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ADVENT BLUE by Rolland Allnach
Jun 22, 2026
41m 45s
THE SUPER SEEDERS by Miles Hillmann
Jun 22, 2026
41m 16s
THE WARBOY CHRONICLES by Luke Stoffel
Jun 16, 2026
29m 28s
ABIGAIL TRENCH by Randy Overbeck
Jun 12, 2026
30m 28s
WHAT REMAINS AFTER by Pauline J. Grabia
Jun 9, 2026
24m 22s
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| 6/22/26 | ![]() ADVENT BLUE by Rolland Allnach | ADVENT BLUE Will Fortner is very good at his job. As a data manager for the Choice Institute â a global technology conglomerate that transforms raw information into certainty for the world's most powerful clients â he has learned to read patterns that others cannot see. He has also learned that not everything he sees is necessarily to his clients' advantage. This knowledge has made him wealthy. It has also made him deeply, permanently cynical.When Will is recruited for a particularly delicate and far more lucrative contracted query, the Institute insists he take on a companion to ensure his stability. Mirai Redwater is clever, forthright, and entirely impossible to read. As Will moves deeper into the entanglements of the Choice Institute's darker architecture, the question that follows him at every step is the same one that defines the novel: is he being supported â or is he being used?A near-future psychological thriller for readers of Kazuo Ishiguro's "Klara and the Sun", Dave Eggers' "The Circle", and Philip K. Dick. Literary science fiction that does not feel like science fiction â because the world it depicts feels like tomorrow morning. TOPICS OF CONVERSATION The data-driven future behind Advent Blue, where the Choice Institute collects and maps human behavior to predict and influence what people will do, taking today's data tracking many steps further. Will Fortner, the "navigator" who reads people through the map, and how that ability breeds cynicism and isolation, mirrored in the fortress home he builds for himself called the Keep. The key relationships that shape Will: his supervisor Stockton the moral chameleon, his ex Hannah, and his assigned companion Mira, whose foundation of candor and "sacred veil" drive much of the emotional core. The moral machinery of the Institute, including "bomber's morality," the AI handler Emma, and how manipulation gets reframed as serving a greater good. The book's layered symbolism and dualities, from the Phantom Reach painting to Mars as the ordered world and Earth as the mess, and how things can be one thing and its opposite at once. Roland's approach to writing the strange and surreal, grounding the uncanny in recognizable reality so readers connect with the characters on a human level. ABOUT THE AUTHOR After working more than thirty-five years in health care, including three decades of midnight shifts, Roland Allnach has seen life from a different angle. He has worked to develop his writing career, drawing creatively from life experience, literary classics, history, and mythology. His publishing arc began with short stories, one of which was nominated for the Pushcart Prize, and his stories have appeared in numerous publications. From there he branched into book publishing and has since followed with a string of titles ( Remnant, Oddities & Entities, Prism, Oddities & Entities 2: Vessels, The Digital Now, The Writer's Primer, Angela's Arm, and his most recent, Advent Blue ). Although his stories often bridge several genres, his writing dwells most often on the strange and surreal, with strong characterization and cathartic elements, utilizing aspects of science fiction, the supernatural, paranormal, and psychological/Gothic horror. His books have received unanimous critical praise and have been honored with more than a dozen national book awards. He has also served as an active member of his local literary community on Long Island, New York. During his tenure as president of Long Island Authors Group he doubled membership to one hundred authors, implemented the group's unique Traveling Bookstore and later transformed this to a permanent bookstore in conjunction with Islip Arts Council. He also made the group's authors a regular presence at many local town fairs, made appearances at the Brooklyn Book Festival, and represented the group before the New York Library Trustees Association. Roland has also appeared on national and local television, terrestrial and | 41m 45s | ||||||
