Show Notes episode 130. Leona Godin Author interview
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We hope you enjoy this episode as we visit with author and activist , Leona Godin.
She is the author of the popular book on BARD, ‘‘There plant eyes: A personal and cultural history of blindness.“. We know this will be a most exciting opportunity to interview Leona Godin, and discuss her work and perspective as a person living with blindness for many years. Topics will include not only her writing, but also her perspective on our ocular centric society, innovation, and advocacy.
About Leona Godin
Dr. M. Leona Godin is the author of There Plant Eyes: A Personal and Cultural History of Blindness(Pantheon Books, 2021), which The New Yorker called a “thought-provoking mixture of criticism, memoir, and advocacy.” Leona Godin writes fiction, nonfiction, and poetry, and has been published in many different venues. Several of her recent publications have focused on advocacy for people who are blind.
Leona Godin has a most interesting project underway as the founder of Aromatica Poetica, an arts and culture laboratory for the advancement of smell and taste. And she creates scented/tactile performance journeys.
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EP 129 Writing Works Wonders Sheldon Siegel Author interview
Show Notes episode 129 Sheldon Siegel Author interview
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Join Cheryl and Kathy when they welcome SHELDON SIEGAL.
Hot topics include in-depth conversation about the writing process, hotspots, or plot, twist, character, development, and transition to independent publishing on the Kindle platform. listen in as the best selling author provides key insights.
Sheldon Siegel is the New York Times, USA Today, and Amazon bestselling author of the Mike Daley/Rosie Fernandez series of critically acclaimed courtroom dramas featuring San Francisco criminal defense attorneys Mike Daley and Rosie Fernandez. He is also the author of the thriller The Terrorist Next Door, which features Chicago homicide detectives David Gold and A.C. Battle. His books have been translated into a dozen languages and sold millions of copies worldwide.
He has been an attorney for more than thirty-five years,, specializing in corporate and securities law with the San Francisco office of the international law firm of Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP.
Sheldon began writing his first novel, SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES, on a laptop computer during his daily commute on the ferry from Marin County to San Francisco. Sheldon is a San Francisco Library Laureate, a former president of the Northern California chapter and a member of the national board of directors of the Mystery Writers of America, and an active member of the International Thriller Writers and Sisters in Crime. His work has been displayed at the Bancroft Library at UC-Berkeley, and he has been recognized as a distinguished alumnus of the University of Illinois and a Northern California Super Lawyer.
Sheldon lives in Marin County with his wife, Linda, and a tabby cat named Betty who sleeps on the desk next to his computer all day.
Contact Sheldon: https://www.SheldonSiegal.com
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Ep 128 Writing Works Wonders: Alyson Richman interview
Show Notes episode 128. Alyson Richman Author interview
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Be ready to learn something new as you enjoy this exhilarating interview with USA Today number one best selling author Alyson Richman! She’s written several compelling historical fiction novels. you might know her because of her well-known novel The Lost Wife, which is being developed into a major movie. Or you might know her for one of her other nine novels. fiction market. This exciting interview as explores not only her books, but also her writing craft. , inspiration, challenges and development ! We also game the inside story on her newest release in FALL 2024, TheTtimekeepers. https://www.alysonrichman.com/the-time-keepers . Don’t miss this opportunity to be encouraged by this accomplished Award-winning author on your favorite Writing zoom call/podcast, Writing Works Wonders.
About Alyson Richman
Alyson Richman is the USA Today bestselling and #1 international bestselling author of several historical novels including The Velvet Hours, The Garden of Letters, and The Lost Wife, which is currently in development for a major motion picture. Alyson graduated from Wellesley College with a degree in art history and Japanese studies. She herself is an accomplished painter and her novels combine her deep love of art, historical research, and travel. Alyson’s novels have been published in twenty-five languages and have reached the bestseller lists both in the United States and abroad. She lives on Long Island with her husband and two children, where she is currently at work on her next novel.
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Ep 127 Writing Works Wonders: Philip Margolin, Best-selling author interview
Show Notes episode 127 Philip Margolin, best selling author interview
Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King
We are so excited to share this episode with you. We had the honor of interviewing award-winning, legal thriller author, Philip Margolin!! This is an information packed episode as Philip discusses his writing career and strategies. certainly not something that you want to miss. Both readers and writers alike will find much to enjoy. Phil answers a host of questions from Cheryl, Kathy, and our ZOOM participants with humor, insight and thoughtfulness. What a fabulous gem of an episode this is because of our talented and kind guest author .
Philip Margolin is known for his legal thrillers that have spent many years on the best selling and award winning lists. He was trained as a lawyer and had a very active legal practice before turning his hand successfully to writing fiction. We know you will thoroughly enjoy this newest installment of Writing Works Wonders.
About Philip Margolin
Philip Margolin earned a bachelors degree in government, and then served several years in the Peace Corps before attending and completing law school. After that, he had a vibrant law practice in. Oregon. Since 1996, he has been writing full-time. All of his full length novels have been best sellers.
Philip writes in the genre of legal thrillers. His academic and practical experience in the legal field are evident in his fictional writing. His master full plot twists and compelling characters are evident in all of his work.
You may find a list of his books, awards, and volunteer service to the community on his website. For more information visit . https://phillipmargolin.com/
His books are available on NLS BARD as well as wherever books are sold.
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Ep 126 Writing Works Wonders: Round robin storytelling extravaganza
Show Notes episode 126 Round robin storytelling extravaganza Summer 2024
Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King
It’s back! A Writing Works Wonders round robin storytelling event 🙂 Yu don’t want to miss the fun and creativity packed into this episode! Everything from aliens to talking dogs, and so much more. We start off the story, each person continues the story in succession. We never know where we will end up! Tremendous activity to stir up the creativityi muscles 🙂
If you’re looking for something to make you smile or to boost your imagination, listen to this episode 126 of Writing Works Wonders. Our participants make this a fabulous listening event every time.
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Ep 125 Writing Works Wonders: dr. Joel Snyder – Author & Audio description interview
Audio description is the topic ! We have the founder of the audio description project, Dr Joel Snyder , joining us for a lively and informative interview. Dr Snyder is the author of The Visual Made Verbal: A Comprehensive Training Manual and Guide to the History and Applications of Audio Description. In addition to his other achievements, he has trained people in audio description n in over 40 states.
in this fun, and informative episode, we answer such question as what is audio description? How far has it reached across different media? How do we access audio description? Why is audio description important? Who benefits from audio description? And how is Writing interwoven into the industry and meaning of description?
About Joel Snyder, Ph.D
One of the first audio describers, Joel Snyder, Ph.D. is a true pioneer in the audio description field. He began describing theater events and media in 1981. A member of the Actors’ Equity Association, the American Federation of TV and Radio Artists, and the Screen Actors Guild, and a 20-year veteran of work as an arts specialist for the National Endowment for the Arts, he is perhaps best known internationally as one of the first “audio describers” at the world’s first audio description service (c. 1981).
His contribution and impact to the field of audio description is vast and unparalleled.
He is currently President, Audio Description Associates, LLC as well as the Founder/Senior Consultant, Audio Description Project, American Council of the Blind.
A few of his recognitions include
Author of The Visual Made Verbal: A Comprehensive Training Manual and Guide to the History and Applications of Audio Description
Fulbright Scholar 2019 – For teaching in Audio Description in Athens, Greece with workshops in Malta and Ukraine
Winner of the 2015 American Foundation for the Blind Access Award
Winner of the 2014 Career Achievement Award in Audio Description of the American Council of the Blind
Winner of the 2014 Vernon Henley Media Award for promoting and furthering the availability of audio description.
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Ep 124 Writing Works Wonders: Laurie Alice Eakes Author interview
Show Notes episode 124 Laurie Alice Eakes Author interview
Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King
Navigating obstacles, evolving careers, writing process, and more: we know you will enjoy this exciting episode as Laurie Alice Eakes discusses the development of her successful career from a Christian romance fiction author into a young adult mystery author. As an award-winning fiction, author of many volumes, Alice has abundant experience and insight which she generously shares with our listeners. Tune in to this inspirational and informative episode.
About Laurie Alice Eakes
Although the name under which she publishes is Laurie Alice Eakes, she prefers to answer to simply Alice. Many years ago, she chose to publish under her full name because a publicist told her it was a good name. She always liked it, and now, after over 30 books have been published, the time has come for that version of the author to retire.
Nearly all of Alice’sbooks are still in print,–seven are on audible The library of Congress bard system has recorded three books and put another one into braille.
In addition, Alice has written a short story in an anthology called artificial divide which is also available at Audible and BARD. She has written numerous articles that have been widely published including in the Huffington post.
Alice loves to come up with new plots, new characters, and new settings. Now she’s ready to write in a new genre. When she isn’t scheming in her brain or on virtual paper, ,She likes to watch movies, listen to music, attend live concerts and theater. She loves being in nature, especially if it involves being near or on water.
She lives just north of Chicago and just west of Lake Michigan with her husband, her guide dog, Two cats, and another dog.
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Ep 123 Writing Works Wonders. Travel author interview, Kristen Combs
Show Notes episode 123 Travel author interview, Kristen Combs
Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King
Join Cheryl and Kathy for this very special episode of Writing Works Wonders: as we interview a Travel Writer., Copywriter, and communications Director. We discuss travel writing, social media, marketing, and much much more.
Author Kristen Combs discussesalternative writing careers and ideas for publishing. Terrific questions and answers. Buy her book , 100 things to do in Knoxville before you die, online at amazon.com or at your local retail bookstore.
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Ep 122 Writing Works Wonders : Jim Hartsell, Author interview
Show Notes Ep 122 : Jim Hartsell, Author interview
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We know you will enjoy this entertaining and informative interview with author Jim Hartsell. Jim writes a series of books for adults called the Boone series. He also has a group of books for children. Tune in to hear us discuss a variety of topics including his books, diversity issues, marketing, independent publishing, and the writing craft. We know you will be pleased with this episode.
About Jim Hartsell
Like most of us, there are many descriptors that apply to me: husband, father, grandfather, voracious reader, and average hammer dulcimer player are a few of them. I also write, concentrating on Southern fiction and children’s books.
I have deep roots in East Tennessee; I’ve always lived here, and the farm my sister and I currently own has been in our family for five generations. My immediate family consists of my wife of 43 years, my two children, their spouses, and six grandchildren. My wife and I share our home on House Mountain with a cat and two shelter dogs.
My professional career was in education, working with teens in a variety of settings. The three decades I spent with teens who have been characterized by society as losers at best and dangerous at worst taught me much about resilience, strength, and bravery, and helped form the concept of the main character in the Boone series.
I have a beautiful family, all the necessities of life plus a few luxuries, a fine circle of friends, and time to write books, play music, and enjoy the moments as they present themselves one by one. By any measure that matters to me, I am a very wealthy man.
Jim Hartsell Contact info:
website: housemountainviews.com
Contains links to purchase books and listing of shows and signings
email: jim@housemountainviews.com
podcast: housemountainviews.podbean.com
Contains my reading of “Pushing Back,” the first book in the Boone series, and “Journey,” a novella (not for the easily offended)
Youtube: youtube.com/@housemountainviews9898
Contains videos of my first four children’s books as well as the video trailer for the Boone series
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Ep 121 Writing Works Wonders: Creative language, and cookies!!
Show Notes Ep 121. Creative language, and cookies!!
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Creativity at its best – Language, cookies, and debate! Join Cheryl and Kathyh, in this vibrant discussion with the Writing community about the use of language! from consonants, and vowels to pronouns and other word choices we cover the gamut of examples and opinions! The black and white cookie debate! The episode is round it out with a tasty treat of an activity, which includes black and white cookies. Don’t miss this creative celebration!
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EP 120 Writing Works Wonders: Linda Lael Miller, Guest Author
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The number one NewYorkTimes,BestSellingAuthor, Linda Lael Miller is our guest on Writing Works Wonders. Enjoy this exciting, informative and inspiring episode with our guest author. We also have a special guest cohost, Lisa Gilmartin, joins Cheryl for this interview.
About Linda Lael Miller
Linda Lael Miller is a #1 New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author of more than 100 historical and contemporary novels, most of which reflect her love of the West.
Raised in Northport, Washington, Linda pursued her wanderlust, living in London and Arizona and traveling the world before returning to the state of her birth to settle down on a horse property outside Spokane.
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Show Notes episode 119 community highlights and Carol Mackey interview
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enjoy this exciting episode as we interview one of our community members, Carol Mackey! Discover how she’s used poetry in an innovative manner to cultivate relationship with her grandson :-). Much more to learn as we explore her writing process and experiences with Writing Works Wonders. Enjoy the fabulous questions from our participants in the involvement of our community in this very special episode.
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Ep 118 Writing Works Wonders: Eloisa James Guest interview.
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Enjoy this tremendous episode with best selling author Eloisa James. A university professor of Shakespearean, drama, raped, romantic, historical fiction novels! Discover and learn her insights about writing, her advice about writing, and tremendous back stories about what is involved in writing historical fiction. This is one of our favorite episodes for learning so much for readers in writers.
For more details about her work visit her website at. EloisaiEloisaEloisaEloisa EloisaJames.com
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join us for a discussion in many questions about publishing trends, including audiobooks, and their benefits, anti-plagiarism, software, and more. This is an opportunity for our participants to ask questions and for the community to respond. Always a fun and interesting time as we have people from all over the world participate in these calls about the wonders of reading and writing.
