Jolene's Book and Writers Talk

Unveiling Bill Smith's Legacy: An Interview with Author Joanne Spiller

In this episode of Jolene's Book and Writers Talk podcast, sponsored by Southern Dragon Publishing, host Jolene interviews author and curator Joanne Spiller. Joanne shares her journey from director of education at the Jefferson County History and Art Center to becoming an author and curator of Bill Smith's jewelry collection. Discover the challeng...

Exploring Historical Romance with Award-Winning Author Sarah Hendess

In this episode of 'Jolene's Books and Writer Talk,' proudly sponsored by Southern Dragon Publishing, we welcome Sarah Hendess, an award-winning romance author, historian, teacher, and co-owner of a small press. Sarah shares her insights into her writing process, historical research methods, and her experiences with traditional and self-publishing. ...

Teen Author Millennia's Thriving Fantasy Series | Jolene's Books and Writers Talk

Welcome back to Jolene's Books and Writers Talk, where host Jolene highlights the journey of Millennia, a dynamic teenage author who has already self-published two books in her 'Lost Souls Fantasy' series while balancing high school and college. This episode dives into her experiences with platforms like KDP Select, her marketin...

Interview with Marie Morton: Author and Festival Organizer

In this episode of Jolene's Books and Writers Talk, brought to you by Southern Dragons Publishing, Jolene interviews Marie Morton, a multifaceted author and the coordinator of the Literary Indulgence Festival. Set for June 28th, 2025, this community-driven festival at the Historic Friday Music Hall in Jacksonville offers live music, food trucks, children's storyt...

Interview with Prolific Author CS Bennett: From BedtimeStories to Hollywood Screenplays

In this episode of Jolene's Books and Writers Talk, hostJolene welcomes acclaimed author CS Bennett. A versatile writer and president of the First Coast Romance Writers, Bennett discusses his journey from telling bedtime stories to siblings to authoring almost 20 books across multiplegenres. Highlighting his diverse career, Bennett delves...

Heartfelt Debut: Tracy Jackson on 'This Love' and Navigating the Author World

In this episode of Jolene's Books and Writers Talk, we welcome Tracy Jackson, a debut memoir author with her book 'This Love: Love that Covers a Multitude of Sins,' Volumes 1 and 2. Tracy shares her deeply personal journey of over 32 years of marriage, a life of travel with her retired Air Force husband, and her experiences in marriage...

Exploring the Depths of Storytelling with Joan T. Warren | Jolene's Books and Writers Talk Podcast

Join host Jolene in this episode of Jolene's Books and Writers Talk podcast as she interviews Joan T. Warren, a retired occupational therapist turned full-time author. Joan discusses her latest historical fiction novel, 'The Ventry Path, A Secret Trail of Tears,' which delves into multi-generational trauma and recovery....

Discover the Magic of 'The Dragon's Tooth' with Fantasy Author Benjamin Coward

In this engaging episode of Jolene's Books and Writers Talk podcast, we welcome fantasy author Benjamin Coward, whose debut novel, 'The Dragon's Tooth,' is making waves in the genre. Recorded just before his appearance at the Literary Indulgence Festival, Benjamin talks about his inspiration, world-building, and storytellin...

Exploring the Journey of Christian Author Dr. Grace M. Davidson

Today on Jolene's Books and Writers Talk, we welcome Christian author and Bible teacher Dr. Grace M. Davidson. Dr. Davidson shares her insights on what makes a writer, the difference between a writer and an author, and her inspiration behind her debut book, 'The Redemptive Story of Christmas.' She also discusses dealing with writer's block, the therapeut...

Unlocking the Mind: Dr. Jaya Explores 'Baby Senses' and the World of Sensory Neuroscience

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Jaya, a neuroscientist, engineer, artist, and award-winning author of 'Baby Senses,' a sensory neuroscience primer for all ages. Dr. Jaya discusses her journey in combining art and science, her self-publishing experience, and the creative process behind 'Baby Senses,' a book that explores 16 fascinating hum...

Interview with Children's Author Jennifer Nestor: EmpoweringStories and Writing Journeys

Welcome to Jolene's Books and Writers Talk! In this episode,host Jolene MacFadden interviews children's author Jennifer Nestor about herbook 'Jane Escapes to the Jungle of Individuality,' self-publishingexperiences, and her advice for new authors. Jennifer discusses the importanceof nurturing individuality and self-worth in c...

Join multi-genre author Debra Parmley as she shares her experiences and insights on writing, living as a full-time RVer, and adapting to changes in her life. Known for her military romantic suspense novels and 1920s romance series, Debra has authored over 40 books. She discusses her journey from traditional to indie publishing, the importance of making books accessible through large print and audio formats, and her innovative use o...

Interview with Author Lori Thorn: Navigating Indie Publishing & Paranormal Romance

Join us as we sit down with contemporary romance author Lori Thorn. Lori shares insights into her writing journey, life in Clearwater, Florida, and her latest book, 'Enchanting Elixirs.' Discover her transition into paranormal romance, her strong presence on TikTok, and her experiences with indie publishing. Lori also discusses her aspiration to c...

Lana McAra: Award-Winning Author & Ghostwriter Shares Her Writing Journey and Tips

Join us in an engaging discussion with Lana McAra, an accomplished author and ghostwriter with 45 published titles and over a million copies sold. Lana, a 2001 Christie Award winner, shares her journey of writing, editing, and coaching, elaborating on her latest novel 'The Englewood Medium: Shaken, but Not Stirred.' Dive into her exper...

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Hannah Hart, a self-published author of "The Ugly Side of the F Word," as she discusses her motivations for writing the book, aimed at helping women navigate their career journeys, achieve work-life balance, and prioritize their mental and physical health. Learn about her experiences with self-publishing, her passion for helping women through challenging life events, and her thou...

In this episode, Linda Hansen, an 80-year-old watercolor artist turned children's book author, shares her serendipitous journey into writing and illustrating. Linda, who never intended to be an author, discusses her self-publishing experiences, the importance of marketing, and her successes with platforms like Amazon and IngramSpark. She also touches on the challenges and rewards of selling books independently and through books...

Exploring 'Heart of the World' with Author T.F. Burke

Join YA author T.F. Burke as she delves into her debut novel, 'Fairies Don't Lie,' and shares insights on her upcoming sequel, 'Fairies Don't Forgive.' Burke discusses the importance of belonging, the inspiration behind her unique fairy creatures, and the creative process behind her Heart of the World series. She also shares her experiences wit...

Get ready for an inspiring and dynamic conversation on this episode of Jolene's Book and Writers Talk Podcast! We're sitting down with Gainesville's own Mallory O'Connor, an art historian turned novelist and curator extraordinaire. From her acclaimed memoir The Kitchen and the Studio: A Memoir of Food and Art to her sweeping American River Trilogy and her dive into paranormal sci-fi, Mallory’s creativity knows no bo...

Jolenes Book and Writers Talk - Year 3 Episode 6 - Author Maggie Fitzroy joins me to talk about her latest book and other things in regards to writing and the writing business. Please visit her website: https://maggiefitzroy.com/ Indie Authors we can help you get your book formatted and published, create a website and begin your book marketing journey through social media. Please subscribe, like, share and comment on all of our ...