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Podcast title	Writers in the Sky Podcast
Website URL	http://writersinthesky.com/wri...
Description	Information about the craft and business of writing. Interviews with authors discussing their books, and how they published and are marketing them.
Updated	Fri, 19 Mar 2010 22:53:43 GMT
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1. The Five Principles of Theofatalism http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 5.06Mb) Description: Writer Lewis Tagliaferre joins the podcast to discuss his book Voices of Sedona: A Spiritual Path to Serenity and Contentment. Lewis met the channeled spirit of Sedona M. Schnebly during a business trip to Arizona and she in turn introduced him to five spiritual teachers who gave him the principles of Theofatalism. The idea of this theology is to "feel good inside no matter what is happening on the outside," and Lewis began his own study of this belief system when learning to cope with the grief of losing his wife to cancer. During the discussion, Lewis Tagliaferre will discuss how he came to accept these spiritual guides as real and speaking the truth, what readers can expect from Voices of Sedona, and how he is developing his writings on Theofatalism into an entire course of study.
2. Authors Geary and Janssen Discuss LeaveLight http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 6.17Mb) Description: Marilyn Geary and Jacqueline Janssen join the podcast to discuss their book LeaveLight: A Motivational Guide to Holistic End-of-Life Planning. This book serves as a resource for people both to plan the practical components of their death, such as wills and funerals, and also the relational side of the process. Readers will be guided through questions and exercises that will help them to determine the legacy they wish to leave of their life. This book is not necessarily for a person who is facing imminent death, but for anyone who wants to think about his or her life and make preparations that will ease the burden and pain for loved ones in the future. Geary and Janssen will be discussing how they developed the concept for LeaveLight, why our culture is so afraid to discuss death and the problems caused by this hesitancy, and how they hope readers will use the resource they've created.
3. Author Jennifer Chase Makes Repeat Visit to Podcast http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 5.07Mb) Description: Author Jennifer Chase discusses her new release Dead Game, the second novel to feature Emily Stone. In this thriller, a serial killer is stalking his victims through an online crime game in which they all participate. He also establishes a social network on the internet with others who are interested in all aspects of a serial killer's life. With this focus, Chase shows her readers the impact of technology in all aspects of our life. Jennifer Chase will be discussing why she chose to focus on the virtual world in her second book, how the writing and publishing process has been different the second time around, and what readers can expect next from Emily Stone.
4. Author Barbara Fifield http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.89Mb) Description: Barbara Fifield joins the podcast to discuss her new book Lucifer Rising. In this novel, reporter Elsa Eldridge is given the task of writing about a local cult leader named Tyrell. However, she becomes caught up in Tyrell's charismatic charm and hew own well-being is threatened. Barbara Fifield uses many religious symbols and detailed character descriptions to bring this storyline to life. During the interview, Barbara will discuss why she chose to tackle the controversial issue of cults, how she integrated her personal background into the story, and what message she hopes readers will take away from Lucifer Rising.
5. Author Wilson Awasu Discusses New Release http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.88Mb) Description: Dr. Wilson Awasu joins the WITS podcast to discuss his new release, Kim's Confessions. In this book, which reads like a dramatic novel and a spiritual guidebook, the title character experiences a spiritual revelation during a weekend revival at her church. Kim realizes that her position as church organist and her family's multi-generational association with the church did not make her faith. During the interview, Awasu will discuss how his professional background contributed to the book's content, why we must focus on love and acceptance, and what message he hopes readers will take away from Kim's Confessions.
6. Author, Editor, Publicist Maxine Thompson http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 8.68Mb) Description: Titi has returned home for her father’s seventy-fifth birthday celebration, but she’s not there with well wishes for the man who sent her away many years ago. She’s come looking for answers—about the child she was forced to give up for adoption and about her family’s secretive history. Her mother does not want her snooping into family affairs that are better left in the past, but Titi is determined.
7. Janet Conner http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 11.39Mb) Description: Janet realized that her deep soul writing practice was something more than journaling. Lots of people journal, but not a lot of people experience the clear guidance and profound miracles she experienced on the page. So Janet set out to investigate why. She wanted to know what happens in body, mind, and spirit when we engage in deep soul writing. The result is her new book Writing Down Your Soul: How to Activate and Listen to the Extraordinary Voice Within.
8. Barbara Techel & Frankie the Walk 'N Roll Dog http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 5.66Mb) Description: My guest today is Barbara Techel, the author of "Frankie, the Walk 'N Roll Therapy Dog Visits Libby's House." Barbara and her dachshund make monthly visits to an assisted living community to provide companionship to the elderly. Learn how animals and disabilities can bond humans in understanding and compassion. Teach children to love and respect senior citizens by allowing them to spend time with their grandparents.
9. U.P. Author R.A. Riekki http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 10.36Mb) Description: Born in Marquette, R.A. Riekki has studied writing at Central Michigan, Brandeis, Virginia, and Western Michigan. U.P. was nominated by John Casey for the Sewanee Writers' Series. Two producers are attached to turn U.P. into a film based off his screenplay. Riekki's screenplay Good Behavior is in-development with Three in One Films with Chris Kramer (two-time Leo Award nominee) scheduled to direct. His plays have been performed in seven states. He has published numerous fiction and poems and has been nominated for two Illinois Press Awards for journalism.
10. Grammar Girl, Mignon Fogarty http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 5.96Mb) Description: Mignon Fogarty, also known as Grammar Girl, is interviewed by Yvonne Perry, owner of Writers in the Sky Creative Writing Services for Writers in the Sky Podcast. Mignon is the creator of Grammar Girl and the founder and managing director of Quick and Dirty Tips.
11. Talking With Angels http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 8.11Mb) Description: Denise and Richard Tuminello discuss their mystical memoir/spiritual guidebook, Talking with Angels, which reveals the incredible power and potential of opening up to possibilities beyond the physical plane.
12. Author K. L. Lewis http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.64Mb) Description: Author K. L. Lewis joins the podcast to discuss her new novel Kendra's Pearl. This book details the turbulent relationship between a mother and daughter. Following the death of Kendra's father when she was a young girl, her mother becomes increasingly abusive and takes out her rage and resentment on her daughter. Will Kendra find a way to break this cycle of abuse that her mother has set as the example? During the interview, Ms. Lewis will be discussing why she selected such an emotional topic for her first novel, what the writing process was like for her, and the message that she hopes readers will take away from Kendra's Pearl.
13. Author Mike Thompson http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 8.41Mb) Description: New author Mike Thompson joins the podcast to discuss his new release Blood Betrayal. In this book, Thompson shares the story of Dimitri Magnussen and his brother Wolf. The action starts on the first page with the murder of Dimitri's son and continues with a murder spree that proves to be much more complicated in its purpose than first expected. During the discussion, Mike Thompson will share how his own military experience helped in the development of his main characters and the inclusion of PTSD in the plot, why he decided to write this book, and what is in store next for the Wolf Magnussen series.
14. Author Dawn Menge http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 5.32Mb) Description: Children's author Dawn Menge returns for her second visit to the Writers in the Sky podcast. She will be discussing her new book Queen Vernita Visits the Blue Ice Mountains. As she did in her first release, Queen Vernita's Visitors, Dawn teaches the concepts of the months of the year and the days of the week by taking her characters on fun adventures. However, this second book also adds the importance of environmental awareness. Dawn Menge will be discussing why she decided to include an emphasis on the importance of nature, how the success of Queen Vernita's Visitors has helped in promoting this new release, and what is in store next for Queen Vernita. Listeners also will have the opportunity to hear from a couple of the characters in the book as they read from their featured pages.
15. Author Ed Benjamin http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 7.29Mb) Description: Ed Benjamin joins the podcast to discuss his new book Cash in on the $3 Trillion Spending Plan. Benjamin uses his many years of working with clients to procure contracts with the government to teach the skill of proposal writing to others. The book includes information concerning contracts for offering goods and services to the government, as well as how to apply for grants. During the interview, Ed Benjamin will discuss his own background in the field, why now is a great time to work with the government, and how he hopes readers will use his book.
16. Author Julia Booker http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 2.84Mb) Description: Julia Booker discusses the release of her first book, I'm Still Standing. This novel focuses on a teenage mother who faces every kind of abuse imaginable and her daughter, who fears she may be following in her mother's footsteps. Ms. Booker will be discussing why the story is so personal to her, what message she hopes readers will take away from the book, and what we can expect from her next.
17. Author C. Michael Thompson http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.33Mb) Description: Author C. Michael "Mike" Thompson discusses the release of his first novel, Twinsational. This book, which is aimed at readers around the age of ten to thirteen, features twins Mark and Michelle and one day in their lives. They encounter a bully, a first crush, and ever-watchful teachers ... all events that any preteen can understand. Mr. Thompson will discuss how it feels to be a new writer, the message that he hopes to send with the book, and the plans he has for more books in the future.
18. Informative Interview for Students and Parents http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 6.56Mb) Description: Joseph Adegboyega-Edun has worked as a high school counselor and college advisor for more than two decades and now brings his expertise to his new book Succeeding in High School: A Handbook for Teens and Parents plus A College Admissions Primer. In his interview, Mr. Adegboyega-Edun will discuss how students can deal with the academic and social stress of high school, how parents can help their students, and when families should begin to prepare for what comes after graduation.
19. Author Abe Rosa http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 5.79Mb) Description: New author Abe Rosa joins the podcast to discuss his book The Drummer. In this short novel, superstar drummer Angela is recruited by a group of underground Christians to rescue her mother. The federal government has banned religion and Angela's mother has been kidnapped by the authorities for distributing Christian literature. During her efforts to save her mother, Angela meets people who force her to rethink her own beliefs. During the interview, Abe Rosa will discuss how he came up with the idea for his story, what message he hopes to share with readers, and how The Drummer is being received.
20. Author Charles Toftoy http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 11.54Mb) Description: Charles Toftoy joins the podcast to discuss his new novel It's in the Eyes. This book focuses on the murders of young coeds in the Washington, D.C. area. A group of private citizens, who each have their own skills and motives, come together as the Alpha Team to investigate these crimes. Dr. Toftoy will discuss how he developed his characters, the integration of the Thuggee ritual killings into the book, and how Washington, D.C. provides the perfect backdrop.
21. Holistic Book for Children http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 2.79Mb) Description: The 8-year-old Sidney, inspiration for the author's writing of the Sid Series, is the guest of podcast host Yvonne Perry. Sidney discusses his spiritual gifts and what it means to him to be chosen as the main character in a children's book authored by his grandmother.
22. Author Ercell Hoffman http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.13Mb) Description: Ercell Hoffman discusses her new book USA Anytime Anyplace with WITS author's assistant Sarah Moore. This novel shares the story of Kithira Manoff, a woman who repeatedly faces discrimination and heartache in her life but still has the determination to overcome her struggles and succeed. Ms. Hoffman will share how she developed the character of Kithira, the meaning behind the book's title, and what her writing plans are in the future.
23. Author Don Quigg http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 8.47Mb) Description: Don Quigg discusses his new book Runaway Debt, Flat Taxes, and Voter Apathy, in which he shares his frustration with the current state of our government. He offers common-sense solutions to the way in which government functions and provides detailed research to back up his proposals. During the interview, he explains why he felt compelled to write this book, details a couple of his ideas, and shares the type of feedback he has been receiving.
24. Author Jeffrey Barbieri http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.42Mb) Description: Jeffrey Barbieri joins the podcast to discuss his new book, Let's Find You. This book is a coming-of-age story of a boy who is dealing with sibling relationships, an absent father, an emotionally distant mother, and his first love. Barbieri offers a unique approach of integrating poetry with his prose. He will be discussing how he developed the ideas for the episodes within the book, what he hopes readers will take away from Let's Find You, and what he has planned for the future.
25. Author John English http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 5.89Mb) Description: John English discusses his new book Kill the Addiction: Stop Smoking without Quitting. John was a smoker for fifty years, but discovered a method that has now made him smoke-free for seven years. He believes that his technique will work for anyone who is anxious to kick an addiction to drugs or alcohol.