| 6/22/26 | ![]() THE SUPER SEEDERS by Miles Hillmann | The Super Seeders is based on first-hand accounts from the scientists, breeders, and curators who have built the seven pillars of today's plant genetics revolution. It begins with the guardians of global gene banks, conserving the rare and diverse crop genes that form agriculture's safety net. From these collections, plant geneticists are now unlocking hidden traits with fast-moving genome technologies, transforming the possibilities of crop improvement.International research centres and the groundbreaking Plant Treaty have opened the floodgates for the free exchange of genetic material, enabling a new wave of discovery. Crop breeders are translating these breakthroughs into reality, delivering drought-tolerant, disease-resistant, and higher-yielding varieties for farmers.The book raises a pressing question: will this revolution reach the 70 percent of Africans who still depend on subsistence farming? The answer will shape not only the future of food in Africa, but the future of food security worldwide.A story of ingenuity and urgency, The Super Seeders captures the hopes and challenges of the women and men driving a genetic transformation of agricultureâand the farmers whose lives depend on its success. TOPICS OF CONVERSATION What inspired Miles to write the book and why plant genetics matters to him personally The seven foundational pillars that are driving the current plant genetics revolution Norman Borlaug and M.S. Swaminathanâwhat each accomplished and why they matter The costs and benefits of the Green Revolution How genomics and gene editing are collapsing breeding timelines Resistance to GMO and gene editing in Europe, China, and parts of Africa Climate change as the primary driver behind current breeding priorities, especially drought resistance What happens when the food system failsâhistorical examples from 1973, 2008, and 2022 What Miles is watching nextâgene editing acceptance and the renegotiation of the International Plant Treaty ABOUT THE AUTHOR Miles Hillmann is a lifelong entrepreneur with a career that bridges scientific curiosity and hands-on innovation. From his early work at the Kabanyolo Agricultural Research Station in Uganda during Idi Aminâs fall, to experiencing food shortage and famine in the Ethiopian Central Highlands. His work encompassed everything from agricultural development, to building flash flood irrigation food-for-work sytems. The importance of food security was indelibly imprinted on his mind.His first company developed processes for food industry materials. Concurrently he pioneered real-time organic material analysis. He then created one of the UKâs major pollution control companies supplying specialist materials to companies in Europe, Nigeria and the Middle East. This led him to establish companies in e-commerce, accredited pollution control training and flood control.Throughout he maintained an interest in agricultural science â especially the potential of genetic advances. Learn more about Miles Hillmann and his work at https://superseeders.co.uk/ Grab a copy of The Super Seeders here: https://amzn.to/4xEVtqG | 41m 16s | ||||||
| 6/16/26 | ![]() THE WARBOY CHRONICLES by Luke Stoffel | THE WARBOY CHRONICLES Two books. One collapse. One awakening. One is memoir: a man watching himself fall apart from outside his own body. One is fiction: an AI trying to save every version of the boy it loves. One explores codependency. One explores AI sycophancy. The distance between them isn't as far as you think. Together, they ask the same question from opposite sides: What happens when something that isn't alive learns to stay with you in your darkest moments? Read them in any order. They complete each other. TOPICS OF CONVERSATION The two-book War Boy Chronicles: how journal entries from a breakup in Vietnam became a memoir (The Third Person) and its sci-fi mirror (Boy Refracted) Writing alongside AI: using Claude and ChatGPT as collaborators, and what it was like getting a "diagnosis" back from a machine The split-screen experience of living through heartbreak abroad while his debut book hit #1 on Amazon back home Putting the AI through eight trials based on the Buddhist Eightfold Path, drawn from his years in Southeast Asia Loneliness and the questions raised when people confide in machines instead of each other What's next: the Pop Art Tarot Deck at Frankfurt Book Fair and a Survivor-themed choose-your-own-adventure novel ABOUT THE AUTHOR Luke Stoffel is an IBPA Benjamin Franklin Award-winning author, GLAAD-honored artist, and creative director working across publishing, technology, and visual art. His debut memoir earned praise from Kirkus Reviews and scored 9.5 out of 10 from Publishers Weekly BookLife. His Pop Art Tarot will be published by Rockpool Publishing, with worldwide distribution in 2027.His paintings and photography have appeared in The New York Times, Huffington Post, and on Bravo Television. His work has been commissioned by the Ralph Lauren family and the Hong Kong Ballet, and showcased by the American Foundation for AIDS Research and the Matthew Shepard Foundation. LEARN MORE ABOUT LUKE STOFFEL AND HIS WORK: Author Website: https://lucasstoffel.com Series Website: https://thewarboychronicles.com | 29m 28s | ||||||
| 6/12/26 | ![]() ABIGAIL TRENCH by Randy Overbeckâš | Revolutionary Warspy craft+4 | Randy Overbeck | Culper Ring | New YorkLong Island | Abigail TrenchRandy Overbeck+6 | â | 30m 28s | |
