Calling non-fiction readers who care about social issues—join us for the #PenPOSSE Podcast with ANAV, author of The Invisible America: Why is the Richest Country in the World hiding its most embarrassing failure of all time—The War to End Poverty? We’re featuring author ANAV, a military veteran who grew up in poverty and wrote a powerful book examining the lasting impact of poverty in the U.S. He explores why the “war on poverty,” first launched by President Lyndon B. Johnson in 1964, has faded—and what real reform in education, healthcare, social welfare, and public safety could look like today.With nearly 38 million Americans still living in poverty, this conversation challenges us to refocus on the issues that matter and remember the power of our voices—and our votes.#poverty

Join us on the #PenPOSSE Podcast hosted by Michelle D. Jackson for a special conversation with Children's Book Author Devina Parker, aka Ms. Dee The Feelings Therapist. Devina shares her children’s book, Oh, No, We’re Moving!, a heartfelt story about coping with change through the eyes of Victoria, a young girl and daughter who feels scared and overwhelmed when her parents tell her they must move. Unsure of what the future holds, Victoria struggles—until her parents introduce her to her “Feelings Therapist,” Ms. Dee, who helps her see things from a new perspective. Will Victoria learn to be brave and embrace change? Tune in to find out—and don’t forget to grab your copy of this beautiful and relatable book!Purchase a copy of Devina Parker’s Book at https://www.thefeelingstherapist.com/about-devina-parker#militarylife #childrensbook

Check out the #PenPOSSE Podcast Author Interview with Tonya Jones, author of the gripping medical thriller The Silent Pulse: Whispers of Deceit. In this powerful conversation, Tonya shares the inspiration behind her suspense-filled novel that exposes corruption within the healthcare system, the moral weight of truth versus silence, and how her real-life experience as a nurse, U.S. Navy veteran, and advocate shaped the story. We’ll also talk about her journey as an author, her transition into dramatic fiction, and how purpose, faith, and resilience guide her work. Don’t miss this compelling episode filled with insight, heart, and behind-the-scenes perspective from a writer using her voice to spark awareness and change. Tune in and be part of the conversation on the #PenPOSSE Podcast.To order her book, go to www.direct2author.com.

Author Michelle D. Jackson shares a powerful reflection on true love—God’s love—and how it transformed her life. In The Three Things I Learned About Love That Changed My Life, she reveals three truths that changed everything:💛 You can love someone who doesn’t love you back.💛 Love is a victimless act.💛 Love does love you back.
Follow her on IG @jackson.michelle; FB at authormichelledjackson and medium at Michelle D. Jackson. To find her books visit www.authormichelledjackson.com.#god #love #forgiveness #christmas #inspiration

Meet the winners:Winner's List | Interview TimesPoetry CategorySun., Oct. 19 @ 6:30 PM CST: 1st Place: Lou Bell: “What do you want, Blues, You, The Moon and the Sun, Tell me Something”Sat., Oct. 18 @ 11:15 AM CST: 2nd Place: Esther Okossi: “Layla”Sat. Oct. 18 @ 11:15 AM CST: 3rd Place: Jennifer Williams: “Her Story, Her Voice”Non-Fiction CategorySat. Oct. 18 @ 10:30 AM CST: 1st Place: Dorothy Lennon: “Pretty-Faced Boys”Sat., Oct. 18 @ 11:15 AM CST: 2nd Place: Valerie Twyman: “Blue Butterfly: Exploitations of Innocence”Sat., Oct. 18 @ 11:15 AM CST: 3rd Place: Jason (Jahsun) Dorsey: “Shades of Survival: A Poetic Life”Fiction CategorySun., Oct. 19 @ 5:00 PM CST: 1st Place: Cathelina Duvert: "Phinelie and Amelie"Sun., Oct. 19 @5:45 PM CST: 2nd Place: Gregory Newton: “This Holliday Ground”Sun., Oct. 19 @ 5:45 PM CST: 3rd Place: Christopher Doyle: “The Men From Macon"

