Writers Block Party

Pulitzer Prize nominated Journalist Kevin Williams shares his 30 + years experience with the Amish and his new book on the topic: Not So Simple : My Adventures Among the Amish, Mennonites, Shakers, and Other Plain People . You can find more about Kevin's work with the Amish, including his long-running column The Amish Cook by going to his website, Amish 365 . Just a quick reminder, Behind the Curt...

Pulitzer Prize nominated Journalist Kevin Williams shares his 30 + years experience with the Amish and his new book on the topic: Not So Simple : My Adventures Among the Amish, Mennonites, Shakers, and Other Plain People . You can find more about Kevin's work with the Amish, including his long-running column The Amish Cook by going to his website, Amish 365 . This episode is for Behind the Curtain...

Author of both a YA mystery novel and a children's picture book, author Barabara Johnstone talks about both styles of writing. She also provides an excerpt from her novel Cemetery Ridge. You can find links to her books on her Amazon Author page. Also, I want to give a big thank you to our two newest Behind the Curtain subscribers, Thomas Pelissero and Julie Conway. Thank you both for directly supp...

Author of both a YA mystery novel and a children's picture book, author Barabara Johnstone talks about both styles of writing. She also provides an excerpt from her novel Cemetery Ridge. You can find links to her books on her Amazon Author page. Also, I want to give a big thank you to our two newest Behind the Curtain subscribers, Thomas Pelissero and Julie Conway. Thank you both for directly supp...

Local author Darin Miller talks about his writing and the potential hazards of basing your characters from real life. He also tells us about his multiple series of books all based in the Morrow-verse (from his Dwayne Morrow Mystery series) And he gives us a sample of his newest book: Interception. You can find out about all Darin's books in the Morrow-verse and more by going to his website: Darin-...

Exclusively for Behind the Curtain subscribers. Jim talks about the similarities of song writing and story writing. Plus he gives us three more songs to enjoy. And to all my Behind the Curtain subscribers, THANK YOU for supporting the show!

So, another local author interview - kinda... After all he is a songwriter, right? Jim tells us all about his music, and the story of his process parallels those of authors pretty closely; the writing of the lyrics, the writing of the music to match the lyrics, pitching his music to potential agents. Also, as he points out, many of his songs tell a story - one you can tap your feet to. You can fin...

So, another local author interview - kinda... After all he is a songwriter, right? Jim tells us all about his music, and the story of his process parallels those of authors pretty closely; the writing of the lyrics, the writing of the music to match the lyrics, pitching his music to potential agents. Also, as he points out, many of his songs tell a story - one you can tap your feet to. You can fin...

Scott is the next in my series of local author interviews. Today he talks about his dual creative writing endeavors: his adult horror books (including an excerpt from his most recent book, UnJest) plus his spooky stories for kids. He hosts a weekly podcast called Micro Terrors: Scary Stories for Kids . Scott also talks about his upcoming literary events and promotions. You can find out about all S...

Scott talks about his Adult horror books and provides an excerpt from his most recent book, UnJest. He also hosts a weekly podcast called Micro Terrors: Scary Stories for Kids . You can find out about all Scott's creative endeavors by checking out his page on LINKTREE . This episode is for Behind the Curtain subscribers, who always enjoy an ad-free, early-release version of every episode, plus add...

Christine Lawrence talks about her cozy mysteries in her Wedded Bliss Mystery Series. And Christine should know mysteries - she has a degree in forensic science and experience as a private investigator. You can find out all about Christine and her books by checking out her website, Christine Lawrence Books . This episode is for Behind the Curtain subscribers, who always enjoy an ad-free, early-rel...

Christine Lawrence talks about her cozy mysteries in her Wedded Bliss Mystery Series. And Christine should know mysteries - she has a degree in forensic science and experience as a private investigator. You can find out all about Christine and her books by checking out her website, Christine Lawrence Books . This episode is for Behind the Curtain subscribers, who always enjoy an ad-free, early-rel...