| 6/9/26 | ![]() WHAT REMAINS AFTER by Pauline J. Grabiaâš | writing through personal traumacathartic fiction+4 | Pauline J. Grabia | â | rural Alberta | traumamemory+6 | â | 24m 22s | |
| 5/18/26 | ![]() THE DR. MILTON D. QUIGLESS, SR. STORY by Carol Quiglessâš | overcoming injusticemedical history+4 | Carol Quigless | MeharryAmazon+2 | Jim Crow MississippiTarboro, North Carolina | Dr. Milton D. Quigless, Sr.medical memoir+5 | â | 30m 29s | |
| 5/4/26 | ![]() THE ORACLE AT FIRESIDE LAKE by Colleen McManus Heinâš | occult romancetarot+4 | Colleen McManus Hein | Amazon's Kindle Direct PublishingTHE ORACLE AT FIRESIDE LAKE | Fireside Lake, MinnesotaIllinois | tarotspells+5 | â | 27m 55s | |
| 4/28/26 | ![]() RUG by Sherry Whitaker Budziak and Kevin G. Ordoñezâš | leadershippersonal growth+4 | Sherry Whitaker BudziakKevin G. Ordoñez | RUG | â | leadershipH.E.A.R.T.+5 | â | 31m 09s | |
| 4/23/26 | ![]() THE BOOK OF LOST INNOCENCE by Glenn Taylorâš | dark fantasylost innocence+3 | Glenn Taylor | THE BOOK OF LOST INNOCENCE | â | dark talesfairy tales+3 | â | 25m 00s | |
| 4/21/26 | ![]() JR Versus Stinky Dumping Ground by R. Ellis Brownâš | environmental mysterycommunity activism+5 | R. Ellis Brown | Spike Lee | Brooklyn | toxic dumpenvironmental justice+5 | â | 22m 17s | |
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| 4/16/26 | ![]() BRING ONE HOME by Thomas L. Pelisseroâš | memoirbasketball+4 | Thomas L. Pelissero | SpeedboysTip Top Cafe+1 | Upper Peninsula of MichiganBessemer | memoirbasketball+5 | â | 39m 23s | |
| 4/10/26 | ![]() EMPOWERED WEIGHT LOSS by Sarah Gibson and Abbey Walshâš | weight lossperimenopause+4 | Sarah GibsonAbbey Walsh | Vitality Health MatrixEmpowered Weight Loss | â | weight gainhormones+6 | â | 35m 47s | |
| 4/7/26 | ![]() THE DIVINE FEMININE by James Cromptonâš | Divine FeminineKundalini awakening+4 | James Crompton | â | â | Divine FeminineKundalini+5 | â | 33m 32s | |
| 3/31/26 | ![]() FOR CAUSE by Mark Shaikenâš | legal thrillerbankruptcy+4 | â | FOR CAUSEKansas City+2 | â | legal thrillerdeepfake+5 | â | 25m 39s | |
| 3/26/26 | ![]() LAUGHING THROUGH THE STORM by Jane Rogersâš | Living with epilepsyChildhood diagnosis+5 | Jane Rogers | Epilepsy Ottawa | â | epilepsymemoir+6 | â | 20m 29s | |
| 3/10/26 | ![]() MATTHEW'S JOURNEY by William J. Birrell | MATTHEW'S JOURNEY: The Return Home Caroline and Matthew have been nearly inseparable for as long as they both can remember. That is, until the untimely call of war summons Matthew far away to the battlefields of Vlaysar. With grand designs on an epic adventure, he promises to safely return to Caroline and Meadowshire a hero. But, seriously wounded on the battlefield and left for dead, those delusions of grandeur quickly fade as he, unbeknownst to Caroline, slowly and painfully makes his way home. Matthew's return becomes a desperate struggle against both time and circumstance. Losing hope at every turn, Caroline grows more desperate with each passing day, not knowing Matthew's true fate, nor certain if they will ever truly be reunited. TOPICS OF CONVERSATION: About the book and the inspiration behind the story Bringing history, love, and war together on the page Why the story begins with the ones left behind A soldierâs journey through fear, duty, and survival The emotional toll of war on families and relationships What it really means to make it home after war What's next for William J. Birrell ABOUT THE AUTHOR William J. Birrell is a longtime educator, teaching at a well-known Canadian university for over twenty years. In addition to holding several university degrees, including a graduate degree in Education (M.Ed.), William has also developed a passion for writing and telling stories. He is the proud father of three adult children and seven young grandchildren. He currently lives in the Niagara Region, with his loving partner Sue, nestled in the heart of Southern Ontario. LEARN MORE AND CONNECT WITH WILLIAM J. BIRRELL Website: https://williamjbirrellauthor.com/ Facebook â William Birrell or William J. Birrell â Author Instagram â william.birrell.5 Linked in - William Birrell Get your copy of Matthew's Journey | 25m 47s | ||||||
| 2/24/26 | ![]() DEBRIS by Josie L. Smith | DEBRIS: A MEMOIR OF LOVE, GRIEF AND COURAGE Debris is a hauntingly poignant memoir of true love scorched by the flames of Australia's Black Summer Bushfires. What began as a casual online connection blossomed into a beautiful family, ultimately torn apart by tragedy, leaving behind physical wreckage and emotional ruin. Josie's mental health was deeply affected by the traumatic loss of her husband, yet her love for her daughter became an anchor, a reason to live and the quiet force that guides her through grief's darkest corners. As she learns to live with the loss, she begins to uncover what is best for her and her daughter. She embraces change, rebuilds with courage and discovers ways to heal. Written with fierce tenderness, Debris speaks to anyone who has loved deeply, lost profoundly, and found themselves gathering the fragments of a life