Sharon Allen is a prolific author who came to her career later in life.  Although she always want to write from the time she was in college, she didn't receive a lot of encouragement.  Marriage, family and work took most of her time so she put her dreams of writing away.  However, it is never too late.  After raising children and retiring, she decided to try her hand at expanding on those short stories that she enjoyed writing when in college.  She took the characters and the circumstances and created a longer Romance entitled "The Swing" about 4 couples from high school. It was the thrill of a life-time to hold her published book in her hands and to realize that she could indeed write and be a published author.  Sharon wants you to know that if you dream of writing and publishing a book, don't let anyone or anything stop you.  If she can do it, you can too.  Sharon's other romance books are: "Two Hearts, Two Loves," "A Second Love," "Escape to Live," and "My 3 Loves."  Her children's books are "Cloie's New School," "Jake: Homeless to Hero," "Charlie's Dream," and "Lizzie To The Rescue."  Her books can be found on Amazon.com and you can follow her there or on Facebook under Sharon Flanery Allen.

Shanna D. Kabatznick (SHAH-nuh kah-BATS-nik) Be FAB. FEARLESS AUTHENTIC AND BOLD. Shanna is a connector that believes that all women are FABULOUS! She is motivated to make a difference in women's lives by empowering them through community, speaking and consulting.  She is the CEO at FAB Women and  leads the FAB WOMEN group on Facebook that creates a space for women of all walks of life, all professions and all lifestyles to learn, laugh and connect while becoming more fearless, authentic and bold. She was born in Quito, Ecuador but came to the United States on Vacation and ended up staying here.  You can listen to the podcast to hear this interesting backstory.  I know you will enjoy this interview with Shanna.  If you want to connect reach out to her at https://www.facebook.com/skabatznick or search FABWomen.

Donald L. De Noyer is a 27 year military veteran who continues to serve his country and community as an Activist for Youth. Today he works with youth to address the issues of bullying and teen suicide.  He is also an author, actor, speaker, ring and cage announcer.  He has been teaching and sharing his Harvard University Approved Anti-Bullying program "War Guardians declaring W.A.R. (We All Rise) on Bullying, one student at a time" with schools for six years and has worked with thousands of preteens and teenagers.  His book series and program are giving back a VOICE (Victory Over Injustice Creating Empowerment) to children of all ages and cultures.  The first book in the W.A.R. Series, "Be Good, Be Kind, Be Nice, Be A SuperHero seeks to address children at a younger age because it is never to early to help them understand good choices and that they are the true superheroes.  Don actively works to encourage parents, or those who care or work with youth, to read with children for at least 15 minutes a day.  Although we are honoring National Bullying Awareness Prevention Month in October, as he mentions on the show the fight is real and it happens every day (365 days a year).   You can reach Don at www.warguardians.com or [email protected].

This episode is your host Liz Lawless sharing strategic tips to help you Quickly Organize Your Writing Project to eliminate procrastination and busyness so you can get down to writing, writing, and more writing.  One of the hardest things for potential authors is STARTING.  These 7 Steps if created and used consistently will help you get organized so that when you schedule time to write you will be able to start immediately.  We hope you will go and listen to the other episodes to hear success stories from people just like you who are crushing it.  Get inspired and start your own Author Adventure.  We are here to support you and we know you can do it!  Just start.

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Valencia McClure spent most of her life in corporate jobs that she had a passion for and that she loved.  But when she was diagnosed with Breast Cancer she knew she had to take a serious look at the toxins she was putting in and on her body.  She started with aromatherapy defusing essential oils and then went deeper to help fight off the negative physical and emotional aspects of radiation.  That's when she found a new passion.  She wanted to learn more so she became certified and started learning as much as she could about the industry even while continuing her corporate career.  When she was able to retire she had done her research, saved some money, developed a plan, joined a vibrant women's business community and lined up an Advisory Board to assist her in higher-level decision-making.  She was ready to launch and Covid19 happened and destroyed a future part of her business plan so like many of you she had to pivot.  Listen now to see how she and her team successfully navigated these challenging times.  Visit www.theartistryofessentialoils.com for more information or email [email protected].

