Living The Next Chapter: Candid Conversations with Authors and Writers for Readers Searching for a New Read

E216 - Dominique Krystal Dawn - From Law Enforcement to Authorship with Stormey Knights

About the Author
Dominique Krystal Dawn is a sage that uses creative storytelling to dive deeper into the personal motivations and pain point perspectives masked as ordinary life decisions. She was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, where she learned the tough spiritual lessons that each soul must grow through. Dominique desires to reignite hope and facilitate healing and self-realization in each reader so that despite their beginning, they can get back on purpose and live a fulfilling life.

Why is life so hard?

That’s the question that Stormey Knights can’t stop asking herself. She doesn’t know her father, and her mother, Amber, has been prostituting to support her drug habit ever since Stormey can remember.

Up until recently, Stormey and her sister, Skye, were best friends but now, Stormey doesn’t know where their relationship lies. Skye started running the streets with her boyfriend, a drug dealer only concerned with fast money and expensive items and it’s only a matter of time before Skye gets caught up.

Worrying about everyone else is making it hard for Stormey to live out her dream and become an artist, a dream that her friend, Ace, supports heavily. But when tragedy strikes his family, she's nervous that he might take the wrong path, too.

The only consistently good thing in her life is her aunt, Jewel, but even Stormey knows that Aunt Jewel won’t be around forever. What will it take for Stormey and her family to come together and turn their lives around?
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EPISODE 215 - Alex Holland - Carving Out Time to Write a Colourful Six Novel Series

My name is Alex - I have been a lover of sci-fi and fantasy all my life. I was raised on Tolkien, Final Fantasy 7, Monty Python and mountains of movies, books & video games. I've always loved stories and the telling of them, how they can move and shape us. As I got older I fell in love with psychology and the writing of stories, like the heroes journey framework from Joseph Campbell. After many, many years of consuming, I finally managed to pull myself away from the shiny internet and make something that combined everything into The Prism Hexology

In this episode, author Alex Holland shares how he is intentionally carving out time to bring an ambitious six-book fantasy series to life while balancing family, creativity, and discipline. Writing at 4 a.m. before his young children wake up, Alex highlights a core idea that drives his progress: if the desire is strong enough, the hour does not matter. He reframes productivity through the lens of purpose, encouraging creators to identify their “one thing” and prioritize it daily.

A major focus of the conversation is the difference between lag and lead metrics. Alex explains that outcomes like a finished book are lag measures, while daily actions such as word count are lead measures. By breaking a 100,000-word novel into a manageable daily target, he removes overwhelm and builds consistency. This approach, combined with the concept of “tiny habits,” allows large creative goals to become achievable through small, repeatable actions.

Alex also reflects on the mindset shift required to move from consumer to creator. After years of sitting on an idea that began when he was fifteen, he realized he needed to let go of old habits, ego, and limiting beliefs. Embracing a beginner’s mindset opened the door to learning structure, storytelling, and craft. He emphasizes that creativity often flows when you act as a conduit, showing up consistently and allowing ideas to develop rather than forcing perfection.

The episode dives into the rich world of his series, built around color-based realms, philosophical themes, and human behavior. From a “prism” structure spanning six books to deeper explorations of identity, conflict, and balance, Alex blends imagination with intentional design. He also discusses modern tools like AI art, audiobooks, and multi-platform storytelling to expand how audiences experience his work.

Underlying everything is a strong belief in personal responsibility and internal narrative. Alex challenges the stories people tell themselves about why they cannot succeed, urging listeners to question those beliefs and replace them with empowering ones. Visualization, daily focus, and emotional connection to a goal all play a role in sustaining long-term creative momentum.

Key takeaway: Big creative goals are achieved through small, consistent daily actions driven by a clear vision and a strong “why.” Focus on what you can do today, and let the results take care of themselves.

https://www.theprismhexology.com/
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E214 - Co-Author Dr. Jo Anne White - Mission Hope - Thriving Through Seasons of the Soul

This collection of personal and professional stories is written from the heart, by everyday people just like you. They will make you laugh and make you cry. Above all, it will give you more confidence and strength to confront your own adversities in life, and to know, you're not alone. The authors of Mission Hope have been where you are right now. They want you to know, if they can go through it and come out better, more empowered and on the other side of what feels like a total disaster, you can do it too. A new season of hope is coming soon.

