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May 29, 2024
Book Banter S3 EP 120: Theresa Payton Interview
Hello Happy People,
Today I am sharing with all of you my interview with the incredible Theresa Payton.
Theresa Payton, an illustrious figure in the domain of technology and cybersecurity, has carved a niche for herself as a pioneering force and the first female White House Chief Information Officer. Currently, at the helm of Fortalice Solutions, a cybersecurity firm she founded in 2014, Payton dedicates her expertise to safeguarding the digital fortresses of both public and private entities against the ceaseless waves of cyber threats. Recognized as one of the nation’s most esteemed authorities on secured digital transformation, her counsel is highly sought after by boards of Fortune 500 companies, CEOs, and technology executives alike.
Her journey, marked by historical milestones, began with her groundbreaking tenure as the White House Chief Information Officer, where she led and set new benchmarks in the secured digital transformation landscape. Her visionary approach has seen her inventing new security designs and securing a U.S. patent in security, a testament to her innovative spirit and expertise in the field. Theresa Payton's role in the former CBS TV series "Hunted" highlighted her acumen in leading teams, identifying digital tracks and emerging cyber threats, and devising countermeasures.
Under her leadership, Fortalice Solutions has evolved into a bastion of cybersecurity, offering cutting-edge solutions and strategic advice drawn from her rich tapestry of experiences as a technologist, cybercrime fighter, and entrepreneur. Her unique blend of memorable anecdotes and forward-thinking insights has cemented her status as a luminary in digital security. Her accolades reflect her unparalleled contributions to the field, including being named one of the Top 25 Most Influential People in Security by Security Magazine, the FBI's Director Award for Public Service, and one of the top 50 Cybersecurity Leaders of 2020 by Business Insider.
Text provided by Cassey Kalba of Society 22
Park Road Books (signed copies)
Enjoy,
Dianne
Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt
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Manic Monday TikTok Vlog
How about some internet technology jokes inspired by today's podcast guest.
Q: Why did the man get fired from his factory job assembling keyboards?
A: Because he was not picking up enough shifts.
Q: Why did the mobile phone need glasses?
A: Because it lost its contacts.
Q: What kind of computer is the best for singers?
A: A Dell.
Q: Why did the PowerPoint presenter cross the road?
A: To get to the other slide.
Q: What did the hard drive do when it got into a fight?
A: It asked for a back-up!
Q: Why did the computer go to therapy?
A: Because it had too many unresolved issues.
Q: Why do horses rarely use the internet?
A: Because they have a hard time finding a stable connection.
And last but not least . . .
Q: What is another name for an iPhone chargers?
A: Apple juice.
April/May Issue on Sale NOW only $2.99
Going forward, Book Banter Magazine will be published every other month beginning in February - December to coincide with the Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt - Book Talk Podcast broadcasting seasons. We will also have the Year End Book Buying Guide in November for holiday shopping with every author guest from the current season. Follow us on social media to stay up to date on all our coming issues. Click the cover to read a sample of the latest issue.
Follow us on Facebook: @BurckhardtBooks and @DianneBurckhardt.Author
The Into the West Saga Serial is Complete!
Check out the award-winning, historical fiction, family saga, Into the West Saga Serial. All the books, one through seven, are available now on Amazon. Click the phto above for more information or click here to order your copy of each of the seven novellas in this serial today or you can read them all for free with Kindle Unlimited.
Listen to our podcast, Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt, every Wednesday. Check your favorite podcast provider for listings.
Listen to Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt on These Featured Podcast Providers:
Amazon Music and more
You can even just ask Siri or Alexa to play Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt Podcast and hear the latest episode!
You can also search on Amazon in any country for Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt and it will bring up our podcast.
Burckhardt Books Pages:
Members Only Page (Join FREE and get access to exclusive content, lots of freebies, and listen to our Book Banter Interview Archive)
Manic Monday Vlogs on TikTok
About Dianne:
Dianne Burckhardt, Award-Winning Indie Author
Want to know more about the host of Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt? Check out Episode 1: Who Am I?
What is a Chiari Malformation, a Syrinx (Syringomyelia), and Hydrocephalus?
The Mutant Chronicles video diaries on TikTok
Support Us:
It's even easier now to support Burckhardt Books and our Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt podcast, many options are no cost to you. Click here for more information.
Support Our Book Banter Buddies (2024 Guest Interviews):
* Special Episode January 10th, 2024 Celebrating Our 100th Broadcast *
Special Guest: Pedro (P.R.) Burckhardt
Producer for Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt Podcast and Book Banter Magazine
Season Three April/May Episodes:
April 3rd, S3 EP112: Interracial Romance NOW STREAMING
Khushi T. Saha, Author of the Unraveled Duet romance set.
Khushi on Facebook
April 10th, S3 EP113: Fiction NOW STREAMING
Boo Trundle, Author of The Daughter Ship
April 17th, S3 EP114: Thriller NOW STREAMING
A. J. Landau, Author of Leave No Trace
A. J. Landau's Listing on MacmiIlan Publishers
April 24th, S3 EP115: Cookbook NOW STREAMING
Nandita Godbole, Author of Masaleydaar: Classic Indian Spice Blends
May 1st, S3 EP116: Science Fiction NOW STREAMING
N. Joseph Glass, Author of Overlap: The Lives of a Former Time Jumper
May 8th, S3 EP117: Family Drama NOW STREAMING
Kezia Kos, Author of Kintsugi
Kezia 's Website
May 15th, S3 EP118: Espionage Thriller NOW STREAMING
Robert Hilliard, Author of In Freedom's Shadow
May 22nd, S3 EP119: Epic Fantasy NOW STREAMING
Ulff Lehmann. Author of the Light in the Dark Series
May 29th, S3 EP120: Cyber Security NOW STREAMING
Theresa Payton, Author of Manipulated: Inside the Cyberwar to Hijack Elections and Distort the Truth
May 22, 2024
Book Banter S3 EP 119: Ulff Lehmann Interview
-Possible Trigger Warning-
Discussion of mental health issues, dark, grim, epic fantasy themes, and use of profane language. Bleeped words: k1ll, sh1t, a$$hole, pro$t1tüte, ma$terb@te, Fu©_
Hello My Happy People,
When you speak with Ulff Lehmann you would only know he has struggled with mental health issues because he is so open about his challenges. Despite the difficulties he faces with his mental health, he projects a friendly and relaxed personality. It’s easy to fall into a comfortable conversation with him about his books and writing. Taking care of his mental health is an important part of his life and writing is a big part of his self-care.
Ulff has been unable to work outside of home for years and writing has given him a creative outlet that expands his world far beyond the walls of his home. His books have given him a reason to reach out and connect with others who have found great value in the world he has built in his epic fantasy, The Light in the Dark Series.
Ulff has created a complex, diverse world of dark fantasy that harkens back to the original Grimm Tales where blood is easily spilt and even the heroes can live morally grey lives. Book one, Shattered Dreams, is an excellent introduction to Ulff’s world. If a reader can make it through the first three chapters of this book and still crave more, they will be thoroughly pleased as they work their way through the rest of the series.
