Along Came A Writer Network
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Along Came A Writer, Guest Annette O'Hare, Author
June 11, 2018 20:00 - 31 minutes - 27.6 MBGrowing up in Houston, Texas in the 1970’s, historical romance author Annette O'Hare loved the stories about ghosts haunting the old Spaghetti Warehouse and the mysterious “blue light” cemetery. But it was "Devil's Island," the magical woods across from her childhood home where her imagination blossomed. She created fantastic scenarios to act out with her brother and the neighborhood kids where worlds were conquered and dragons were slain. Annette is still making up stories. She is the auth...
Publishing Laine: Novel Skeleton Part Four
June 06, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBMarji Laine Clubine and Fay Lamb discuss the parts of a novel. The "skeleton" that proves the foundation. Writers who plot and outline will love this discussion as we make sense of the novel structure. But authors who "write by the seat of their pants" can also benefit if they've ever strayed from the main point, written themselves into a hole, or found the pen or keyboard not moving! This skeleton can stir the thoughts, help you visualize your story once again and get back on the correct tra...
The Lena Nelson Dooley Show
May 15, 2018 17:00 - 30 minutes - 27.1 MBLena Nelson Dooley will interview Christian author Jessica White about her The Healing Seasons series and other things.
Publishing Laine: Novel Skeleton Part Three
May 02, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 55 MBMarji Laine, multi-published author and Executive Director of Write Integrity Press, along with multi-published author and free-lance editor Fay Lamb discuss the bone structure of a novel. While this series is a natural for authors who plan out their stories ahead of time, the guide can also help pantsers who might find themselves stuck or diverted to a rabbit trail. This third episode in the series continues with what would be considered "Act II" of a novel and brings the sections of this ...
Along Came A Writer, Guest Merilyn Marriott, Author
April 23, 2018 20:00 - 1 hour - 54.7 MBMy guest Merilyn Howton Marriott talks about her new book and her new show. Merilyn Is an author, a speaker, and a counselor (M.S. LPC). Her first novel, The Children of Main Street, is at the publishing house of: Firefly Southern Fiction, and will be released next year. She won first place for unpublished manuscripts, in women's contemporary fiction at the Florida Christian Writers Christian Conference, 2017. "When the lost find their voice, stories happen."
The Lena Nelson Dooley Show
April 17, 2018 17:00 - 28 minutes - 25.4 MBWard Tanneberg will share about writing his wife's Memoir and about dealing with grief.
Publishing Laine: Novel Skeleton Part Two
April 04, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 55 MBMarji and Fay will not only be explaining this importance of the second section of your novel, but they will also give examples from popular movies to help you see the nuances of this section and how it fits into the full progression of the plot.
The Lena Nelson Dooley Show with James L Rubart
March 20, 2018 17:00 - 30 minutes - 27.4 MBThey will discuss the Rubart Writing Academy.
Publishing Laine: Novel Skeleton Part One
March 07, 2018 01:00 - 1 hour - 55.5 MBMost stories have an ebb and flow to them - the pacing. They are set up ahead of time to maximize readability and satisfaction for the reader. Movies have the same type of rhythm. Marji and Fay will begin a series of discussions on the skeleton of a story - the sections that will help an author organize their writing to capitalize on the expectations of the readers. This week, they will be discussing the opening of a story - how to do it right and why it's so important.
The Lena Nelson Dooley Show featuring Sharlene McClaren
February 20, 2018 18:00 - 32 minutes - 28.5 MBLena Nelson Dooley and Sharlene McClaren will be discussing SUMMER ON SUNSET RIDGE and THEIR DARING HEARTS.
The Geek Block - TJ Akers
February 18, 2018 20:00 - 33 minutes - 29.4 MBInterview with the author of The Final Paladin (Key of Apollyon) and Dusty's Adventures, TJ Akers.
