Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, I interview author Marianne Petersen about her memoir, "God and My Pillow." Music credits: Melodic Interlude Two by Alexander Nakarada Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/6394-melodic-interlude-two License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Climb by Alexander Nakarada Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4834-climb License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ For more information about Ruth and to sign up for her newsletter, visit h...
Apr 12, 2021•29 min•Season 1Ep. 74
Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, I talk with YA author, Gina Detwiler about her "Forlorn" series and the Prince Warriors books she co-authored with Priscilla Shirer. Music Credits: A String Of Hope by Mikael Hellman Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/7077-a-string-of-hope License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Summer Ambient Piano by Rafael Krux Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5504-summer-ambient-piano- License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Promote...
Mar 30, 2021•31 min•Season 1Ep. 73
Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, I interview best-selling author of World War II history novels, Sarah Sundin. She talks about her writing journey, why she writes novels set in WWII, and more. Music Credits: Melodic Interlude Two by Alexander Nakarada Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/6394-melodic-interlude-two License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Inspiration by Rafael Krux Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5493-inspiration- License: https://filmmusic.io/standar...
Mar 21, 2021•29 min•Season 1Ep. 72
Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, I talk with author Shana Donyaei about her memoir: "Occasional Moments of Happiness." For more information about her book, visit the book site on Amazon. Music credits: Melodic Interlude Two by Alexander Nakarada Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/6394-melodic-interlude-two License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Summer Ambient Piano by Rafael Krux Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5504-summer-ambient-piano- License: https://filmmusi...
Mar 16, 2021•21 min•Season 1Ep. 71
Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, Mikey is determined to research Annabelle's family. But he is surprised by a few "ghosts" from his own past. Music credits: Suspenseful Cinematic Ambient by MusicLFiles Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/6195-suspenseful-cinematic-ambient License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Dark Secrets (DECISION) by Sascha Ende Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/246-dark-secrets-decision- License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/...
Mar 13, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, I speak with biblical fiction debut author, Dana McNeely about her upcoming book "RAIN", which comes out on March 2nd.. For more information about Dana, visit her website: http://danamcneely.com/ Music credits: Wide Landscapes Of Middle East by MusicLFiles Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/7467-wide-landscapes-of-middle-east License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Happy Dreams by WinnieTheMoog Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/6046-...
Feb 28, 2021•26 min•Season 1Ep. 71
Let me know what you think of this episode! Author, speaker, and Bookstagrammer, Robin Meade, talks to me about her memoir, her life, and how she uses Instagram to build her platform. For more about Robin, click on her Linktree: https://linktr.ee/robinmeadeauthor Music credits: Promote Your Business by Rafael Krux Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5589-promote-your-business- License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Melodic Interlude Two by Alexander Nakarada Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/6...
Feb 22, 2021•27 min•Season 1Ep. 69
Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, best-selling award-winning author and literary agent, Cynthia Ruchti joins me to talk about her books, writing, and being a literary agent in the time of Covid. You'll be encouraged by her outlook on life! I know I am always encouraged when I talk with her. Music Credits: Music from https://filmmusic.io "Dragon Dance - Epic Motivational Trailer" by Rafael Krux (https://www.orchestralis.net/) License: CC BY ( http://creativecommons.org/...
Feb 13, 2021•57 min•Season 1Ep. 68
Let me know what you think of this episode! How can authors utilize Instagram to help build their platform? Come listen to Brandiraae, a Bookstagrammer, discuss ways we can take advantage of this social media platform and connect with millions of readers out there. Music Credits: Discovery by Rafael Krux Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5629-discovery- License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Canada Lo Res Pictures of a Floating World For more information about Ruth and to sign up for...
Feb 11, 2021•31 min•Season 1Ep. 68
Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, I talk with debut novelist, Jennifer Deibel about her life in Ireland and how this experience influenced her first book: A Dance in Donegal . Coming February 2, 2021 from Revell. You can pre-order her book on Amazon today! To learn more about Jennifer, visit her website: https://www.jenniferdeibel.com/ Music credits: Streetview by Lilo Sound Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/6080-streetview License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by...
