Read and Write with Natasha
This podcast discusses writing life, reviews books, and interviews authors and industry professionals.
Episodes
69 episodes
Documenting the life of the first Arab woman author
Andrea Emily Stumpf shares the extraordinary s...
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Episode 69
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44:32
Revisiting the past through fiction with Rhonda Zimlich
What happens when childhood memories collide with historical events?In this episode, I sit down with Rhonda Zimlich—author, writing teacher at American University, and storyteller. Rhonda s...
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Episode 68
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41:47
Mastering the art of independent publishing with Bradley Charbonneau
Imagine spending nearly a decade dreaming about writing your first book, only to finally break through with a 30-day writing challenge.That’s exactly what happened with our guest, Bradley Charbo...
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Episode 67
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54:47
Writing at 89: James Flaherty on purpose and aging with vitality
What if pursuing your passions could redefine aging?Meet James Flaherty, 89, who’s added not just years but vitality to his life. Starting his writing journey later, Jim has authored ...
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Episode 66
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36:43
Storytelling and reimagining justice in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Renowned dermatologist and author Dr. Steve Feldman shares the inspiring journey behind his book
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Episode 65
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46:17
Thriving as a full-time writer: Solopreneur insights with David Mcilroy
Do you want to build a thriving writing career and monetize your content? Tune in as David Mcilroy breaks down the exact strategies he used to grow a massive audience on Medium and S...
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Episode 64
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41:23
'High Tolerance': An industry insider explores America's alcohol culture
Curious about how alcohol shaped American history and continues to influence our lives today?Join us for a compelling conversation with marketing expert and author Ella Parlor as...
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Episode 63
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43:23
Building confidence through children's literature
Award-winning children's author Neil Rosen, also known by his whimsical pen name Professor Stork, joins me to share his inspiring journey from a bookish childhood to...
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Episode 62
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35:43
From folklore to fiction with horror author Ryan Winter
In this episode, I sit down with Ryan Winter, a French Cajun author whose writing is deeply influenced b...
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Episode 61
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38:53
War's impact on literature: A conversation with Jordan Elgrably
What happens when war disrupts the creative minds of writers? In this episode, I conversed with Franco-Moroccan-American writer Jordan Elgrably, editor-in-chief of
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Episode 60
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35:55
AI, and the writer's journey: A conversation with Matt Witten
Ever wondered how artificial intelligence is shaking up jobs and our creative landscape? Join us as we unpack these changes with bestselling author Matt Witten. In this episode, Matt dives into the ethical dilemmas faced by journal...
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Episode 59
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51:54
A guide to thriving as an author with publisher Deborah Kevin
In this episode, I sit down with Deborah Kevin, founder and chief inspiration officer of Highlander Press. We uncover surprising statistics abo...
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Episode 58
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33:46
An insider’s guide to publishing with editor Elizabeth Briggs
Ever wondered how a book goes from a manuscript to a bestseller? Join me in this episode as I sit down with
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Episode 57
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51:12
The impact of Arabic science fiction with Fadi Zaghmout
Jordanian author and gender activist Fadi Zaghmout is passionate about the transformative landscape of Arabic science fiction. His novel
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Episode 56
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34:39
Running tales of a father and his daughter
When Mark Ryall coached his daughter Stephanie in competitive running, he forged a bond far beyond the track. Their story, Run Daughter, Run Father,...
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Episode 55
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42:05
A boomer author on the boomer life
Can laughter be the best medicine for aging? Humorist Neil Offen thinks so!He delivers a hilarious and insightful take on the trials and triumphs of boomer life in his book
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Episode 54
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35:40
She helped a murder suspect escape and wrote about it
Toby Dorr, is a former prison librarian who made headlines in 2006 for assisting convicted murderer John Manard in a daring escape from the Lansing Correctional Facility in Kansas.Toby, who faced legal consequences for her role in the e...
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Episode 53
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53:00
Balancing comedy, writing, and business with Kristen Van Nest
Kristen Van Nest, an author, actor, and comedian, joins us to recount the lessons learned while navigating this tumultuous yet exhilarating journey. From the conservative confines of her upbring...
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Episode 52
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42:56
From nursing to fantasy writing
When a patient's desire for distraction developed into a realm of magic, fantasy author Danielle Orsino, who was working as a nurse, discovered her true passion. Join us as Danielle recounts her extraordinary journey from nursing t...
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Episode 51
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38:49
The rise of audiobooks with CEO of Pro Audio Voices
In this episode, Becky Parker Geist, CEO of Pro Audio Voices, joins us to explore the booming audiobook industry. We cover the technological adva...
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Episode 50
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46:35
From museum curator to children's author
In this episode, Shireen Sabanegh shares her journey from museum management in Jordan to creating children's stories in the UK. She reveals the intric...
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Episode 49
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35:32
Navigating the book world with coach Heather Davis
Dr. Heather Davis, an expert book coach and advocate for diversity in literature, joins me to unravel the journey of an idea as it transforms into a compelling narrative.We discuss the nuances of authorship, from the birth of a concept ...
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Episode 49
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44:41
Weaving narratives of Arab American experiences with Eman Quotah
In this episode, we dive into the creative world of Eman Quotah, the Arab American author of the novel
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Episode 48
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