Local author Charity Pleasant talks about her self-help books taken from her own life experiences. She believes people want to connect the dots between experiences and growth. She also reads an excerpt from her first fictional novel, The Neighborhood. You can find out about all the books she's made available on her website, Pleasant Investments . Quick reminder - Behind the Curtain subscribers alw...

Local author Charity Pleasant talks about her self-help books taken from her own life experiences. She believes people want to connect the dots between experiences and growth. She also reads an excerpt from her first fictional novel, The Neighborhood. You can find out about all the books she's made available on her website, Pleasant Investments . This episode is for Behind the Curtain subscribers,...

Exclusively for Behind the Curtain subscribers. K. B. talks about her journey from author to founder of her own publishing company. Plus an excerpt from her book: The Queen of Ebenezer. And to all my Behind the Curtain subscribers, THANK YOU for supporting the show!

K. B. Hoyle is the CEO, Acquisitions Editor, and Creative Director of OWL's NEST PUBLISHERS.COM , a small, traditional, women-owned press. She believes that reading great books builds empathy, resilience, compassion, perseverance, and friendship. Her love of good stories began when she stepped through a wardrobe at age six, and never looked back. She is the multiple award-winning Young Adult autho...

Cheryl Merz talks about her dog, Dude and the illustrated children's book she wrote about their traveling adventures, Brown Dog Goes to the Beach. Cheryl and Dude are both strong supporters of the Ohio Pet Sanctuary. So once again I am donating proceeds for the month of May from any new Behind The Curtain subscribers to the Ohio Pet Sanctuary. Behind the Curtain subscribers enjoy an ad-free, early...

This week Chris Cooper talks about his book When Darkness Finds You as well as his other books, all of which are available at his website DreadfulMedia.com . This episode is exclusively for Behind the Curtain subscribers, who enjoy an ad-free, early-release version of every episode, plus additional bonus content.

His full name is James Eric Riley, but his friends call him Eric. This week he talks with us about his memoir (btw, he hates that word... so let's call it narrative non-fiction) about how his life in general and a speed-skating accident led him to the profession as a (and eventually to his novel, which is titled) Teacher. You can find the link to his book on his Amazon Author page . Just a reminde...

This week local author H.R. Boldwood talks about her latest book in the Corpse Whisperer series: Whisperer Rising. She and I talk about how much of the public is too quick to dismiss a story by putting it in a niche (can you say zombie?) and she reads an excerpt from her new book. You can find links to all H.R.s books and more on her website: https://hrboldwood.com/ Just a reminder that Behind the...

This week local author H.R. Boldwood talks about her latest book in the Corpse Whisperer series: Whisperer Rising. She and I talk about how much of the public is too quick to dismiss a story by putting it in a niche (can you say zombie?) and she reads an excerpt from her new book. You can find links to all H.R.s books and more on her website: https://hrboldwood.com/ This ad-free, early-release ver...

This week local author Chris Morgan talks about his soon-to-be-released book The Fourth Generation, a remarkable example of historical fiction. Geared toward 4th grade students, Chris takes us on a magical journey that is part history, part science, and all great story-telling. This ad-free, early-release version is exclusively for Behind the Curtain subscribers. To get all these great perks on ev...

We talked with Karen a couple months back about her poetry. This week she tells us about her collection of short stories 'How We Fracture' plus a novel shes working on. Later, she reads one of her stories (plus a second one exclusively for Behind the Curtain subscribers.) You can find out more about her writing on her website, https://karenlgeorge.blogspot.com/

Chip is back with us to talk about his new book Breakfast at Buddy's If you hurry, you can take advantage of a terrific deal by pre-ordering a kindle version of Breakfast at Buddy's for only 99 cents! But act quickly this offer is only available until March 31st. Grab your pre-ordered copy here : Behind the Curtain espisodes are presented now as one big episode, complete with the bonus material in...

Local author L. N. Holmes is my guest at the party this week to talk about and give us an excerpt from her book The Floating Castle - book 1 in the Dragon Gate series . I'm reorganizing the way I post episodes. The Behind the Curtain espisodes are presented now as one big episode, complete with the bonus material all in one episode. These are the ad-free, early-release versions of this episode. An...