We welcome Carson City author Kendall Brown back to the Amateur Hour to discuss the challenges and joys of writing, particularly in the context of dog training. She explores the creative drain and decision fatigue that writers often face, the signs of burnout, and the importance of finding an escape from the pressures of writing.Continue reading “Kendall Brown Part Deux”
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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”
Farewell to 2025
Before we dive into the meat of today’s show, CC and I will be doing a live podcast on YouTube on Wednesday, December 31 at 6:00pm Pacific time (Los Angeles time) just for the heck of it. It’ll be our first live podcast, so a thousand things might go wrong (and probably will). We’re hopingContinue reading “Farewell to 2025”
Book Sale!
We’re having a bit of a book sale starting today with a happy little bonus. If you buy one of the below books from our bookstore, you will not only get an autographed copy and some sweet wrapping, we will throw in a free backpack! A Sheriff in NevadaHope Knocks TwiceServing Salvation Book OneZoey Reminder:Continue reading “Book Sale!”
Invitation
This Sunday, December 14, CC and I are leveling up. We are joining four esteemed local writers to do a mutual book signing and discussion panel about our respective books, plus we are doing readings. There will be goodies for our guests and we’ll be giving out prizes. Please join us at the Sierra ArtsContinue reading “Invitation”
December 2025 Newsletter
Welcome to the Two Moore Books News. Our monthly newsletter provides updates on our works in progress, a roundup of the previous month’s podcasts, upcoming book releases, and details about any events we may be attending. Be sure to share this with anyone who you think might be interested in following our adventures. As always,Continue reading “December 2025 Newsletter”
Vibes
Happy holidays to all who engage in joy and frivolity at this time of year which, considering the number of celebrations there are, means everyone. We’re back from West Sacramento after Thanksgiving with the relations, something we’re always happy to do. Added bonus: the trip gave us the topic of this week’s podcast: getting outsideContinue reading “Vibes”
Lingarasu Kittusamy and Darani Kettimuthu
“The CC & JT Amateur Hour” welcomes children book authors and IT wizards Lingarasu Kittusamy and Darani Kettimuthu to the podcast. They are using innovative technologies, their own artistic expertise, and feedback from their family to bring new books to the public. Our conversation with Lingarasu and Darani explores the journey of creating children’s books,Continue reading “Lingarasu Kittusamy and Darani Kettimuthu”
Series
In this episode of our award-winning podcast where we “help writers write,” we talk at length about the power of writing a series. Frankly, I never intended to write a series and, in fact, was adamant against them because I felt them to be constricting. I like the “freewheeling” feeling of creating new universes, but thenContinue reading “Series”
November 2025 Newsletter
Welcome to the Two Moore Books News. Our monthly newsletter provides updates on our works in progress, a roundup of the previous month’s podcasts, upcoming book releases, and details about any events we may be attending. Be sure to share this with anyone who you think might be interested in following our adventures. As always,Continue reading “November 2025 Newsletter”