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EP 116 : Writing Works Wonders: Tracie Peterson, award-winning author interview.u
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Enjoy this fabulous interview with Christian historical fiction author, a Tracie Peterson! This is a most inspiring interview, and she discusses her perspective on writing, her writing process and enjoys the interview with Cheryl and Kathy, as well as the many participants who greeted her. We know you will discover much about Tracie Peterson’s work, as well as the craft of writing and this very special 116th episode of Writing Works Wonders.
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listen into this fabulous open mic event. Authors, new, and experienced share their writing and insights. Always an exciting venture, Writing Works Wonders provides the opportunity to hear original work by authors who are visually impaired. Join in the creativity and laughter in episode 115!
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114 Writing Works Wonders Shari Hearn, and fanfiction
Enjoy this amazing episode with Shari Hearn, a fan fiction author. Learn all about her work as well as fanfiction, and the opportunities it provides for readers and writers alike! This episode is brought to you by Writing Works Wonders.
Shari Hearn is the author of the Miss Fortune World series. A book series set in the world of Jana DeLeon’s Miss Fortune Mystery Series. After starting her writing career in LA working on various sitcoms (as both a writer and a producer) she has moved onto writing novels. She has 14 books within the Miss Fortune World series published by J&R Fan Fiction, a publishing company owned by Jana DeLeon. With a debut in 2017 with the book Happy Birthday Marge, the Misfortune World Series has continued to grow. The series itself is a licensed fanfiction series written with the direct permission of Jana DeLeon.
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113 Writing Works Wonders: Sandra Brown interview.
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Enjoy this tremendous episode with our guest author number one, New York times best seller, Sandra Brown! Brown is the author of over 85 books, 75, which have been New York Times best sellers! With such a stellar record, you know this is going to be an exciting episode for readers and writers alike. Get an in-depth inside scoop on her latest book in this interview. She also answers questions about her writing process and research from the interviewers in the audience.
for more information about Sandra Brown, visit her website at www.sandrabrown.net
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Don’t miss this fairy favorite episode of Writing Works Wonders! Everybody loves the writers chat episodes, where we entertain questions from the audience about issues they face as writers, authors, and poets.
The fun then really begins as the participants join in responding from the vantage point of their varied experiences. The topics are wide ranging, Laughter, Abound, and Resources are introduced from all venues. Join in this insightful and inspiring episode!!
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EP 111 Writing Works Wonders: Round robin storytelling summer, 2023
Show Notes episode 111 summer 2023 round robin storytellin
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Enjoy the special brand of creativity and laughter that is only brought to you by the Writing Works Wonders community! It’s the summer 2023 round robin storytelling event! Join in the fun as we start with a story prompt, and then the gang takes it from there! Where we end up, nobody knows. This is a special edition as it has gone through audio production to provide special effect and extra giggles as well to the creativity that our participants share so generously with us in each round robin.
C Wie know you don’t want to miss the 2023 summer round robin phenomenon from Writing Works Wonders!
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Episode 110 Writing Works Wonders -anthologies and Marlene Mesot
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join this informative discussion as we discuss everything about Publishing, editing, and participating in anthologiesw. Our guest is Marlene Mesot, who is just published a new anthology. We have many questions from Kathy and Cheryl as well as from the audience. Don’t miss this exciting episode from Writing Works Wonders.
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enjoy this dynamic workshop about memoir writing as we continue the discussion from episode 106. Several participants share how they write memoir in different genres. Cheryl shares many strategies and tips as well. This is your place for inspiration, inspiration, and lots of fun as you cultivate your writing skills and motivation.
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EP108 Writing Works Wonders: STEPHEN A THEBERGE, Author interview
Show Notes episode 108 interview with sci-fi author, STEPHEN A THEBERGE
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We know you will enjoy this inspirational episode as we discuss a variety of topics with science fiction author, STEPHEN A THEBERGE. Not only do we discover the inside scoop about his several books, but we also explore the deeper meanings of Science Fiction to provide commentary about critical issues in every day life and society. From under represented communities to oppression, racism, and disability, what will pop up next in this discussion? Plenty of creativity, questions and insights are available in this action packed episode. We know you will enjoy the intergalactic journey with your friends at Writing Works Wonders.
ABOUT STEPHEN A THEBERGE
STEPHEN WAS BORN IN LEWISTON MAINE AND MOVED TO ATTLEBORO MASSACHUSETTS AS A CHILD. HE ATTENDED PERKINS SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND. HE EARNED HIS BACHELORS DEGREE AT RHODE ISLAND COLLEGE IN COMPUTER, SCIENCE AND ENGLISH LITERATURE. AS AN ENTREPRENEUR, HE WORKED IN DEVELOPING SOFTWARE FOR THE VISUALLY IMPAIRED. IN ADDITION TO HIS WORK, AS AN AUTHOR, HE. EARNS INCOME AS A USABILITY TESTER, AND ADA COMPLIANCE TESTER.
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Show Notes episode 106 Sandi Kimmel, interview, recording artist, singer, and author!
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We know you will enjoy this exciting episode with recording artist, song, writer, and author, SANDI Kimmel! Yes, something very different for Writing Works Wonders. Isn’t Store in episode 106. Do not miss the opportunity to enjoy her latest release in song as well as hear about her writing and inspiration across many genres. Encouragement, transformation, and inspiration are words for this episode, indeed.
About Sandi Kimmel.
Sandi takes her job as a Joy Maker and grief Overcomer, ery seriously. She uses every tool in her toolbox – her music, her voice, her writing and her heart – to introduce people to their own spiritual nature.
From her CD albums to storytelling and concerts, in 2005 she expanded to writing a short ook to support. and renew individuals as well as caregivers. This short volume has has been very well received and has sold over 80,000 copies.
Learn more about Sandi Kimmel, as well as find her CDs, short stories, and information about her book at sandikimmel.com.
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107 Writing Works Wonders Memoire Writing Workshop part one
Show Notes episode 107 Memoire Writing Workshop part one
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
Enjoy this writing workshop on the topic of memoir. Join in as Cheryl and Kathy introduce memoir, writing, using fiction and nonfiction, disclaimers, and then lead the group in crafting some memoir entries. You can follow along and do your own writing. Then listen to the participants as they read their entries! We also include a discussion of memoir, writing, resources, and favorite memories we have read. Another rich episode! As always, Laughter, Creativity, and Inspiration Abound in this episode of Writing Works Wonders.
Memoir resources
The art of memoir
Mary, KARR
Writing Memoir.
Joey Payne
Old Friend from Far Away: The Practice of Writing Memoir – , 2009. Natalie Goldberg.
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Ep 105 writing Works Wonders; Open Mic event May 2023
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
Enjoy this fabulous celebration of Writing Talent! Episode 105 Provides, another Writing Works Wonders open mic event recorded in May 2023 . This episode features, fantasy, science-fiction, Poetry, and much more.
Authors/Readers in order of appearance
Christine Amsden
Marlene Mesot
Annie Chiappetta
Carol Mackey
Abbie Johnson Taylor
Kathleen KING.
Patty Fletcher.
Jean Telino.
Debbie
Nora
Debbie
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EP 104 Writing Works Wonders: Christine Amsden guest author interview.
Show Notes episode 104, Guest, interview, award-winning, fantasy and sci-fi author, Christine Amsden
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
Award winning, popular, fantasy and science-fiction author, Christine Amsden was our guest on Writing Works Wonders for episode 104 . Christine Amsden is the author of nine award-winning fantasy and science fiction novels, including the Cassie Scot Series. ** She provided an insightful interview about writing with vision, loss, her ooks, process, writing, but also marketing, social media and more. listening to learn about some new books to read and super charge your creativity.**
About the Author ** (from her website) ** Christine Amsden is the author of nine award-winning fantasy and science fiction novels, including the popular mysteries, the Cassie Scot Series. Speculative fiction is fun, magical, and imaginative but Christine believes great speculative fiction is about real people defining themselves through extraordinary situations. She writes primarily about people, and it is in this way that she strives to make science fiction and fantasy meaningful for everyone.
In addition to writing, Christine is a freelance editor and political activist. Disability advocacy is of particular interest to her; she has a rare genetic eye condition called Stargardt Macular Degeneration and has been legally blind since the age of eighteen. In her free time, she enjoys role playing, board games, and a good cup of tea. She lives in the Kansas City area with her husband and two kids.
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Ep 103 Writing Works Wonders: Web design for authors
Show Notes episode 103 Web design for authors, Mini workshop, and book launch
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
Enjoy episode 103 for the exciting book launch and mini workshop about web design for authors and others who are visually impaired. This is a one-of-a-kind book focused on our community’s specific needs . Find out what you need to consider about the website, what to include, and the inns and outs of getting things set up. All of this is offered to our community and simple to understand non-technical language! The dynamic team of Cheryl and Kathy make sure of fulfilling that promise:-)
Celebrate the book launch and bring your questions. It is a fun time to learn some new strategies and perspectives.
🎉🎉 Now Available!
Web Design for Authors
By, Writing Works Wonders, Cheryl McNeil Fisher & Kathleen P. King
eBook & Large Print Formats
Looking for insight on how to use word press even if you’re visually impaired? Trying to figure out how to lay out a website to highlight your work as an author in your publications? What do you include? How do you tackle this huge project? You have found the resource that will help walk you through it step-by-step.
Special features!
This book specifically addresses using WordPress as the platform for design but can be used to guide you through any platform planning process.
Are you visually impaired? No problem Kathy and Cheryl walk you through the process with your needs in mind!
Written with step-by-step instructions, non-technical language, this book is sure to be a tremendous guide for many authors seeking to plan, design and build their own websites.
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Ep 102 Writing Works Wonders: Guest author, Peter Abrahams, a.k.a. SpencerQuinn
Show Notes episode 102 Guest author, Peter Abrahams, a.k.a. Spencer Quinn.
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
In this fast-paced episode, best selling author, Peter Abrahams aka Spencer Quinn is our guest on Writing Works Wonders . Don’t miss the opportunity to enjoy the author of the chat and Bernie series in addition to many other standalone books. Anyone who can write with a dog as a narrator, is sure to provide a fun and informative interview for readers and writers alike. insights on writing, alternate narration methods, and plenty of creativity and inspiration included in this episode!
About Peter Abrahams aka Spencer Quinn
As a boy, I read voraciously, almost anything I could get my hands on, but I enjoyed adventure stories the most. I wasn’t one of those unhappy kids who loses himself in books. I was a pretty happy kid who did it. We had a summer cottage in Quebec. My grandmother would come up on weekends, bringing me a kind of popcorn I liked and a stack of books. There would be famous ones, like Treasure Island, and not-so-famous ones, like Red Pete the Ruthless. I can still recall the last scene of that one – Red Pete, buried up to the neck between the high and low tide lines, surrounded by his stolen gold, waves lapping closer. **
Can’t you just hear the hiss of the bubbles?
I was also interested in words themselves. Probably like you, I hated to stop reading if I thought I’d pretty much understood a new word from the context, but some persnickety thing in me usually insisted I look it up. (“Persnickety,” for example, seems to derive from the Scots dialect. Nice to find out I’ve got some Scot in me, probably a surprise to my family.)
I began by writing stand-alones, meaning non-series novels – such as Lights Out, The Fan (filmed by Tony Scott, with a cast including Robert De Niro), Oblivion, and End of Story. It was during this period that Stephen King – uh-oh! I just came close to quoting from my own reviews. Wasn’t I brought up better than that?
A little later, I also started writing for younger readers, beginning with the Echo Falls series, centered around thirteen-year old Ingrid Levin-Hill. I took advantage of having four kids of my own – all that raw material! – plus the fact that, yes, I’d once been thirteen myself. Speaking of family – the most important thing in my life – my wife and children are the only people who read my books while they’re being written. I put each new chapter on the kitchen table, and any family member so inclined can read, comment, and even revise. No one holds back! The holding back gene didn’t catch on here.
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I live on Cape Cod with my wife – all the kids up and grown now – and dogs Audrey and Pearl. Dogs are a big part of our life and there’s no way I could have written Chet and Bernie without them. Audrey and Pearl are the kind of researchers writers dream of, showing up every day and working for treats. (information, copied from the Author website.)
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EP 101 Writing Works Wonders – Celebration and creative writing party
Show Notes episode 101 Celebration and creative writing party!
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King***
Join the fun and celebration of the 101 episode of Writing Works Wonders! Cheryl and Kathy share thanks and congratulations to say review the terrific advancements of the zoom call podcast and community.. As always, we quickly move on to the fun of creative writing with a variety of games and activities. Don’t miss an exciting episode where you’ll get plenty of ideas to stimulate and inspire your writing craft.
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Ep 100 Writing Works Wonders: Audiobook production, Guest Annie Donnellon Davis
Show Notes EP 100 Audiobook production, Guest Annie Donnellon Davis and her colleagues
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
Guest voice actor, and singer artist, Annie D. Davis, her producer and her voiceover coach will join us to talk about Annie’s work, and audiobook production.
How do you become a voice actor without sight? We know you will enjoy this exciting discussion and episode as we learn about the opportunities, details, and process of producing audiobooks and more. Annie is not only a voice actor, but also a singer and standup comedian. For more information, read the about Annie section below and visit her website.
Special feature! Cheryl and Annie will discuss the recording and production of Cheryl’s newest audiobook.
About Annie
Annie Donnellon holds a bachelor’s degree in Vocal Music Performance from Northern Kentucky University. For many years, people have often described her voice as joyful, lyrical, and upbeat—an ideal combination for the genres of religious inspiration, self-help, children’s, and literary fiction.
As an actor, Annie has been known to play the motherly roles: Marilla in “Anne Of Green Gables,” Constance in Lillian Hellman’s “The Autumn Garden,” and Titania, the fairy queen in Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” Her authoritative yet lyrical vocal qualities are well-suited for children’s and young adult literature.
