Writers Talk

Please join Marsha Cook on Tuesday May 15 at 9 PM EST 8PM CST 7PM MT 6PM PST for another hot sizzling romance writers show with guests BETHANY CROSS, JANUARY ROBERTS, and MELISSA KEIR as they talk about their books and why romance sells so well.  This is going to be so much fun and as always the phone lines will be open for calls. Special addition to the show is JH Glaze,who was on Friday. He will be discussing some of the most important parts of maketing,views,clicksand the fan base that will help authors become a household name!    For more info go to -  http://www.melissakeir.com/ http://www.rebelinkpress.com/ http://www.michiganavenuemedia.com/ http://www.worldofinknetwork.com/ http://bethanycross.blogspot.com/?zx=d17dfeb435a19dab

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Come join us for a special Writing Mama show on May 14th at 2pm EST - 1pm CST - Noon MST - 11am PST Host VS Grenier and producer Irene Roth will be chatting with award-winning author Fran Orenstein about her recently released contemporary woman’s novel with paranormal overtones, Gaia’s Gift published by Word Castle. Gaia's Gift is about Rachel Wells, who loses everything she cherishes in a brief summer storm off the coast of Florida. Author Fran Orenstein wrote her first poem at age eight and submitted a short story to a magazine at age twelve. Her published credits include a ‘tween mystery series, The Mystery Under Third Base and The Mystery of the Green Goblin, a fantasy series for ‘tweens, The Wizard of Balalac and The Gargoyles of Blackthorne, a ‘tween fiction novel dealing with childhood obesity, self-image, puberty, and bullying, Fat Girls From Outer Space, (Sleepytown Press), andtwo young adult historical romances, The Spice Merchant’s Daughter (Whiskey Creek Press), set in France and Prussia between 1685 and 1703 and The Calling of the Flute (Sleepytown Press) set in Lithuania in 1897. Moving into literature for adults, prize-winning short stories and poetry have appeared in various anthologies. A book of poetry for adults is currently in the works for publication in spring 2012. The World of Ink Network has been touring Fran Orenstein’s contemporary woman’s novel Gaia’s Gift throught the month of May. You can find out more about Fran Orenstein’s World of Ink Author/Book Tour at http://tinyurl.com/6wspudw To learn more about the World of Ink Network visit http://worldofinknetwork.com

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Join authors JD Holiday and Christy Condoleo on The World of Ink Network at Blog Talk Radio Saturday, May 12, 2012 at 10AM est, 9AM cst, 8AM mst & 7AM pst, for two wonderful children's books!  1st story is, Alexis and Ralph the Dragon by author Bernard Kowlaski & illustrator Dawn Phillips.  This cute story is about a baby dragon raised as a little boy by humans. Ralph doesn't know he's a dragon until he meets other children. Befriended by a girl, Alexis, they discover acceptance, learn to celebrate their differences & how much they have in common.  2nd story is Something Greater Than Fear by author Christy Condoleo & illustrator Chris Goguen.  Figs the mouse is a prisoner in her own home by a mysterious smell! She's out of food and must leave her home. What she discovers outside her tiny door is something far greater than fear. All stories read on the show are copyrighted by the authors and the show has their permission to read their books & display pictures from it.  Show's site is: It's Story Time, Gather 'Round .

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Special  discussion on Friday May 11 at 1PM EST 12 CST  11AM MT  10AM PST  on SELF - PUBLISHING with author Marsha Cook. Her very special guests are Willow Cross, Jennifer Wright,JH Glaze and Kymberlee Burks Miller. These authors are very successful and the discussion will be very entertaining and informative. Sandra Elrod will be there to open the chat room and the telephone lines will be open to callers. for more info on the authors please use links below - http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=sr_tc_2_0?rh=i%3Astripbooks%2Ck%3AWillow+Cross&keywords=Willow+Cross&ie=UTF8&qid=1334641487&sr=1-2-ent&field-contributor_id=B0052ZBR6E

