The Funky Writer: Recent Episodes
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Robyn Short will discuss the release of her most recent book Peace in the Workplace, which provides organizational leaders with the information necessary to create workplace cultures that elevate human security and human dignity so that the organization and the individuals employed by it can contribute to society in more meaningful ways.
John Gilstrap is the New York Times bestselling author of Friendly Fire, Nick of Time, Against All Enemies, End Game, Soft Targets, High Treason, Damage Control, Threat Warning, Hostage Zero, No Mercy, Nathan's Run, At All Costs, Even Steven, Scott Free and Six Minutes to Freedom.
Timothy Trimble is a professional, award winning, freelance writer and software developer with an established presence in the computer industry. We will discuss his latest book, 'Air Born'.
Poet Raquel Rushing, AKA, Komplex Simplicity, is our special guest. She will discuss her latest work, 'It Could All Be So Simple: The Collection'.
Sandra Jeffs' poetry book called Finding Home deals with her abusive life experiences and calls for healing and finding one’s whole and best self. She wishes to start a campaign for a kinder and more supportive society that sees verbal abuse as damaging a person’s soul and, thereby,such a wounded a person allows abuse into their lives or they can become abusive themselves .She has a novel in the works called The Envoy which is about a woman who has a spiritual transformation and can heal others and the woman brings a message of peace and becoming more evolved human beings. www.sandrajeffs.com
Austin Wiggins, the lead writer of Writings By Ender, is fiction and nonfiction writer. His works center around philosophy and ethical concepts. For any inquiries email at him Austinlamarwiggins@gmail.com.
Born in Chinhoyi, Makonde Disctrict, Zimbabwe, Bertha Mukodzani trained and qualified as a Primary School Teacher with specialisation in Infant Education. When she is not working on her writing, Bertha works full time as An Advanced Theatre Practitioner (PACU) at an NHS Foundation Trust, England.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Life-Steered-Bertha-Mukodzani/dp/1452053456?ie=UTF8&Version=1&entries=0
The silent opinionated songstress, creative writer and teacher. Cheryl Diane Parkinson writes about anything that inspires her--from teenage fiction to children's stories. From serious articles to poetry.
Mimi Wright, founder of The Wright Group, LLC, will be our special guest. She will talk about her brother's ground-breaking book called "VOICE FOR THE SILENT FATHERS", which details the struggle and inner conflict with being the parent of a gay son.
G. Lloyd Helm has been writing for 40 years, having published poetry in a wide variety of magazines and newspapers including “The New York Poetry Anthology,” “Stars and Stripes News,” “The Los Angeles Times,” “The Antelope Valley Press,” and “The Antelope Valley Anthologies,” among others.
David S. Atkinson, author of The Garden of Good and Evil Pancakes Bones Buried in the Dirt and the upcoming 'Not Quite so Stories', will be our exciting guest.
Daniel's story credits include the Flotilla series and many published short stories. As a native of the San Francisco Bay Area, he refers to himself as a 'blue collar geek' who is passionate about writing, working with his hands and being a dad.
Tony Nesca and his wife, Nicole-Isabella Nesca, are the editors of the underground publishing company Screamin' Skull Press, He will discuss his dynamic book, 'About A Girl'.
Author John Draper will be our special guest. He will discuss his book, 'A Danger to God Himself'.
Dan Jolley is an American novelist and comic book writer. He will discuss his new novel, Gray Widow's Walk.
http://danjolley.com/
Debut novelist Liv Hadden’s Shamed series began in college and has her roots in Burlington, Vermont--has lived in upstate New York and Oklahoma. She will discuss her book, ‘In the Mind of Revenge’.
Author and lover of wolves, Raven Delehanty is our exciting guest. She will discuss her book, 'The Last White Wolf', and other projects.
Simone Salmon is a spiritual truth seeker who appreciates psychic phenomena and timelessness She will discuss her projects, including her novel, 'Camille and the Bears of Beisa - Drafnel'.
