Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur Hour

For episode 231 of our award-winning podcast, it's our "July Wrap-Up" show with a return to our podcast's basic mission statement.

CC published "#passionrestored" on July 24, and she did a media blitz that included a live interview on KOLO8 in Reno, Nevada. Release Week was a roller coaster.

Here's that interview.

We posted writer interviews in July through the "CC & JT Amateur Hour" and the "Nevada Author Network." Every one of these professionals are bright and articulate. We are learning so much!

Jacci Turner, July 2

Dr. Deb Kossman, July 6

Lynda Bailey, July 9

Cassidy Carson, July 16

Joel Flanagan-Grannemann, July 20

Dr. Danny Nielsen, July 23

Jade Griffin, July 30

We did a book signing at the Reno Public Market (thank you, Mr. Bill Brown!), and we're looking forward to do more in October (Mark Twain Days) and November at Barnes & Noble in Reno.

We have three books in the editing process. Finding Salvation Part Two is with our fabulous creative editor Teri Case, and the third A Sheriff in Nevada is at Red Adept Editing. On top of that, Serving Salvation Book Three is also at Red Adept.

For this podcast, we got back to our basic mission statement: "Helping writers write." Using the above graphic by Steve Peha (copyright protected), we illustrate how to write a book by building a house. We metaphorically start with a usable framework and progress to customizing the fixtures. We hope we made sense.

All this and Moore! TIA LYL!

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Steve Peha's graphic "Good Writing" is a protected copyright.

For the Nevada Author Network, Cassidy Carson and JT Hume interview Dr. Danny Nielsen, a postdoctoral researcher and author of “Straight Flossin' and Other Stories of the American West.”

Dr. Nielsen discusses his background in ecology and conservation biology, his writing journey, the challenges of memoir writing, and the profound influence of Nevada's landscapes on his work. He shares insights on his creative process, the beauty of the night sky, and offers advice for aspiring writers.

You can learn more about Dr. Nielsen at his website.

You can find him on Instagram, Threads, and Twitter/X.

You can find his book at Whistling Rabbit Press, the Sierra Arts Foundation Depot Gallery and Bookstore, and Amazon.

You can learn more about the Sierra Arts Foundation at ⁠https://sierraarts.org

You can contact Two Moore Books, LLC via their main website at ⁠https://www.carsonhume.com

We welcome Joel C. Flanagan-Grannemann to the “CC and JT Amateur Hour.” Joel is an award-winning fantasy author known for his series “Servants of the Moon and Sun.” He shares the inspiration behind his books, his journey back to writing after a break, and the collaborative process with his wife and editor, Jay-Jay Flanagan-Grannemann.

Joel also discusses the joys and challenges of writing, the influence of life experiences on his storytelling, and the importance of having a story to tell. The conversation also touches on the impact of social media on authors and the unexpected aspects of Joel's life that shape his writing.

Joel’s writer website is ServantsoftheMoonandSun.com

His books are on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Goodreads.

He can be found on BluSky and Twitter/X

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Who We are: ⁠https://carsonhume.com/about/⁠
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For the Nevada Author Network, Cassidy Carson discusses her new book '#passionrestored', a paranormal romance featuring later-in-life characters. She shares insights into her writing journey, the innovative research techniques she employed, and the challenges faced during the cover design process, including navigating the use of AI. The discussion also touches on her collaborative writing experience with JT Hume and how listeners can find her work online.

You can learn more about Cassidy and her books at https://www.carsonhume.com

Her book can be found on Amazon, Apple, B&N, Google, and Kobo, as well as her online bookstore.

She is on BluSky, Twitter/X, Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram.

You can learn more about the Sierra Arts Foundation at ⁠https://sierraarts.org

You can contact Two Moore Books, LLC via their main website at ⁠https://www.carsonhume.com

For episode 230 (not 229) of our award-winning podcast to help writers write, we’re giving ourselves a pep talk.

We are rapidly approaching another book release, and as CC says, we’re on a rollercoaster of emotions. We try to answer the Big Question: why do we keep doing this to ourselves? 

Bottom Line: If you’re a writer, don’t minimize publishing a book. It’s a fantastic achievement.

We’ve kept busy:

CC’s Virginia City romance #passionrestored will be released on July 24. It’s available for presale across the platforms, and CC is getting a lotta love for the cover. CC will be interviewed on the Nevada Author Network on Wednesday, July 16.

I have a couple of Book Three’s going to editors this week:

-Serving Salvation Book Three completes the series and will be released in late August or early September. The prequels will be released in late 2025 and early 2026. 

-The third A Sheriff in Nevada novel, my most popular series, will be released on October 31.

We've enjoyed several rewarding interviews with our colleagues around the world and through the Nevada Author Network, including Lynda Bailey, Dr. Deb Kossmann, Jacci Turner, Suzanne Morgan Williams, and Rich Moreno.

Coming up: Cassidy Carson, Alice Osborn, Joel Flanagan-Grannemann, Justin Egar, and many more.

