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The Author Roundup: Barbara Benninger’s Heartwarming Tale of Courage & Resilience
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to the show, Barbara! We're thrilled to have her join us again to discuss her inspiring new children's book Vanessa.Remember ho...
The Author Roundup: Lukas Ryan’s Fantasy Tale of Fate and Freedom
27 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the aftermath of war, a world divided seeks healing. But ancient evils lurk, threatening the very fabric of existence. Enter Kovuco, a beast unlike...
The Author Roundup: Stefan Oehl Tells the Untold Story of the Kawasaki 900 Super Four Z1
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Unleash your inner motorcycle enthusiast! Join us for an enlightening conversation with Stefan Oehl, author of Code Z Kawasaki Superbikes: 900 Super F...
The Author Roundup: Theophilus DeAldi’s Creative Path to Faith
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever felt a deep longing for something more in your life? Artist and author Theophilus DeAldi invites you on a unique journey of faith and creativity....
The Author Roundup: Lili Fiore Shares Practical Caregiving Wisdom and Support
26 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Juggling career, family, and caregiving for a loved one can be overwhelming. Lili Fiore, author of A Caregiver's Guide, knows this firsthand. Aft...
The Author Roundup: Finding Truth and Hope in God’s Word with Clarence Skinner
17 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling overwhelmed by the constant noise of opinions and negativity?Join us for an inspiring conversation with Clarence B. Skinner, author of Who Tol...
The Author Roundup: Kevin Overbeck’s Mission to Help You Experience the Bible in a New Way
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you struggling to connect with the Bible? Imagine unlocking its hidden depths and discovering a newfound passion for God's Word. That's ...
The Author Roundup: Abraham DeAlmeida on Russia, Israel, and the End Times
11 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The war in Ukraine. Rising tensions in the Middle East. Could these events be fulfilling ancient prophecies? Find out in today’s episode of The Auth...
The Author Roundup: Robin Louise Decodes Biblical Prophecy
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The world seems to be on the precipice of change. Have you ever wondered what the future holds? What about the concept of a new heaven and a new ear...
The Author Roundup: Kevin Carey on Grieving with Hope & Healing after Loss
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Life can change in an instant. The loss of a loved one leaves a void that feels impossible to fill. But what if there was a way to navigate grief whil...
The Author Roundup: Claire Campbell’s Bedtime Wonders & Adventures in “The Garden in the Wood”
03 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us today for a heartwarming conversation with Clair Campbell, author of The Garden in the Wood, a charming children's book that promises an ...
The Author Roundup: Poet Anne Leslie Talks About Faith Through Life’s Ups and Downs
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Author Anne Leslie has known both joy and hardship. But through it all, her faith has remained a constant source of strength.On today’s episode, we ...
The Author Roundup: Teen Author Cole Fidelman Shares Secrets to Success
17 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Teens today face a whirlwind of challenges: social media pressure, figuring out who they are, and navigating a future that feels uncertain. But what i...
The Author Roundup: Brian Cook’s Heartwarming Story of Faith and Family
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Cast a line into a heartwarming tale of two little boys, eager for a fishing adventure. What starts as a quest for the perfect catch takes an unexpect...
The Author Roundup: Dr. Ibrahim Alarifi on the Practical Power of Lifelong Learning
03 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's ever-changing world, the ability to learn and grow is more important than ever. But how do we tap into the limitless potential of the ...
The Author Roundup: Manel Halliday Teaches Kids to Face Their Fears
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine a child facing anxieties like climbing a mountain. Punchi Climbs Mount Fear offers a team of inner strengths—Mr. Brave, Mrs. Faith, the Conf...
The Author Roundup: Comfort Khumalo Keil's Journey from Swaziland to Second Chances
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Comfort Khumalo Keil's story is one of resilience and hope. Leaving her life in Eswatini (formerly Swaziland) behind, she ventured into the unkno...
The Author Roundup: Norman Coggin Talks Hope, Grace, and Walking with Imperfect Faith
24 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever looked at the life of Peter, a disciple of Jesus, and wondered, "Why him?" Filled with impulsive declarations and moments of d...
The Author Roundup: Martha Gayle on Finding Grace in Brokenness
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Life can take unexpected turns, leaving us heartbroken and questioning our faith. That's the experience Martha Gayle, author of When Jesus Calls,...
The Author Roundup: Kristin S. Martin Finds Light in the Fight
06 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine facing the unimaginable—a battle for your child's life. That's the reality Kristin S. Martin and her family found themselves in wh...
The Author Roundup: Steve Campbell on Hope & Faith that Changes Lives at the Margins
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
For over 30 years, Steve Campbell and his wife Wanda have been beacons of hope in the gritty streets of Columbus, Ohio. What began as a small street m...
The Author Roundup: William Henry Wall Jr.’s Fight for Justice
15 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine a respected doctor and a state senator leading a life of service. Now picture his world shattering after an unwitting addiction spirals into a...
The Author Roundup: Michael J. Byrne on Decoding God’s Message
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever feel lost in the shuffle of history? Wondering where humanity's headed and what God's purpose might be in it all? Today, we're div...
The Author Roundup: Brielle's Journey from Daddy's Girl to God's Daughter
05 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"See you later," a simple phrase that held a world of love and hope for a young girl growing up cherished by her father. But on her sixteent...
The Author Roundup: Michele Gerber’s Story of Loss, Hope, and Recovery
28 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine addiction as a constant, insidious threat, stealing lives at a devastating rate. That's the reality we face today, with addiction claimin...