Ulff’s work has even received praise from New York Times bestselling fantasy writer Ed Greenwood, who commented that “SHATTERED DREAMS is a rich, layered high fantasy, the beginning of an epic that will be well worth following for years to come. Looming menace, thoughtful world-building; a winner!”
Don't wait, click the purple microphone below to go listen now and hear Ulff's story in his own words.
Enjoy,
Dianne
Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt
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Manic Monday TikTok Vlog
How about some Fairy Tales inspired by today's podcast guests.
Q: Which fairy tale character has the fanciest front door?
A: It has to be Goldi-locks.
Q: Why was Peter Pan so tired of flying?
A: Because he Neverlands!
Q: What was Aladdin's favorite pet?
A: His flying car-pet.
Q: Did you hear they are making a sequel to Beauty and the Beast that stars Cogsworth?
A: Yes, and it's about time!
Q: Why was Snow White so disappointed in TikTok?
A: Because she only had seven followers.
Q: Why was Cinderella kicked off the soccer team?
A: Because she kept running away from the ball.
Q: What was Pinocchio doing on the beach?
A: Just lying in the sun!
And last but not least . . .
Q: Which Princess loves Dad Jokes?
A: Ra-PUN-zel!
April/May Issue on Sale NOW only $2.99
Going forward, Book Banter Magazine will be published every other month beginning in February - December to coincide with the Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt - Book Talk Podcast broadcasting seasons. We will also have the Year End Book Buying Guide in November for holiday shopping with every author guest from the current season. Follow us on social media to stay up to date on all our coming issues. Click the cover to read a sample of the latest issue.
Follow us on Facebook: @BurckhardtBooks and @DianneBurckhardt.Author
The Into the West Saga Serial is Complete!
Check out the award-winning, historical fiction, family saga, Into the West Saga Serial. All the books, one through seven, are available now on Amazon. Click the phto above for more information or click here to order your copy of each of the seven novellas in this serial today or you can read them all for free with Kindle Unlimited.
Listen to our podcast, Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt, every Wednesday. Check your favorite podcast provider for listings.
Listen to Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt on These Featured Podcast Providers:
Amazon Music and more
You can even just ask Siri or Alexa to play Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt Podcast and hear the latest episode!
You can also search on Amazon in any country for Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt and it will bring up our podcast.
Burckhardt Books Pages:
Members Only Page (Join FREE and get access to exclusive content, lots of freebies, and listen to our Book Banter Interview Archive)
Manic Monday Vlogs on TikTok
About Dianne:
Dianne Burckhardt, Award-Winning Indie Author
Want to know more about the host of Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt? Check out Episode 1: Who Am I?
What is a Chiari Malformation, a Syrinx (Syringomyelia), and Hydrocephalus?
The Mutant Chronicles video diaries on TikTok
Support Us:
It's even easier now to support Burckhardt Books and our Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt podcast, many options are no cost to you. Click here for more information.
Support Our Book Banter Buddies (2024 Guest Interviews):
* Special Episode January 10th, 2024 Celebrating Our 100th Broadcast *
Special Guest: Pedro (P.R.) Burckhardt
Producer for Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt Podcast and Book Banter Magazine
Season Three April/May Episodes:
April 3rd, S3 EP112: Interracial Romance NOW STREAMING
Khushi T. Saha, Author of the Unraveled Duet romance set.
Khushi on Facebook
April 10th, S3 EP113: Fiction NOW STREAMING
Boo Trundle, Author of The Daughter Ship
April 17th, S3 EP114: Thriller NOW STREAMING
A. J. Landau, Author of Leave No Trace
A. J. Landau's Listing on MacmiIlan Publishers
April 24th, S3 EP115: Cookbook NOW STREAMING
Nandita Godbole, Author of Masaleydaar: Classic Indian Spice Blends
May 1st, S3 EP116: Science Fiction NOW STREAMING
N. Joseph Glass, Author of Overlap: The Lives of a Former Time Jumper
May 8th, S3 EP117: Family Drama NOW STREAMING
Kezia Kos, Author of Kintsugi
Kezia 's Website
May 15th, S3 EP118: Espionage Thriller NOW STREAMING
Robert Hilliard, Author of In Freedom's Shadow
May 22nd, S3 EP119: Epic Fantasy NOW STREAMING
Ulff Lehmann. Author of the Light in the Dark Series
May 29th, S3 EP120: Cyber Security
Theresa Payton, Author of Manipulated: Inside the Cyberwar to Hijack Elections and Distort the Truth
May 15, 2024
Book Banter S3 EP 118: Robert Hilliard Interview
* Possible Trigger Warning *
There is a discussion of slavery and the treatment of black Americans during the American Civil War Era and how it pertains to Robert Book, In Freedom's Shadow .
Hello My Happy People,
Today Dianne is bringing you her chat with author Robert Hilliard. His latest book, In Freedom's Shadow , is an exciting historical espionage thriller based on what is believed to be the true story of John Scobell. There is much speculation around the accounts of the heroics written to have been performed by Scobell, Dianne and Robert discuss the challenges of writing accurate historical fiction when the facts are hard to verify. Robert does an amazing job of taking available information and weaving it into a fascinating and engaging story that captivates the imagination and keeps readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.
While Robert may be taking his first step into the world of fiction books, he has decades of experience as a professional journalist to back up his new author endeavors. Robert spent more than three decades writing on sports, history, and the great outdoors. He began his professional writing career working as a reporter for the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review , but that is not the only publication to feature his work. His articles have appeared in Pennsylvania Wildlife, Upland Almanac, and Pittsburgh History Magazine.
Robert also has the notable distinction of having not just one, but three articles in the Baseball, Basketball, and Pro Football Halls of Fame. With his work having received this kind of notoriety, it is easy to understand why he was asked to contribute to his first book project, Rivers of Destiny , a history anthology. However, it would be a decade before his next book project.
In 2012, Robert released A Season on the Allegheny , a detailed account of a year spent hunting in the Allegheny National Forest. Even with another well received publication to his credit, Robert would wait another decade to publish his first fiction novel. In Freedom’s Shadow is the story of John Scobell, and escaped slave who becomes a spy for the Union to help end the U.S. Civil War. Robert brings to life a new and exciting twist on the traditional espionage tale that is based on actual events. To find out more just click on the purple microphone to go listen now.
Enjoy,
Dianne
Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt
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Manic Monday TikTok Vlog
How about some spy jokes inspired by today's podcast guests.
Q: Why don't you think James Bond is the world's best spy?
A: Everyone knows who he is, that makes him the worst "spy".
Q: what the code name for the rodent spy?
A: Anon E. Mouse
Q: Why did the Black Widow wear a disguise to the ball?
A: Because she went as a spy-der.
Q: How did the spy like to sleep?
A: Undercover.
Q: Why to potatoes make great spies?
A: Because they have eye everywhere!
Q: Why do spies never sing Soprano?
A: They prefer to stay low key.
Q: What do you call it when a spy investigates a butcher shop?
A: It's a steak out.
And last but not least . . .
Q: What kind of shoes do all spies wear?
A: Sneakers, of course!
