Author Vivian E. Moore

The partnership between authors and readers is essential because stories truly come alive when they are shared. Authors create the words, but readers give those words meaning, purpose, and reach. Through reviews, recommendations, feedback, book clubs, social media, and word of mouth, readers help authors grow and connect with new audiences. In return, authors provide stories that entertain, inspire, educate, comfort, and create community. It truly takes a village—authors and readers supporting one another to keep stories alive.

Today's episode explores the unique strength of stand-alone stories compared with book series, arguing that a single, self-contained work can offer both satisfying closure and future possibilities. 

You're Approved: A reminder that creatives don't need permission to pursue their ideas. Your voice, imagination, and unique perspective matter. Stop waiting for validation and start creating—the world needs what only you can bring.

Today's Episode explores creativity as a form of self-expression that goes beyond simply producing something new. It emphasizes the importance of curiosity, encouragement, and collaboration in nurturing creativity, especially in children and in ourselves. Overall, it presents creativity as a personal journey of exploration, identity, and growth.  

Today's episode explores the benefits of book lending and the many ways to obtain, read, and share books.

“Shine Me UP” Today's Episode explores a refreshing spotlight on polishing stories, refining manuscripts, and helping writers bring their books to life. From editing tips and creative inspiration to honest conversations about the writing journey, this podcast is designed to encourage, uplift, and help authors make their work shine one page at a time.

Bestselling Fantasy Author Jesper Schmidt explains The Mechanics of Fantasy Writing. He also dabbles in non-fiction, and he assists authors with writing, publishing, and marketing. 

Host Vivian E. Moore interviews author and editor K.B. Childress about her three-decade journey into children’s publishing, the editing process, common manuscript pitfalls (like showing vs. telling), and practical tips for conferences, querying, and building a writing network. They also discuss agents, the pros and cons of self-publishing, the importance of reading your genre, and where to find K.B. Childress online — including ChildressInk.com and her recent picture book, The Legend of the Fairy Stones (Morgan James Kids).

A Chat with Author Bonnie Marlewski-Probert, known for her work in the equine and pet literature genres, including the "Tales for the Soul Series."

Author Paige Frost shares her memoir, "Conditional Love,"  giving a front-row seat to her world as she juggles a tumultuous relationship with the foster care system, family, a young romance, and healing.

Struggling With Serendipity tells the true story of a mom's crisis with her daughter's disability. 

Award-winning Editor and Author Diane O'Connell discusses her book "Write To Sell", guiding writers to become successful published authors.

Author, Psychotherapist, Hypnotherapist, and Reiki Master

The Best Of Book Chat: A chat with Singer, Muscian, Writer and Author Wendy Ann Waters.

Author, Publisher Adam DeCollibus discusses writing and publishing expectations. The in's and out's of the publishing world. 

Today's episode highlights Author Kathy McDavid's journey from her corporate life to Bestselling Author. 

Today's episode: I chatted with Author/Poet K.B. Valentine, a teacher of poetry, who explores the power of poetry and how it affects people without physically doing so. 

Today's episode shines a light on the novel Nowhere Girls by Teuta Metra, which follows three Albanian women as they navigate friendship, loyalty, and survival in a corrupt society.   

Today's episode explores the complexities of love and trust, and the struggle with adversity, in multifaceted relationships with Author Portia Moore's If I Break Series.

Book Marketing Expert and Book Publicist Scott Lorenz of Westwood Book Marketing discusses Marketing for all Authors.