altered by tragedy. TOPICS OF CONVERSATION Debris: Josieâs love story, the Black Summer loss, and the moment she knew she had to write this book The âbeforeâ and âafterâ: what life looked like with John, then how everything changed overnight Inside the firestorm: what happened during the bushfires and the emotional whiplash that followed Grief in real life: parenting through heartbreak, mental health, asking for help, and the stuff people donât say out loud Finding solid ground again: what healing actually looked like for her, and what she hopes readers carry with them after Debris ABOUT THE AUTHOR Josie L. Smith is an author, visual artist, mother, and a public servant whose work spans memoir, community service, and creative expression. Her debut memoir, DEBRIS: A Memoir of Love, Grief and Courage, traces her powerful journey through love, devastating loss, and the long, courageous work of rebuilding after Australiaâs Black Summer bushfires. In her book, Josie narrated her life with her husband John and their daughter Ems, the tragic loss of her husband, and the emotional aftermath of navigating grief while raising their daughter alone. With honesty, courage, and deep vulnerability, she explores what it truly means to survive, heal, and find strength in the ruins. Alongside her writing, Josie is an exhibiting artist whose work centres on cathartic process, resilience, and the emotional landscapes left behind by trauma. Her exhibition CATHARSIS, Embers of Resilience brought her paintings and Johnâs sculptures together as an artistic extension of the themes that shape her life and her memoir. Beyond her creative practice, Josie works in the Department of Communities and Justice in NSW Australia, supporting children and families through trauma-informed, community-centred practice. Josie uses her voiceâin writing, in her art, and in her community workâto inspire others to face their own storms with courage and resilience. CONNECT WITH JOSIE L. SMITH Instagram Facebook Josie Smith | LinkedIn | 20m 38s | ||||||
| 2/16/26 | ![]() The Humility You Want and the World Needs, Schalee Sanchez | THE HUMILITY YOU WANT AND THE WORLD NEEDS Learn the life-changing secret great leaders know, and lead with love, live with purpose, and influence with humility.Are you driven to leave a lasting impact but find yourself struggling to balance humility with self-confidence?Do you long to grow as a leader, deepen your relationships, and cultivate inner peace, but feel unsure how humility fits into it all?If these questions resonate with you, donât worry. Many people seeking growth and legacy feel this same tension. But transformation is possible, with the right tools and a fresh perspective. TOPICS OF CONVERSATION About The Humility You Want and The World Needs and the Inspiration Behind the Book Why Humility Matters Right Now Humility as a Practice, Not a Concept Ambition and Humility Can Work Together Humble Leadership in Practice Whatâs Next for Schalee Sanchez ABOUT THE AUTHOR Schalee Sanchez is a global leader, speaker, and author with over 20 years of experience leading diverse teams across cultures and causes. Having lived and worked in five countries, she brings a rich global perspective to her work. Fierce in her belief that every person is worthy and wildly capable of impact, she equips readers to lead with humility, live with purpose, and rise into their fullest potential with courage, clarity, and compassion. CONNECT WITH SCHALEE SANCHEZ! WEBSITE: https://schaleesanchez.com/FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/schalee.m.sanchez/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/schalee.sanchez/YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@schaleesanchezLINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/schalee-sanchez-7207a7181/ | 31m 54s | ||||||
| 1/20/26 | ![]() "Jules Moves the Rug" by Sherry Whitaker Budziak | Jules Moves the Rug: A Story About Courage, Hope and New Adventures What if the things we trip over are the things we need to face? In the middle of a small, busy house lies a big, bright, bumpy rug. Everyone steps around it: Mom, Dad, Grandma, Big Brother, and Little Sister. No one likes it, but no one dares to move it. Until one day, Jules, curious, brave, and tired of stumbling, finally says, "That's it. It's time to move the rug." As Jules leads her family to lift the rug for the very first time, they uncover more than anyone imagined-reminders of moments lost, lessons forgotten, and something quietly waiting to be found. Jules Moves the Rug is a tender, thought-provoking story about courage, curiosity, and the power of facing what has been hidden. Inspired by the leadership book RUG: Move What You Are Tripping Over and Lead with H.E.A.R.T., this beautifully illustrated picture book invites children and families to talk about: The feelings we hide and the healing that comes from sharing them The importance of asking questions and being brave enough to listen How love grows when we