY

Rose Cushing

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A literary podcast featuring writers from the Carolinas. Listen to them discuss their journeys, their successes, failures, and lessons learned.

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