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Mark Rubinstein, Peter May, Aleshia Robinson & much more this week on The G-ZONE!

We are fortunate to have a very busy month on The G-ZONE blogtalk radio show!

We have three shows this week, one has already happened-Mark Rubinstein & Peter May were on this morning. Here is the link:…

Happy Monday folks!

We have a very interesting group of guests on The G-ZONE blogtalk radio this week.

Tuesday Melanie M. Jeschke drops by to discuss her pending release “Expectations”, her trip to Oxford, and much more. Melanie will be on @11AMEST! Here is the link for the show:…

GLOW IN THE DARK

Matthew 5:14-16; Exodus 34:29-35

            When Moses came down from Mount Sinai¼his face was radiant because he had spoken with the LORD.                                                                  – Exodus 34:29…

Today @ 1PMEST Michele Huey will on The G-ZONE blogtalk radio show!



She will be discussing a number of things including her soon to be released novel "Before I Die".



The link for the show is :http://www.blogtalkradio.com/gelatisscoop/2014/08/08/michele-huey-before-i-diethe-heart-remembersfifth-wheel…

It is almost time for another “THIRSTY THURSDAY”



What is Helping Hands Press “THIRSTY” for:

Your input! Your ideas! Your feedback!



The authors at Helping Hands Press will be ready to answer your questions, listen to your thoughts, and to help you have a great experience!

The Party starts @ 8PM EST, we hope…

Nature, Nurture, and a little bit of Maturity by Jen Cudmore

"Life is 10% what happens to you and 90% how you react to it." Charles R.…

No, I Won’t Use an e-Reader

Let me begin by saying I love books, whether electronic or paper. I’ll read on my Kindle or a “regular” book. Frankly, I’ll read on whatever’s available. I just love reading and being transported to…

Three Lessons Learned From Adopting Older Children from Foster Care

By Sue Badeau

1. Everyone can heal and grow. Healing and growth may look different for each individual and we may never see the wholeness we are hoping for, but we can continue to work towards it. I learned this lesson at an early age from my grandfather as…

Internet Treasure Hunt

When I was a kid, I enjoyed Nancy Drew. Many stories involved treasure maps or disciphering clues. The Internet is like a giant treasure hunt. Here are some of the things I've discovered in my travels:

1.  Zoe…

Cheat Sheet or Quick Reference Guide? Part II

Last week, we talked about Cheat Sheets and how they keep you from putting forth your best writing efforts.

When I read a craft book, blog post, or take an online course, I often think, "how am I ever going to remember all this material?" Well, the plain fact is I won't recall…

When the call came for writers who were interested in being part of the Sweetland book project, I jumped at the chance. When they accepted me, I was honored beyond belief!

What a project - nine authors, each writing a chapter of the book. Each chapter is uniquely created by the author, with her own cast of characters. Although, it’s a good…

Grab a FREE audio book from Alan Lester!

From Alan:

 "Thank you my friends, for enduring my 10-day countdown. Thank you for caring and sharing my posts! For those who have enjoyed my blogs, I have written another one for today. Hurting in Hope e-book is now available at Amazon, but also, the audio book is available for free download on my website.…

Mark Carver just released “Indelible” on paperback yesterday!

It is an interesting novel to say the least.

Check out this one review, take right from Amazon:

 I really loved this book! The story of an artist, struggling with his darker sides, wanting to be noticed, but also looking for love and acceptance and…

Melanie M. Jeschke was on The G-ZONE recently discussing “Inklings”, “Intentions”, and her soon, August 7th, to be released novel “Expectations”.

Right now she is at Oxford University guest lecturing and guiding tours. She will be back on The G-ZONE in early Aug. to discuss her experience.

You can take part in some fun while she is gone. Click…

Behind our smiles are tears. We are the victims of depression. We are the ones who are fighting a war within ourselves – a war that consists of many battles on many fronts. Of those won, the losses always seem to eclipse the triumphs.

This book addresses the spiritual side of the battle by utilizing personalized scripture, to bring the reader into God's word…

Here is a fun interview with one of the characters from my series NEIGHBORS:

What is your full name?

Lester Ray Tibbett. My parents were country people - old fashioned, and they named their kids accordingly. My sister's name is Patsi Mae. She hates it and goes by Pat, but I don't mind so much. You can call me Lester, or Lester Ray -…

Samuel Hawley was on The G-ZONE yesterday, we covered a variety of topics including a new release he has coming up in October. Here is the cover, the synopsis and the link for the show:

The G-ZONE show link:…

Good Morning Everybody!

This morning @10AMEST Samuel Hawley returns to The G-ZONE to discuss his many novels, books, and

unique writing process. Please join us either live or on the archives as your time allows.

The link for the show is:…

Today I’m going to tell you about Bryan, the handsome ortho surgeon from the short stories I’ve been writing. I’m part of a 5 author team working together on the San Francisco Wedding Planner series.

I picture Bryan much like Paul Rudd. Not a total hottie but definitely a cutie pie. He’s about 6 feet tall with blue eyes and typically clean shaven. He’s 36…