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Mary Anthony

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Au Rendezvous with Andrew McManaman
09-02-2022
Au Rendezvous with Andrew McManaman
Today in conversation with #author, #filmmaker and #publisher Andrew McManaman about his newly released book 'Dollhouse'. Surprisingly this horror/thriller novel has been inspired by a #dream of 20 years ago, Andrew as a kid had a nightmare and years later the dream lingered on in the subconscious which is now a thrilling subject of the story. The book trailer has been shot in 80s style horror flick and takes the viewer through paranoia, mystery and dark secrets hidden inside an abandoned house in the woods.  Andrew has also turned publisher with his publication house - PopcornPaperbacks. Andrew McManaman was born in Ottawa and raised in the small rural community of Kemptville, Ontario, Canada. Being an avid reader and film buff, Andrew fell in love with storytelling right from a young age. Introduced to many badass classics growing up, he took a shine to the horror and thriller genre. At ten years old, Andrew wrote his first short story and fell in love with the act of writing and has kept writing ever since. Still to this day, a huge movie and book geek, many of the films he grew up watching are his true inspiration for his work. With Popcorn Paperbacks, his goal is to meld the genres he loved to watch growing up and his passion for writing together. Blurb:  Single mother Darla awakens to the ultimate nightmare… She’s trapped in a house in the woods, with no memory of how she got there. She’s surrounded by strangers. And worst of all, she doesn’t know where her children are. The six strangers with her have no clue as to what is going on. Tensions grow as they struggle to figure out who locked them in this hellhole and how they can escape. All hope seems lost until the clock strikes 9:00 PM, and the house’s only door finally unlocks. But as they venture out into the woods, something lurks in the darkness.      Highlights of the Episode: Reading session from the book How did a dream possibly turn into a horror novel after 20 yearsJourney as a writerWhat is Andrew's writing processFavorite character from the book Final words  #authorinterview #authoralert #horrorthrillerfans

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Au Rendezvous with Andrew McManaman
09-02-2022
Au Rendezvous with Andrew McManaman
Today in conversation with #author, #filmmaker and #publisher Andrew McManaman about his newly released book 'Dollhouse'. Surprisingly this horror/thriller novel has been inspired by a #dream of 20 years ago, Andrew as a kid had a nightmare and years later the dream lingered on in the subconscious which is now a thrilling subject of the story. The book trailer has been shot in 80s style horror flick and takes the viewer through paranoia, mystery and dark secrets hidden inside an abandoned house in the woods.  Andrew has also turned publisher with his publication house - PopcornPaperbacks. Andrew McManaman was born in Ottawa and raised in the small rural community of Kemptville, Ontario, Canada. Being an avid reader and film buff, Andrew fell in love with storytelling right from a young age. Introduced to many badass classics growing up, he took a shine to the horror and thriller genre. At ten years old, Andrew wrote his first short story and fell in love with the act of writing and has kept writing ever since. Still to this day, a huge movie and book geek, many of the films he grew up watching are his true inspiration for his work. With Popcorn Paperbacks, his goal is to meld the genres he loved to watch growing up and his passion for writing together. Blurb:  Single mother Darla awakens to the ultimate nightmare… She’s trapped in a house in the woods, with no memory of how she got there. She’s surrounded by strangers. And worst of all, she doesn’t know where her children are. The six strangers with her have no clue as to what is going on. Tensions grow as they struggle to figure out who locked them in this hellhole and how they can escape. All hope seems lost until the clock strikes 9:00 PM, and the house’s only door finally unlocks. But as they venture out into the woods, something lurks in the darkness.      Highlights of the Episode: Reading session from the book How did a dream possibly turn into a horror novel after 20 yearsJourney as a writerWhat is Andrew's writing processFavorite character from the book Final words  #authorinterview #authoralert #horrorthrillerfans
Au Rendezvous with Helen Zuman
02-12-2021
Au Rendezvous with Helen Zuman
Today in conversation with #author of Mating in Captivity - Helen Zuman. Helen is a survivor of a #cult called Zendik Farm, she was mentally and #sexually exploited as a member of this cult. Her #memoir spans those harrowing #fiveyears in Zendik farm that #forbid #monogamy. So how did a #harvardgraduate land in a #newage spiritualism cult. How are these so called #utopian cults exploiting younger generation forms the crux of her own horrific personal account. Mating in Captivity has since #won many laurels and #awards in the world of publication. Winner, 2020 Timothy Miller Outstanding Book Award (given by the Communal Studies Association) 2020 Eric Hoffer Awards: First Runner-Up, Memoir; finalist for the First Horizon Award and the Grand Prize Finalist, 2019 Firecracker Award in Creative Nonfiction (CLMP) A Best Indie Memoir of 2018 (Kirkus Reviews) #1 Amazon New Release in Religious Cults, #1 Amazon New Release in Human Sexuality. To know more about the author visit - Helen Zuman site.  Highlights of the Episode: Early life of HelenDid her rigid Catholic upbringing sway her towards rebelling with the normWhat made her join the cultWhat was her experience while living in Zendik farmWhy do educated young minds fall prey towards these new age cultsWhy was she served a notice by the cult and asked to leaveDo these cults exploit women in the garb of spiritualism and dominate via male patriarchyFinal message to the youth
