Story-Power

I am the author of a biography about my father's amazing story of living as a Jewish man in Hungary when the Nazis, and later the communists, seized power. Growing up in affluence, young Ervin Wolf was forced into a labor camp, unaware that his parents were deported to Auschwitz. In Not a Real Enemy: The True Story of a Hungarian Jewish Man's Fight for Freedom, Ervin relies on his wits and good fortune to escape the Nazis not once, but twice. Once freed, however, he finds life under communism so unbearable he must make the most daring of all escapes in the dead of a winter's night. Not a Real Enemy is the true story of one of the most unknown chapters in the Holocaust, following the transformation of a young man as he confronts antisemitism, cruelty, kindness, despair, and hope in his journey toward freedom. The book has now won a Nautilus Book Award, a National Indie Excellence Award, a Living Now Book Award, and a Readers’ Favorite Book Award for 2023! There are many parallels with today's world, including refugees, racism, antisemitism, 2 wars, pestilence, and a Russian invasion! The little known and poorly understood Hungarian Revolution in 1956 has been compared to the current conflict in Ukraine by some experts. If you purchase the book using the link below, I can mail you a signed copy or eBook version. A review or any suggestions would also be wonderful! Please also consider a book talk/presentation as well, if feasible.  I am donating 10% of my proceeds to the Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, DC in honor of my late parents, both Holocaust survivors. They were Holocaust and history educators throughout their lives in the free world. The book is available at that museum, the Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center, as well as at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Walmart! I have also donated copies to the Yad Vashem, the Florida Holocaust Museum, the Holocaust Museum in Johannesburg, South Africa, the Museum of History and Holocaust Education near Atlanta, Georgia, the Imperial War Museum in London, the Zekelman Holocaust Center in Michigan, as well as many other organizations. Website, Facebook, X, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, Book purchase Lisa Tenner, Author Janice Harper, Author Amsterdam Publishers Survivors of the Shoah (1993) Available on the Schindler’s List DVD Painful Joy, Max Friedman, Story-Power episode 91 January 3, 2024 Classic Cinema With the Sage Sisters, Keeper of the Flame, episode 14, September 3, 2025 The Hate You Give Angie Thomas PodMatch, A dating service for podcasters 

Hi! I’m Gillian. I’ve been an artist my whole life, creating book covers on Wattpad and drawing my own comic books. I got into writing songs and stories in high school and haven’t stopped since. I graduated from the University of Washington and Columbia Publishing Course. I love to think of out-of-the-box ways to promote your brand or product, because I think everyone has a story worth telling.   Gillian McMahon is a multimodal creator. From writing songs and playing in her band, "The Sleepy Haunts," to working as a graphic designer and publishing professional, to writing original stories, and to acting, she aims to do it all.    Website, LinkedIn, Instagram: @itsgillianm @thesleepyhaunts @the.perseephone   The Museum of Pop Culture, Seattle, Washington Neumos, Seattle, Washington Chop Suey, Seattle, Washington Renaissance Fairs across the Country

T.L. McCoy is the founder of Blue Round Book Group, LLC, and the author of DELILAH VERSUS THE GHASTLY GRIM, a magical middle-grade fantasy novel inspired by her real-life granddaughter, who lives with a rare and life-threatening seizure disorder known as Dravet Syndrome. The story follows a young girl who, after a life-threatening seizure, is transported through an indigo door in her mind into a strange and perilous world. There, she must unlock her hidden powers to survive — and save others. T.L. didn’t set out to write a book — she set out to give children like her granddaughter a hero they could see themselves in. According to a 2019 study, only 3.4% of children’s books feature disabled protagonists. T.L.’s story blends fast-paced fantasy with emotional depth, creating a bridge between real-world challenges and epic adventure. She brings warmth, purpose, and honesty to every interview and is passionate about disability representation in fiction, family storytelling, neurodiversity, and empowering children through inclusive literature. Website, Facebook, Facebook Group, X Reedsy Drumdumbs YouTube Channel Blue Round Book Group on YouTube The Space Between Time, on Apple Books Prolific Writers Life Classic Cinema With the Sage Sisters NORD, National Organization for Rare Disorders The House on the Cerulean Sea, T.J. Klune

