WITS Podcast Schedule March 2008

Our writing, publishing and marketing podcast includes a diversity of people from all backgrounds, beliefs and walks of life. The information we share is sure to interest people who love to read books and writers who hope to be published, as well as those who need ideas about how to market their book.

March 7 – Barbara Techel
Author Barbara Techel shares her children’s book Frankie, the Walk ‘n Roll Dog—a true, inspirational story about a dachshund whose life started out just like any other dog walking on all four paws until a spinal injury leaves her paralyzed. Frankie is custom fit for a wheelchair and learns to keep on rolling.
Struggling with a physical challenge can be overwhelming to people and animals alike. But, the little wiener dog in this book has a zest for life that will have you cheering and believing that all things are possible. Frankie’s story will help anyone realize they always have a choice as to how they will overcome a challenge. Frankie will leave an everlasting and loving paw print on the heart of adults as well as children. Learn more about Frankie or purchase this adorable book at www.joyfulpaws.com.

March 14 – Monica Anderson
Monica “Dr. Moe” Anderson, DDS is an author, publisher, motivational speaker, and Doctor of Dental Surgery. Her debut novel, When A Sistah’s Fed Up was a national bestseller. She has also authored two non-fiction books: Black English Vernacular and Mom, Are We There Yet? Her short stories are included in four anthologies.

In 1996, she became the first African-American columnist for the Arlington Star-Telegram. She was a freelance, weekly columnist for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, a leading Texas newspaper, for eight years. Dr. Moe is the former host of Perpetual Moe-tion, a weekly cable television talk show.

How does a very busy dentist and dental surgeon find the time to write and self-publish all of the books she has written? Find out how her latest book, I Stand Accused impacted her life, personally and professionally? Be sure to visit: www.drmoeanderson.com

March 21 – Dottie Randazzo
Dottie Randazzo is the author of thirteen books published by lulu.com (http://stores.lulu.com/dottierandazzo). During this interview, she will be discussing Are you a Spiritual Hypochondriac?

Randazzo’s style of writing is very succinct, short, and sweet. She gives her message to the reader in high-dose one-page entries that make us stop and think, “Why am I doing this to myself? Am I not okay like I am? Is good enough EVER good enough? Isn’t it okay to be human?” Would you know if you were a spiritual hypochondriac? Have you been known to go from book to book, from guru to guru, from organization to organization? Are you seeking spiritual efficiency? Are you doing this for Judgment Day? Join us as Dottie and Yvonne discuss religious addiction.

March 28 – Molli Nickell
Molly Nickell will “tell it all” regarding the current state of the book publishing business and what writers must do in today’s competitive market to get their work published.

Former publisher, Time-Life editor and five-times published author, Molli Nickell, has created a one-of-a-kind website teaching writers to craft effective marketing documents. Having spent 11 years reading queries and book proposals, she knows what works and what doesn’t. Her site offers evaluated query letters in different genre as well as guidance on how writers can make the vital shift from “teller” to “seller.” In our interview Molly will offer insider information and marketing tips to help writers craft query letters that motivate agents, editors, and/or publishers to respond with, “Yes, please send us your manuscript.” Read more about Molli at http://www.getpublishednow.biz/.