Inspirational Journeys: Stories that Matter

Today I bring you a special quick bonus episode, to share my Camp NaNoWriMo update, and how the work I’m doing now will help me revise my children’s book in the future. Please share your Camp NaNoWriMo updates on social media and tag me so I can cheer you on! If you’re looking for high quality content editing services at reasonable prices, send queries to theplotstitch@gmail.com Visit www.everyday...

This week my special guest and I talk about two of my favorite subjects, editing and writing, before we start unpacking her experiences as a publisher and a writer. Grab your favorite beverage and tune into our fun and informative conversation. Kirsten Marion has always been passionate about books and writing. Her background is in English, Classics, and psychology, and her day job is acquiring and...

Today, I bring you a special bonus episode, to celebrate the kickoff of the July Camp NaNoWriMo session. It’s time to either update an existing writing project, or create a new one and set your camp goal. I’ll be working alongside those of you participating in this year’s Camp NaNoWriMo session and I’m cheering you on, because you’ve got a story to tell and your story matters. Happy writing! If yo...

This week, I speak with a charming Twelve year old debut author, who shares her story of being bullied at school through a novel to let kids know that if they’ve been bullied, they are not alone. Grab your favorite beverage and take a seat at our virtual table. Jayomi Douglas is a12-year-old author born in New Jersey who started school at 2 1/2 years old. She excels in all subjects but her stronge...

Listen sisters and brothers in Christ! This week we have another belated Birthday to celebrate! Come hang out with my guest and me as we talk about her debut devotional-style book of stories about finding hope in the freakshow we call life. Tess Scott, former black sheep turned “Jesus Girl” is mom of 8 boys and spunky “Grami with a heart above the i” to a whole slew of adorable grandkids. Using bo...

Despite technical difficulties and not being able to show our faces on camera, My special guest and I celebrated the launch of her latest book, though you will hear this celebration a week late. Mary Alford is a USA Today bestselling author who loves giving her readers the unexpected, combining unforgettable characters with unpredictable plots that result in stories the reader can't put down. Her...

This week is the launch of my special guest’s first traditionally published novel! Join us as we celebrate a brand new book baby Published by a brand new small press! We also give a shout out to Jen Lowry from Monarch Educational Services Boutique Press. Happy first book birthday, Jen! Queen of awkward and writer before she could properly spell, Kara Linaburg is passionate about creating stories w...

I had the pleasure of being a guest on the Out of Your Mind Podcast with this week’s special guest. You can listen to the episode at: https://theoutofyourmindpodcast.buzzsprout.com/1936753/10353827-episode-17-the-path-back-to-my-creative-self-with-ann-harrison I asked her to be my special guest, as a way to introduce you to an entrepreneurial coach and share her story. Pam Godbois, LICSW is a ther...

This week, My special guest and I talk about writing briefly, but I pick her brain about editing, which is one of the things I’m finding that I love to do. Grab a cup of coffee, sit back and come hang out with us as we talk all things editing and a little about writing. Kelly Martin lives in a possibly haunted house in a small southern town. While she'd like to say paranormal things have only happ...

This week, my special guest and I sat down and had a lovely conversation about one of my favorite things to talk about, writing. Sit back, relax, tune into our conversation and laugh along with us as we discuss his rules of writing and how he helps other people write their books. With over 30 plus years of writing experience, Mike Ulmer has written 14 books, thousands of newspaper articles and con...

This week, my special guest gives a quick overview of the three essential questions to ask yourself, to help you make sense of the Bible. Sit back, relax, and tune in as we talk about his new book and his podcast. Chad M. Mansbridge is a pastor, author, conference speaker and one of Australia's most dynamic Bible teachers—known for his ability to communicate profound and complex truth with clarity...

This week, I had the pleasure of speaking with a husband and wife team who cowrote the story of John and Clara Schmitt. Unfortunately I was unable to download the audible sample for Called, so I’ve put it in the podcast description and the show notes on my website. Marlena Fiol and Ed O'Connor are spiritual seekers whose writing explores the depths of who we are and what’s possible in our lives. T...