Rebecca Laclair describes the way music speaks to us, changes us, and validates us in a way that any music junkie immediately recognizes. A magazine editor, and Huffington Post contributor, Rebecca has short stories published in Gravel, Skyline, Wordhaus, and Mixtape Methodology. She also blogs about writing, and mentors teen and middle grade writers. https://rebeccalaclair.com/
Daphine Priscilla Brown-Jack is a law enforcement officer and motivational speaker. She earned a degree in public affairs with a concentration in administration of justice from Texas Southern University. She is a wife and mother of three children and one step-son. "The Other Side of the Story" is her first book.
Wendy Terrien's debut novel The Rampart Guards (February 29, 2016) is the first in her intriguing urban fantasy series. Inspired by an episode of Bones that suspected a killer to be a fabled chupacabra, Wendy was fascinated and dove into research about cryptozoology - the study of animals that may or may not exist, or cryptids. Pouring over stories, videos and photographs of creatures others had seen all over the world, Wendy developed her own story to share with middle grade, young adult and grown-up readers. http://www.wendyterrien.com/
"Alysa of the Fields", her first novel in the Tellings of Xunar-kun Series, won the 2006 Dream Realm Awards for Cover Art. The unabridged audio book version which she produced won Mom’s Choice, Reader’s Choice, and Reader Views awards. Published in 2008, Book Two, "The Trailfolk of Xunar-kun", won Reader’s Favorite and The Written Art awards.
Tina creates the cover art for her books and has published illustrations internationally in several books and other media. She has created a children's picture book, Snailsworth, a slow little story. In addition to writing stories, poetry and screenplays, Tina has been a freelance communications designer since 1995. She is also a screenwriter and is working on a write-for-hire feature film. http://www.tinafieldhowescreenwriter.com/
Burt Weissbourd is a novelist, screenwriter and producer of feature films, including "Ghost Story" and "Raggedy Man”. His novels include, ‘Inside Passage’, 'In Velvet' and his latest, ‘Teaser’. His website is: http://www.burtweissbourd.com/
Robert Batista and Rita Ames discuss the ins and outs of Erotica. From it's origination to it's current wave of populatity. Both will read original Sensual Poetry and will also delve into Rita's works in the genre.
Mick Mears is not about self publicity, He cant be bothered. He doesn't write literary masterpieces or blockbusters aimed at taking consciousness to the brink of divine understanding. He writes because he always has, and its an illness with no cure. Yes folks, it`s terminal.
Catherine works as an environmental scientist, and plays at heirloom vegetable gardening, camping, and fishing. She has published short fiction in Alfred Hitchcock Mystery Magazine.
Author Linda Joffe Hull is a member of Mystery Writers of America, Sisters in Crime, and Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers, where she has served in a variety of positions, including President, Treasurer, and Conference Chair. Visit her online at www.LindaJoffeHull.com.
Michael Cody, residing now in Washington, D.C., was born in Asheville, N.C. and raised in the small town of Macon, Ga. Where Power Resides, the first in a series of action/thriller novels explores the question of who really is in power, who pulls the strings in Washington and the Pentagon. Would our own government really spy on US citizens? Find out in this fast paced roller coaster read!
Lenon Honor is a writer, musician, video producer, talk show host, and counselor. His website www.lenonhonor.com has provided a wealth of information and inspiration in regards to manhood, fatherhood, marriage, children, family, and personal growth.
AD Starrling is the author of the award-winning action thriller series Seventeen. The Seventeen series combines action, adventure, science, and a dose of paranormal to make each book an explosive, adrenaline-fueled read. Titles out now include Soul Meaning (book one), King's Crusade (book two), Greene's Calling (book three), Ashstorm (book four) and a handful of short stories set in the world of Seventeen.
Tanisha Williams is the author of two non-profit e-books 501c3 In 12-Steps and Simple Internal Controls That Protect Your Assets. Her desire for more interaction with readers was the key inspiration behind the development of her latest business venture ChatEbooks-- http://www.chatebooks.com
Funny and quirky, Allan Harris and Jason Gray are the writing duo Harris Gray, authors of two novels, two screenplays, a Christmas play, and a collection of stories from Jason’s younger days.
