Inspirational Journeys: Stories that Matter

In today’s episode, Mark Herschberg and I talk about his book and the Brain Bump app he designed for authors to help readers retain information and engage with their content.

Mark Herschberg is the author of The Career Toolkit: Essential Skills for Success That No One Taught You and creator of the Brain Bump app. From tracking criminals and terrorists on the dark web to creating marketplaces and new authentication systems, Mark has spent his career launching and developing new ventures at startups and Fortune 500s and in academia, with over a dozen patents to his name. He helped to start the Undergraduate Practice Opportunities Program, dubbed MIT’s “career success accelerator,” where he teaches annually. He also works with many non-profits, currently serving on the board of Plant A Million Corals.

Connect with Mark at the following links: https://www.thecareertoolkitbook.com

https://brainbumpapp.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/hershey/

https://www.instagram.com/thecareertoolkit/

https://www.facebook.com/TheCareerToolkitBook

https://twitter.com/CareerToolkitBk

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In this second solo episode of 2023, I show you how I let go of the doubts I carried in 2022 about my writing life, so I could start 2023 on a positive note and receive God’s blessings in the new year.

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If you love a quiet read, you’ll love hearing from my first guest of 2023. Sit back, relax, and join me as I talk with Rebecca Wenrich Wheeler about her Debut novel entitled Whispering Through Water.

Rebecca Wenrich Wheeler was raised in West Point, a small town in the Tidewater region of Virginia. From the moment she submitted her first short story to a young author’s contest in second grade, Rebecca knew she wanted to be a writer. Her love of writing led her to earn a BA in English and an MEd in English education. She spent several years as a high school teacher, during which she also developed a passion for mental health advocacy. Rebecca completed an MA in professional counseling and now works in the school-based mental health field and as a college adjunct psychology instructor. Rebecca also teaches yoga for the young and the young at heart, and she likes to infuse yoga and breathwork in her counseling practice wherever she can.

Connect with Rebeca at the following links:

www.rebeccawwheeler.com

https://www.instagram.com/rebeccawwheeler_author

https://twitter.com/RWW_author

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In this first episode of 2023, I share a new spin on an old technique for outlining your manuscript if you’re a plotter, revising your work if you’re a pantser, and working out the kinks in your story if you’re a plantser. You can also use this technique I call a book pattern as a tool for taking notes while working on a developmental editing project.

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Today, I had a lot of fun talking with Ramon Ray about his writing process and book marketing strategies for authors. Be sure to have a way to take notes at the ready, because there are some awesome nuggets in this conversation you won’t want to miss. Ramon Ray is unapologetically positive and passionate about making the world a better place. He's a 5x serial entrepreneur, who has sold 3 companies and authored 5 books. Ramon's the publisher of ZoneofGenius.com (https://www.zoneofgenius.com) which helps small business owners live life fulfilled. He's an in-demand expert on small business success and a sought-after motivational speaker and event host.

Ramon's interviewed all 5 Shark Tank sharks and President Obama. He's shared the stage with Simon Sinek, Seth Godin, Gary Vaynerchuk and other notable business leaders.

Ramon's latest book, Celebrity CEO, is all about how entrepreneurs can leverage the power of personal branding.

Purchase link:

https://www.amazon.com/Celebrity-CEO-Entrepreneurs-Building-Community/dp/1948080850/ref=sr_1_1?crid=G2AKC711TVN2&keywords=Celebrity+CEO+by+Ramon+Ray&qid=1669997874&sprefix=celebrity+ceo+by+ramon+ray%2Caps%2C2365&sr=8-1

Connect with Ramon at the following links:

https://www.ramonray.com/

https://ZoneofGenius.com

https://www.BWCDaily.com

https://www.instagram.com/ramonraysmarthustle/

https://twitter.com/ramonray

https://www.facebook.com/ramonray

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ramonraysmallbiz/

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Today, Nancy Kay Grace and I talk about her writing, her devotionals, the short pieces she’s written to collaborate with other authors and her God given talent as a classically trained pianist. I pray that this interview blesses your heart and is an inspiration as you take each step of faith in your life’s journey.

