Carolina Writers Speak

Charles M. Clemmons was born at home in the countryside near Clayton, North Carolina, on what is now a state forest. Growing up in the American South, working on his father's farm, and exploring 300 acres of forest accompanied solely by his faithful dog Snowball, proved to be formative life experiences. He received an engineering degree from NC State University in 1966; an MBA from the Univer...

Before turning to writing for children, Carol Baldwin published Friendship Counseling: Biblical Foundations for Helping Other s and Teaching the Story: Fiction Writing in Grades 4-8 . Carol enjoys teaching writing and has presented at many educators and writing conferences. She has published widely in newspapers and magazines and along with Rebecca Wheeler, co-publishes Talking Story , a newslette...

Annette Saunooke Clapsaddle , an enrolled citizen of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians and resides in Qualla, NC with her husband, Evan and sons Ross and Charlie. She holds degrees from Yale University and the College of William and Mary. Her debut novel, Even As We Breathe , was released by the University Press of Kentucky in 2020, a finalist for the Weatherford Award and named one of NPR’s Be...

Cherilyn Bisbano Author of Shine Don’t Whine. Cherilyn is part of the Billy Graham Library Staff and more! Support the show

Debra Lewis is a retired CPA and lives in Tarboro, North Carolina  She wrote a wonderful book about being an entrepreneur. I know you will enjoy it.  Support the show

Dr. Jen Lowry is North Carolina born and raised, still holding on to that country slang that is unique to the small town of Maxton she loves so much in Robeson County. She's the owner of Monarch Educational Services, a traditional press publishing MG and YA clean reads. She is an avid enthusiast of all things horror, and UFC, and binge-watches old episodes of Quantum Leap. She finds herself c...

Alison Hendrix is an author of childrens books.. Multiple titles are available on Amazon. Her latest work The Talking Tree is a huge success! I know you will enjoy getting to know this very sweet mom and author! Support the show

Donna Everhart is the USA Today bestselling author of vivid, authentic Southern fiction, including the Southeastern Library Association Award-winning The Road to Bittersweet, the Indie Next Pick, Amazon Spotlight/Debut Pick, The Education of Dixie Dupree, The Forgiving Kind, and The Moonshiner’s Daughter. Her fifth novel, The Saints of Swallow Hill is out now. Born and raised in Raleigh, North Car...

If you like Charleston and southern cooking do not miss this wonderful curation A Taste of Living in Charleston. It is filled with things that will trigger all your senses and make you want to cook, eat, cook and eat some more. Support the show

Michelle Berger is the past President of the North Carolina Writers Network..   Michele Tracy Berger is a professor, a blogger, a creativity expert and a pug-lover. She’s passionate about all of these ways of being in the world and plays with the order that she avidly pursues them. She is associate professor in the Department of Women’s and Gender Studies at the University of North Carolina, Chape...

Follow this exciting serial killer case as Kimothy Munroe, retired law enforcement officer takes us on a journey of murder, clues and sorrow. This true crime thriller is bound to keep you on the edge of your seat.  Support the show

Sarah Swan is an author from New Bern, NC. In her books. Sarah's novels, "Terror's Identity," "Emily's Ride to Courage," and "Earthquakes" are available through http://sarahmauryswanlovesbook.com , Amazon, https://www.amazon.com/s?k=sarah+maury+swan&i=stripbooks&crid=2Q70NOV0EG9J1&sprefix=Sarah+Mau%2Cstripbooks%2C102&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-...

Lisa Gennossa's first book Incurable Hope takes a look at addiction from a parents point of view. Open, warm and honest I think you will enjoy getting to know her and how she dealt with this problem. Support the show

What happens when the life you’ve always dreamed of disappears in the blink of an eye?  For Inez Ribustello, that day came twenty years ago on September 11th, 2001. Inez worked very hard and climbed the ladder in the restaurant world. Her dream job was working at the Twin Towers in a restaurant called Windows. 9/11 destroyed that dream and her book deals with life in the aftermath of 9/11.  Suppor...

L. Diane Wolfe, Author has a new book! Known as “Spunk On A Stick,” Wolfe is a member of the National Speakers Association. She conducts seminars on book publishing, promoting, leadership, and goal-setting and is the author of seven books. She travels extensively for media interviews and speaking engagements maintains numerous websites & blogs and manages several businesses. Support the show

Kay Whatley is an Author, Publisher and Editor of The Grey Area News and member of the Franklin County Arts Council! Listen in to find out what publishing a newspaper and multiple books is like!  Support the show

Oakley Baldwin is a retired deputy sheriff from West Virginia.  He and his wife Doris have written and published more than 27 book! He hosts a pbs television show and does public speaking! He will be teaching at the Triangle East Writers workshop on Feb. 25. I know you will enjoy getting to know him! Support the show

Chad Hollamon has a new book out Cries for Carteret. In this book, Chad tells us about his life experience. Chad at one time was a drug dealer. He was arrested and sentenced to 40 years in Federal Prison. During his time in prison, Chad found change, a new opportunity in life, and after 18 years of serving hard time was released. Since turning his life around Chad has become a recognized author an...

Meet Dr. Julia Dorfman Fisher. University professor, Professional Editor, Author, World Traveler and Adventurer.  Julia has spent her life in academic world teaching, and molding our young adults and helping them prepare for their careers. She is also a professional editor. She has studied all types of communication and reasoning. I think you will find her very interesting and a potential resource...

Meet Stuart Lee. Stuart has done everything in the field of technical writing! His accomplishments include speeches for Barack Obama, Colin Powell, hundreds of bills and political documents as well as technical reports for various federal agencies. I think you will enjoy getting to know more about him! Support the show

Diane Wolfe owns Dancing Lemur Press and publishes a variety of genres. Diane also is a featured speaker at many literary events across the country. I know you will enjoy her insightful tips! Support the show

Lori is an amazing Christian writer from the Hubert, NC area whose recent book Topping the Willow is a beautiful story to share with your teens and families! I think you will enjoy learning her story and how it came about.  Support the show

Author, filmmaker, Long Rider. A Long Rider is anyone who’s ridden a horse or mule over 1,000 miles in a continuous voyage. RiverEarth.com features the places he has traveled to and the people he meets on the way.. Imagine what you could do with a mule or a tent or a stack of plywood or a $12 bicycle and you’ll get an idea of the sort of voyage that speaks to Bernie.  Bernie has written several bo...

Jackie Dove Miller is a member of the Franklin County Arts Council and successful author. She is a retired teacher and does classes on poetry writing. She is a member of the Franklin County Six Pack, a group of authors that do book signings and tours. I think you will enjoy getting to know Jackie, I have.  Support the show

We had an opportunity to sit down with Spook Joyner, owner/producer Live at the Rudy in Selma, NC! Spook has been writing, producing and performing in this theater for 25  years!!! He has also had a great career as a musician and songwriter. I think you will enjoy listening to insights and wisdom in this particular field. Support the show