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Book Chat W/Author Vivian E. Moore

Book Chat W/Author Vivian E. Moore

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The Mechanics of Writing Fantasy Author Jesper Schmidt

May 9, 202632 min

From Bookstore to Bestseller: Inside Children's Publishing with K.B. Childress

May 2, 202645 min

"BROADENING HORIZONS"

Apr 25, 202642 min

"CONDITIONAL LOVE" Author Paige Frost

Apr 18, 202627 min

"Struggling With Serendipity" A Chat w/Author Cindy Kolbe

Apr 11, 202629 min

Ep 144"THE CRAFT" Featuring Author/Editor Diane O'Connell

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

Apr 4, 202630 min

Ep 143Scorpion A chat with Author Cindy Stone

Author, Psychotherapist, Hypnotherapist, and Reiki Master

Mar 28, 202637 min

Ep 142Author Wendy Ann Waters

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

Mar 21, 202637 min

Ep 141Adam DeCollibus Interview

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

Mar 14, 202633 min

Ep 140Having It All Interview with Bestselling Author Cathy McDavid

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

Mar 7, 202638 min

Ep 139"POETRY" A conversation with Author/Poet K.B. Valentine

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.

Feb 28, 202627 min

S9 Ep 138"NOWHERE GIRLS" By Teuta Metra

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.

Feb 21, 202638 min

Ep 137A Chat with Author Portia Moore

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.

Feb 14, 202637 min

Ep 136"A LEVEL OF EXPERTISE" Scott Lorenz Interview

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

Feb 7, 202640 min

Ep 135" I LIKE THE WAY YOU TALK" Audiobook Narration

The Rise of Audio Narration, The Pros & Cons, Why Authors choose Audio Narration, and the advantages.

Jan 31, 202614 min

Ep 134"CONVERSATIONS WITH THE FAITHFUL" Author Kerry Perry Interview

An in-depth discussion about Belief, Faith, and Spirituality.

Jan 24, 202635 min

Ep 133"THE AGENT PALMER " A Conversation With Jason Stershic

Jason Stershic, aka Agent Palmer, is known for his blog AgentPalmer.com and his podcast: The AgentPalmerFles.com.

Jan 17, 202636 min

Ep 132"CHARGE"ME UP!" The Power Of Positive Thinking

Thoughts influence actions – Positive thinking leads to better choices and outcomes. Control what you can – Focus on effort and attitude, not obstacles. Builds resilience – Helps you recover and grow from setbacks. Boosts well-being – Reduces stress and increases confidence. Strengthens relationships – Encourages patience and understanding. Promotes growth – Opens the door to new opportunities. Practice gratitude – Appreciating the good sustains positivity.

Jan 10, 202617 min

Ep 131"THE BEST OF BOOK CHAT"

Over the years, Book Chat w/Author Vivian E. Moore has delivered a powerful collection of episodes that guide, inspire, and challenge writers at every stage of their creative journey. The show’s most memorable installments blend practical craft advice with emotional insight, always rooted in Vivian’s signature warmth, clarity, and advocacy for authors.

Jan 3, 202631 min

Ep 130"OH WHAT A TANGLED WEB WE WEAVE"

Weaving Story Magic It All Begins with the Threads, Connecting the Strands Tying Knots on Purpose Revealing The Art

Dec 13, 202515 min

Ep 129"I CAN SEE STRAIGHT THROUGH YOU!"

Weak Plots and How To Fix Them .

Dec 6, 202515 min

Ep 128"GIVING YOU THE BEST THAT I GOT"

The importance of finishing what you start. Dedication to your craft and always giving your best.

Nov 15, 202515 min

Ep 127"WHAT A WONDERFUL WORLD" Changing The World One Word At A Time

Celebrating the power of storytelling, to inspire, connect and create positive change encouraging writers to keep sharing their stories to build a more compassionate world.

Nov 8, 202515 min

Ep 126"EXCEPTIONAL" Living Your Best Life As An Author

In today's Episode, Authors will learn key factors on how to be Exceptional in what they do: Believe in Yourself, Be Consistent, Live Your Passion.

Nov 1, 202515 min

Ep 125"WHEN YOU KNOW YOU KNOW"

Owning Your Craft, Confidence in Your Voice, Discipline Over Inspiration, Learning Without Ego, Leaving a Mark. Great writing doesn’t just tell a story—it leaves a fingerprint. It makes readers feel, think, and remember. When you know, you know: writing is a calling, and storytelling is your gift. But greatness? Greatness comes from what you do with it.

Oct 25, 202515 min

S9 Ep 124"NOT ON MY WATCH!" Authors Supporting Authors and Why It Matters

Why Support Matters, We’re Stronger Together, A Call to Unity, Together, we rise. Together, we endure. Together, we create.

Oct 18, 202514 min

Ep 123"SHOW UP & SHOW OUT" How To Be The Best As An Author

Show Up—Even When It’s Hard, Show Out—Let Your Talent Shine, Invest in Growth, Build Authentic Connections, Own Your Greatness

Oct 11, 202515 min

Ep 122“YOU DON’T HAVE TO BE A STAR” How To Shine Light on Your Talent as an Author

So, how do you shine light on your talent without chasing after instant fame? 1. Focus on Craft Before Charts, 2. Build Relationships, Not Just an Audience, 3. Celebrate Small Wins,4. Collaborate With Other Authors, 5. Keep Showing Up.

