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Sailing Solo, Spiritual Growth, and the Journey to Authorship with Deborah Hammett   In this episode of Authors Who Lead, I sit down with Deborah Hammett, author of Salty at 60: Becoming Better Than Retired. Deborah’s story is the bold, honest tale of how she left her thirty-three-year career in education in pursuit of a […]

How These Thriller Writers Keep the Legacy Alive with Andrews & Wilson In this episode of Authors Who Lead, I sit down with Brian Andrews and Jeffrey Wilson, the powerhouse writing duo behind the riveting thriller Dark Rising. Both veterans with storied pasts—Brian, a former submarine officer with business acumen, and Jeffrey, a trauma surgeon

Exploring the Real Value of Writing Your Story with Azul Terronez In this episode of Authors Who Lead, I explore a critical and sometimes overlooked question for aspiring writers: Why write a book? While the dream of bestseller status or financial gain is tempting, I challenge listeners to think deeper. Through personal stories, hard truths

Aime Austin’s Transition from Law to Writing Thrillers   Aspiring authors often find themselves at a crossroads, deciding whether to follow their passion for writing or stay in a secure career. In this episode of Authors Who Lead, Azul sits down with Aime Austin, a successful author of legal thrillers, to discuss her unique journey

Maximize Your Book Sales with These Tips with Azul Terronez   Writing and publishing a book is a significant achievement, yet for many authors, the journey doesn’t end there. The real challenge often lies in keeping the momentum of book sales going, especially after the initial launch euphoria fades. In this episode of Authors Who

Transforming Trauma into a Writing Strength with Azul Terronez   Writing a book is often seen as a solitary journey, characterized by the rhythmic tapping of keys as ideas flow from mind to paper. However, the path to becoming an author can be fraught with internal struggles, often rooted in deeper emotional complexities. In this

Jen Kem’s Leadership and Book Journey   In this episode of Authors Who Lead, I sit down with brand strategist and author Jen Kem to discuss the release of her book, “The Unicorn Team.” Our conversation explored building teams with unique energy and navigating the traditional publishing world, revealing lessons applicable to anyone’s creative journey.

How Living Fully Can Inspire Your Writing with Azul Terronez   The art of writing is much more than crafting sentences or perfecting grammar. It’s a bridge connecting your inner world to the outside, bearing stories untold and messages unsaid. In this episode of the Authors Who Lead, I share a heartfelt reflection on how

Tips from Dennis James Sweeney   In this episode of Authors Who Lead, I converse with Dennis James Sweeney, author of “How to Submit: Getting Your Writing Published with Literary Magazines and Small Presses” and recipient of the Autumn House Rising Writer prize. Our discussion offers valuable insights into a writer’s journey, the perseverance needed