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Author Deborah Burns joins us today on this episode of "Once and Future Authors" to discuss her successful career and all of the lessons she has learned along the way!Deborah Burns, a media chief innovation officer for brands, was always focused on helping her clients in the most beneficial way possible. Living and working in the "Corporate World of America," Burns was hyper-aware of what needed to be done and how to do it. She has always found fulfillment in relating with people and helping them.Her life has taken many twists and turns, and a couple of years back was when it took her to write her memoir. Focused on her atypical relationship with her mother while growing up, and then on how she learns to deal with it, and uncover her mother's secrets as an adult, "Saturday's Child" is an important read. A fascinating depiction of the searing, powerful bond that exists between all mothers and daughters, "Saturday’s Child" is a mesmerizing, eye-opening read for any daughter who’s ever tried to figure out where her mother ends and she begins.Deborah's next book, "Authorize It!: Think Like a Writer to Win at Work & Life" joins her virtual corporate Workshops and online Courses to nurture talent, inspire personal and professional development, and help everyone live up to their potential and have more successful careers.On this insightful episode, Deborah helps listeners to realize that it's okay to be unsure about your next move, but that our own character journeys will reveal what we need to do with what we are given.Join us as Deborah uncovers many truths that authors, businesses, and readers alike, all must face!Learn more about Deborah Burns on her website: https://deborahburnsauthor.com/Find "Authorize It!" and "Saturday's Child" on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Deborah-Burns/e/B07KMBHL51/ref=dp_byline_cont_pop_ebooks_1Follow Red Penguin on Facebook @betweenthecoverstv

We welcome, the distinguished, Christina Hoag, Author of the YA novel "Girl on the Brink" on this episode of the "Once and Future Authors" Podcast!Christina, a former journalist, has written about a myriad of topics, writing for publications like Associated Press, the New York Times, Latin America For Time, Financial Times, and many more. She has won prizes for enterprise reporting and interpretive writing, as well as getting tangled up in gang issues, being suspected of drug trafficking, and interviewing billionaires! You'd never believe all that she has lived through!From her experiences, she channels them into her fiction writing. Her noir crime novel Skin of Tattoos was a finalist for the Silver Falchion Award for suspense, while her YA thriller Girl on the Brink was named one of Suspense Magazine’s Best of YA. She also co-authored Peace in the Hood: Working with Gang Members to End the Violence, which is being used in several universities. Her essays and fiction have won prizes from the International Human Rights Arts Festival and the Soul-Making Keats Literary Competition."Girl on the Brink" is a powerful story that touches on the intricacies and red flags of dating violence. Readers admire the realistic nature of this book, what emotions it evokes of them, and what they can learn from it. Following detailed characters with a suspenseful story, this novel is a must-read.Watch now as we discuss with Christina, her novels, her writing process, what the future holds, and more!Find "Girl on the Brink" by Christina Hoag on Amazon!https://www.amazon.com/Girl-Brink-Christina-Hoag/dp/168046339X/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=girl+on+the+brink&qid=1623131967&s=books&sr=1-2Learn more about Christina, her novels, and her work, on her website! https://www.christinahoag.com/Follow Red Penguin on Facebook @betweenthecoverstv

Meet author Dennis Galloway, author of Amazon #1 Best-Selling Fantasy and Adventure Fiction Novel, The Pen: Sultan's Wisdom, actor and student of the world. Dennis has been writing intriguing and exciting stories since the age of 8 years old. Growing up with an active, vivid imagination, and having lived and traveled around the world, experiencing many cultures, he has honed his experiences to create exciting fiction and fantasy for children and adults, as well as documentaries, videos, and a wide range of other media experiences.In addition to the novel, The Pen, Dennis has authored 10 self-help books and produced documentaries, videos and a wide range of other media experiences. He is inspired by his dreams, imagination, and personal experiences to create fantasy worlds that can teach readers important life lessons. Dennis is inspired to help writers realize how their choices create their future; he believes if they knew they had the power within to make a difference, it would help take their books from an idea to reality.

D. C. Gomez is an award winner, USA Today Best-selling Author, public speaker, mentor and podcaster. She writes in multiple genres from Urban Fantasy, Contemporary Lit, YA, Children’s Books, and even Devotionals. She has a quirky and at times dark sense of humor that can be seen across her different books.When she is not creating new stories, D. C. is working on her podcast, Inside the Minds of Authors. The podcast features upcoming and popular authors with new episodes each Friday. These fun and inspiring conversations provide the listeners with an inside look at the creation process of books as well as the charisma of the authors.

