The Speculative Fiction Cantina: your weekly hypodermic injection of science fiction, fantasy, horror, alternate history, steampunk, cyberpunk, and things weird and wonderful in the world of books and writers. We ask authors the hard questions. You'll hear from writers who bend the rules and drive the narrative.  Join S. Evan Townsend on this journey over the rainbow and through the looking glass. And remember to take the red pill.

Today's guests are Ronald Chapman and Debbie Kump.

Ronald Chapman

My Name is Wonder

A Killer’s Grace

Seeing True: The Way of Spirit (nonfiction)

www.RonaldChapman.com

Debbie Kump

Elemental (Book 1 of The Elementals Trilogy)

Essence (Book 2 of The Elementals Trilogy)

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sites.google.com/site/debbiekumpbooks/

More information on these authors and links to their novels is at blog.sevantownsend.com.

Gina is the Founder of Owie BowWowie and Friends Foundation. Owie BowWowie and Friends is a non-profit organization that creates and gives gifts of comfort to children who are hospitalized with a life-threatening illness in the form of a stuffed, plush toy named: Owie BowWowie. Owie is used to comfort the hurts and hearts of those children.

She is also the author of Onward by Faith: A Mother’s Journey to Iraq and Back. She took the diary she kept while her son was deployed and wrote a book that all Marine families can find strength and comfort in reading. It’s about God, country and faith. Rather, it tells of the difficult times, joys and disappointments that a mother and family face when their loved one serves the military.

Gina is the Co-Founder of Marine Comfort Quilts, which provides thousands of quilts for Gold Star Moms. The group’s mission was to deliver a comfort quilt to each mother of the fallen who have given their life for our freedom.

She is a writer for many publications and currently assistant editor and contributor for the Congressional Medal of Honor Foundations annual publication.

She is the mother of three, grandmother of five.

What is collaborative editing? An editorial assessment? Basic editing? Why does Writestream Publishing include editing in every package?

Writestream Radio and Publishing co-founder Daria Anne answers these and all questions pertaining to the editing process on The Writestream on Wednesday, June 21 at 11 AM Eastern. 

Whether you have a full manuscript sitting in your computer or just a few handwritten notes, this episode will explain the editing process and what you can expect when you hire a professional to help you. During the broadcast, dial in with your questions at (347) 945-7246 and press "1" to let Daria Anne know you would like to get on the air.

For more information, visit www.writestreampublishing.com and www.dariadigiovanni.com.

Authors and Partners In Crime hosts Kimberly McGath and Sue Coletta discuss the mindset and motivation of serial killers in this Writestream Replay.

Kimberly McGath

Retired detective turned cold case consultant and author, Kimberly McGath recently released Zodiac, Settling the Score, in which she outlines a compelling theory regarding the identity of the infamous Zodiac killer. McGath also recently released a guide entitled Let Them See, warning parents about various emerging diseases that are causing blindness in children.

Sue Coletta

Member of Mystery Writers of America, Sisters in Crime, and International Thriller Writers, Sue Coletta is the Top 10 bestselling author of Wings of Mayhem, MARRED, The Rendering, Crime Writer’s Research, and 60 Ways to Murder Your Characters. A multi-published author in numerous anthologies, her forensics articles have appeared in InSinC Quarterly.

Seeking answers to your life’s important questions? Tune in to Just Believe with Ilene Gottlieb ~ The Heart Healer on Sunday, June 18 at 7 PM Eastern:

Ilene Gottlieb is Your Guide To Conscious Heart Connection. From the moment she consciously awakened to her soul connection, it has been Ilene’s passion to guide and support others in remembering that we are all here in these bodies for one soul purpose – to learn how to be consciously connected to our Heart of Love through the human experience.

Discover more about Ilene’s unique approach to healing at her website: www.ilenethehearthealer.com. 

To ensure your place in the queue, call (347) 945-7246 at 6:45 PM Eastern. Press "1" after dialing in.

The Speculative Fiction Cantina: your weekly hypodermic injection of science fiction, fantasy, horror, alternate history, steampunk, cyberpunk, and things weird and wonderful in the world of books and writers. We ask authors the hard questions. You'll hear from writers who bend the rules and drive the narrative.  Join S. Evan Townsend on this journey over the rainbow and through the looking glass. And remember to take the red pill.

