Charmyra E. Fleming

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Dive into the thoughts and heart of romance author, Charmyra E. Fleming. Through this podcast she shares interesting details about her stories, background information on how she develops the stories, cool happenings with her M.A.I. Brand and business Creative Calfuray, and more!

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Charmyra E. Fleming

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S2, E20: Black Coffee No Sugar, No Cream With A Side of #NaNoWriMo 03.11.2021 38:38

In this episode, romance author, Charmyra E. Fleming kicks off the 20th episode delving into a very timely "M.A.I. Quote of the Day" by Toni Morrison. Followed by sharing her thoughts on kicking off #NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month), and meeting her writing goals for the week. In honor of NaNoWriMo, this week's "M.A.I. Sip of the Week" is a coffee by a Black Coffee Company (Black Acres Roa...

S2, E19: Preptober #NaNoWriMo Is History … Play A Little Music It’s M.A.I. Birthday 27.10.2021 35:36

In this episode, romance author, Charmyra E. Fleming kicks off the 19th episode delving into "M.A.I. Quote of the Day" by Marcus Garvey. Followed by sharing her thoughts on wrapping up “Preptober” preparations to write during NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month). This week's "M.A.I. Sip of the Week" she shares another festive Halloween inspired and themed cocktail, "Hocus Pocus Witch’s Brew"....

S2, E18: M.A.I. Private Joy to Plot, Jot, Snowflake, & PartyUp 20.10.2021 30:46

In this episode, romance author, Charmyra E. Fleming kicks off the 18th episode delving into " M.A.I. Quote of the Day " by James Clear. Followed by sharing her thoughts on the process and techniques she's using for plotting the story for her 4th book, as she prepares to write during NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month). This week's " M.A.I. Sip of the Week " she shares a festive Halloween ins...

S2, E17: Seems Like We Keep Going Round n’ Round … Who Cares? … There’s Joy in Repetition! 13.10.2021 54:01

In this episode, romance author, Charmyra E. Fleming kicks off the episode with "M.A.I. Quote of the Day" , with a reflective quote by prolific and widely respected poet, Lucille Clifton. She then deep dives into her thoughts on how to make progress when you have to deviate from your original plan. This topic is an expanded discussion of her blog post this week, The Power of Deviating to Discover...

S2, E16: Give Me Diamonds, Pearls, and A Insatiable Book Cover Reveal 06.10.2021 26:54

In this episode, romance author, Charmyra E. Fleming kicks off the 16th episode delving into " M.A.I. Quote of the Day " by Tobias Whale, Black Lightening . Followed by her thoughts on the reveal of the book cover for her third book, "Perfect Chemistry". This week's " M.A.I. Sip of the Week " she shares a refreshing sip, " Giggle Juice Cocktail ". Closing out this episode, with a little Prince Pur...

S2, E15: Looking Back to Blaze the Trails Forward - Week 4: Brenda Jackson 22.09.2021 41:25

In this episode, romance author, Charmyra E. Fleming kicks off the 15th episode delving into "M.A.I. Quote of the Day" by Brenda Jackson. Followed by her thoughts on exploring the lives and legacies of African-American women in literature, where this week her focus is 'Brenda Jackson'. The first African-American author to make the New York Times Bestseller's List and the USA Today's Bestseller's L...

S2, E14: Looking Back to Blaze the Trails Forward - Week #3: Beverly Jenkins 15.09.2021 40:31

In this episode, romance author, Charmyra E. Fleming kicks off the 14th episode delving into "M.A.I. Quote of the Day" by Beverly Jenkins. Followed by her thoughts on exploring the lives and legacies of African-American women in literature, where this week her focus is 'Beverly Jenkins'. A “heavy-weight” romance author in the romance novel industry. This week's "M.A.I. Sip of the Week" she shares...

S2, E13: Looking Back to Blaze the Trails Forward - Week #2: Vivian Stephens 08.09.2021 50:22

In this episode, romance author, Charmyra E. Fleming kicks off the 13th episode delving into "M.A.I. Quote of the Day" by Vivan Stephens. Followed by her thoughts on exploring the lives and legacies of African-American women in literature, where this week she focuses on 'Vivian Stephens'. Vivian Stephens work as a editor and literary agent, helped to set the tone for the romance novel industry bec...

