Writers With Purpose

What starts as a dream cruise to Antarctica quickly turns into a high-stakes fight for survival. In this episode of Writers With Purpose , I sit down with author Robyn Roy to unpack her thriller Save Them, a story where a luxury voyage collides with a dangerous plot tied to a real-world oil discovery beneath Antarctic waters. We explore the tension between fiction and reality as Robyn shares how g...

What does it really mean to be blessed? Not the polished version. Not the Sunday morning version. The real one—the kind forged in brokenness, tested in persecution, and proven in everyday life. In this powerful episode of Writers With Purpose , Dr. Annette West and her co-authors unpack the truth behind Kingdom Promises: The Beatitudes Anthology, where Matthew 5 stops being scripture you quote and...

What if the pain you carry didn’t start with you but still lives in you? In this gripping episode of Writers With Purpose , I sit down with author Pernell McNear to unpack the deeper layers behind his supernatural psychological thriller, Atavism: When Justice and Revenge Take More Than a Lifetime. This conversation doesn’t tiptoe. It dives headfirst into: Generational trauma embedded in DNA Ancest...

What do you do when the life you’re expected to live isn’t the life you’re called to live? In this compelling episode of Writers With Purpose , Eric Byron shares the story behind his memoir From the Funeral Home to the Circus and Beyond — a journey that begins in a fourth-generation funeral home and takes a sharp, unexpected turn into the circus, Disney, tech, and eventually life in Hong Kong. Thi...

What if the story you’re trying to control is the very thing trying to heal you? In this episode of Writers With Purpose, Melvese sits down with Luna Westish, author of Meet Me at the Ruins, a cross-genre, coming-of-age novel born not from strategy, but from surrender. What started as a simple writing practice in coffee shops became something deeper: a story shaped by anxiety, neurodivergence, com...

What if the end of the world didn’t come with chaos but with calm? In this gripping episode of Writers With Purpose, Melvese sits down with award-winning author Aaron Ryan to unpack his Dissonance Series —a haunting sci-fi saga where an alien invasion wipes out 85% of humanity in just three months without a single explosion. This isn’t just another post-apocalyptic story. It’s grounded. Gritty. Hu...

What happens when a woman stops silencing her desires and starts telling the truth? In this bold and thought-provoking episode of Writers With Purpose , Melvese sits down with poet M.J. Mays, author of Erotic Sapiosexual: Suppressed Desires of a Woman , to explore the unspoken layers of intimacy, intellect, faith, and self-worth. This isn’t just poetry. It’s revelation. M.J. Mays breaks down what...

Love doesn’t always arrive clean. Sometimes, it lingers unresolved, uncertain, waiting to land. In this episode of Writers With Purpose , Melvese sits down with author T. Tonette to unpack her romantic suspense novel Love in Hangtime, a story where grief, guilt, and guarded hearts collide with undeniable chemistry. We explore: What it means when love “hangs in the air” too long How past trauma and...

What if the very thing you’re rushing through is where your growth is hiding? In this heartfelt episode of Writers With Purpose , Melvese sits down with author Catherine Coleman-Smith to unpack the deeper story behind her children’s book, The Bloom Within, a story rooted in legacy, loss, and the quiet power of patience. Inspired by her grandmother’s life and love, Catherine shares how writing this...

An assassin with a deadline. A mother fighting for her life. And a target she never expected to love. In this gripping episode of Writers With Purpose , Melvese sits down with Lauren Kristen Roberts, author of Gemini Divided , to unpack a story where romance and danger walk hand in hand and neither plays fair. Jen Calley thought she could justify her choices until her next assignment became person...

What if burnout isn’t the end of your strength but the signal that something deeper needs your attention? In this powerful episode of Writers With Purpose , Melvese sits down with Dr. Ja’net Bishop-Nesbit, author of Thrive, Recharge, and Rise , to unpack the truth about burnout, resilience, and what it really takes to live a life of purpose without running on empty. This isn’t surface-level self-c...

What do you call a child the world tries to mislabel? In this powerful episode of Writers With Purpose , Melvese sits down with author and educator Terry Ann Williams-Richard, who turned a moment of frustration and truth into a movement of affirmation through her children’s book Just Call Me Scholar . Born from real experiences in the classroom and a deeper reflection on identity, this rhythmic, i...

