Episodes

  • Memoir, Hybrid Publishing, and Book Marketing with Sandy Pearl

    Memoir, Hybrid Publishing, and Book Marketing with Sandy Pearl
    Jun 22 2026
    In this episode author, producer, and entertainment industry veteran Sandy Pearl talks about her memoir, Then the Phone Rang: My Journey from Hitchhiking Hippie to the Hollywood High Life. Sandy shares ...
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    25 mins
  • Visionary Writing, Creative Freedom, and the Power of Writers Conferences with Matt Pallamary

    Visionary Writing, Creative Freedom, and the Power of Writers Conferences with Matt Pallamary
    Jun 15 2026
    Listen to the 2023 interview with Matt. This episode features prolific author, editor, teacher, and longtime Santa Barbara Writers Conference faculty member Matthew J. Pallamary. With 24 books spanning science ...
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    43 mins
  • Magical Realism, Literary Fiction, and Finding Your Unique Story with Stephanie Barbé Hammer

    Magical Realism, Literary Fiction, and Finding Your Unique Story with Stephanie Barbé Hammer
    Jun 8 2026
    What exactly is magical realism? If that term confuses you, or you wonder how writers blend the ordinary with the impossible, this fascinating conversation is for you. In this episode ...
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    28 mins
  • Writing for Children, Embracing the Marathon, and Finding Magic in the Process with Mary Penny Hershey

    Writing for Children, Embracing the Marathon, and Finding Magic in the Process with Mary Penny Hershey
    Jun 1 2026
    What does it really take to become a traditionally published children’s author? In this episode award-winning children’s author Mary Penny Hershey talks about writing for young readers, navigating the long road ...
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    23 mins
  • Writing Mysteries, Finding Confidence, and Becoming Your Own Publicist with Lida Sideris

    Writing Mysteries, Finding Confidence, and Becoming Your Own Publicist with Lida Sideris
    May 25 2026
    What happens when a lawyer with a lifelong dream of writing finally decides to take the leap? In this episode bestselling author Lida Sideris, creator of the Southern California mystery ...
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    24 mins
  • From Hollywood to the Novel: A Conversation with Norm Thoeming / August Norman

    From Hollywood to the Novel: A Conversation with Norm Thoeming / August Norman
    May 18 2026
    What does it take to move from screenwriting dreams in Hollywood to becoming a traditionally published novelist? In this episode novelist Norm Thoeming, who writes under the pen name August Norman, ...
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    36 mins
  • Indie Publishing, Persistence, and Building Your Own Path with Rick Shaw

    Indie Publishing, Persistence, and Building Your Own Path with Rick Shaw
    May 11 2026
    In this episode novelist and publishing professional Rick Shaw talks about the realities of indie publishing, the long road to finishing a novel, and what it takes to turn writing ...
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    26 mins
  • Voice, Rewriting, and Writing Through Rejection with Melodie Johnson Howe

    Voice, Rewriting, and Writing Through Rejection with Melodie Johnson Howe
    May 4 2026
    In this episode award-winning mystery and thriller writer Melodie Johnson Howe talks about finding your voice, embracing rewriting, and developing the discipline it takes to become a writer. Melodie shares her ...
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    22 mins