Bill DeBarba is a four-decade entrepreneur. He began the classic back- bedroom-office business, developing custom software for local companies. His company, BusinessWare Services, Inc. (BWSI), grew until he had a staff developing products and providing services to a base of loyal customers around the country. Over his 40 years of ownership and mana…

A graduate of The George Washington University, Marnie is an award-winning global marketing executive and author who writes about leadership, strategic planning, and empowerment. Marnie knew she wanted to be a writer at the age of thirteen. In Vote for You: Take Your Seat at the Table, the pandemic inspired her to chronicle her journey...…

David is a poet, author, and literary scholar from Cleveland, Ohio. He was born 1992 in Norfolk, Virginia, but grew up in the suburb of Bedford. In 2014 he attended Cleveland State University and graduated with his bachelors in English. Grinnell specializes in Romanticism, the Gothic, and draws inspiration from vulnerability. He reflects and portra…

Mark lives with his wife Loren and their dog Emily in Denver, Colorado. He practiced commercial bankruptcy law for almost forty years before moving on in 2019 to write, volunteer, travel, and play music. He is the author of the following books in his award-winning 3J Legal Thriller Series, all set in Kansas City,...…

Marieke Lexmond is an award-winning writer of fantasy novels. She has always been fascinated by magic, and loves exploring mystical worlds in her writing. Her books have won numerous awards, and have been praised by critics and readers alike. If you love fantasy, you’ll love Marieke Lexmond’s books. She is a master of world-building, and...…

Enjoy CW Johnson and the winning book So I Walk: Poems, Songs, Legends and Lore of the Camino de Santiago – part poetry, part history, travelogue, and memoir. VISIT THE WEBSITEAf Speak Up Talk Radio Network

A.S. Norris is a bit of an adventurer himself. As a Navy veteran, he has deployed on three tours to Asia and the western Pacific Ocean and taken several personal trips to Europe and the Caribbean. Additionally, he has traveled over half of the United States and backpacked or camped in many of its...Af Speak Up Talk Radio Network

Before becoming an award winning author, Nikki grew up in a small town in Wisconsin and went to college at one of the University of Wisconsin campuses. She moved to Florida for an internship where she worked at the “happiest place on earth” for a few years and also where she met her husband. ...Af Speak Up Talk Radio Network

With his debut novel, “The Birth of a Spy Couple,” he introduced readers to the thrilling Rick and Katja series, blending adventure and intrigue to captivate audiences. The success of his first book was followed by the release of “33 or 9,” the second installment in the series. The third book, “Betrayal from Within,” takes the reader deeper into...…

Mark Sabbas was born in Katonah, New York, and has always felt drawn to the transcendent, receiving his degree in philosophy from Bucknell University with an interest in metaphysics. Mark writes about the intersection of science and spirituality on his website, nothingtodoubt.org. He also mentors for the Aramis Creative Learning Center and has coau…

Gail Priest has a passion for women’s fiction. Her degrees and work in theatre and counseling psychology inspire her stories of healing from trauma and secrets within families. A dash of romance and her love of second chances are always in the mix. The settings of her novels are influenced by her time spent on...…

Michael Morgan obtained his BS from Penn State University and his MBA from Carnegie Mellon University. Coupled with his educational background, he has over 15 years of work experience across companies such as Amazon, Walmart, J.P. Morgan Chase, and Chevron. His ability to build and maintain his network throughout his educational and career journey …

Kathy is a semi-retired elementary school teacher, author, publisher, and speaker. She says – I’m writing to plant seeds through story. As a parent and former teacher, I understand the value of character education. My hope and prayer is that children and teens will enjoy my adventures and the growth of the characters while identifying...…

Dr. Warrick is a distinguished Public Health Director and Assistant Professor of Biology at Juniata College. With a background in epidemiology and a passion for environmental and infectious disease public health, Dr. Warrick’s research focuses on understanding the impact of environmental factors on adverse health outcomes. She holds a Doctorate in …

Carl Cox is the CEO and founder of 40 Strategy. He is the author of Lost at CEO, An Entrepreneur’s Guide to Strategy, Host of the Measure Success Podcast, and the $4M Strategies™ mini-podcast. Carl has been an executive leader in seven organizations that have grown from 2x to 7x, with operations in four continents. Today,...…

Dr. Garbelli is a specialist in acute internal medicine, a clinical director, and a Thriving Healthcare consultant. Having witnessed and experienced inefficiencies, frustrations, and struggles as a patient, a relative, and a provider, he uses these lessons as a powerful catalyst to provide medical thought leadership. By fostering successful collabo…

MICHELLE LAYER RAHAL served as her church’s youth and family ministry director before devoting herself full time to writing for God’s kingdom purposes. She is passionate about spiritual formation and leads women, students, and the homeless in weekly Bible studies and annual retreats. The Indie-award-winning author of Straining Forward enjoys collec…