USA Today Bestselling Author and Award-winning novelist Bette Lee Crosby brings the wit and wisdom of her Southern Mama to works of fiction—the result is a delightful blend of humor, mystery and romance along with a cast of quirky charters who will steal your heart away.
Always an avid story-teller, Taylor Fulks decided to put her pad and pen where her mouth is. "My Prison Without Bars" is her debut novel.
Conflict Coach Patti Porter will discuss her latest work, "Minibuk "Stop the Dreaded Drama: 55 Tips for Ending Destructive Conflict."
Rebecca has an innate belief that if she dreams about something, she can accomplish it.
Prompted by that sense of adventure, Rebecca pursued careers as a pastor, a health coach,
a massage therapist, a Zumba instructor, a musical theater director/producer, and a writer
– all at the same time.
Writer, photographer; singer/songwriter, Lorraine Devon Wilke will be our special guest. She will discuss her latest book, 'Hysterical Love'.
Founder of Kate Tilton’s Author Services, LLC, Kate works as an author assistant and social media manager with the mission of connecting authors and readers.
Author Robert Batista discusses his seminal coming-of-age tale, 'Brooklyn Story' on its tenth anniversary and brings excitement for its upcoming sequel 'Naked In The Jungle'. With co-host, Glenn Ford.
Dr. Peter C. Rogers, D.D., PhD. is a Light-Worker, a Motivational Speaker, a Life Coach, and Metaphysical Practitioner. He is the founder of TRUTH Dynamics which is a spiritual counseling service. In addition, He and his wife, Elsa, founded the non-profit organization, P.E.L.S.A,http://www.pelsacorp.org which assists recovering persons with support services.
Author of several childrens books, M. Maitland DeLand, M.D., is a radiation oncologist specializing in the treatment of women's and children's cancer. She is the founder and former owner of OncoLogics, a group of cancer treatment centers in the southern United States.
Dr. Gilmore currently serves as director and faculty for the Center for Dispute Resolution and Conflict Management at Southern Methodist University. She is also a lecturer at Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution at the Pepperdine University School of Law and the Werner Institute at Creighton University School of Law.
J.A. Adams is a United Methodist Church Certified Lay Speaker --Workshop presenter and advocate addressing issues concerning emotional health and safety of families (ongoing)--Volunteer Gateway Church (Austin, TX) Restore Ministries: One to One, Facilitator for Circle of Healing (domestic Violence recovery) and Wounded Heart (Sexual abuse recovery)
The son of two librarians, Mark Stevens was raised in Massachusetts. After graduating from Principia College in Illinois, he worked as a reporter for The Christian Science Monitor in Boston and Los Angeles and The Rocky Mountain News in Denver. For six years, Mark produced television news for The MacNeil/Lehrer NewsHour and then returned to print, writing for The Denver Post. Those five years of reporting led to a position as Director of Communications with Denver Public Schools, where he worked for 11 years and then with the Greeley school district (one year) and the state department of education (four years) as director of communications. He now runs his own public relations and strategic communications business. Stevens has published three Colorado-based mysteries, Antler Dust (2007), Buried by the Roan (2011), a Colorado Book Awards Finalist, and Trapline (2014).
Author Joanne Lécuyer, will be our guest. Her catalogue of books include: The Witch, the Cat and the Egg (2010), Kaptain Vamp (2011), The Tales of Anex and Bit (2012), La sorcière, le chat et l'oeuf (2012), Kapitaine Vampire (2014), The Witch, the Cat, and the Water Dragon (2014), and My Friend Merlin (2014).
Carmela Matthews is bound for college as a pre-med student. She decides to spend her summer vacation with her grandmother in the country. One night, a boy she's attracted to invites her to a party. What happens next will change the course of her life forever. Based on a true story.
Distinguished author Kenneth Cloke will be our exciting guest. He is Director of the Center for Dispute Resolution and a mediator, arbitrator, facilitator, coach, consultant, and trainer, specializing in communication, negotiation, and resolving complex multi-party disputes, including marital, divorce, family, community, grievance and workplace disputes, collective bargaining negotiations, organizational and school conflicts, sexual harassment, discrimination, and public policy disputes; and designing preventative conflict resolution systems.