Au Rendezvous with Tom Galvin
14-10-2021
Au Rendezvous with Tom Galvin
Today in conversation with author Tom Galvin who is debuting with the book - The Auction! Tom has lead an illustrious and adventurous career as a political #journalist during which he covered breaking news from the #whitehouse, #capitolhill, covered the 1996 #presidentialelection and visited the infamous #Guantanamo Bay. He then detoured towards technology and set base in the #siliconvalley as head of corporate communications at Cisco. He again felt the shift in dynamics and became an author with his new book that is very much inspired by #realpeople and experiences of working with the #elite.  The Auction is all set in the future when greedy corporates will decide the #financial worth of young generation and bid them into financially bound slavery. All the details and an exclusive sneak peak of the book can be found on the website. A trailer is also out on Youtube which will definitely intrigue you.   Highlights of the Episode Inspiration leading to writing the bookAdvice on facing #writer's #block and overcoming the sameMost favorite character from the book and whyWhy are authors resorting to writing #darktheme stories Is the future based on #financialvalue of a person especially since we see it happening with #socialmedia #influencersFinal message #authorinterview #aurendezvous #theauction #trending #dystopian #future
Au Rendezvous with Dan McCrory
24-09-2021
Au Rendezvous with Dan McCrory
Today in conversation with well known author and politician Dan McCrory. Dan was a 2013 #Democraticcandidate in the special #election for District 45 of the California State Assembly. He has been an officer of the National #WritersUnion, UAW Local 1981 for the past 15 years.    His book #capitalismkilled the #middleclass was #finalist in the Page Turner Awards. This book is part memoir and part #political statement as it follows his thirty-seven-year career at the phone company that began in 1973, about the time economists say worker pay flatlined. Capitalism Killed the Middle Class also examines the present political and economic systems rigged against us. Dan McCrory spent 37 years within the beast: AT&T. From poor, southern hick to clueless worker to union activist and finally to political candidate, McCrory had a ringside seat to the dismantling of a former #monopoly as it transformed itself into a mean, lean machine for the 21st century. How did we get here? What does the future look like for working families? What can we do to prepare ourselves? The book presents insightful and thorough analysis of the current plight of the working, class. He highlights his role in the labor movement and unions and proposes these areas as key organizational starting points toward rescuing the middle class. McCrory gives a detailed analysis in each of the "25 ways" the system is killing the middle class.  His book is available at Amazon both #Kindle and Paperback version. Highlights of the Episode: His brief background and the inspiration behind writing the book Capitalism Killed the Middle ClassIs capitalism pushing communism out of the pictureHow are the middle class affected by capitalismIs capitalism hand in glove with the governmentHow is the health care and education system rigged by capitalismFinal message  #authorinterview #aurendezvous #politics #bookrecommendation
Au Rendezvous with Alan J. Hesse
04-09-2021
Au Rendezvous with Alan J. Hesse
Today in conversation with noted conservation #biologist, educator and author-illustrator Alan J. Hesse. Based in biodiversity-rich Ecuador, Alan’s work is inspired by the majesty and fragility of #nature and the need to do everything we can to #protect it. Alan combines his #artistic creativity with his technical experience and knowledge to create #scientifically #accurate, educational #graphicnovels full of quirky, comic humor and fun action that also bear a message about how everyone can help preserve Nature. He is the author and illustrator of six non-fiction graphic novels for middle grade children, among which his main ongoing focus is the #CaptainPolo series about #climatechange. Alan is also the author of 3 climate change-themed picture books for children within the 6-8 age range. Alan has combined #fiction and #nonfictional facts in an interesting way to come up with varied #storylines to educate adults as well as children about the forces of nature and the #positive solutions that can be implemented to bring about #climate preservation.  Captain Polo series is a completely #witty and #informative combination of #fiction and #nonfiction unlike other #climateactivists who are more interested in being politically correct!! Highlights of the Episode: His journey from being living in diversified rich Amazon for 20 years towards authoring Captain Polo's adventures.Captain Polo - a curious polar bear character that is the heart of all expeditions around the #world and his take on the changing geographical scenariosHow climate change is very much a man-made phenomenonHow through his graphic novels he has been taking educative sessions regarding climate preservation with teachers, parents and younger generation You can find resourceful material about his books, blogs and fun activities on his webpage A short extract from the latest in the Captain Polo series where he explains how the #refugeecrisis is worsening due to #globalwarming and not just political factors Parting message about climate change #geographic #refugeecrisis #authorinterview #authortalk #podcastshow
Au Rendezvous with Tom Kreffer
27-08-2021
Au Rendezvous with Tom Kreffer