S2, E12: Looking Back to Blaze the Trails Forward - Week 1: Phillis Wheatley 25.08.2021 39:01

In this episode, romance author, Charmyra E. Fleming kicks off the 12th episode delving into "M.A.I. Quote of the Day" by Phillis Wheatley. Followed by her thoughts on exploring the lives and legacies of African-American women in literature, where this week her focus is 'Phillis Wheatley'. The first African-American author of a published book of poetry. This week's "M.A.I. Sip of the Week" she sha...

S2, E11: M.A.I. Love Affair with Downton Abbey 18.08.2021 35:20

In this episode, romance author, Charmyra E. Fleming kicks off this episode with " M.A.I. Quote of the Day " by comedian Milton Berle. She also shares her love for the series, " Downton Abbey ", and how it inspires and influences her romance writing. This week's " M.A.I. Sip of the Week " she shares a fun summer cocktail, " Aperol Spritz ". She closes out this episode with a reading and discussion...

S2, E10: POSITIVITY: The Importance & Legacy of Vivian Stephens…Have You Had Your Plus Sign Today? 11.08.2021 46:07

In this episode, romance author, Charmyra E. Fleming kicks off this episode delving into "M.A.I. Quote of the Day" by Vivian Stephens (Founder of Romance Writers of America). Followed by her thoughts on the controversies faced by RWA (Romance Writer's of America) surrounding 'The Vivian Award' debacle. "M.A.I. Sip of the Week" is as perfectly refreshing, as a chilled glass of Pinot Grigio! Althoug...

S2, E9: "My, My, M.A.I. Welcome 2 America" 04.08.2021 38:52

In this episode, romance author, Charmyra E. Fleming kicks off this episode delving into "M.A.I. Quote of the Day" by Steve Maraboli. Followed by her thoughts on Prince's newest album "Welcome 2 America". This week's "M.A.I. Sip of the Week" she shares a beautiful Chardonnay, called, 'Caneros' by Rombauer Vineyards. As always, the Creative Calfuray, "M.A.I." Branded Merchandise is available on the...

S2, E8: M.OTIVATE | A.SPIRE | I.NSPIRE to Self-Investment, Self-Development, & Self-Discovery 28.07.2021 50:51

In this episode, romance author, Charmyra E. Fleming begins with "M.A.I. Quote of the Day" by Hugh Downs, and spends a great deal of this episode discussing the benefits of personal Self-Investment, Self-Development, & Self-Discovery, and we all grow as individuals when nurture this aspect of our lives. This week's "M.A.I. Sip of the Week" she shares the perfect warm weather white wine, a Sauvigno...

S2, E7: “M.A.I. Crucial Cosmic Day When the Dawn of the Morning Comes 21.07.2021 35:26

In this episode, romance author, Charmyra E. Fleming begins with "M.A.I. Quote of the Day" by Edmund Hillary, and shares her thoughts on the where she stands with the 'M.A.I. Mindset Framework'. Sharing how minor setbacks can be used as the set up, we all can use to keep pushing forward to accomplishing our goals. This week's "M.A.I. Sip of the Week" she shares the perfect warm weather white wine,...

S2, E6: No Pix After Dark with a Chance of Purple Reign 14.07.2021 36:33

In this episode, romance author, Charmyra E. Fleming kicks off the episode with "M.A.I. Quote of the Day" by Toni Morrison, shares her thoughts on her friend and podcast buddy and host, Aaron Dante of No Pix After Dark receiving Baltimore Sun's Best: Readers' Choice People & Media Honoree for a second year in a row. This week's "M.A.I. Sip of the Week" she shares her favorite sip this week, Na...

S2, E5: Let's Party Like It's 1999 30.06.2021 22:39

In this episode, romance author, Charmyra E. Fleming kicks off the episode with "M.A.I. Quote of the Day" by Maya Angelou, and "Pandemic Buzzwords". This week's "M.A.I. Sip of the Week" she shares WLLM Alsace Reseve 2018, Reisling. Finally, she closes out the episode with more Prince Facts! As always, the Creative Calfuray, "M.A.I." Branded Merchandise is available on the Creative Calfuray we...

