Beyond the Pen

In this episode of Beyond the Pen, host Maccabee and Marccella welcome author Tracy Auerbach to discuss the intersection of satire and truth in literature. Tracy's latest novel, The Sin Soldiers, delves into a world where chemically induced soldiers are used to control the masses. But as the conversation unfolds, the two delve deeper into the underlying questions of morality and power that the boo...

Join us for the final installment of our three-part series as we explore the world of local authors at the Hamilton County Public Library Book Fair. In this episode, we sit down with some of the most talented and inspiring authors to learn about their books, their writing process, and their experiences as self-published writers. Meet children's book author Jennifer Reardon McSoley and discover her...

In this episode of Beyond the Pen, we bring you the highlights from the Sixth Annual Local Author Book Fair at the FORUM Event Center in Fishers, IN. Join us as we talk to six talented authors from Hamilton County Public Library's book fair. Our first guest, Donna Crocker, talks about her sorta memoir, "There's a Clydesdale in the Attic," where she reflects on keeping and letting go. Next up, we c...

This three-part series embarks on a literary journey through the Hamilton County Public Library Book Fair. We sit down with a diverse group of local authors, including a children's author, a young adult author, a historical fiction author, a mystery writer, and a romance novelist. Get inspired as we learn about their books, unique writing processes, and experiences as self-published writers. You'l...

Join us in this episode of Beyond the Pen as we delve into the complex and often misunderstood world of addiction with author Jamie Hairston. In her fictional memoir, Memoires of a Black Sheep, Jamie takes us on a journey through the ups and downs of addiction, sharing her own experiences and shedding light on the harsh realities of this lifestyle. In this episode, we explore the challenges of add...

In this episode of Beyond the Pen, we dive into Marc Hayford's book, "Get Up: Encouraging You To Attack Life (A Marc Hayford Power Book)". Rocky Balboa once said that the toughest opponent we'll ever face is staring back at us in the mirror. So, when you look in the mirror, what do you see? Do you see someone living their best life or wasting it away? Marc's book challenges readers to change their...

In this special episode of Beyond the Pen, we want to express our deep gratitude to our listeners and guests who have supported us. As a thank you, we thought we would take a break from our usual format and interview each other. You'll get to know us better, hear about our personal lives, and learn about the exciting things we have planned for the show's future. We also want to encourage you to he...

In this episode of Beyond the Pen, we speak with author Sylvia Worsham about her inspiring book, Journey to Me: Trust the Wisdom of Change. Sylvia shares her personal journey of overcoming bullying in high school, surviving near-death experiences, and navigating a cheating husband. Through it all, she discovered the power of trusting the journey and listening to her God Instinct. Join us as we del...

In this episode of Beyond the Pen, we dive into the world of author Brian Schrubhar, and his powerful e-book, The Ripple Effect Mindset: One Drop of Poison Contaminates the Mind. Brian shares his personal journey of self-discovery and transformation and how his book series has inspired readers to question everything they've ever known and make positive changes in their lives. Join us as we explore...

In this episode of Beyond the Pen, we delve into the universal question of "What am I doing here?" and "What's my purpose in life?" Join us as we speak with Lisa Harold, author of "When Will You Quit - 21 Keys to Living the Life God Designed for You." Lisa takes us on a journey to discover our true individual purpose rather than living according to the expectations of others. Through her heartwarm...

Are you struggling to start your literary journey? Do you constantly struggle with self-doubt, lack of inspiration, or fear of publishing? In this episode of Beyond the Pen, our guest, Julie Lokun, shares her insights and experiences as an author and founder of MediaCasters Publishing House. Julie's newly published workbook, BookCasters: An Author's Guide to Writing A Best-Selling Book, provides a...

Join us on Beyond the Pen as we explore how fearlessness can be a double-edged sword. Our next author, Rachel Davidson, shares her story of how a terrible, no-good day changed her entire life for the better and sent her on a mission to inspire others to do the same. In her new book, Dangerous: When A Woman Becomes Fearless, Rachel discusses how fear and despair can keep us from fulfilling our hope...