26. Author Mary Verdick http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.63Mb) Description: Author Mary Verdick discusses her new book As Long As He Needs Me. This novel focuses on Kitty and Clem, a couple celebrating their 35th wedding anniversary with a wonderful cruise. A criminal incident that occurs just before the boat leaves triggers some long-standing psychological barriers that finally come to the surface. Will the marriage survive? Mary Verdick shares how she came up with the idea for her novel, the importance of relationships and why they are of such interest to readers, and how her writing process has evolved.
27. Author Barbara Joye http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 9.10Mb) Description: Barbara Joye discusses her new release The Light Won. This book serves as a tutorial to readers who are ready to experience greater fulfillment in life and take part in their own co-creation. Barbara shares the background which led her to this area of teaching, some of the basic concepts of the book, and what she hopes readers will take away from the experience of The Light Won.
28. Pat Shannon http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 6.46Mb) Description: Author Pat Shannon discusses his new book Viva Cisco, a novel aimed at younger readers that details the adventures of an ambitious young parrot. Shannon will share how he developed his story lines, the appeal that the book will have for readers of all ages, and his writing process.
29. Interview with Author R. L. Sloan http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 11.89Mb) Description: Author R. L. Sloan sits down with WITS team member Sarah Moore to discuss her new novel Embellish. This book offers a new twist on the popular vampire story and also delves into other areas of the paranormal. Ms. Sloan will be discussing her personal interest in vampires, how she developed her characters, and what is in store next for the characters in Embellish.
30. Pam Perry http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 6.13Mb) Description: Pam Perry is a PR Coach and the owner of Ministry Marketing Solutions with over 20 years of experience as a public relations professional. She has mastered the Internet marketing and social media maze for hundreds of author clients. She teaches Christian authors how to blog, podcast, and leverage social networks such as twitter and Youtube for book sales and speaking engagements. In this interview, Pam talks with Yvonne Perry about how she got started in marketing, why she chose to work in the African-American Christian market, and what the biggest challenge is for Christian authors. Pam will also discuss the top five mistakes new authors make, and then we will then find out what is next for her.
31. Book Marketer Lillian Brummet http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 6.51Mb) Description: Lillian Brummet and her husband, Dave, have been writing professionally as a team since 1999. They started out as freelance writers, which they continue to do today. To date, they have written three published books. The Brummets are also the hosts of the Conscious Discussions talk radio show and of the Authors Read radio program. They are concerned with environmental issues and ways to green up our planet. Lillian discusses with show host Yvonne Perry her latest e-book Purple Snowflake Marketing: How to Make Your Book Stand out in a Crowd. This is a great reference guide for self-marketing authors who want to design an effective marketing plan and utilize frugal promotional tools with the click of their mouse. Purple Snowflake Marketing provides reassurance and ample advice for avoiding pit-falls and setting a pace for marketing endeavors.
32. Interview with Jimmy Root, Jr. http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 7.67Mb) Description: Author and pastor Jimmy Root, Jr. joins the podcast to discuss his new book Distant Thunder, in which Root shares the prophecies of the Bible through a fictional story that could be ripped from the headlines. Root will discuss why he told his story through everyday characters, how the Bible shares world events still to come, and why he hopes that Distant Thunder will be a call to action.
33. Spiritual Discovery: Lynn Serafinn http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 9.29Mb) Description: Lynn Serafinn is a Personal Transformation Coach, teacher, motivational speaker, talk radio show host and Amazon bestselling author, whose power to inspire and help people reconnect to themselves is widely acclaimed. In this interview, Lynn talks about her book The Garden of the Soul: Lessons From Four Flowers That Unearth the Self. She shares info about her book launch on Twitter and her radio show that ties into the theme of her book.
34. Alone with a Jihadist Aaron Taylor http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 7.74Mb) Description: An interview with author Aaron Taylor who has been traveling the world as a missionary since high school. In Alone with a Jihadist: A Biblical Response to Holy War, Aaron describes his one-on-one meeting in London with a militant jihadist named Khalid. During the interview, Aaron Taylor discusses the details of his meeting with Khalid, his opinions on the prevailing Christian leadership in our country, and what he finds in the teachings of Christ to support his new world view.
35. Poet John Yamrus Joins WITS Podcast http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 6.89Mb) Description: John Yamrus joins Writers in the Sky to discuss his new collection of work, New and Selected Poems. This is Mr. Yamrus' nineteenth book, having previously published sixteen books of poetry and two novels. His work has been translated into several languages and has been taught at both the high school and college level. Through his poetry, John Yamrus examines the academic approach to poetry, the craft of writing, and the ridiculous and ordinary moments of life.
36. Book Marketing Maven Dana Lynn Smith - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 1.38Mb) Description: Did you know that nearly $2 billion worth of books are purchased by U.S. libraries each year? Learn how to tap into this potentially lucrative market with The Savvy Book Marketer's Guide to Selling Your Book to Libraries. This valuable resource is packed with practical advice, and the 22-point Action Plan will guide you through the process of marketing your book to libraries, from start to finish. You'll also get contact information for the top public and academic library systems in the U.S. and major wholesalers, distributors, book review journals, and library associations.
37. Social Marketing Expert Dana Lynn Smith - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.13Mb) Description: Dana Lynn Smith specializes in developing book marketing plans for nonfiction books, and she is the author of the Savvy Book Marketer Guides series of e-books for authors and publishers. Dana has a degree in marketing and 15 years of publishing experience. In part one of the interview, Dana is discussing her two newest e-books in the series of The Savvy Book Marketer's Guides, which were edited by Writers in the Sky Creative Writing Services.
38. Literary Publicist Marlive Harris http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 7.86Mb) Description: Marlive Harris is an online book marketer/promoter who has a fascination with technology (the Internet in particular) and a love of literature—especially African American Literature. Before becoming a full time online book marketer, Marlive was a classroom teacher and school librarian for eight years in North Texas. While working as a librarian, she launched The G.R.I.T.S. Online Reading Club, a leading online reading and book promotion community for adult readers and writers.
39. Poetry Audiobook Janet Grace Riehl http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 9.13Mb) Description: Yvonne Perry interviewing Janet Riehl about her audio book Sightlines: A Family Love Story in Poetry & Music. This four-CD compilation is a follow-up to her book Sightlines: A Poet’s Diary, which was published in 2006. Through these new CDs, Janet shares her works of poetry in her own voice. There is great personal meaning to the pieces, as they were all written about family members or places that are close to her heart. Intertwined with the poetry are musical selections performed by her father and others. Together, the components of Sightlines: A Family Love Story in Poetry & Music come together to form a beautiful testimony to the love of family. Janet will be discussing the inspirations behind her work as well as the reason that she decided to create this audio book.
40. Leo Abrami discusses Evading the Nazis http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 6.52Mb) Description: Barbara Milbourn will share her discussion with Leo Abrami, author of the new book Evading the Nazis. Mr. Abrami was taken by his mother to hide with farmers in Normandy, France during World War II to avoid the inevitable persecution by the Nazis. Although Jewish, he pretended to be Catholic and lived safely with his adoptive family until France finally was liberated by the Allies. Evading the Nazis tells Mr. Abrami’s story of survival during the war and his determination to investigate his family and cultural history once he was free.
41. Business & Career Coach Joe Lavelle http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 9.56Mb) Description: Accelerate Your Career Success, The Employee Handbook That Your Employer Hasn’t Given You is for career-oriented professionals who want to accelerate their career growth and find strategies, knowledge, and tools to get promotions and raises faster. Listen to Joe Lavelle speak about career advancement in this interview with WITS Owner Yvonne Perry.
42. Editor LJ Sellers http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 9.65Mb) Description: LJ Sellers and Barbara Milbourn discuss the editing process, why authors need editors, and the common mistakes authors make when writing fiction and non-fiction.
43. Book Editor Karen Reddick http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 8.95Mb) Description: Karen Reddick joins Yvonne Perry on Writers in the Sky Podcast to dicusss editing. Karen is the owner of The Red Pen Editor and V and E Services and provides editing and author assistant services to publishers, authors, and writers. Karen is the author of two books: The A-Z Guide: The Best Ways To Work With A VA. and Grammar Done Right! A clear, commonsense approach to grammar, usage, and style, which was recently released in a revised and expanded 2nd edition. Karen also provides weekly grammar tips and a grammar tips podcast that can be found on iTunes.
44. Children's Author Fiona Ingram http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 6.69Mb) Description: Writers in the Sky Podcast welcomes Fiona Ingram as she is interviewed by Barbara Milbourn. They will be discussing Fiona's book The Secret of the Sacred Scarab. Fiona Ingram was born and educated in South Africa. She is a full-time journalist and editor with an interest in ancient history, mystery, and legends, and travel. The Secret of the Sacred Scarab is the first in her exciting children's adventure series--Chronicles of the Stone.
45. Poet Dennis Martin http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.56Mb) Description: Dennis Martin has been writing poetry for almost half a century. In his 15 collections, which include more than 1,100 poems, he has broached nearly every subject imaginable. From the drowning angst of youth to the quiet reflection of aging, to the thoughtful projection of afterlife, no aspect of the human experience is left untouched. In “Rhythmic Notions”, his latest collection, he has attempted a new approach. Every poem in the collection is actually a song lyric awaiting musical interpretation.
46. Poet Dennis Martin http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.56Mb) Description: Dennis Martin has been writing poetry for almost half a century. In his 15 collections, which include more than 1,100 poems, he has broached nearly every subject imaginable. From the drowning angst of youth to the quiet reflection of aging, to the thoughtful projection of afterlife, no aspect of the human experience is left untouched. In “Rhythmic Notions”, his latest collection, he has attempted a new approach. Every poem in the collection is actually a song lyric awaiting musical interpretation.
47. Author Michael Presutti http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.96Mb) Description: Michael Presutti discusses his sci-fi end-of-times book, Last Words, with Yvonne Perry. Presutti discovered the joys of writing when he was nineteen years old, and has been writing short stories and novels ever since. Writers in the Sky Podcast is an educational show about the craft and business of writing. We offer interviews and tips about book publishing and marketing. Writers in the Sky offers ghostwriting and editing for fiction and non-fiction books, articles, bios, resumes, and marketing pieces.
48. Outskirts Press CEO Brent Sampson http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 5.28Mb) Description: The CEO of self-publishing company Outskirts Press, Brent Sampson, joins the podcast to discuss his book Adventures in Publishing. This book is written as children's literature and explains the process for self-publishing a book designed for children. Brent Sampson will share his advice for new authors, what Outskirts Press can offer, and why self-publishing is a great option.
49. Author Dao Huynh Discusses An Unknown Journey http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.79Mb) Description: Dao Huynh discusses her new novel, An Unknown Journey, in which the tells the story of a girl's escape from war-torn Vietnam. Readers will learn about her year-long travels to America, including a lengthy stay at a refugee camp in Malaysia, as well as her struggles and successes as she adjusts to life in her new country. Huynh will share how her own life bears some resemblance to that of the lead character in the book as well as why this book will have special meaning to immigrants and their children.
50. Author Carol Coffey Discusses Her New Release http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 8.79Mb) Description: Carol Coffey joins the Writers in the Sky podcast to discuss her new book Zoe Lucky and the Green Gables' Mystery. This novel features a young female heroine, the city of Pittsburgh, and several birds with strong personalities that help to solve a series of terrible crimes. Zoe Lucky is a wonderful, new literary character for girls to enjoy.
51. Young Romance is This Week's Feature http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 6.52Mb) Description: Author Storyheart discusses his new novel across the pond, which tells the story of young love and a cultural education. When a young Brit spends the summer in America, he falls in love, learns about differences in the way people in the two countries communicate, and takes the reader through an unexpected mystery. Storyheart will share why he chose to write a book for a young audience and how his own experiences added some details to the cultural shock that occurs throughout the novel.
52. Writer and Researcher Jay Greenfeld http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 6.49Mb) Description: Jay Greenfeld discusses his new book My Choice My Life, which details ways to improve health and balance in all areas of life. He stresses the importance of taking ownership over your own decisions and make psychological concepts applicable to every reader. He is a popular speaker on stress management and health.