Jan 23, 2021•29 min•Season 1Ep. 66
Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, Mikey and his friends dare to enter the haunted Manor House to find and rescue their friend, Lexie. But in order to get out alive, Mikey must swear an oath to a mean spinster ghost. Will Mikey be able to solve another murder mystery? Or will he and his friends stay trapped within Manor House forever? Music credits: Music from https://filmmusic.io "Heartbreaking" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY ( http://creativ...
Jan 22, 2021•1 hr 18 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, Mikey tries to escape the killer of the children in the garden. Will he escape the clutches of the killer? Will the ghosts help Mikey again? And will Mikey and his friends ever find out where Lexie is? Music credits: Suspenseful Cinematic Ambient by MusicLFiles Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/6195-suspenseful-cinematic-ambient License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Cinematic Suspense Series Episode 007 by Sascha Ende Link...
Jan 02, 2021•33 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, Mikey's father is in distress and now Mikey must find Deputy Rogers all by himself. But he's not really all by himself....the ghosts he trusted before are there to help him again. Will Mikey find Deputy Rogers and bring him to justice? Or will Deputy Rogers get to Mikey first? Music Credits: Steampunk by Denis Sivtsev Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5956-steampunk License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ The Children Of MH1...
Dec 22, 2020•51 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, Mikey tells his father and the famous journalist, Lance Jacobson, about how he thinks he knows who the killer of the children in the garden is. But will they believe him? Will his friends believe him? They laughed at him last time. But Mikey knows he has to take the risk of being humiliated again because this time, the killer is after his family. Music: Steampunk by Denis Sivtsev Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5956-steampunk License: ...
Dec 18, 2020•53 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, we analyze 3 stories: Taken, Breaking Bad, and The Judge We take a look at the character's superpower, irony, and contrast within these excellent stories. What's your character's superpower? Music credits: The Garden Of Wonders by MusicLFiles Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/6746-the-garden-of-wonders License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Reach For The Stars by Rafael Krux Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5591-reach-for-th...
Nov 24, 2020•29 min•Season 1Ep. 65
Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, Mikey heads to the town of Kew Gardens, where he tries to speak to the children in the garden. Will he make it out alive? Or end up like the others...as a ghost, forced to haunt the garden forever? Music credits: God Rest Ye Merry Celtishmen by Alexander Nakarada Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4764-god-rest-ye-merry-celtishmen License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Cinematic Suspense Series Episode 006 by Sascha Ende Lin...
Nov 13, 2020•37 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, Beth and I discuss The Story Question and why each story should have one. Music: Inspiring Piano Melody by WinnieTheMoog Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/6078-inspiring-piano-melody License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/ For more information about Ruth and to sign up for her newsletter, visit her website: http://www.artbyruth.com/...
Oct 29, 2020•42 min•Season 1Ep. 64
Let me know what you think of this episode! Now that the trial is over, Mikey is excited to start his internship in Kew Gardens. But while he's there, two more boys go missing inside the mysterious garden in the middle of town. Is Mikey headed into a trap? Tune in to find out! Music: Steampunk by Denis Sivtsev Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5956-steampunk License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Discovery by Rafael Krux Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5629-discovery- License: http:/...
Oct 24, 2020•49 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, Mikey sits on the witness stand to testify at the trial of Mr. Davis, the killer of Mikey's uncle Kevin and the children under the ice. Will Mikey be strong enough to withstand the defense attorney's questions and the icy cold stares of Mr. Davis? Tune in to find out... Music Credits: Enjoy The Life by MusicLFiles Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/6367-enjoy-the-life License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Reach For The Star...
Oct 01, 2020•1 hr 21 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Let me know what you think of this episode! How can a writer spiritually prepare for a virtual writing conference? Why is it important to prepare our hearts as well as our manuscript for a conference? Best-selling author, Rachel Hauck explains this and much more! For more information about Rachel and her books, visit her website: https://www.rachelhauck.com/about-rachel/ Music: Enjoy The Life by MusicLFiles Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/6367-enjoy-the-life License: http://creativecommons.org/l...
