Jeff has several boys, and like other authors, used what he learned raising his kids to write a book. He has been a lawyer and politician, and adds writer to his resume. Besides this book, he runs a non-profit calls Can Do Canines where they raise and train service dogs. Jeff recommends this book:
Category: Discovered Wordsmiths
Episode 34A – Doug Knust – Man Stuff
Doug came to writing his first book in an interesting way. He felt there was a need to instruct boys in lessons for men and spent years running a group that helped accomplish that. Many of the lessons are bundled in his book, Man Stuff. This helpful book is targeted to young men and designed… Continue reading Episode 34A – Doug Knust – Man Stuff
Episode 33A – Chad Boyer – Raising Aces
Chad has been in the Air Force and is currently a computer developer in the medical field. He lives in California with his family. He has written a sci-fi book called Raising Aces. It’s a war story with giant robots – who doesn’t like that? http://chadboyer.me Some of Chad’s favorite books: Episode Transcription Episode 33A… Continue reading Episode 33A – Chad Boyer – Raising Aces
Episode 32A – Enosadeda Odiase – A Dance for the Gods
Nosa lives in the UK, though he is from Nigeria. Besides writing, he is a mechanical engineer by day and has used his knowledge to make the buildings in his books stand out. He is writing a fantasy series based on the culture and beliefs of Nigeria. Currently, there are two books available and he… Continue reading Episode 32A – Enosadeda Odiase – A Dance for the Gods
Episode 31A – David Rae – Crowman
David’s first book is a dark fantasy called Crow Man. He currently lives in Scotland and works in the medical field. We discuss his book and some classic literature. David has great thoughts and advice for new writers.
Episode 30B – Byron Gifford – Overcoming Self Doubt
On today’s episode, I talk once again with Byron Gifford. We discuss how to overcome self doubt and dealing with self doubt. This is a common feeling among new writers, and we have thoughts and ideas to help those that doubt they should be writing.
Episode 30A – Byron Gifford – Life with Graffy
Personal Website https://www.byrongifford.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/byron_gifford/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/byron.gifford.52/ Byron lives in Michigan and is a father. He has moved for his career several times and the stress of moving with young children led him to write his book – Life with Graffy, discovering bravery. The book is about a boy that struggles with moving, which is… Continue reading Episode 30A – Byron Gifford – Life with Graffy
Episode 29B – Tory Element – Setting Up a Business Entity
Tory joins me again to discuss what he has gone through in setting up his business entity for publishing. There are many choices and reasons to use one type or another. He also discusses using Sigil for formatting his book. Sigil is an open source epub editor. It is not for the faint of heart,… Continue reading Episode 29B – Tory Element – Setting Up a Business Entity
Episode 29A – Tory Element – Rock Rain
Today’s guest is Tory Element who has co-authored a book with Jim Kukral called Rock Rain. This is Tory’s first book and we discuss writing with a co-author. Tory is retired Air Force and has been working as a fitness trainer along with writing. One of his favorite book series: He also is a fan… Continue reading Episode 29A – Tory Element – Rock Rain
Episode 28 – S.A. Schneider – Personal Update
The podcast has been going strong for 6 months. If you look at the list of authors interviewed and their books, they are quite a diverse group of wonderful people. If you have not, find the type of book you like to read and click that category on the podcast. I encourage you to check… Continue reading Episode 28 – S.A. Schneider – Personal Update