Highwater & The Kin: Accompanied by Kyle Carr (lead guitar) & Jon Michael (mandolin), the bardic wanderer of Nevada City, Kendra Leigh Highwater, has been playing the guitar and stomping her boots in the gold rush towns of California since she was a kid. Her lyrics are salty and sweet, blending together the history of the brave women that pioneered the west with her own stories of roughin' it in love, loss, & life. Highwater and the Kin on Instagram YouTube Channel Nevada City, CA Performance links: https://soundcorset.com/r/az-FZU-5lO The Ballad of Mt. Silverheels Cody Meets Kendra the Singing Waitress

A story teller at heart and an award winning Filmmaker, Charleen continues to write and develop material in a variety of formats. She is a Producer, Screenwriter, Playwright, Actor and Director. Over 40 years of experience as a registered nurse in the area of Mental Health, Forensic Nursing has influenced her work. www.wingsofthewindproductions.com LinkedIn  https://www.imdb.me/CharleenPhelps  http://facebook.com/charleen.phelps  Instagram  charleenlouisephelps  Link to my last short film Remnants    https://youtu.be/ufV290fifEU The Gems of The Journey, with Teepa Snow Sidartha Murjani, actor director Jeff Webb, cinematographer  New films: A Cup of Tea, The Phone of the Wind Moving Mirror Productions Producing the play, Emerge, October 2025 PodMatch Upcoming book, Over the Edge Prolific Writers Life

John DeDakis (pronounced dee-DAY-kiss) is a former editor on CNN's "The Situation Room with Wolf Blitzer." DeDakis is the author of six novels in the Lark Chadwick mystery-suspense-thriller series. In his most recent novel, Enemies Domestic, Lark is a pregnant White House press secretary forced to make an abort-or-not-to-abort decision in a highly toxic and polarized fishbowl while dealing with an attack on the presidency. DeDakis, a former White House correspondent, is also a writing coach, manuscript editor, and podcaster. My Website Facebook LinkedIn AuthorsDen Instagram CNN Prolific Writers Life PodMatch

Diandra Ford-Wing is a passionate storyteller and dynamic Sales Director who discovered the healing power of writing during a period of profound grief. Growing up as an Army Brat, Diandra’s formative years were spent in culturally diverse settings, including Germany, which shaped her unique narrative style. After the loss of her mother, Sandra, Diandra embarked on a transformative journey that inspired her debut memoir, Red Bird. Through this work, she shares her personal reflections on love, loss, and resilience, hoping to inspire others facing life’s trials. Diandra lives with her husband, Ben, and their two cherished doodles, CoCo and XuXa. When not writing, she enjoys the simple joys of life and continues to explore storytelling as a path to connection and healing. Instagram: www.instagram.com/diandrafordwing LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/diandrafordwing Website: booksbydiandra.com