Sep 16, 2020•53 min•Season 1Ep. 63
Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, I talk with the incomparable, Susie May Warren! This multi best-selling author of over 65 books will be teaching a workshop at the upcoming ACFW Writers Conference via Zoom. We discuss how writers can prepare for an online conference experience, what to focus on, and how to adjust your attitude for a virtual experience. Come listen in! For more information about Susie, visit her website: https://www.susanmaywarren.com/meet-susan/ For m...
Sep 10, 2020•25 min•Season 1Ep. 62
Let me know what you think of this episode! With school starting and a court date looming, Mikey finds it hard to concentrate on school and a murder mystery. Music: Enjoy The Life by MusicLFiles Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/6367-enjoy-the-life License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Infinity by Sascha Ende Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/440-infinity License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ The Children Of MH17 by Sascha Ende Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/268-the-ch...
Sep 05, 2020•45 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, Mikey discovers a clue about the ghost who had contacted him, drawing him deeper into the mystery. But as he prepares for the trail of the killer of the children under the ice, he begins to rethink starting another investigation. After all, he'll be a big brother soon! Music: Music from https://filmmusic.io "Heartbreaking" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY ( http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ ) Steampun...
Aug 24, 2020•56 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Let me know what you think of this episode! Mikey and his friends are drawn into another murder mystery, but this time they are asked by a little girl ghost to help solve her murder. Will Mikey take on yet another investigation or will he just enjoy his 8th grade school year? Music: Enjoy The Life by MusicLFiles Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/6367-enjoy-the-life License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Reach For The Stars by Rafael Krux Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5591-reach-for...
Aug 10, 2020•51 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, I take a look at some helpful writing tips about the 5 Cs and an S: Character Conflict Change Compassion Choice and... Surprise! Music: Discovery by Rafael Krux Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5629-discovery- License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Land Of Tomorrow by AlekSound Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5949-land-of-tomorrow License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Infinity by Sascha Ende Link: https://fi...
Aug 03, 2020•28 min•Season 1Ep. 61
Let me know what you think of this episode! In this final episode, Mikey and his friends face the man they claim is the killer. Will their suspicions be proven right? Or will he be humiliated before the entire town? Music: The Dread by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4491-the-dread License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ The House of Leaves by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4496-the-house-of-leaves License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Spi...
Jul 27, 2020•40 min•Season 1Ep. 60
Let me know what you think of this episode! After Mikey receives a mysterious letter identifying who the killer is, he decides it is time to reveal the killer's identity to the town in hopes of bringing him to justice. Will the townsfolk believe him? Or will the killer get away with it? Tune in to find out! Music: The House of Leaves by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4496-the-house-of-leaves License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ The Dread by Kevin MacLeod Link: http...
Jul 13, 2020•48 min•Season 1Ep. 59
Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, Mikey wants to quit the investigation after Destrey is hurt. But the silver key continues to intrigue him into finding that keepsake box. Does it hold another clue that will lead to the killer? Will the killer strike again before Mikey can solve the mystery? Tune in to find out! Music: Century by AlekSound Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5970-century License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ The Horror Maschine 1 by Sascha E...
Jul 06, 2020•51 min•Season 1Ep. 58
Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, I interview author Malinda Fugate, about her unique book, "The Other 3:16s." She's insightful and informative about her journey into studying God's word and how it changed her. Music: Climb by Alexander Nakarada Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4834-climb License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Discovery by Rafael Krux Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5629-discovery- License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Virt...
Jun 28, 2020•27 min•Ep. 57
Let me know what you think of this episode! Dare to dream...dare to risk...dare to be bold! In this episode, I review Sheri Hunter's book "Daring to Live" about her grief journey. I connected with this book immediately and I know you will, too. You'll walk away encouraged! Music: New Sky by Rafael Krux Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5693-new-sky- License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Beyond The Horizon by Alexander Nakarada Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/6100-beyond-the-horizon ...
Jun 23, 2020•15 min•Season 1Ep. 56