All this and Moore! Check us out. TIA LYL!

Note: Two Moore Books, LLC does not receive financial compensation for promoting third-party businesses and websites. We are speaking to our specific experiences. Your mileage may vary.

Cassidy Carson and JT Hume from the Nevada Author Network welcome spicy romance author and theater major Lynda Bailey to discuss her journey in writing, the appeal of small-town settings, and the importance of happily-ever-after (HEAs) in romance.

They explore common misconceptions about romance writers, the balance of language in spicy romance, and the value of expert coaching in writing. Lynda shares her insights on the complexities of writing erotic romance and the significance of passion in storytelling. And the team provides viewers with ideas and inspiration on starting your own writing career.

You can learn more about Lynda and her books on her website at https://authorlyndabailey.com

Her books can be also found on Amazon.

She is on Twitter/X, Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram.

You can learn more about the Sierra Arts Foundation at ⁠https://sierraarts.org

You can contact Two Moore Books, LLC via their main website at ⁠https://www.carsonhume.com

"The CC & JT Amateur Hour" is honored and humbled to host Dr. Deborah Derrickson Kossmann who discusses her memoir 'Lost Found Kept,' which explores her complex relationship with her mother and the impact of hoarding on their family dynamics.

The discussion delves into the themes of loss, discovery, and the emotional journey of writing a memoir. Dr. Kossmann shares insights on the writing process, the challenges of dealing with hoarding in families, and the importance of community and support for writers. She reflects on her personal journey as a writer and the validation she found in sharing her story.

You can learn more about Dr. Kossmann on her website at https://www.lostfoundkept.com

"Lost Found Kept" can be found on Amazon

Dr. Kossmann is on Facebook, Instagram, and BluSky.

You can learn more about the "CC & JT Amateur Hour" via their website at https://carsonhume.com

Are you a writer and want to be on our podcast? Here you go: https://carsonhume.com/writers

In this episode of the Nevada Author Network podcast, we are joined by Jacci Turner, a prominent figure in the Northern Nevada writing community. We discuss Jacci's journey as an author, her experiences with writing for different age groups, and the influence of her background as a marriage and family therapist on her work.

The conversation also delves into the themes present in her books, including "Cracker" and "Love Virus," and her transition into fantasy writing with "Tree Singer." Additionally, they explore the importance of place in storytelling, the process of applying for literary grants, and Jacci's upcoming projects.

You can find more information about her catalog at https://www.jacciturner.com

You can reach out to her through Facebook, TikTok, and BluSky.

You can learn more about the Sierra Arts Foundation at ⁠https://sierraarts.org

You can contact Two Moore Books, LLC via their main website at ⁠https://www.carsonhume.com

For episode 229 of our award-winning podcast⁠, we had a great June with so much fun.

Starting off, CC finally got to do our title and cover reveal of #Passionrestored, years in the making. She received love for the cover, and the book is getting preorders on Amazon. We’ll get it up on the other platforms this week.

On the same day of the reveals. June 26, we went to Virginia City--the setting of CC’s book—to get an old-timey photo. That was a fun little adventure.

We’re still depressurizing from our book selling event at Barnes and Noble, and we’re gearing up for another book event at Reno Artown. We’ll be part of Author’s Day, their literary event, on July 5th with 30-something local authors. Come on by the Reno Public Market and say hi! Our thanks to Bill Brown for cat herding us!

Aside from #Passionrestored,

-Serving Salvation Book Two is out. It’s available on most platforms and our online bookstore.

-Serving Salvation Book Three will be released in August.

-The A Sheriff in Nevada series continues to be our most popular books. The third one is still being editing and is scheduled for release on the real Nevada Day.

Finally, the most fun we’ve been having lately are the interviews with other writers. We are learning so much. If you want to join in, check out our Writers page. In June, we spoke to a bunch of smart, fun people, and we'll do it again in July.

All this and Moore! Check us out. TIA LYL!

Note: Two Moore Books, LLC does not receive financial compensation for promoting third-party businesses and websites. We are speaking to our specific experiences. Your mileage may vary.

In this week's engaging podcast episode for the Nevada Author Network, JT Hume, Cassidy Carson, and Suzanne Morgan Williams delve into Suzanne's writing journey, including her notable works "Bull Rider" and "Sierra Blue."

From the time Suzanne wrote her first book, "Made in China, Ideas and Inventions from Ancient China," to the present, her work has taken her into classrooms to connect with students, to universities and museums to work with experts, and to communities to share experiences.

Suzanne shares her experiences as a writer and teacher, the inspiration behind her books, and her upcoming work "Seeing Daylight." The conversation highlights the importance of supporting independent authors and the literary community in Nevada.

You can find Suzanne on her website at https://www.suzannemorganwilliams.com

You can also find her on Facebook.

You can learn more about the Sierra Arts Foundation at ⁠https://sierraarts.org

You can contact Two Moore Books, LLC via their main website at ⁠https://www.carsonhume.com