Annie’s mission as a narrator is to give both children and young adults the thrilling audiobook experience that she herself received growing up. When not narrating audiobooks, Annie can be found cooking, writing, or doing a variety of exercises.
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Ep 99 Writing Works Wonders: Oorganizing our writing with just Author, Abbie Johnson Taylor,
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
Abbie Johnson Taylor, Cheryl and Kathy lead a discussion about organizing your writing projects. What an information and inspiration packed episode!
We tackle a frustrating topic for many new and experienced writers!!!! Abbie Johnson Taylor is our special guest to assist Cheryl and Kathy lead a discussion on organizing your writing project and using/creating a table of contents. Join us to hear our strategies and tricks AND to share your ideas in this special event! Learning and sharing are a fabulous combination. We all want to move our writing ahead, let; let’s help one another reach greater success. Listening to discover the variety of strategies used by many different authors. Special tips and tricks are included for organizing your writing, handling your files, and working with a table of contents. Whether you are a beginner, plotter, or a PANTS ER, you will discover something new in this episode.
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Ep 98 Writing Works Wonders: Guest Author, Margaret Mizushima
Show Notes Episode 98 Guest Author, Margaret Mizushima
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
What a special treat! An exciting interview with Margaret Mizushima! This accomplished author of the Timber Creek K9 mysteries series brings insight, laughter and encouragement to writers of all levels. Enjoy this episode as readers and writers ask questions and learn about what inspires her and how she has developed her craft of writing over her years of success.
About Margaret Mizushima
Margaret Mizushima is the author of the award-winning and internationally published Timber Creek K-9 Mysteries. Active within the writing community, Margaret serves as past president for the Rocky Mountain Chapter of Mystery Writers of America, was elected the 2019 Writer of the Year by Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers, and is also a member of Northern Colorado Writers, Sisters in Crime, and Women Writing the West. She and her husband recently moved from their home in Colorado to the Pacific Northwest.
Margaret was born in Kansas and grew up on cattle ranches in Texas and Colorado. Her childhood summers were spent either on horseback herding cows or nestled in the crook of a tree reading a library book..
Due to volunteer experiences in high school, she
pursued a degree in Speech Pathology, which she received from Colorado State University after completing her undergraduate degree at the University of Northern Colorado.
Later, she married a veterinarian, and they have two daughters. Margaret worked as a speech therapist in an acute care hospital before establishing her own agency.
After she sold her company, she decided to study the art and craft of fiction writing. What a wondrous world this opened up for me.
Margaret says, “Whereas before, I’d been driven by the science of speech, language, and communication disorders, I could now focus on artistic creativity with language. I could also use my years of experience working with people to create characters that readers seemed to enjoy. Since I’m an avid crime fiction reader and crime documentary watcher, mystery writing seemed like the way to go.”
In addition to reading, Margaret enjoys yoga and hiking in the Colorado high country.
Contact Margaret
She can be found on Facebook/AuthorMargaretMizushima,
Twitter @margmizu,
Instagram at margmizu,
and her website at www.MargaretMizushima.com
Other resources mentioned
Onion method
Golden motivation by Deborah Dixon
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Enjoy the first, dynamic Writers chat of 2023! We never know what topics will emerge during a writers chat, but we are always pleased and thrilled at the outcome. This episode exceeded our expectations! Learn and be inspired as the writing community at Writing Works Wonders shares questions and strategies for a host of different topics.
As writers, our work is often completed in isolation. Writing Works Wonders writers chat offer the opportunity to get feedback and support from others involved in the same endeavor. Join us and be part of the rich discussion and collaboration.
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Ep 96: Writing Works Wonders: Guest author and poet, Victoria Zigler
Show Notes episode 96, cast author and poet, Victoria Zigler
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
Zoomng in from Wales, we have a a very special guest author interview, Victoria Zigler. An ACB member, Tori will discuss her many short stories, books, and poetry writing, which span children’s stories, fantasy, science fiction and more. Toi understands the“pesky“ issues of editing or writing work, but she also has experienced loss of sight across her lifetime. Join us as we discuss her work, as well as the approaches and strategies she uses for success.
Based on her exciting life, we know this will be an informative and inspirational event! We look forward to you participating with us and bringing your questions.
About Victoria Zigler “Tori” (information adapted from her website)
Tori says, “I’m a blind vegan poet and children’s author, who was born and raised in the shadow of the Black Mountains of Wales, UK, spent some time living in Alberta, Canada, and Hastings, England, UK – returning to Wales in between.
“Despite spending far too much time in hospital, and eventually losing my sight to Congenital Glaucoma, I’ve been writing since I was old enough to know how, with no plans to stop any time soon. I have a long list of publications to my name, including several poetry collections, **manny children’s stories, a story in the sci-fi and fantasy anthology Wyrd Worlds II, three poems in the Poetry Treasures anthology, and a poem in the Stand Together charity anthology.
“Vegan due to both a love for animals and dairy allergy, as well as an Eclectic Pagan, I would describe myself as a combination of Hermione Granger and Luna Lovegood from the Harry Potter books: Hermione’s thirst for knowledge and love of books, combined with Luna’s wandering mind and alternative way of looking at the world. I have a wide variety of interests, designed to exercise both the creative and logical sides of my brain, which I dabble in at random depending on what I feel like doing at any given time, and am most likely to be found playing with my petkids, involved in calls with the ACB Community, curled up somewhere with a cup of tea and a book, working on some kind of craft project, or trying to keep one step ahead of those pesky typo fairies while writing my own books.”
Tori is now back to living in Wales, along with my Canadian husband, Kelly, and our petkids – a West Highland White Terrier named Lilie, a Cavapoo named Logan, and a Hermann’s Tortoise named Artemis.
Her books are available at Amazon, Barnes & Noble and smashwords.
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Ep 95 Writing Works Wonders: Setting Goals for Writers and Readers
Show Notes Episode 95 Setting Goals for Writers and Readers
Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King
Welcome to Writing Works Wonders. We are so pleased you are with us for our first episode of 2023! Setting goals for reading and writing with your friends!
Setting reading goals to inform us, educate and entertain!
Writing golds- short and long term so we can celebrate achievements along the way. You will thoroughly enjoy this episode, as the participants provide inspiration, encouragement and laughter with the wonderful perspectives they offer for the new year! Chart your own goals for reading and writing along with your community at Writing Works Wonders.
Resources mentioned in this episode
Magnets and Ladders online magazine
Breath and shadow publication
Submission grinder
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Ep 94 Writing Works Wonders: Retrospective Special for Writers
Show Notes Episode 94. Retrospective Event for Writers
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
In this very special edition of Writing Works Wonders, not only do we look back on 2022, but also enjoy trivia games and wordplay. Yes, we found a way to play “Don’t get me started!“
Discussion and insightsabout 2022 in the rearview mirror include,
Writing milestones
Book launches
Writing from grief
World events
Personal advancements
Writing inspiration from the podcast and community
Overcoming obstacles in writing
Adjustment to visual impairment
Coping with the challenges of learning and change
Best books we read
And mire!
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Ep 93 Writing Works Wonders Round Robin Storytelling 2022 Finale
Show Notes episode 93 2022 Round Robin Storytelling finale
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
How could we end 2022 without another round robin? This is the last one for 2022 ! We’re trying to incorporate some of the suggestions and insights we’ve learned across the past two years of round robin creativity and hilarity!
But wait! There’s more!
Listen to discover what Cheryl and Kathy unleash as a new variety of Round Robbins in this episode 93!
Yes this episode features one of our greatest hits — the Round Robin Storytelling episodes have become a phenomenon of their own. Not only do people enjoy participating, but also listening to these creek heat of improvisational storytelling events.
are you ready for the newest innovation? Sure you are! Click and listen now.
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Ep 92 Writing Works Wonders; Susan Mallery, #1 New York Times best-selling author!
Show Notes episode 92 Susan Mallery, Guest author interview
Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King
Incredible guest author interview; none other than the popular Susan Mallery joins us on Writing Works Wonders. Discover how to be a successful author!!
You might know Susan Mallery’s riveting women’s literature about relationships and real life situations from NLS/BARD, Audible, Amazon or your local library. Over 40 million copies of her books have been sold so far. This episode is packed with fun and learning!
Some of the topics you find in this episode as Susan shares insights and humorous stories include…
Her connection to the visually impaired community! What is her thunk satisfaction? How she changed careers? Her perspective on changes and experience and with publishing over the years. How to find and build your audience? How she involves her audience through social media? How did she find her focus, her own genre? What is her process for preparation, writing, etc.? Where does she find and how does she research her animal characters? Many more.
About Susan Mallery
Susan Mallery is the #1 New York Timesbestselling author of novels about the relationships that define women’s lives—family, friendship, romance. Library Journal says, “Mallery is the master of blending emotionally believable characters in realistic situations," and readers seem to agree—40 million copies of her books have sold worldwide. Her warm, humorous stories make the world a happier place to live. Susan grew up in California and now lives in Seattle with her husband. She’s passionate about animal welfare, especially that of the ragdoll cat and adorable poodle who think of her as mom
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Ep 91 Writing Works Wonders- Linda Scribner – Author Interview -From the Vault of Spotlight Spectaculars!
Show Notes Ep 91- Linda Scribner – Author Interview -From the Vault of Spotlight Spectaculars!
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
Welcome to this Writing Works Wonders’ landmark interview!
In this episode, we take you on some time travel and know you will enjoy this vibrant, popular episode from our Vault of Spotlight Spectaculars
We share this fun filled author interview with you because of the tremendous insight afforded by Linda Scribner. From living with visual impairment to writing her humorous memoir, there is some thing for everybody in this episode.
Linda is the author of the popular NLS Talking Book/BARD “I Can’t See With My Gloves On!” in this episode! While we learn about life with low vision and blindness, we will discover how and why Linda Garshwiler Scribner’s humorous short, moving essays about her journey are a favorite among our community! She’s just as fun in person as in print, all the while sharing insights about helping people cooe with vision loss.
Inspiration- Laughter – Supporr await you in episode 42. Added bonus in our writing oromot responses, how do authors encourage one another? Listen in!
BONUS 1 -MORE INSPIRATION
Enjoy our Writing Group & Writing Prompts! Writing Prompts and readings are at the end of the interview! Our podcast listeners are invited to participate as well. Visit our site and click Contact Us https://writingworkswonders.com/contactus/writing-prompts/
to post your resoonses to the writing prompts at any time! You may also receive them via email when you sign up for our weekly email/Zoom links.
BONUS 2 – BACKSTAGE WITH THE AUTHOR
What happens after the recording stops and we go off the air? Here is a glimpse into Writing Works Wonders’ Backstage! One of the benefits of being at the live recording is the after party! Enjoy some additional hilarity from our author Linda Scribner in this WWW Backstage segment.
No vision is required for this show AND it’s warm inside.
So, take off your gloves, and get ready to chuckle!!!
Resources for this Episode
Linda’s book is available through
NLS Talking Books / BARD, DBC17786
Libraries in Indiana and North Carolina
Directly through Linda for details
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Show Notes Ep 90 Writing Works Wonders: Open Mic 2022 Finale
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
Welcome to our final open mic event for 2022! We know you will thoroughly enjoy the tremendous talent packed into this episode for your listening pleasure.
Presenters are listed in the order of appearance in this episode.
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Marlene Mesot
Mysteries – list of books on her website
Available through Hoopla, overdrive, Amazon and
Web
Website: https://www.marlsmenagerie.com
Contact: Marl.Mesot@gmail.com
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Carol Mackey
Poetry
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Victoria "Tori" Zigler
Poet and children’s author
Keroberous Publishing http://www.zigler.co.uk
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Ep 89 writing Works Wonders – Holiday Book Celebration
It’s the Writing Works Wonders Holiday Book Celebration packed with incredible talent, new reading leads and gift ideas just in time for the holidays. We know you will enjoy the wide variety of writing available through the Writing Works Wonders community. Listen in and be amazed as we have everything from mystery, to non-fiction, children’s books, poetry, memoir and beyond! Detailed show notes on the website provide links and titles for you to be able to find each of these works which are mentioned in this episode. go to writingworkswonders.com and click episodes!
Author and Book Resources
Alice Massa
The Christmas Carriage and Other Writings of the Holiday Season,
by Alice Jane-Marie Massa
Victoria "Tori" Zigler
Poet and children’s author
Keroberous Publishing http://www.zigler.co.uk
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Kathleen P. King
Cohost of Writing Works Wonders, retired professor and prolific author of non-fiction books. Her first science fiction book is being edited now! Here are a few books that are of interest for our audience. These are all written in every day language and use scenarios frequently in order to make a fun, informative read on a variety of important topics that help us continue to grow in our lives as adults. From empowerment to technology, writing, and personal growth (transformative learning), this brief sampling of Kathy’s over 30 book titles reveal her broad range of expertise and interests.
The creative writing prompt journal written with Cheryl McNeil Fisher. Available on Amazon in large print, e-book and paper back.
Bringing transformative learning to life
Technology and innovation in adult learning. (available on book share)
The professors guide to taming technology! With Dr. Thomas Cox
Empowering women through literacy – with Dr. Mev Miller
Carol has had most of the poems published in the Avocet, Plum Tree Tavern and Magnets and Ladders. Each section starts with several haiku poems and longer selections. Each poem gives a persepctive of nature from a blind person.
The book is 55 pages in length.
You can read her work on the blog Blindontheliteside, traveling up and down the blind highway of life" Her blog can be found on wordpress.com
Amazon, Smashwords, Audible and NLS BARD and Bookshare links FOR BOOKS BY TITLE
All titles are listed on www.amazon.comand www.smashwords.com, additional format and buying links are added as indicated.