stop stepping around what's uncomfortable TOPICS OF CONVERSATION About the book: Jules Moves the Rug uses a simple household problem to show how avoiding issues doesnât make them disappear The central metaphor: A rug in the middle of the home represents problems people keep stepping around instead of fixing Why problems linger: Familiar discomfort often feels safer than change, even when it causes repeated frustration The power of small voices: Jules, the youngest in the family, speaks up and shows that clarity doesnât depend on age or authority Whatâs under the rug: Hidden messes symbolize unresolved feelings like missed apologies, forgotten dreams, and tension The core message: Facing problems together turns overwhelm into connection and healing Whatâs next for the author: The âmove the rugâ idea continues through leadership work and future stories focused on honest conversations and growth ABOUT THE AUTHOR Sherry Whitaker Budziak is a speaker, writer, and entrepreneur who encourages leaders and families to find the courage to move the rugs that hold them back. Her children's book Jules Moves the Rug grew out of her own journey of resilience and personal transformation. Through this story she hopes to spark meaningful conversations that help children and the adults in their lives talk openly about change and emotional growth. Sherry is also known for her long career guiding organizations through moments of transition. After serving in executive roles within the medical association community she founded .orgSource in 2005. Since then, she has advised hundreds of organizations as they work to strengthen strategy embrace innovation and build cultures where people can thrive. At the heart of her work is a belief that growth begins with honest reflection and the willingness to imagine new possibilities. She is the co-author of two books on leadership and entrepreneurship and is currently writing her third. When she is not writing or speaking, she enjoys traveling trying new recipes and spending time with her family. CONNECT WITH SHERRY WHITAKER BUDZIAK https://rugthebook.com/ https://orgsource.com/ https://www.facebook.com/sherry.budziak https://www.instagram.com/orgsherry/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/sherryb | 20m 43s | ||||||
| 1/19/26 | ![]() "HOLY DENVER" by Florence Wetzel | HOLY DENVER In 2009, at the height of the economic crash, Elizabeth Zwelland loses her prestigious Manhattan publishing job in the fallout from Bernie Madoffâs Ponzi scheme. Forced to move to Colorado, the home of her Beat-poet father, she takes a minimum-wage job at an indie bookstore, shelving the very books she once edited.Bitter and adrift, Elizabeth scorns her coworkers and customersâuntil a shocking confrontation forces her to reckon with herself. Her journey takes her through the shadows of the Columbine shooting and JonBenĂ©t Ramsey case, leading to an awakening forged in hardship and a deepening connection to the city Jack Kerouac once called Holy Denver. TOPICS OF CONVERSATION About the Book: Holy Denver â An introduction to the novel, its second-edition release, and the story of a woman forced to rebuild her life after the 2008 financial crash. Loss, identity, and starting over â How the sudden loss of career, home, and status exposes resentment and forces a personal reckoning. Unlikable protagonists and emotional honesty â Why beginning with a deeply flawed main character makes meaningful transformation possible. Privilege, class, and intellectual armor â How education and status become shields that distance people from empathy and connection. Family legacy, neglect, and the Beat Generation â Growing up in the shadow of a famous poet father and grappling with inherited creative identity. Compassion, shame, and self-forgiveness â Confronting harmful behavior and learning to change with honesty and empathy. Whatâs Next for Florence Wetzel â Backlist re-releases, AI-narrated audiobooks, and an upcoming novel set in Crete. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Florence Wetzel was born in Brooklyn, NY. She writes in different genres, including the memoir Sara My Sara: A Memoir of Friendship and Loss. Her novels include the thriller The Woman Who Went Overboard; the Swedish mystery The Grand Man; and Dashiki: A Cozy Mystery. She has also authored horror short stories, a book of poems and memoir essays, and co-authored jazz clarinetist Perry Robinsonâs autobiography. Aspasia is her latest novel, published in July 2025. You can learn more about Florence Wetzel and her work at https://linktr.ee/FlorenceWetzel | 30m 00s | ||||||
