Hocking Hills Book Fair Author Podcast
Step into the world of stories, creativity, and inspiration as we bring you exclusive conversations with the talented authors featured at the Hocking Hills Book Fair. Whether they’re seasoned wordsmiths or debut voices, our guests share their unique journeys, writing processes, and the stories behind their work. In each episode, we’ll dive into the minds of these amazing storytellers, offering a behind-the-scenes look at their literary adventures. You’ll discover what sparks their creativity, the challenges they’ve faced, and the messages they hope to share through their words. So, whether you’re a book lover, an aspiring writer, or just curious about the magic of storytelling, you’ve come to the right place. Let’s celebrate the power of books and the authors who bring them to life. Grab a comfy seat and your favorite beverage—it’s time to be inspired!
Episodes
Tim Baden takes us through his process of writing about his life. Everyone's experiences are unique, and each person walks their own path in life. Tim uses his book to share some of those unique experiences and how he went about putting those into a book.
In this episode, Becky Handa talks about the history behind Young Voices From A Small Town. The Tomcat Bridgebuilders fight against substance abuse in their community. This is a collection of essays from students in 4th-8th grade. They have a goal to help the community stay drug-free, and the proceeds from the book go towards this goal. Listen to the behind-the-scenes of this book and always remember to say no to drugs.
Jerry Roth dives into the history behind his horror books Bottom Feeders, On the Tip of her Tongue, and his upcoming release, Ghost From a Yard Sale. He talks about his writing process, how he creates his stories, his inspirations, and more. If you love all things spooky, this episode is for you!
Matthew Caracciolo takes us back in time to 2013 when he and his wife traveled to South Korea to teach English. He shares his experience traveling and turning those memories into his book. Follow him through his journey of travel and writing.
Timothy J. Brown talks about leadership. He's held multiple leadership positions. His book discusses how he got where he is and who helped and inspired him. He gives advice, tells stories, and shares his past experiences that made him who he is today.
Allison Kennedy takes the time to dive into the past and future of her characters in her small-town romance novel "The Way Home". The book is full of romance, second chances, spice, and love. She speaks about the inspiration behind the characters and the story as well as future plans for the book.
Celeste Parsons shares her experience writing in multiple genres. She expresses her creativity and ideas with whatever genre best fits that theme. She reveals old ideas she's never published and gives listeners an inside look at her process. She also speaks about how she finds her ideas, or more so, how the ideas find her.
Curtis takes us back in time to the 1800s in Chauncey, Ohio. He takes us along the journey of his relatives during and after the Civil War. Immerse yourself in the history behind his family and his novels. Listen as he explains his research and writing process while also sharing history from his own life.
Terri Mash shares her life experiences that inspired her book, "A Cultured Girl." It's a mix of fictional and nonfiction stories. She even read her favorite poem, which was inspired by her grandmother. This episode dives into her past, which helped her create the book, and her present as a published author.
Listen as Dr. JW Smith shares the story and inspiration behind his book. Learn about his experiences from teaching to singing and touring around the world.
Joy MillerUpton shares the life experiences that inspired her book. Learn more about her and the stories she's shared with the world. Make sure to check out her book Journeys: Finding Joy on Horseback.
Patricia Black is a local author of Athens who has published two children's books. Join us as she discusses her love of poetry and writing. Learn more about the details from her books and her writing process.
Dr. Carolyn Bailey Lewis shares her battle with health issues, which inspired her book Love and Loss: The Storied Nature of Nursing Home Care. We also discuss her career, her life, and her future book plans.
Life is a great thing. This episode discusses John Williams and his life, which inspired his book Worth Going Back. You can find his book on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Walmart, and the Hocking Hills Book Fair.
Meet Kathy Elasky, the author of the Pudgy Possum series. She discusses her series, its inspiration, and advice for upcoming authors.
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