Interview
K.A. Griffin Opens the Gates to The Accidental World and the Power of Imagination
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…
Michael Bailey Explores the Power of Storytelling, Horror, and Creative Collaboration
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,…
Kellie Kaminskas Illuminates Grief, Love, and Healing Through Heartfelt Children’s Literature
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…
Natali Simmonds Explores Womanhood, Genre, and the Grit Behind Every Unforgettable Story
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…
Dianne C. Braley Illuminates Trauma, Addiction, and Healing Through Honest and Evocative Storytelling
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…
Anjali Banerjee Blends Suspense, Emotion, and Magic Across a Versatile Writing Career
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…
Renaii West uses quirky and unconventional characters to solve unusual mysteries
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….
Victoria Oltarsh Weaves Wonder, Science, and Storytelling into a Stellar Children’s Adventure
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…
Stephen Hecker Builds Worlds from Dreams, Ink, and Imagination
Stephen Hecker, multi-award-winning author and artist, brings his expansive imagination to life through novels, tattoos, and immersive fantasy worlds. Fantasy Visionary Behind Zebulon Series and Awakened Comics Stephen Hecker shares the origins of Zebulon, the influence of his artistic background, and the challenges of balancing storytelling, visual art, family life, and immersive fantasy world-building in…
Fairren McLemore Shares Her Powerful Journey of Motherhood, Resilience, and Advocacy Through Storytelling
PHOTO: Author Fairren McLemore, 2025 Book Fest Award-winner and advocate for inclusion, shares her inspiring journey of love, resilience, and purpose through storytelling. Author Fairren McLemore discusses how her daughter’s rare diagnosis inspired her to write heartfelt books that promote self-love, inclusion, and strength in the face of uncertainty and grief. Fairren McLemore is a…