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Ep 88 Writing Works Wonders: Chris Abernathy Voice Actor Interview
Show Notes Episode 88 Chris Abernathy Voice Actor Interview
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
Professional, independent nook narrator and voice actor, Chris Abernathy is our terrific guest. In this compelling episode. From main stream commercials to book narration, find out what is involved in getting set up to engage and succeed in this career!
Check out Chris’s website at https://www.abernathyvoice.com… to hear some samples of his work and the wide breadth of areas he can be heard.
As always, this interview is a terrific, interactive experience in which everyone can participate by asking questions during the “Q&A” session space!
If you are a podcast listener, consider joining us Fridays at 1 pm Eastern in Zoom or Clubhouse.
Enjoy the Chris Abernathy interview.
About Chris
Chris Abernathy is an independent voice actor and book narrator/producer. He started his radio career at the age of 16 and became a program director at 22. That same year he took over as morning radio show host, replacing a well-known local personality who joined our top competitor, syndicated his
show and now broadcasts to well over 50 radio stations.
Nonetheless in Chris’s first ratings period competing against him chris doubled
The original show’s ratings.
In 2008 chris created a new opportunity, approaching a
broadcaster with an idea for a station that was simulcasting one of his other stations. In 2015 we won Alabama Radio Station of the Year with that station.
Since 2015, Chris has been self-employed, providing various
audio and video services including voice tracking radio
shows, narrating audiobooks, voiceovers for commercial
campaigns, hosting television programs and more.
Chris has now relocated to the Gulf Coast area. To learn more visit https://www.abernathyvoice.com/
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We know you will enjoy this Book Review Discussion among readers and writers at Writing Works Wonders!
it’s all about book reviews! compare your ideas and enjoy the lively discussion.
Why do readers and authors write book reviews?
What are they?
Where can we find and submit them?
And why bother with book reviews???
Plus— What are the benefits for readers and writers?
This is a terrific interactive discussion in which everyone can find something to learn!
Be prepared, because you never know where the conversation will go as we discuss favorite books, how we track our book reading, and many strategies and ideas about book reviews.
Do you have thoughts or feedback about this topic or other episodes?. Please email us at info@writingworkswonders.com We are always excited to hear from you and pleased to reply. We might even incorporate your ideas into a future show and mention your contribution.
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Ep 86 writing Works Wonders: Book Launch Extravaganza
Don’t miss this episode – Cheryl’s double feature book lunch and author discussion about book launches! Yes, it is a Book Launch Extravaganza!
Starting off with Cheryl’s two newest books, we know you will also enjoy this followup discussion of book launches on Writing Works Wonders. Not only will we learn about Cheryl‘s newest book releases, but also we will discuss what’s involved in and how to plan a book launch. Listen in to this virtual book launch experience for a new ideas and resources!
Featuring
Author Cheryl McNeil Fisher
Book launch for
History Mystery in Philadelphia
With Sammy, Cindy, and Friends
The Adventure of a Guide Dog
And
Hootim’ Holiday, Sister Shenanigan Series
About Cheryl McNeil Fisher
You are in for a real treat because Cheryl’s stories read with as much action, humor and intrigue as an adult book. Sister Shenanigans, The Adventures of a Guide Dog Team and Bolter & Lightning are her series books. She has published an authorized memoir titled Time Capsule. She is a public speaker who also tailors her workshops to the participants needs. She co-hosts the award-winning podcast, which she founded, Writing Works Wonders with Dr. Kathy King. Her philosophy is to Live Inspired Fully Everyday. Visit her accessible and remarkable website at: www.CherylMcNeilFisher.com. We also included Q&A time for both the discussion and the interview.
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Ep 85 Writing Works Wonders: Round Robin Character
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
Hot off the media editor, another round robin improvisation episode with the Writing Works Wonders game! What time works in character for the fall season. Listen to the readers and writers engage in this dynamic rating game. We begin with a story starter and then individual expense story on the spot. Where will it end? No one knows and there will be many twists and turns along the way!
Simultaneously boost your creativity with this episode, and erupt in giggles and laughter. If you fund inspiration or entertainment In this episode 85, check out our website at www.writingworkswonders.com and conduct a search for “round robin”. We have many more readt for your listening pleasure!
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Ep 84 Writing Works Wonders: Barbara Hinske Guest Athor
Show Notes Episode 84 Barbara Hinske Author Interview
Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King
Meet the Author! Barbara Hinske!
This is an exciting episode as we have the award-winning Barbara Hinske on Writing Works Wonders. Be ready to be inspired and laugh as we learn about her phenomenal career spanning law, writing, and a movie? Entertainment, inspiration, learning and excitement all packed in one episode!
**Barbara’s books include people with visual impairment, guide dogs, and many other themes. For those who have read her work, you know we’re in for a grand time! 🐶
Read on to learn more about this week’s guest author! **
Don’t miss this opportunity to listen in to your bibliophile friends on Writing Works Wonders.
About Barbara Hinske
Barbara is the USA Today bestselling author of the beloved Rosemont series, the Guiding Emily series, her sweet Christmas stories, and the mystery, thriller, and suspense novels in her "Who’s There?" collection.
She and her husband share their own Rosemont with two adorable and spoiled dogs. She is besotted with decorating, entertaining, cooking and gardening. Now that her novel The Christmas Club has been made into a Hallmark Channel movie, she is completely star-struck and thrilled to have her work on the screen.
Barbara Hinske is an attorney who recently left the practice of law to pursue her career as a full-time novelist. Her Guiding Emily series was conceived during a tour of The Foundation for Blind Children. She was inspired and moved by their mission and is donating half of her proceeds from the first book, Guiding Emily, to the Foundation
Resources
Website barbarahinske.com
email – bhinske@gmail.com
Books on Amazon, Bookshare and more
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Ep 83 Writing Works Wonders- Celebrating Writing Works Wonders’ Newest Award!
Show Notes Episode 83 Celebrating Writing Works Wonders’ Newest Award!
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
Join the Party!
Celebrate our award with guests, games, and laughter. ACB‘s Board of Publications recognized Cheryl, Kathy and Writing Works Wonders with the prestigious Vernon C. Henley Media award at the annual convention. Learn about the meaning of this achievement, nomination process, and join the celebration!
Members of the committee presented the award to Cheryl and Kathy on this call! Fun, games and memories to share! Don’t miss this terrific virtual party.
So put on your party hat and enjoy the Writing Works Wonders celebration.
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Ep 82 Writing Works Wonders: Larry Johnson, Guest Author
Show Notes Episode 83, Larry Johnson, author interview
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
Persistence is the theme! What a treat! Our guest author today is the adventurous and popular Larry Johnson. You might know Larry as a motivational speaker or through ACB, but there is much more behind the scenes, including books, an international radio disc jockey career and much much more. If you have read or listened to his book “Mexico by Touch,” you know you’re in for a lot of fun in this episode with our special guest author Larry Johnson. So put on your favorite earbuds, and get ready for a reading and writing adventure with your fellow bibliophile at …. Writing Works Wonders!
Topics include
-Handling rejection letters
-The role of humor in writing and advocacy
-Strategies to succeed in writing
-Publishing your work
-How to start motivational speaking
-Using existing comyent in wroting
-How to help peoples understand disability identity, independence and awareness
About Larry P. Johnson
Larry is a native of Chicago, graduate of Northwestern University’s School of Speech in Evanston, Illinois, with a Master’s in Latin American Studies, from La Universidad de las Americas in Mexico City.
His professional background includes:
• 22 years as a radio and television broadcaster in Mexico City, Chicago and San Antonio. He was the first blind newscaster on Mexican television.
• 32 years as a motivational speaker and workshop presenter .
• 21 years as a Human Resources manager with AT&T/Southwestern Bell.
He makes his home now in San Antonio, TX, enjoys travel, teaching, dancing, bowling and reading. He is the father of 6 children and grandfather of 21.
Author of
• Mexico By Touch: True Life Experiences of a Blind American Deejay.
• “You Can If You Think You Can, Rebound From Adversity and Follow Your Dreams”
• Inside My World, a personal memoir
• And That’s How I See It.
• Youtube channel on many topics
Links
-Contact Larry larjo1@prodigy.net
Youtube channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNzFBFK6XwilS-ucaDgiupQ
-Amazon books
-Search NLS Talking Books/BARD books “Johnson, Larry P.”
-BARD DB numbers two nooks
Mexico by touch: True life experiences of a blind American deejay DBC04882
You can if you think you can: rebound from adversity and follow your dreams : simple strategies to achieve success and happiness in your life DBC04881
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Ep 81 Writing Works Wonders: Exploring Self-Editing and Feedback
Show Notes Episode 81 Perspectives on Self-Editing Feedback
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
A lively discussion of strategies and perspectives on Self-Editing & Feedback!
Cheryl, Kathy and the Writing Works Wonders gang gathered to wrap their brains and heart around the topic of editing their work and preparing it for distribution! The conversation went in diverse directions as we learned from each other, posing questions, sharing frustrations, and gaining some insight. Listen in to be encouraged, entertained and perhaps discover new approaches.
Questions may include
What is your editing process?
Do you have particular types of editing you prefer?
When do you know your work is ready to for an editor?
What are some keys to recognizing colleagues who will provide constructive feedback in positive ways?
What do you look for it in Feedback?
What do you make sure to include in the feedback you provide other writers?
Questions from our participants!
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Ep 80 Writing Works Wonders: Elin Hilderbrand Book Discussion
Show Notes Episode 80 Elin Hilderbrand Book Discussion
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
Elin Hilderbrand
1 New York Times Best Selling Author
Enjoy this episode as we discuss Elin Hildebrand’s books. We also discussed other beach oriented and romance novels, reading preferences and writing strategies.
Booklovers gathered to discuss the work of Elin Hildebrand, the popular author of Nantucket -based romance novels and series. Tune into this exciting, informative experience for our readers and writers.
We also discussed other summer and beach reads – for instance, why do our participants enjoy them, and what do they look for in their selections
About Elin Hilderbrand
Hilderbrand’s first published story appeared in SEVENTEEN magazine in January of 1993. She’s a graduate of the Johns Hopkins University and the Iowa Writers Workshop. Elin lives on Nantucket year-round where she writes, exercises and cooks for her children. Follow Elin on Instagram @elinhilderbrand
Elin Hildebrand’s books are best-sellers in Amazon, Kindle & Audible.
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Ep 79 Writing Works Wonders: Kristin Allison Interview
Show Notes Episode 79, Book Narrator, Kristin Allison Interview
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
In this episode from our Spotlight Spectacular Vault, Cheryl and Kathy interview Kristin Allison, the popular book narrator and voice actor. There is so much to discover in this episode!
From Audible to Talking Books, today’s ubiquitous audiobooks- how are they recorded? Who are the narrators? And is the choice of narrator important to listeners?
In our digital world, audio books have made narrators critically important in our world of reading, and writing. As our guest this week on Writing Works Wonders, Kristin Allison shines light on the career choices, benefits, challenges and rewards of voice actors and narrators. Cheryl and Kathy provide an exciting interview with this popular, award winning voiceover actor to discover what authors need to know.
Participant Q&A reveals surprise information about Braille reading narrators! And our listeners demonstrate the impact and power of audiobook narrators in their lives! This episode was recorded as a live Zoom event and included participants from across the USA. To participate in future events subscribe to our WWW E-mail Alerts.
Join us as we pull back the curtain on the audiobook recording booth, in this special episode of Writing Works Wonders
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Ep 78 Writing Works Wonders: Guest Journalist and Author- Anthony Corona
Show Notes Episode 78 : Guest Journalist and Freelance Writer.- Anthony Corona
Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King
Turning the Tables on Podcaster Journalist & Freelance Writer, Anthony Corona
We have a very different guest author interview for you! We turn the tables on Anthony Corona; many enjoy his energetic interviewing skills on ACB Media’s Sunday Edition! Now, learn about his extensive and varied writing talent!
Anthony candidly discusses the evolution of his career and how he lost his site just six years ago leading to new directions for his work. Our discussion will include strategies for writing with visual impairment. We know we will find different approaches to writing and publishing processes based on his unique experiences.
What are you waiting for?
Listen in and what’s more share the link so others can enjoy this fabulous episode!
About Anthony Corona
You might know Anthony Corona as the dynamic host of ACB Media’s Sunday Edition, but do you know about his writing career? Anthony is a former East Coast entertainment editor for the Associated Press and freelance writer.
Recently, in July 2022, Anthony received the Ned Friedman Excellence in Writing Award from ACB’s Board of Publications!
Anthony became visually impaired later in life and in addition to adjusting to the many related changes, he re-created his career. Currently , he serves as Secretary for ACB’s BPI, Chair of FCB’s government committee, and on several national ACB committees. His interests include writing, music, volunteering, and much more. Anthony currently lives in Florida
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Ep 76 Writing Works Wonders, Summer 2022 Round Robin Storytelling
Show Notes EPISODE 76 Summer Round Robin Storytelling Event
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
Creativity Boosting! Improvisation Hilarity and Community!
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Yes, you know it, it’s the Summer Round Robin Storytelling Event**
Whether you were a participant or spectator, everyone enjoys Writing Works Wonders’ exhilarating round robin storytelling events. Part improvisation, part collaborative storytelling, and all imagination, these experiences have become a phenomenon of their own. ****
We never know where the story will go! Don’t miss a chance to enjoy the fun and creativity. Listening and share this episode with a friend.