53. Writer Jeff Roberts http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 7.32Mb) Description: Jeff Roberts discussed his new book Little Stories, which is a collection of short stories written mostly during his undergraduate studies at the University of Iowa. His stories are packed with emotion and revolve around our desire to love and be loved.
54. Writer and Researcher Christina Sponias http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 1.87Mb) Description: Christina Sponias shares many specific examples of dream analysis she has provided for her clients, and how applying the same techniques can work for our listeners. She explains how her own personal background and struggles led to her interest in better physical and mental health through dream interpretation. Her two e-books on this subject are Dream Interpretation as a Science and Craziness Prevention.
55. Author Christina Sponias Discusses Dream Interpretation http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 5.92Mb) Description: This week's guest Christina Sponias, shares her use of the scientific method in the practice of dream interpretation. She has published her findings and the method that readers can use to analyze their own dreams in the e-books Dream Interpretation as a Science and Craziness Prevention.
56. Forensics Novelist Jennifer Chase http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 5.88Mb) Description: Our podcast guest this week will be Jennifer Chase, author of the new book Compulsion. Jennifer used her educational background in forensics and criminology when creating her first offering to the literary genre of thriller fiction. She also admits to a personal interest in the workings of the criminal mind, which is quite evident as the plot of Compulsion develops.
57. Pyschic Author Patricia Milner http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 7.24Mb) Description: Our guest today is Patricia Milner, who is an International psychic medium, Reiki master, spiritual teacher and trainer, who has been psychic since birth. She has worked in the counseling, training, and healing fields for many years. In her current work, she uses crystals, crystal energy, color, sound, and vibration to help people heal. Her spiritual retreats guide people through life’s changes and challenges by helping them with their spiritual growth and development. She also uses her music and singing voice to create her own meditation music. Patricia Milner talks about her new book, Divine Intervention.
58. Hypnotherapist Author Shayn Cutino http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 5.29Mb) Description: Shayn Cutino discusses how to find self acceptance and love in her new book The Anja Technique, The Art of Self Love. Shayn is a certified clinical hypnotherapist, a holistic health practitioner, a member of the American Association of Professional Hypnotherapists, and a member of two international hypnosis organizations. The Anja Technique was developed by Shayn to teach individuals how to really love and appreciate themselves. This powerful and comprehensive 5-step process allows people to release blocks and remove obstacles that no longer serve them.
59. Davis Aujourd'hui http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 10.09Mb) Description: Author Davis Aujourd'hui discusses his new book The Misadventures of Sister Mary Olga Fortitude. Sister Mary Olga is a hard-drinking, chain-smoking nun who shares the secrets of the residents in Buckstown, Wisconsin and through her lessons teaches us to treat everyone with love and respect. Mr. Aujourd'hui will share how he developed his memorable characters, how his own background influenced his writing, and what we can expect from Sister Mary Olga in the future.
60. P. J. Thomas http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 7.89Mb) Description: Author P.J. Thomas joins the podcast to discuss his new book My Name is Michael. Through this work of fiction, Thomas reveals the very real tragedy of child abductions in China. Young boys and girls are kidnapped, disfigured, and forced to beg in the streets. Thomas will discuss what he learned from his two years in China about the country's people and culture and shares with listeners what they should do if the book inspires them to take action.
61. Cookbook Author Dodi Elhalogy http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.71Mb) Description: An interview with the author of The Savory Secrets of Dodi's Home Cooking, Dodi Elhalogy. Join us for a discussion of the health benefits of Middle Eastern recipes.
62. Irene Brodsky, Part Two http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 2.52Mb) Description: Poet Irene Brodsky hopes to serve as an inspiration to women who have an unmet goal to reach in life. She firmly believes in the idea that age is just a number. She will be discussing her book of freestyle poetry, titled Poetry Unplugged.
63. Irene Brodksy, Part One http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.43Mb) Description: Poet and educator Irene Brodsky shares information about her new book, Poetry Unplugged. She is a 62-year-old recent graduate of Brooklyn College who has returned to the classroom to teach a new group of students. Join her and Sarah Moore on Writers in the Sky Podcast.
64. Book Publicist Pam Lontos - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.70Mb) Description: Our show today will go beyond marketing a book online and take us outside the electronic boxes we sit in front of everyday. This is not to minimize the importance or the impact of online marketing, but to show authors how it is possible to get your book mentioned in publications such as The Wall Street Journal, Entrepreneur, USA Today, The New York Times, as well as various trade journals, e-zines, and radio shows.
65. Book Publicist Pam Lontos - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.90Mb) Description: Yvonne Perry's guest today is Pam Lontos, the president of PR/PR, a public relations firm that specializes in providing publicity to experts and companies. Pam is also the author of I See Your Name Everywhere: Leverage the Power of the Media to Grow Your Fame, Wealth and Success, published by Morgan James.
66. Charles Tillinghast - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 2.58Mb) Description: Listeners will enjoy this valuable information concerning the record industry specifically and effective marketing in general. For more information about Charles Tillinghast and How Capitol Got the Beatles, and Then What Happened, please visit www.OutskirtsPress.com
67. Charles Tillinghast - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.84Mb) Description: Writers in the Sky podcast host, Sarah Moore, interviewing Charles Tillinghast about his fascinating and humorous look behind the scenes at The Beatles' record label. Mr. Tillinghast worked for fifteen years as the head of the Law Department of Capitol Records, including the time during which The Beatles were signed with the label. He shares inside information about how the contract with The Beatles almost did not come to pass, who really discovered the Fab Four, and how strains in personal relationships caused problems with the band’s contract negotiations.
68. Conversation with Editors http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 16.44Mb) Description: Carolyn Howard-Johnson & Yvonne Perry discuss common mistakes authors make and how to correct them to make your writing stronger.
69. Author JA Nevling Part Two http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 2.44Mb) Description: In this second part of Sarah Moore's interview with J. A. Nevling, the author discusses his experiences with self-publishing and how he is working to market his new book, Burned.
70. Author JA Nevling Part One http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.28Mb) Description: First-time author J. A. Nevling was interviewed by WITS author's assistant Sarah Moore about his book Burned. He describes the twelve-year learning process that developed his writing skills and led to the completion of his novel. Burned is a mystery that incorporates an exploration of human relationships.
71. Author ML Lloyd Part 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.37Mb) Description: Author ML Lloyd was interviewed by Sarah Moore of Writers in the Sky Podcast.
72. Author ML Lloyd Part 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.49Mb) Description: Lloyd
73. Soul Exchange Walk-ins Part 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.17Mb) Description: Walk-ins, Walk-outs, soul exchanges are a spiritual phenomena that is occurring more and more as our planet evolves spiritually.
74. Soul Exchange Walk-ins Part 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 6.85Mb) Description: Soul exchanges occur when a soul has finished its mission and the body is still useful to a soul that does not need the experience of birth and childhood. This only occurs if an agreement was made prior to the incarnation of the first soul entering the body at birth.
75. Blending Spirituality & Business http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 13.30Mb) Description: On The Frazzled Entrepreneur Program: The Author as Entrepreneur, Les Brown and Yvonne Perry talked about how spirituality and business go hand in hand. Turning a theology degree into a livelihood is a real challenge, but it can be done. Yvonne shares how it happened for her as she began exploring new paths and different types of belief systems and came to find the American Institute of Holistic Theology (AIHT) where she obtained her Bachelor of Science in Metaphysics. During that time she began setting goals to leave her corporate job and move into a new career as a self-employed business owner. It has worked out well for her to follow her inner guidance in blending family, relationships, belief systems, and career.
76. Mystic Speaks about the Other Side http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 8.64Mb) Description: Have you had a Near-Death Experience, Out-of-Body Experience, Spiritually Transformative Experience, or other experience that can't be readily explained? Rev. Juliet Nightingale is a facilitator, radio show host, speaker, teacher, medium and life coach, and is available for public and private speaking engagements. She also conducts seminars covering a wide range of topics. near-death studies & support, Reiki & remote healing; psychic, spiritual, grief & motivational counseling as well as books/videos/DVDs on related topics.
77. Author Speaks about Death and Dying 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.78Mb) Description: death, dying, author, afterlife, Yvonne Perry, Writers in the Sky, Carol Denbow, hospice, writing, books,
78. Author Speaks about Death and Afterlife 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.90Mb) Description: death, dying, author, afterlife, Yvonne Perry, Writers in the Sky, Carol Denbow, hospice, writing, books,
79. Political Author Marc Boyajian - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 2.62Mb) Description: Mr. Boyajian provides a road map of policy changes, ranging from issues of health care and education to the Iraq War and our global economy. He discusses each subject in straightforward language with specific solutions. Whether or not you agree with his proposals, you will appreciate the ability of Mr. Boyajian's writing to spark debate. Check out this interview to learn about his prescription for America.
80. Political Author Marc Boyajian - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 5.21Mb) Description: Marc Boyajian talks about his book The Next Falling Empire. Mr. Boyajian is a Syrian-born author who was raised in Lebanon and moved to the United States as a young adult.
81. Irene Watson The Sitting Swing - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.75Mb) Description: In this second part of Yvonne Perry's interview with therapist and author Irene Watson, a discussion on how Irene published her book, The Sitting Swing, leads into great tips on book marketing online.
82. Irene Watson The Sitting Swing - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 5.60Mb) Description: Is there someone in your life who tries to manipulate you by not allowing you to be who you are and find your own path in life? If you are in a situation where your emotional life is being snuffed out, this interview with therapist and author Irene Watson will help you begin your path to healing and being the person you truly want to be!
83. Science and Intuitive Author - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 7.81Mb) Description: MaAnna Stephenson and Yvonne Perry discuss The Sage Age—Blending Science and Intuitive Wisdom and how the author published her book with Nightengale Press and how she is marketing it. The Sage Age is now available at all major online retailers or through the publisher, Nightengale Press at (847) 810-8498. Visit www.SageAge.net for more information and links for purchase. While there, you can also read several articles giving a preview of topics covered in Stephenson’s book.
84. Science and Intuitive Author -1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.61Mb) Description: MaAnna Stephenson talks about her new book The Sage Age—Blending Science with Intuitive Wisdom featured in Publisher's Weekly Sept. 22. From an early age MaAnna was exposed to a myriad of influences including her father's engineering and artistic endeavors, her maternal line of intuitives, and an intrinsic fascination with sound and music. By the time she was a teenager, she was already a multi-instrumentalist and composer, exploring sounds and techniques with special interest in how they affected listeners spiritually and emotionally. She later became a published composer with airplay in eleven countries.
85. Business Author Dennis Snow - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 2.48Mb) Description: Dennis Snow talks about his book Lessons from the Mouse that presents ten lessons in business organization that Disney has practiced to near perfection. In part two of this interview he discusses how he published and marketed the book.
86. Business Author Dennis Snow - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 5.15Mb) Description: Lessons from the Mouse is an ideal book for any business looking to improve its customer service approach and the sense of professionalism. In this interview, Dennis Snow, a speaker and consultant who spent twenty years with the Walt Disney Company, talks about his book and the ideas in it.
87. Becoming a Freelance Writer http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 10.97Mb) Description: Author, freelance writer, editor, and owner of Writers in the Sky Creative Writing Services, Yvonne Perry, is interviewed by Lillian Brummet on Conscious Discussions. This audio was modified for WITS Podcast. Learn how Yvonne started her own freelance writing company.
88. Author Linda Ballou on Chiefess of Hawaii http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 6.64Mb) Description: Linda Ballou discusses with podcast host Barbara Milbourn Wai-nani– High Chiefess of Hawai`i Her Ancient Journey. Wai-nani, like all Hawaiians is a “water baby” finding strength, solace and wisdom in the sea. Throughout her life, she rails against the “kapu system” that calls for human sacrifice and severe penalties for the slightest infractions of laws imposed upon the common people.
89. Author Tamera Lawrence http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.12Mb) Description: First-time author Tamera Lawrence discusses her book The Pond--a mystery/thriller based upon a true story told to her by her mother--a the writing process she used to bring the story to life. A boy drowns in a pond near his home in rural Pennsylvania—an innocent, nearly friendless boy. Twenty five years later the first chapter begins across the road when the drowned boy’s only friend, Mike Adams, returns to the area with his wife and seven-year-old daughter to live in the house he grew up in.