Chat Noir Mystery and Suspense, Guest Dr. Richard Mabry, Author
February 09, 2018 18:00 - 31 minutes - 27.8 MBMy guest today is Medical Suspense Author, Dr. Richard Mabry: I'm a retired physician who, in addition to writing, is a husband and grandfather, plays (and enjoys) golf, and does the hundred-and-one other things that retired people do. I got into non-medical writing after the death of my first wife with my book, THE TENDER SCAR: LIFE AFTER THE DEATH OF A SPOUSE. I'm gratified that it continues to help those who have lost a loved one. Now I'm writing what I call "medical suspense with heart...
Publishing Laine: Tips for Editing
February 07, 2018 01:00 - 1 hour - 55.3 MBThe story is the thing! Right? Well, yes ... and no. A great joke isn't so great if the telling is spoiled or the timing of the punchline is off. The same is true of a great story. The premise can be golden, but if the writing utilizes old-fashioned practices, cliche' phrases or situations, or has poor grammar, an agent or editor will not likely choose to pursue the book and a reader will not likely continue past the first page. Writing is a changing occupation. What worked for the classics...
Chat Noir Mystery and Suspense-, Guest Elizabeth Goddard, Author
January 18, 2018 01:00 - 31 minutes - 27.8 MBElizabeth Goddard is the bestselling, award-winning author of more than twenty-five romance novels and counting, including the romantic mystery, THE CAMERA NEVER LIES–a 2011 Carol Award winner. She’s a double finalist in the 2016 Daphne Du Maurier Award for Excellence in Mystery/Suspense for her books BURIED and BACKFIRE in the Mountain Cove series. A 7th generation Texan, Elizabeth graduated from North Texas State University with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and worked in high-l...
The Lena Nelson Dooley Show
January 16, 2018 18:00 - 31 minutes - 27.8 MBLena Nelson Dooley will interview Miralee Ferrell about her books, her publishing company, and how her movie came about
Publishing Laine: Setting Extraordinary Settings
January 03, 2018 01:00 - 1 hour - 54.9 MBThe Writing Industry from the Other Side of the Desk While setting isn't a pertinent element of great fiction, it plays an important role in your novel. In fact, it can even become a pseudo-character for your book. Learn the tricks of establishing your setting without the old-fashioned practice of pagefuls of description.
The Lena Nelson Dooley Show
December 19, 2017 18:00 - 18 minutes - 15.6 MBA dramatic radio script written by Lynne Gentry and Lena Nelson Dooley will be presented by Lena Nelson Dooley and Lynne Gentry with technical help from Linda Kozar.
The Geek Block - FightWrite w/ Kirk McCune
December 14, 2017 19:00 - 45 minutes - 40.9 MBEdged weapons expert Kirk McCune answers writers questions about blades.
Publishing Laine: Final Segment of Keys to Great Fiction - Episode 4
December 06, 2017 01:00 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBThis is the fourth segment of discussion on the key elements that all authors should include in their books. Tonight's topics are dialogue and conflict. Marji and Fay focus on issues that will help authors get their masterpieces prepped and polished to share with agents, editors, and readers. If you have questions for Marji or Fay, join the chat session during the episode or send an email to [email protected]
Chat Noir Mystery and Suspense, Custom Casket Designer Trey Ganem
November 29, 2017 01:00 - 1 hour - 55.4 MBTrey Ganem has been designing unique, custom caskets for almost a quarter of a century in Edna, Texas. He's designed thousands of caskets since then, for adults and children, for sports stars, celebrities, and recently for victims of the tragedy in Sutherland Springs. He had just returned from delivering custom caskets to families of victims of the shootings in Las Vegas when this second tragedy occured. He immediately offered to donate free services and custom caskets to help the twenty-six ...
The Lena Nelson Dooley Show - With 2017 Christy Award Winner Becky Wade
November 21, 2017 18:00 - 31 minutes - 27.9 MBLena and Becky will chat about Becky's writing life, her books, and her Christy award banquet, among other things.