Celeste is a certified massage therapist for 30 years mostly working with people who have been injured in some way. But before that she loved stories of all kinds beginning with the family movie nights instituted by the parents she shares with Lucinda. Celeste got hooked on reading in 7th grade.    Lucinda is a retired theatre instructor at the college level and teacher at the high school level. She was a late bloomer to becoming an avid reader. During her Senior year in high school, she fell in love with Classic British Literature. But the love of stories sustained both Celeste and Lucinda and taught them valuable lessons, as they explain in this fifth year anniversary of Story-Power.   THE Podcaster Nation, Rory Paquette Story-Power on WordPress Classic Cinema With the Sage Sisters on YouTube, Facebook Barbara Cartland, (9 July 1901 - 21 May 2000) British author of contemporary and historical romance novels publishing 173 book over 72 years Centennial, James Michener, novel, (1978) TV Mini-Series The Kent Family Chronicles, John Jakes Sports Illustrated,(1954 - present)  Wooden: A lifetime of Observations and Reflections On and Off the Court, John Wooden Barbie (2023), Greta Gerwig, Director The Merchant of Venice, William Shakespeare Good Will Hunting(1997), Gus Van Sant, Director Dead Poets Society (1989) Peter Weir, Director A Summer Place (1959) Delmer Daves, Director Films for Writers, a free once a month movie club on Prolific Writers Life Marvel Cinematic Universe, DC graphic novels and movies  Virginia Pfau Thompson, Cochise College instructor, Story-Power episode 18 Disney Studios Medea, Euripides Les Misérables, Victor Hugo Lord of the Rings, J.R.R. Tolkien Pedro Pascal, Actor Star Trek, Gene Roddenberry, Creator Star Wars, George Lucas, Creator Comic Cons, Renaissance Festivals Ted Lasso, (2020 - ) Developed by, Jason Sudeikis, Brendan Hunt, Joe Kelly, Bill Lawrence 

Andy Campbell is a resilient survivor and inspirational author who has overcome numerous life-altering challenges - a victim of childhood sexual abuse and bullying, the loss of his mother at an early age and the eventual estrangement from his father, his battle with stage 4 pancreatic cancer, and the loss of his youngest son to suicide. Despite enduring multiple surgeries, grueling chemotherapy treatments, and the tragic loss of his youngest child, Andy has demonstrated remarkable strength and perseverance. Through his experiences, he has developed a unique perspective on resilience and the power of his 15 core beliefs. Andy lives with his wife and remains actively engaged in the lives of his three remaining adult children as he continues to support his family while managing his own health challenges. His book “Overcoming Life’s Toughest Setbacks” shares the principles that have helped him navigate life’s darkest moments, offering hope and guidance to others facing adversity. You’re not alone, so let’s redefine your journey. Overcoming Life’s Toughest Setbacks: 15 Breakthrough Core Beliefs to Transform Challenges into Opportunities! is your practical guide to resilience, peace of mind, and unshackling your potential. Website Man’s Search for Meaning, Viktor E. Frankl King Solomon, Biblical Figure

Lisa is a dedicated creative professional committed to helping individuals uncover their soul purpose through therapeutic art practices. With a keen interest in the transformative power of color, she utilizes creative wellness to guide clients on their unique life paths. As an accomplished artist, Lisa passionately engages with her community, fostering connections that inspire creativity and personal growth. She studied wellness counseling at Cornell University in 2021. In the fall of 2024, she presented her Color Affirmation Method to educators in Minnesota at their fall conference, MNSAA (Minnesota Nonpublic School Accreditation Association) speaking on the impact of SEL through creativity. Her recent book, the Color Affirmation Workbook and Journal is the perfect partner to her Color Affirmation Deck, which reflects her expertise and enthusiasm in this field. Kindle has been asked to teach two classes at the Sea Cliff Arts Council in June of 2025 in Long Island, NY. She will also be co-hosting a women’s retreat where she will be teaching her method and leading a guided labyrinth event also in Long Island. I wrote the book, the Color Affirmation Workbook (2024) and Journal and have published an inspirational product, the Color Affirmation Deck that combines color and affirmations to promote well-being and spark creativity. More info and photos on my website www.lisakindle.com Solquest Retreat Center Facebook Group World Labyrinth Day: Walk for Peace Sanctuary Cove, Tucson, Arizona The Course in Miracles Experiment , Pam Grout Sync Steven Strogratz Constance Scharff, Story-Power Ep. 123 "Breaking Up Obsessive Thinking" Gregg Braden, Bridging Science and Spirituality Notre Dame de Chartres Cathedral Labyrinth in France Grace Cathedral Labyrinth in San Francisco with a World Wide Labyrinth locator Classical or Cretan Labyrinth, Other Labyrinth types  Veridtas Labyrinth Facilitator

