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George turned to writing after his professional golf aspirations didn’t pan out. For more than 40 years he was a journalist, reporter, editor, and editorial writer. Now George is a successful novelist with six published books of his own and several novels ghostwritten for clients. His latest novel At Play in the Seas of the Lord, a modern day treasure hunting tale, tackles the most difficult questions in Christianity: Why do bad things happen to good people? And, If there is a kind and loving God, why was there a Holocaust?

Susanne’s first novel of fifteen was picked up by the first agent who read it. Her novel Innocent Little Crimes made the top 100 in the 2009 Amazon Breakthrough Novel contest - and anyone who has ever entered a writing contest knows what a feather in her cap that is. Susanne currently works as a freelance copyeditor and writing coach, and teaches writing at conferences. Her website Live Write Thrive is dedicated to helping writers learn the craft of writing, with tips on how to thrive and prosper through understanding changing publishing trends - which of course is exactly what this podcast is all about.

Dawn began her career in TV and though she’s been on both sides of the camera, she prefers to lurk behind the lens. Mostly, she loves to get lost in stories – in film, the theater, or on the page – and is a sucker for both the sinister and the sappy. During her time in television, Dawn interviewed a bunch of cool people and a few jerks, but her lips are sealed on that because she’s a professional and maybe just a tad bit afraid of conflict. Dawn lives in the Twin Cities with her funny husband, adorable son, and naughty dog. The Cutting Room Floor is her debut YA novel.

Dan’s the author of the New York Times best-selling books 48 Days To The Work You Love, No More Dreaded Mondays and Wisdom Meets Passion. He’s a highly sought out speaker, has 130,000+ people subscribed to his weekly newsletter, and his 48 Days Podcast consistently ranks in the top 3 under Careers on iTunes. Dan believes that meaningful work blends our natural skills and abilities, our unique personality traits, and our dreams and passions; and that a clear sense of direction can help us become all that God designed us to be. Dan’s active in helping individuals redirect careers, evaluate new income sources, and achieve balanced living. And that’s just skimming the top of the iceberg, so to speak. Take notes, because I’m anticipating a powerful show!

Bob has been a professional writer and marketer since 1979. As the author of more than 80 books, he earns more than half a million dollars a year from his freelance writing and is a self-made multi-millionaire. Have we got your attention? Bob has ours! Because if that isn’t enough talent rolled into one person, McGraw-Hill calls Bob Bly "America's top copywriter." His copywriting clients include a Who’s Who list of Fortune 500 companies. Bob has presented marketing, sales, and writing seminars internationally, and has also taught business-to-business copywriting and technical writing at New York University.

Greg is a Best-Selling Author and Marketing Expert. He is the CEO of Celebrity Expert Marketing and has co-authored Best-Selling books with Jack Canfield, Brian Tracy, Dan Kennedy, Tom Hopkins... and the list goes on. Greg’s work has been featured on FOX News, ABC, NBC, CBS, CNN, the USA Today, Inc Magazine, the Wall Street Journal, the Daily Buzz and more. Wow. A former touring musician, Greg is highly sought after as a speaker and has spoken all over the world.

Michelle Weidenbenner is living her dream—writing every day and thanking God for the stories He puts in her path. Her debut novel, Cache a Predator, is a geocaching mystery and an Amazon bestseller in the thriller/crime category. Michelle’s next project, Love is Just a Word, a Young Adult novel about a Russian orphan, is slated to be released January 2014. This novel won the Aspiring Writers Competition sponsored by Write on Con and The Reading Room. Michelle blogs at Random Writing Rants where she teaches and encourages writers how to get published.

Janet is a talented educator and author who has succeeded in a multitude of different genres, including literary, fiction, non-fiction, and poetry. Janet received her Ph.D in English from the University of Chicago and is President of the Michigan College English Association. Janet’s fiction picture book for children about bullying, entitled How the Moon Regained Her Shape, has won numerous awards including a Book Sense Pick, Children’s Choices selection, the Benjamin Franklin Award, and a Gold Medal in the Moonbeam Children’s Book Awards.

Jim’s a bit like a Swiss army knife when it comes to his many talents. He’s consistently recognized as one of the Internet’s top small business influencers. And he’s also the inspiration behind digitalbooklaunch.com, a website designed to help writers and authors navigate and succeed in the online publishing world. Jim has also traveled both the traditional and self-publishing routes and currently serves as a Program Faculty Member for the University of San Francisco’s Internet Marketing Program. He’s authored 8 books and his TedTalk on happiness is a must watch video. Really!