Nancy Kay Grace offers the hope of grace to those she meets. As a cancer survivor she understands dealing with unexpected challenges. She has had nine tongue biopsies—three were cancerous. Although she has had to relearn how to talk after each biopsy, she is determined to use her tongue to share the hope of Jesus.

Because life presents unexpected situations, we need God’s grace to adapt to those changes. Living life un-edited looks to the grace of confidence in God to press on through trials.

On her faith journey, Nancy has learned to trust God in deeper ways as she’s coped with challenges of raising a family as a pastor’s wife and lived through the unexpected detours of tongue cancer. She has been in ministry with her husband Rick for more than forty-five years, serving the Lord in Illinois, Kansas, Arkansas, and now back in Illinois.

Nancy is an engaging Bible teacher, an inspiring speaker, and listening friend. Her presentations are balanced with Scripture and personal insights, sprinkled with humor. Nancy’s topics include seeing grace in everyday life, knowing self-worth from God’s perspective, and pressing on during tough times. She has taught at women’s retreats and workshops writer’s conferences.

Her writing has appeared in Chicken Soup for the Soul, Crosswalk.com, The Upper Room, and many anthologies, as well as print and digital magazines.

For relaxation, she plays worship songs on piano and engages with Scripture through Bible journaling. She also enjoys hiking and kayaking with Rick.

Connect with Nancy at the following links:

Please checkout Nancy’s blog and GraceNotesnewsletter signup at www.nancykaygrace.com

https://www.facebook.com/authornancykaygrace

https://www.instagram.com/nancykaygrace/

https://twitter.com/nancykaygrace

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This week, Kathleen Robison and I talked about her writing, how my editing feedback and the feedback of other editors has helped her shape her stories.

Kathleen J. Robison writes stories of faith in real-life challenges, where shattered lives are restored by grace and revived with new hope. She was born in Okinawa and raised in California, Florida, Mississippi, and Singapore. Her travels are rich sources of inspiration, as well as her eight adult children and nineteen grandchildren. Her ethnically diverse history extends to her family of thirty-six personalities, providing many opportunities to encourage and share God's faithfulness in trials and blessings.

Kathleen’s featured book is entitled Let Them Eat Fruitcake.

Faith, romance, and fruitcake.

Victoria Randall has it all—a new job in an ideal locale and the eye of Chad, the hunkiest guy in her office building. Christmas is going to be great this year. But when a call from her best guy friend back in Bay Town tells her that her grandmother isn’t doing well, she decides to fly to her grandmother’s rescue.

Art has loved Victoria since they were five, but after she returns and keeps him locked into total friend zone he decides to let his hopes go. Easier said than done when he spends so much time with her, making and delivering her grandmother’s fruitcakes. Add to that the legend of love surrounding them, and well… it’s tough.

A horrible accident puts things into perspective for both Art and Victoria, but Art decides it’s too late, and when some guy shows up acting like Victoria’s boyfriend, he’s sure of it. By the time she’s ready to head back to California, all hope of a romance between them seems lost—right up to the moment her grandmother thrusts a piece of fruitcake into her hands.

Are the matchmaking properties of Sally Trotman's fruitcake their last chance at a happily-ever-after? Find out in Let Them Eat Fruitcake—a story of faith, romance, and of course, fruitcake.

Purchase links:

https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/let-them-eat-fruitcake-kathleen-j-robison/1142492471

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B94V3RQN?tag=amz-mkt-chr-us-20&ascsubtag=1ba00-01000-org00-win10-other-nomod-us000-pcomp-feature-scomp-feature-scomp&ref=aa_scomp

Connect with Kathleen at the following links:

https://www.kathleenjrobison.com/

https://www.facebook.com/kathleenjrobisonauthor/

https://www.facebook.com/groups/3108667785916519

https://www.instagram.com/Kathleenjrobison/

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This week, Melissa Wardwell and I talk about her books and how God can use our writing and storytelling as a way to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. Despite technical difficulties God gave us a message to share with podcast listeners and YouTube viewers. Come join us for a spirit filled conversation about Jesus, writing, books, editing, and a little about food as it relates to writing.