Sandra Schnakenburg is a dual American/Australian citizen. Sandy earned a BS in finance and international business at Arizona State University and an MBA specializing in finance and accounting at the University of Southern California. She left a career in corporate finance in 2010 to study creative nonfiction. She has completed writing courses at Rice University, Writespace, and The Writers University in Houston. When not writing, you will find Sandra enjoying her family, nature, hiking, skiing, biking, cooking, yoga and walking her dogs. She and her husband, Karl, currently split their time between Houston, Texas and Park City, Utah.   About The Housekeeper’s Secret   Secrets. We all have them. We all love to discover them. We all turn the pages until that secret is revealed. For Sandra Schnakenburg, the secrets she found out about her beloved housekeeper, Lee, were overwhelming. Driven by Lee’s dying wish, Sandy’s simple investigative journey intensifies when she serendipitously discovers Lee’s past and true identity, a gut-wrenching truth hidden for three decades from her family.  On her deathbed, Lee asks Sandy to write her story— a story Lee would often bellow over the years “no one would ever believe!” No word from the story was spoken, even after decades of pestering Lee to the point of anger for details about her past. Years later, Lee’s request sends the author on a deeply emotional journey to find the truth, unearthing shocking secrets about her cherished housekeeper’s past and revelations about her own childhood.Ultimately, The Housekeeper's Secret is a poignant testament to love and survival, revealing the resilience of the human spirit. Sandra’s Website Melrose Plantation, Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana Manteno State Mental Hospital Manteno Township in Kankakee County, Illinois

About the bio, I have this here, hope it fits your needs: "Christian Schu is a dedicated filmmaker who sees filmmaking and advertising as storytelling arts. Since starting commercial filmmaking in 2015, he has focused on creating narratives that deeply engage viewers through emotion. His career includes work in virtual studios, sports events like the WTA Mallorca Open, and collaborations with German business speakers. Since 2019, he has been producing visually stunning content for top hi-fi brands including Focal Naim, Bowers & Wilkins, and Bang & Olufsen. Christian's passion for storytelling began with childhood Lego play, now translating into impactful, award-winning cinematic work.“   Web:  https://christian-schu.com https://instagram.com/christian_schu_film  https://www.facebook.com/christianschu.official https://linkedin.com/company/christianschu   Seconds in Eternity  Short Feature looking for a Film Festival. Watch the trailer at secondsineternity.com WTA - Women’s Tennis Association Tribeca Film Festival 

Over the course of his writing and producing career, Alan Katz has written movies and TV shows like HBO's iconic Tales From The Crypt. Entertainment Weekly called the first season of his "The How NOT To Make A Movie Podcast" the "Best Film Podcast of 2022". He realized at that point that he'd become the thing he always wanted to be when he grew up: a podcaster. Website, LinkedIn, Patreon NOTE: My conversation with Alan was so extensive that I have chosen to publish only the most important people, agencies, and entertainment in these show notes. William Morris Agency Gilbert Adler, Director, Producer HBO productions Gil and Alan worked on: Tales from the Crypt, Tales from the Crypt: Demon Knight, Bordello of Blood Joel Silver, Producer Walter Hill, Producer, Writer, Director Robert Zemeckis, Producer,  Director Richard Donner, Director, Producer, Actor Kevin Yagher, Special Effects makeup John Kassir, voice of the Crypt Keeper William (Bill) Gaines, EC Comics, Mad (Magazine) Lauren Shuler Donner, Producer, Actor The Outer Limits (1995 - 2002) “Dads from the Crypt”, podcast Entertainment Weekly “How NOT to Make a Movie”, podcast with Alan Katz “The Donor” by Costard & Touchstone Productions, Inc. “The Hall Closet” podcast, Hallcloset.com, Costard & Touchstone Productions, Inc. “Sage Wellness Within” podcast with Dr. Andrea Thorpe Karen L. Moran, Story-Power episode 111, October 9, 2024, Book, Forever Tourmaline Barry Josephson, an Executive Producer of Bones TCM, (Turner Classic Movies) Singing in the Rain, Donald O’Connor Coming podcasts, *A Secret War” with Manilla Chan, “Just the Photographer”, with David Swanson