Today in conversation with author Dad Tom Kreffer about his upcoming second book - Dear Arlo Adventures in #Dadding. His first book Dear Dory has been a major success, an honest account of being a first-time dad. Dear Arlo comes out soon and we chat about the emotional, fun and the serious events mentioned in the #book. Tom is also the creator of Adventures in Dadding #newsletter that acts as a guide for parenting from a dad point of view.  You can #subscribe to the newsletter via his website ! About Tom: He is a writer who chronicles his son's every day life and about parenthood. He does this for many reasons: to force himself to reflect deeply about his role as a #parent; to create a gift for Arlo when he’s older (imagine your parents giving you their journals about you on your 21st birthday); to improve his writing ability; and to give readers a unique perspective on parenthood that they won’t find in other books. He believes his writing career started out as a complete fluke. It began when he found out that his partner was #pregnant. The news was unexpected to say the least, because they were told that they wouldn't #conceivenaturally.  #Highlights of the #Episode: Tips for new Fathers and Father's to be #Journal your child's adventures, you may not want to publish it but it is a great way to keep #memories aliveSpend #time with your partner and bond with your child when they are tiny coz time #flies byTake #support from #elders - #Grandparents are a great source of #wealth and #help Work as a #team to nurture and up bring your child  Household chores can wait - Get some #Sleep!  #authorinterview #parentingguide #dadadventures #deararlo #cooldad #parenthood
Au Rendezvous with Michael Biarnes
30-07-2021
Au Rendezvous with Michael Biarnes
Today in conversation with #scientist and #author @michael_biarnes_author We talk about his upcoming book which is available for #preorder - 'Redefining Success' you can reach out on - www.michaelbiarnes.com for #additional insight. "You define your own #success. #happiness is 50% #genetic, 40% mentality and 10 % #circumstances" He is also an #expert #lifecoach and #speaker, through his years of research and #interviews with #famous personalities the upcoming book Redefining Success is filled with inspirational messages, anecdotes, case studies and eye-opening real life stories about normal people who beat all the odds to realign with their #lifepurpose. #igtvseries #aurendezvous #authortalkshow #authorinterview #authorstories #realpeople #books #bookstagram #writingcommunity #viralvideo #reels #interview #host #podcastshow
Au Rendezvous with Girish Dutt Shukla
22-07-2021
Au Rendezvous with Girish Dutt Shukla
Today in conversation with author Girish Dutt Shukla - Maroon in the Sky of Blue! Girish Dutt Shukla is a computer engineer by education and a freelance digital marketer by profession. Before pursuing his passion for writing, he worked as a software engineer in Gurugram for two years. In June 2015, he left the job and started working as a copywriter and a social media strategist in a digital marketing agency in Delhi. In his six-year stint as a marketing professional, he has helped both established brands and startups to grow digitally with his writing skills, strategy, and marketing acumen. Girish regularly writes for a variety of websites and newspapers promoting #psychology and mental health, including but not limited to The Pioneer, The Daily Guardian, SelfGrowth, SpeechBlubs, Elephant Journal, ThoughtCatalog, Theravive, BestLifeOnline, and HumanWindow. He has a proclivity for perceiving psyche and behavior and hopes to study the subject further in the future. Maroon In A Sky Of Blue was his debut novel published in October 2020. The book has garnered an average rating of 4.5 with over 100 reviews. It has been featured on The New Indian Express, Dainik Bhaskar, IANS, Absolute News, Telangana Today, India Blooms, and other major news portals. The novel was also appreciated by Shri #AmitabhBachchan in a personal letter written to the author. Maroon In A Sky Of Blue: It is a fiction book that focuses on introvert behavior, #mental health, and #PTSD, the most hushed topics of a teenager's life. #authorinterview #igtvseries #writerscommunity #talent #positiveimpact #globalconversations
Au Rendezvous with Videha Rathi
11-12-2020
Au Rendezvous with Videha Rathi
Today in conversation with artist and painter par excellence Videha Rathi, her acrylic paintings have become the talk of the town. She describes her artistic journey as a therapeutic experience and the major cause of healing from a rough phase in life. She believes anyone can cultivate their hobbies to gain holistic ease in one's life. Her art is mostly inspired by her favorite memories and love for travel, they are centered around feministic values, independent streak, amorous moments, beach and her favored holiday destination - Greece.  She will soon be listing her art on online platforms and holding exhibitions in India and abroad. We wish her tremendous success on her talent and love to see more of her mesmerizing artwork in stores.  #artist #painter #talkshow #talenthunt #interview
Au Rendezvous with Arlene Marron
08-10-2020
Au Rendezvous with Arlene Marron
Today in conversation with author Arlene Marron, who has written the book Beneath a Blanket of Snow, she has turned towards #writing full time after her #retirement from #health care industry. Her first book that deals with human emotions and relationships is an inspiration from #true events that have occurred in her life. The intertwined stories in the book deal with couples who have to face challenges in their respective life's. Millennial these days spend much on materialistic comforts than working on their relationships that appear to be fancy on the social media.  Arlene has received tremendous positive reviews for her first book and she is planning on writing a second novel. For her age is just a number and you can achieve anything in life if you put your mind to it. Her message to emerging authors is 'Never Give Up'.
