This week I talk with Omaha, Nebraska author Demario Holley. Demario released his debut novel Ancestral Blurred Ancestry Book 1 in 2024, and tells us when to expect book #2. He also offers some great advice for what to do when you face burnout or writer's block.

Find out more about Demario by visiting https://www.facebook.com/demario.holley and https://www.tiktok.com/@kommongroundcomics.

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The Book Nook Bookstore opened about five years ago in Papillion, NE. This week, I talked with owner, DaRonn Washington about how the store started, their take on working with independent authors, and all the crazy ideas they come up with to keep customers coming back as well as how they remain a staple in their community.

Visit The Book Nook at https://www.booknookbookstores.com/ or on their https://www.facebook.com/booknookbookstores or https://www.instagram.com/booknookbookstores/

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This week I talked with Matt Struven. Matt has already branched out from writing books to writing short films. His first novel, Secrets of the Erilaz is available now, and he wrote, acted in and directed The Cardinal Sinner, a short horror film. 

You can learn more about Matt Struven and all his creative endeavors by visiting his https://linktr.ee/mjstruven.

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Jacqueline Reinig recently released her debut novel Faery Academy of Quillsnap. I think you're going to love where her inspiration for the story came from - I know I did. Jacqueline also offers some suggestions for any authors who may be struggling with tech and electronics. She was great, so nice and passionate about her writing and her family.

Find out more about Jacqueline Reinig by visiting her website, Instagram, and facebook page.

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Matt Rotundo is my latest guest. Matt's a fantasy author from Omaha, Nebraska with several books out and dozens of short stories. He discovered he wanted to be a writer at the ripe old age of 8 and has since had some modest successes. On this episode, Matt talks about some creative avenues he takes to talk about and sell his books, and shares some pretty funny stories.

Find out more about Matt Rotundo by visiting his website and facebook page. If you like what you hear, sign up for his newsletter and get a free story.

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Jan Kaiser from Beaverdale Books (Des Moines, Iowa) joins me for my first interview with an independent bookstore. We talk about Beaverdale Books' huge impact on local authors from the Des Moines area, and the Des Moines community at large. Plus Jan turns the table on me during "this or that".

Find out more about Beaverdale Books and any of the number of events they have coming up by visiting their website, facebook or instagram pages. If you're in Des Moines, stop by and tell them Unwritten Paths sent you :)

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This week I talk with Amy Stanley, a children's chapter book author from Omaha, Nebraska. Amy talks about how she developed the idea for her book, The Bookworms and shares a great story about where she found her illustrator for the book.

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This week I talk with Omaha, NE author, Shawn Brink. Shawn is a Christian/Fantasy Horror author with six novels to his credit. He talks a bit about where his inspiration comes from, and goes pretty deep explaining a significant challenge he overcame. Enjoy! 

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This week I talk with Papillion, NE author, Kathy Nickerson. Kathy is a long-time writer with various credits to her name including six novels. She has some great anecdotes and stories from her career. She also touches on Imposter Syndrome, which I incorrectly managed to call Imitation Syndrome in my hot-take wrap-up recorded immediately following the interview. Enjoy! 

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This week I talk with Gretna, NE author, PJ Brown. PJ has released six novels since 2021 and has 2 WIPs. She was great to talk to. As my first interview for this podcast, she was gracious enough to learn a little along with me.

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