April/May Issue on Sale NOW only $2.99
Going forward, Book Banter Magazine will be published every other month beginning in February - December to coincide with the Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt - Book Talk Podcast broadcasting seasons. We will also have the Year End Book Buying Guide in November for holiday shopping with every author guest from the current season. Follow us on social media to stay up to date on all our coming issues. Click the cover to read a sample of the latest issue.
Follow us on Facebook: @BurckhardtBooks and @DianneBurckhardt.Author
The Into the West Saga Serial is Complete!
Check out the award-winning, historical fiction, family saga, Into the West Saga Serial. All the books, one through seven, are available now on Amazon. Click the phto above for more information or click here to order your copy of each of the seven novellas in this serial today or you can read them all for free with Kindle Unlimited.
Listen to our podcast, Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt, every Wednesday. Check your favorite podcast provider for listings.
Listen to Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt on These Featured Podcast Providers:
Amazon Music and more
You can even just ask Siri or Alexa to play Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt Podcast and hear the latest episode!
You can also search on Amazon in any country for Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt and it will bring up our podcast.
Burckhardt Books Pages:
Members Only Page (Join FREE and get access to exclusive content, lots of freebies, and listen to our Book Banter Interview Archive)
Manic Monday Vlogs on TikTok
About Dianne:
Dianne Burckhardt, Award-Winning Indie Author
Want to know more about the host of Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt? Check out Episode 1: Who Am I?
What is a Chiari Malformation, a Syrinx (Syringomyelia), and Hydrocephalus?
The Mutant Chronicles video diaries on TikTok
Support Us:
It's even easier now to support Burckhardt Books and our Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt podcast, many options are no cost to you. Click here for more information.
Support Our Book Banter Buddies (2024 Guest Interviews):
* Special Episode January 10th, 2024 Celebrating Our 100th Broadcast *
Special Guest: Pedro (P.R.) Burckhardt
Producer for Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt Podcast and Book Banter Magazine
Season Three April/May Episodes:
April 3rd, S3 EP112: Interracial Romance NOW STREAMING
Khushi T. Saha, Author of the Unraveled Duet romance set.
Khushi on Facebook
April 10th, S3 EP113: Fiction NOW STREAMING
Boo Trundle, Author of The Daughter Ship
April 17th, S3 EP114: Thriller NOW STREAMING
A. J. Landau, Author of Leave No Trace
A. J. Landau's Listing on MacmiIlan Publishers
April 24th, S3 EP115: Cookbook NOW STREAMING
Nandita Godbole, Author of Masaleydaar: Classic Indian Spice Blends
May 1st, S3 EP116: Science Fiction NOW STREAMING
N. Joseph Glass, Author of Overlap: The Lives of a Former Time Jumper
May 8th, S3 EP117: Family Drama NOW STREAMING
Kezia Kos, Author of Kintsugi
Kezia 's Website
May 15th, S3 EP118: Espionage Thriller NOW STREAMING
Robert Hilliard, Author of In Freedom's Shadow
May 22nd, S3 EP119: Epic Fantasy
Ulff Lehmann. Author of the Light in the Dark Series
May 29th, S3 EP120: Cyber Security
Theresa Payton, Author of Manipulated: Inside the Cyberwar to Hijack Elections and Distort the Truth
May 10, 2024
FRIDAY EXTRA - Learning in Harmony: The Melodious Boost to Childhood Literacy
Article by guest contributor, Ted James
The magic of music reaches far beyond evoking emotions and creating memories. One often overlooked facet is its substantial impact on literacy development in young minds. Today, we dive into the myriad of ways that music intertwines with linguistic progression, ranging from vocabulary enhancement to fostering critical thought. By merging melodies with the world of words, children can embark on an enriched path of learning.
Using Melodies to Build Vocabulary
Incorporating music into the learning environment allows children to seamlessly acquire and retain new terms. Songs act as a mnemonic device, providing context to new words, making it easier for children to remember them. This unique teaching tool not only introduces fresh vocabulary but also cements these words into young minds, fostering long-term retention. This is also a great way for busy parents and children to spend time together because the melodic allure and repetitive nature of songs act as an aid, making word acquisition less daunting.
How Music and Grammar Work Together
Songs aren't just a source of entertainment; they are a goldmine for linguistic structures. As lyrics are belted out, children are exposed to grammatical constructs that are imperative for language development. The repetitive nature of music ensures constant exposure to these rules, making grammar learning less tedious. Over time, consistent exposure to songs can subconsciously imbue listeners with correct language usage, thereby cementing proper grammar.
Teach Phonics with Tunes
The richness of music lies in its vast array of sounds. Through various instruments and diverse vocal modulations, children become familiar with the intricacies of phonics. This early exposure not only enhances their pronunciation but also aids in their reading abilities. Recognizing and mimicking these sounds cultivate auditory skills, setting the stage for phonetic proficiency in language.
Invest in a Karaoke Machine
Investing in a karaoke machine can be a fantastic way to encourage and develop your kids' musical abilities. Singing along to their favorite songs not only fosters a love for music but also helps them gain confidence in their vocal skills.
Before choosing the right model, it's crucial to read unbiased reviews online. These reviews can provide valuable insights into the quality, durability, and user-friendliness of various karaoke machines, ensuring you make a well-informed decision. This step helps you find a device that not only matches your children’s interests and needs but also offers lasting entertainment and educational value.
Establish a Music Hub
Designing a musical corner in the home offers children a transformative space to delve deeper into music's rhythms and melodies. This dedicated environment, equipped with instruments, musical books, and listening devices, not only elevates musical literacy but also augments linguistic capabilities. As children immerse themselves, their growing literacy becomes evident. By creating a multifunctional space, you may even be able to boost the value of your home and to be sure to keep track of improvements, take before-and-after photos, and keep receipts to help quantify your home’s increase in value.
Hone Auditory Discrimination
One of music's gifts is its rhythmic patterns, which play a crucial role in enhancing auditory processing. Through consistent exposure to various rhythms and beats, children sharpen their ability to differentiate between different sounds. This heightened sense of auditory discrimination is pivotal, especially when it comes to distinguishing subtle differences in language sounds, paving the way for improved listening and comprehension skills.
Foster Artistic Expression
Music is an open canvas, beckoning children to paint their thoughts and feelings. Encouraging children to sing, create tunes, or even experiment with different musical sounds can spur their creative juices. As they engage with music at such a profound level, they become adept at expressing themselves through words, refining their narrative skills. The overlap between musical expression and linguistic prowess cannot be stressed enough.
Cultivate Analytical Prowess
The journey of learning a musical instrument goes beyond just mastering notes. It necessitates analytical thinking, quick decision-making, and problem-solving abilities. When children are introduced to instruments, they inadvertently hone these cognitive skills. The logical reasoning and analytical thinking cultivated during musical training can significantly influence and enhance their literacy capabilities, making them more adept readers and writers.
The interplay between music and literacy is profound. While melodies soothe the soul, they also sharpen the mind, bolstering language acquisition and comprehension. Investing in musical experiences for children is akin to gifting them with a toolkit for enriched linguistic development. Let the resonance of music be the guiding force in shaping young linguists of the future.