Historically Speaking
November 10, 2017 18:00 - 36 minutes - 32.3 MBAngela Breidenbach, host of Historically Speaking, visits with Susan G. Mathis about how her own Irish family history inspired the love story in her novel. www.SusanGMathis.com Book: The Fabric of Hope: An Irish Family Legacy About Susan G Mathis— She's a versatile writer and author of The Fabric of Hope: An Irish Family Legacy. Susan has two Tyndale nonfiction books, Countdown for Couples: Preparing for the Adventure of Marriage and The ReMarriage Adventure: Preparing for a Life of Love an...
The Geek Block - Kyle Shultz
November 08, 2017 20:00 - 38 minutes - 34.3 MBInterview with author, Kyle Robert Shultz.
Publishing Laine: More Keys to Great Fiction - Episode 3
November 08, 2017 01:00 - 1 hour - 54.7 MBThis is the fourth segment of discussion on the key elements that all authors should include in their books. Plot is the vehicle for the story. It carries your story along. Pacing is the accelerator for the car. Learn some hints about story creation through these two elements. Marji and Fay focus on issues that will help authors get their masterpieces prepped and polished to share with agents, editors, and readers.
The Lena Nelson Dooley Show
October 17, 2017 17:00 - 30 minutes - 27.2 MBJen's book, A Wife's Secret of Happiness, applies to all marriages, not matter how long you've been married. The book would also make a wonderful gift for a woman who is going to get married.
The Geek Block - Randy Streu
October 12, 2017 19:00 - 42 minutes - 38.3 MBInterview with voice over artist Randy Streu
Chat Noir Mystery and Suspense, Guest Janet McHenry, Author
October 04, 2017 15:00 - 30 minutes - 27.4 MBAfter Janet graduated from the University of California, Berkeley, with a degree in journalism, she married her high school sweetheart Craig and worked as a newspaper reporter and editor. They eventually settled down in the Sierra Valley in northern California, where Craig is a rancher and where there is not a single stoplight in the entire county. In their town of 700+ folks, she says they have raised four pretty good children – all done with college and married – and are now enjoying the g...
Publishing Laine: More Keys to Great Fiction - Episode 2
October 04, 2017 00:00 - 1 hour - 54.7 MBThis is the second segment of discussion on the key elements that all authors should include in their books. Tonight's topics are Deep Point of View and Showing vs. Telling. Getting your novel prepared for sharing, either as an indie-author or to propose it to agents or traditional publishers, is likely the biggest challenge in writing. Author and freelance editor Fay Lamb joins Marji Laine, executive editor of Write Integrity Press, in a discussion of ways that will help authors get their...
Along Came A Writer, Kathleen & Robert Turner Love Story
September 29, 2017 00:00 - 1 hour - 57 MBWhen award-winning historical romance author Kathleen Y'Barbo and military man, Robert Turner reconnected years after they first met in high school, sparks flew! But Kathleen's friends crossed their arms and insisted on meeting this prospective man in her life to make sure he was right for her. Oh, the stories begging to be told! Our guests on the show include KATHLEEN Y'BARBO TURNER, JANICE THOMPSON, DANNELLE WOODY, SHAREN WATSON, LINDA KOZAR AND—ROBERT TURNER! We can't promise Robert will g...
The Lena Nelson Dooley Show
September 19, 2017 17:00 - 31 minutes - 27.6 MBLena Nelson Dooley will interview author Mike H Mizrahi about his debut novel THE GREAT CHATTANOOGA BICYCLE RACE.
The Geek Block - Laura VanArendonk Baugh
September 15, 2017 19:00 - 36 minutes - 32.7 MBInterview with author, seamstress, animal behaviorist and all around Renaissance woman, Laura VanArendonk Baugh.
Down Publishing Laine: Keys to Great Fiction - Episode 1
September 06, 2017 00:00 - 1 hour - 54.9 MBTo celebrate Fay Lamb's release of her newest romantic suspense novel, FROZEN NOTES, she's agreed to chat with listeners about one of the most important parts of publishing a book. Whether you're working to impress a publisher in a traditional sense, or you're intending to put out your book on your own, you will need expertise in checking your content for these elements. If you have any questions for Marji or Fay, leave a note either at the contact page on WriteIntegrity.com or at DownPubli...