Join us in this episode of Beyond the Pen as we delve into the world of inspirational quotes with author Zachary Grant and his book, "Quotes By People Wiser Than Me." In this book, Zachary has compiled a collection of quotes that will help you revitalize yourself when you're feeling low and inspire you to make positive changes in your life. We'll explore how these quotes are everywhere, from socia...

Join us on Beyond the Pen as we explore the similarities and differences between life in the 80s and today with author Aja Pearl. Her book, Chalice: The Book of Life, touches on important topics such as interracial/intercultural relationships, homophobia, and deadly diseases that are still relevant today. We dive deep into Aja's motivations for writing about these topics and how they relate to the...

In this episode of Beyond the Pen, we delve into the sensitive topic of divorce and its impact on young people. We are joined by Even Stern, who has personal experience coping with their parent's divorce. With the help of their mother, Ellen, they wrote a guide for kids called "Divorce is Not the End of the World" to help other children going through similar experiences. We explore the guide's con...

    In this episode of Beyond the Pen, we sit down with author and food lover Clay Morris to discuss his book, " Inspired Cooking: A Collection of Short Stories and Recipes Shared by Clay Morris ." We dive into the topic of cherished memories around the table and explore how food can connect us to our past and inspire us to create new memories. Clay shares how his Maw-Maw's recipe b...

Love songs have been a part of music for centuries, but have you ever wondered why there are so many of them? In this episode of Beyond the Pen, we explore the power of love and how it can transform individuals and entire communities. Our guest author, Gwendolyn Jones, shares her insights from her book God is Love: Let Love Lead and discusses how educating the next generation about different types...

In this episode of Beyond the Pen, we delve into world-building and storytelling with co-author and anthropologist Michael Kilman. We explore his book " Build Better Worlds: Introduction to Anthropology for Game Designers, Fiction Writers, and Filmmakers " and how it can help aspiring writers and storytellers create more diverse and authentic worlds. Join us as we discuss the role of anthropology...

In this episode of Beyond the Pen, we delve into the lesser-known learning disorder of dyscalculia with best-selling author Dezi Sheppard. She discusses her latest book, "Cassidy and the Mixed-Up Numbers," which follows a young girl named Cassidy as she learns to overcome her struggles with dyscalculia and educate her classmates. Dezi shares her experiences with dyscalculia and how writing this bo...

    Are you tired of feeling confused and vulnerable in the dentist's chair? Heather Paul is here to help with her book, Dentistry for Dummies: How to NOT be taken advantage of in the chair! In this episode, Heather shares some simple things to consider while getting dental work done. She also offers advice on finding a good dentist and avoiding being taken advantage of. With her ex...

In this episode of Beyond the Pen, we talk to author Julie Riga about her quest to preserve her father's legacy through his memoirs. Ennio Riga's life was full of adventure and challenges, from growing up in Nazi-controlled Italy to becoming a renowned chef in Hollywood. Julie shares her experience of completing her father's book and the obstacles she had to overcome along the way. Join us as we d...

In this episode of Beyond the Pen, we dive into the heartwarming story of Jeremiah the Jackrabbit, the lovable character with a disability who teaches children valuable lessons about seeing beyond appearances. Our guest, Monique Duell, a multi-published author, shares the inspiration behind her debut children's book and the impact she hopes it will have on young readers. Join us as we explore the...

What happens when our obsession with age and time collides with the hidden power of human emotion? Join us as we sit down with author Isaac Betancourt to unravel the mysteries behind his supernatural thriller/urban fantasy "Time Unwanted." In this episode, we explore how Isaac's years in the FBI and a family scandal influenced his writing and how his unique perspective helped him create a world th...

    Join us on Beyond the Pen as we sit down with author and therapist Birgitta Granström to discuss her book, Are You Stuck with a Duck? Drawing on her unique background in psychology and literature, Granström explores how our inner "ducks" can hold us back from achieving our full potential. Through anecdotes and case studies, Granström shows us how to break free from the negative...

In this episode of Beyond the Pen, we sit down with Dominique Edmond, founder of Empoword Publishing Worldwide, marketing guru, and eMixer Club advocator. Dominique is a well-known innovator in the world of entrepreneurship and sales, and he shares his insights on how to effectively manage distractions and adversities so you can crush it in sales. We discuss his book, Get Excited, which is essenti...