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April/May Issue on Sale NOW only $2.99
Going forward, Book Banter Magazine will be published every other month beginning in February - December to coincide with the Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt - Book Talk Podcast broadcasting seasons. We will also have the Year End Book Buying Guide in November for holiday shopping with every author guest from the current season. Follow us on social media to stay up to date on all our coming issues. Click the cover to read a sample of the latest issue.
Follow us on Facebook: @BurckhardtBooks and @DianneBurckhardt.Author
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The Into the West Saga Serial is Complete!
Check out the award-winning, historical fiction, family saga, Into the West Saga Serial. All the books, one through seven, are available now on Amazon. Click the phto above for more information or click here to order your copy of each of the seven novellas in this serial today or you can read them all for free with Kindle Unlimited.
Listen to our podcast, Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt, every Wednesday. Check your favorite podcast provider for listings.
Listen to Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt on These Featured Podcast Providers:
Amazon Music and more
You can even just ask Siri or Alexa to play Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt Podcast and hear the latest episode!
You can also search on Amazon in any country for Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt and it will bring up our podcast.
Burckhardt Books Pages:
Members Only Page (Join FREE and get access to exclusive content, lots of freebies, and listen to our Book Banter Interview Archive)
Manic Monday Vlogs on TikTok
About Dianne:
Dianne Burckhardt, Award-Winning Indie Author
Want to know more about the host of Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt? Check out Episode 1: Who Am I?
What is a Chiari Malformation, a Syrinx (Syringomyelia), and Hydrocephalus?
The Mutant Chronicles video diaries on TikTok
Support Us:
It's even easier now to support Burckhardt Books and our Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt podcast, many options are no cost to you. Click here for more information.
Support Our Book Banter Buddies (2024 Guest Interviews):
* Special Episode January 10th, 2024 Celebrating Our 100th Broadcast *
Special Guest: Pedro (P.R.) Burckhardt
Producer for Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt Podcast and Book Banter Magazine
Season Three April/May Episodes:
April 3rd, S3 EP112: Interracial Romance NOW STREAMING
Khushi T. Saha, Author of the Unraveled Duet romance set.
Khushi on Facebook
April 10th, S3 EP113: Fiction NOW STREAMING
Boo Trundle, Author of The Daughter Ship
April 17th, S3 EP114: Thriller NOW STREAMING
A. J. Landau, Author of Leave No Trace
A. J. Landau's Listing on MacmiIlan Publishers
April 24th, S3 EP115: Cookbook NOW STREAMING
Nandita Godbole, Author of Masaleydaar: Classic Indian Spice Blends
May 1st, S3 EP116: Science Fiction NOW STREAMING
N. Joseph Glass, Author of Overlap: The Lives of a Former Time Jumper
May 8th, S3 EP117: Family Drama NOW STREAMING
Kezia Kos, Author of Kintsugi
Kezia 's Website
May 15th, S3 EP118: Espionage Thriller
Robert Hilliard, Author of In Freedom's Shadow
May 22nd, S3 EP119: Epic Fantasy
Ulff Lehmann. Author of the Light in the Dark Series
May 29th, S3 EP120: Cyber Security
Theresa Payton, Author of Manipulated: Inside the Cyberwar to Hijack Elections and Distort the Truth
May 8, 2024
Book Banter S3 EP 117: Kezia Kos Interview
– Trigger Warnings –
Today's episode contains an open discussion of mental illness and emotional abuse.
You will hear a word bleeped at least twice in this episode. That word is sui©ide.
We did this to ensure this episode does not get removed by censors.
Hello My Happy People,
Today Dianne is joined by another expat author, Kezia Kos, a Brazilian expat living in Germany. She has an impressive educational background, with a degree in translation for French and English and a specialization course in psychoanalysis.
After moving to the other side of the planet from her family, Kezia began to get a new perspective on her own family relationships. While researching family characteristics, Kezia found very few stories about the “golden child,” one of the many possible roles within family dynamics depending on an individual’s personality traits.
When a family is headed by a narcissistic parent, there is a specific constellation of roles that other family members tend to take on around them: the flying monkey, the black sheep, the golden child, and others.
To better understand her own role in her family, Kezia turned to therapy which became a big part of her journey of self discovery. As she began watching videos online about narcissistic family systems, she began to recognize her own family in the descriptions. Kezia noticed there were very few stories that focused on "The GoldenChild," the one who stays and lives under the thumb of the narcissistic parent. This is the story Kezia wanted to tell.
Taking heavily from her own life, Kezia decided to write a series of books using the information she had learned in her studies and therapy to bring to light some of these seldom discussed family dynamics.
Don't wait, just click the purple microphone below to go listen now and hear her story in Kezia's own words.
Enjoy,
Dianne
Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt
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Manic Monday TikTok Vlog
How about some family jokes inspired by today's podcast guests.
Q: What is the difference between a goo mom and a great one?
A: A Good moms let you lick the mixer's beaters when she's baking, a great mom turn it off first.
Q: Why is your dad so sad?
A: He told mom he wanted to see us every other weekend, but then mom reminded him are still married and has to see us every day.
Q: Why are computers so smart?
A: They are all directed by a motherboard.
Paster: Billy, do you say a prayer at home before eating?
Billy: No, sir. We don't have to, my mom's a good cook.
Q: Why do mama kangaroos hate when it rains?
A: Because their kids have to play inside.
Billy: Dad, I'll make you a deal. For just $20, I’ll be good.
Dad: Oh, yeah? When I was your age, I was good for nothing.
Q: What three words can solve all of Dad’s problems?
A: “Go ask your mother.”
Q: Mom, what’s it like to have the best daughter in the world?
A: I don’t know, darling. I’ll have to ask my mom and get back to you.
And last but not least . . .
Dad: Tony, do you think I am a bad father?
Son: For the millionth time, Dad, my name is Billy.
PLEASE HELP this single mother and her daughters get a new roof for their home. Visit the GoFundMe page by clicking the image to the left and read their heartbreaking story, how the insurance system failed this mother and her girls. They have been struggling with this since 2018 and this needs to stop!
Ashley did everything right and has been punished for years for the bad acts of others. Help and her daughters get back into a healthy and safe home. Please read their story, donate if you can, share their fundraiser with others, and pray for them if you do that.
If every person who has viewed this fundraiser had donated just $5, this family would be able to replace their roof SIX TIMES by now. Just a $5 donation when added to the $5 donations of thousands of other people, can change this family's life! Please be part of the solution to help this family finally move on from this devastating reality.
April/May Issue on Sale NOW only $2.99
Going forward, Book Banter Magazine will be published every other month beginning in February - December to coincide with the Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt - Book Talk Podcast broadcasting seasons. We will also have the Year End Book Buying Guide in November for holiday shopping with every author guest from the current season. Follow us on social media to stay up to date on all our coming issues. Click the cover to read a sample of the latest issue.
Follow us on Facebook: @BurckhardtBooks and @DianneBurckhardt.Author
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The Into the West Saga Serial is Complete!
Check out the award-winning, historical fiction, family saga, Into the West Saga Serial. All the books, one through seven, are available now on Amazon. Click the phto above for more information or click here to order your copy of each of the seven novellas in this serial today or you can read them all for free with Kindle Unlimited.
Listen to our podcast, Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt, every Wednesday. Check your favorite podcast provider for listings.