Stephen and Mary Weller live in Texas. They enjoy spending time in bookstores, participating in fan conventions, and attending concerts. They have three sons and one daughter. Stephen and Mary enjoy travel and volunteering with the community. In 2018, they traveled to Puerto Rico to help repair roofs damaged during Hurrican Maria. They still give..…

“Twist, turn, and bend the truth. Now it’s fiction.” Fred Berri was born in the Bronx (Arthur Avenue), New York. After many years, his family moved to Yonkers, where he finished High School. After graduating, he relocated back to the Bronx with his mother and brother to Arthur Avenue, an area called Little Italy in...…

Kathy is a semi-retired elementary school teacher, author, publisher, and speaker. She says – I’m writing to plant seeds through story. As a parent and former teacher, I understand the value of character education. My hope and prayer is that children and teens will enjoy my adventures and the growth of the characters, while...…

Alfredo Botello is a screenwriter who has worked on projects ranging from the indie Sundance Global Short La Revolucion De Iguodala to the studio tent pole Fast and Furious 9. He is a Fulbright Fellow in architecture and a Nicholl Fellow in screenwriting. In addition to screenplays, he has written for The San Francisco Examiner Magazine, Metropolis…

Wytisha Williams-Merrill is a Mental Health Counselor/ LPC born in Louisiana. She is also a disabled United States Army Veteran and transformational speaker. She coined the word MindEmpowerment, inspired by the understanding that every challenge begins and ends with the mind. She created the character M.E. who is a white eagle with a crown and...…

Gloria Mindock is the founding editor and Publisher of Červená Barva Press. She is the author of Grief Touched the Sky at Night (Forthcoming from Glass Lyre Press, 2023), ASH (Glass Lyre Press, 2021), I wish Francisco Franco Would Love Me (Nixes Mate Books, 2018), Whiteness of Bone (Glass Lyre Press, 2016), La Portile Raiului (Ars Longa Press, Roma…

Welcome to the Valuepreneurs community. I’m Steve Waddell, renowned thought leader, award-winning author of “Valuepreneurs,” and the architect behind the revolutionary Value-Driven Product Development process. This groundbreaking approach aims to boost entrepreneurs’ success in introducing new product ideas to the market, and I’m excited to share i…

Judy was raised in Michigan and currently lives in Virginia Beach, Virginia with her husband Gil and her senior cat Bailey. She also has two grown sons. She is a retired Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). After her retirement, Judy had the joyful job of working in a school children’s library. The award winning...…

Born in southern rural Ontario, Pamela is an avid traveler and writer. Pamela also has a deep love for animals and enjoys helping rescue groups when she is able. She can often be found on the road to her next adventure with her dogs as co-pilots. With a passion for animals and weaving tails,...Af Speak Up Talk Radio Network

Maria Imbalzano is an award-winning contemporary author who writes about strong, independent women and the men who fall in love with them. Instead of drafting motions, legal memoranda, and briefs, although fascinating, she now spends her days creating memorable characters and taking them on their emotional journeys through her contemporary romance …

Scott Newman is an award-winning author and podcaster. He was formerly an Associate Editor at Quillette and graduated from Princeton University in 2021 with a degree in History. He has lived in Sydney, New York, Paris, Buenos Aires, and London. He currently resides in New York. VISIT THE WEBSITEAf Speak Up Talk Radio Network

Larry A. Freeland is a third-generation military veteran. His father was an officer in the Army Air Corps/United States Air Force whose career spanned thirty years from World War II through the early stages of the Vietnam War. His grandfather was a World War I doughboy, and his two younger brothers were war veterans...…

John Russell has been a professional psychic for 50 years. He is a Psychic/Psychic Reader, a Medium, a Certified T.A.R.O.T. Master, a Paranormal Investigator, and now a published Author. Internationally known, he has provided psychic readings for clients in over 40 countries. For over 15 years he has been a popular featured guest, heard...…

Dr. Corinne Auman is a recognized gerontologist with over 20 years of experience working directly with older adults and their families and the author of Keenagers: Telling a New Story about Aging She is a Nationally Certified Guardian, Certified Senior Advisor, and an Advanced Professional member of the Aging LifeCare Association. She received her …

Monique de Maio is a trailblazing leader who has dedicated her life to helping women succeed in their personal and professional lives. The winning book is titled The 7 Secrets to Creating a Life You Love: A Practical Guide for Women in Leadership and is the culmination of her decades-long experience as a businesswoman, entrepreneur,...…

I have worked with students for over 30 years and have realized the importance of fathers. I was inspired to write this book to distill the insights I have gained in my work with students and their families. I have written about 5 principles that will help men explore how to be a dad that...Af Speak Up Talk Radio Network