Nancy Norbeck has been singing almost since birth, and she wrote her first story when she was in fourth grade. She is a Master Certified Kaizen-Muse Creativity Coach who knows everyone is creative, including those who insist they’re not. Her podcast, Follow Your Curiosity, inspires listeners by exploring guests’ creative journeys and offering insights into the creative process. She lives in New Jersey and loves to travel, especially via a good book. For more information on current projects, the podcast and coaching opportunities, please visit fycurosity.com or follow her on Instagram and TikTok @fycuriosity or Twitter @fycuriositypod. Get unstuck with my Creative Tune-Up, which helps anyone who's blocked at any stage of their process reconnect with their creative energy. And check out the Follow Your Curiosity podcast for more inspiration and insights! X, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, The Spark Substack Follow Your Curiosity, Creative Pep Talk Make Bad Art course Alan Katz, Hollywood writer and novelist, Story-Power guest May 7, 2025 Classic Cinema with the Sage Sisters Prolific Writers Life 9 Ways a Theatre Degree Trumps a Business Degree Repost of original post September 13, 2013 The Silver Child, Nancy Norbeck Rahna Reiko Rizzuto Rachel Pollack, Science Fiction, Comic book writer The Space Between Time, Lucinda Sage-Midgorden Nancy’s newsletter The Spark on Substack Doctor. Who, (1963 - 1989) Multiple movies and relaunch in (2005 - present) xkcd Webcomic, (2005) Randall Munroe The Year of Yes, Shanda Rhimes Yes Man (2008) Jim Carrey, Zooey Deschnel, Bradley Cooper Sage Woman Chronicles, Lucinda Sage-Midgorden blog and website

Amy Suto began her career as a Hollywood TV writer before hitting the road and becoming a digital nomad and freelance writer, which was the subject of her nonfiction book Six-Figure Freelance Writer: A Holistic Guide on Finding Freedom in Freelancing. The Nomad Detective: Volume I is Amy’s debut work of fiction, and marks the start of the book series following Detective Violet Chase. Amy runs a Substack newsletter called From the Desk of Amy Suto about how to carve your path as a working writer. When she's not writing, Amy travels the world and works remotely from cafes in Cusco, Peru—or is misplacing her AirPods in Lisbon, Portugal. You can learn more about Amy at: AmySuto.com. X, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, Amy’s Website Amy's books, Six-Figure Freelance Writer, The Nomad Detective The Dead Rock Stars, Jay Watson and Kyle Wiltshire Amy’s Substack newsletter, “From the Desk of Amy Suto Cusco, Peru, The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu Madeira Island, Portugal the city of Ponta do Sol Afytos, Greece, Peninsula of Kassandreia Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing Vellum Software Sherlock Holmes, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Author, Agatha Christie Wondercraft.ai Classic Cinema with the Sage Sisters, on YouTube Substack, Beehiiv