90. Author Ken Worth 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 2.20Mb) Description: Worth insists that he is a blessed man who sees life as a challenge to be met head-on and as an opportunity to make a difference. Here Worth lays out his tragedy and triumph for everyone to see. His story will renew your faith and your optimism.
91. Author Ken Worth 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 2.30Mb) Description: Journey with author Kenneth F. Worth as he faces hard times and great blessings. His has been a road made rough by many adversities, including the tragic death of his parents at age eleven, a year in Vietnam and an array of serious physical challenges.
92. Life After Death Jan Vandersande - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 5.37Mb) Description: Dr. Jan Vandersande received his B.A. with Honors from Swarthmore College, his M. Sc. in Physics from Cornell University and his Ph.D. in Physics from the University of the Wit waters rand, Johannesburg, South Africa. He was a lecturer, then an Assistant Professor at the University of Wit waters rand and then a visiting Associate Professor at Cornell University. During his career, he has worked on power sources for space applications. Currently he is the Director of Communications for the Hi-Tech company VIASPACE Inc. and spends most of his spare time reading and writing about psychic phenomena. He has had over 80 scientific articles published in scientific journals and conference proceedings and he has three patents. Mr. Vandersande is here today to talk about his book Life After Death: Some of the Best Evidence.
93. Life After Death Jan Vandersande - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.36Mb) Description: My guest today is Dr. Jan Vandersande and we’ve been discussing his book Life After Death: Some of the Best Evidence. We’ve had a wonderful examination of psychic phenomena and experiences we’ve had with those who have passed over from this Earth life to another dimension. In this next part, we will explore how Jan published his book and what he is doing to promote it.
94. Deondriea Cantrice - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.21Mb) Description: Author of Rhythm Can't Keep Time, Sometime Love Just Ain't Enough--an interview with Yvonne Perry on Writers in the Sky Podcast Rhythm is synonymous with time, but what happens when Rhythm Can't Keep Time? Sterling and Sheridyn were not looking for love when they discovered a distinct rhythm in each other. A Song, a dance, and a simple beat led them into a journey of Urban Love. Rhythm Can't Keep Time is not a sappy love story, but a tale of passion, purpose, and possibilities that will keep you entranced in Sterling and Sheridyn's dance. Although love is timeless, it waits for no one.
95. Deondriea Cantrice - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.60Mb) Description: Love, romance, and dating take a new twist in this novel by Deondriea Cantrice. Join her as she is interviewed by Yvonne Perry of Writers in the Sky Podcast.
96. Christian Author Kimberly Cash Tate - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 2.25Mb) Description: Part 2 of an interview with African-American author Kimberly Cash Tate.
97. Christian Author Kimberly Cash Tate http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.16Mb) Description: Kimberly Cash Tate, author of Heavenly Places, speaks with Sarah Moore on Writers in the Sky podcast.
98. Author on Immigration Bridget lenox - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 2.41Mb) Description: In this interview, Bridget Lenox talks about her book Beyond the Border. She also shares marketing and publishing tips.
99. Author on Immigration Bridget Lenox - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 2.51Mb) Description: B. T. Lenox grew up with two brothers in the suburbs of southeast San Diego where Mexicans worked both legally and illegally for neighbors and friends. She often overheard stories of capture and abuse, and witnessed border patrol agents taunt and threaten migrant workers. In this interview, she is interviewed about her book Beyond the Border.
100. Author Kelley Dupuis - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 5.20Mb) Description: Part two of this interview with Sarah Moore, author Kelley Dupuis gives marketing tips and publishing info about his book Three Flies Up.
101. Author Kelley Dupuis - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 5.12Mb) Description: This book about baseball and father/son relationships is a great read. The author, Kelley Dupuis, is interviewed by Writers in the Sky host, Sarah Moore. A mutual love for the game of baseball, one of few things capable of bridging the cultural, generational, and emotional gap separating father and son. Baseball is their chief, often only, common ground. When the author is in his late forties, after years of estrangement from his father and following his mother’s death, he returns home to California to assist in caring for his dad, now approaching 90 and gradually falling victim to dementia. Eventually, when the author becomes his father’s primary caregiver, baseball is more important than ever.
102. children's Book Author Dawn Menge 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 1.37Mb) Description: Part 2 of a brief interview with Dawn Menge, author of Queen Vernita's Visitors and Sarah Moore, host of Writer in the Sky Podcast.
103. Children's Book Author Dawn Menge 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 2.34Mb) Description: Dawn Menge discusses her new children's book Queen Vernita's visits. Sarah Moore hosts Writers in the Sky Podcast.
104. Golf Author James Ross 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.18Mb) Description: James Ross talks about his golfing book, Finish Line, with podcast host Barbara Milbourn. Observe the special relationship between adolescents, a cast of grown golfing misfits, and a young man battling cancer. Explore the heart-wrenching relationship between an impressionable child and a pseudo big brother as they develop a love for the game of golf and apply those lessons to the challenges of life. Experience their reactions to drinking, smoking, and gambling as they battle a dysfunctional family situation, exposure to a life-threatening disease, and a summer to remember. Learn more at http://www.authorjamesross.com/.
105. Golf Author James Ross 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.75Mb) Description: James Ross discussing his book, Finish Line, with podcast host Barbara Milbourn. Finish Line is a continuation of the happenings in and around the fictitious setting of Prairie Winds Golf Course on the East Side of St. Louis. Follow the adventures of two teenage boys as they explore a slice of life they never knew existed. Learn more at http://www.authorjamesross.com/.
106. POD Expert Sandy Powell - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 2.72Mb) Description: In part two of this interview, Sandy Powell shares the amenities offered to authors for free on Author Tree. Learn more about the publish-on-demand business.
107. POD Expert Sandy Powell http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.02Mb) Description: Sandy Powell works for Author SOlutions--the parent company for Wordclay and Author Tree. She shares the publish-on-demand process and gives tips for book marketing.
108. Teen Author Marc Loranger http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.52Mb) Description: If you like reading a story that has you hanging on to every word, then "You're It" is for you. This book will leave you breathless and wanting more after each chapter. Join teen author Marc Loranger as he talks about his book on Writers in the Sky Podcast.
109. Jerry Simmons on book publishing 3 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.66Mb) Description: What Writers Need to Know about Publishing is a behind-the-scenes look at a big New York publisher, what happens, how authors and their books are published, and what an author can do to help themselves and their book become successful. Read more at www.NothingBinding.com. Jerry's book is only available at his website www.WritersReaders.com.
110. Jerry Simmons on book publishing 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.42Mb) Description: Jerry has worked 25 years for Random House and Time Warner Book Group—both major New York publishing houses. His new site, NothingBinding, is an online social networking outlet where authors may sell their books and readers can find the books they are looking for. Join Nothing Binding and submit your book now: http://www.nothingbinding.com/. Find out more about what Jerry has to offer authors on his Website www.WritersReaders.com.
111. Jerry Simmons on book publishing 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.11Mb) Description: Jerry D. Simmons, the author of What Writers Need To Know About Publishing, interviewed on Writers in the Sky podcast to share his experience and help authors understand what goes on inside major publishers.
112. Teen Author Christina Hamlett http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.50Mb) Description: Yvonne Perry's guest is Christina Hamlett—the author of Movie Girl. Her book for teens and tweens was published by Outskirts Press. In this interview, Christina discusses her publishing experience and gives marketing tips.
113. Teen Author Christina Hamlett - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.25Mb) Description: Christina Hamlett is the author of Movie Girl—a book in the new fiction series targeted to teens and tweens. Christina has written 25 books, 125 plays and musicals for young people, and five optioned feature films. She is also a professional script consultant for the movie industry, as well as a ghostwriter for The Penn Group in Manhattan.
114. Author Amy Martin - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 2.59Mb) Description: Amy Y. Martin is a survivor of colon cancer, Graves disease, and severe brain trauma from a serious car accident. She tells her story in her book, Living to Tell About It, A Pursuit of Normalcy, published by Lulu.com. Join Sarah Moore as she interviews Amy.
115. Author Amy Martin - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 2.98Mb) Description: Amy Y. Martin is an entrepreneur, author, philanthropist, wife, mother and quite literally, a survivor. During her teenage years, she endured and conquered colon cancer, Graves disease, and severe brain trauma from a serious car accident. Her book, Living to Tell About It A Pursuit of Normalcy, was published by Lulu.com.
116. Author of Teen Gang Book Tim Stewart - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.58Mb) Description: Positive Force offers an alternative to gang involvement. This fictional story comes with a constitution to help young people focus their energies on positive action rather than negative influences. This is part 2 of an interview Tim Stewart did with his developmental editor, Yvonne Perry.
117. Author of Teen Gang Book Tim Stewart - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.99Mb) Description: Tim Stewart, the author of a Positive Force--a fantastic book for teens and those who work with them. Yvonne Perry worked with Tim as a developmental editor. Their author-editor camaraderie is a plus in this information-filled interview.
118. $32-million Author Roger C. Parker - 3 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 5.41Mb) Description: Roger Parker joins Yvonne Perry on Writers in the Sky Podcast to discuss Published & Profitable--a membership site where writers may learn about writing, being a published and successful author.
119. $32-Million Author Roger C. Parker - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.91Mb) Description: Learn about Published and Profitable--a Website that contains hundreds of articles, audios, assessments, case studies, interviews, templates, videos, and worksheets to help members plan, write, promote, and profit from a nonfiction book.
120. $32-Million Author Roger C. Parker - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 5.94Mb) Description: Roger C. Parker is the 32-Million Dollar Author with 38 books having sold over 1.6 million copies. His Published & Profitable membership site and this interview shares what he’s learned about writing and publishing—and to help new authors avoid some of the mistakes he’s made, and seen others make.
121. Energy Expert John Tobin - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 2.83Mb) Description: In this interview, John Tobin--Executive Director of the Energy LITERACY Project, Inc. speaks with WITS podcast host Barbara Milbourn about the energy industry. John is the author of Confessions of an Energy Price Forecaster - A 12-Step Program to Enlightenment.
122. Energy Expert John Tobin - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 2.94Mb) Description: John Tobin is the Executive Director of the Energy LITERACY Project, Inc. and the author of Confessions of an Energy Price Forecaster - A 12-Step Program to Enlightenment. In this interview he speaks with WITS podcast host Barbara Milbourn about the state of affairs regarding the energy industry.
123. Financial Planning Author Ron Firmin Part 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.10Mb) Description: The information about financial planning that Ron Firmin share on this Writers in the Sky Podcast cost him over $3 million, but it will only cost you $20 for the book that will teach you his lessons.
124. Financial Planning Author Ron Firmin Part 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.84Mb) Description: Ron Firmin’s new book, Fire Your Financial Planner, was written with Baby Boomers in mind. Here is how to manage your resources, assets, and money more wisely.
125. Meri Lee Testa http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 7.65Mb) Description: Meri Lee Testa discusses her life’s journey and her book Choosing the Color on Writers in the Sky Podcast.
126. Author Anne Da Vigo http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 6.33Mb) Description: Anne Da Vigo is a freelance writer, public relations professional and award-winning former journalist. She lives with her husband in Sacramento, California. Her fiction has appeared in literary magazines, and she has presented her work on Public Radio’s Valley Writers Read program. She has been a winner in the Sacramento Friends of the Library short story contest. For over a decade she has been a member of the Monday Night Writers Group, which has nourished and sustained her writing life. Anne edited and co-authored the group’s book, Coffee and Ink: How a Writers Group Can Nourish Your Creativity, which won a gold award in the Northern California Publishers and Authors annual competition.
127. Query Letters Molli Nickell - 3 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.32Mb) Description: The purpose of a query letter is to motivate the reader to ask for a manuscript submission. Learn the basic structure of a one-page, four-paragraph query letter that captures attention with business-like appearance in the first two compelling paragraphs.
128. Getting Published Molli Nickell - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.95Mb) Description: Overcoming two major aspects of getting published that stop writers dead in their tracks: fear of rejection and lack of understanding of how to communicate with agents/editors/publishers.
