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Pat Backley is an author, born in England but now based in Auckland, New Zealand. She is a mother to one beautiful daughter. Passionate about people and travelling the world, she has spent 70 years living a colourful and interesting life and her books reflect these passions. She has always been fascinated by social history and the lives of ordinary people and believes their stories should be told. “It is a way of honouring my ancestors. They have no voice, so I will make sure their stories are heard.” Her published books include DAISY a historical family saga (1887 -1974) and her own memoirs: FROM THERE TO HERE, WITH AN AWFUL LOT IN BETWEEN. She has also co-authored: THE WARRIOR WOMEN PROJECT. A SISTERHOOD OF IMMIGRATION To learn more about Pat, visit her website: www.patbackley.com

Opportunity for former guest to contact show, and follow up, and for listeners to call in and ask questions regarding topics from previous shows.

About the author: Robert Blake Whitehill is a Maryland Eastern Shore native, and an award-winning screenwriter at the Hamptons International Film Festival, and the Hudson Valley Film Festival. He is also an Alfred P. Sloan Foundation award winner for his feature script U.X.O. (UNEXPLODED ORDNANCE). He is also a contributing writer to Chesapeake Bay Magazine. DEADRISE, NITRO EXPRESS, and TAP RACK BANG are the first three novels of the Ben Blackshaw Series. Find out more about the author, his blog, upcoming releases, and the Chesapeake Bay at: www.robertblakewhitehill.com

About the author Jan Goldyn is the author of the Novella, Coal Town Girls. "Evocative, the voice distinctive --0 with beautifully atmospheric scenes," according to Kathy Bratkowski, author and Emmy-award winning producer. Coming of age in a 1940s coal-mining town in the Appalachians of Pennsylvania, the best friends navigate life in a severe yet beautiful setting. Jan is currently working on a prequel which she hopes to debut in the spring, 2025.

About the Author Mary L. Schmidt is a multi-hyphenate and writes under her given name and a pen name, S. Jackson, along with her husband Michael, pen name A Raymond. She grew up in a small Kansas (USA) town and has lived in more than one state since then. At this time, Mary and her husband split their time between homes in Kansas and Colorado as they love the mountains and off road four-wheeling. Traveling is one of their most favorite things to do and Mary always has a book to read on her Kindle. Books are one of her favorite things. When she was younger, it seemed like every time she turned around, a new library card was needed due to the current one being stamped complete. Diving into a good book made any day perfect and you would be surprised at the number of books she read over and over. Mary has written 48 books thus far, and they range from art book, recipe book, children's books, several memoirs, and romance books. As a child, Mary drew paper dolls, and clothes for them, using watercolor as her medium when painting scenes, especially flowers. She continued with art in high school exploring a wide variety of mediums such as jewelry making, ceramics, leather works, drawing, painting and more! Her creative loves to be an amateur shutterbug and she has an online art gallery. In college, she went into the sciences, and received a bachelor's degree in the Science of Nursing. Throughout her nursing career, Michael assisted Mary in her work with The American Cancer Society, March of Dimes, Cub and Boy Scouts, and sponsored children alongside his wife on music trips. Mary's nursing career was highly successful, and she hung up her nursing hat in December 2012. Mary and Michael love to read, fish, play poker, go Jeeping, and travel, especially to visit their grandson, Austin, and granddaughter, Emma.

About the Author F. D. STEWART is a South Carolinian author who knows that Final Draft is all about boundaries in life. Stewart has a talent that performs many different subjects or styles of writing and different varieties of novels to entertain the world we live in. This is a rare jewel that came out from among people to show the world what it means to become one of the world's finest novelist who has ever written stories and who would  astound  the minds of many people that did not believe it would ever come to reality... Tragedy has struck, leaving a family in an uproar over the death of a loved one who failed to observe the law. They broke the one code of silence that was held against their will causing a war against a family who was left in the dark about an unknown secret that unravels into elements of surprises they never knew existed.