Amy writes novels, plays, poems and hybrid forms of fiction that explore the intersection of politics and culture. Some of her work is realistic, some is experimental. Some of it is dystopian, some is what Amy calls reality-fantasy. Amy's titles include The Potrero Complex, The Nighthawkers, Dreams of Song Times, and Fran: The Second Time Around.

Suvendu Tripathy, Author of “The Crepe Jasmines,” joins us today as we delve into the life, dreams, and future, of Partha Sarathi Panda, a young man from India who's got the world ahead of him.Suvendu writes about the complexities that Partha has to deal with, from starting off in a small rural town to then living in the city, finding his way through religion, economic status, society, and seeing where he fits in with it all. This novel focuses on the struggles of a family, intertwined with cultural issues, and is an inspiring story that everyone should read.On this episode, we discuss his novel, how he found his story, brought it to life, how he weaved the story together with such captivating style, and what’s next! With 5 Star Reviews, readers rave about how fulfilling this beautiful story is and how it makes them reflect on their own lives.When Suvendu isn’t writing, he works as a Data Scientist. Graduating with Physics honors and working on an MBA, he worked in Marketing Research and later moved to Data Science. He writes while working at home in Bangalore, but he grew up in Odisha, which is where his main character, Partha, grew up. Suvendu used his experience from growing up in a village to help make a very detailed novel with clear, yet elaborate characters.Everyone should go pick up “The Crepe Jasmines” to be enlightened about Indian life and culture, to learn, and to grow themselves as they are inspired by the experiences throughout this novel! Find it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1637770626/ref=as_sl_pc_as_ss_li_til?tag=stephanielark-20&linkCode=w00&linkId=9984a09c8bf448c01c2d35295c932c71&creativeASIN=1637770626#customerReviews

On this episode of the "Once and Future Authors" Podcast, we welcome the renowned Joanne Rock. Joanne has written over one hundred romance novels and isn't stopping soon! She is a USA Today Bestselling Author, so come hear what she has to say about how such a successful author got her start!Joanne Rock has written many different series', including "Harlequin Desire," "Dynasties: Mesa Falls," "Texas Playmakers," and more! Focusing on romance, but jumping from sub-genre to sub-genre, Joanne has a book for anyone and everyone. She has won numerous awards, including the Romantic Times WISH Award, the Snow Globe, multiple Cataromance Reviewer’s Choice Awards, and so many more over the years!But Joanne's success didn't happen overnight, as we discuss in the episode. Listen and learn to hear how she got started, what she was good at what she wasn't, how she switched genres, what she did to grow as an author and so much more!Her masters in Literature, background in teaching college courses, and her desire to bring the characters she thought of to life is what helped her novels be published in over 20 languages! Find her books on Amazon and Barnes and Nobel, and become captivated in her story, characters, and most of all, the romance!Preorder her newest novel "A Nine-Month Temptation" on Amazon! https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08P3M6VYSFind out more about Joanne Rock and what's coming next for her on her website! https://www.joannerock.com/

On this episode of the "Once and Future Authors" Podcast, we welcome Wendy Beasley, Author of "Beasts and Butterflies."Wendy has been writing her whole life, starting with articles, and publishing a weekly column for a national magazine, and two non-fiction books. She focused mainly on non-fiction until the chance arose to tell a story to her granddaughter, a calming and intriguing fiction story.Since then, Wendy realized she had a knack for it, she had a story to tell, and she was determined to see where it all went!"Beasts and Butterflies" is the mysterious thriller that has been grasping readers from the start! Formulated from a single idea and developed as Wendy wrote, it came to be and has surpassed expectations! With readers writing rave reviews, they exclaim about the novels' strong character development that leaves you rooting for them, the smooth and suspenseful flow of the book, and the inspiring tale that has been put before them!TW: r*peFollowing the tragic story of Rachel, r*ped and pregnant at thirteen, she is forced to leave her hometown. Then, years later, she is given the opportunity to go back home with her young son... But, can she face everyone she left behind, the feelings she left behind, and the attacker she left behind? Follow along in "Beasts and Butterflies" to see if Rachel can finally find the love and the closure she craves.Find "Beasts and Butterflies" on Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Beasts-Butterflies-Wendy-Beasley/dp/1784659525) and Barnes & Nobel (https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/beasts-and-butterflies-wendy-beasley/1138375558)Hear exactly how Wendy came to write her novel, her process, and how she unlocked her feelings to bring the story to life!