Melissa Wardwell resides in Owosso, Michigan with her husband and family. As the “nest” begins to empty, she finds more time to write, read, and enjoy life with her husband.

When she isn't penning works of fiction, she actively works beside her husband at their church or relaxes with a good book that will be reviewed on her book blog, Back Porch Reads.

To see more from Melissa Wardwell, visit www.melissawardwell.com

Connect with Melissa at the following links:

Website:

www.melissawrdwell.com

Facebook:

www.facebook.com/mwardwellwrites

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/mwardwellwrites

Twitter:

https://twitter.com/mwardwellwrites

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In today’s episode, Naomi Craig and I talk about her process of writing what some people call Biblical Fiction, but I coined the term “Bible based fiction.” We also share similarities in our writing process and I share a tip that may help the listeners. Join us as  we talk about Jesus and writing.

Naomi Craig is an author of Biblical fiction, avid reader, and pastor's wife. She loves reading the Bible and imagining how things were at the time. When she’s not serving in various areas at church or trying to stay on top of mountains of dishes, you'll most likely find her enjoying a good book and a cup of coffee.  Naomi co-hosts #BehindTheStory, an author interview show on YouTube and your podcast platform of choice, and co-hosts Biblical Fiction Aficionados Facebook Group.

The Weary World Rejoices (by Naomi Craig): Behind the elaborate furnishings of Herod the Great’s palace, conspiracy and distrust run rampant. Mysterious visitors from the east challenge everything Amal thinks he knows as palace scribe. Will his quest to uncover the Truth free him from the ornate shackles of palace life, or will he be the next victim of King Herod’s maniacal jealousy?

Purchase link:

https://www.amazon.com/Keeping-Christmas-One-Chautona-Havig-ebook/dp/B0B7CSP4FZ?keywords=keeping+christmas+volume+1&qid=1666217273&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjAwIiwicXNhIjoiMC4wMCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMDAifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=keeping+Ch,aps,170&sr=8-1&linkCode=sl1&tag=naomicraig09-20&linkId=9b07d974c5f91049ec35aac05058d33b&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl

Connect with Naomi at the following links:

https://naomicraig.com

https://www.instagram.com/naomicraigauthor

https://www.facebook.com/groups/biblicalfictionaficionados

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This week, Sherry Eifler shares her journey of how her new Bible study was created. She and I also encourage each other with tips and inspiration from the Holy Spirit. Come join us for this delightful and Christ centered conversation.

Sherry Eifler is an Army Veteran, Military wife, and mother of three young adults who understands how life can leave us overwhelmed, either by loneliness, feeling misunderstood, or insignificant in life. She is committed to empower frustrated and disconnected women to live with confidence from their heart and to believe they are no longer defined by what they do. Sherry believes identifying one’s source of hope is the key that unlocks the door to live with purpose in intentional community and ultimately saves lives from of the land mines of unfulfilled dreams and life’s disappointments. Sherry’s passion is to help women find their worth, be a unique blessing, and live in connected community without losing themselves.

Royal Reflections 2.0 is a call to action Bible Study designed to awaken God’s daughters to live as His warrior-princesses. Readers are challenged to believe that what the Bible says about them is true; it provides clarity and cultivates confidence in their position in Christ, in their purpose as His daughter, and in their Power Source for warrior-princess living. Its interactive style captivates readers who journey together through engaging testimony of daily challenges to walk as warrior-princesses.

Purchase links:

Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Royal-Reflections-2-0-Warrior-Princess-ebook/dp/B09X69Q4M6/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3TQGU7JGQ0FST&keywords=royal+reflections+2.0+book&qid=1660352913&refinements=p_76%3A1250218011&rnid=1250216011&rps=1&s=books&sprefix=royal+reflections+2.0+book%2Caps%2C185&sr=1-1

Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/royal-reflections-20-sherry-eifler/1141321451

Connect with Sherry at the following links:

Website: https://sherryeifler.com/

Instagram: https://instagram.com/sherryeifler

Facebook: https://facebook.com/sherryeiflerwrites

LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/sherryeifler

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