PHOTO: Ruth Fein shares her journey of resilience, advocacy, and writing to empower chronic cancer patients worldwide. Empowering Patients Through Writing And Personal Experience Ruth Fein blends her decades-long journalism career with lived experience of chronic cancer, creating The Big C² to educate, empower, and inspire patients while championing advocacy, empathy, and storytelling. Ruth Fein…
PHOTO: Jobert E. Abueva, author of Boy Wander, photographed at his home in New Hope, Pennsylvania, reflecting on his global journey of identity and self-discovery. Embracing Identity Courage And Cultural Discovery Jobert E. Abueva reflects on his international upbringing, dual identities, and the writing of Boy Wander, sharing insights on resilience, self-acceptance, and the transformative…
PHOTO: Apple An, award-winning author and passionate storyteller, shares her journey bridging cultural divides through literature and historical narratives. Celebrating Resilience And Bridging Cultures Through Storytelling Apple An shares her journey from STEM scholar to award-winning author, crafting authentic stories that celebrate resilience, explore cultural heritage, and inspire global readers through memoirs and historical fiction….
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…
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…
PHOTO: Elisabeth Hartig Lentulo, author of Near the Danube Bridge, shares her father’s extraordinary story of survival, music, and resilience across war-torn Europe. Exploring Memory, War, Music, And The Strength Of The Human Spirit Elisabeth Hartig Lentulo’s Near the Danube Bridge tells her father’s powerful WWII story, blending personal memory, history, and music to highlight…
PHOTO: Author J. A. Newman at home in West Norfolk, where her passion for storytelling continues to inspire her growing body of work. Imagination, Resilience, and the Journey From Memoir to Mystery J. A. Newman reflects on her writing journey, from memoir to rom-com and historical fiction, sharing personal inspiration, creative process, and the life…
PHOTO: Author, playwright, and educator Ned Manning, celebrating 50 years in the classroom and a lifetime of powerful storytelling across stage and page. Bringing History, Education, and Imagination to Life Ned Manning reflects on his creative process, the inspiration behind Painting the Light, his experiences as a teacher, and the importance of authenticity in writing…
PHOTO: Author Lea Harms, retired 911 telecommunicator and co-author of Lives on the Line, shares stories of courage, loss, and resilience. Credit: Tammy Klepac Photography A Memoir of Grit, Grace, and the Invisible Heroes of 911 In this candid interview, Lea Harms reflects on her 911 dispatch career, co-writing with her sister, emotional resilience, and…
PHOTO: Author Donna Taylor, whose heartfelt memoir Show Me Heaven honors love, loss, and the power of survival through storytelling. A Powerful Journey Through Loss, Mental Health, and Unshakable Resilience Author Donna Taylor opens up about writing her memoir Show Me Heaven, sharing deeply personal experiences of grief, mental illness, and healing through storytelling, while…