What do you do when survival isn’t the finish line but the assignment? In this episode of Writers With Purpose, Melvese sits down with author, minister, and breast cancer survivor Veronica Holland, whose book Survivor to CEO is more than a testimony. It’s a blueprint. Veronica opens up about walking through diagnosis, treatment, and the quiet, stretching moments after the storm where God begins to...

What if the signs were there and no one taught you how to see them? In this eye-opening episode of Writers With Purpose, Melvese sits down with children’s author Sam B., creator of Stella the Jelly, a deceptively simple story carrying a deeply necessary message. This conversation goes beyond children’s literature. It steps into the quiet spaces where emotional harm often hides. Together, they unpa...

What does it really mean to be a preacher’s wife? In this episode of Writers With Purpose , Melvese sits down with Minister Sharon Rand, author of God Whispers to the Preacher’s Wife , to unpack the realities of life behind the pulpit. From unexpected transitions into ministry to the emotional weight of expectations, Sharon shares how she navigated pressure, loneliness, and growth through her pers...

What does it really mean to grieve wholeheartedly? In this episode of Writers With Purpose , Melvese sits down with licensed psychologist and author Dr. Audrey Davidheiser to explore the emotional, spiritual, and psychological layers of grief. After experiencing the unexpected loss of her father, Dr. Audrey discovered the transformative power of Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy—a method that...

When love meets loss in slow motion, caregiving becomes more than a role. It becomes a calling. In this deeply moving episode of Writers With Purpose , Melvese sits down with author and caregiver advocate Penny Bingham, who shares her journey of caring for her husband through dementia. What began as a personal journal—filled with research, observations, and raw emotion—evolved into a powerful guid...

What does it really take to become independent—not just in theory, but in everyday life? In this episode of Writers With Purpose , author Tiffani Harvey shares the heart behind her books A Journey to Independence and Growing Independent. Through honest reflection and practical insight, she breaks down how life experiences shaped her mission to help others—especially teens, survivors of violence, a...

What does it take to write a book that comes straight from the soul? In this episode of Writers With Purpose , host Melvese sits down with author Sharise Johnson-Moore to explore the heart behind her book, Coming to Loving Yourself . This conversation goes beyond the pages—into the lived experiences, emotional breakthroughs, and faith-driven moments that shaped her writing. Sharise shares how her...

What if the relationship you called “forever” was only preparation? In this powerful episode of Writers With Purpose , host Melvese sits down with Bobbie J. Goodwin and several co-authors to unpack the life-changing anthology Partnering and Parting With the Practice Husband: From Practice to Promise. Through raw testimony and biblical insight, these women share their real journeys through love, di...

What if the key to understanding math isn’t more problems but more writing? In this episode of Writers With Purpose , we sit down with veteran educator Anna J. Small Roseboro, author of Writing to Learn Math in Class , to explore how writing in the classroom can unlock deeper comprehension, stronger memory, and greater student confidence in math. With decades of teaching experience, Anna shares pr...

In this episode of Writers With Purpose , Melvese sits down with author B.N. Armas to discuss his children’s book My Grandpa’s Magical Garden —a heartfelt story inspired by real moments shared with his grandson. Blending poetry, nature, and family connection, this book teaches young readers about patience, growth, and the beauty of the world around them. Together, they explore how storytelling can...

In this episode of Writers With Purpose , Melvese sits down with author B.N. Armas to explore his powerful sci-fi saga, the Chamán Series . Blending cosmic warfare, Native American heritage, and spiritual insight, Armas shares the inspiration behind a story where humanity must rebuild after Earth’s destruction and one man carries the responsibility of restoring balance across the universe. This co...

Author Tiffani Harvey joins Writers With Purpose to discuss her books Freedom Seeker and Freedom Seeking —a powerful blend of personal story and practical guidance designed to help readers define their values, make informed decisions, and build a life of independence. From navigating relationships and safety to understanding personal boundaries and life choices, this episode offers real-world tool...

In this episode of Writers With Purpose , Melvese sits down with Dr. Celeste Blow to discuss her children’s book, Jesus Is My Superhero: I Want to Be Like Him . They explore the importance of teaching children about faith, identity, and salvation in today’s world, and how storytelling can shape a child’s spiritual foundation. Dr. Blow shares her inspiration, her mission to reach young hearts, and...