129. Query Letters Molli Nickell - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 5.69Mb) Description: Learn the #1 secret about writing query letters. Molly Nickell is a marketing coach, former publisher and Time-Life editor sharing advice on writing query letters, as well as marketing tips to help writers get published.
130. Dottie Randazzo - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.43Mb) Description: Dottie Randazzo is the author of 15 books. In this second part of her interview with Yvonne Perry, Dottie talks about how she published her book with lulu.com and how she is marketing her book ARE YOU A SPIRITUAL HYPOCHONDRIAC?
131. Dottie Randazzo - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.72Mb) Description: Dottie Randazzo is the author of 15 books including "Are you a Spiritual Hypochondriac?" Dottie discusses her books and her writing career with interviewer Yvonne Perry.
132. Dr. Moe Anderson part 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.37Mb) Description: Monica “Dr. Moe” Anderson, is an author, publisher, motivational speaker, and Doctor of Dental Surgery. In this interview she discusses the publishing and marketing of her book "I Stand Accused."
133. Dr. Moe Anderson part 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.26Mb) Description: An interview with Dr. Monica Anderson DDS about her new novel "I Stand Accused."
134. Barbara Techel - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.78Mb) Description: Barbara Techel talks about how she self-published and is marketing her book author of “Frankie, the Walk ‘N Roll Dog.” Frankie is a miniature dachshund who experienced a spinal cord injury and uses a doggie wheelchair to get around.
135. Barbara Techel - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 2.59Mb) Description: Barbara Techel is the author of “Frankie, the Walk ‘N Roll Dog.” Frankie is a miniature dachshund who experienced a spinal cord injury and uses a doggie wheelchair to get around.
136. Charlie Hudson - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 2.82Mb) Description: Charlotte "Charlie" Hudson, a 22-year career military veteran and wife, freelance writer and author talks about her latest novel SHADES OF GOLD. Learn how she published her book with Outskirts Press.
137. Charlie Hudson - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.57Mb) Description: Charlotte "Charlie" Hudson is a 22-year career military veteran and wife, freelance writer and author. She joins the rank of authors in the WITS community as she talks about her latest novel SHADES OF GOLD.
138. Author Christine Blake http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 5.06Mb) Description: Christine Blake, the author of Woman Redeemed, joins Barbara Milbourn on Writers in the Sky Podcast.
139. Author Karen Zemek http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.54Mb) Description: When her father passed away, Karen Zemek wanted to do something to honor him and help her process her grief. That’s when she decided to give writing a try. In this interview she talks about her book "My Funny Dad, Harry."
140. Book Promotion Expert Nikki Leigh - 3 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.70Mb) Description: Book marketing expert and author Nikki Leigh recently launched a new book tour site at www.inspiredauthor.com/promotion. The site offers promotional opportunities for authors and businesses. Learn about Nikki's publishing experience and some great book marketing tips in this interview.
141. Book Promotion Expert Nikki Leigh - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.45Mb) Description: Book Promo 101 – Basics of Book Promotion is Nikki Leigh’s latest book. She created it to share her promotional background with authors. This interview includes tips and suggestions to help the beginning book promoter or the more experienced promoter.
142. Book Promotion Expert Nikki Leigh - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.12Mb) Description: Nikki Leigh owns a consulting and promotional business and has 21 years of business management and 15 years of marketing experience. Learn how she uses this knowledge to help authors promote their books.
143. Steven Clark Bradley - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 2.35Mb) Description: Steven Clark Bradley discusses his novel Nimrod Rising and shares his publishing experience with Publish America.
144. Steven Clark Bradley 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.61Mb) Description: Steven Clark Bradley talks about His latest novel NIMROD RISING in an interview with Yvonne Perry.
145. Novelist Cheryl Robinson - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.88Mb) Description: Cheryl Robinson, author of SWEET GEORGIA BROWN, discusses how she published her book with NAL, a division of the Penguin Group.
146. Novelist Cheryl Robinson - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.51Mb) Description: Cheryl Robinson talks about her latest novel SWEET GEORGIA BROWN.
147. Historical Author Velda Brotherton - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.38Mb) Description: Fly With The Mourning Dove is the true story of a young girl who grows up on a homestead in New Mexico. Join the author Velda Brotherton as she discusses her book and how she published it.
148. Historical Author Velda Brotherton - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.76Mb) Description: The author of three nonfiction historical books talks about her latest book Fly With The Mourning Dove. The book is set in a time when New Mexico was opening up to artists. Learn about Tusas, Taos and other western towns.
149. Author Mark David Gerson - Part 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 6.08Mb) Description: An inspirational speaker as well as an author of The Voice of the Muse: Answering the Call to, Write, Mark David Gerson has spoken to groups all over the country about empowerment, creativity, personal growth and spirituality. This is part two of his interview with Yvonne Perry.
150. Author Mark David Gerson - Part 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 5.47Mb) Description: MARK DAVID GERSON has taught writing as a creative and spiritual pursuit for more than 15 years, helping both novice and seasoned writers to deepen their creativity, move through creative blocks and answer their call to write. This is part one of an interview with Mark David and Yvonne Perry of Writers in the Sky.
151. Author Victoria Moran Part 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.62Mb) Description: Victoria Moran, author of FAT, BROKE & LONELY NO MORE: YOUR PERSONAL SOLUTION TO OVEREATING, OVERSPENDING, AND LOOKING FOR LOVE IN ALL THE WRONG PLACES joins Yvonne Perry to discuss her book and how she published with HarperOne.
152. Author Victoria Moran Part 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.62Mb) Description: Victoria Moran is the author of ten books, an international speaker on wellness and personal growth, and a certified life coach specializing in transformation and rejuvenation. Victoria’s latest book is Fat, Broke & Lonely No More: Your Personal Solution to Overeating, Overspending, and Looking for Love in All the Wrong Places, just out from HarperOne.
153. Author Janet Switzer http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 5.48Mb) Description: New York Times bestselling co-author Janet Switzer is the author of a new book called Instant Income: Strategies That Bring In the Cash. Janet discusses how the average person can generate incredible amounts of cash in just hours, days or weeks.
154. Mango Tree Cafe Author Taryn Simpson http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 6.14Mb) Description: Pulitzer nominee author, screenwriter, Taryn Simpson joins Barbara Milbourn to discuss her novel titled “The Mango Tree Café, Loi Kroh Road,” which is garnering rave reviews from readers all over the world. The book was shown at the Beijing, China International Book Fair and is competing for a Pulitzer Prize in the Best Fiction category as well as the best fictional novel hosted by USABookNews.com.
155. Humorous Author Mari San Giovanni http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 6.75Mb) Description: Author, Mari San Giovanni joins Yvonne Perry to discuss Mari's hilarious book Greetings from Jamaica, Wish You Were Queer. Even if you are straight as a board, you will enjoy this family story that defies all the rules our society has set for how we should and should not love.
156. Book publicist Penny Sansevieri http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 5.26Mb) Description: Penny C. Sansevieri, CEO and founder of Author Marketing Experts, Inc. (AME), is a best-selling author and internationally recognized book marketing and media relations expert. Barbara Milbourn of Writers in the Sky interviews Penny as author, freelance writer, publicist, and instructor.
157. Susan Schaab Wearing the Spider http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 7.56Mb) Description: Susan Schaab is a New York attorney who, for more than eight years, practiced technology and intellectual property law. She has written a book titled "Wearing the Spider." In this podcast she is interviewed by Suzanne Lieurance.
158. Sheri Sinykin - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 5.09Mb) Description: Sheri Sinykin talks about her novel Giving up the Ghost inspired by her work as a hospice volunteer and her mother’s 8.5 year battle with cancer. Learn about her publishing and book marketing experience with Peachtree Publishing of Atlanta, GA.
159. Sheri Sinykin - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 5.56Mb) Description: Young teen novelist Sheri Sinykin talks with Podcast host Yvonne Perry about her book Giving up the Ghost. Learn about the death and dying process, ghosts, hospice care and facing fears.
160. Novelist Jordana Ryan http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.85Mb) Description: Jordana Ryan is a 31-year-old single mom who has spent much of her time working with mentally ill adult and Juvenile criminals. Her first novel No Matter What, is an encouraging book to help people who are wasting their lives on unfulfilling things. Barbara Milbourn interviews Jordana about her book on Writers in the Sky Podcast.
161. Book Reviewer Irene Watson http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 5.37Mb) Description: Irene Watson is the owner and manager of a book review company called Reader Views. In this interview she joins Yvonne Perry to talk about her company and what she can do to help authors promote their books.
162. Humorous Author Vickie Decoster - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.73Mb) Description: In part 2 of this interview with Yvonne Perry, Vickie Decoster talks about her publishing process and gives listeners some tips on book marketing. Vickie is the award-winning author of The Wacky World of Womanhood: Essays on Girlhood, Dating, Motherhood, and the Loss of Matching Underwear (iUniverse, 2003) as well as Husbands, Hot Flashes, and All That Hullabaloo! (iUniverse, 2006).
163. Humorous Author Vickie Decoster - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.97Mb) Description: Vickie is the award-winning author of The Wacky World of Womanhood: Essays on Girlhood, Dating, Motherhood, and the Loss of Matching Underwear (iUniverse, 2003) as well as Husbands, Hot Flashes, and All That Hullabaloo! (iUniverse, 2006). Vickie talks with Yvonne Perry about her latest book and how she published it.
164. Romance author Pam Thibodeaux http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 8.19Mb) Description: Pamela Thibodeaux is the award-winning author of four romantic novels. Her writing has been tagged as "Inspirational with an Edge!" and reviewed as "Steamier and grittier than the typical Christian without decreasing the message.” In this interview with Yvonne Perry, Pamela talks about her books and how she published them.
165. Rev. Dan Bloodworth on Stem Cell Research http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 8.50Mb) Description: Reverend Dan Bloodworth has devoted 16 years of his life to learning everything he could about stem cell research. He and Yvonne Perry worked together on a book titled RIGHT TO RECOVER Winning the Political and Religious Wars over Stem Cell Research in America. Hear Biblical support for blastocystic (embryonic) stem cell research in this 30-minute interview.
166. Joanne Lozar Glenn - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 2.77Mb) Description: Joanne Lozar Glenn has written more than 100 articles, brochures, and teaching guides. In this interview, she speaks with Rosi Stewart about her latest book Mentor Me: A Guide to Being Your Own Best Advocate in the Workplace.
167. Joanne Lozar Glenn - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.06Mb) Description: Joanne Lozar Glenn is an independent writer, editor, and educator, who develops educational programs and materials for associations and other businesses. She discusses her book Mentor Me: A Guide to Being Your Own Best Advocate in the Workplace with podcast host Rosi Stewart on Writers in the Sky.
168. Author Fran Silverman - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 2.88Mb) Description: Yvonne Perry interviews Francine Silverman, the author of TALK RADIO FOR AUTHORS in part two of this 2-part interview.
169. Author Fran Silverman - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.94Mb) Description: Francine Silverman is the author of TALK RADIO FOR AUTHORS. Learn more about this book and Fran's newsletter in this 2-part interview.
170. Author Maggie Ball - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.13Mb) Description: Magdalena Ball is author of The Art of Assessment and Quark Soup. She runs the popular Compulsive Reader website at http://www.compulsivereader.com/. In part 2 of this interview with Yvonne Perry, Maggie talks about her latest book, Sleep Before Evening.
171. Author Maggie Ball - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.60Mb) Description: Magdalena Ball is interviewed by Yvonne Perry about her book Sleep Before Evening.
172. Authors Lillian & Dave Brummet - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.16Mb) Description: Dave & Lillian Brummet join Rosi Stewart on Writers in the Sky Podcast to discuss their new book Trash Talk.
173. Authors Lillian & Dave Brummet - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 2.98Mb) Description: A book titled "Trash Talk" by Dave and Lillian Brummet is an excellent resource in the classroom for recycling, environmental and gardening programs. Join Rosi Stewart as she interviews the authors.