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Ep 75 Writing Works Wonders: Catherine Coulter Guest Author
Show Notes Episode 75 Catherine Coulter Guest Author
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
In this episode, insights, laughter and insights about the writing and reading processes abound. Writing Works Wonders proudly presents this dynamic, informative and joyful interview with the highly acclaimed author, Catherine Coulter! Join in this exciting episode as we explore her successful career, revelations about her writing, and talent in creating cross-genre best sellers.
About Catherine Coulter
Catherine earned her Master’s degree in early 19th century European History from Boston College. She became a speechwriter on Wall Street, then, to her joy, she was able to quit her day job and become a full-time writer. To date, Catherine’s written 90 books, almost every one a New York Times bestseller. Her wildly popular FBI series now includes Reckoning, the 26th thriller, released on August 2, 2022. Catherine loves to travel, never misses Warrior basketball with Stephen Curry, and has never met a taco she didn’t like. She and her husband live in the beautiful San Francisco Bay Area.
• Catherine Coulter‘s books are listed as best-sellers on Amazon, Kindle, and as most-read in NLS Talking Books/BARD.
• Catherine is widely recognized as the talented fiction author of historical romance as well as FBI suspense!
• Sample titles of Catherine’s books include,
o Riptide
o Blindside
o Knockout
o Reckoning
o Legacy series
o The Victorian San Francisco series
o 90 books published so far!
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Ep 74 Writing Works Wonders: Storyworlds Creation Workshop and Discussion
Show Notes Storyworlds Creation Workshop and Discussion
**Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King
Enjoy this landmark discussion to explore the in’s and out’s of world building!
Discover new ideas for crafting the worlds that encompass your fiction writing projects. You might call it creating storyworlds or world building. Hear questions, answers, and suggestions about creating and tracking your fictional world development!
From creating, to organizing and tracking World Building, we plan to cover the landscape of approaches, frameworks, strategies and tricks used by our different writers.
Buckle up buttercup and join your bibliophile friends on this episode of Writing Works Wonders.
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From poems to book excerpts, commercial jingles to nursery rhymes revamped, this episode presents Writing Works Wonders’ SUMMER 2022 OPEN MIC Celebration! We know you will enjoy the fun and entertainment as we explore the vast and varied talent of our extended community of writers!
So hold onto your earbuds and prepare to be WOWed by poetry, fantasy, science fiction, memoirs, Mystery, humor, and ANYTHING that includes words!
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Ep 72 Writing Works Wonders: Amanda Cabot , Guest Author Interview
Show Notes Episode 72, Guest Author Interview Amanda Cabot
Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King
AMANDA CABOT
Master Author of Inspirational Books/Romance
Enjoy this opportunity to hear Amanda Cabot, the popular author of inspirationa fiction, romance novels, and trilogy series.
Discover insights on writing process and strategies! Wonderful discussion with her readers and encouragement for author. Read below about Amanda‘s diverse background and wonderful humorous perspective on writing and you will know this interview is a delightful experience for our listeners!
• Amanda Cabot’s books are listed as best-sellers in Amazon, Kindle, and as most-read in NLS Talking Books/BARD.
• Amanda is widely acclaimed for her romance trilogy series of which she has published 36. She also writes other freestanding novels.
• A few of Amanda‘s trilogy titles include,
o Cimarron Creek
o Mesquite Springs
o Texas Crossroads
Amanda says,
“At least in my mind, it’s only a small step from being an avid reader to wanting to be an author. From the time I was seven, I was convinced I should be a writer. The type of writing varied with the seasons. For a few months I fancied myself a playwright. Fortunately the teachers in my elementary school indulged me, and my class produced my two plays: "All About Thermometers" and "Hawaii." Neither, I am happy to report, made its way to Broadway.
When I graduated from college, I took a "temporary" job as a computer programmer. Although it hadn’t been part of my plan, that turned into a permanent career in Information Technology.
Along the way, I’ve had a chance to do a lot of writing, including four technical books and what I describe as "enough technical articles to cure insomnia in a medium-sized city." (My budgets were also considered to be works of fiction.) Now, though, I’m able to write full time, and for the first time, all I’m writing is fiction.
When people ask why I write, the answer is simple: it’s part of who I am and who I was meant to be.”
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Ep 71 Writing Works Wonders: Round Robin Storytelling Medley Extravaganza
Show Notes Episode 71 Round Robin Medley Extravaganza
Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King
In this Round Robin Storytelling Medley Extravaganza, we take you with us in time travel and know you will enjoy this hilarious, informative, and popular episode from the Writing Works Wonders Vault of Spotlight Spectaculars!
This special episode is a curated medley of some of our very best round robin storytelling improvisational events. It includes some of our very favorite round robins from our first foray into this creativity energizing format as well as selected favorites hand picked from other events. And for your listening pleasure, we have remastered and edited the recordings to create a stellar round robin medley. **
At the beginning of this episode we explain how round robins collaborative writing techniques are used by authors. We also explain how we conduct them. There are many possibilities available to use this creativity generating format with writing groups, friends and family
So put on your virtual space helmet, and buckle up buttercup as Writing Works Wonders travel machine touches down across 2021 and 2022 for this Round Robin Storytelling Medley Extravaganza.**
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Ep 70 Writing Works Wonders- Open Mic Poetry- From the Vault of Spotlight Spectaculars!
Show Notes Episode 70 Open Mic Poetry- From the Vault of Spotlight Spectaculars!
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
Welcome to this Writing Works Wonders’ landmark event!
In this episode, we take you on some time travel and know you will enjoy this vibrant, popular episode from our Vault of Spotlight Spectaculars!
This was our first Writing Works Wonders open mic event and it highlighted poetry as the genre.
And just for our listeners’ pleasure, we have remastered and edited the recording to make it even better than before.
This open mic was originally recorded on JUNE 4, 2021
Enjoy this Celebration of Poetry— over 18 poetry readers and many more poems, limericks, haiku, and more. We had so many contributors, we had to split the recording into two episodes! Poets, poetry writers and lovers of poetry will all enjoy this melange of poetry.
Our Poets and Readers
Abbie Johnson Taylor ~ Jean Philipson-Zeeb ~ Cachet Wells ~ DeAnna Quietwater Noriega ~ Christine Diaz ~ Annie Davis ~ Nancy B. Davis ~ Jael Espinal ~ Ann Chiappetta ~ Christine Diaz ~ Tony Lewis ~ Valerie Ries-Lerman ~ Marlene Mesot ~ Julie Russell ~ Mary Hiland ~ Edmund Fletcher ~ Doug Nash ~ Judith Viorst
Listen to this exciting celebration of poetry and our poets!
And don’t miss our next special event and other Open Mic Readings.
This Open Mic Poetry Reading was recorded on June 4, 2021 as a special event sponsored by Writing Works Wonders and hosted by ACB Community.
We know you will revel in the original talent celebrated in this recording.
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Ep 69 Writing Works Wonders: Guest Author: Jodi Thomas
Show Notes Episode 69 Author Interview: Jodi Thomas
Cohosts, Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Dr. Kathleen P. King
In this episode from our Spotlight Spectacular Vault, Cheryl and Kathy interview New York Times best selling author, Jodi Thomas. She is reknown as the prolific author of many, popular series of women’s and historical fiction. We know you will enjoy gaining keen insight from this accomplished, generous author. The show notes provide the materials mentioned as well the interview topics. By the way, our listeners who are visually impaired can find most of Jodi’s books on Amazon, Audible, and NLS Talking Books/BARD.
Jodi Thomas shares her creative inspiration, writing process insight into time management, and love of storytelling.
Developing characters
Cultivating creative inspiration (See “Author video” below)
Writing process
Continuing to grow as an author
Overcoming challenges in writing
Organizing writing projects
Deciding to delegate tasks
Incorporating readers’ feedback
Q & A
Developing the imagination
Reflecting on the benfits of a publisher versus independent/self- publishing
Dr. Kathleen P. King – Author, Author Coach, Speaker and Professor (Ret.) https://www.transformationed.com/ Interested in technology and adult learning? Check out Dr. King’s newest book from Wiley: http://bit.ly/King2017
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Ep 68 Writing Works Wonders: Mastering Titles & Outlines
Show Notes Episode 68 – Master the Mysteries of Titles & Outlines
Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King
Listen in to this dynamic discussion among new and experienced writers regarding how they develop and use titles and outlines in their writing across different genres.
The strategies, techniques and tips offered and discussed included
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Ep 67 Writing Works Wonders – Writer’s Chat Treasure Trove
** Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
Yes, because it was so successful, we are now calling this episode the first Writing Works Wonders‘ Writer’s Chat Treasure Trove! Enjoy this very special show as we held our inaugural writers chat on Writing Works Wonders! Participants shared their questions and answers about all aspects of writing, editing, and publishing.
Sharing, Learning and New Opportunities Await You in this Episode!
Listen in as fellow writers field questions, and then pool experience, strategies, resources and thoughts together to support one another.
Sample topics we discussed included
How to get started with our writing.
How to handle the editing and publishing process.
How to develop new ideas.
What are good platforms to use for author newsletters?
And many more topics…
Don’t miss this open forum and the extraordinary variety of insights and experience of our Writing Works Wonders community.
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Ep 66- Writing Works Wonders – Brian Freeman, Guest Author- Bourne Series and More
Episode 66 Show Notes – Brian Freeman, Bourne Series Author
Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King
In this exciting episode, , meet the author Brian Freeman, master author of suspense fiction, psychological thrillers, mystery and detective stories as he shares new insight about his writing approaches.
You’re invited to enjoy this energizing, fun and profound interview with Brian Freeman on Writing Works Wonders!
What a terrific opportunity and pleasure to share this Writing Works Wonders interview with the award-winning author of the Jonathan Stride series and new author of the Jason Bourne series! Discover the inspiration and secrets behind his riveting, popular series of mystery and suspense fiction and psychological thrillers. This interview offers a very different experience for our readers and writers!
• How does he craft such compelling fiction?
• What inspires his storylines?
• What is it like to assume the mantel of the famous Jason Bourne series?
Brian Freeman’s books are listed as best-sellers in Amazon, Kindle, and as most-read in NLS Talking Books/BARD (over 25 listings in BARD).
Brian’s work is widely acclaimed for his “you are there” settings and his complex, engaging characters and twist-filled plots.
About Brian Freeman
Brian is a New York Times bestselling author of psychological thrillers sold in 46 countries and 23 languages. He is widely acclaimed for his “you are there” settings and his complex, engaging characters and twist-filled plots. Brian’s novel SPILLED BLOOD won the award for Best Hardcover Novel in the annual Thriller Awards given out by the International Thriller Writers organization, and his novel THE DEEP, DEEP SNOW was a finalist for the Edgar Award for Best Paperback Original. He was selected as the author to continue Robert Ludlum’s Jason Bourne series, and his first Bourne novel THE BOURNE EVOLUTION was named one of the Best Mysteries and Thrillers of 2020 by Kirkus Reviews. (This description is quoted from Brian Freeman‘s website.
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Ep 65- The Writing Works Wonders Creative Writing Prompt Journal – Companion Episode
Show Notes – The Writing Works Wonders Creative Writing Prompt Journal Companion
Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King
Here it is! The inside scoop about the Writing Works Wonders creative writing prompt journal! Cheryl and Kathy provide and exciting discussion in many insights about how to use this wonderful creativity booster. Listen in as they talk about what is in the Creative Writing Prompt Journal, the many ways it can be used, and how many riders are benefiting from these writing prompts already! We hope this episode not only provides an introduction to the book, but also a powerful companion for those who are using the writing prompt journal.
The “Writing Works Wonders Creative Writing Prompt Journal”
Available in both ebook and large print paperback.
The paperback is Large Print with bold lines for your writing pleasure.
75 prompts/160 pages.
The ebook edition is set up so that each prompt is on a single page. This feature allows you to add a bookmark. Then return to your notebook, journal, computer, mobile or braille device to write your response.
As visually impaired authors, Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King know what works and what doesn’t. The goal is to create books that are user friendly to the visually impaired community.
Whether your vision is 20/20, 20/200 or beyond, you will enjoy the magic of writing within this book.
eBook – $5.99 —- Large Print – $12.99
Please note, proceeds from the sale of this book will help support the Writing Works Wonders Podcast. Thank you for your support!
As always our focus is on encouraging and inspiring your writing so that you can enjoy the wonders of writing.
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Ep 64- Writing Works Wonders: The Art of the Short Story Part Two
Ep 64- Show Notes : The Art of the Short Story Part Two
Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King
Enjoy this Interactive Session about Writing Short Storie
Join us to continue building skills and sharing strategies for writing short stories! We work with the writing prompt building a short story and share helpful and fun exercises and more. Join us to participate, learn, laugh, and share your insights as well.
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Ep 63 Writing Works Wonders: Memoir Discussion with Jane Toleno & Cheryl McNeil Fisher
Episode 63, Show Notes Memoir Discussion with Authors Jane Toleno & Cheryl McNeil Fisher
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
Explore memoir writing with Writing Works Wonders! First, we conduct a brief interview with Jane Toleno regarding her memoir, “BlindSight: Come and See” and Cheryl regarding her children’s book series that include memoir and her adult memoir entitled “Time Capsule.”
The next section of the episode includes an engaging engage interactive discussion about what is involved in writing a memoir.
Topics will include
• What is usually meant by memoir? And what point of view is used in memoir?
• How is memoir different from biography and autobiography?
• How may you begin your memoir?
• Ways to organize your memoir.
• Why and how to identify your audience.
About Jane Toleno
In 1947, Jane Toleno and her twin sister were placed in incubation immediately after birth. Too much oxygen was allowed to filter into their incubators and both twins lost their eyesight. Her book, “BlindSight: Come and See,” poignantly describes living with blindness in an often short-sighted world. Toleno expounds on the spiritual, physical, mental, emotional and social challenges of living blind.