About the author Fran Lewis: Fran worked in the NYC Public Schools as the Reading and Writing Staff Developer for over 36 years. She has three master’s degrees and a PD in Supervision and Administration. Currently, she is a member of Who's Who of America's Teachers and Who's Who of America's Executives from Cambridge. In addition, she is the author of three children's books and a fourth that has just been published on Alzheimer's disease in order to honor her mom and help create more awareness for a cure. The title of my new Alzheimer’s book is Memories are Precious: Alzheimer’s Journey; Ruth’s story and Sharp as a Tack and Scrambled Eggs Which Describes Your Brain? Fran is the author of 13 titles and completed by 14th titled A Daughter’s Promise. Fran has four titles in her Faces Behind the Stones series and her magazine is MJ magazine. Her next title Silent Voices will be released this July. She was the musical director for shows in her school and ran the school's newspaper. Fran writes reviews for authors upon request and for several other site. Here is the link to her radio show www.blogtalkradio.com, Her network if MJ network on Blog Talk Radio. You can also find her reviews on just reviews on WordPress. Mj network on blog talk radio is her network. She interviews seasoned authors, plus law enforcement officers, doctors and more. She has been a reviewer for major publishing companies and her review site is Just Reviews on Wordpress.

Judy Snider has written two picture books, one of which (Goldy's Baby Socks, a Cat Writer's Association Muse Award Winner and Mom's Choice Award Winner) is also published in Spanish. She writes novels of suspense: her Back-to-Back thriller series Too Late To Run, The Donation Man and Break-In by World Castle Publishers. Betrayed, which she has co-authored with her husband, Gil Snider, will be released 4/1/2024. Judy is the proud mom of two grown sons. She lives with her cat, Bailey, and her husband, Gil. She is a member of Hampton Roads Writers, James River Writers and The Cat Writer's Association.

Kathryn Lane writes mystery and suspense novels usually set in foreign countries. In her award-winning Nikki Garcia Mystery Series, her protagonist is a private investigator based in Miami who travels extensively to investigate crime cases. Her latest novel, Murder in Monte Carlo, is set in Italy and Monaco. Her stand-alone novel, Stolen Diary, is an award-winning coming-of-age novel about Jasmin, a socially awkward math genius. Kathryn’s short story collection, Backyard Volcano and Other Mysteries of the Heart, is also an award-winner. It relates stories set in Texas, New Mexico, and Mexico. Kathryn and her husband, Bob Hurt, reside in Texas. They often travel for Kathryn to gather information and to do research for her novels.

Previous guest such as Katherine Bailey and Gary Parker have fascinating writing backgrounds and they provide great insite on story telling, writing style, etc. This will be a great opportunity for the audience to ask questions about these two writers and thier work.  

A guitarist, a philosopher, and a natural-born leader with a ponytail walk onto a football field. In the heart of a small mountain town where football reigns supreme and tradition casts long shadows, Ms. Chelsea Deal defies the norm. Amid the echoes of clashing helmets and the roar of a crowd, Chelsea, a former big-city lawyer now cast as the interim head coach for the undefeated Rabon Knights, becomes the unexpected mentor for two young players whose dreams echo her own. Palmer, a reclusive teenager brimming with untapped talent, and Ty, an old soul fighting the gravest of battles, join forces with Chelsea to overcome their differences and fight for a championship. As the season unfolds, so do the lives of these characters as each one strives to defeat personal challenges. Chelsea, with her keen instincts and generous spirit, seeks to rewrite the rules in a town slow to accept her. Palmer, elusive and insecure, navigates the pain of a dysfunctional family and the pull of interests beyond football. And Ty, the quarterback whose bright future is threatened by a deadly adversary, searches for strength in the power of unlikely friendships. From the smoky aroma of Southern barbecue to the indomitable spirit of a team that refuses to yield, The Playbook captures the essence of what it means to fight for every inch, every down, every dream. as a team. This story reminds us of the possibilities when we allow our instincts to take charge-when the game is no longer just a game, but a catalyst for life-altering experiences. Join us on the field and beyond, as Chelsea, Palmer, and Ty show us that sometimes, the most profound victories don't come with a score. Sometimes, when we break through our defenses, both literal and metaphorical, we find glory in unexpected places. And, sometimes, the games aren't just played, but felt, and the characters aren't just written, but lived.

