Once and Future Authors

Richard J. Marks is an American journalist, writer, environmentalist, communicator and filmmaker based in New York City. He has been extremely successful in his life, working in many industries, caring how they are run. Recently, Richard has been on a journey to figure out how to re-train how people see the world and help them to work together. From what he has learned and experienced in his...

Linda Trott Dickman, an accomplished, impassioned, and insightful poet joins us on “The Author Corner” to discuss with us how she got her to start writing poetry, her books “Road Trip,” “Robes: The Art Of Being Covered,” and “The Air That I Breathe,” and much more. Linda has been writing for many years and eventually moved to the beautiful art form of poetry. Since she was little, Linda knew that...

On this episode, we talk with Beth about her journey as an author, bringing "Elf Sparkle" to life, and subsequently to the screen, her other successful books, and what's next for her! Beth Roose tells her story about how "Elf Sparkle" came to be! From a trip to a national park, an idea to turn a railroad that goes through the scenic area into a Polar Express program, to recruiting and teaching a g...

On this episode of "Once and Future Authors" we have a lovely chat with Author Debbie De Louise about point-of-view and timelines, and analyzes their importance and complexity. Over the past year, Debbie has released a handful of new books, such as "No Gravestone Unturned Cobble Cove Mystery #5," "Memory Makers," "Sea Scope," and "Sneaky's Summer Mystery: A Cobble Cove Story." She even received an...

Dina Santorelli is a very accomplished thriller novelist. Her most notable work, the “Baby Grand Trilogy” follows Jamie Carter, a down-on-her-luck writer as she is kidnapped, forced to help her kidnapper care for a stolen child, and yet still find the strength to protect this child and bring her to safety. Throughout the series, we see Jamie Carter muster up the courage to save herself and the peo...

Author of "Women Prophets of the Old Testament" and "Messengers of God: A Survey of Old Testament Prophets," Kieran Larkin, illuminates us on the stories, challenges, and triumphs of the, often overlooked, women prophets in his newest book. The Old Testament, or Hebrew Scriptures, has been a source of spiritual inspiration for hundreds of millions of believers throughout the ages. Center stage in...

In this episode of “The Author Corner” we are joined by Michael Vecchione, former Chief of the Rackets Division in the Brooklyn District Attorney’s Office, turned author! Focusing on the true crime genre, an area he has much expertise in, Michael’s works excite readers with unimaginable stories. Michael discusses how his career as a prosecutor influenced his writing in books like “Crooked Brooklyn...

In this episode of “Once and Future Authors” we talk with the ever successful Carol Hoenig, author of novels and essays, blogger for The Huffington Post, and the President of her own Carol Hoenig Publishing Consultant, Inc. Carol talks about how she first started writing, her many roles in the publishing and literature industries, and how she came about her own method to writing. Discussing her bo...

“Attention All Passengers” brings to light the shortcomings of the airline industry thanks to Bill McGee, a Consumer Reports Travel Journalist who formerly worked in airline flight operations management. The negative trends of quality and safety examined in this book are incredibly relevant as Bill always writes for the fellow traveler. He is a Consumer Reports Travel Journalist and writes with th...

On this episode of “Once and Future Authors,” we talk with Author of “Hope Remains,” Lori Boarman. Through her book, Lori creates awareness for suicide and mental health while offering her own insights during the first year after losing her son. Lori Boarman is a wife and mother of four who is dedicated to her family and her faith. Besides being an author, she is a NICU Registered Nurse and entrep...

On this episode of “Once and Future Authors” we welcome the team from QS2 Training and Consulting. Together we talk about the importance of their book “Something is Different” and their training programs that help coach adults on the best ways to address the children in their care during this time of uncertainty and anxiety. QS2 Training and Consulting is a wonderful team that aids to educate, ass...