Today's guests are Presley E. Acuna and Michael January.

Presley E. Acuna

The Day and The Hour

Trumpicana, Vol.1 (political satirical short stories)

Trumpicana, Vol.2 (more political satirical short stories)

thedayandthehour.com

Michael January

Secret Memoirs of Mary Shelley: Frankenstein Diaries

Favorite Castles: Ireland and Northern Ireland (nonfiction/photography)

Favorite Castles of Switzerland (nonfiction/photography)

amendt25.wixsite.com/wingedlionpublishing

More information on these authors and links to their novels is at blog.sevantownsend.com.

Jennie Lynn is a relationship expert, nurse, professional model and 3x triple pro champion in natural figure, physique, and bodybuilding. Jennie is also a serial entrepreneur and is a coach/sales executive with Anik Singal at Lurn Nation. She is a top global consultant with Bob Proctor teaching individuals and businesses accelerated personal development. She is the author of the new book "Magnetic Love - Stop Chasing What You Want, Start Attracting It. For a free gift report, visit www.TheLoveGenie.com and www.TheMirrorMiracle.com. Email Jennie at [email protected]

Understanding the Buyer’s Journey: Know the Mindset of Today’s Digital Consumer So That You Can Increase Sales

What is the buyer's journey? How can you determine the mindset of today's digital consumer to increase sales?

Tune in to The Writestream with Daria Anne on June 14 at 11 AM Eastern when she welcomes recurring guests,SMART Growth Marketing founders Darien Hill and Jody Layne to discuss this critical topic. Whether you're an entrepreneur or an author (your book is your product, after all), you'll discover valuable tips to help you expand your influence and inspire more people to purchase your product or service.

During the live interview, Jody and Darien will take you through the process with Daria Anne. You can also dial in with your questions at (347) 945-7246 (be sure to press "1" to get into the queue).

For more, visit www.smartgrowthmarketing.com 

Jody Layne and Darien Hill met for coffee one day to discuss collaborating on a project and they realized quickly there was something there. Armed with years of experience on their own, plus a genuine passion for helping people achieve their dreams of success, Darien and Jody joined forces to create SMART Growth Marketing.  SMART, which stands for Strategically Marketing at the Right Time, is the foundation they build their clients’ campaigns.  It’s about putting relevant messages in front of prospects at the right time when they are ready and interested to see them.  This dynamic duo believes that authenticity and relevancy is what makes all marketing generate limitless results.  And, of yeah, they always have a great time, too!

Take a moment and imagine what you would have in your life if you knew how to create anything you wanted!

Would be a private island, a $100,000 bank balance, a trip around the world?

Tune in to Create Your Life with Tasha Chen and special guest, Faith James to learn how Faith utilized the tools needed to create her BIG dream - an all expanse paid private island get-a-way.

From Faith James.com:

Faith is a Brand Strategist­, Motivator, Speaker, and Personal Branding Coach. Her 20+ years working on Madison Avenue building brands like IBM, Liberty Mutual, Lucent Technologi­es, Microsoft, Mary Kay have been some of the best years of my profession­al life. And she provides all those experience­s to help entreprene­urs and small business owners revel their own personal brands!

This is REAL! And Tasha and Faith plan to share EVERYTHING­, including:

 

The Easy 5 Minute A Day Trick That Can Really Change Your LifeHow to Make Your Vision Board WORKImpress Upon Source Your True Desire and Watch It Become a Reality 

Don't miss this inspiring episode! 

For more about Tasha, visit www.ScienceofGettingRichAcademy.com.

Seeking answers to your life's important questions? Tune in to Just Believe with Ilene Gottlieb ~ The Heart Healer on Sunday, June 11 at 7 PM Eastern:

Ilene Gottlieb ~ The Heart Healer is Your Guide To Conscious Heart Connection.  From the moment she consciously awakened to her soul connection, it has been Ilene’s passion to guide and support others in remembering that we are all here in these bodies for one soul purpose – to learn how to be consciously connected to our Heart of Love through the human experience.

Discover more about Ilene’s unique approach to healing at her website: www.IleneTheHeartHealer.com. 

To ask her a question on the air, please dial (347) 945-7246 at 6:45 PM Eastern. Press "1" after calling in to get into the queue.