Exploring the People Behind the Stories of History with Author Sharon Virts (E111)
In today’s episode I am chatting with Sharon Virts. Sharon’s latest novel The Grays of Truth was released yesterday, congratulations Sharon!
Exploring the Heart of Jerusalem with Nicole Jansezian (E110)
In today’s episode I am chatting with Nicole Jansezian.
To Your Health: A Lifestyle of Health, Happiness, and Confidence with Esther Avant (E108)
In today’s episode I am chatting with Esther Avant.
Manifest Your Dream Life Book Flight with Author Jennifer Blanchard (E107)
In today’s episode I am chatting with Jennifer Blanchard.
Soap Operas, Family Sagas & the Immigrant Experience with Alina Adams (E101)
In today’s episode, I am chatting with Alina Adams. Alina is a New Your Time best-selling author, soap opera insider and pioneer in online storytelling. She was born in the Soviet Union and immigrated with her parents to the U.S. at age 7, where she learned English by watching American soap operas at their home in San Francisco. Alina’s childhood and immigration experience was the inspiration for her two latest historical fiction novels, “The Nesting Dolls” (2020) and “My Mother’s Secret: A Novel of the Jewish Autonomous Region” (2022).
Horses, History and the Making of a Novel with Nicole Miller (E91)
In today’s episode, I am chatting with Nicole Miller. Nicole lives in Southwest Washington state with her husband and two sons, along with her two purebred Arabian horses, chickens, ducks, dogs, cats, and guinea pigs. When she is not writing or tending the animals, she works in human resources. Nicole’s debut novel, Until Our Time Comes, was released yesterday - congratulations Nicole! It is one of the best historical novels I have read so far this year!
Non-Fiction Books for Navigating Motherhood and Mindset with Erin Roese (E88)
In today's episode, I am chatting with Erin Roese. Erin is a homeschooling mama to 3 littles ages 7,5 and almost 3 and 2 angel babies. A co-author of a #1 best seller with Kimberly Olson and podcast host /executive producer of the Dear Mama, You’re going to find your joy again podcast. After going through her first miscarriage, she began the journey back to the new version of herself to find joy again in her motherhood journey. I am excited to have Erin on the show today. Happy listening!
Book Flight | Memoirs and Collections of Personal Essays with Katherine Snow Smith (E84)
In today's episode, I am chatting with Katherine Snow Smith. Katherine is a Raleigh native and has lived throughout the south as a newspaper reporter, editor, daughter, sister, mother, wife, divorcee and friend. Her memoir, Stepping on the Blender & Other Times Life Gets Messy was publishing in November 2023. Katherine shared all about the writing of her book, including how funny life can be, but also the experience of sharing the raw and honest essays. She talks about the differences in writing as a reporter versus for personal essay. We chatted about how we can feel connected through reading, library tips with young children, as well as a fabulous gift idea for your friends! I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Happy listening!
Life Lessons and Historical Autobiographies with Trunnis Goggins II (E80)
In today’s episode, I am chatting with Trunnis Goggins. Trunnis is an educator, author and consultant for small businesses and higher-rated institutions. Trunnis is also the host of a podcast called The 4 P’s of You. The 4 P’s are Passion, Planning, Purpose and Persistence, which are all essentail in our life journeys towards success.This episode is sure to inspire you. Happy listening!
The Power and Impact of Books with J.D. McCabe (E75)
In today’s episode, I am chatting with J.D. “Danny” McCabe. J.D. is a Pittsburgh, PA native, and the author of The Third Gift, a true story about a tumultuous marriage gone wrong. He now speaks with organizations across the country about his experiences. Danny was encouraged to share this unbelievable voyage in rediscovering himself by the many people who witnessed and heard about his journey first hand. Happy listening!