Jane has become a regular and valued participant of the Writing Works Wonders Zoom call.
About Cheryl McNeil Fisher
Not only an author, for over 25 years Cheryl has been a national motivational speaker and workshop leader. She inspires audiences and readers to discover the strength to face setbacks, and reach their dreams.
Both in her career and volunteer work, Cheryl advocates for children and adults with a full spectrum of differently special traits.
Her publications range from fiction to nonfiction. Her creative children’s books nurture imagination, goodness, kindness, and thankfulness, while introducing the lifestyles of differently abled people. Audiences benefit from Cheryl’s counseling background through her positive, supportive perspective. Cheryl lives in the Hudson Valley area of NY.
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Ep 62 Writing Works Wonders: Sharon Sala Guest Author
** Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
SHARON SALA, Highly acclaimed nod popular author!
Romantic Suspense, Mystery, Historical Fiction and more!
Through this podcast, Writing Works Wonders proudly provides the opportunity for you to meet Sharon Sala, the award -winning author of many series and self standing novels across several genres. She is an amazingly creative and prolific writer and has much to share about her life as an author, and the development of her stories.
You might know Sharon Sala for her inspirational books, novels, or other series as over 49 of them are on NLS/BARD. Here are a few book and series titles.
The Jigsaw Files series
**Blessings, Georgia series **
**36 Hours series **
**Going, Gone **
**A Rainbow above Us **
** A Field of Poppies **
**The Light Within **
About Sharon Sala
Sharon Sala is a Native Oklahoman and still lives within a two hour drive of where she was born. First published in 1991, she is a New York Times/USA Today, bestselling author with 132 plus books published in seven different genres, including Romantic Suspense, Mystery, Young Adult, Western, Fiction, Women’s Fiction and Non-Fiction.
With two great-grandmothers of Native American descent on her father’s side of the family, one belonging to the Cherokee tribe, and the other a member of the Cree Tribe, she has followed the path of a storyteller, and considers it her gift from Spirit.
Most of her stories come first to her as dreams, which then become the books she writes. (From Sharon’s website)
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Ep 61- Writing Works Wonders: The Art of the Short Story Part One
Show Notes The Art of the Short Story Part One- Workshop and Discussion
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
** enjoy this dynamic episode as we explore types of short fiction and so very much more y. The community discusses how to write, how to cultivate ideas, and where to submit your work! We also participate in an activity with a short story starter. See if you can match your wits with the participants
This episode is the first of a two part series. Part Two will be held on May 20th.**
Topics include:
Short story key points
Types of short stories.
Potential publishing outlets.
Possibly make money writing short stories.
**Exercise to develop ideas for writing. **
Don’t mess r Part 2 May 20, 2022, The Art of the Short Story, Part two
Working with your short story, exercises, point of view opportunities and more!
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Ep 60- Writing Works Wonders:- Anniversary Celebration – The Inside Story!
Show Notes Episode 60- Behind the Scenes at Writing Works Wonders Revealed at the Anniversary Celebration
Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King
Cheryl and Kathy’s Anniversary Party!
Enjoy this Fun and Inspiring Event 🥳👏🏻🤠😎
Are you ready for this??
This was our first-ever anniversary show for the dynamic duo of Writing Works Wonders! Yes, Cheryl and Kathy have been co-facilitating the show for a year! Discover the inside story. It’s a party, so of course there are food, activities, and party games!
Newsflash! Ourparticipants surprised us as they shared the inspiration and experience they enjoy through Writing Works Wonders. Share your comments via email or on the website. How has Writing Works Wonders helped you?
Here are some examples of what you will discover in this episode.
What’s been happening behind the scenes?
What lies ahead?
We hope you will join us, and share what has happened in ALL our lives this past year as readers and writers?
Q & A – What do you want to know about the podcast or our team?
From Cheryl and Kathy – Thank you for everyone for making this show a success; we look forward to many more years! And a big thank you to our technical host, Channelle Allen who is with us almost every week! Also, appreciation to our intern Sara and the many streamers who all help make the show possible! Finally, thank you to everyone who listens to our podcast and those who participate in the Zoom call. We do this for each of you.
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Ep 59 Writing Works Wonders: Andrew Child, Guest Author – Jack Reacher Series!!
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
You know you’re in for some thing unusual when Jack reacher is in town! Well OK, not quite Jack himself, but it’s one of his authors! Yes, it’s the same Jack reacher you know from Amazon Prime TV show and the book series.
A rare author interview as we host Andrew Child aka Andrew Grant as our guest author on Writing Works Wonders. Enjoy this episode as he shares the inside perspective of the Jack Reacher series as well as the writer’s life and process! What a terrific exchange of ideas as Andrew transparently describes workspaces, daily routines and collaboration on this best-selling series with Lee Child. Prior to this partnership, Andrew was already a successful author of suspense fiction including several novels and series.
Have you heard of the Peter McGrath series or Detective Cooper Devereux series?
Well, they’re both by Andrew Grant. Listen in to discover how he has created and sustained these intriguing and highly acclaimed best sellers And answers to other questions including…
• What’s the story behind the transition from Lee Child to Andrew Child/Grant as author of the Jack Reacher series?
• How are Lea and Andrew related?
• What worked and what didn’t in the collaborative transition?
What are the benefits of living on a wildlife preserve when you’re an author?
How do authors who are married coexist successfully?
What are Andrew’s recommendations for authors new and experienced?
And many more insights ….
About Andrew Grant
Andrew Grant is the author of RUN, False Positive, and False Friend. He was born in Birmingham, England. He attended the University of Sheffield, where he studied English literature and drama. He ran a small independent theater company, and subsequently worked in the telecommunications industry for fifteen years. Grant and his wife, the novelist Tasha Alexander, live on a wildlife preserve in Wyoming. (From his website.)
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Ep 58 Writing Works Wonders: Round Robin Story Telling Fun.
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
ENJOY COLLABORATIVE STORYTELLING
Don’t miss the fun this creativity filled episode, as we exercise our spontaneous imaginations in Round Robin Storytelling, Writing Works Wonders style. If you want to laugh, this is the episode! If you need inspiration to kick up your creativity to a new level, this is the episode! Follow along, pause the recording and add your own segment, Fire- up your improvisational skills as you listen to your fellow readers and writers during Writing Works Wonders’ round robin storytelling time.
How does it work? Kathy or Cheryl starts off with a brief story starter, just a few sentences. The first person who has raised his or her hand, continues the story. The next person takes the story further. And on we go around the virtual circle of raised hands. Watch out, because there will always be twisters thrown in to add some excitement to the story! We never know where the story will progressed to and we will wind up! Our creativity takes us in a new direction every time. What a wonderful event to enjoy each other and our imaginations.
Join us next time to participate in the loge Zoom call and be part of the creative process.
Special Announcement
and Kathy Check out the first book published by Writing Works Wonders! Cheryl and Kathy have combined their efforts to bring to you the Writing Works Wonders Creativity Writing Prompt Journal. You’re able to purchase this via Amazon in e-book or large print formats.
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Ep 57- Writing Works Wonders – National Poetry Month
Show Notes Ep 57 National Poetry Month Discussion!
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
We know you will enjoy the fun and entertainment as we share experiences reading and writing poetry today! We are welcoming in April’s national poetry month.
This discussion covers the gambit for our listeners and participants- from poetry readers, aspiring poets, casual poets to published poets.
Get ready for another episode full of learning, laughter and new ideas for readers and writers.
Favorite Poets and Sources
Billy collins
Poet laureates’s anthology (NLS/BARD)
Weekly Avocet
Joy Harjo current poet laureate
Choice magazine
Maya Angelou
Marge Percey
Longfellow
George Bilger
Types of Poetry to Explore
Free-verse
Ballads
Limericks
Haiku
Sonnets
Rhyming’
Syllable count’
Unconventional
Inspirational
Creative Writing Prompt Journal from Writing Works Wonders
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Show Notes 56 Author Interview and Reading for Writers
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
Accomplished author and popular ACB Community Book Club leader, Dr. Tabitha Kenlon joined us from Dublin Ireland! Our topic was “Book clubs and Reading for readers and writers!” We tapped her for a brief interview about her book related to women’s studies. And then we focus on insights include what we as writers can learn from analyzing what we read, and much more…
About Dr. Tabitha Kenlon Tabitha is part of our ACB Community, and has a very exciting career! She is the author of “Conduct Books and the History of the Ideal Woman,” which is now available as a Kindle book. Tabitha leads two very popular ACB Community Book Clubs, and is a former professor. She earned her PhD in English Literature from Northeastern University and is now pursuing her second master’s degree in International Relations at University College in Dublin, Ireland.
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Ep 55 -Writing Works Wonders: Open Mic, March 2022
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
OPEN MIC CELEBRATING ALL FORMS OF WRITING!8
Fiction, Essays, Poetry, Short Stories, and More!
Enjoy this episode to celebrate the talent of our writers from around the globe! We have a terrific lineup of writers for your discovery and listening pleasure.
This program includes aspiring writers and published authors. It is a fantastic way to enjoy original literature from the comfort of your podcast connection!
For maximum participation, each writer was limited to five minutes, please use the details below to learn about more their work!
Readers/authors and listed in order of the readings on the recording.
1 Marlene Mesot
Email marl.mesot@gmail.com
Web address https://www.marlsmenagerie.com
Two poems
Word Growth Ballad
Phonetic Fun
14 Cheryl McNeil Fisher
Url https://www.cherylmcneilfisher.com
Excerpt from her book. “Apple Batter Up,”upcoming release Fall 2022.
Narrator is Annie D Davis
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Ep 54 Writing Works Wonders- Longmire – Craig Johnson Interview
Episode 54 Show Notes for our Craig Johnson Interview
Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King
Don your cowboy hat and saddle up your pony, it’s Longmire time!!
In March 2022, Writing Works Wonders hosted Craig Johnson, the New York Times best-selling author and creator of the Longmire Netflix original series, as our spectacular guest! You might already know that the Netflix shows are based on his Western crime books. In this episode, Craig reveals just how popular the Longmire Series, set in Wyoming, has been for several years!
Don’t miss this terrific interview as Craig Johnson, discusses his writing, characters, background research and dreams in this intriguing interview with Cheryl and Kathy.
You will also hear him respond to several audience participants’ questions as they engage with him!
All readers and writers are bound to gain insights into how he creates his enthralling Wyoming-based crime detective mysteries, script development and production television industry, and more.
Craig Johnson is the New York Times bestselling author of the Longmire mysteries, the basis for the hit Netflix original series Longmire. He is the recipient of the Western Writers of America Spur Award for fiction, and his novella Spirit of Steamboat was the first One Book Wyoming selection. He lives in Ucross, Wyoming, population twenty-five.
(Quoted from the author’s website)
Craig Johnson Books Available
Most resellers including Amazon, Audible, Barnes and Noble.
** NLS Talking Books and BARD – more than 20 books available**
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Ep 53 Writing Works Wonders – Meet the Editors- Submit Your Work!
Show Notes Episode 53- Conversation with Panel of Editors
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
In this episode, the Writing Works Wonders community meets the editors of several newsletters.
You will discover answers to these and other questions as you listen to episode 53.
What types of articles are they looking for?
How do you submit your article?
What is the process when I submit my article for possible publication?
What can I expect during the editing and publication process?
Our fabulous panel includes the editors and representatives of Dots and Dashes, The Braille Forum, FCB White Cane Bulletin, and CCLVI’s Vision Access. Discover the opportunities for you to supply the articles they need!
The session begins with a short discussion among the panelists and then opens for question and answer with our participants.
Whether you have published before or not, this is a great episode to gain more encouragement! Don’t miss the opportunity to learn what future possibilities await you.
Editors Contact Information
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The Braille Forum (ACB) and e-Forum Dots and Dashes (ACB)**
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Ep 52 Writing Works Wonders- Journaling for Writers
** Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
The power of journaling for aspiring writers and published authors alike!
Self-Expression
Idea Exploration
Skills Development
Creativity Cultivation
Personal Growth and Healing
And More
Whether on paper, or computer; call it a journal or writing notes. It’s all part of the buzz. Explore the possibilities with us, and share your ideas as well.
In this episode you discover and compare your experiences…
What types =of journals have our participants/you used?
Which is their/your favorite type of journals to keep?
What devices or tools do they/you use for journaling?
Have they/you ever kept more than one journal?
Strategies for all of us to continue journals to advance our writing skills!
Adventurous opportunities for writers of all levels, from aspiring to experienced and published. Activities, Q&A, and, of course, fun. They are packed in every episode! Listen now.
Books on Journaling- Resources for this Episdoe
Writing Down the Bones, Natalie Goldberg
Bird by Bird, Ann Lamott
The Artist’s Eay, Cameron
Writing Alone, Together, Cutler
** Upcoming – Creative Writing Prompt Journal from Writing Works Wonders. Coming soon!
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Ep 51, Writing Works Wonders – Round Robin Mid-Winter 2022
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
IT’S BEING CALLED “A Phenomenon!”
Writing Works Wonders’ Round Robin Storytelling?
Spontaneous Creativity
Positive Energy
Collaborative Story Develooment
Laughter and Celebration
You’ve been waiting for it! It’s another Round Robin:-) Join us for the fun, creativity, and community of improvisation and storytelling all rolled into one experience.
If you have not encountered it yet, you might wonder what is a round robin storytelling?
We start with the beginning of the story.
Then we go to the first person in the Zoom room who has raised their hand.
That person continues the story very briefly.
We continue to go around the Zoom room to see how the story develops next.