Au Rendezvous with Muskan Suri
06-10-2020
Au Rendezvous with Muskan Suri
Today in conversation with a young #author Muskan Suri who has penned the romantic novel 'Innocent #Love'. Her story is already famous on Whattpad and has been read by millions of readers from around the world. Her biggest fan and critic is her #mother who has inspired her  throughout the journey of being an excellent author.  Being an undying fan of Jacob Black from the Twilight sag series, it has enabled her to pen her main hero as Xavier Black in the novel Innocent Love. She is also a die hard fan of Fifty Shades of Grey and the female protagonist from the story walks in the light of Anastasia albeit as Annabelle. It is about a rebel boy meeting a sweet girl in college and they both falling for each other without noticing the red flags that arise in their relationship.  The sequel to this story is most awaited by Muskan's fans on Whattpad as well as on Kindle. The story continues with Xavier and Anna bumping into each other once again after their college life. We are waiting for this love saga to take off as we speak with her on the show!
Au Rendezvous with Dawn Funnell
05-10-2020
Au Rendezvous with Dawn Funnell
Today in conversation with #author Dawn Funnell, who has written Temira Burtons and the Pharaoh's Treasure. She is an actor and #children's book writer. Her exciting cruise through the Nile river really inspired her into writing the #Egyptian adventure #book for children. She has been to Egypt twice and wishes to return to again for the love of the culture, knowledge and the architecture.  You can also listen to excerpts from the #BBCRadio interview, she performs a paragraph from her book in tones of varied characters. Her skills as an actor are par excellence, she would love to perform a one act show sometime in the near future. Dawn is busy writing her next children's adventure, which is based out in the 18th centoury. It will talk about inventions and innovations during the Victorian times.  While facing writer's block her advice is to take a walk in the countryside and clear the mind while planning the next chapters or characters in the book. Lastly her advice for fellow self publishing authors is to master the craft and never shy away from asking for help.