Nemesis is an utterly immersive twist of fact and fiction. Memphis, Tennessee has risen to become the city known for the most crime in the United States. A community that once thrived has succumbed to widespread fear. Fueled by rising anger, many residents unite through social media in protest against the relentless waves of shootings, thefts, and assaults. Frustrated by the lack of answers and support from City Officials, concerned citizens are met only with bureaucratic indifference. Residents are faced with the stark reality of an overburdened justice system where jails are bursting at the seams, ejecting offenders back onto the streets within hours of arrest, courtesy of the flawed administrative policies. United by a common determination, a group of friends converge to form the Blues City Vigilantes—a modern-day band of Robin Hood Crusaders. Amidst horrific circumstances, Dr. Jorge Jefferson, a brilliant Neuropsychologist from River City NeuroCognition Clinic, unearths the roots of the barbaric criminal behavior. In a gripping turn of events, the Blues City Vigilantes take control, unleashing justice to cleanse the streets of merciless thugs.

How do stories impact our lives? Who do they have that affect on us?

Hurricane Helene cost significant damage to several States. Communication was down as well due to down wires, which cost my podcast to be down for twelve (12) days, but it is finally back up, and now I will test to make sure all is well.

This is a story about four friends who grew up together in rural northern New Jersey. The four are close enough to be brothers- chosen family- whose loyalty and love for one another becomes a powerful force in their lives growing up. But when the boys witness a tragic accident befall a local police officer, they are severely impacted, especially upon learning the full extent of the injury. As the boys witness the impact of the tragedy on their friend's wife and family, they create a pact: if any one of the boys should ever become a mental or physical burden to their friends or family, the remaining friends need to end their life. Decades later, once the boys grow up to be men, they are devastated to learn that due to a horrible accident, one of them meets the condition they had described in the pact. The remaining friends connect with one another and set off on a journey to get to their soul brother to fulfill their fateful obligation. A compelling, frequently funny story about reconnection, friendship, and love that asks the question....?? can the boys fulfill the pact and murder their friend this many years later and with so much to lose? ??

Questions on topics from previous shows.

About the author Victoria J. Mondloch, M.D. is a recently retired physician from Waukesha, Wisconsin. President and Founder of Victoria J. Mondloch, MD, SC., she was also the Medical Director of Wisconsin Stem Cell LLC. With over 35 years of experience, she specialized in women’s health, family medicine, and preventative health & wellness. Dr. Mondloch earned her medical degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin. Her approach was to educate and empower her patients to better understand their bodies and maintain healthy lifestyle habits. Dr. Mondloch specialized in bio-identical hormone counseling for women AND men. Recognized as an NAPW VIP Woman of the Year by the National Association of Professional Women and Medical Director of the year 2020 by IAOTP as well as IAOTP Most Empowered Female Physician of 2022 and Lifetime Achievement 2023.  

What did detectives find in Catherine’s childhood home? Who is the monstrous predator her birth mother harbored? How long can family secrets stay buried? What is life like growing up a statistic in a world full of abused children? My name is Catherine Mellen and this is my continuing life story.

Kim Simons has acted in movies for television and appeared in network productions. She is a member of the Screen Actors Guild.  Driven to have a creative outlet and inspired to create more meaningful roles for women, all of her screenplays and novels feature strong women.  She attended UCLA Extension writers program.  She has received many outstanding comments by Hollywood’s top producers.  She has started her first novel series, starting with, “Dance of Deception” featuring her main character Kira Michaels.  She is very active in community service, is a board member on numerous charitable organizations and has made many public speaking engagements.  Her passion is to continue to create roles for women.

What book are you reading? Learning, gaining knowledge, and discovering informationEscaping reality, becoming immersed in another world, and the enjoyment they get from using their imaginationsEntertainment and relaxationPersonal or professional growthTo gain purpose, persevere through difficulty, and unlock parts of themselves they didn’t even know existed

Jennifer Irwin’s debut novel, A Dress the Color of the Sky, was published in 2017 and has received rave reviews, won seven book awards, and was optioned for a feature film. Jennifer’s short stories have appeared in numerous literary publications including California’s Emerging Writers: An Anthology of Fiction. Jennifer is represented by Prentis Literary and currently resides in Los Angeles.

Talk about topics from previous shows such as anthologies, writing styles, inspirations, book to audio etc. 

