Bookmark this page: Publishing Scam Alerts via the Authors Guild. One of the many unfortunate outcomes of the rise of Artificial Intelligence in the Writing Business is the increase of scams aimed at authors desperate for public exposure. Sophisticated emails with specific details about our books claim they will help us gain a wider audienceContinue reading “Scams”
Category Archives: Podcast
Ruben Elustondo
In today’s global literary landscape, the stories we tell often reflect our personal journeys, shaped by our experiences and interactions with diverse cultures. As writers, we are not only creators but also observers, capturing the essence of humanity in our narratives. In this podcast, we delve into the remarkable journey of Ruben Elustondo, an authorContinue reading “Ruben Elustondo”
Kindness, Please
Happy Easter, everyone, or as the kids call it: Happy Zombie Jesus Day (no offense intended). “The CC & JT Amateur Hour” is a podcast “to help writers write.” Today, we go off of that beaten track for the most part to talk religion and politics. I suppose this is a vent session that wasContinue reading “Kindness, Please”
The Truckee Literary Crawl: A Celebration of Words and Community
The literary world can often feel isolated for writers and readers alike, but local community leaders like Jeff Brunings are taking the lead to highlight the fantastic literary artists in northern California and Nevada. In this special episode of the “CC & JT Amateur Hour,” we explore the Truckee Literary Crawl, an inspiring event thatContinue reading “The Truckee Literary Crawl: A Celebration of Words and Community”
Dr. Dan Morgan
On our writer’s podcast journey, CC and I have been privileged to meet authors with authentic and unique life experiences, but few are more special than Dr. Dan Morgan. In the world of writing, many aspiring authors grapple with the same question: What makes my story worthy of being told? This question is particularly poignantContinue reading “Dr. Dan Morgan”
Gail Grant Park
“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”
Hamster Wheel
Hello from the Worldwide Headquarters of Two Moore Books, LLC, and we are busy, which is the topic of today’s podcast. CC and I have been on the “independent writing hamster wheel” since long before we retired. We’d work, we write, we sleep, and we do it all over again. Many of you do theContinue reading “Hamster Wheel”
Ron Roman
On the “CC & JT Amateur Hour,” we interview Ron Roman, a retired professor and author, who shares insights into his writing journey, the themes of his book “Of Ashes and Dust,” a Finalist in the Chanticleer International Book Awards. The discussion explores the post-apocalyptic genre, character development, and the unique perspectives of those livingContinue reading “Ron Roman”
VL ‘Tori’ Stuart
In our latest episode of the “CC&JT Amateur Hour,” we welcome VL “Tori” Stuart, a retired psychologist and author living in Costa Rica. Tori shares her journey from psychology to writing, her experiences as an expat, and her insights into the dystopian genre. Tori’s writing journey began organically, and we mean that in the literalContinue reading “VL ‘Tori’ Stuart”
Be Nice to Betas
Hi, all. It’s writers podcast time and we hit a lot of sweet spots today, starting with the reminder that baseball season starts after today’s Super Bowl. Woo, sports ball! But seriously, folks, CC and I had a fun chat today about our current and upcoming books in 2026, including the St. Patricks Day releaseContinue reading “Be Nice to Betas”