This week I had the pleasure of speaking to a composer of soothing instrumental music, of whom I have become a fan. Sit back, relax, and eavesdrop on or conversation as my special guest shares the story of how “Rachel’s song” touches the lives of so many people, including me. Dave Combs is a songwriter, entrepreneur, successful business executive, and best-selling author. Over the past four decade...

This week, my special guest shares the story of how she started her publishing company, Leaders Press. She also talks about how Leaders press helps Entrepreneurs turn their book ideas into USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestsellers. Alinka Rutkowska is the CEO of Leaders Press (www.leaderspress.com), a USA Today and Wall Street Journal best-selling press, where she creates books for entrepreneu...

Happy third Birthday to Inspirational Journeys: Stories that Matter! Today, I bring you a special episode to celebrate three years of podcasting and sharing some of my podcast episodes on YouTube. List in as I reflect on the past three years, meeting new authors, creative artists and entrepreneurs, and sharing some of my solo episodes. Let’s all celebrate with virtual cake and ice cream as we cele...

This week, my special guest talks about her new book and how she helps others find healing of body, mind, and spirit and putting their trust in the Lord through the ministry she founded after retiring from her work as a healthcare professional. Dr. Chacko, author of Amazon best seller Pilgrimage: A Doctor’s Healing Journey, is a wife, mother, and grandmother. She practiced medicine for decades, fi...

This week, I have a special treat for you. Stick around to the end of the episode to hear an excerpt from my special guest’s debut novel, read by the author herself. Deirdre Sinnott is an author, researcher, and activist for social change. She grew up in Utica, New York, and graduated from Syracuse University. Sinnott speaks nationally about the role of Central New York’s residents in the abolitio...

In this special bonus episode, I give you some tips and encouragement for setting your Camp NaNoWriMo goals and announcing your April Camp NaNoWriMo project, to celebrate the first camp session of National Novel Writing Month for 2022. If you’re looking for high quality editing services at reasonable prices, send queries to theplotstitch@gmail.com Visit www.everyday-excellence.com and use promo co...

This week on Inspirational Journeys, my special guest and I had a fabulous conversation about producing audio/video books for visually impaired and hearing impaired children. We talked about the importance of sharing audio described picture books in audio format to sighted children, so they could enjoy the book alongside their visually impaired peers. Imagination Videobooks Founder and CEO Richard...

Gina Clark is an artist and certified Kaizen-Muse Creativity Coach who believes everyone -- even the most logical people -- can be creative with just a few small tweaks. She is the founder of Gina Clark Creative, an online community that provides creative resources and coaching for people looking to ignite their creativity. Gina especially loves to help her fellow left-brained creatives and analyt...

In this week’s episode, my special guest shares the story of how he came to Christ and how he was inspired to write his book entitled Broken and Redeemed. John Jarman is a professional fitness coach and men’s discipleship leader with a passion for seeing lives changed by Jesus Christ. A former football coach and Marine Corps veteran of Desert Storm, John’s life was radically transformed from a sel...

This weeks episode is one I’ve waited for quite awhile to present to you. My special guest is a fellow blind podcaster, author and he helps his clients make guest appearances on other podcasts. Sit back, relax, watch and listen as Max shares his journey from carnival kid to blogger, author, and podcast host. Maxwell Ivey grew up in a family of carnival owners. He started losing his vision to retin...

This week’s special guest has a lot of stories to tell about the people who have influenced his life and he shares some valuable tips for becoming a successful entrepreneur and a successful writer. If you’re listening to the podcast, stick around to the end to hear a special bonus segment. If you’re watching the video on YouTube, click on the bonus video that goes along with this interview. Clint...

This week’s special guest had a lot of helpful tips and pointers to share about maintaining a Christ Centered marriage. Scott LaPierre is a senior pastor, author, and conference speaker. He holds an MA in Biblical Studies from Liberty University. Scott and his wife, Katie, have been married for more than fifteen years. A former schoolteacher and Army officer, Scott currently leads a church in Wash...

My special guest shares her passion for teaching children with learning disabilities how to read. Sit back, relax, and enjoy our lively conversation about reading in its many forms. Lois Letchford’s dyslexia came to light at the age of 39, when she faced teaching her seven-year-old non-reading son, Nicholas. Examining her reading failure caused her to adapt and change lessons for her son. The resu...