Constance “Ahuva Batya” Scharff, PhD is an internationally recognized speaker and author on the topics of addiction and trauma recovery, the psychological impacts of climate change, and women’s mental health. She is the founder of and principal investigator for the Institute for Complementary and Indigenous Mental Health Research. Dr. Scharff is a passionate advocate for decolonizing mental healthcare and incorporating indigenous practices and ontologies into healthcare services, as well as radical social transformation to lessen the impacts of climate change. Dr. Scharff is a recent recipient of St. Lawrence University's Sol Feinstone Humanitarian Award, honoring her service to and advocacy for those suffering from mental illness, trauma, and addiction. She’s also a member of The Explorers Club, an homage to her efforts to improve mental health and wellbeing in communities worldwide. Her most recent research project, a year-long, seven nation exploration of “everyday bravery” is titled, "A Year of Living Bravely," and will be available as a book in 2026. Twitter: LinkedIn: TikTok: Instagram: Facebook: Website Rock to Recovery: Music as a Catalyst for Human Transformation, Dr. Constance Scharff The Path to God’s Promise, Ahuva Batya Scharff Ending Addiction for Good, Dr. Constance Scharff Somatic Therapy The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma, Bessel van der Kolk M.D. The Little Prince, Antoine De Saint-Exupéry, Richard Howard (Translator) The Alchemist, Paulo Coelho Dante’s Inferno, Dante Alighieri, Gustave Doré (Illustrator), Henry Francis Cary (Translator) Medea, Euripides, Rex Warner (Translator) Hamlet, William Shakespeare Luke Skywalker, Star Wars  Now, Voyager, (1942) Bette Davis, Paul Henreid, Claude Rains, Gladys Cooper Meeting God at Midnight, Ahuva Batya Scharff The Red Tent, TV Mini-series (2014) The Matrix, (1999), Keanu Reeves, Laurence Fishburne, Carrie-Anne Moss, Hugo Weaving Margaret Atwood, Author, Maddaddam Trilogy In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts, Gabor Maté, MD Story-Power guest, Dave Dahl Ep. 1, (7/22/2020 Ep. 27 (7/21/2021) Heath Ledger, Actor

Rella B's transformation from a career-focused adult to a passionate advocate for the magic of childhood has resonated with countless families worldwide. Her belief that work and play should be inseparable companions has shaped her mission to provide young readers with captivating tales that not only entertain but also instill valuable life lessons. Rella B's stories are a reflection of her dedication to nurturing the spirit of curiosity, courage, and self-belief in children. Through her enchanting narratives, she invites children to venture on adventures where they can conquer fears, celebrate diversity, and embrace the power of their own imaginations. Rella B's journey reminds us all that there's no age limit on dreaming, exploring, and discovering the joy in everyday moments.    Rella B.’s website, Podcast: Reading with Rella B, Rella B Books on YouTube Rella B Amazon Author Page Some of her books:   If Shapes Could Talk   Mama I Got A Dollar!   If Shapes Could Eat   Activity Book   Shapes Activity Book Rella B’s Favorites   junie b. jones and the Stupid Smelly Bus, The first of 28 in the series by Barbara Park.   This Book is a Mistake, Ron Keres   This Book is Perfect, Ron Keres

This post was recorded in June 2024. Lindsay Law has produced scores of television plays, dozens of films, in addition to a pair of productions on Broadway. Many of these works have been nominated for Emmys, Tonys, and Oscars. He was the Executive Producer for the PBS drama series, AMERICAN PLAYHOUSE from 1981 to 1995. He was the President of Fox Searchlight Pictures from 1995 to 2000. He lives in Litchfield County, Connecticut. The Orphan From Shepherd’s Keep is his first novel.    You can read more about him on his website—lindsaylaw.net. If you enjoyed this book and the time you spent with these characters, help spread the word on-line, at your local bookshop, and directly with your friends. The author would enjoy hearing about your experience while reading this book and invites you  to ask any questions you may have about this story and his story.   Website, Instagram   The Orphan From Shepherd’s Keep, Lindsay Law Lindsay’s newest book:  Without Him launches in December 2025. It traces the lives of two half-brothers— one a preacher and the other a star tennis player. PBS American Playhouse (1981 - 1995) “Classic Cinema with the Sage Sisters” on YouTube Fox Searchlight Pictures, Now Searchlight Pictures (Owned by Disney) American Playwrights, Arthur Miller and Tennessee Williams For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When the Rainbow was Enough, Ntozake Shange PBS Masterpiece Theatre PBS American Masters Longtime Companion (1989) Craig Lucas, Screenwriter Paradise Lost, Clifford Odets Plays mentioned by William Shakespeare The Taming of the Shrew,Broadway Theatre Archive, (1975), The Taming of the Shrew, (1967) Measure for Measure, A Midsummer Night’s Dream Plays by Lanford Wilson, The Rimers of Eldridge, Fifth of July, The Mound Builders Movies produced by Lindsay Law, The Full Monty (1997), Boys Don’t Cry, (1999), Waking Ned Divine, (1998) A Midsummer Night’s Dream, (1999) Dune: Part Two, (2024) CBS News Sunday Morning (1979 - ) Amazon Publishing Smashwords e-book sales LinkedIn social media platform for business