The Lena Nelson Dooley Show
August 15, 2017 00:00 - 31 minutes - 27.6 MBLena Nelson Dooley will interview author Andrea Boeshaar.
Publishing Laine: On Suspense with Guest Elizabeth Noyes
August 02, 2017 00:00 - 1 hour - 54.7 MBAward-winning romantic supsense author, Elizabeth Noyes, has some distinctive opinions about what puts books into the suspense category. She and Marji will attempt to narrow down the elements necessary for great suspense and differentiate between suspense and other genres. Email your questions to [email protected]. If your questions are used, you'll receive a free book from Marji (US residents only).
Chat Noir Mystery and Suspense-with Guest Dr. Richard Mabry
July 31, 2017 19:00 - 31 minutes - 27.8 MBWEBSITE: http://www.rmabry.com Dr. Richard Mabry I'm a retired physician who, in addition to writing, is a husband and grandfather, plays (and enjoys) golf, and does the hundred-and-one other things that retired people do. I got into non-medical writing after the death of my first wife with my book, THE TENDER SCAR: LIFE AFTER THE DEATH OF A SPOUSE. I'm gratified that it continues to help those who have lost a loved one. Now I'm writing what I call "medical suspense with heart." My novel...
Along Came A Writer, Guest Pamela Christian, Author
July 28, 2017 00:00 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBAbout the Author: For over twenty yeas, Pamela Christian, has been helping people in matters of faith. Her training and experience includes certification in Christian Apologetics from Biola University, teaching Bible study for Community Bible Study and speaking at re- treats and conferences coast to coast..As a radio and television broadcaster, author, speaker and teacher, Pam passionately wants people to confidently discover and live in life-giving truth. Pam is a member of the International...
Chat Noir Mystery and Suspense, Guest Sandra Orchard, Author
July 26, 2017 17:00 - 31 minutes - 27.8 MBSandra Orchard is the award-winning author of numerous romantic suspense and mysteries, including A Fool and His Monet, Another Day Another Dali and the Port Aster Secrets series. The winner of six Canadian “The Word” awards and a Romantic Times Reviewers’ Choice Award, Sandra has also received a HOLT Medallion Award of Merit, a National Readers’ Choice Award, and a Daphne du Maurier Award. When not plotting crimes, Sandra enjoys playing make-believe with her grandchildren, hiking with her hu...
Historically Speaking: The Orphan & the Milkman with Guest Andrea Boeshaar
July 21, 2017 17:00 - 31 minutes - 27.8 MBAngela Breidenbach, host of Historically Speaking, interviews Andrea Boeshaar about her family history love story, the poor little orphan girl grew up playing piano. The milkman heard the lovely melodies and had to meet the player of those lovely tunes... Andrea shares the true historical love story that brought her grandparents together. Listen in to hear the lovely tale, learn more about history, and get genealogy tips to uncover the historical love stories in your family. her book series, ...
The Lena Nelson Dooley Show with guest Kathy Cretsinger
July 18, 2017 17:00 - 31 minutes - 27.7 MBLena Nelson Dooley will be visiting with Kathy Cretsinger, who owns Mantle Rock Publishing with her husband. Come by and find out what genres theyare looking for.
Publishing Laine, Info From the Other Side of the Editor Desk
July 05, 2017 00:00 - 1 hour - 57 MBCompleting a novel is a huge accomplishment, but if you're wanting to follow the call to be a career author - even parttime, that "finished" manuscript has only just begun. Marji Laine goes through the steps you need to take to make your manuscript and yourself marketable to potential editors and agents.
Chat Noir Mystery and Suspense-with author Kathleen Y'Barbo Turner
June 28, 2017 00:00 - 31 minutes - 28 MBKathleen Y'Barbo Turner: Website : http://kathleenybarbo.com She has written over 80 books and won a ton of awards, though there’s still way too much room on her award shelf in my humble opinion. She’s won a RITA and been a Carol award nominee. Over one million copies of her books are currently in print in the US and abroad and translated into Dutch, German and Spanish. She graduated from Texas A&M and holds a BBA from the University’s Mays Business School and a certification in Paralegal S...