The Author Roundup: Melinda Villareal's Journey to Finding God in the Everyday
26 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel like the world is bombarding you with noise, pulling you further away from your faith? In this episode, we'll meet Melinda, an...
The Author Roundup: Lauren Ratcliff on Embracing Life with Autism
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Lauren Ratcliff's parents suspected something different about her since infancy. By kindergarten, her developmental delays became clear. Diagnose...
The Author Roundup: Robert Vitales Cracks the True Value of Pi
13 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Forget everything you thought you knew about Pi. Author Albert Vitales Cruz, PhD, unveils a revolutionary method to unlocking its true value. In his b...
The Author Roundup: Christopher McMahon Takes Us Onboard and into the Heart of the Ocean
31 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From the romance of the open sea to the grit of everyday life, Into a Gale's Full Fury takes us on a captivating journey aboard merchant ships in...
The Author Roundup: How a Love for Animals Has Inspired Barbara Benninger’s Heartwarming Tales
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From playful pups to purring felines, Barbara Benninger's life as a wife, mother, grandmother, farmer, nurse, and lawyer always included furry co...
The Author Roundup: Stan Sewitch’s Insights on Building a Culture where People Love to Work
18 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Forget the endless "why" of positive culture and jump straight to the "how" with Engage! This book unveils the secrets behind WD-4...
The Author Roundup: Madeleine Littler's Mission to Turn Reluctant Readers into Budding Bookworms
28 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Meet Madeleine Littler, the author who champions underserved readers and is passionate about empowering teens who struggle with reading. She is an avi...
The Author Roundup: Clifford Stearn's Insider Look into the Impeachment Process
21 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Forget the political spectacle and partisan rhetoric and step into the heart of impeachment with the Honorable Clifford B. Stearns In his book, Inside...
The Author Roundup: Stephen K. Moore on Rediscovering the Messiah Through Fresh Eyes
20 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine walking alongside Jesus, feeling the dust of ancient roads beneath your feet, hearing his words ripple through the crowd like a wave. That&apo...
The Author Roundup: Nathan Roberts on Unlocking a Personal Relationship with God
19 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
“If I don't really know God—I know about God, but I don't really know God—then I've wasted my life.”As a child, Nathan Roberts ...
The Author Roundup: Nelda Ellen Carter on Love, Laughter, and Happily Ever After and Writing Realistic Stories That Entertain
01 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Meet Nelda Ellen Carter, a retired elementary and college professor who has traded her classroom for the captivating world of romance novels.Nelda&apo...
The Author Roundup: Vanessa I. R. Craven on Going with the Flow and Letting Creativity Take You to Different Places
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when a lifelong creative—writer, photographer, librarian, artist, and musician—finds herself with a lot of time on her hands during t...
The Author Roundup: Lynn Battaglia on the Power of Letting Yourself Go to the Place of Not Knowing
04 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
"We were talking about how powerful it is to let yourself go to that place of not knowing . . . and how our culture kind of unwittingly takes tha...
The Author Roundup: Bryan Vaught's Tribute to the Extraordinary Life of a Military Man
28 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
And I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?” Then I said, “Here am I! Send me.”This passage from Isa...
The Author Roundup: Joni Franks on Writing Stories with a Purpose and Making a Difference One Children's Book at a Time
21 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After retiring from business, Joni Franks found herself with time on her hands and no idea what path her life would take. But one thing was clear: she...
The Author Roundup: Steven Clark Waiters on Making the Shift from Lesson Plants to Plot Twists
10 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A sixth-grade teacher for 31 years, Steven Clark Waiters is no stranger to the mischief and trouble kids can get into—a knowledge useful to authors ...
The Author Roundup: Peter Jam on Pawsitive Connections, Training Furry Friends, and Building Human Bonds
30 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s lively and in-depth conversation about dogs (and so much more!) is with multi-hyphenate Peter Jam—Lebanese-Armenian artist, activist, sing...
The Story Behind the Story: A Deep Dive into the Who, the Why, and the How of Trafficking
22 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In part 2 of our conversation with author Susan Norris, we examine the influence and impact of drugs and pornography on this dark and dangerous world,...
The Author Roundup: Marie Nadine Gaston on Turning Her Daydream into a Romance Novel
21 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As a big fan of the synth-pop band a-ha and its charismatic frontman, Marie Nadine Gaston often imagined what it would be like to meet them. This deli...
The Author Roundup: Kristyna Dosedelova on Encouraging Children to Embrace the Wonders of Nature
07 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Born in Czechoslovakia under the communist regime, Kristyna Dosedelova discovered the joys of writing in first grade. However, the political climate d...
The Story Behind the Story: The Dauntless Advocate Turned Unlikely Author and Her Fight Against Trafficking
31 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Susan Norris is no stranger to the dark underworld of human trafficking. As the founder and executive director of the nonprofit Rescuing Hope, not onl...
The Story Behind The Story: The Untold Tale of Mexican-American Golfers Breaking Par & Breaking Barriers in 1950s America
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we sit down with lawyer, pro golfer, and author Humberto Garcia, whose first book Mustang Miracle has been been turned into a big-screen ad...
The Author Roundup: Tom McKinley on Helping Others Embrace Change and a Positive Perspective
09 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this special segment of The Book Connection called "Author Roundup," we speak with Tom McKinley, professor of British and American Litera...
The Story Behind The Story: The Hardest-Working Author You've Never Heard Of
02 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In our very first episode of The Book Connection, our host George Nedeff sits with indie author Douglas Gardham to talk about his journey from the wor...