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Writers With Purpose: Guest Author Eric Byron

February 16, 2026 at 6:15 PM

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He left a 4th-gen. funeral business to join the circus at 24. Eric Byron’s #memoir is about reinvention, risk & refusing to live on autopilot. If you’ve ever wondered “What if?” — this episode of Writers With Purpose is for you. #booksky #podcast #authorinterview www.youtube.com/live/HwfOGl5...

Writers With Purpose: Guest Author Luna Westish

February 15, 2026 at 8:14 PM

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On Writers With Purpose, Melvese talks w/ Luna Westish about Meet Me at the Ruins, a cross-genre, coming-of-age novel set in Edinburgh. We discuss #writing without boxes, #fiction as healing, neurodivergence, libraries, & redefining success for #indieauthors. #booksky www.youtube.com/live/sHnKJpG...

Writers With Purpose: Guest Author Aaron Ryan

February 9, 2026 at 6:15 AM

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Author #AaronRyan breaks down the Dissonance Series, a post-apocalyptic alien invasion story rooted in realism, heart, & purpose. If you love gritty sci-fi & real talk about #writing & #publishing, press play. #booksky #BookTalk #SciFiBooks #AuthorInterview #podcast www.youtube.com/live/5anoec7...

Writers With Purpose: Guest Author M.J. Mays

February 7, 2026 at 6:58 PM

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What if #poetry could say the things we’re taught to suppress? On Writers With Purpose, Melvese interviews poet M.J. Mays, author of Erotic Sapiosexual: Suppressed Desires of a Woman—a conversation on intellect, intimacy, faith, & self-love. #booksky #authorinterview www.youtube.com/live/FnpKJlT...

Writers With Purpose: Guest Author T. Tonette

January 26, 2026 at 5:10 PM

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#Author T. Tonette joins Writers With Purpose to discuss Love in Hangtime, a romantic suspense #novel filled with grief, tension, plot twists, and second chances. #Readers beware: this ending doesn’t play by the rules. #booksky #authorinterview #podcast www.youtube.com/live/fesGeHf...

Writers With Purpose: Guest Author Catherine Coleman-Smith

January 25, 2026 at 2:51 PM

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Author Catherine Coleman-Smith joins Writers With Purpose to discuss The Bloom Within, a heartfelt children’s book about patience, self-love, and growing from within. www.youtube.com/live/NEWYzJm... #booksky #childrensbooks #authorinterview #podcast

Writers With Purpose: Guest Author Lauren Kristen Roberts

December 24, 2025 at 4:41 PM

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An assassin. A celebrity crush. Two days to choose who lives. Author Lauren Kristen Roberts talks about Gemini Divided, a suspenseful #romcom born from fan fiction, fueled by determination & written in the quiet hours when the world sleeps. www.youtube.com/live/ntdQmcN... #booksky #authorinterview

Writers With Purpose: Guest Dr. Ja'net Bishop-Nesbit

December 22, 2025 at 5:03 PM

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Burnout isn’t weakness, it’s information. Dr. Ja’net Bishop-Nesbit breaks down how to recognize #burnout, set #boundaries & rebuild #resilience without guilt or overwhelm. If you’re tired of surviving, this is your sign to #thrive. www.youtube.com/live/inw8_aa... #booksky #authorinterview #podcast

Writers With Purpose: Guest Author Terry Ann Williams-Richard

December 21, 2025 at 9:02 PM

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Author Terry Ann Williams-Richard breaks down the inspiration behind her powerful #childrensbook, Just Call Me Scholar. This one’s for parents, teachers, and anyone raising the next generation of leaders. www.youtube.com/live/0KwJpLT... #booksky #authorinterview #podcast #kidsbook #EarlyReaders

Writers With Purpose: Guest Author Veronica Holland

December 14, 2025 at 10:11 PM

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She didn’t just survive—she stepped into purpose. Author Veronica Holland shares how faith, resilience, and obedience turned her breast cancer journey into a purpose-driven calling in Survivor to CEO. This one is for the woman who knows she’s called to more. www.youtube.com/live/Hn48QVB... #booksky

Writers With Purpose: Guest Author Sam B.