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Open discussion with Marsha Cook -and World Castle Publishing authors today May 9 -3:30 PM CST. This is just a discussion about BOOKS TO MOVIES.  call in number is 714-242-5259  

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Join in the fun on May 8 at 9EST 8CST 7 MT 6PM PST as Marsha Cook welcomes Bobby Shafer and her wonderful writers group, authors Brinda Carey,Pat LaVigne, Cathy Myer, Linda Ellis and  Janice Ernest. They are all going to share their stories of how the group started and how they support each other with great advice and just being there for each other as friends. This is one show you won't want to miss! Sandra Elrod will join in the discussion as well as opening the chatroom and phone lines if anyone would like to ask questions.   for more info -  http://www.worldofinknetwork.com

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Come listen to a special Writing Mama show all about Mother's Day on May 7th at 2pm EST - 1pm CT - 12pm MST - 11am PT We will be sharing our thoughts on unconditional love, how mothers make a diffenece in our lives and way you can show these special women how much they mean to you...and more! Hosts VS Grenier and Irene Roth will be talking with guests Johnny Tan, Judy Snider and Joan Dickow about their books for Mother's Day and the inspiration behind them. Learn more about our special guests and their books at The World of Ink Network blog http://worldofinknetwork.blogspot.com Be sure to check out the special offers for "From My Mama's Kitchen" by Johnny Tan and "I Love You, Be Careful" by Judy Snider & Joan Dickow. There is even a Mother's Day video you can email to let your mom or moms know how special they are. Learn more about The World of Ink Network, our shows, hosts and services at http://worldofinknetwork.com

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BTR Today's Pick & Featured Show Join authors JD Holiday and Christy Condoleo on Saturday,May 5, 2012 at 10AM est, 9AM cst, 8AM mst & 7AM pst, for a reading from the chapter book, The Kids of Dandelion Township by it's author Nicole Borgenicht ~ (Illustrated by Lisa M. Griffin) New friends who in the process of discovering magic together, learn about their similar emotions and different cultures. All in the context of a child's day, the kids unravel mysteries of A students, and invent ways to be creative while completing their homework assignments. Preparing the way for children to receive magic, the kids of Dandelion Township wish all children will experience it one day. Author Nicole Borgenicht writes books for kids, short stories, scripts and articles for all age. Her site is: www.nicoleborgenicht.com Illustrator Lisa M. Griffin's site: www.lisamgriffin.com JD Holiday’s site: www.thebookgarden.net Christy Condoleo’s site: www.eppyscreations.com/  All stories read on the show are copyrighted by the authors. The show has permission from the authors to read their books and display pictures from it. Show's site is: It's Story Time, Gather 'Round 

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Featured Show on BTR Join hosts VS Grenier & Marsha Cook on May 4th at 1PM EST – 12PM CT – 11AM MT – 10AM PST. This is a discussion based show. Marsha and Virginia will be happy to take your calls if you have questions. Call in number: 714-242-5259 This Week's Topic: Endings - How important is knowing your ending before you sit down to write? What makes a good ending vs a bad one? Do endings really matter as much as the beginning or climax of your manuscript? These are just a few questions that will be addressed during the show. We also will be introducing a co-host to the show...Bennet Pomerantz! Call in, post your questions in our chat room during the show or email your questions to us here. Also stop by our website http://worldofinknetwork.com and learn more about the hosts and our shows, plus services we offer.

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SPECIAL SHOW - HORROR /DARK THRILLER LIVE SHOW!   Please join Marsha Cook and her co host Elizabeth Black on May 1 at 4 PM EST 3PM CST 2PM MT 1PM PST  as they welcome their guests Joe Lansdale, Christopher Beck, Trent Zelazny, Brent Millis and Brian Moreland as they discuss the truly interesting concept of horror and dark dark fiction. This is going to be a terrific show and to make it even better Sandra Elrod will be opening the chat room and phone lines will also be open toward the end of the show.

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