Watch out! The unexpected will always happen!
No previous writing or storytelling experience is required 🙂
What a terrific way to start your weekend! Be prepared for energy surges and creativity boosts to abound! In addition, such effects could be long lasting.
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Ep 50, Writing Works Wonders – Rhys Bowen – Master of Mystery & Historical Fiction
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
Are you ready for maximum writing and reading inspiration and encouragement? Listen to discover answers to these quesrions and much more.
Where does best-selling author Rhys Bowen obtain ideas for her novels?
How does she juggle they many details of her fictional worlds?
And what’s involved in Bowen’s historical fiction research?
Writing Works Wonders proudly presents a compelling interview with Rhys Bowen, the author of the Molly Murphy series and so much more! In this episode, discover the inspiration and secrets behind her award-winning, popular series of mystery and historical fiction and her novels.
You might have discovered her as the author of The Royal Spyness series, the Constable Evans series, or even the Molly Murphy series, but she also has several highly acclaimed freestanding novels. These include her World War II novels, In Farleigh Field and The Tuscan Child, and a World War I era volume, The Victory Garden. Her work has been nominated for every major mystery award and she has won twenty of them to date, including four Agathas.
Rhys Bowen’s books are listed as best-sellers in Amazon, Kindle, and as most-read in NLS Talking Books/BARD (over 40 listings in BARD).
Be ready to chuckle and enjoy the creator of the clever, and often humorous Constable Evans, Lady Georgina, Queenie, Captain Sullivan, and other beloved characters.
About Rhys Bowen
Rhys Bowen is a New York Times bestselling author, has been nominated for every major award in mystery writing, including the Edgar®, and has won many, including both the Agatha and Anthony awards.
She is the author of the Royal Spyness Mysteries, set in 1930s London, the Molly Murphy Mysteries, set in turn-of-the-century New York, and the Constable Evans Mysteries, set in Wales.
In addition to continuing her book series, she has been publishing World War II stand-alone novels, In Farleigh Field and The Tuscan Child as well as The Victory Garden, a novel of WWI and Above the Bay of Angels–a young woman becomes a chef for Queen Victoria. They have enjoyed impressive sales world-wide and brought Rhys many new readers.
Rhys Bowen’s books delightfully blend historical fiction, mystery, humor, and romance!
She was born in England and now divides her time between Northern California and Arizona.
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Ep 49, Writing Works Wonders – Writing Group Success- Behind Our Eyes
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
Discover the power of support for writers with disabilities through this vibrant non-profit. President Alice Massa, Annie Chiappetta and Joan Myles share information, and answer questions about Behind Our Eyes’ programs and opportunities. What will you find when you listen? Just a sampling: writing critique groups, reading sessions, pilot program, book launch team, member benefits, personal growth, and the publications and periodical which this talented community produces. Inspiration and encouragement await as we learn more about this organization’s writing resources and secrets of success.
About Behind Our Eyes
Behind Our Eyes, Inc. (BOE) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization enhancing the opportunities for writers with disabilities. BOE has published several anthologies, have an online periodical, Magnets and Ladders, and holds weekly virtual events. Behind Our Eyes supports and inspires the writing of people with disabilities, develops and promotes positive public opinion regarding people with disabilities, provides meaningful programming for members through accessible technology, and publishes works generated by the group.
Anthologies Published by Behind Our Eyes
Behind Our Eyes: Stories, Poems, and Essays by Writers with Disabilities. (2007). Available through NLS/BARD DB 65632 and BR17432, BookShare, & Amazon
Behind Our Eyes: A Second Look. (2013) Available through NLS/BARD DB 77772, BookShare, Amazon, & Kindle.
Behind Our Eyes: (2022) Available soon. Check our website for details.
Streaming and Rebroadcasts
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Ep 48, Writing Works Wonders – Podcasting Support with Matt Basta
Show Notes Episode 48- Behind the Curtain- Accessible Podcasting
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
Making podcasting accessible for all. Why do people podcast? How do podcasts reach users? Where are they stored? Discover how and why the Pinecast platform’s creator Matt Basta became our go-to resource for podcast hosting!
In this episode, we provide an overview of the podcast development process
From creating and editing audio to posting and distributing it
Matt shares answers to these and more questions
Why is choosing the right podcast service important!
What should we look for in a podcasts service host?
What features does your platform provide?
How has the great accessibility of Pinecast developed?
Why do people create podcasts?
How does podcasting help promote people’s causes or work?
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About Matt Basta
Matt is a software engineer by trade and the founder of Pinecast, a service for podcasters to put their shows online. Pinecast started as a side project for Matt’s own podcasts, and grew into a small business powering tens of thousands of podcasts. Matt and Pinecast focus on creating a streamlined product that makes it easy to run a successful show, with emphases on simplicity, accessibility, and flexibility.
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Ep 47 Writing Works Wonders- Goals for 2022 – Dreams with Wings!
Show Notes Episode 47, Writing Goals Workshop for 2022
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
Join in the first Writing Works Wonders Workshop of 2022! Listen in, follow along, and enjoy creating our future success together!
In this episode, we walk theough strategies to illuminate our goals and then…
Put wings on our dreams in 2022.
Join Cheryl, Kathy, and friends for motivational goal setting in reading and writing! Discover inspiration and opportunities among others. We share insights about the craft of writing, explore strategies to build and establish goals to support our writing efforts. Discover the breadth of insight our community offers about developing their writing craft. Writing Works Wonders – together we advance beyond barriers.
Be inspired by others with similar vision.
Be motivated to reach further than you could alone.
Be encouraged to share these ideas with your writing community. `
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
Live from Wyoming, author of the Joe Pickett series, #1 New York Times best-selling author and masterful writer, CJ Box is our guest for Episode 46! Join in to hear CJ Box discuss his journey as an author, writing strategies, TV series production, along with upcoming releases. In this terrific episode, Box describes how he cultivates his book ideas, the value of his varied life experiences, and his approach to continue to produce his vibrant, best-selling series. Enjoy Box’s insights into crafting best sellers from such disparate elements as the rural American West, crime mysteries, and a game warden with many foibles. In the Q&A session, we hear why his devoted readers enjoy his books, and he reveals still more gems about storytelling!
About C J Box
CJ Box is an avid outdoorsman, author of over 30 novels including the Joe Pickett series. A former journalist, he has won many major literary awards including the Edgar Alan Poe Award for Best Novel. His novels have been translated into 30 languages and sold over ten million copies in the U.S. alone.
Television series based on his books include ABC’s Big Sky, of which he was the Executive Producer. Now in season two, Big Sky is based on his Cassie Dewell novels starting with The Highway. Moreover, in December 2021, Paramount Plus released a new TV series based on his popular Joe Pickett crime mystery series which features the everyday game warden who values justice.
His website is www.cjbox.net His books are available there as well as major booksellers and NLS talking Books/BARD.
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Ep 45 Writing Works Wonders- Website Design for Authors, Part 2
Show Notes Episode 45, Website Design for Authors, Part 2
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
Part Two of our special series providing website development guidance in everyday terms! Kathy and Cheryl delve into the final two steps of designing and maintaining author websites. They discuss how to create the basic site framework, keep your message focus, design accessible sites, and more. This episode also explores WordPress benefits and features, including an overview of powerful plugins/add-ons and specific steps. Even if you have never used WordPress, it is a concise introduction to this popular website development platform. Dr. Kathy King is center stage and leverages her nearly 20 years of website design and publishing experience to guide our authors. And Cheryl makes sure Kathy explains the technical concepts and keeps it all in perspective! The Website Design for Authors series is a special production of Writing Works Wonders for our listeners and authors.
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Ep 44 Writing Works Wonders- Website Design for Authors, Part 1
Show Notes Episode 44, Website Design for Authors, Part 1
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
Website guidance in everyday terms! Straightforward examples, proven strategies and accessibility are our focus in this timely series. A special production designed by Writing Works Wonders for our listeners and authors! This begins a two part series about what authors, and others, need to know about website development. Dr. Kathy King is center stage and uses her nearly 20 years of website design and publishing experience to guide our authors through the process. Kathy provides recommended development stages, platforms and steps to follow. And Cheryl makes sure she explains the technical aspects and keeps it all in perspective!
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Show Notes, Episode 43, Fantiction Writing Exercises
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
Join us for writing fun! We have exciting ways to build our writing muscles together, and new or experienced writers benefit from the synergy of creativity! Don’t miss the excitement in another episode full of new ideas, laughter and strategies for writers of all levels. We explore leveraging fan-fiction strategies for writing warm-up fun! Taking prior stories in new directions, scaffolding the story worlds we know allow us to accelerate our creativity. Listen in to hear the sample activities, work along with us,and enjoy the work that the participants share!
Helping our listeners to advance beyond barriers!
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Ep 42 Writing Works Wonders- Linda Scribner – Author Interview
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
Meet the author of the popular NLS Talking Book/BARD “I Can’t See With My Gloves On!” in this episode! While we learn about life with low vision and blindness, we will discover how and why Linda Garshwiler Scribner’s humorous short, moving essays about her journey are a favorite among our community! She’s just as fun in person as in print, all the while sharing insights about helping people cooe with vision loss.
Inspiration- Laughter – Supporr await you in episode 42. Added bonus in our writing oromot responses, how do authors encourage one another? Listen in!
BONUS 1 -MORE INSPIRATION
Enjoy our Writing Group & Writing Prompts! Writing Prompts and readings are at the end of the interview! Our podcast listeners are invited to participate as well. Visit our site and click Contact Us https://writingworkswonders.com/contactus/writing-prompts/ to post your resoonses to the writing prompts at any time! You may also receive them via email when you sign up for our weekly email/Zoom links.
BONUS 2 – BACKSTAGE WITH THE AUTHOR
What happens after the recording stops and we go off the air? Here is a glimpse into Writing Works Wonders’ Backstage! One of the benefits of being at the live recording is the after party! Enjoy some additional hilarity from our author Linda Scribner in this WWW Backstage segment.
No vision is required for this show AND it’s warm inside.
So, take off your gloves, and get ready to chuckle!!!
Linda has woven insight and humor into the journey of sight loss. Her book, “I can’t see with my gloves on” is listed as a most popular book on many NLS regional library websites.
From Indiana, Linda earned her bachelor’s in secondary education, and went on to work as a rehabilitation specialist at the League for the Blind and Disabled in Fort Wayne, IN supporting people as the adjust to living with vision loss.
She enjoys cooking, reading, walking, swimming, exercising, singing, board and card games, and traveling.
She has been married to Tom Scribner since 1976 and they have two sons and six grandchildren.
With her book, she has brought much joy, laughter, and encouragement to our community as well as a gently introduced a better understanding of living and coping without sight to the rest of the world.
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Ep 41 Writing Works Wonders- Chad Allen -Audio Comics
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
This episode reaches far beyond audio comics- innovation, advocacy, art, transmedia, classic literature, political unrest, creative challenges, magic, and more! Audio described comics? Audio comic books? Chad Allen describes his innovative approach to comic books for people who are visually impaired and blind. We will discover how he grew his idea into a production and morphed success into a contract with a large company.
Readers learn about the messages embedded in this dynamic comic adventure which adults and teens alike will enjoy at different levels of understanding.
Chad reveals to writers his perspective on the imoact of art, other literature and the passive and active aspects of the creative process.
Comics as modern mythology!
And just where does tap dancing fit in? You have to listen to find out!
Breaking down barriers for writers and readers alike on Writing Works Wonders.
Enjoy our Writing Group & Writing Prompts!
Writing Prompts and readings are at the end of the interview! Our podcast listeners are invited to participate as well. Visit our site and click Contact Us (https://writingworkswonders.com/contactus/writing-prompts/) to post your resoonses to the writing prompts at any time! You may also receive them via email when you sign up for our weekly email/Zoom links.
About Chad Allen
Chad is a multidisciplinary artist and writer who happens to be blind. He is the creator of the Audio Comic UNSEEN which premiered at the Exploratorium Museum in San Francisco as a part the exhibit on identity Self, Made: Exploring You in a World of We.
Chad is also a magician and has appeared on Penn & Teller: Fool Us and America’s Got Talent. His goal is to give audiences an opportunity to reframe their perceptions of blind people and vision.
Chad says in a LA TIMES article, “You don’t see art with your eyes. You see with your brain, and that’s what I’m trying to teach people more than anything.”
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Ep 40 Writing Works Wonders – Guest Journalist, Empish J. Thomas
Show Notes, Episode 40, Journalist, Empish J. Thomas
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
Are you ready for Episode 40? Advocacy, inspiration and reinventing her writing career. An interview with Empish J. Thomas covers it all and more! Losing sight in her twenties, re-shaping her dream of journalism via work in disability advocacy. It’s our first episode focused on journalism! What skills do you need to succeed as a jorinalist? And what suggestions does she have for building those skiLls? Empish J. Thomas’ career and story are inspiring and revealing!
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Ep 39 Writing Works Wonders – Round Robin- Turkey Trot & Talk
Show Notes, Episode 39, Round Robin- Turkey Talk & Trot
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
CREATIVITY BUILDING – Writing exercises with friends! We explore the benefits of improvisation for writers as we debrief on the process. This episode includes our newest improvisations, stories, and round robin escapades! All include a Thanksgiving theme 🦃 🦃
This show and activity is sure to inspire you and encourage your creativity.
A few benefits of WWW Round Robins
Discover your wealth of spontaneous creativity.
Return to your work with a smile and new energy, after you participate!
Increase your network of writers and published authors.
Increase your serotonin levels, with laughter. 😃
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Ep 38 Writing Works Wonders- Writing & Publishing Holiday Books- Seamus King
Show Notes, Episode 38, Holiday Books- Seamus King
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
Why would authors want to write holiday books?