On this episode of the "Once and Future Authors" Podcast, we are joined by Max Levin, Author and American-born Israeli soldier. Here to discuss his novel "Under the Stretcher," it allows readers to learn what life is like for an Israeli soldier today.For those who want to learn more about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, this book offers personal stories from an American-raised boy, with American values, who served in the modern Israeli army."Under the Stretcher" takes you into the 2014 “Operation Protective Edge,” the latest of the Gaza-Israeli conflicts, through the eyes of Max Levin, who immigrated in 2012 to join the Israeli army. This book takes you step-by-step on his journey as he immigrates to Israel, learns Hebrew, and goes through many grueling try-outs to finally make it into one of Israel’s special forces units – Palchan Tzanhanim. He was then immediately thrust into this war, where he found himself fighting for his newfound friends and family. Max then had to cope with the aftermath of the war, the mourning of lost ones, and the psychological changes from being a soldier at war to a soldier at peace, trying to keep all parties safe and sound within in the dangerous West Bank.To learn more about Israel’s latest war, this book provides detailed descriptions from both the front lines and behind enemy lines, looking at some of the vital operations that unfold during the war.This book is a must for anyone interested in learning more about Israel, the Israel – Palestinian Conflict, Gaza, 2014 Operation Protective Edge, Lone Soldiers, The Israeli Army, War or Special Forces.Find Max's "Under the Stretcher" on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Under-Stretcher-Max-Levin-ebook/dp/B08YXDSQWG and Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/under-the-stretcher-max-levin/1139022552Watch the episode on Youtube! https://youtu.be/N4TO_4MTssA

On this episode of the "Once and Future Authors" Podcast, we meet with Author Linda Maria Frank, a multifaceted creator who has been inspiring, teaching, and fascinating people for years!One of Linda's newest books, "The Buccaneers of St. Frederick Island" focuses on the mystery and adventure of a group of eighth-graders who stop at nothing to uncover the secrets and plots against them on St. Frederick Island.Although Linda's books are more for kids, she gets the best reviews from adults who are relating to the book and being reminded of their own childhoods!Linda has written and published numerous books following her paramount character, Annie Tillery, and all of the mysteries she finds herself in! Annie is based on an amalgamation of Linda's former students, and her informative and suspenseful storylines come from her life as a teacher.One of Linda's first passions was teaching science, and she did so for middle-school students all the way to college students. Her vast knowledge of biology, chemistry, and forensic science is just one of the reasons why people love her books!Besides writing, Linda also produces a local TV show called "The Writer's Dream" where you can learn about all kinds of interesting topics for authors and readers alike! Linda has also won numerous awards.Join us on this lovely episode and hear how Linda Maria Frank combined her passions, developed interesting stories and characters, grew as an author, and so much more!Learn more about Linda on her website! https://lindamariafrank.com/Find "The Buccaneers of St. Frederick Island" and The "Annie Tillery Mystery" Series on Amazon! https://www.amazon.com/Linda-Maria-Frank/e/B004XD6AOK/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1?qid=1405260282&sr=8-1

Meet Danielle Orsino!On today's episode of "Once and Future Authors," Author of "Birth of the Fae: Locked Out of Heaven," Danielle Orsino, joins us and tells her inspiring story of how she became the writer she is today.The genesis of her first book came to be while she was treating a patient at her job. He needed a distraction from his treatments and every day she would tell a story and expound on it until one day, he said that she needed to write this all down."Birth of the Fae: Locked Out of Heaven" features a strong female lead with very accurate and technical world-building. Danielle notes the importance of all of her in-depth research and the impact it had on her storytelling. She even got a class of college students to write their midterm projects on the technicality of her dragon characters' ability to fly!If you are looking to read about the quest of a lifetime, you have to read this book!"Birth of the Fae: Locked Out of Heaven" is an epic fantasy adventure of heartbreak, rebirth, and hope that examines the bonds of family, friendship, and love. It is a fantastic tale of good vs evil in a beautiful world, where the Light Fae and their potent elemental magic are tested by the raw power of the dragon-riding Dark Fae warriors. Find it now on Amazon! https://www.amazon.com/Birth-Fae-Locked-out-Heaven/dp/1734764503/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=birth+of+the+fae&qid=1620677019&sr=8-1Aside from her dream to become a writer, which Danielle has clearly brought to life, she is very accomplished in all other areas of her life! She is an LPN with a special interest in Lyme disease, has a degree in kinesiology and exercise science, and has studied martial arts for over 20 years! She has over 500 tournament wins, national and world titles and has appeared on television and in front of major public figures, like Bill Clinton! Learn more about Danielle on her website! https://birthofthefae.com/Join us as we delve into the life and story of Danielle Orsino and become inspired to find ideas and unleash your OWN inner author!

