“The CC & JT Amateur Hour” checks in with Gail Grant Park, a military spouse turned author, who shares her experiences in writing, cultural immersion, and the craft of storytelling. Originally from Massachusetts, she embarked on her writing journey in 2019 and has crafted a unique voice that resonates in her novels. Her debut work,Continue reading “Gail Grant Park”
Category Archives: Ireland
James Raquepau
James Raquepau shares insights into his writing journey, focusing on his semi-historical fantasy series, the Destiny Cycle. He discusses the challenges and joys of revisiting and expanding his work, the unique appeal of blending history with fantasy, and the intricate process of audiobook production and marketing. His books are inspired by Celtic history and legends,Continue reading “James Raquepau”
Vacation from Our Brain
Know a writer or someone who wants to be a writer? Then forward this post to them and invite them to listen to our writers podcast. Thank you! In Episode 216 of our award-winning podcast, we can’t get away from our brains. Intellectually, we knew being full-time writers and running a business was an around-the-clockContinue reading “Vacation from Our Brain”
Economy
Know a writer or someone who wants to be a writer? Then forward this post to them and invite them to listen to our writers podcast. Thank you! In Episode 215 of our lovely award-winning podcast, it’s the economy, silly. Every independent writer is a business to some degree, and all of us make toughContinue reading “Economy”
Draft2Digital
Know a writer or someone who wants to be a writer? Then forward this post to them and invite them to listen to our writers podcast. Thank you! In Episode 212 of our lovely award-winning podcast, we talk about Draft2Digital and how we’re using it to expand our books to libraries and book sellers aroundContinue reading “Draft2Digital”
Mid-Week
We’re doing a mid-week update on the CC & JT adventure because things are popping around here: We updated our bio on our website and we are working on updating our Books page. We gave away a copy of From Tundra to Tiara to a lucky reader in New Jersey. Hello, Garden State! (Keep an eye out for future giveaways.)Continue reading “Mid-Week”
Day 17 of the BAT
Do you have a writer in your family or circle of friends? Then share this with them, please! Thank you! Episode 170: Yes, you read that right. This is both Episode 170 of our writers podcast and Day 17 of the Big A** Trip. Happy Mother’s Day from Oak Grove, Missouri to all who celebrate.Continue reading “Day 17 of the BAT”
Memory
We could say Episode 161 is an exercise in applying strong memories to the craft of writing. After all, “we write what we know.” In reality, it’s an excuse for CC and me to reminisce about our strongest memories from our trips to Ireland. That’s what we people of a certain age like to do.Continue reading “Memory”
Squirrel
Episode 160 is another hodgepodge of writing updates, opinions and predictions. The key center answers the question, “If your life had a book title, what would it be?” You will be surprised to learn that people married for 40+ years came up with the same answer. Shocking! We also discuss the Cubs, Cinema Therapy, currentContinue reading “Squirrel”
How We Feel
The endless saga of our flooded basement gives us fodder for this week’s podcast. Long story short: we’re sore. We talk about how the natural process of aging and Life takes a physical toll on our quality of life, and how we as writers can use these experiences to shape our characters. We also discussContinue reading “How We Feel”