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…
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 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…
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…
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…
Photo: Francine Falk-Allen, author and advocate, shares her inspiring journey of resilience, creativity, and storytelling with Novelist Post magazine. Living with Courage, Humor, and Creativity Francine Falk-Allen discusses her journey with polio, her passion for writing, and how her stories of resilience inspire greater understanding of disability, aging, and life’s unexpected challenges. Francine Falk-Allen is…
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….
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, 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…
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…