Au Rendezvous with Maya Peoples
03-10-2020
Au Rendezvous with Maya Peoples
Today in conversation with author Maya Peoples, who has written I Found You on #Wattpad. The story is inspired by true #events and also on loosely based on the #truecrime and criminal #derricktoddlee. She advocates to create #awareness for #stalking, her advice to women is to learn #selfdefense techniques in situations like these. She believes tougher #laws must be established for stalking victims.  To the writers her advice on getting past the #writersblock is to listen to #music and indulge in activities that take your mind off the topic and discover new ways to present the characters. She believes in creating stories for the #audience and wants to self-publish on #kindle in the near future.  #authorseries #authorinterview #authorchoice #dailyinspiration #bookreview #bookseries #goodreads #booklovers
Au Rendezvous with Riki Kotze
01-10-2020
Au Rendezvous with Riki Kotze
'We don't need #journalists or #politicians for bringing about a #change. Everyone has a #story and this is enough to bring change'. Today in conversation with author Riki Kitze who has written her #personal experience of #surviving #social issues, #abusivemarriage, getting institutionalized in a #mentalhealth ward and falling in #love  Her journey is both #emotional and #brave, the ups and downs of her life, the #battle with #depression, #religioushypocracy, the near #suicide attempt. Makes me wonder what kind of a #world we live in.  Hear her #story in her own words #LovingtheSonofHam is available on #Amazon  #authorinterview #authorspotlight #bookreview #shocking #disturbing #humanstories #humaninspotlight #author #newbook #booklovers #igtvchannel
Au Rendezvous with Hassan Al Jabri
28-09-2020
Au Rendezvous with Hassan Al Jabri
Today in conversation with #motivationalspeaker Hassan Al Jabri, author of the series #thedeadendsea an apocalyptic read that speaks about the 'City of Gold' - #Dubai. This is a three part series book which takes you on an adventure from the year 2014 to 2050.  How the world changes and how the city disappears from the map of the world is the crux of the story. Hassan explains that be are just stepping into a future dominated by the AI or #artificialintelligence.  To find out what will happen to humans in the near future you need to grab a #copy of this #book which is on #amazon #kindle. It was a wonderful chat, do listen to his #motivational message to #writers on conquering #writersblock. It's GOLD!  #authorinterview #writerscommunity #podcastseries #newauthor #adventure #dubai #likeforlike #followforfollow #igtvchannel #watch #viral #share
Au Rendezvous with Nomita Khanna
18-09-2020
Au Rendezvous with Nomita Khanna
In conversation with Nomita Khanna who loves writing twisted psychological thrillers that will give you the creeps! Her book #Rosebentstem is based on a #truestory with a fictional touch. The book has won - The Wishing Shelf Book Awards This is one sinister tale you cannot leave in the middle, Tana will give you nightmares!  A fun chat about what inspired her and how her family keeps her busy, even though they give her side-eye for being immersed in the characters while penning her vicious stories on paper.  #authortalkshow #authorchat #authorinterview #writerscommunity #writersworld #likeforlike #bookreview #followforfollow #followme
Au Rendezvous with Professor Sanjay Rout Part 2
16-09-2020
Au Rendezvous with Professor Sanjay Rout Part 2
In conversation with Dr. Sanjay Rout this was like an #xfiles episode where we discussed the possibilities of #alien existence, the meaning of #cropcircles, and the presence of #alientechnology in our ancient architecture.  The existence of  '#Vimana' like #temples in India is actually a proof of alien spaceships among us and #laylines are portals that are used for #intergalactic travel Was #Atlantis destroyed by #nuclearweapons ? And do we have the #aliencode within us? The search for the truth continues with this amazing #scientific series #scifi #research #newbook #writerscommunity #authorinterview #shadowpeople #nasa #space #energy #vibrations #likeforlike #followforfollow
Au Rendezvous with David Arrowsmith
14-09-2020
Au Rendezvous with David Arrowsmith
In conversation with author David Arrowsmith about his latest book #NevadaNoir a subtle thriller that is interwoven within the three short stories. David shares that the book was inspired during his recent trip to #vegas and #nationalparks around the USA.  His next is a #dystopian thriller which is more so based on the scary reality that we face as a community after the pandemic. We spoke about how his writings are more of a #visual journey and not just mere words on the paper.  #nevadanoir #crime #bookreview #authorinterview #likeforlike #followforfollow #watch #like #igtv #channel #viral #video #instagram #instadaily #instavideo
Au Rendezvous with Priyanshi Tejnani
09-09-2020
Au Rendezvous with Priyanshi Tejnani
In conversation with @priyanshi_tejnani a 19 year old author of the book #conquerthyself. In an age when millennial are clueless about their existence, Priyanshi has figured out the purpose of her life, which is to help people in loving thyself and conquering their #depression.  We had a lovely chat about #positivemanifestations, #criticismmanagement #howtotackletrolls including #mentalhealth in #school curriculum's and believing in the power of #trueself.  Her book is available on #kindle #amazon and all the proceeds from the book will be donated to #animalshelters since we are the guardians of these humble creatures who don't have a voice of their own!:)  #listen and be amazed  #authorinterview #authorsofinstagram #writers #writercommunity
Au Rendezvous with Professor Sanjay Rout
07-09-2020
Au Rendezvous with Professor Sanjay Rout
Today we were in conversation with researcher and futurist technology speaker Dr. Sanjay Rout about his innovative works, research and future solutions. He will be releasing a #newbook the #VirusEconomy which is authored by 10 renowned researchers as well. It depicts in length the state of economy that will be affected during the new age virus world. We also spoke about #ancienttechnology, #timetravel, #quantunphysics and #soundvibrations used for #astral experiments. Hopefully we will be hearing more from the Professor regarding #alientechnology and #space more in further discussions. #authorinterview #authorinstagram #writer #writercommunity #innovative #superiorknowledge #spacetechnology