Oct 4, 202515 min

Ep 121“Wishing on Stars” Delayed Dreams Do Not Mean Denied

The Myth of Overnight Success, Patience: The Writer’s Companion, Stars Still Shine—Even From Afar, Keep Wishing, Keep Working.

Sep 27, 202515 min

Ep 120"PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT" The Fear of Failure

Practical Ways to Face the Fear of Failure as a Writer: Redefine Success, Treat Writing as Practice, Separate Self-Worth from Output, Seek Community, Celebrate Small Wins.

Sep 20, 202515 min

Ep 119"CAN'T WE ALL JUST GET ALONG?" Book Envy How To Deal

Shift the perspective, Celebrate differences, Practice gratitude, Cheer for others, Listen, Like, and Share.

Sep 13, 202515 min

Ep 118“Are You Trying to Confuse Me?” The Power of Misdirection in Suspense and Thrillers

What Is Misdirection in Storytelling? Suspense Thrives on Uncertainty. Misdirection Creates Stronger Plot Twists. The Brilliance of Misdirection.

Sep 6, 202515 min

Ep 117“LIKE A GOOD NEIGHBOR” Embracing Author Partnerships

Breaking the Myth of Isolation, The Power of Shared Growth, Creativity Thrives in Collaboration, Building Lasting Friendships.

Aug 30, 202515 min

Ep 116“WHY DOES IT HAVE TO BE SO COMPLICATED?”

Language is meant to be a bridge, not a barrier. When authors pack their writing with jargon, overly academic terms, or long-winded phrases, they risk shutting people out. Readers may feel excluded or overwhelmed—and once that happens, the message is lost.

Aug 23, 202515 min

Ep 115"AT YOUR SERVICE"

The PROS & CONS of Agents

Aug 16, 202515 min

Ep 114“NEED I SAY MORE?” Stand-Alone vs. Book Series: (The Secret Power of a Singular Story)

The Beauty of a Stand-Alone, The Hidden Superpower of Expandability, Or the Best of Both Worlds.

Aug 9, 202515 min

Ep 113"I'VE NEVER LIKED YOU!" Why Some Characters Are Unlikable (But Don't Ruin the Story)

The Purpose of Unlikable Characters: How they make the world feel real by adding depth, conflict, and purpose.

Aug 2, 202515 min

Ep 112"STEP RIGHT UP!" Why Authors Need Platforms

Author Platforms promote Visibility, Presence, and Influence.

Jul 26, 202515 min

Ep 111“Giving Them Something to Talk About”

Why Book Reviews Are Essential for Authors: Social Proof in Action Amplified Visibility Word of Mouth, Digitized Valuable Feedback for Authors

Jul 19, 202515 min

Ep 110"PUT SOME RESPECT ON MY NAME"

The Importance of Copyright Registration, Library of Congress. As an indie author, you might wear many hats — writer, editor, marketer, designer. But don’t skip the most important hat of all: copyright owner. Registering your work isn’t just about defending your rights — it’s about claiming your place in the literary world.

Jul 12, 202515 min

Ep 109“CONFLICT & CONFUSION” How the Right Balance Elevates a Story

Conflict creates tension. Confusion creates intrigue. When woven together with care, they elevate your story.

Jun 28, 202515 min

Ep 108" IF I CAN SEE IT, I CAN BELIEVE IT " Manifesting Author Success

Success as an author isn’t just about writing a good book—it’s about believing in the greatness of what you’ve created.

Jun 21, 202515 min

Ep 107“Covered in Your DNA” The Importance of Author Discoverability

As authors, we pour our souls into our work—every chapter, every sentence, every heartbeat that drives a story forward is covered in our DNA. But passion alone isn’t enough. In today’s oversaturated market, where thousands of books are published every single day, writing a great book is only half the battle. The other half? Making sure people can actually find it.

Jun 14, 202515 min

Ep 106“The Miseducation of Authors” Learning to Be a Better Writer

Learning to be a better writer isn’t just about avoiding typos or grammar mistakes. It’s about elevating your storytelling to new levels.

Jun 7, 202515 min

Ep 105“I’M FEELING GOOD!” How a Great Book Sways Emotions

Today's episode explores how reading a great book can transform your mood, uplift you, and inspire you.

May 31, 202515 min

Ep 104“How Can That Be True?” The Reality of Fantasy Writing

The Realness Behind Fantasy Writing, How Two Things Can Be True at The Same Time, And Why It Matters.

May 17, 202515 min

Ep 103“PICTURE THIS!” How To Snag Readers With Effective Promotions And Book Covers

Today's episode explores the significance of Book Promotion, why the right Book Cover Matters, and how to Promote Successfully and Consistently.

May 10, 202515 min

Ep 102"THAT'S ENTERTAINMENT!" When A Book Checks All The Boxes

The essential elements of a great story will have A Plot That Delivers, Characters You Care About, and Emotional Payoffs, with A Memorable Ending.

May 3, 202515 min

Ep 101“CONSISTENTLY PERSISTENT” The Importance of Never Giving Up on Your Publishing Dreams

Rejection as a Learning Tool, The Power of Persistence, Evolving Dreams, Talent Matters—But Persistence Wins.

Apr 26, 202515 min

Ep 100"BAIT & SWITCH" When The Story Doesn't Live Up To The Book Cover

Book covers are powerful, but when they don’t match the story inside, they can lead to confusion, frustration, and even a book being unfairly judged. While covers are meant to sell books, they should also be honest about what readers can expect.

Apr 19, 202515 min