Shannon Denise Evans has put her passion to work in all kinds of creative disciplines, from playwriting, composing, and songwriting, to being an author, novelist, and even more!"Velvet Moon Chronicles: The Leveling," written originally as a Broadway play, transformed into the novel it is today through hard work and dedication. Shannon tells us how her interpretation of the story came to her in a dream and it spurred her to bring it to life!In this episode of "Once and Future Authors," we dig deep into the journey that Shannon went on to write this novel. Taking 9 months to write her dream into a play, then 9 years to reconstruct it into the novel it is today, we cover everything.Working closely and meticulously with her editor and friend, Michael Mendiola, they bring you a, part psychological thriller, part surrealistic fantasy, 5-Star Fiction novel, with strong characters and great suspense that will grab anyone!Shannon's story will inspire you to never let something that is important to you go. She worked diligently to put her personality and authenticity into her work so that any reader who comes across it, trusts her to bring them to a true and deep catharsis.Focusing on motivational, metaphysical, psychological thriller or surrealistic fantasy, Shannon always uses her craft to showcase intense feelings, such as consciousness and reality, grief and loss, the power of our own minds, and even more.Join us today to become inspired with great tips and great insights into storytelling, with Author Shannon Denise Evans!Find out more about Shannon on her website!https://www.shannondeniseevans.com/Find "Velvet Moon Chronicles: The Leveling" by Shannon and Michael on Amazon and its own website!https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B085PR4JFQ/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_taft_p1_i0https://www.velvetmoonchronicles.com/

The newest addition to Mark Torres's collection of novels, "Long Island Migrant Labor Camps: Dust for Blood," is a historic novel that exposes the shocking history of Long Island's migrant labor camps from their inception to their peak in 1960 and their steady decline in the following decades.Outlining the gruesome conditions that people lived and worked in, deceived with the promises of a better life, this novel is a must-read. To better understand the plight and truth of what went on in Long Island, before we knew it today, Mark A. Torres teaches the reader about U.S. Immigrant History, and as one five-star reviewer noted "provides insight to an almost forgotten struggle."Mark Torres is a husband, father, attorney, and internationally known author who delves into the suspenseful world of murder, mystery, and injustice. Mark uses his real experience as an attorney to help him create genuine stories that captivate readers through their thrilling and intricate details, and their complex characters that deal not only with murder and justice, but also with questions of love, self-reflection, and sacrifice.Mark became internationally known thanks to his premiere novel “A Stirring in the North Fork,” a gripping tale that follows Savoy Graves, an out-of-work attorney, as he tries to solve a murder that took place four decades prior. Mark also wrote a children’s book focused on the education of labor unions and their importance, social justice, and more titled “Good Guy Jake.”Find "Long Island Migrant Labor Camps: Dust for Blood" on Amazon!https://www.amazon.com/Long-Island-Migrant-Labor-Camps/dp/1467147842

On the episode of the "Once and Future Authors" Podcast, we are joined by Author Patricia Simpson! Patricia has been writing stories, reaching well over 100 pages, since she was a little girl so you could say she knows her stuff!Focusing on themes surrounding the paranormal, gothic, dark fantasy, and even dreadpunk, Patricia flawlessly writes her stories and in turn, her characters have literally come alive! She once wrote a Scottish hero in a story and later on, she married a Scottish man!This truly shows the power with which Patricia writes!She has won numerous awards, including multiple Reviewer's Choice Awards from Romantic Times as well as a Career Achievement Award. Her debut novel, WHISPER OF MIDNIGHT, was a finalist in the prestigious RITA awards of Romance Writers of America. One of her more recent novels, SPELLBOUND, was nominated Best Indie Paranormal of the Year. After a long career with TOR, Silhouette, and HarperMonogram, Patricia is now enjoying creative freedom as an indie author.Every chance she gets, she explores paranormal and historical sites and often travels with her Scottish husband, whose job takes him around the world. When not traveling, Patricia produces two podcasts: FREAKIN' PARANORMAL and FABULOUS WRITING TIPS.Join us as we discuss her start to writing, her techniques, what dreadpunk is, "The Londo Chronicles," and even helpful tips for new writers!Learn more about Patricia Simpson at her website: https://patriciasimpson.com/Find Patricia's "The Londo Chronicles: A Tale of Blood and Bonds" series on Amazon, along with so many other books!https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B088J6QY7S/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_tkin_p1_i1