Listen to Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt on These Featured Podcast Providers:
Amazon Music and more
You can even just ask Siri or Alexa to play Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt Podcast and hear the latest episode!
You can also search on Amazon in any country for Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt and it will bring up our podcast.
Burckhardt Books Pages:
Members Only Page (Join FREE and get access to exclusive content, lots of freebies, and listen to our Book Banter Interview Archive)
Manic Monday Vlogs on TikTok
About Dianne:
Dianne Burckhardt, Award-Winning Indie Author
Want to know more about the host of Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt? Check out Episode 1: Who Am I?
What is a Chiari Malformation, a Syrinx (Syringomyelia), and Hydrocephalus?
The Mutant Chronicles video diaries on TikTok
Support Us:
It's even easier now to support Burckhardt Books and our Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt podcast, many options are no cost to you. Click here for more information.
Support Our Book Banter Buddies (2024 Guest Interviews):
* Special Episode January 10th, 2024 Celebrating Our 100th Broadcast *
Special Guest: Pedro (P.R.) Burckhardt
Producer for Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt Podcast and Book Banter Magazine
Season Three April/May Episodes:
April 3rd, S3 EP112: Interracial Romance NOW STREAMING
Khushi T. Saha, Author of the Unraveled Duet romance set.
Khushi on Facebook
April 10th, S3 EP113: Fiction NOW STREAMING
Boo Trundle, Author of The Daughter Ship
April 17th, S3 EP114: Thriller NOW STREAMING
A. J. Landau, Author of Leave No Trace
A. J. Landau's Listing on MacmiIlan Publishers
April 24th, S3 EP115: Cookbook NOW STREAMING
Nandita Godbole, Author of Masaleydaar: Classic Indian Spice Blends
May 1st, S3 EP116: Science Fiction NOW STREAMING
N. Joseph Glass, Author of Overlap: The Lives of a Former Time Jumper
May 8th, S3 EP117: Family Drama NOW STREAMING
Kezia Kos, Author of Kintsugi
Kezia 's Website
May 15th, S3 EP118: Espionage Thriller
Robert Hilliard, Author of In Freedom's Shadow
May 22nd, S3 EP119: Epic Fantasy
Ulff Lehmann. Author of the Light in the Dark Series
May 29th, S3 EP120: Cyber Security
Theresa Payton, Author of Manipulated: Inside the Cyberwar to Hijack Elections and Distort the Truth
May 1, 2024
Book Banter S3 EP 116: N. Joseph Glass Interview
Hello My Happy People,
Today I talk with the wonderful sci-fi author, N. Joseph Glass (Joseph). Like Dianne, Joseph is an American expat in Europe. He is an Italian American currently living in Milan, Italy. In recent years, he has devoted his time, along with his two grown sons, to helping the refugee community in Italy. When not focused on his humanitarian efforts, Joseph fills his free time reading and with his more recent exploration into creative writing.
Joseph has always been fascinated by stories that ignite his imagination. By his own admission, Joseph acknowledges that his move into creative writing was not planned, but rather just happened. What started off as a hobby, evolved into credible works in progress. In 2022, Joseph published Colony’s Dawn: Book One of the New Europa Trilogy . This series has received glowing reviews as well as a few accolades, including a Readers’ Favorite 5 Star Seal for Best Science Fiction audiobook of 2023.
With his first steps into publishing being so well received, it is not surprising to find his latest book, Overlap: The Lives of a Former Time Jumper had earned him another Readers’ Favorite 5 Star Seal as well as a Literary Titan Award.
Don't wait, go listen to this incredible author's interview now. Just click the purple microphone to listen in.
Enjoy,
Dianne
Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt
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Manic Monday TikTok Vlog
How about some time travel jokes inspired by today's podcast guests.
Q: How do you know when a time traveler is hungry?
A: They will go back four seconds.
Q: What happens if Doctor Who goes back in time and meets himself?
A: It creates a pair o' docs.
Q: Do you know that guy from the time travelers club?
A: Yes, we go back years!
Doctor: I understand you believe you can see the future. When did this start?
Patient: Next Tuesday at 3 pm.
Q: I heard you were addicted to time travel, is that true?
A: I was, but that's all in the past now.
Q. Have you thought about taking up time travel?
A. Yes, but I'm not sure there's any future in it.
Q: Can you tell us a time travel joke?
A: I can but you didn't laugh at it.
And last but not least . . .
Q: Did you invent a machine to bring back herbs from the future?
A: Yes, I call it a thyme machine.
PLEASE HELP this single mother and her daughters get a new roof for their home. Visit the GoFundMe page by clicking the image to the left and read their heartbreaking story, how the insurance system failed this mother and her girls. They have been struggling with this since 2018 and this needs to stop!
Ashley did everything right and has been punished for years for the bad acts of others. Help and her daughters get back into a healthy and safe home. Please read their story, donate if you can, share their fundraiser with others, and pray for them if you do that.
If every person who has viewed this fundraiser had donated just $5, this family would be able to replace their roof SIX TIMES by now. Just a $5 donation when added to the $5 donations of thousands of other people, can change this family's life! Please be part of the solution to help this family finally move on from this devastating reality.
April/May Issue on Sale NOW only $2.99
Going forward, Book Banter Magazine will be published every other month beginning in February - December to coincide with the Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt - Book Talk Podcast broadcasting seasons. We will also have the Year End Book Buying Guide in November for holiday shopping with every author guest from the current season. Follow us on social media to stay up to date on all our coming issues. Click the cover to read a sample of the latest issue.
Follow us on Facebook: @BurckhardtBooks and @DianneBurckhardt.Author
^ ^ Click image to read a sample of the latest issue ^ ^
The Into the West Saga Serial is Complete!
Check out the award-winning, historical fiction, family saga, Into the West Saga Serial. All the books, one through seven, are available now on Amazon. Click the phto above for more information or click here to order your copy of each of the seven novellas in this serial today or you can read them all for free with Kindle Unlimited.
Listen to our podcast, Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt, every Wednesday. Check your favorite podcast provider for listings.
Listen to Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt on These Featured Podcast Providers:
Amazon Music and more
You can even just ask Siri or Alexa to play Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt Podcast and hear the latest episode!
You can also search on Amazon in any country for Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt and it will bring up our podcast.
Burckhardt Books Pages:
Members Only Page (Join FREE and get access to exclusive content, lots of freebies, and listen to our Book Banter Interview Archive)
Manic Monday Vlogs on TikTok
About Dianne:
Dianne Burckhardt, Award-Winning Indie Author
Want to know more about the host of Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt? Check out Episode 1: Who Am I?
What is a Chiari Malformation, a Syrinx (Syringomyelia), and Hydrocephalus?
The Mutant Chronicles video diaries on TikTok
Support Us:
It's even easier now to support Burckhardt Books and our Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt podcast, many options are no cost to you. Click here for more information.
Support Our Book Banter Buddies (2024 Guest Interviews):
* Special Episode January 10th, 2024 Celebrating Our 100th Broadcast *
Special Guest: Pedro (P.R.) Burckhardt
Producer for Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt Podcast and Book Banter Magazine
Season Three April/May Episodes:
April 3rd, S3 EP112: Interracial Romance NOW STREAMING
Khushi T. Saha, Author of the Unraveled Duet romance set.