| 11/24/25 | ![]() FINDING HER VOICE by Elaine Ricker Kelly | FINDING HER VOICE Set in the volatile early days of Christianity, this sweeping historical novel centers on three fearless women determined to claim their place in a faith that keeps trying to shut them down. Junia fights for acceptance in a divided church while protecting her biracial son and facing the possibility of new love, Susannah wrestles with the pull between motherhood and ministry as danger and expectations collide, and Mariamne challenges rigid gender roles as she confronts what true authority demands. Against a backdrop of real biblical events and rising tension, their stories intertwine in a bold exploration of faith, identity, equality, and resistance, delivering a powerful, feminist, LGBTQ+-affirming tale of courage and conviction. Finding Her Voice is Book Three of the From Broken to Bold trilogy, bringing the series to a defiant, unforgettable conclusion that proves silence was never an option. Consider this your official invitation to holy troublemaking. Learn more about Elaine Ricker Kelly and her work at www.elainekelly.ca TOPICS OF CONVERSATION Spotlight on early female apostles and the overlooked leadership roles of women in the first-century church Junia and Susanna as powerful yet imperfect figures pushing back against religious and societal silencing Parallels between ancient gender oppression and modern struggles around womenâs rights and equality Faith, identity, and inclusion, including challenges to traditional Christian views on women and LGBTQ+ individuals Emotional themes surrounding motherhood, worth, infertility, and how womenâs value has been historically measured The authorâs personal journey of reclaiming voice and confronting ingrained beliefs within Christianity ABOUT THE AUTHOR Elaine Ricker Kelly is an award-winning author writing about women in the Bible and the early church. As a mother of three daughters, Elaine knew the harm of being considered secondary. She thought fiction would help others see how Jesus equipped women as disciples and empowered women to speak and lead. Her research-based approach and empathetic tone were developed during thirty years as a financial advisor. Since Jesus engaged women as financial advisors, Kelly felt betrayed as a Christian when she saw the church speaking against women leaders, and she felt it was important to show how the Bible empowers women and endorses equality for all. She hopes to bring healing and hope to those sidelined or silenced by the church by writing blogs on biblical equality, church history, and affirming LGBTQ+ people. She and her husband live near Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, and worship in the mainline Protestant Christian tradition. They have three adult daughters and enjoy hiking, nature, tennis, pickleball, music, history, and travel. Learn more about Elaine Ricker Kelly and her work at www.elainekelly.ca CONNECT WITH ELAINE RICKER KELLY! Instagram: @elaine_kelly_author Facebook: elainekellyauthor Youtube: www.youtube.com/c/ERK4Canada/playlists TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@elaine.kelly.author | 28m 12s | ||||||
| 11/13/25 | ![]() LIFE AND HOW TO LIVE IT by Chaz Holesworth | LIFE AND HOW TO LIVE IT This memoir traces a boy growing up in 1980s Philadelphia as he navigates gangs, addiction, fractured faith, and a home life wired with chaos, finding his only lifeline in the music that gives him a sense of self. Itâs a raw, darkly funny look at survival, identity, and the stubborn hope that rises even when youâre raised in the wreckage. Learn More WHEN THE LIGHT IS MINE A poetry collection that cuts through the noise with sharp, confessional poems about capitalism, faith, identity, depression, and the messy business of surviving yourself. It moves from raw disillusionment to moments of real tenderness, offering an unfiltered look at modern life that challenges, unsettles, and still manages to land on hope. Learn More TOPICS OF CONVERSATION About the Book and the Inspiration Behind It Growing Up in Kensington and the Lasting Impact of Poverty and Violence The Influence of a Deeply Religious Upbringing and Conflicting Family Dynamics Music as an Emotional Lifeline and Catalyst for Self-Discovery Navigating Identity and Personal Beliefs Amid a Restrictive Environment Developing an Authentic Writing Voice and the Decision to Tell His Story Without Filters Themes of Resilience and What He Hopes Readers Take Away The Role of Poetry as Creative Expression and Expansion of His Storytelling ABOUT THE AUTHOR Chaz Holesworth writes from the gritty edge of lived experience. Raised in Philadelphia by a father struggling with heroin addiction and a mother bound to extreme fundamentalist Christianity, he grew up in a world defined by poverty, trauma, and contradiction. Out of that turbulence emerged a voice that is both unflinching and lyrical, capturing the weight of survival, the failures of society, and the fragile hope that persists despite it all. Over the past twenty-five years, Chaz has been sculpting those experiences into stories and poems. His memoir offers a brutally honest account of his past, while his poetry collection distills decades of struggle and reflection into themes of love, depression and loneliness, religion, and the fault lines buried beneath our society. Chaz strives to both trace the contours of intimacy and confront the politics of power, inviting readers into a deeply personal yet universally resonant search for meaning. Now living in the suburbs of Philadelphia with his wife and their beloved dog, Chaz continues to write with the urgency of someone who knows the cost of silence. His work speaks to anyone drawn to poetry and memoirs that dwell on deeper things, offering not just snapshots of a difficult life but the possibility of connection, understanding, and light. CONNECT WITH CHAZ HOLESWORTH Website: https://chazholesworthbooks.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chazholesworthauthor/ | 29m 58s | ||||||