174. Dr. Meg Blackburn Losey - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.53Mb) Description: Dr. Meg Blackburn Losey talks about her book Children of Now as she is interviewed by Yvonne Perry. Learn about crystalline Children, transitional children and angels on earth.
175. Dr. Meg Blackburn Losey - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.69Mb) Description: Join Yvonne Perry as she interviews Dr. Meg Blackburn Losey about her book, Children of Now.
176. Spiritual Author Lynn Andrews - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.99Mb) Description: Lynn Andrews, author of Writing Spirit, tells how problems can be solved, healing can occur and day-to-day help can be accessed from the spiritual realm. Learn how a writer can capture universal energies to make their writing effortless as Yvonne Perry interview Lynn Andrews on Writers in the Sky
177. Spiritual Author Lynn Andrews - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 6.84Mb) Description: Lynn Andrews is the author of 19 books, including the New York Times bestsellers, Medicine Woman and Jaguar Woman. Yvonne Perry interviews Lynn about her latest book Writing Spirit
178. Financial Expert Janine Bolon - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 2.85Mb) Description: Financial Author, Janine Bolon, gives step-by-step instructions and real examples to help you move from fiscal deprivation to wealth accumulation. Interviewed by Rosi Stewart for Writers in the Sky Podcast.
179. Financial Expert Janine Bolon - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.02Mb) Description: Author Janine Bolon joins Rosi Stewart on Writers in the Sky Podcast to discuss her book Money...It's Not Just for Rich People! This book tells how to get it together financially and keep it that way.
180. Author Frank Cavalli - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.67Mb) Description: "Before the Beginning Began" takes you to a time before earth was created. Nothing existed except for God and His plan for the expression of His awesome love. This story by Frank Cavalli is discussed with Yvonne Perry on Writers in the Sky podcast.n
181. Author Frank Cavalli - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 2.86Mb) Description: Author Frank Cavalli join Yvonne Perry on Writer's in the Sky Podcast to discuss his book Before the Beginning Began--a book that attempts to answer children’s questions about God.
182. Angela Grett on Bipolar Disorder Part 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.69Mb) Description: Angela is an author and ghostwriter. While authoring her book entitled “My Mother’s Bipolar, So What Am I?” she also learned the power of writing from the heart. Our greatest creativity comes when we stop thinking and simply feel. Her ability to get to the depth of a story allows Angela to capture its true essence.
183. Angela Grett on Bipolar Disorder Part 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.17Mb) Description: Angela is an author and ghostwriter. While authoring her book entitled “My Mother’s Bipolar, So What Am I?” she also learned the power of writing from the heart. Our greatest creativity comes when we stop thinking and simply feel. Her ability to get to the depth of a story allows Angela to capture its true essence.
184. Editor/Proofreader Carolyn Johnson 3 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 2.32Mb) Description: Carolyn Howard-Johnson's first novel, This Is the Place, won eight awards. Her book of creative nonfiction, Harkening: A Collection of Stories Remembered, won three. Here to talk more about her How to Do it Frugally Series is Carolyn Howard-Johnson.
185. Editor/Proofreader Carolyn Johnson 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.74Mb) Description: Yvonne Perry's guest is Carolyn Howard-Johnson, the award-winning author of the “How To Do It Frugally” Series of Books for authors. Carolyn’s first book The Frugal Book Promoter: How to Do What Your Publisher Won't was named USA Book News' "Best Professional Book 2004," and was given the Irwin Award.
186. Editor/Proofreader Carolyn Johnson 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 5.18Mb) Description: Carolyn Howard-Johnson is here to talk about her second book in the How To Do It Frugally series The Frugal Editor: Put Your Best Book Forward to Avoid Humiliation and Ensure Success.
187. Editor & Proofreader Sue Gilad -2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.00Mb) Description: Sue Gilad is the author of COPYEDITING AND PROOFREADING FOR DUMMIES. She has proofread or copyedited over 1,200 books for major publishers. Learn how you can make a living as a proofreader as Barbara Milbourn interviews Sue.
188. Editor & Proofreader Sue Gilad -1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 2.84Mb) Description: SUZANNE GILAD is the founder of PaidToProofread.com. Over the past ten years, she has proofread or copyedited over 1,200 books for Random House, Simon & Schuster, John Wiley & Sons, St. Martin’s Press, Oxford University Press, and Workman Publishing, among others. Listen as Barbara Milbourn interviews Sue Gilad.
189. Author Pierette Simpson-1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.47Mb) Description: Pierette Simpson is the author of ALIVE ON THE ANDREA DORIA! and L'ULTIMA NOTTE DELL'ANDREA DORIA (The Last Night of the Andrea Doria). Pierette is the first survivor to publish a book about this historic collision, sea rescue and sinking of this event. She hopes to continue the Andrea Doria legacy by becoming the gatekeeper of Doria survivor stories for historical documentation.
190. Author Pierette Simpson-2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.78Mb) Description: Pierette Simpson has been featured on American and Italian documentaries and newsmagazine programs inspired by her book: ALIVE ON THE ANDREA DORIA! The catastrophic ramming of the Stockholm into Italy’s crown jewel, the Andrea Doria, sent shock waves around the world. Survivor and author Pierette Domenica Simpson talks about her first-hand account of a calamity that could have been another Titanic
191. Shakespeare Code - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.12Mb) Description: Suzanne Lieurance, Founder, Director, and Coaching Coordinator of The National Writing for Children Center in Kansas City, Missouri, interviews Carla Groenewegen, the director of Summit University where Virginia M. Fellows, author of the Shakespeare Code studied. Learn more about the book, The Shakespeare Code, in this interview.
192. Shakespeare Code - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.68Mb) Description: Suzanne Lieurance interviews Carla Groenewegen, an expert on the Shakespeare Code. Carla is the director of Summit University where Virginia M. Fellows, author of the Shakespeare Code, studied.
193. Novelist Jamie Beckett-1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.07Mb) Description: Author Jamie Beckett joins Yvonne Perry to discuss his book Burritos and Gasoline.
194. Novelist Jamie Beckett - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.98Mb) Description: Author of Burritos and Gasoline joins Yvonne Perry to discuss his book and how he published through iUniverse.
195. Natural Fat Loss Bill Gottlieb - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.49Mb) Description: Working with preventative and drug-free remedies to health issues, Bill Gottlieb gleaned a lot of information for his book The Natural Fat-Loss Pharmacy. Learn how he published this book.
196. Natural Fat Loss - Bill Gottlieb - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.61Mb) Description: Past editor-in-chief and Senior Vice President of Prevention magazine, Bill Gottlieb, joins Yvonne Perry for an interview about talk about a book that he and Dr. Harry Pruce have written titled, “The Natural Fat-Loss Pharmacy,” Drug-Free Remedies to Help You Safely Lose Weight, Shed Fat, Firm Up and Feel Great.
197. Nutrition Author Annie Kay - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.49Mb) Description: Nutritionist and Author Annie B. Kay has integrated leading edge information on how the body works with her experience practicing and teaching yoga to develop an innovative approach to cultivating awareness, mind-body balance, and weight normalization. Learn more about her book in Part 2 of this interview with Barbara Sharp Milbourn.
198. Nutrition Author Annie Kay - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.15Mb) Description: Annie B. Kay's rare blend of scientific education in nutrition, practical training in yoga, and her personal health story bring unusual dimension to her endeavors in communicating the art and science of health. Learn more about her new book "Every Bite is Divine."
199. Young Teen Author Kathleen Ernst 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.44Mb) Description: Kathleen Ernst grew up in a family that considered books as fundamental to life as food and water. Today she is the author of many young teen books. In part two of this interview with Yvonne Perry she will discuss her writing and publishing process.
200. Young Teen Author Kathleen Ernst 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.77Mb) Description: Kathleen Ernst is a gifted author, educator, and social historian. She has published twelve novels and one nonfiction book, and served as project director/scriptwriter for several instructional television series. Kathleen enjoys writing historical fiction and she is here to talk about her latest book HEARTS OF STONE.
201. Relationship Author Elva Anson - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 2.49Mb) Description: Barbara Sharp-Milbourne interviews Elva Anson, the author of BECOMING SOUL MATES, How To Create the Lifelong Relationships You Always Dreamed Of. Becoming Soul Mates is based on tens of years of first-hand experiences in handling troubled relationships. This beautifully designed book will astonish you by helping you realize that a soul mate is probably closer than you think.
202. Relationship Author Elva Anson http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 2.49Mb) Description: Marriage Family Therapist, Elva Anson, has helped many couples transform deteriorating relationships into dynamic, deepening lifelong intimacy. Elva joins us today to talk about her latest book, BECOMING SOUL MATES, How to Create the Lifelong Relationship You Always Dreamed of.
203. Humorous IBS Author Tim Phelan http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.02Mb) Description: Got irritable bowel syndrome? Tim understands. In fact, he's written a book about it in hopes of helping others speak up. His desire to remove the stigma associated with bodily functions, is hilariously presented with his personal story.
204. Article Marketing "How to" - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.99Mb) Description: Article marketing with Suzanne Lieurance and Yvonne Perry. Two freelance writers teach you how to write an appealing article, a powerful resource box and show you how to track the results of your efforts. Learn about a FREE 21-day article writing course.
205. Article Marketing "How to" Part 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.69Mb) Description: Article marketing is a good way to drive business to your Web site or blog. Learn more in this 2-part discussion with Suzanne Lieurance and Yvonne Perry.
206. Business Author Tricia Malloy - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.52Mb) Description: Tricia Malloy is a seasoned entrepreneur and business consultant who started her own marketing and public relations firm to support the success of other passionate small-business owners. She is also a freelance journalist who has written more than 100 business profiles and articles for newspapers and magazines.
207. Business Author Tricia Malloy - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.30Mb) Description: Tricia Malloy is the author of the new book, Divine Wisdom at Work: 10 Universal Principles for Enlightened Entrepreneurs—a quick read and a life-long reference book for anyone who wants to use principles such as the Law of Attraction, visualization, affirmations and gratitude for success in business and life.
208. Writing Coach Suzanne Lieurance http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 5.57Mb) Description: Suzanne Lieurance, the working writer’s coach, is a successful freelance writer whose focus is on assisting writers and authors with the mechanics of writing and the art of networking. Suzanne has written many books for children which have been published by major publishing houses. During Yvonne Perry's interview with her, Suzanne talks about her coaching programs - both for children's writers and for those who write for adults.
209. eBook Publisher Genene Cote http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.60Mb) Description: DPPpress deals directly with authors and small presses to create, sell and distribute eBooks online. Find out how your book can become an eBook or browse the online store to find your next digital read.
210. iUniverse AME Author Mary E. Martin http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 6.10Mb) Description: Mary E. Martin published her book Final Paradox through iUniverse.com. Hear about the publishing process and learn how she found success working with Authors Marketing Experts to promote her book.
211. Authors Marketing Expert http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 5.90Mb) Description: Penny Sansevieri and G.D. Baum discuss their books and marketing techniques to help other authors know what to expect when trying to promote a book. Great tips and interesting books!
212. Magazine Editor Devra Ann Jacobs http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 6.63Mb) Description: Devra Ann Jacobs is an author, speaker and business woman. She founded and serves as editor-in-chief for Mystic Pop Magazine, the world’s fastest growing publication in the spirituality arena. In this interview with Yvonne Perry, she shares how she started her magazine and what types of submissions she accepts.
213. Romance Novelist Gigi Minor 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 2.49Mb) Description: Gigi Miner has written many articles for various newsletters, including Gateway to Tarot & Future Endeavors, and writes a monthly column for the online e-zine, The Meta Arts. In this second part of her interview with Yvonne Perry she discusses her book, THE FALLEN.
214. Romance Novelist Gigi Minor 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.81Mb) Description: Gigi Minor is the author of "The Fallen". It may be a fiction novel, but the spiritual impact it carries, caused me to see that it indeed contains a greater truth. We are the fallen angels; you, me, and so many others regardless of what course our lives take.
215. Publisher Barbara Joe Williams - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.54Mb) Description: Barbara Joe Williams has published many books for others as well as four of her own romance novels. In part two Barbara discusses with Yvonne Perry how she started Amani Publishing and how authors can publish with her.