Esteemed author and social humanitarian, Robyn Short will be our guest.
Robyn Short is the founder of goodmedia press and goodmedia communications. She is a student of "A Course in Miracles," a self-study system of spiritual psychotherapy. Robyn is a passionate believer in peace and social justice. She holds a Bachelors of Science in Psychology from Auburn University, a Masters of Liberal Arts from Southern Methodist University and will graduate with a Masters in Conflict Management and Dispute Resolution from Southern Methodist University in 2014. www.GoodMediaPress.com
Brett Battles, a Barry Award-winning author of over twenty novels,will be our special guest.
New York Times bestselling author, Brandi L. Bates will be our distinguished guest on Saturday
Celebrated author, blogger and radio host, Lillian Brummet will be our special guest. She will discuss the latest edition of her book, 'Purple Snowflake Marketing'.
Aether Warriors is Dean Ravenola’s first novel. As a young child, Dean would often disappear (to the dismay of his parents) only to be found curled up with a book somewhere oblivious to his current surroundings. His favorite genre, fantasy, quickly became evident as he loved how a book could introduce him to fantastical places, people, creatures and powers.
He now hopes to provide that same type of experience for the readers of his novel, Aether Warriors. He began writing this novel at 13 years old and after four years of careful editing and revising is finally ready to share his story with other readers. Just graduating high school, he is enrolled at University of Connecticut in the fall where he will continue to pursue a career in writing.
DuEwa has been a featured author, speaker and educator at colleges, schools, writers conferences and arts panels. She is the author of the poetry volume, Goddess Under the Bridge (2013), a collection of children's poetry titled Ten Marbles and a Bag to Put Them In: Poems for Children (2010), the poetry volumes Stardust Tracks on a Road (2005), and Shedding Light From My Journeys (2002). She is the editor and publisher of the NAACP Image Award nominated (in Outstanding Literary Work – Poetry) anthology, Check the Rhyme: An Anthology of Female Poets & Emcees (July 2006), featuring the work of fifty internationally/nationally known women poets. DuEwa resides in New York.
Visit her website at www.DuEwaWorld.com and connect with her at Twitter.com/DuEwaWorld
New York Times Best selling author, Margaret Brownley will be our exciting guest.
Margaret Brownley is a New York Times bestselling author with more than 30 novels to her credit including her newly released western romance Gunpowder Tea.
Second chapter of the life and experiences of Former Chicago Gang Leader, Jose Velez, who discusses his life in the streets and how he is working now to stop the violence of today's gangbangers and become a vessel for peace.
The life and experiences of Former Chicago Gang Leader, Jose Velez, who discusses his life in the streets and how he is working now to stop the violence of today's gangbangers and become a vessel for peace.
Author Hank Quense stops by to discuss his Shakespearean spoof called Falstaff's Big Gamble.
Karen Magill is our special guest. She will discuss her paranormal love story, 'The Bond'.
Author and Spoken Word artist, Eric Hawkins talks about his upcoming book, 'HAWK TAWK The First prophet'. He Speaks from Experience Knowledge and wisdom Of Higher Power as well as life itself
Author of the great book, 'The Frugal Book Promoter', Carolyn Howard-Johnson, will be our exciting guest.
Author Jonathan Maxwell will be our guest. We will discuss his latest book, 'Piltdown Man and Other Hoaxes', a lighthearted examination of scientific frauds through history, such as the Minnesota Iceman Hoax.
Dr. David Che will be on the show and he will discuss his book, TOTAL LAW OF ATTRACTION.
Robert Pearson guests and talks about 'Uncle Yah Yah: 21st Century Man of Wisdom (Vol 2.)' by: Al Dickens.
Author Sarah Tate will be our special guest. She will discuss her books, 'Web of Lies - My Life with a Narcissist' and 'Renaissance - A Journal of Discovery'.
Author Jesse L. Mayfield will be our guest. He will read from and discuss his excellent book, 'Away From My Mother's Watchful Eye'.