Today Holbrook has concentrated the majority of his efforts on writing historically based fiction novels that take place in modern times. He loves connected his readers to the past but giving them a good old fashioned mystery and conspiracy thriller to keep them on the edge of their seats and turning those pages. He and his family love to travel and their travel has deeply influenced his writing. Holbrook is a regular keynote motivational speaker on transforming local economies, communities, companies, and individuals into effective agents of progress and healthy lifestyle and workforce choices. He works on the design, negotiation and attraction of business cases that will attract capital to projects and locales to create jobs and stimulate growth in local economies through economic development policies. He is a Fellow Member of the International Economic Development Council. Holbrook lives in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Lorraine Carey is a retired children's reading specialist, teacher and an International Award-Winning Author. She has taught in many states in the US and provided reading services for students at a private school on Grand Cayman, where she lived with her husband for nine years. She was a city gal, living in Orange County, California until fate whisked her away to the Caribbean where life was very different from the one she was accustomed to. Trading in her fashionable heels for flip-flops was quite a change, but led to a lifestyle that allowed for a writing career to begin.

Framed against the Allied occupation of postwar Germany, the emerging Cold War and a classic English poem, The Wind From New Jersey is a story set in an era when mental illness was considered a sign of weakness. It traces the lives of two young Englishmen, the emotionally disturbed spy Daniel Lincoln and the narcissistic criminal Ronald Hunt. The Berlin Wall of 1961 has curtailed Western espionage in East Germany. In 1964 Britain’s MI6 and the American CIA plot to rectify this. But MI6 has a secret agenda. Daniel and Ronald become embroiled in separate but interdependent games of no-win Cold War cat and mouse. While all the while, as Daniel’s untreated illness rages, friend battles friend as much as foe. A taut, stealthily seductive psychological tale of intrigue and human frailty, The Wind From New Jersey is a book perfect for lovers of gritty, edge of your seat espionage thrillers.

Lorraine Carey is a retired children's reading specialist, teacher and, an International Award-Winning Author.  Her love for paranormal stories and urban legends began at a young age, when staying up all night to watch spooky movies or reading a scary book started a lifelong passion. Lorraine is no stranger to the paranormal, as she has encountered many unexplainable events during her lifetime. Many of those events have been woven into her fiction tales. Published novels include: Losing Ground, a short memoir, followed by Mysteries of the Red Coyote Inn, Out of the Ashes, Jonathan's Locket, The Last Vestal Virgin and Beloved Sacrifice. These novels are paranormal with a mix of historical fiction, woven with urban legends and suitable for young adults to adults. A Rock Star Reader by Kindergarten is a self-help guide for parents on creating a successful reader and lifelong lover of literacy. The Good Teacher and On Borrowed Time are her latest works in the Women of the Willow Wood Series. This Award-Winning series is based on legends of an underground secret society of women who use ancient magic. Supernatural thriller, Jonathan’s Locket was a 2014 winner in the Readers’ Favorite contest, earning a Silver Award and a finalist in the Wind Dancer Film Contest. This Young Adult novel featured some of the island legends out of Grand Cayman surrounding the shipwreck of The Ten Sails.  

Too much competition in printing hard and soft-cover books and the market is oversaturated. It is a growing market for those individuals, who plan to publish a book for the first time, and for those writers who've written and published multiple books, but are struggling in sales.  

Audiobooks is great source of business for authors. However, some authors prefer to hire someone else to do their work for them such as a voice actor. Should writers take advantage of narrating their work or let someone else take the credit?

Some audiences or groups enjoy a fairytale (happily ever after) story. Compared to others who enjoy a cliffhanger (open-ended) story where it leaves the audience or group with more questions than answers and look forward to a sequel. Which one do you prefer?

For some time now I have been asked if what I do is just a hobby and if it's my goal? Yes, many writers out there just do it for fun or to write for themselves like a memoir where the writer can look back at their notes to recount a memory, but that is not my goal. My goal is to inspire others while at the same time enjoying the work that I do as an author and maybe become a full-time author.

Over the years there have been great movies that originally came from great stories written by authors, who no one has ever heard of, and sometimes from popular authors, However, some movies do not provide the same magic as their counterparts and leave quite a bit of material out of the story. This sometimes upsets the audience and the author, because of the changes made in the story to make the movie more enjoyable for the audience. Is this fair to the author, and fans of the story?  

My good friend Mathew Burdette always wanted to write a book but was too afraid to do so, due to fear of rejection or failure, but was thrilled to know that I the host was a writer and had published several books. This inspired Mathew, so he advised me, that he would someday write and publish a book. It has been about two years now, and Mathew contacted me on Facebook and told me, that he finished his new book, which was published on Amazon.