Once and Future Authors

Meet author Leslie Shreve, the Founder & CEO of Productive Day. Leslie is an expert on workload management, efficiency, and productivity. She is the creator of Taskology® The Science of Getting Things Done. Leslie focuses on helping high-achievers get more accomplished in less time with less stress.

Deborah Franklin is a visibility strategist for high achieving women entrepreneurs, a life coach, publisher and an award winning author. She strives to empower the voices of small business owners in the media. Deborah Franklin Publishing brings integrity and accountability to the publishing world, and you will want to meet this dynamic and energetic powerhouse in the publishing world.

Meet Catherine Manett, author of "Run Away Home: Tempered" and "Run Away Home: Shattered," her college professor-turned-editor William McGee, author of "Attention All Passengers" and "Half the Child" as they let us take a peek into their workflow and relationship, along with Catherine's publisher Stephanie Larkin of Red Penguin Books. You'll learn about their trials and triumphs together bringing this fabulous book series to print, and perhaps learn how to better navigate your own writer/editor/publisher triumvirate.

Wayne Turmel is a writer, speaker and entrepreneur living and writing in Las Vegas. He’s the author of 10 non-fiction books, including "The Long-Distance Teammate-Stay Engaged and Connected While Working Anywhere," "The Long-Distance Leader-Rules for Remarkable Remote Leadership," “Meet Like You Mean It- a Leader's Guide to Painless and Productive Virtual Meetings” and 5 novels, beginning with the historical, “The Count of the Sahara”, “Acre’s Bastard,” and its sequel, "Acre's Orphans." His latest Urban Fantasy series, The Werewolf PI contains Johnny Lycan and the Anubis Disk, and his latest, Johnny Lycan and the Vegas Berserker.

His motto is: Those who forget the past are doomed to repeat it. The rest of us are doomed too, but get to smile smugly and say 'told you so'.

John Ellison wrote "Some Kind of Wonderful" while in route from Rochester, New York, to a recording studio in Philadelphia. To date, this song has been covered by seventy-three artists, making it one of the most recorded songs in music history. Ellison isn’t just a musician; he’s an entertaining storyteller who weaves his narratives seamlessly, and you will find yourself not just enjoying the music but also imbibing valuable life lessons, making it a truly enriching experience.

Influenced by her former careers as a psychologist and a business owner, author Maggie Smith pens compelling stories of ordinary women who face extraordinary challenges with grit, brainpower, and strong doses of empathy and humor. She hosts the podcast Hear Us Roar and is managing editor of The Write City Magazine.

From the author of the award-winning Truth and Other Lies comes Blind Spot - a gripping suspense novel about an ambitious prosecutor on the hunt for her sadistic stalker, only to be framed for murder when he turns up dead. Fans of Scott Turow’s Presumed Innocent will embrace this taut tale of long-simmering revenge right up to its surprising and twisty climax.

Join host Stephanie Larkin on this captivating episode of the "Once and Future Authors" podcast, as she sits down with author Cynthia Leier to discuss her book, "Flying Where Icarus Fell." Cynthia's novel delves into the life-changing decisions of a woman leaving a troubled marriage, embarking on a journey of self-discovery, love, and loss. Through the lens of her protagonist, Cynthia explores the complexities of change, the allure of new beginnings, and the courage required to navigate life's uncertainties. Join us as we soar through the pages of "Flying Where Icarus Fell," exploring themes of resilience, growth, and the enduring power of the human spirit.

Join host Stephanie Larkin on this episode of the "Once and Future Authors" podcast, as she welcomes guest Lynn Zimmering, author of "My Pandemic Paradox." At 92 years old, Lynn shares her remarkable journey of creativity and self-discovery during the pandemic, leading to the writing of Volume 2 of her memoir. Lynn's life is a tapestry of experiences, from her youth in NYC to her adventures in dance, music, and psychology. Discover the stories behind the stories, including the inspiration for her blogs and her plans to venture into fiction. Join us for an inspiring conversation about embracing creativity at any age and finding the joy in life's chapters, past, present, and future.

Meet author Roberta Samuels and her captivating books French Lessons - One Woman’s Tale of Sex, Wine, and House Renovation in la Belle France, and Vanished - A Valuable African Statue Stolen in Southwest France.

Roberta shares her experiences and insights into crafting these engaging stories, transporting readers to the enchanting landscapes of France. Tune in to discover the inspirations behind her writing, her approach to storytelling, and the fascinating journey of bringing her characters and settings to life.

How does one get over the shattering pain of a broken heart.

The death of a relationship through any means causes such pain and we will do anything to get over it. The question is, how?

Meet Dr. June Owen, a clinical psychologist who has dealt with clients who have suffered terrible heartbreaks, as well as her own personal experiences including having lost her sight slowly throughout the years. She has worked extensively with clients who are disabled, chronically or terminally ill as well as persons who have suffered trauma, loss and profound heartbreak.