Author Robert Earle will be our special guest on April 8th. He will read from and discuss his book, 'The Man Clothed In Linen'.
Rebecca Guevara will be our special guest. She will dicuss her book, 'Blossoms of the Lower Branches'.
Author Adrianne Sainte Eve will be our guest on January 29th. She will discuss her breakout novel, 'Horizontal Collaborator'.
Stephen L. Brayton will be our special guest. He owns and operates Brayton’s BlackBelt Academy in Oskaloosa , Iowa . He is a Fifth Degree Black Belt and certified instructor in The American Taekwondo Association.He began writing as a child; his first short story concerned a true incident about his reactions to discipline.
Bianca Emery is the owner & founder of BE Entertainment & Productions. Writing and putting on events has always been her passion. After writing her book, Getting Our Steps In Order: A Transformation From Life's Unpredictability To God's Certainty, she began to write plays.
Author Joanne Lécuyer is our special guest. She will discuss her latest book, 'Kaptain Vamp'.
Award winning author, Brett Battles, is our guest. We we be discussing his books and the future of publishing.
Author and Musician, Jack Batcher is our guest. He will discuss his latest book, 'Under A Thunder Moon'.
Discussion with author, Ken Lang, who will talk about his book, ‘Walking Among The Dead’.
Discussion with author and book marketer, Aggie Villanueva, who will discuss her book, 'The Rewritten Word'.
Discussion with author Barbara Forte Abate who will talk about her novel, 'The Secret Of Lies'.
The Funky Writer celebrates its 100th show with a discussion with author Judith Kendall. She'll talk about her book, 'Overtime'.
Discussion with author, J.A. Adams, who will talk about her latest book, 'Purple Haze'.
Discussion with Author M.M. Anderson, who will dicuss her current book, 'Werewolf Dreams' and also the changes in the field of publishing.
Discussion with Survivor, Advocate and Author, Stephanie L. Jones, who will discuss her groundbreaking book, ‘The Enemy Between My Legs”.
Discussion with author and book publicist, Lisa Watson, who will discuss her book, 'Interview with Love'.
Author Irene L. Pynn will be our guest. We will discuss her book, 'From Light To Dark.'
Author, publisher and host of The Funky Writer Show, Rob Batista will spotlight and read from his upcoming book of poems and short stories, ‘Hate The Game’.
Author Linda Prather will be our guest. We will discuss the the state of publishing and the future of ebooks.
Discussion with author Anjuelle Floyd, who will talk about her latest novel, 'The House'.
The Funk Soul Cafe Premier. The writers scheduled to preform are: Anjuelle Floyd, Calvin Walker, Kim Ward, Glenn Ford, Lisa Watson, Otis Randolf, Donnell Stewart, Irene L. Pynn, R. A. Nelson, M.M. Anderson, James Lewis, Nadine P. Simmons, and Robert Batista.
Discussion with Author Leola Butler. We will be discussing her book, ‘Trapped By A Dream: When Fates Collide’.
Author and Publisher K.L. Belvin and author and activist Jovan Roseboro will be our exciting guests.
Discussion with Author Gina Holmes, who will talk about debut novel, ‘Crossing Oceans’.
Discussion with Children’s Author Tiffany Flowers, who will discuss her book, 'For Those Who Stare At The Moon'.
Discussion with author Nadine P. Simmons, who will talk about her book, 'Faith Reclaimed, A Single Parent's Journey Out Of Darkness'.
Discussion with author and marketing coach, Carolyn Howard-Johnson, who will discuss her new book, Frugal and Focused--Tweeting for Retailers.
Discussion with Author, Otis Randolf who will introduce his new novel, 'The Frog Pond'.
Discussion with Nneka J. Howell 'The Lady Poet', who will discuss her new book, 'Real Women Get Their Hands Dirty'.
Discussion with Author and Historian, Jonathan Maxwell, who will discuss his book, 'Murderous Intellectuals'
Discussion with author, Ja'Nese Dixon, who will discuss her upcoming book, 'Black Diamond'.