Bernice Burgos is the author of "Trapped Inside Humanity" the first book of her new Angel Series. She has also written "Angel: The Memories of Eden and Earth" and "V Servi Dei," which act as novellas surrounding the same story of "Trapped Inside Humanity."Bernice has known she was in the 5th grade that she wanted to become a writer. She loved to read and was passionate and determined that she could become the author of her destiny. Like any other, she has been through trials and tribulations with finding her niche, but once she found it, she excelled.In this episode, we talk about her journey of writing, from 5th-grade edits to poetry and writing contests, to sticking papers in a drawer, and finally to working with Red Penguin to publish her works!"Trapped Inside Humanity" follows the story and alliance of Master Anu Du’Shun and Angel Quinn Reynolds as they find a way to overcome boundaries and save the lives of the species they are obligated to protect or face their ultimate downfall. If you want to read a daring and sexy novel that centers around the supernatural, from angels to vampires, look no further!Readers and fans are absolutely loving this book and can't wait for the rest of the series!Check out Bernice's "Trapped Inside Humanity" on Amazon!https://www.amazon.com/Trapped-Inside-Humanity-Angel-Book/dp/1952859298/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=bernice+burgos+trapped+inside+humanity&qid=1618252821&sr=8-1

Join us today on this wonderful episode of "Once and Future Authors" where we meet with Jason Gardner, author of "A Flower in the Mouth" and passionate, worldly photographer.We delve into the beauty and history of Carnaval through Jason's book "A Flower in the Mouth." This book showcases the culture, music, and traditions of the genuine, folkloric Carnaval festival in Pernambuco, Brazil.Jason is an incredibly successful photographer who has been featured in "The New York Times," "NPR.org," "The Rolling Stones," "New York Magazine," and more! He has even worked with HBO, Phizer, and DirectTV.Expand your horizons as Jason tells all about the beautiful world he has come to know!Check out Jason's projects and photos on his website http://www.jasongardner.net/Find "A Flower in the Mouth" at http://www.jasongardner.net/shop/afitmFollow Red Penguin on Facebook @betweenthecoverstv

M.M. DeVoe joins us on this wonderful and enlightening episode of "Once and Future Authors" to tell our viewers of her professional journey and how she got to where she is today! We go over a whole range of topics while addressing her newest book "Book and Baby..." as well as her non-profit organization for parent authors known as "Pen Parentis."M.M. DeVoe is a multifaceted and tenacious author who has worked on many unique projects her whole life. From class president to musical director, to winning a national poetry contest, to staring in a John Waters movie and even more productions as a working actress, to protesting for Lithuania in Washington D.C., to founding a non-profit for parent authors, and eventually writing her own books, M.M. DeVoe has truly created an always interesting and always successful life for herself!On this episode, we discuss her newest book, "Book and Baby, The Complete Guide to Managing Chaos and Becoming A Wildly Successful Writer-Parent." This book, like her non-profit "Pen Parentis," delves into the stressful life of a parent who wants to find time to write and offers tried and true solutions to do just that! "Pen Parentis" is a non-profit literary organization that aims to help authors with families and support them through a creative community.Check out more on M.M. DeVoe and Pen Parentis at their websites!https://www.mmdevoe.com/https://www.penparentis.org/

Join on us for a REEL-y FIN-tastic episode of "Once and Future Authors" as we talk with Paul J. Mila about all the wonderful facts he has learned about ocean life, as well as his inspiration for book characters such as "Harry Hawksbill," "Gracie Green Turtle," and his newest "Larry Loggerhead.""Larry Loggerhead Travels to the Sea Turtle Hospital" is the newest edition to the "Harry Hawksbill Sea Turtle Adventures Series." This book is a great read as kids learn about sea turtle conservation and interesting facts about the undersea animals they encounter.Paul J. Mila has a passion for writing, scuba diving around the world, underwater photography, and speaking to groups about ocean conservation. Before taking a dive into the world of sea turtles and moray eels, Paul was a business writer, so he carried his expertise in writing over to his newfound love of scuba-diving and underwater photography.

"Deferred Glory: Heroes of the Negro Baseball Leagues" is about the lives, struggles, and desires of negroes to one day become professional baseball players in the Major Leagues. During this period of their lives, these players while playing in the Negro League endured tough traveling to ballparks in cities both in the South and North in order to play baseball.They suffered through segregation mostly in the South both on and off the field. These men withstood horrible treatment because of their dreams to become Major League, baseball players.Eventually, these thirty-five players and executives were inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York. Unfortunately many were inducted posthumously.We discuss with Author Danny Ingellis about how he came to write his book, along with the history, relationships, perseverance, and struggles of the important baseball players he researched.

William Roston is a very accomplished and successful author from Queens, NY who joins us on “Once and Future Authors” to delve into why he became an Author and discuss his trilogy.“Band in the Wind” is about a band in the 1960’s that is on the cusp of success. It follows this band and grabs readers attention with its perfect blend of nostalgia, emotions, entertainment, and culture!