Please meet the 18 very talented and inspirational authors of Mission Hope:

Babien Avila
Johanna Baker
Jennifer Bassett
Destiny Bogan
Brad Burchnell
Minnku Buttar
Matthew Dickson
Kathleen Dutton
Curtis Gregor
Maria Lehtman
Susan LePlae Miller
Karen Ortega
Jean L. Serio
Todd George Stone
M.L. Sutton
Dr. Jo Anne White
Ipek Williamson
Tracey S. Yang
Introduction by Char Murphy

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E213 - Co-Author Brad Burchnell - Mission Hope - Thriving Through Seasons of the Soul

This collection of personal and professional stories is written from the heart, by everyday people just like you. They will make you laugh and make you cry. Above all, it will give you more confidence and strength to confront your own adversities in life, and to know, you're not alone. The authors of Mission Hope have been where you are right now. They want you to know, if they can go through it and come out better, more empowered and on the other side of what feels like a total disaster, you can do it too. A new season of hope is coming soon.

Please meet the 18 very talented and inspirational authors of Mission Hope:

Babien Avila
Johanna Baker
Jennifer Bassett
Destiny Bogan
Brad Burchnell
Minnku Buttar
Matthew Dickson
Kathleen Dutton
Curtis Gregor
Maria Lehtman
Susan LePlae Miller
Karen Ortega
Jean L. Serio
Todd George Stone
M.L. Sutton
Dr. Jo Anne White
Ipek Williamson
Tracey S. Yang
Introduction by Char Murphy

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https://www.motivationchamps.com/
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E212 - Co-Author Mike Sutton - Mission Hope - Thriving Through Seasons of the Soul

This collection of personal and professional stories is written from the heart, by everyday people just like you. They will make you laugh and make you cry. Above all, it will give you more confidence and strength to confront your own adversities in life, and to know, you're not alone. The authors of Mission Hope have been where you are right now. They want you to know, if they can go through it and come out better, more empowered and on the other side of what feels like a total disaster, you can do it too. A new season of hope is coming soon.

Please meet the 18 very talented and inspirational authors of Mission Hope:

Babien Avila
Johanna Baker
Jennifer Bassett
Destiny Bogan
Brad Burchnell
Minnku Buttar
Matthew Dickson
Kathleen Dutton
Curtis Gregor
Maria Lehtman
Susan LePlae Miller
Karen Ortega
Jean L. Serio
Todd George Stone
M.L. Sutton
Dr. Jo Anne White
Ipek Williamson
Tracey S. Yang
Introduction by Char Murphy

Amazon Canada Book Link
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https://www.motivationchamps.com/
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E211 - Co-Author Todd George-Stone - Mission Hope - Thriving Through Seasons of the Soul

This collection of personal and professional stories is written from the heart, by everyday people just like you. They will make you laugh and make you cry. Above all, it will give you more confidence and strength to confront your own adversities in life, and to know, you're not alone. The authors of Mission Hope have been where you are right now. They want you to know, if they can go through it and come out better, more empowered and on the other side of what feels like a total disaster, you can do it too. A new season of hope is coming soon.

Please meet the 18 very talented and inspirational authors of Mission Hope:

Babien Avila
Johanna Baker
Jennifer Bassett
Destiny Bogan
Brad Burchnell
Minnku Buttar
Matthew Dickson
Kathleen Dutton
Curtis Gregor
Maria Lehtman
Susan LePlae Miller
Karen Ortega
Jean L. Serio
Todd George Stone
M.L. Sutton
Dr. Jo Anne White
Ipek Williamson
Tracey S. Yang
Introduction by Char Murphy

Amazon Canada Book Link
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https://believeinspire.us/
https://www.motivationchamps.com/
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E210 - Co-Author Johanna Baker - Mission Hope - Thriving Through Seasons of the Soul

This collection of personal and professional stories is written from the heart, by everyday people just like you. They will make you laugh and make you cry. Above all, it will give you more confidence and strength to confront your own adversities in life, and to know, you're not alone. The authors of Mission Hope have been where you are right now. They want you to know, if they can go through it and come out better, more empowered and on the other side of what feels like a total disaster, you can do it too. A new season of hope is coming soon.