S2, E4: Inside M.A.I. Dirty Mind...How Sweet the Sound? 23.06.2021 29:09

In this episode, romance author, Charmyra E. Fleming kicks off the episode with "M.A.I. Quote of the Day" by Lao Tzu. This week's "M.A.I. Sip of the Week" is a deliciously 2018 Beringer Private Reserve Chardonnay from Beringer Vineyards! As always, the Creative Calfuray, "M.A.I." Branded Merchandise is available on the Creative Calfuray website and Etsy. Click Here to check it out! As a token of m...

S2, E3: A Little Love, Honey, & Whiskey is the Sweetness of Life 16.06.2021 22:02

In this episode, romance author, Charmyra E. Fleming kicks off the episode with "M.A.I. Quote of the Day" by Victor Hugo. This week's "M.A.I. Sip of the Week" is a fabulous 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon by Plymouth Wine Company! As always, the Creative Calfuray, "M.A.I." Branded Merchandise is available on the Creative Calfuray website and Etsy. Click Here to check it out! As a token of my appreciation,...

S2, E2: For You "M.A.I." Life is Golden 09.06.2021 27:01

In this episode, romance author, Charmyra E. Fleming kicks off the episode with "M.A.I. Quote of the Day" by David Viscott. This week's "M.A.I. Sip of the Week" is a beautiful 2019 Sauvignon Blanc by Imagery Estate Winery! As always, the Creative Calfuray, "M.A.I." Branded Merchandise is available on the Creative Calfuray website and Etsy. Click Here to check it out! As a token of my appreciation,...

S2, E1: A Taste of Romance in Erotic City with T'Chique 02.06.2021 1:07:32

She's Baaack! In the Season 2 opener, romance author, Charmyra E. Fleming kicks off the podcast with a very special guest, "T'Chique", Erotic Romance Author. In honor of this interview, "M.A.I. Sip of the Week" is a fun Michael David Chardonnay by Freakshow!  As always, the Creative Calfuray, "M.A.I." Branded Merchandise is available on the Creative Calfuray website and Etsy. Click Here to ch...

E25: Season Finale - "The Fleeting of Time Leads 2 A Focused Mind" 24.03.2021 19:07

In this episode, romance author, Charmyra E. Fleming kicks off the final episode of the season with " M.A.I. Quote of the Day " by Albert Einstein, her thoughts on the fleeting of time and the need to focus on your dreams and passions in the now. This week's " M.A.I. Sip of the Week " she shares the perfect warm weather cocktail, 'Spiced Captain Morgan'. Finally, she closes out the final epis...

E24: Purple Music & Paisley Park is 4Eva in M.A.I. Heart 17.03.2021 22:35

In this episode, romance author, Charmyra E. Fleming kicks off the episode with " M.A.I. Quote of the Day ", and discusses her memories of visiting Paisley Park in 2017. This week's " M.A.I. Sip of the Week " she switches it up and shares Grape Therapy Chardonnay 2016 . If you love this podcast, find out how you can become a member of the Creative Calfuray Patreon Page.  Finally, she closes o...

E23: 2 M.A.I. Purple Surprise 30 Years Later & Prince Still Can Gett Off 10.03.2021 33:36

In this episode, romance author, Charmyra E. Fleming kicks off the episode with " M.A.I. Quote of the Day " by Oprah Winfrey, and discusses the little "Purple Surprise" that was a little piece of heaven she discovered while watching, Coming 2 America this past weekend. This week's " M.A.I. Sip of the Week " she switches it up and shares Lions Head Luxury Collection | 2017 | Panthera Chardonnay . A...

E22: Play in the Sunshine...Time is On "M.A.I." Side 03.03.2021 44:26

In this episode, romance author, Charmyra E. Fleming kicks off the episode with "M.A.I. Quote of the Day" from Maya Angelou, and discusses how the previous occupations of authors tend to have transferable skills that supports them as writers and authors. This week's "M.A.I. Sip of the Week" she shares her love for the Tennessee Whiskey, "Uncle Nearest". Also, stick around to hear some of the detai...

E21: She's Always in "M.A.I." Hair 24.02.2021 55:10

In this episode, romance author, Charmyra E. Fleming begins the discussion with M.A.I. Quote of the Day by Daymond John and 3 Facts about the Romance Novel Industry and the effects of COVID-19 on sales. She then deep dives into her initial thoughts on the first couple pages of the book, Prince: The Beautiful Ones . Of course, she shares, "M.A.I." Sip of the Week: Sea Sun California Pinot Noir 2018...