What ideas can blossom into holiday books?
Why do readers seem interested in these books?
How do editors assist authors?
The author of “Midwinter Gifts” and editor/publisher of “Mistletoe and Snow” discusses strategies, and benefits of focusing on the holiday season for your next book. Don’t miss this episode as Seamus King, author, editor and publisher, reveals new ideas about writing and publishing! Be ready for another event full of information, laughter and insights for readers and authors. Learn about editing strategies, the writing process, and character sketches! And how and why is Jazz House Publications dedicated to supporting underserved, and less often heard authors?
Episode 38 is full of insights, tips, laughter and inspiration for readers and authors with your cohosts, Cheryl and Kathy, and our Writing Works Wonders participating authors!
About Seamus King
An author of fantasy fiction, Seamus King has published six books, and edited innumerable publications. He is co-founder of Jazz House Publications and founder/lead editor of Better Words Editing Services. He started his formal editing training as a research assistant and editing nonfiction articles, expanding to books and then editing and publishing fiction. He also does web design.
Seamus says he has been fighting dragons and foul knights in his dreams and imagination since before he can remember. He grew up on Tolkien, Alexander and Lewis, and will always be grateful for them opening the doors to faraway places in his mind.
In his spare time, Seamus enjoys the Society for Creative Anachronism SCA, as well as honoring the ancient and time-honored tradition of MUSHing (Text-based roleplaying games).
He grew up in northern New England, Pennsylvania and Georgia, and now lives in the beautiful Smoky Mountains of Tennessee with his wife and daughter
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Ep 37 Writing Works Wonders – Celebrating Authors – Books as Holiday Gifts
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
Need fresh ideas for your reading or shopping lists? We have the event for you! In this special Author Showcase episode, authors from our American Council of the Blind (ACB) Community, Behind Our Eyes, and beyond share their books and where to find them. Hear firsthand from many authors – all in one episode!
Books of all genres and formats make great holiday and special gifts. And how fun it is to give books of authors you know or have heard! From mystery to inspirational memoire, children’s books poetry, holiday books, and more, discover some new titles for your reading and shopping pleasure!
So make some hot chocolate, open your shopping list, and enjoy the Writing Works Wonders Holiday Author Celebration and Showcase.
Our Guest Authors (In order of Apperance)
Alice Jane-Marie Massa
Book title: The Christmas Carriage and Other Writings of the Holiday Season.
Spanning from Thanksgiving through January, this 101-page holiday book sparkles with short stories, poems, memoirs, essays, and even two "how-to" pieces.
Ann Chiappetta, M.S.
Books available at
Amazon, Smashwords, Audible, NLS BARD and Bookshare links for books by title.
All titles are listed on Amazom and www.smashwords.com, additional formats and buying links below.
A String of Stories: from the heart to the future C 2020 Short Story Collection ISBN 9798613205684
Available in all eBook formats, and Amazon/Kindle editions ($3.50); softcover ($9.50). Audible.com link; Bookshare link
NLS BARD catalog DBC 03767
Valerie Ries-Lerman
Book title "Between Two Worlds"
Poems, prose, and paintings with a message of hope.
From the author – Being born premature, I was not given much chances of survival. Despite challenges, sometimes daunting, I persevered and prospered. I would like this book to be an inspiration, reminding us all that there is always light that follows the darkest of nights.
Order your copy by emailing the author.
email: betweentwoworlds2021@yahoo.com
Peter Altschul
Three nonfiction books – memoire, short essays, and self help.
Breaking Barriers, Working and Loving While Blind (2012)
Breaking It Down and Connecting the Dots: Creating Common Ground Where Contention Rules (2017)
Riding Elephants: Creating Common Group Where Contention Rules (2021)
Available on
Amazon – Kindle and print (all books)
NLS Talking Books/BARD (first two books)
Bookshare (all three books)
web: Dldbooks.com/peteraltschul Peter’s Interview Episode 34 on Writing Works Wonders
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Abbie Taylor
Why Grandma Doesn’t Know Me.
Her sixth book. A holiday season book which includes family coping with older adults’ changing health.
Available on
Amazon – Kindle,
Smashwords – audio books
Bookshare
NLS Talking Books/ BARD – soon
web: abbiejohnsontaylor.com
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Cheryl McNeil Fisher
Children’s books, reading grades 1st-4th grades
Cindy and Sammy series – Fun adventures with her guide dog. Learning about guide dogs and visual impairment.
Sister series- Apple Batter Up
History mystery book coming summer 2022
Time Capsule- memoire of an older woman.
Available through Audible
Smashwords – some titles
Print books best price, through author.
web: https://www.cherylmcneilfisher.com
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DeAnna Quietwater Noriega
Book title: Fifty Years of Walking with Friends.
Poetry and essays, memoire. Chronicle of my life with nine guide dogs.
Available at Amazon, & Smashwords com
web: dldbooks.com/dqnoriega/
Email: dqnoriega@gmail.com
====== Patty Fletcher
Campbell’s Rambles: Pathway to Freedom, 2nd edition
Literary fiction.
Available on
Amazon
Website: Pattysworld.com
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Ep 36 Writing Works Wonders – Character Round Robin & Masquerade
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
Talent, creativity and laughter abound in Episode 36. Join in this event and experience the power of improvisation hidden within author creativity! We include an introduction so that you may participate with us individually, or use this technique with writing groups.
Yes, it’s our first ever Character Round Robin & Masquerade. Who will make an appearance at this spectacular event? Superwoman, Count Dracula or Sherlock Holmes? Perhaps we will meet Scarlet O’Hara, Xena, Harry Potter, Princess Leia, R2D2, Batman, Winnie the Pooh, Gandalf the Wizard, Bilbo Baggins, Miss Marple, or Dorothy? OK, you get the idea!
You will hear several different activitie that may be tailored for your specific needs. We hope this episode inspires your writing journey and success! Read below for details to join our live Zoom calls and be part of our supportive writers community.
SPOILER ALERT – Be prepared for much laughter and fun as our creative energies fly free.
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Ep 35 Writing Works Wonders-Science Fiction Mur Lafferty
Show Notes, Episode 35, Mur Lafferty & Science Fiction
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
Why would an author lock up her Switch gaming station? What is fanfiction? Where do we access free original sci fi podcast magazines? And which publications purchase short stories from authors? Mur Lafferty, our first guest author of Science Fiction and Fantasy, answers these questions, and offers keen insight into these worlds and genres. We learn about free science fiction and other original works available in podcast format by our guest, and through EscapeArtists.net. She also clues us into the backstory of her Star Wars books, short stories, novels, serials, and podcasts! An award-winning author, writer and podcaster, you will enjoy learning about her work, writing tricks, and perspective! So, (in the style of EscapePod introductions…) put on you magical glasses, it’s interview time!”
About Mur Lafferty
Mur is an accomplished author, editor and podcaster. She earned a degree in English from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and her MFA from the University of Maine’s Stonecoast Popular Fiction Program. She currently lives in Durham, NC. She is an innovator and dynamic creative energy in science fiction, fantasy, nonfiction and encouraging geeks and writers to embrace their identities and potential.
Her published works and awards are numerous. As of 2021, here is a brief summary of works: seven novels, six novellas, two anthologies, several short fiction works, serial works and co-editor of the science fiction magazine, EscapePod. She has even leveraged her passion for science fiction and writing skills into writing a RPG, a role playing game.
In addition, we can’t begin to sort out how many podcasts she has contributed to and/or launched. She has been hosting “I Should Be Writing” for many years.
In 2015, Mur Lafferty was inducted into the Podcast Academy Hall of Fame. She has been awarded The Astounding Award for Best New Writer (previously known as the John W. Campbell Award). And very notably, her novel “Six Wakes” was nominated for the Hugo, Nebula, and Philip K. Dick Awards.
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Ep 34 Writing Works Wonders – Nonfiction Author, Peter Altschul
Show Notes, Episode 24, Elephants & Common Ground, Peter Altschul
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
Discover how learning to ride elephants helps us build bridges! Peter Altschul, author, blogger and podcaster, reveals how he captures his professional work and life in dynamic nonfiction. An author of three books, who is also blind, Peter discusses his 2021 book, “Riding Elephants: Creating Common Ground Where Contention Rules,” and reveals recommendations and insights for writers seeking to contribute to positive change! Plus he discusses the benefits of leveraging blogging, and podcasting in his writing and professional mission! This is another inspirational episode for readers and writers!
About Peter Altschul
For some unknown reason, Peter Altschul was born totally blind. He was the only blind student attending his local high school, where he played percussion in the marching band and other music groups, failed as a wrestler, and studied while pretending to goof off. In college, he played percussion in the marching band and other music groups and drank beer while studying music and psychology.
As a professional, Peter has been an advocate for change and a better world. He continues that work in his blogging, books and podcasts. He has published two books of short essays titled Riding Elephants: Creating Common Group Where Contention Rules (2021) and Breaking It Down and Connecting the Dots: Creating Common Ground Where Contention Rules (2017), as well as a memoir entitled Breaking Barriers, Working and Loving While Blind (2012).
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Ep 33 Writing Works Wonders – Public Speaking & Audio Prompting Workshop
Show Notes, Episode 33, Audio Prompting – Ann Chiappetta
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Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**
Public speaking workshop!! Do you speak from notes, but have difficulty seeing them? Join this workshop for reading aloud with audio support. Our guest, Annie Chiappetta, demonstrates and coaches us in “Audio Prompting” technique. She describes in detail how she uses audio prompting — how she prepares her material, and the steps she goes through as she reads it to an audience. You will then hear others explain their process, read aloud their material and receive feedback on how to improve. Questions and discussion abound as the participants explore the many applications of this technique in different venues. Truly a rich learning experience and resource for people of all visual acuity‘s, sighted and visually impaired alike.
Please visit our dedicated Audio Promptimg webpage for the prior episode and to download the practice materials https://bit.ly/AudioPrompting
About Ann Chiappetta
“Making meaningful connections with others through writing”. Since 1998, Ann’s poems, creative nonfiction, essays and fiction have appeared in print journals, online magazines, blogs and small press reviews. Because listening to a story or poem is reading with one’s ears, Ann strives to produce all her writing in audio for people with print disabilities, including performance poetry podcast interviews and informational presentations. Ann lives in New York’s historic and beautiful lower Hudson valley and continues to develop a mutually beneficial relationship with her assistive technology.
For links to Ann’s books, performances, and past interviews, go to: www.annchiappetta.com
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Ep 32 Writing Works Wonders – Smashwords Guest Interview
Readers and writers check out this resource for free ebooks and easy ebook publishing! Smashwords, the world’s largest distributor of indie ebooks, is our guest on Writing Works Wonders for this episode. Marketing Director, Jim Azevedo reveals insights into reading and publishing worldwide. Discover how to maximize it’s benefits! Why does Smashwords proclaim it “makes it fast, free and easy for any author or publisher, anywhere in the world, to publish and distribute ebooks to the major retailers and thousands of libraries. Do you think you might find a new book to read among the 88,000 free ebooks they have? You don’t want to miss this resource and interview. Buckle up! It’s story time 🙂
Bonus feature- In the question and answer session, you will discover four of our participamts are authors who have published with smashwords! Learn about their experiences and insights into this platform.
Smashwords Style Guide – this free ebook walks authors through the step-by-step process of preparing their original manuscript to be converted into an ebook: https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/52
Smashwords Book Marketing Guide – this free ebook includes about 60 tips and techniques to help authors reach more readers: https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/305
Over 580,000 low-cost multi-format ebooks from the world’s best indie authors
All books are DRM-free because Smashwords and our authors trust you
Directly support over 150,000 indie authors who earn the highest royalties (up to 80% list price) from the Smashwords Store.
And more…
Authors
Simplicity – We make ebook publishing fast, free and easy!
Reach more readers – Global distribution to multiple ebook retailers and libraries
Earn more – Earn 60-80% list as your royalty
FREE professional publishing tools
Save time – Consolidated Smashwords distribution helps you spend more time writing and less time managing multiple upload platforms
Reputation – Smashwords is the world’s largest and most trusted indie ebook distributor. Join over 150,000 authors and small independent presses that publish and distribute with Smashwords!
Distribution of yiur ebooks to library databases
And more…
Writing Opportunities
Writing prompts, contests, Open Mic events, and more from Writing Works Wonders!
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Ep 31 Writing Works Wonders – Author Interview – Trixie Silvertale
Show Notes, Episode 31, Trixie Silvertale Interview
Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King
What is a cozy mystery? What happens when you combine amateur sluething with a paranormal character list? Readers and authors alike will enjoy this interview with best-selling author Trixie Silvertale! Trixie joins Cheryl and Kathy on Writing Works Wonders to discuss her mystery series, a series which includes shared worlds and an unusual best-selling mystery anthology set. Listeners will not only discover secrets behind the Mitzy Moon Mysteries series, but also abundant insights about wild cats, professional author strategies, marketing, “sacred space” for writing, creativity and much more! Don’t miss this fun-filled, informative episode.
About Trixie Silvertale
Growing up reading an endless supply of Lilian Jackson Braun, Hardy Boys, and Nancy Drew novels, it is no surprise that Trixie Silvertale wanted to become an author. She loves the amateur sleuths in cozy mysteries and is obsessed with all things paranormal. Those two passions unite in her Mitzy Moon Mysteries, and she’s thrilled to write them and share them with you. She also co-authors the intriguing Magical Renaissance Faire Mysteries series!
When she’s not consumed by writing, she bakes to fuel her creative engine and tends to her herb garden.
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