Roundtable discussion with authors from the upcoming RT Booklovers Convention, founded by Kathryn Falk.
Discussion with Author Nakiesia Reid, who will talk about her first novel, ‘Love Finally’.
Discussion with author, Mike Warren, who will discuss his books, 'A Private Affair' and 'Sweet Swagger'.
Discussion with author, Jatana Williams, who will discuss her book, 'In My Prayers, with my legs Wide Open'.
Discussion with author, Nate Kenyon, who will discuss his books, 'The Bone Factory' and 'The Reach'.
Discussion with author M.M. Anderson, who will discuss her Y.A. novel, 'Werewolf Dreams'.
Discussion with author and illustrator, Nehprii Amenii, who will discuss her book, Memories of the Little Elephant.
Discussion with Author Andrea M. Kulman, who will talk about and read from her book, 'Adventures Of Charlie and Doo Doo'.
Discussion with author, LaRita C., who will discuss her popular book, 'Love Without A Limit' and her new publishing company: Go Getta Publications.
Discussion with author Shani Greene-Dowdell. She will discuss her books 'Keeping It Tight' and 'Secrets Of A Kept Woman'.
Discussion with author and publisher ZANE. Who will discuss her upcoming book, her TV show on Cinemax and her criteria for accepting manuscripts for publication.
Discussion with author Kaya Cassan, who will be talking about her book, 'Accidental Bitch'.
Author Rob Batista reads his powerful short story 'My Baby Has No Name.' A young girl tries to find love among the gangs and violence of her 'hood. When her child is finally born, she stubbornly refuses to give it a name. A riveting story you’ll never forget.
Discussion with author, motivational speaker and life coach Lynn Serafinn, who will discuss her book, 'The Garden Of The Soul: Lessons from 4 flowers that unearth the Self'.
Discussion with author and metaphysics teacher, Peter C. Rogers, who will be discussing his book, 'Ultimate Truth: Book I'.
Discussion with author, R.A. Nelson, who will talk about his latest book, 'DAYS OF LITTLE TEXAS'.
Discussion with author and talk show host, Barry Eva, who will be discussing his latest book, 'Across The Pond'.
Discussion with author, Diane Tegarden and her latest book, 'Anti-Vigilante and The Rips in Time'.
Discussion with author and attorney Jonathan Miller, who will be discussing his book, 'La Bajada Lawyer'.
Discussion with author, Antwan Floyd, who will be talking about his current book 'Crew Love'.
Discussion with author Brandi L.Bates, who will be discussing her novel, 'Head Mistress'.
Discussion with author and talk show host, Jack Batcher. We'll talk about his book 'Death Of A Pop-Star', and other projects.
Discussion with author Darryl E Robidoux, who will be talking about his book, 'Home After Dark'.
Spotlight of Contest winners from the 'Let's Write Out Loud Program' of Southern California
Discussion with Ex New York Knick Basketball Star, Dick Barnett about his book, 'The Athlete Negro--Potential Citizen Of The World'.
Discussion with Author N.Quamere Cincere about his compelling book about the true history of Africans and African-Americans.
Discussion with the writer, JaMika Witherspoon, AKA, "JamPoet" on the dropping of her new Spoken Word CD.
Discussion with Author Bennie Cross, who will talk about his book, 'Being Married And Loving It'.
Discussion with Author Charlie Renne who will talk about his true story 'A Truck Fell On Me'.
Discussion with author Michelle McGriff who will be talking about her lastest book, 'Last Breath'
Discussion with Y.A. author Simone Elkeles, who will be talking about her latest book, 'Perfect Chemistry'.
Discussion With Author Stephanie L. Jones. We will talk about her ground-breaking book, "The Enemy Between My Legs".
Discussion With Author and Poet Hannah L. Drake and her book, 'Views From The Back Pew'
Live Performance Of Rob Batista's Powerful Short Story 'My Baby Has No Name'. A young girl is trying to find love among the gangs and violence of her 'hood. When her child is finally born, she stubbornly refuses to give it a name. A riveting story you’ll never forget. Performed By Seema Ramnarine