Please meet the 18 very talented and inspirational authors of Mission Hope:

Babien Avila
Johanna Baker
Jennifer Bassett
Destiny Bogan
Brad Burchnell
Minnku Buttar
Matthew Dickson
Kathleen Dutton
Curtis Gregor
Maria Lehtman
Susan LePlae Miller
Karen Ortega
Jean L. Serio
Todd George Stone
M.L. Sutton
Dr. Jo Anne White
Ipek Williamson
Tracey S. Yang
Introduction by Char Murphy

Amazon Canada Book Link
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https://www.motivationchamps.com/
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E209 - Co-Author Matthew Dickson - Mission Hope - Thriving Through Seasons of the Soul

This collection of personal and professional stories is written from the heart, by everyday people just like you. They will make you laugh and make you cry. Above all, it will give you more confidence and strength to confront your own adversities in life, and to know, you're not alone. The authors of Mission Hope have been where you are right now. They want you to know, if they can go through it and come out better, more empowered and on the other side of what feels like a total disaster, you can do it too. A new season of hope is coming soon.

Please meet the 18 very talented and inspirational authors of Mission Hope:

Babien Avila
Johanna Baker
Jennifer Bassett
Destiny Bogan
Brad Burchnell
Minnku Buttar
Matthew Dickson
Kathleen Dutton
Curtis Gregor
Maria Lehtman
Susan LePlae Miller
Karen Ortega
Jean L. Serio
Todd George Stone
M.L. Sutton
Dr. Jo Anne White
Ipek Williamson
Tracey S. Yang
Introduction by Char Murphy

Amazon Canada Book Link
Amazon US Book Link

https://believeinspire.us/
https://www.motivationchamps.com/
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E208 - Co-Author Kathleen Dutton - Mission Hope - Thriving Through Seasons of the Soul

This collection of personal and professional stories is written from the heart, by everyday people just like you. They will make you laugh and make you cry. Above all, it will give you more confidence and strength to confront your own adversities in life, and to know, you're not alone. The authors of Mission Hope have been where you are right now. They want you to know, if they can go through it and come out better, more empowered and on the other side of what feels like a total disaster, you can do it too. A new season of hope is coming soon.

Please meet the 18 very talented and inspirational authors of Mission Hope:

Babien Avila
Johanna Baker
Jennifer Bassett
Destiny Bogan
Brad Burchnell
Minnku Buttar
Matthew Dickson
Kathleen Dutton
Curtis Gregor
Maria Lehtman
Susan LePlae Miller
Karen Ortega
Jean L. Serio
Todd George Stone
M.L. Sutton
Dr. Jo Anne White
Ipek Williamson
Tracey S. Yang
Introduction by Char Murphy

Amazon Canada Book Link
Amazon US Book Link

https://believeinspire.us/
https://www.motivationchamps.com/
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E207 - Co-Author Karen D Ortega - Mission Hope - Thriving Through Seasons of the Soul

This collection of personal and professional stories is written from the heart, by everyday people just like you. They will make you laugh and make you cry. Above all, it will give you more confidence and strength to confront your own adversities in life, and to know, you're not alone. The authors of Mission Hope have been where you are right now. They want you to know, if they can go through it and come out better, more empowered and on the other side of what feels like a total disaster, you can do it too. A new season of hope is coming soon.

Please meet the 18 very talented and inspirational authors of Mission Hope:

Babien Avila
Johanna Baker
Jennifer Bassett
Destiny Bogan
Brad Burchnell
Minnku Buttar
Matthew Dickson
Kathleen Dutton
Curtis Gregor
Maria Lehtman
Susan LePlae Miller
Karen Ortega
Jean L. Serio
Todd George Stone
M.L. Sutton
Dr. Jo Anne White
Ipek Williamson
Tracey S. Yang
Introduction by Char Murphy

Amazon Canada Book Link
Amazon US Book Link

https://believeinspire.us/
https://www.motivationchamps.com/
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