Historically Speaking Exploring Montana's Ghost Towns
June 23, 2017 17:02 - 30 minutes - 26.8 MBToday on Historically Speaking, we're taking a turn into history and visiting Bannack MT, the first town in the new Montana Territory. Bannack Days: http://bannack.org/bannack-days Easy drive, gorgeous, from the I-90 either at the Whitehall exit or Twin Bridges. Besides the beauty of the area, Bannack visitors get to explore inside most of the buildings. You can also camp right there along a river in a state park campsite. You'll need a full day to visit Bannack, be sure to bring a picni...
The Geek Block - Catherine Jones Payne
June 21, 2017 19:00 - 44 minutes - 39.8 MBInterview with author of Breakwater, Catherine Jones Payne.
The Lena Nelson Dooley Show - Summer Fireworks novella collection
June 20, 2017 17:00 - 31 minutes - 27.5 MBLena Nelson Dooley will interview Kathy Wall and Barbara Harrison, who writes under the pen name Leann Harris, about writing, especially the SUMMER FIREWORKS novella collection that releases soon.
Publishing Laine: Writing Young Adult
June 07, 2017 00:00 - 52 minutes - 46.7 MBPublishing Laine: the Industry from the Other Side of the Desk Young Adult and Teenage readers can provide a cemented support and following, but they also have special reading needs. This month we'll be discussing with Young Adult author, Kristen Hogrefe, who is also a teacher, about creating stories that YA and New Adult readers will love. We'll specifically discuss the popularity of dystopian books, world-building, and perspective.
Chat Noir Mystery and Suspense, Guest Carla Hoch, Fight-Writer Author
May 24, 2017 17:00 - 31 minutes - 27.8 MBCarla Hoch: http://fightingwrite.blogspot.com/p/about-me_3.html Moments before the destruction of her home planet, Carla's parents jettisoned her and her twin brother to earth. He was taken in by a kindly farmer in Kansas while she was embraced by a rather liberal clowder of feral cats in Houston, Texas. While still a toddler, she bid farewell to her feline family and headed to Pace, Florida, a small hamlet just outside Pensacola. There she raised herself in a hollowed out tree trunk and t...
Along Came A Writer, Guest Athena Dean Holtz, Author & Cult Survivor
May 19, 2017 00:00 - 1 hour - 55.6 MBAbout Author Athena Dean Holtz:http://athenadeanholtz.com "I've spent the past 30 years in the book publishing industry, as co-founder and former owner of WinePress Publishing, I pioneered the independent publishing movement in the Christian book industry. I was blessed to spend a year as a radio personality on “Always Faithful Radio” a live radio program for women on AM 630 KSLR in San Antonio, TX where I served as broadcast missionary under Commission to Every Nation. Now I'm hosting the s...
The Lena Nelson Dooley Show with guest Mary Ellis
May 16, 2017 17:00 - 30 minutes - 27 MBLena Nelson Dooley will introduce her listeners to Mary Ellis. They will chat about lots of things, including her Secrets of the South Mysteries.
Publishing Laine: Independent Publishing
May 03, 2017 00:00 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBHighly successful and multi-published indi-author, Jackie Castle will share with us about the industry and the best procedures for getting independently publishished books on the market. Between the two of them, Jackie and Marji represent three different genres and will not only address the process of creating a publishable book, but also the steps to make it an ebook. Ask your questions at [email protected] or on the chat session right here. If your question is used on the show...
Chat Noir Mystery and Suspense, Guest Brandilyn Collins, Author
April 26, 2017 17:00 - 31 minutes - 28 MBAuthor Linda Kozar interviews fellow mystery, suspense, and thriller authors, and the stories behind their twisted tales. Book giveaways. Call-ins and Chat Room questions welcome. My guest today is award-winning author Brandilyn Collins. WEBSITE: http://brandilyncollins.com "When I was a kid I never thought I'd grow up to kill people for a living. Neither did my lovely mother, who often wondered where she went wrong. Fortunately for my victims, the killing is only in my books. I’m best know...