MDIV graduate, I am a panentheist, but also author (my books were recently acquired by George R.R. Martin's bookstore in Santa Fe), Screenwriter, Producer & Podcaster. A believer in humanity, I use my words in diverse ways to encourage us to be better in this world, but am especially drawn to defending our shared environments. Having grown up overseas (in both Guyana, South America as well as Lahore, Pakistan) it was only later that I understood that my childhood has dramatically shaped me in ways that I did not expect. They even have a Wiki entry for kids like me, "Third Culture Kids" and let me tell you, I fit it to a "T!" My childhood was informed by the Islamic call to prayer and my education at the American School had me playing with kids from all over the world of every color, creed and religion. When one grows up like this, is it any wonder that the world becomes enchanted? That other humans become enchanted? I am endlessly thrilled with meeting other people and getting to know who they are and what makes them tick. I find that developing relationships and building respectful community, as well as joy-filled community is essential to my being happy. I live an enchanted life and besides for being a "creative" and author, I also have an animated series on YouTube called "Murder of 2," about two crows who sit on a line and observe humanity, as well as multiple other projects I'm working on right now. I am a panentheist, who believes that Spirit or Energy or God/Goddess exists in all I can see and not see, and that magic and miracles are real and potent. This is the gist of my podcast, Byte Sized Blessings, where I interview people of all kinds asking them about powerful moments in their lives, ones that changed them forever. I walked the Camino in 2013 and that is a story in itself...I believe in adventure, in joy, in feeding my heart with belief in other people and that eventually we will create the communities and spaces that will heal and include everyone. (at least everyone that wants to be included, because, boundaries!) Website, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube Kirsten’s books: A Tail of Two Rabbits, The Nuts Guts, Boom Chicka Meow Meow. Go to her website to find out how to purchase these books.

Chris didn’t look like an Aboriginal adolescent as he set off from Belfast on his café racing Moto Guzzi. But it was the same motivation that drove him to set off on a journey of self-discovery. But when the Iranian revolution stopped the planned 10,000-mile motorcycle road trip to Australia, he ends high in the Andes, 50-odd thousand miles later, before returning to Belfast.  Going the Wrong Way. A ‘coming of age’ road trip like no other. Chris is now riding to Australia, on the same Moto Guzzi Le Mans, 42 years after his first attempt. Book reviews Chris leaves the Belfast Troubles behind and creates his own trouble. It’s a wild ride but Chris tells a cracking yarn that will keep you going to the bitter-sweet end. Ted Simon, Author, Jupiter’s Travels What a gem of a book. The journey Chris described was vivid, raw, and humorous. It takes the reader back to more innocent times, before technology shrank the world, and motorcycling adventures became stage managed. A truly awesome read – an engaging, raw, honest and absolutely enthralling adventure! As an adolescent troubled by the Belfast (IRA) “Troubles” of the 70’s, Chris strikes out on a worldwide voyage of self-discovery and brings the reader with him to share the experiences. Since the Stone Age, the Walkabout has been an Aboriginal rite of passage. When adolescent boys wander aimlessly through the bush on a journey with no particular destination, to make the spiritual transition from boy to man. It’s a time for self-assessment and deep thought, to learn about himself without the influence of his elders, friends, or family. It’s a physical and psychological journey. Website, Facebook, LinkedIn, X (Twitter), YouTube Going the Wrong Way, Chris Donaldson