December 13, 2025 at 2:50 PM

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Author Sam B. shares the story behind Stella the Jelly, a gentle guide for kids learning to spot unhealthy behaviors and trust their inner light. A must-watch for parents and educators. www.youtube.com/live/WVSssoj... #booksky #childrensbooks #picturebooks #authorinterview #podcast #childdevelopment

Writers With Purpose: Guest Author Sharon Rand

December 8, 2025 at 12:24 PM

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Be a guest on the Writers With Purpose #podcast! We interview passionate #authors, #poets & #storytellers from all walks of life who are using their words to make an impact. Each episode dives into the purpose of their story. #authorinterview #writingcommunity #booksbooksbooks #booksky #melvese

December 7, 2025 at 4:03 PM

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Minister Sharon Rand talks about her book, God Whispers to the Preacher’s Wife, and the real-life challenges women face behind the scenes of ministry. Her wisdom is honest, practical, and healing. www.youtube.com/live/bP0b258... #booksky #authorinterview #podcast #womeninministry

Writers With Purpose: Guest Dr. Audrey Davidheiser

December 7, 2025 at 12:44 AM

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Grief isn’t something you “get over.” It’s something you walk through. Dr. Audrey Davidheiser and I talk about healing, IFS therapy, and her book, Grieving Wholeheartedly, a powerful guide for anyone navigating loss. www.youtube.com/live/rS7_n2v... #authorinterview #booksky #grief #healing

Writers With Purpose: Guest Author Penny Bingham

November 23, 2025 at 4:41 PM

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Watch interview with Author Penny Bingham. She cared for her husband through dementia and turned her journal and research into a guide for caregivers. www.youtube.com/live/A-i3qW3...
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Read and Revise Live! - YouTube

November 22, 2025 at 10:48 PM

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Watch Melvese read and revise her book live. She shares writing, editing & publishing tips along the way. youtube.com/playlist?lis... #booksky #readingcommunity #indieauthor

Melvese will read and revise her WIP (work in progress) live, sharing writing and editing tips along the way. Feel free to join Melvese on her journey to bec...

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November 13, 2025 at 3:31 PM

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Writing Tip: Use synonyms to prevent repeating the same word in the same sentence or the same paragraph or on the same page (if you can avoid it). Nine times out of ten, there's more than one way to write it. Like and share this valuable tip! youtu.be/Vs1uAMokWyU?...
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Writers With Purpose: Guest Author Tiffani Harvey

November 12, 2025 at 3:29 PM

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Author Tiffani Harvey talks about turning life experiences into powerful books that help others find freedom, confidence & independence. Valuable guides for teens, caregivers, survivors of domestic violence, & people with disabilities. www.youtube.com/live/gtJZHR4...
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Writers With Purpose: Guest Author Sharise Johnson-Moore

November 10, 2025 at 5:27 PM

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Every author has a story behind the story. 🖊️ Author Sharise Johnson-Moore shares how Coming to Loving Yourself was born from her journey of faith and healing. 📚 Full interview on YouTube: www.youtube.com/live/xjSMIgc...
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Writers With Purpose: Guest Author Bobbie J. Goodwin

November 9, 2025 at 4:02 PM

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We had an awesome discussion with Author Bobbie J. Goodwin and a few of her co-authors. Watch to find out how you can and should be ready to wait for your promise husband. Like and share! #authorinterview #BookSky
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Writers With Purpose: Guest Author Anna J. Small Roseboro

October 30, 2025 at 1:33 PM

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We had a great conversation with Author Anna J. Small Roseboro on Writers With Purpose. Watch & find out how writing can be used to learn math. This is something we can all implement while interacting with our children & grandchildren. Like & share! #AuthorInterview www.youtube.com/live/7oZTZJf...

Writers With Purpose: WWP Live on IG with Author B.N. Armas

October 26, 2025 at 10:35 PM

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We sat down with B.N. Armas to talk about his electrifying Chamán Series, a sci-fi/fantasy adventure you do not want to miss! Read excerpts at WrittenWordsPublishing.com/bn-armas. youtu.be/6GlwjkrOras #SciFiFantasy #AuthorInterview #FantasyReaders #SciFiReads #IndieAuthors #MustReadBooks #bookclub

Writers With Purpose: WWP Live on IG with Dr. Carolyn Coleman

June 20, 2025 at 12:25 PM

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Dr. Carolyn Coleman shares the powerful story behind We Write the Letters That Heal: In Spite Of, an anthology written by women who chose healing over silence. Read an excerpt at WrittenWordsPublishing.com/carolyn-coleman youtu.be/8UXV-l3FXK4?... #anthologybooks #inspirationalbooks #authorinterview

Writers With Purpose: WWP Live on IG with Dr. Celeste Blow (Children's Book Author)

June 12, 2025 at 9:37 AM

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Meet Dr. Celeste Blow, author of Jesus Is My Superhero: I Want to Be Like Him. Read an excerpt at writtenwordspublishing.com/celeste-blow. Use coupon code: FREE1006 to download the eBook for free!
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