Khushi on Facebook
April 10th, S3 EP113: Fiction NOW STREAMING
Boo Trundle, Author of The Daughter Ship
April 17th, S3 EP114: Thriller NOW STREAMING
A. J. Landau, Author of Leave No Trace
A. J. Landau's Listing on MacmiIlan Publishers
April 24th, S3 EP115: Cookbook NOW STREAMING
Nandita Godbole, Author of Masaleydaar: Classic Indian Spice Blends
May 1st, S3 EP116: Science Fiction NOW STREAMING
N. Joseph Glass, Author of Overlap: The Lives of a Former Time Jumper
May 8th, S3 EP117: Family Drama
Kezia Kos, Author of Kintsugi
Kezia 's Website
May 15th, S3 EP118: Espionage Thriller
Robert Hilliard, Author of In Freedom's Shadow
May 22nd, S3 EP119: Epic Fantasy
Ulff Lehmann. Author of the Light in the Dark Series
May 29th, S3 EP120: Cyber Security
Theresa Payton, Author of Manipulated: Inside the Cyberwar to Hijack Elections and Distort the Truth
April 24, 2024
Book Banter S3 EP 115: Nandita Godbole Interview
Hello My Happy People,
Today I am thrilled to bring another amazing cookbook author to all of you. Nandita Godbole has reinvented herself many times. She has been a botanist and a landscape architect, but family influence finally won out as she followed in the footsteps of many others in her family and ventured into the kitchen with a new purpose.
Nowadays you can find Nandita either in the kitchen creating new and wonderful recipes or in her potter’s shed creating beautiful dishes to display her creations on. For many, being a personal chef and a potter would be enough to focus on, but Nandita found more creative outlets to explore.
To fulfill her creative side, she explores art in many forms including being an artist, a graphic designer, a poet, and an author with several published works which include fiction as well as several cookbooks. She also creates and sells spice blends from her website Curry Cravings™ Kitchen and according to her, she is an eternal dreamer.
Nandita writes books with the intention to bring greater awareness to the general public about traditional Indian food and show others just how easy it can be to create amazing, delicious, and healthy dishes. Just don’t let her website name fool you, you will not find a recipe for a “curry” in any of her cookbooks. What you will find is an amazing collection of recipes for kormas, stews, and saucy dishes which are often referred to as “curries” in many restaurants.
Nandita's work has brought her a lot of attention from numerous publications and broadcasters. She has appeared in Eater, The Washington Post, The Boston Globe, The Food Network, Epicurious, and Healthline just to name a few. Now she is on Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt - Book Talk Podcast so she can share her knowledge with all of you.
So don't wait, click the purple microphone above and go listen now!
Enjoy,
Dianne
Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt
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Manic Monday TikTok Vlog
How about some cooking jokes inspired by today's podcast guests.
Q: Why can you never keep secrets from a bottle of wine?
A: Because it eventually hears everything through the grapevine.
Q: What folk singer to pickles love?
A: Bob Dill-lan.
Q: Why do cheeses never worry ?
A: Because they believe everything’s gonna brie all right.
Q: Why are some herbs expensive?
A: Because thyme is money.
Q: Why was the spice shaker arrested?
A: For a-salt.
Q: Why does a tortilla never ask for help?
A: Because it’s nacho problem.
Q: Have you heard the weather forecast for Mexico?
A: It’s chili today, hot tamale.
Q: How do tomatoes say goodbye in Italy?
A: Pasta la vista, baby!
Q: Why did the pickle get the best table in the restaurant?
A: Because he’s kind of a big dill.
Q: How do you know green tea leaves are grateful?
A: They always say “Thank you very matcha.”
And last but not least . . .
Q: The police found a body floating in a bathtub full of milk.
A: They suspect a cereal killer.
PLEASE HELP this single mother and her daughters get a new roof for their home. Visit the GoFundMe page by clicking the image to the left and read their heartbreaking story, how the insurance system failed this mother and her girls. They have been struggling with this since 2018 and this needs to stop!
Ashley did everything right and has been punished for years for the bad acts of others. Help and her daughters get back into a healthy and safe home. Please read their story, donate if you can, share their fundraiser with others, and pray for them if you do that.
If every person who has viewed this fundraiser had donated just $5, this family would be able to replace their roof SIX TIMES by now. Just a $5 donation when added to the $5 donations of thousands of other people, can change this family's life! Please be part of the solution to help this family finally move on from this devastating reality.
April/May Issue on Sale NOW only $2.99
Going forward, Book Banter Magazine will be published every other month beginning in February - December to coincide with the Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt - Book Talk Podcast broadcasting seasons. We will also have the Year End Book Buying Guide in November for holiday shopping with every author guest from the current season. Follow us on social media to stay up to date on all our coming issues. Click the cover to read a sample of the latest issue.
Follow us on Facebook: @BurckhardtBooks and @DianneBurckhardt.Author
^ ^ Click image to read a sample of the latest issue ^ ^
The Into the West Saga Serial is Complete!
Check out the award-winning, historical fiction, family saga, Into the West Saga Serial. All the books, one through seven, are available now on Amazon. Click the phto above for more information or click here to order your copy of each of the seven novellas in this serial today or you can read them all for free with Kindle Unlimited.
Listen to our podcast, Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt, every Wednesday. Check your favorite podcast provider for listings.
Listen to Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt on These Featured Podcast Providers:
Amazon Music and more
You can even just ask Siri or Alexa to play Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt Podcast and hear the latest episode!
You can also search on Amazon in any country for Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt and it will bring up our podcast.
Burckhardt Books Pages:
Members Only Page (Join FREE and get access to exclusive content, lots of freebies, and listen to our Book Banter Interview Archive)
Manic Monday Vlogs on TikTok
About Dianne:
Dianne Burckhardt, Award-Winning Indie Author
Want to know more about the host of Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt? Check out Episode 1: Who Am I?
What is a Chiari Malformation, a Syrinx (Syringomyelia), and Hydrocephalus?
The Mutant Chronicles video diaries on TikTok
Support Us:
It's even easier now to support Burckhardt Books and our Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt podcast, many options are no cost to you. Click here for more information.
Support Our Book Banter Buddies (2024 Guest Interviews):
* Special Episode January 10th, 2024 Celebrating Our 100th Broadcast *
Special Guest: Pedro (P.R.) Burckhardt
Producer for Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt Podcast and Book Banter Magazine
Season Three April/May Episodes:
April 3rd, S3 EP112: Interracial Romance NOW STREAMING
Khushi T. Saha, Author of the Unraveled Duet romance set.