216. Publisher Barbara Williams - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.74Mb) Description: Barbara Joe Williams is a freelance writer and an independent publisher who has published three romance novels and a handbook on self-publishing. Learn how she found a niche market for which publishers need writers.
217. Publicist Pam Lontos 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.38Mb) Description: Pam Lontos of PR/PR shares publicity tips for getting a book noticed by the media. Learn how a book publicist can boost your book's sales.
218. Publicist Pam Lontos 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 5.44Mb) Description: Pam Lontos is founder and president of PR/PR, a public relations firm that specializes in authors just like you. In this interview she shares with Yvonne Perry how to get the print media, radio, and TV interested in you and increase your book sales through the avenues of publicity.
219. Botox Author Eric Kaplan 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.28Mb) Description: Dr. Kaplan's book DYING TO BE YOUNG: From Botox to Botulism--A True Story of Survival (already on Amazon.com) will be released April 1, 2007. This interview discusses the Kaplan's near-death trauma book and his publishing venture with Nightenale Press.
220. Botox Author Eric Kaplan 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.71Mb) Description: Dr. Eric Kaplan discusses his new book Dying to be Young: From Botox to Botulism in this interview with Yvonne Perry. Find out why he and his wife nearly died when they received Botox injections.
221. Publisher Bob Gussin of Oceanview1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.09Mb) Description: Robert Gussin is the author of TRASH TALK—a wild, oddball crash of two cultures that turns into a hilarious lovefest. Yvonne Perry interviews Bob about his book and how he started his publishing company Oceanview Publishing.
222. Publisher Bob Gussin of Oceanview2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.04Mb) Description: Yvonne Perry interviews Robert Gussin of Oceanview Publishing. Oceanview is a rather new publishing company offering high quality works of fiction and nonfiction to readers worldwide. Oceanview is working hard to become a leading force in independent publishing.Find out what type of books this publisher is looking for.
223. Publisher Nightengale Press 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 5.23Mb) Description: Valerie Connelly is the founder of Nightengale Press. She is also a writer, author, educator, and radio show host of CALLING ALL AUTHORS In this interview she will provide information for publishing a book with Nightengale Press
224. Publisher Nightengale Press 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 7.04Mb) Description: Valerie Connelly, founder of Nightengale Press, shares how she works with authors, editors and illustrators from all over the world to produce publishing-ready manuscripts, design covers and illustrate children's books, protect their work, and develop a marketing plan.
225. Author Kathleen Jacoby - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.29Mb) Description: Kathleen Jacoby is currently Senior Editor for Children of the New Earth Magazine, and a columnist for several online magazines and a newspaper distributed in Southern California and Arizona. Her columns range from monthly numerology projections to reviews, children’s stories, and other articles based on timely topics.
226. Author Kathleen Jacoby - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.72Mb) Description: Here to talk with us about her writing career is Kathleen Jacoby. Kathleen has been involved in spiritual, scientific, and metaphysical pursuits for the past 31 years. She has hosted a weekly online discussion group and currently co-hosts a weekly radio interview program called The Millennium Café. In addition to being the author of three books Kathleen is also the Senior Editor for a quarterly newsletter: Seasons of The Soul and the Senior Editor for Children of the New Earth Magazine.
227. Poet Janet Riehl - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.77Mb) Description: Janet Riehl is an award-winning author, speaker, and creativity coach. Her poems, stories, and essays are widely published in national literary magazines. Janet’s work appears in three anthologies. She is 2006 finalist for Poet Laureate of Lake County, California. Her memoir of six generations told in story poems is Sightlines: A Poet’s Diary.
228. Poet Janet Riehl - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.78Mb) Description: In part 2 of this interview with Yvonne Perry, Janet further discusses her book Sightlines and how she was published.
229. Peter Bowerman on Self-Publishing 3 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 5.51Mb) Description: In this third part of an interview with Yvonne Perry and Peter Bowerman we discuss why a book proposal is important regardless of whether an author self-publishes or goes through a more traditional route to market; getting noticed on Amazon.com; a creative way to move your dinged books. See www.yvonneperry.net and www.wellfedsp.com
230. Peter Bowerman on self-publishing 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.90Mb) Description: In part two of this interview Yvonne Perry and Peter Bowerman discuss the time difference it takes to get a book to market using a commercial publisher versus self-publishing; the costs involved in self-publishing a book; and some sales and book marketing tips. See www.yvonneperry.net and www.wellfedsp.com
231. Peter Bowerman on Self-publishing 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.93Mb) Description: Peter Bowerman is a self-publishing guru. Listen as he shares in this 3-part interview with Yvonne Perry information from his book The Well-fed Self-publisher, how to turn one book into a full-time living. In part one learn the difference between self-publishing and conventional publishing through a commercial press; why POD is not self-publishing; eye-opening insight on vanity publishing and why most major retail bookstores do not accept these books. See www.yvonneperry.net and www.wellfedsp.com
232. Jessica Dockter graphic designer http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 5.72Mb) Description: On Dec. 29, 2006 Yvonne Perry interviewed Jessica Dockter, the book graphic doctor. Find out how a graphic designer can help a writer present your book and image to the world.
233. Editor & Speaker Zach Everson 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.48Mb) Description: Freelance Writer and Editor Zach Everson graduated cum laude from Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, NC with a Bachelor of Arts in English, and a minor in Journalism. He recently published an article in Backstreets, a magazine that focuses on Bruce Springsteen and related Jersey Shore artists. In Part Two of our interview Zach Everson and Yvonne Perry discuss how important good verbal communication is to a writer.
234. Editor & Public Speaker Zach Everson 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.94Mb) Description: Zach Everson grew up in Reading, MA (a suburb of Boston) and graduated from Wake Forest University where he majored in English literature, minored in journalism, and worked in a variety of positions at the student newspaper as news editor. Today he is freelance writer, editor, and consultant in Washington, DC. He has also written for the Greensboro News & Record and the Reading (MA) Times Chronicle. In part one of our interview we discuss how Zach started his writing and editing career. In part two we discuss Zach’s why he decided to become a Toastmaster and how his public speaking experience has been helpful to him as a writer. http://www.zacheverson.com/
235. Palmist/Author Myrna Lou Goldbaum 3 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 6.49Mb) Description: In Part Three Myrna Lou reads the palms of two of my friends: Gordon and Ryah. What a tale a hand can tell! Find out how to order her book and learn how to read palms for your friends and family.
236. Palm Reader/Author Myrna Lou 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.49Mb) Description: Myrna Lou Goldbaum began reading palms at the age of ten when her mother unknowingly gave her an old edition of a book on palmistry. Currently on her 55th year of reading palms, she has read, logged and documented in excess of 32,000 hands. One of them was mine! In Part Two of this interview Myrna reads my palm and reveals everything you never wanted to know about Yvonne Perry!
237. Palm Reader/Author Myrna Lou 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.19Mb) Description: Myrna has written an easy to read how-to book titled MAY I SEE YOUR HAND? Palm Reading for Fun and Profit. The diagrams in the book will help you understand the three palm readings Myrna gives on this fun and educational show. This best-selling book is available to podcast listeners for only $18 including shipping. The book is normally $19.95 plus shipping. Make sure you tell her you heard about the special price on Writers in the Sky Podcast.
238. Promoting A Freelance Writing Business http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 11.92Mb) Description: This is a teleclass facilitated by Suzanne Lieurance on 12-7-06. Listen as she instructs an open discussion with a group of freelance writers about ways to promote your freelance business.
239. Author Mary Buckner 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.57Mb) Description: Mary Buckner is an author whose first novel, Hyperthought, was nominated for the 2003 Philip K. Dick Award for distinguished science fiction. Her second novel, Neurolink, was published by Penguin/Ace in August, 2004. Her third novel, War Surfing, was released in 2005. In part two of our interview she and Yvonne talk about her latest book and how she was published.
240. Author Mary Buckner http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.88Mb) Description: Mary Buckner is an award winning writer who earned her B.A. in English Literature from Memphis State University, studied writing at Harvard University, then earned an M.A. in Creative Writing at Boston University. She is currently a freelance writer, environmental activist, and ardent whitewater kayaker. She has traveled through Europe, New Zealand and North America, lived in California, Alaska, Maine and Massachusetts, and now resides in Nashville, Tennessee.
241. Book Publicist Maryglenn McCombs 3 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.92Mb) Description: Maryglenn McCombs specializes in targeted book publicity campaigns and offers consulting services and promotion expertise for books by soliciting media coverage in print and electronic formats. She also creates press kits, press releases, biographies, fact sheets, tip sheets, target pitch letters, talking points/interview scripts for her clients. This is part three of an interview with Yvonne Perry where you will learn about national clipping services, listings in experts databases, soliciting short lead print media placements, and soliciting editorial calendar placements.
242. Book Publicist Maryglenn McCombs 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.49Mb) Description: In part two of this interview with Maryglenn, she and Yvonne talk about some of the ways to connect authors with the print media: trade journals, national magazines, newspapers, news services, syndicates, and newsletters outlets, and some ways to connect with the target market through email, electronic newsletters, RSS feeds, podcasts like this one and through websites.
243. Book Publicist Maryglenn McCombs 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 2.87Mb) Description: Maryglenn McCombs has been working in the book publishing industry for over 10 years. Find out how she got started as one of Nashville's premier book publicists and what she can do to help authors get their book noticed.
244. Children's Writer Lynne Berry 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.74Mb) Description: Lynne Berry lives in Nashville, TN, with her husband, five dogs, a cat, and assorted fish. When she’s not writing, she enjoys yoga, peanut butter sandwiches, and trips to the park with the dogs. In Part Two of Yvonne Perry's interview with Lynne the storyline of Lynne's books are outlined.
245. Children's writer Lynne Berry 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.90Mb) Description: Lynne Berry grew up in Sudbury, a small suburb of Boston, Massachusetts and graduated from Vanderbilt University where she received her Ph.D. in cell biology. After publishing several papers in scientific journals, she decided not to continue with laboratory research. Instead she entered the field of medical and technical writing as a day job, to enable her to pursue her interest in writing for children. She has published more than a dozen poems, many published in Ladybug magazine. In part 2 of our interview, we discuss Lynne’s children’s books Duck Skates and The Curious Demise of a Contrary Cat. www.lynneberry.com http://www.audioacrobat.com/play/WXk8DVQ4
246. Blogs: Attract More Readers http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 9.05Mb) Description: This Writer's networking teleclass was facilitated by Suzanne Lieurance on 11-16-06. Listen to a discussion on improving your blog to attract more readers.
247. Poet Hal Manogue Part 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.87Mb) Description: In part two Hal gives an account of how he self-published his first book of poetry titled Short Sleeves, A Book for Friends by working with a local printer who used leftover paper to produce 100 copies of Hal’s poems written in long-hand. When he published his second book of poetry Short Sleeves, A Book for Friends, 2006 Collection Hal used Ingram’s self-publishing affiliate Lightning Source to print a small run that he sells on his website www.shortsleeves.net.
248. Poet Hal Manogue Part 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.43Mb) Description: Hal Manogue moved from a path of seeking to satisfy his ego as a shoe salesman to a path of finding his true Self through poetry. In part one of this interview Hal shares his story of how his mother’s death and the void he felt inside led him to read poetry by greats such as Rumi, Rilke, Blake, Goethe, Dante, Dickinson Takahashi, and John Paul II. Hal says that reading and writing poetry is his spiritual path to enlightenment.
249. Cleansing Karma - Cherise Thorne 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 5.08Mb) Description: Reverend Cherise Thorne is the author of "The Blessing of Liberation: Path of Cleansing Karma." In part 2 we discuss what karma really is and how to clear it or use it to assist us on our spiritual path. Thorne's book is available on Amazon.com as well as on Cherise’s website http://www.newdawnascension.com/.
250. Cleansing Karma - Cherise Thorne 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 5.14Mb) Description: Yvonne's guest on Writers in the Sky (WITS) podcast Nov. 7th is Reverend Cherise Thorne--the author of The Blessing of Liberation: Path of Cleansing Karma. In part 1 we discuss how this ordained minister got started as a writer and why she is an expert on karma. Thorne's book is available on Amazon.com as well as on Cherise’s website http://www.newdawnascension.com/.