Accomplished Author and Research Librarian Debbie De Louise explains how she wrote her stories about cats and what an inspiration they have played throughout her life and career. Debbie De Louise is a prominent member of a handful of writer’s groups, such as the International Thriller Writers, the Long Island Author’s Group, the Cat Writer’s Association, and Sisters-In-Crime, a group dedicated to...

“Becoming Herself” is the fictional story of Margaret, an Irish immigrant in upstate New York, who undergoes many challenges but strives for a better life. Margaret fights for herself and this paves the way for her own self-discovery. Dealing with identity challenges at a young age, when she is give-up for adoption, and as she grows, having to balance being a wife, mother, and her own individual p...

“Simple Happiness: 52 Easy Ways to Lighten Up” by Jim Ryan tackles everyday life with solutions that anyone can put into practice. It is designed to specifically explain ways to improve your mood and help you relax in uncomplicated and clear methods. Jim Ryan’s goal in writing this book was to help people understand that they have a choice in their lives to be happy. It is from this awareness, tha...

“Bronx Brat” tells the story of Bernie, an incredibly intelligent “brat” growing up in the Bronx during the 1940s and 50s. We follow his life from childhood to adulthood, navigating through his familial relationships, current events of the times, and tragedies of his own, that shapes Bernie into the man he has to be, no longer a “Bronx Brat.” Join us as we discuss with Alvin Billings on how he cam...

Author Pauli Rose Libsohn came home from school with an assignment to write a poem ... and it opened the doors of creative writing for her mother, and eventually, herself. Many books later, Pauli has immortalized her mother's beautiful words - as well as her own - and continues to explore love and life through writing.

Lonna Hardin, author of  “Melody’s Song and The City of the Voice Snatchers”  joins me to discuss changing the world one book at a time. In her book series, Lonna's story teaches children how to find their voice, live their song, identify their passion and defeat the voice snatchers in their lives using music, message, and motivation. The book also teaches a valuable lesson about black h...

"Without warning, and with the swiftness of lightning, the hammer fell downward. She never saw it coming. She couldn't even imagine the end she had planned for me wasn't the end I had in mind. As I reached my climax, the wedge of the hammer reached its new home as well. With her eyes focused on mine and her movement now stopped, I could see signs of wetness dripping down her forehead in the red gl...

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Some people simply have the ability to elicit true, uncensored stories from others, and Kay and Hal certainly lead the way with collecting the details of relationships and physical intimacy after the loss of a spouse. "Suddenly Sexual" is like the friend you wish you had - one who would tell all and prepare you for all sorts of possibilities and pitfalls along the way.

Debbie De Louise is an author and librarian who certainly has her fingers on the pulse of mystery genres - right there with her fingers on the keyboard! She is also a cat lover and member and award-winner of the Cat Writers' Association. Join us for a lively discussion about mysteries, cats, and getting started on your author journey. Learn more at https://debbiedelouise.com/

Lori Ames, head "The PR Freelancer," works alongside authors who wish to ignite their business and professional lives through book publication and promotion. Visit http://theprfreelancer.com to learn more.

Maureen grew up in Western New York, not far from the town that Margaret—her novel's protagonist—called home. Having spent her working years managing colleges, corporations and international law firms, she took a deep breath and began her encore career as a consultant to professional service firms.   Becoming Herself is her first novel. She has another story ready to be told, and we...

Hal Spielman is a sociologist fascinated by human relationships at every stage. His book "Suddenly Solo" dove headfirst into the intricacies of dating after the death or divorce of your spouse later in life, and "Suddenly Sexual" goes further into the physical needs and relationships of single seniors. After loss or divorce it can be really complicated, especially when you are over 50! Suddenly Se...

They’ve been cutting into Steven Taibbi since the day he was born, and they still haven’t stopped. According to the doctors, Steven should have died years ago, and several times since. Born April 26, 1953, he was cyanotic—doctor-speak for what was commonly called blue baby, meaning his heart wasn’t pumping efficiently enough to properly oxygenate his blood. As if that wasn’t enough, he was also bo...