Khushi on Facebook
April 10th, S3 EP113: Fiction NOW STREAMING
Boo Trundle, Author of The Daughter Ship
April 17th, S3 EP114: Thriller NOW STREAMING
A. J. Landau, Author of Leave No Trace
A. J. Landau's Listing on MacmiIlan Publishers
April 24th, S3 EP115: Cookbook NOW STREAMING
Nandita Godbole, Author of Masaleydaar: Classic Indian Spice Blends
May 1st, S3 EP116: Science Fiction
N. Joseph Glass, Author of Overlap: The Lives of a Former Time Jumper
May 8th, S3 EP117: Family Drama
Kezia Kos, Author of Kintsugi
Kezia 's Website
May 15th, S3 EP118: Espionage Thriller
Robert Hilliard, Author of In Freedom's Shadow
May 22nd, S3 EP119: Epic Fantasy
Ulff Lehmann. Author of the Light in the Dark Series
May 29th, S3 EP120: Cyber Security
Theresa Payton, Author of Manipulated: Inside the Cyberwar to Hijack Elections and Distort the Truth
April 19, 2024
Boost Your Creative Spirit with These Simple Strategies
Photo via Freepik
Blog post by guest contributor, Cody McBride
In a world saturated with routine, rediscovering your creative spark isn't just refreshing—it's essential. Whether you’re an author, a visual artist, a musician, or a baker, finding the mental energy to do what you love can be pivotal when it comes to taking care of your overall well being. This guide is your beacon to not only reignite that spark but to also nurture it into a blazing fire of innovation and originality. Let's embark on this transformative journey together, where your creativity knows no bounds.
Reinvigorating your creativity might mean embarking on a new career journey. Engaging in online IT programs is a key to success and allows you to balance work with acquiring new, relevant skills in fields like information technology and cybersecurity. This transition not only refreshes your creative spirit but also opens doors to new challenges and opportunities, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter in your professional life.
Before embarking on a quest for a new position that aligns with your creative passions, it's imperative to craft a stellar and professional-looking resume. Leveraging free tools can facilitate this process by offering a library of professionally designed templates while saving you money on design services. You can personalize these templates with your own copy, photos, colors, and images, ensuring your resume not only showcases your talents but also mirrors your unique creative identity. This approach sets the groundwork for pursuing opportunities that truly resonate with your aspirations.
Exploring various art forms and creative practices can dramatically expand your creative horizon. By venturing into unfamiliar territories like painting, pottery, or poetry, you not only challenge your existing skill set but also stimulate your brain in new ways. This exploration can reveal hidden talents and foster a broader perspective, enriching your creative endeavors.
Immersing yourself in a wide range of literature exposes you to diverse ideas , styles, and worldviews. Each book acts as a window into a different realm, offering unique insights and inspirations. Fiction or non-fiction, the stories and concepts you encounter can serve as a springboard for your own creative ideas, encouraging you to think outside the box.
Embracing risk is pivotal in pushing the boundaries of creativity. Stepping beyond the familiar and conventional can lead to groundbreaking discoveries and innovations. By daring to explore new ideas and embrace the unknown, you cultivate an environment where creativity can flourish unbounded, leading to truly remarkable outcomes.
Staying present and mindful of the world around you is a rich source of inspiration . Observing the nuances of your surroundings and reflecting on your experiences can spark creative ideas. This practice helps infuse your work with authenticity and depth, making your creative output more relatable and impactful.
A curious mind is the bedrock of creativity. By constantly questioning and seeking to understand the world around you, you unlock a wellspring of ideas and inspiration. This relentless pursuit of knowledge and understanding propels you towards innovative solutions and creative breakthroughs, ensuring your growth never stagnates.
Creating a dedicated, distraction-free workspace is essential for nurturing your creativity. A well-organized and clutter-free environment promotes mental clarity and focus, essential for the free flow of creative ideas. This sanctuary becomes a place where your thoughts can roam freely, unencumbered by the chaos of everyday life, allowing you to produce your best work.
Rekindling your creative flame is a journey of exploration, risk-taking, and mindful observation. By embracing these practices, you're not just enhancing your creativity; you're setting the stage for a life filled with innovation, satisfaction, and unparalleled growth. Let this guide be your compass as you navigate the vast seas of creativity, always moving towards brighter, more inventive horizons.
April 17, 2024
Book Banter S3 EP 114: A. J. Landau Team Interview
Hello My Happy People,
Today I bring you my first ever writing team interview. While I have interviewed people who write with a partner, I have never interviewed both authors in the same interview. It was so much fun talking with Jeff Ayers and Jon Land that I may have to reconsider and do more of these multi-author interviews.
Both men were both accomplished writing professionals long before they joined forces to create the unique and masterfully crafted thriller, Leave No Trace , the first in a new series under their pseudonym, A. J. Landau. If you are blessed to spend any time at all speaking with this talented duo, it is easy to see how they complement each other in style, knowledge, and mutual admiration.
Jeff Ayers worked as a reference librarian for nearly 30 years while pursuing his own writing career as a freelance writer and reviewer, for which he earned honors such as Fiction Reviewer of the Year. During his career Jeff had the opportunity to interview such notable authors as Dan Brown and James Patterson, among others.
One of Jeff’s more notable solo works is Voyages of Imagination: The Star Trek Fiction Companion . To prepare to write this compendium, Jeff read more than 550 novels and interviewed more than 350 people connected to the Star Trek franchise, including William Shatner. Jeff also helps to promote other authors and the thriller genre as Co-Executive Director of ThrillerFest, an annual conference for the International Thriller Writers.
Jon Land has been a noted author since the 1980s with more than 60 books to his credit. While best known for his long and respected career as a thriller writer, Jon has produced a variety of work from award-winning nonfiction to a screenwriting credit for the film Dirty Deeds.
Besides his own well-established thrillers including his Caitlin Strong series and Blain McCracken series, Jon also took a turn writing several books in the Murder, She Wrote series based on the TV show of the same name.
While Jon has built an amazing and respected career as a solo author, he also has previous experience writing as part of a bestselling author team. In 2017, Jon published a sci-fi novel, The Rising , with co-author Heather Graham.
Listening to the men talk about their working relationship, it is easy to understand how this writing team works so well together. The mutual admiration the pair has for what the other brings to the process is obvious. Jon speaks in a more energetic voice that easily conveys his excitement when talking about their differing writing processes and inspirations. Jeff has a more quietly amused tone and jumps into the conversation to give background and supportive context to the conversation.
Both men are quick to compliment the other for what they bring to the partnership. The true friendship between these men is clearly evident. Their thriller, Leave No Trace has received numerous impressive recommendations from a host of bestselling authors. such as Michael Connelly, Brad Meltzer, Lisa Gardner, Karin Slaughter, and more.
The resounding opinion seems to be that if you like thrillers, Leave No Trace is a must read and their interview will only make you want to go pick up this book even more! So don't wait, click the purple microphone below and go listen now.
Jeff Ayers on Amazon Jon Land on Amazon
Jeff on Facebook Jon on Facebook
Leave No Trace on Macmillan Jon's Website
Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt
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Manic Monday TikTok Vlog
How about some camping jokes inspired by today's podcast guests.
Q: What is better than giving a man a fish?
A: Teaching him to fish! Give him a fish and you feed him for a day, but teach a man to fish and you get rid of him for the whole weekend!
Q: Why did the stressed camper decide to pack up and go home?
A: Because the holiday turned out to be two in tents.
Q: What is a tree’s favorite beverage?
A: Root beer.
Q: What does Winnie the Pooh go camping in?
A: A Winnebago.
Q: Why do trees have so many friends?
A: They like to branch out.