Mary Ellen Hastings found a way to balance her faith, family and professional life and successfully built 2 multi-million dollar direct sales teams.  Today she shares her wisdom and knowledge with women of faith who want to excel in sales, leadership and professional growth.  Mary Ellen has written a book about her life experiences so she can share her winning strategies with others.  After reading the book and completing the exercises if you want to go to the next level you should follow or contact Mary Ellen for additional support and coaching.  Mary Ellen shares some wonderful tips for pursuing a career in direct sales along with her personal growth experience.  You can reach her at [email protected] or  find out more about her and her programs by following her on her social media at www.Facebooks.com/maryellensmithhastings or www.linkedin.com/in/maryellenhastings or visiting her website at www.MaryEllenHastings.com.

Mary Ellen Hastings found a way to balance her faith, family and professional life and successfully built 2 multi-million dollar direct sales teams.  Today she shares her wisdom and knowledge with women of faith who want to excel in sales, leadership and professional growth.  Mary Ellen has written a book about her life experiences so she can share her winning strategies with others.  After reading the book and completing the exercises if you want to go to the next level you should follow or contact Mary Ellen for additional support and coaching.  Mary Ellen shares some wonderful tips for pursuing a career in direct sales along with her personal growth experience.  You can reach her at [email protected] or  find out more about her and her programs by following her on her social media at www.Facebooks.com/maryellensmithhastings or www.linkedin.com/in/maryellenhastings or visiting her website at www.MaryEllenHastings.com.

John Williams operates Spartan DFW Roofing and is passionate about helping homeowners navigate the difficult and changing landscape of insurance claims.  He knows how difficult it is not only from an emotional stand point, but from a practical "what do I do now" perspective.  For many homeowners, they need him during a crisis (storm, fire, substandard work, reckless driving, or other unexpected action).  I am delighted to have John on the show to talk about an industry that doesn't often get much attention on media except during a crisis.  However, Roofing and Light Construction is an industry that is always in demand.  With the weather patterns now experienced around the world due to climate change it will be a viable business for years to come.  If you have a heart for others and want to pursue a passion of helping others, Roofing might be for you.  Please share the link with others and go back and post a review if you enjoy this or one of our other interviews.  John Williams can be reached at www.facebook.com/Spartan-DFW-Roofing

This delightful interview shows that you can start writing and be successful at any age.  Sassy seniors, Bobo and Linda Nikce of BoboLin Media have created a new career in publishing after retiring from other professions. After telling his life stories, a number of friends told him you should write a book about your life (including his early life experiences growing up in Montenegro, immigrating to America and building a life here).  With his wife Linda's encouragement, Bobo started writing his memoirs but a funny thing happened.  All of these children's stories started to flood his mind and he decided to tell those stories instead.  One day soon he will go back to the Memoirs, but for now he is happy making children smile with his Up In The Sky Series.  His first two releases "The Moon With The Crooked Smile" and " I Want To Catch The Clouds" are both #1 Amazon Best-Sellers.  He recently had the ultimate Author experience!  You can find out what that experience is by listening to the episode.  You can find his books at www.BoboLinMedia.com, Amazon, Barnes & Noble or other retail outlets.

I am very pleased to share the dynamic and multi-talented Hester J. Moore with our listeners.  I know you will enjoy her journey of failures and successes as she navigated her creative journey.  From her extraordinary experience of marching with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the age of 16 to being offered a dance scholarship (which she declined due to family pressure) to moving to New York to go to acting school at 40 and now teaching young people through storytelling, plays and singing, she has lived a most adventurous life.  Her passion for women of history who also courageously followed their hearts to serve and help others rings true and clear.  As she so eloquently shares when you "Keep Your Eye On The Prize," you can't help but achieve your dreams.