June 23, 2025
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Craig Ford Empowers the Next Generation Through Cybersecurity and Storytelling

By The Writing Desk06 mins

Photo: Craig Ford, cybersecurity expert and award-winning author, champions cyber education and inclusivity through his fiction and children’s books. Breaking Stereotypes And Educating Through Fiction And Cyber Awareness Cybersecurity expert Craig Ford transitions into fiction, creating empowering stories like Foresight and The Shadow World to inspire young women, teach cyber safety, and challenge industry stereotypes…

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K.A. Griffin Opens the Gates to The Accidental World and the Power of Imagination

by Carine O'Leary016 mins

PHOTO: Author K.A. Griffin at home in Texas, where imagination meets experience in the heart of his storytelling world. Exploring Fantasy, Emotion, and the Craft of Storytelling K.A. Griffin shares the inspiration behind The Accidental World, reveals how business shaped his storytelling, and offers heartfelt insights into world-building, character development, and the emotional roots of…

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Michael Bailey Explores the Power of Storytelling, Horror, and Creative Collaboration

by Carine O'Leary016 mins

PHOTO: Michael Bailey, award-winning author, editor, and creative force behind works like Silent Nightmares and Madness and Writers, photographed in his creative space. Credit: Julie Stipes Writing Across Mediums With Depth and Purpose Michael Bailey reflects on his evolution as a writer, editor, and filmmaker, sharing insights into storytelling, genre fluidity, co-editing with Chuck Palahniuk,…

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Kellie Kaminskas Illuminates Grief, Love, and Healing Through Heartfelt Children’s Literature

by Carine O'Leary012 mins

PHOTO: Author Kellie Kaminskas, award-winning writer and speaker, shares stories that inspire healing, connection, and heartfelt conversations around love and loss. A Storyteller Turning Personal Loss Into Hopeful Conversations for Families Kellie Kaminskas shares the inspiration behind Here With You, a moving children’s book born from personal grief, and discusses parenting, healing, writing from the…

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Sandra Tyler Explores Family Dynamics, Creativity, and Caregiving Through Memoir and Fiction

By The Writing Desk08 mins

Exploring The Intricate Ties Of Motherhood, Memory, And Letting Go Sandra Tyler reveals her creative process, emotional journey, and reflections on caregiving and familial relationships, offering a profound look into mother-daughter dynamics through her memoir and fiction works. Sandra Tyler, an award-winning author and editor, continues to captivate readers with her poignant explorations of familial…

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Natali Simmonds Explores Womanhood, Genre, and the Grit Behind Every Unforgettable Story

by Carine O'Leary016 mins

PHOTO: Author Natali Simmonds, blending grit and imagination, speaks candidly about her writing journey and the fearless women at the heart of her stories. Writing Across Genres With Grit, Heart, And Magic Author Natali Simmonds shares her genre-spanning writing journey, discusses the emotional roots of her thrillers, co-writing paranormal romance, and reveals how real-life experiences…

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Dianne C. Braley Illuminates Trauma, Addiction, and Healing Through Honest and Evocative Storytelling

Dan Peters07 mins

PHOTO: Dianne C. Braley, award-winning author of The Silence in the Sound, shares her journey from nursing to literature and healing through words. Turning Pain Into Power Through Fearless Fiction and Poetic Reflection Dianne C. Braley reflects on how addiction, personal trauma, and Martha’s Vineyard shaped her novels and poetry, offering insight into the power…

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Anjali Banerjee Blends Suspense, Emotion, and Magic Across a Versatile Writing Career

By The Writing Desk015 mins

Photo: Anjali Banerjee, bestselling author and storyteller extraordinaire, at home in the lush Pacific Northwest, where inspiration and creativity flourish. From Family Secrets To Psychological Thrills Anjali Banerjee shares insights into crafting emotional suspense, her dual author identity, the influence of her heritage, the Pacific Northwest’s inspiration, and the joy of seeing her novel adapted…

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Renaii West uses quirky and unconventional characters to solve unusual mysteries

by Carine O'Leary013 mins

PHOTO: Author Renaii West, creator of the award-winning novels Death by Chaos and The Wrong Side of the Flame Blending Drama, Myth, and Mystery in Unforgettable Female-Led Stories Renaii West discusses her creative process, mythological inspirations, and theatrical roots while exploring how strong friendships, flawed characters, and quirky humor shape her award-winning, character-driven mystery novels….

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Victoria Oltarsh Weaves Wonder, Science, and Storytelling into a Stellar Children’s Adventure

by Carine O'Leary016 mins

PHOTO: Author Victoria Oltarsh, playwright, educator, and now award-winning novelist, celebrates the launch of her debut children’s book with pride and joy. A Mother-Daughter Collaboration, A Lifelong Dream, A Middle-Grade Sci-Fi Fantasy Victoria Oltarsh shares the heartfelt inspiration behind The Boy and the Secret of the Stars, blending teaching experience, cosmic curiosity, and family creativity…

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