Meet the winners:Winner's List | Interview Times
Poetry Category
Sun., Oct. 19 @ 6:30 PM CST: 1st Place: Lou Bell: “What do you want, Blues, You, The Moon and the Sun, Tell me Something”
Sat., Oct. 18 @ 11:15 AM CST: 2nd Place: Esther Okossi: “Layla”
Sat. Oct. 18 @ 11:15 AM CST: 3rd Place: Jennifer Williams: “Her Story, Her Voice”
Non-Fiction Category
Sat. Oct. 18 @ 10:30 AM CST: 1st Place: Dorothy Lennon: “Pretty-Faced Boys”
Sat., Oct. 18 @ 11:15 AM CST: 2nd Place: Valerie Twyman: “Blue Butterfly: Exploitations of Innocence”
Sat., Oct. 18 @ 11:15 AM CST: 3rd Place: Jason (Jahsun) Dorsey: “Shades of Survival: A Poetic Life”
Fiction Category
Sun., Oct. 19 @ 5:00 PM CST: 1st Place: Cathelina Duvert: "Phinelie and Amelie"
Sun., Oct. 19 @5:45 PM CST: 2nd Place: Gregory Newton: “This Holliday Ground”
Sun., Oct. 19 @ 5:45 PM CST: 3rd Place: Christopher Doyle: “The Men From Macon"

✨ NEW EPISODE ALERT! ✨Welcome to the #PenPOSSE Podcast, your go-to space for real conversations about the art of writing, the path to publishing, and the strategy behind book marketing. Special Guest Authors: Tamara Morgan, Author of Done in the Dark; Cecily Shelton, Author of The Language of Grief and Living Through the Pain, and Natalie Murphy, Author of Dear Butterfly, Make Room for Romance, and September to SummerHost: Michelle Jackson, Author of From Darkness to Night, The Heart of a Man, and Poppi Makes Cajun Popcorn MagicFind these books on www.direct2author.comJoin us as we share creative insights, author journeys, and industry know-how to help you build your brand and bring your story to life. Whether you’re drafting your debut or promoting your latest release, this podcast is your writing tribe. 💥View on https://www.direct2author.com/penpossepodcast and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bw_workspaceTo become a D2A exclusive member and upload your book, visit here.🎧 Tune in. Learn. Build. Write your story.#PenPOSSEPodcast #WritersLife #BookMarketing #AuthorCommunity #WritingTips #IndieAuthor

Author interview with Amadou Camara, author of newly released memoir “Climbing The Hill: A Story of Struggle and Survival”.IG: @climbing_thehill/Host: Author Michelle D. Jackson, Founder of the Black Writers Workspace and Direct2Author.comIG: @jackson.michelle @black_writers_workspaceBorn into hardship in Dar es Salam in Guinea Conakry, Amadou faced a childhood where survival was never guaranteed. Yet even amid overwhelming circumstances, he dared to dream of a better life. With unwavering determination and strength, he carved a path forward, ultimately transforming himself from a struggling boy into a successful architectural designer in the U.S.This deeply moving memoir explores themes of perseverance, trauma, healing, and the transformative power of vision. More than a personal account, Climbing The Hill is a universal story for anyone who has ever fought to rise above their beginnings and believed in something greater beyond the struggle.Order a copy on www.direct2author.com.To tune in on YouTubeTo tune in on Facebook, go to:   / authormichelledjackson  

Book Excerpt - Chapter OneFrom Darkness to Night by Author Michelle D. Jackson. Title: Boiled Water
Reneata and her mother accept the fate of their family.
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Book Synopsis: When Reneata Morris discovers her beloved brother Ervin—an art prodigy fighting his way back from addiction—has been murdered, her world shatters. Wracked with guilt and grief, she attempts to end her own life, only to awaken within the sterile walls of Bethany Skylar Mental Institution.
Haunted by memories and desperate for answers, Reneata finds an unexpected ally in Dr. Bobby Brown, a compassionate and charismatic psychiatrist determined to guide her toward healing. But as their sessions unfold, hidden truths begin to surface—truths Dr. Brown is not entirely innocent of.
Because Bobby knows more about Ervin’s final days than he dares to admit. And buried beneath Reneata’s pain lies a devastating family secret her mother has fought to keep hidden. Now, as Reneata edges closer to uncovering the past, both doctor and patient must face the question: will the truth set her free—or destroy her completely?

Are you a child of divorce? Don't miss this honest and authentic conversation on the latest #PenPOSSE with Tara Seals, author of Divorce: The Unspoken Childhood Trauma, and host, Michelle Jackson, Author and Founder of the Black Writers Workspace.