A Book and a Chat

American journalist John-Manuel Andriote is today's guest on a "A Book and a Chat" .

John-Manuel has written about health, medicine, politics and culture for the Washington Post as well as other newspapers and magazines. He has specialized in reporting on HIV and AIDS beginning in 1986.

His book Victory Deferred won the 2000 Lambda Literary Awards "Editors' Choice" award. It was named an "honored book" by the American Library Association and a finalist in its gay/lesbian nonfiction awards. His first children's book, Wilhelmina Goes Wandering, based on the true story of a runaway cow and illustrated by Vermont-based artist Katie Runde, will be published in early 2014.

there s so much more to chat to this guest about including Sir Elton John.. but you'll have to lsten to the show to find out about that.

2014 starts of with Todd Brockdorf as my guest on "A Book and a Chat"

Todd Brockdorf. is NOT an astronaut, a professional athlete, or a reality TV star (yet). he simply is a regular guy who discovered how to excel beyond the ordinary and find what moves him in life.

As the best-selling author of Better than Average: Excelling in a Mediocre World, he's a frequent speaker leading programs and training for corporations, non-profit associations, and colleges and universities who want to be Better than Average in order to stand out from the crowd.

My guest today is contcontemporary romance author Laura V Hilton, her books include the wonderful series "The Amish of Seymour series and now her latest novel in "The Amish of Webster County" in the form of "Awakened Love".

At this time of year what could be better than to feel the warmth of a good romance novel.

Looking forward to chatting to Laura

Allan Topol national bessselling author of lightning paced thriller and International Intrigueis my guest on today's "A Book and a Chat". Chatting baout his latest book "The Russian Endgame", which is another thriller featuring Craig Page and Elizabeth Crowder novel.

The Russian Endgame delivers an electrifying, gripping expedition into the world of international intrigue. At the same time, the focus is on China's theft of advanced U.S. military systems and an alliance between China and a resurgent Russia in a plot to damage the United States.

Travel with Craig between Moscow, Beijing, Paris, Bali, Las Vegas, Monte Carlo, and Washington. Share the danger that Elizabeth faces as a dangle to infiltrate the Chinese Russian conspiracy. Following on the heels of The China Gambit and The Spanish Revenge, The Russian Endgame offers a riveting conclusion to a dangerous three part game of conspiracy, politics, and greed.

For my 700th show I have author Vangie Williams as my guest. She is an author, writer, professional genealogist, historian, speaker, project manager, real estate agent and advocate for mental health care and rights. 

Vangie has a passion for writing and enjoy spinning tale after tale for all to enjoy through her Historical Romance series the Broken Life Journals with her first book "A Fight for Forever" as the series beginning.  She is currently writing the second book of the series "A Memory Not Forgotten" as well as a new Paranormal Romance "Whisper".

My guest on today's "A Book and a Chat" is Jodi Foster, an author, radio, and TV personality, and was the star of the Syfy channel's Paranormal Witness episode entitled, "The Apartment."

Forgotten Burial is her debut non-fiction book an account of actual events linked to a well known murder and abduction case that reached sensational proportions in the mid-1980s, bringing to light the term, Stockholm syndrome.

Today's guest Michelle Craft is a Life Transformation Guide, Inspirational Speaker, Writer, Artist, Teacher and Visualizing Video Producer.

Michelle will be along to chat about many things including her new novel "Far From the Apple Tree" which is an inspirational new age novel taking place throughout the world.

Elizabeth Romero interest in writing started with reading as a child when books would whisk her away to wonderful places. Her own novel was always waiting for just the right time.

When hurricane Katrina hit in 2005 she moved to Las Vegas, Nevada to wait out the economy. It was there that the time was right and she started her first novel which was on and off the back burner for several years.

 ‘Means To An End’ is her first novel in a Trio of novels based on this character and the next ‘The Watched’, a psychological thriller is in the works.

With the heart of a teacher and the patience of a friend, Joel Boggess  blends his educational experience, (a Master’s in Counseling and an MBA) together with a passion for helping others to realize their God-given potential.

In his book In Finding Your Voice, life coach and motivational speaker Joel empowers you to live an authentic and more meaningful life. Using his own story of trauma, tragedy and triumph, he demonstrates that although your past plays into your present it doesn't have to determine your destiny. In addition to his own experience, Joel offers a number of real-life accounts of the growth and success his clients have experienced. These examples bring to life the truths Boggess offers. Highly relatable and immediately applicable, Finding Your Voice will help you get back in touch with the real you and live your best possible life.

Today's guest as Karen Klassen,she is founder of Women Embracing Brilliance, author of The Freedom Frequency Book, an Empowerment and Enlightenment Coach, Certified Facilitator, and Inspirational Speaker.  Her purpose and passion is to empower women to view their life from the highest perspective and fully step into their divine feminine power.

Her mission is to serve others so they can expand their capacity to receive optimal health, higher love and prosperity.

Her book "The Freedom Frequency" has been described as "one of the best-written self-help books I’ve read."