Q: What kind of shoes does Kermit wear to go camping?
A: He prefers open toad shoes.
Q: Why didn’t the elephant take a backpack on his camping trip?
A: Because he already packed his trunk!
Q: What music should you listen to while driving a camper through frozen rain?
A: Van Hailin’.
Q: What did the elephants wear to the lake?
A: Swimming trunks!
Q: What do bears call campers in thermal sleeping bags?
A: Burr-eatos.
Q: Where does Kermit keep his money?
A: In the river bank!
Q: How do trees access the internet?
A: They log in.
Q: Why did the hunter take his electric car camping?
A: Because it needed to recharge.
Q: How can a camper tell if a tree is a dogwood?
A: By its bark.
Q: How did the hunter know the lake was friendly?
A: It always waves at him.
And last but not least . . .
Q: Why did the hunter have to cancel his camping trip?
A: He went to go buy a new camouflage hunting blind but didn’t see one anywhere.
PLEASE HELP this single mother and her daughters get a new roof for their home. Visit the GoFundMe page by clicking the image to the left and read their heartbreaking story, how the insurance system failed this mother and her girls. They have been struggling with this since 2018 and this needs to stop!
Ashley did everything right and has been punished for years for the bad acts of others. Help and her daughters get back into a healthy and safe home. Please read their story, donate if you can, share their fundraiser with others, and pray for them if you do that.
If every person who has viewed this fundraiser had donated just $5, this family would be able to replace their roof SIX TIMES by now. Just a $5 donation when added to the $5 donations of thousands of other people, can change this family's life! Please be part of the solution to help this family finally move on from this devastating reality.
April/May Issue on Sale NOW only $2.99
Going forward, Book Banter Magazine will be published every other month beginning in February - December to coincide with the Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt - Book Talk Podcast broadcasting seasons. We will also have the Year End Book Buying Guide in November for holiday shopping with every author guest from the current season. Follow us on social media to stay up to date on all our coming issues. Click the cover to read a sample of the latest issue.
Follow us on Facebook: @BurckhardtBooks and @DianneBurckhardt.Author
^ ^ Click image to read a sample of the latest issue ^ ^
The Into the West Saga Serial is Complete!
Check out the award-winning, historical fiction, family saga, Into the West Saga Serial. All the books, one through seven, are available now on Amazon. Click the phto above for more information or click here to order your copy of each of the seven novellas in this serial today or you can read them all for free with Kindle Unlimited.
Listen to our podcast, Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt, every Wednesday. Check your favorite podcast provider for listings.
Listen to Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt on These Featured Podcast Providers:
Amazon Music and more
You can even just ask Siri or Alexa to play Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt Podcast and hear the latest episode!
You can also search on Amazon in any country for Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt and it will bring up our podcast.
Burckhardt Books Pages:
Members Only Page (Join FREE and get access to exclusive content, lots of freebies, and listen to our Book Banter Interview Archive)
Manic Monday Vlogs on TikTok
About Dianne:
Dianne Burckhardt, Award-Winning Indie Author
Want to know more about the host of Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt? Check out Episode 1: Who Am I?
What is a Chiari Malformation, a Syrinx (Syringomyelia), and Hydrocephalus?
The Mutant Chronicles video diaries on TikTok
Support Us:
It's even easier now to support Burckhardt Books and our Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt podcast, many options are no cost to you. Click here for more information.
Support Our Book Banter Buddies (2024 Guest Interviews):
* Special Episode January 10th, 2024 Celebrating Our 100th Broadcast *
Special Guest: Pedro (P.R.) Burckhardt
Producer for Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt Podcast and Book Banter Magazine
Season Three April/May Episodes:
April 3rd, S3 EP112: Interracial Romance NOW STREAMING
Khushi T. Saha, Author of the Unraveled Duet romance set.
Khushi on Facebook
April 10th, S3 EP113: Fiction NOW STREAMING
Boo Trundle, Author of The Daughter Ship
April 17th, S3 EP114: Thriller NOW STREAMING
A. J. Landau, Author of Leave No Trace
A. J. Landau's Listing on MacmiIlan Publishers
April 24th, S3 EP115: Cookbook
Nandita Godbole, Author of Masaleydaar: Classic Indian Spice Blends
May 1st, S3 EP116: Science Fiction
N. Joseph Glass, Author of Overlap: The Lives of a Former Time Jumper
May 8th, S3 EP117: Family Drama
Kezia Kos, Author of Kintsugi
Kezia 's Website
May 15th, S3 EP118: Espionage Thriller
Robert Hilliard, Author of In Freedom's Shadow
May 22nd, S3 EP119: Epic Fantasy
Ulff Lehmann. Author of the Light in the Dark Series
May 29th, S3 EP120: Cyber Security
Theresa Payton, Author of Manipulated: Inside the Cyberwar to Hijack Elections and Distort the Truth
April 10, 2024
Book Banter S3 EP 113: Boo Trundle Interview
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Hello My Happy People,
Today I am sharing with you the amazing interview I had with author Boo Trundle. We had a very deep discussion about the introspective process behind writing books, fiction or nonfiction, that the author puts so much of themselves into the work and how it can affect not only the author but those around them.
It has been said that there are no more original stories, only retellings. Boo not only defies that notion with her book, The Daughter Ship , but completely blows it out of the water. Her story of a wife and mother struggling with mental illness gives an incredibly unique take on the way people cope with inner demons.
While it is often common practice for writers to describe characters such as Boo Trundle’s Katherine as using different methods to suppress disturbing thoughts and emotions, readers would be hard pressed to find another work where they were quite literally trapped in a submerged submarine.
While The Daughter Ship is Boo’s first published novel, with her creative past, it is easy to understand how she would have the skills and experience to craft such an imaginative and engaging book. Boo is not only a writer and an author but she is also an artist and a performer. Don't wait ... go listen to her interview now and hear all the details from the author herself.
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How about some underwater jokes inspired by today's podcast guest.
Q: How advanced are the crews on a submarine?
A: Their pride runs very deep!
Q: Did you hear the navy now has working dogs on submarines?
A: They're sub-woofers.
Q: Did you hear about the submarine manufacturing industry?
A: It has really taken a dive.
Q: What kinds of grades did the submarine get at school?
A: Try as he might he couldn't get above c-level.
Q: Why do you want to quit your job on a submarine?
A: It's so stressful, I'm always under a lot of pressure.
Q: Is it true we all have a submarine in our heads?
A: Yes, it's called the sub-conscious.
Q: Why did you trash the wooden submarine you carved?
A: It looked good but it just didn't go down so well.
Q. How do you sink a submarine full of imbeciles?
A: Easy, just knock on the door.
Q: Did you get fired from your job as a submarine pilot?
A: Yes, and I just don't get it. My performance reviews always said my work was sub-standard!
And last but not least . . .
Q: Why did the car company stop trying to make a submersible car?
A: Because it kept surfacing too quickly and the drivers kept getting the Mercedes-Bends.
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Nandita Godbole, Author of Masaleydaar: Classic Indian Spice Blends
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N. Joseph Glass, Author of Overlap: The Lives of a Former Time Jumper
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Robert Hilliard, Author of In Freedom's Shadow
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