251. Setting rates for freelance writing projects http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 11.43Mb) Description: Yvonne Perry discusses how to set fees for freelance writing projects. The most common pricing options for freelance writers are: • Flat fee or project rate • By the hour • By the word • By the page • Per diem • On retainer Learn about each of these pricing options and learn to set a fair price according to the assignment, your writing pace, and your client’s wishes.
252. Writer's Network Teleclass 11-2-06 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 11.22Mb) Description: Join Suzanne Lieurance and her co-op of writers for an hour-long discussion about writing for free article directories. Learn how this networking and marketing technique provides content-rich information for those who use your article and bio with URL to link back to your site. Learn about the need for a good resource box and how to join in the 40-article challenge.
253. Sheridan Claude Part 3 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.04Mb) Description: Sheridan Claude and Yvonne Perry discuss balancing a day job in addition to writing. Sheridan shares tips to help us become better writers, and the benefits of being involved with a writers group?
254. Sheridan Claude Part - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 2.94Mb) Description: Part two of Yvonne Perry's interview with Sheridan Claude is a discussion about Sheridan's script Return of the Groom--a film that was entered in the 2005 San Antonio Christian Film Festival. Sheridan tells about working with a team of writers on her second script: Pencils, Episode One: Chalk it up to Pride about cops named Plus, Minus and Chalky Chan.
255. Sheridan Claude Part 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.18Mb) Description: Yvonne Perry's interview with author Sheridan Claude. Sheridan has been writing for more than 25 years and is the author of a novel and two scripts. In part one we discuss how Sheridan got interested in being a writer and how she wrote her first novel Across Time, Across Tears. Sheridan also shares tips on publishing her book through PublishAmerica.
256. Gini Graham Scott - 3 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.51Mb) Description: In part three Gini and I will be discussing the query service she developed to help authors find a literary agent or publisher.See PublishersAndAgents.net. Gini’s e-query service PublishersAndAgents.net links writers of books, articles, columns, screenplays, and other materials with editors, publishers, agents, syndicates, producers, production companies, and the media.
257. Gini Graham Scott - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 2.88Mb) Description: Originally from New York, Gini Graham Scott has been in the San Francisco Bay Area for over 30 years. Her Ph.D. in Sociology is from the University of California in Berkeley; her J.D. is from the University of San Francisco Law School; and she has MAs in Anthropology and Mass Communications and Organizational, Consumer, and Audience Behavior from Cal State, East Bay. Gini Graham Scott is the author of more than 40 books, 12 screen plays and hundreds of articles. She has received national media exposure for her books (including appearances on Good Morning America, Oprah, Montel Williams, CNN, and the O'Reilly Factor). Some of her book titles are: A SURVIVAL GUIDE FOR MANAGING THE EMPLOYEE FROM HELL (2006), A SURVIVAL GUIDE TO WORKING WITH BAD BOSSES (2005), A SURVIVAL GUIDE TO WORKING WITH HUMANS (2004), THE TRUTH ABOUT LYING (2006), THE COMPLETE IDIOT’S GUIDE TO SHAMANISM, and DO YOU LOOK LIKE YOUR DOG (2004).
258. Gini Graham Scott interview - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.89Mb) Description: My guest today is Gini Graham Scott. Gini is a nationally known author, business owner, consultant, speaker and seminar leader, a sociologist and anthropologist, teacher, game and toy designer, and she once had a weekly radio show called Changemakers. Besides writing over 40 non-fiction books on diverse subjects, Gini Graham Scott has written 12 screenplays for feature films -- several under option or signed by agents and producers. She writes children's books and has published over 40 songs as a songwriter. Gini has accomplished enough for several lifetimes and she’s still on the go! She also provides consulting and writing services for individuals who want to write their own books or film scripts.
259. Yvonne's interview with Nic Daniel Part 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 6.52Mb) Description: Nic Daniel interviews Yvonne Perry author of More Than Meets the Eye: True Stories about Death, Dying and Afterlife. This is part 2 of a two part interview where Nic and Yvonne discuss euthanasia, grief, the fear of death, and the importance of having an advanced healthcare directive. Recorded live on October 9, 2006 on Contact Talk Radio.
260. Yvonne's interview with Nic Daniel http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 5.43Mb) Description: Nic Daniel interviews Yvonne Perry--the author of More Than Meets the Eye: True Stories about Death, Dying and Afterlife. Yvonne and Nic discuss euthanasia, near-death experience, spirit communication and religious beliefs about death. Elemental Journey with Nic Daniel airs on Contact Talk Radio each Monday from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. Pacific Time.
261. Writers Teleclass 10-19-06 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 12.97Mb) Description: Suzanne Lieurance facilitates a call-in teleclass with other freelance writers. We are discussing the need for a newsletter and how to build a mailing list. This audio has a lot of good "how-to" information about newsletter services.
262. Taryn Simpson Interview Part 3 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.53Mb) Description: This is part 3 of Yvonne Perry's interview with with Taryn Simpson—the founder of Simpson - E Publishing, a columnist, the author of Glittering Secrets, and the writer of a screenplay Conversations with Pearl. Taryn tells how she stays organized as a freelance writer and shares some tips about how you can become a better writer.
263. Taryn Simpson Interview Part 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 2.91Mb) Description: Taryn Simpson—the founder of Simpson - E Publishing is also an author, screenwriter, playwright, and columnist. In part 2 of our interview, Yvonne Perry will interview Taryn about her book “Glittering Secrets” and her screenplay Conversations with Pearl. We’ll also hear how Taryn published and landed a movie deal.
264. Taryn Simpson Interview Part 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 2.94Mb) Description: Taryn Simpson—the founder of Simpson - E Publishing is also an author, screenwriter, playwright, and columnist. Her latest novel to be published is “Glittering Secrets” a thriller that is set in Nashville, Tennessee and is quickly gaining attention among suspense book lovers everywhere. Listen to Taryn as she shares with Yvonne Perry how she got started as a freelance writer.
265. Yvonne Perry with Valerie Connelly Part 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.87Mb) Description: Valerie Connelly, founder and president of Nightengale Press interviews freelance writer and author Yvonne Perry about her freelance writing business that provides writing and editing to a wide variety of clients. This is part two of a 2-part interview.
266. Yvonne Perry with Valerie Connelly - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.82Mb) Description: Valerie Connelly, founder and president of Nightengale Press interviews freelance writer and author Yvonne Perry about how she started her business Write On! Creative Writing Services--a team of writers who provide writing and editing to a wide variety of clients.
267. Author Yvonne Perry with Nic Daniel -2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 6.52Mb) Description: Yvonne Perry shares insight from her book More Than Meets the Eye: True Stories about Death, Dying, and Afterlife. This is part two of a 2-part interview in a 2-part interview with Nic Daniel. Yvonne's brother-in-law died the day before the show was recorded.
268. Author Yvonne Perry with Nic Daniel -1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 5.43Mb) Description: Yvonne Perry is the guest on Elemental Journey with Nic Daniel http://www.contactradio.info/hosts/nicdaniel.htm where she shares insight from her book More Than Meets the Eye: True Stories about Death, Dying, and Afterlife. This is part one of a 2-part interview. Be sure to hear both parts.
269. Writer's group teleclass 10-12-06 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 11.27Mb) Description: Suzanne Lieurance facilitates a call-in teleclass with other writers. We are discussing time management as a freelance writer and this audio has a lot of good information to help you get organized.
270. Author Reggie Johnson - 3 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.82Mb) Description: Dr. Reggie Johnson is the author of three spiritually enlightening books. Yvonne Perry worked with this client on two of them. in part three of this interview you will learn spiritual tools for manifesting the career you really want.
271. Author Reggie Johnson - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 2.50Mb) Description: Dr. Reggie Johnson (The Awakening: Conquering the Sleeping Giant Within) tells how he got started as a writer and shares information about his upcoming seminars and classes. He also discusses his experience with his book publisher Authorhouse.
272. Author Reggie Johnson - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.16Mb) Description: My guest today is Dr. Reggie Johnson—the author of The Awakening: Conquering the Sleeping Giant Within, One Hundred Spiritual Secrets, and The Secret Power Of Words. Reggie and Cynthia, his wife of 18 years, created and operated a counseling center called Mystic Visions in Los Angeles, before moving to their current residence in Atlanta, Georgia. From there, they run the W.O.W. (Walking on Water) fest, a holistic festival that celebrates the wellness of joining mind, body, and spirit in harmony.
273. A Day in the Life of a Freelance Writer - 3 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.27Mb) Description: This is part three of a 3-part interview conducted by Suzanne Lieurance where she and I discuss a day in the life of a fulltime freelance writer. Anyone who has ever thought about freelance writing will enjoy and benefit from this teleclass. Suzanne Lieurance is a children's author, freelance writer, and The Working Writer's Coach. She helps other people who like to write become “working” freelance writers. Visit her website at www.workingwriterscoach.com to find out more about her intensive 8-week Working Writer's Coaching Program. Yvonne Perry is the owner of Write On! Creative Writing Services and is the host and producer of this podcast. Subscribe to a free monthly newsletter about writing at www.writersinthesky.com.
274. A Day in the Life of a Freelance Writer - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.73Mb) Description: This is part two of a 3-part interview conducted by Master Teacher Suzanne Lieurance where she and Yvonne Perry discuss a day in the life of a fulltime freelance writer. Anyone who has ever thought about freelance writing will enjoy and benefit from this teleclass. Suzanne Lieurance is a Master Teacher with the University of Masters. She is also a children's author, freelance writer, and The Working Writer's Coach. She helps other people who like to write become “working” freelance writers. Visit her website at www.workingwriterscoach.com to find out more about her intensive 8-week Working Writer's Coaching Program. Yvonne Perry is the owner of Write On! Creative Writing Services and is the host and producer of this podcast. See www.writersinthesky.com to subscribe to her free monthly newsletter.
275. A Day in the Life of a Freelance Writer - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 3.64Mb) Description: This is the first part of a 3-part interview conducted by Suzanne Lieurance where she and Yvonne Pery discuss a day in the life of a fulltime freelance writer. Anyone who has ever thought about freelance writing will enjoy and benefit from this teleclass. Suzanne is a children’s author, freelance writer, and “the working writer’s coach." She helps other people who like to write become “working” freelance writers. Visit her website at www.workingwriterscoach.com to find out more about her intensive 8-week Working Writer's Coaching Program. Yvonne Perry is a full-time freelance writer and the owner of Write On! Creative Writing Services. She hosts and produces this podcast and offers a free monthly newsletter by permission-based subscription at www.writersinthesky.com.
276. JJ Murphy writing career as a naturalist - 2 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 4.82Mb) Description: A new audio has been uploaded to Writers in the Sky Podcast. This is part two of a 2-part interview. Be sure to download both parts of this interview where JJ Murphy is interviewed by freelance writer Yvonne Perry of Write On! Creative Writing Services. For a half-century, writer and passionate naturalist JJ Murphy, has been providing nature programs, original curricula, articles, product reviews, books and open discussion to children and eco-aware adults across the USA. She is also a naturalist film and video producer, Artist-in-Residence with over 20 years experience.
277. JJ Murphy writing career as a naturalist - 1 http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 5.14Mb) Description: A new audio has been uploaded to Writers in the Sky Podcast. JJ Murphy is interviewed by freelance writer Yvonne Perry of Write On! Creative Writing Services about her writing career as a naturalist. JJ provides articles for natural magazines, hiking publications, simple living publications in print and online. She also writes curricula to help public schools home schooling groups, private schools, wilderness camps, adult learning groups, continuing education programs and others stretch and expand their students’ knowledge. Her articles are available on her website: http://www.writerbynature.com/. This is part one of a 2-part interview. Be sure to download both parts.
278. Writers in the Sky Podcast http://nashvillewriter.audioac... download (audio/mpeg, 0.68Mb) Description: Beginning in October, Write On! Creative Writing Services will be offering information about the craft and business of writing in a new podcast called Writers in the Sky. This show ties in with the company's newsletter and blog.