Carl Cox is the CEO and founder of 40 Strategy. He is the author of Lost at CEO, An Entrepreneur’s Guide to Strategy, and Host of the Measure Success podcast. Carl has been an executive leader in seven different organizations that have grown from 2x to 7x, with operations in four continents. Today, Carl is...…

KJ Fieler (Kat) is known for her exceptional storytelling and captivating narratives. Among her many awards are: * Literary Titan Gold * Firebird Award for Women’s Issues and Weird Genre * 2023 Historical Fiction Company, 5-star Reader’s Choice and Silver Award for Fantasy * The 20th Annual “Best Book” Awards, Finalist * Reader’s Favorite, 5-star..…

Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro – Hosts of Women Road Warriors Shelley M. Johnson is a seasoned journalist, broadcaster, multimedia producer, writer, marketer, and advocate for the progress of women. Shelley has worn many hats and brings insightful dialog to Women Road Warriors with a quirky sense of humor and unique perspectives. She also interv…

With the benefit of thirty-five years’ service, active and reserve, as a US Navy SEAL officer — two hot wars, one cold; first deployment, Vietnam; last deployment, Afghanistan — Crossland has found projecting his grasp of naval intrigue one hundred years into the past an enjoyable challenge. Captain Crossland has written internationally on the subj…

John is a licensed CPA who graduated with high honors from DePaul University in Chicago, Illinois, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting. After graduation, John went on to become a licensed CPA. He worked 32 years in the Federal Government for the IRS, Customs, and Homeland Security. His roles and responsibilities...…

My name is Shae’vada Pratcher, but I am known to many as Shae. I was born in Fairbanks, AK, but grew up in many states, being a military brat. I am co-founder and part-owner of Limitless Light Productions Studios LLC. I made a name for myself in relation to radio through my podcast segment,...Af Speak Up Talk Radio Network

Miki Taylor is an award-winning travel advisor/agency owner (Taylor & Co. Travel) with over 14 years experience and has worked in the accounting industry for over 25 years and has always had that entrepreneurial spirit with a couple new businesses in the works. She has dreamed of writing children’s books and changing lives, but the...…

Don Allen Holbrook, a distinguished economist and former certified economic developer, possesses an insightful perspective on how economic development can transform America and propel her to regain her global competitive edge. Holbrook’s authoritative voice on this subject has been showcased in numerous major magazines, where he shares his extensiv…

Patricia Leavy, Ph.D., is a best-selling, award-winning novelist, arts advocate, and internationally recognized leader in research design and arts-based research. She is widely considered the world’s most visible proponent of arts-based research as a means of making research publicly accessible. Moreover, she coined the terms “social fiction” and “…

Betty enjoys traveling and has visited many places around the world. She especially loves the log cottage she bought in the remote woods of Finland, where she spent summers with her family and friends, telling fanciful stories of provincial trolls, shy moose, and impish fish. She lives half the year in Tucson, Arizona with her...…

Amanda is the author of the historical action & adventure series A Country for Castoffs, which combines her family history with the larger historical context to educate and entertain a new generation of readers. She has been researching her family genealogy for decades and taught middle and high school history for over a dozen years. She...…

Award-winning author M. C. Ryder has been composing stories, poems, and lyrics from the beginning of time when reading became a hobby. The sky is the limit, but she enjoys exploring off the beaten path both figuratively and literally. She resides in the Keystone State with a clowder of felines who rule the house....…

I’ve been a college/high school English teacher, a technology CEO, and a real estate agent in the Dominican Republic selling beachfront property (even did a few HGTV shows), but now I’m following my lifelong dream of writing southern fiction novels. Join me (and my occasional blog about life and literature, “A Byrd’s-Eye View. VISIT THE...…

Mark lives with his wife Loren and their dog Emily in Denver, Colorado. He schooled at Haverford College and Washburn University, and practiced commercial bankruptcy law for four decades before moving on in 2019 to write, photograph, volunteer, travel, and play music. He is the author of “And . . Just Like That – essays...…

Scott is Life is Too Short Guy. He lives every day with intense zest, enthusiasm, and excitement. He exudes energy. He has an infectious personality he uses to Make the World Happier One Smile at a Time.When not writing or speaking about LITSG, Scott is the Chairman and CEO of Invesque, a public real estate...…

Amy Turner: I was born in Bronxville, New York, and spent my childhood summers by the ocean in Wainscott (Town of East Hampton), New York. In 1981, my husband Ed and I moved to East Hampton on a one-year “sabbatical” from our New York City law jobs and fell in love with its relatively...Af Speak Up Talk Radio Network

As a poet, D’Janee writes about various topics pertaining to life and the world we live in. As an author, she writes material ranging from children’s books to young adult fiction. Her published books include Jimmy and the Teddy Bear, The Blizzard’s Secrets, and On the Run, the first book in the young adult...…