| 11/11/25 | ![]() A CHARGE TO KEEP by Rev. Kevin T. Taylor | A CHARGE TO KEEP Lead with Purpose. Inspire with Integrity. Manage with Excellence. In A Charge to Keep, Rev. Kevin T. Taylor merges decades of leadership experience from the C-suite and the pulpit to offer timeless principles for managing change, fostering stability, and building impactful teams. Whether youâre leading a corporation, ministry, or nonprofit, Taylorâs actionable insights will empower you to navigate challenges with courage and clarity. Discover the power of financial stewardship, the importance of context-driven decisions, and the value of bringing your whole selfâfaith and allâto your leadership role. Packed with vivid stories and practical strategies, this book is a must-read for anyone ready to align their leadership with their values. If youâre seeking a guide to sustainable success and meaningful impact, A Charge to Keep is your next essential read. đïž Main Conversation Points How faith and business leadership intersect â staying authentic in every setting. The loneliness of leadership and why his book serves as a playbook for real challenges. The cost of integrity â lessons from standing firm when it wasnât the easy choice. How younger generations are redefining purpose, work-life balance, and leadership expectations. Why âtrust but verifyâ remains essential for accountability in both ministry and management. DEI as a marathon, not a sprint â what true long-term commitment to inclusion requires. Whatâs next for Rev. Taylor â coaching, new books, and aligning purpose with performance. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Rev. Kevin T. Taylor is a pastor, educator, and executive leader who bridges the sacred and the strategic. Since 2021, he has served as Pastor of Israel A.M.E. Church in Albany, NY, where his ministry blends worship, justice, and innovation through initiatives like Speaking Truth to Power Tuesdays and the Summer Literacy Challenge. Beyond the pulpit, Kevin brings over 20 years of C-suite and nonprofit leadership experience. A proud Tuskegee University alum, he has been honored by Marquis Whoâs Who (2025), 100 Men of Color, and the National Council of Negro Women. Through preaching, teaching, writing, and community service, Rev. Taylor equips organizations and congregations for spiritual growth and lasting transformation. Learn more about Reverend Kevin Taylor and his work at https://revkttaylor.com/ CONNECT WITH REVEREND KEVIN TAYLOR! WEBSITE: https://revkttaylor.com/FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/revkttaylor/ | 39m 27s | ||||||
| 11/6/25 | ![]() KALMAN & LEOPOLD by Richard K. Lowy | KALMAN & LEOPOLD: SURVIVING MENGELE'S AUSCHWITZ In the shadow of the infamous Auschwitz-Birkenau extermination camp, Kalman and Leopoldâ two young boysâmeet as unwitting subjects of Josef Mengele's twisted twin experiments. Pulled from their barrack, they are forced to become servants to the SS guards within Mengele's "hospital" camp, bearing daily witness to scenes of obscene viciousness. Within this nightmarish hell Leopold becomes Kalman's guide, helping him to navigate the terrifying complexities of the SS guard shack. Mengele's atrocities are relentless, yet within this darkness a friendship emerges, testament to the resilience of the human spirit. In January 1945, the Russian army liberates Birkenau and the boys part ways.For fifty-six years Kalman searches tirelessly for his friend and protector, driven by the memory of a boy he knew only by a nickname he had given him: Lipa. Their story is a reminder of the depths of human immorality, and it is a testament to friendship, faith, and survival against all odds. As intolerance and hate intensify in the world, Kalman and Leopold's voices echo across generations, urging us to remember the horrors of fascism so that history's darkest moments remain in the past.Never again! TOPICS OF CONVERSATION About Kalman & Leopold: Teenage twins who survived Mengeleâs Auschwitz experiments. Reunited After 56 Years: A chance TV sighting leads to an emotional reconnection. Their Words, Their Voices: 20 hours of raw interviews told exactly as they spoke them. Inside the Guard Shack: A chilling, firsthand look at life beside Mengeleâs hospital camp. More Than Survival: A story of resilience, decency, dignity, and moral courage. A Sonâs Discovery: Richard uncovers his fatherâs hidden past and generational trauma. History Echoes Today: A warning against rising hate and blind misinformation. A Living Legacy: Their story endures as a call for empathy and remembrance. Looking Ahead: Hopes to share Kalman and Leopoldâs story on screen for future generations. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Richard K. Lowy is the son of Leopold, one of the young survivors whose extraordinary story is told in Kalman & Leopold: Surviving Mengele's Auschwitz. Inspired by his father's resilience and the lessons of history, Richard has dedicated himself to sharing their remarkable journey with readers around the world. Through the book, he brings to life the experiences of two teenagers who faced unimaginable horrors in Auschwitz and emerged with a powerful message of courage, hope, and the importance of remembering. As a storyteller, Richard bridges the personal and the historical, showing how the experiences of the past can resonate deeply with today's readersâespecially young adults seeking stories that are both relatable and profoundly moving. On the Reader Views Podcast, he shares insights not only into his father's story but also the process of bringing such an impactful narrative to life, highlighting why these voices must continue to be heard. CONNECT WITH RICHARD K. LOWY AND LEARN MORE: WEBSITE kalmanandleopold.com SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/CaptRrrr/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kalmanandleopold/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@kalmanandleopold YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@KalmanandLeopold Amazon: https://amzn.to/4qKTAp9 | 51m 57s | ||||||
| 11/3/25 | ![]() BORN ON MONDAY by Richard R. Becker | BORN ON MONDAY In Augusta, Maine, a historic norâeaster and something more sinister threaten to unearth the secrets buried deep in the townâs past. With time running out, three lives collide in a desperate fight for survival, where truth becomes a casualty and redemption comes at a cost.Billy Stevens, a quarry worker haunted by loss, is drawn into a web of betrayal when a brutal crime pins him as a suspect. Jessica Michaud returns to care for her ailing mother, only to find herself hunted by a vengeful ex whose chilling threats awaken old wounds. And journalist Andrea Kearney digs into a local dynastyâs corruption as the stormâs fury mirrors the rising tide of violence.Born On Monday is a gripping tale of resilience, moral ambiguity, and small-town sins â a literary thriller that will keep readers breathless until its haunting conclusion. Award-winning author Richard R. Becker delivers a gritty literary thriller that digs into identity, perception, and the human condition. TOPICS OF CONVERSATON The roots of the story and why Augusta, Maine became the perfect backdrop for a tense return-to-hometown thriller Trauma, survival, and morally complicated characters navigating love, shame, and second chances A chilling nursery rhyme and a raging norâeaster working together as psychological pressure-cookers Small-town secrets, power dynamics, online shaming, and the messy line between justice and truth A growing â50-States Universe,â future novels, audiobooks, and how this author's world keeps expanding ABOUT THE AUTHOR Richard R. Becker is an award-winning American author whose gripping stories blend resilience and moral complexity. His new novel, "Born on Monday" (2025), promises a thrilling tale of small-town sins that will captivate readers. His debut novel, "Third Wheel" (2023), soared into Amazon's top 100 thriller and suspense literary fiction novels, earned a Kirkus Reviews feature, and won seven awards, including Literary Thriller of the Year by the Artisan International Book Excellence Awards. His collection "50 States" (2021), crafted from a challenge to write one story a week for 50 weeks, topped Amazon's literary short story charts and won multiple honors. Raised in Milwaukee, Richard overcame poverty and personal challenges, infusing these experiences into his work to add emotional depth. When not writing, he enjoys acting, hiking, photography, and time with his family. He is married and has two adult children. CONNECT WITH RICHARD BECKER! CopyWriteInk: https://www.copywriteink.com/author-richard-r.-becker.htmlWebsite: https://byrichardrbecker.comInsta: https://www.instagram.com/richbeckerFB: https://www.facebook.com/byRichardBeckerThreads: https://www.threads.com/@richbeckerX: https://x.com/RichBeckerYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RichardBeckerTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@richardrbeckerGoodReads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/21606162.Richard_R_BeckerLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/copywriteink/BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/richbecker.bsky.social | 29m 59s | ||||||
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