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Mercedes Fox Interviewing Angel M.B. Chadwick

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Interviewing Author Ronald Walker

Hi, Ronald!

Introduce yourself to our lovely audience.





Hi, Angel!

My name is Ron. I am an author. As a writer, I look upon the fundamental acknowledgments that could evolve through inspired, and easy reading. I know, if done rewardingly, it could be an uplift into the many realms of love, joy, friendship, growth, and opportunity. I like to write small books. Some that’s inspiring, some that’s comical, some that’s romantic, some that’s poetic, a lot that’s easy reading, a lot that are series. Don’t get me wrong. I am also inclined to big book. My goal, through this endeavor? I don’t want take up too much of your time, but for the time that I do take up, I hope that you could have a good time. My opinion, sometimes the quality of good books are sometimes small books that could broaden your arisen to the many appreciations of life, and give you more of the means to apply yourself to them. Through this means, I hope that I could further inspire you to the fundamentals, and inspiring acknowledgments evolving from inspiring, and easy reading.





1.Tell us a little about yourself and your latest novel.


Tell y’all a little about myself?

A little about myself? Well---. I kind of low keyed. I like to be nice, inspiring and somewhat humorous. I like to present those perceptions from serene perspectives. A lot of people call that being cool, some call it trying to be cool. I just like to acknowledge states that’s settling, and yet again, inspiring, and rewarding to affiliating.


Tell you a little about my latest novel?

About my latest novel? (Laughing) Novel, or should you ask me novels? (Again Laughing) I’m sorry. Please, don’t get me wrong. I am an author of light, inspiring comedy, romance, poetry, and short stories. I write small books that are series. I stayed out of writing for some time evolving around some health issues. When I felt that I was again applicable in that endeavor, I stayed out for about a year just writing, and establishing to make up for the time that I lost. Presently, I have six books that I practically put out simultaneously that are series, and one that’s somewhat of a fundamental perception of poetry, and short stories. That book being somewhat fundamental, I don’t know what it will inspire me to do, or from acknowledgments evolving around intimacy will incline me to want to do about it.


2. What inspired you to be a writer and to get into indie publishing? How long have you been writing? How long have you been published as an indie author?

What inspired me to be a writer?

I think that it’s the same thang that made a lot of people first start writing. I scratched the surface of creating writing when I was in the fifth grade. I had a cutie who was kind of well-known around the school. She had a little rep. I had a little rep. When we got together, we were a whole--- lot of rep. The thing, during that stage in my life, a lot of people was always writing poems to fascinate their girlfriend. It appeared, if you didn’t get into the flow of that thing, you were out of the flow of a lot of things. When it was her, I real-----ly kept in the flow of a lot of things. I guess from the acknowledgments of it, it’s just something that stayed with me.

How long have I been published as an indie author?

Within applicable standards, I guess about a year.


3. Who are your writing mentors/authors? What genres do you enjoy writing and what genres do you like to read? Are you an avid reader/reviewer of other authors?

Who are my writing mentors/ authors?

I never really thought about that. Presently, I really don’t know if I have any. I respect a lot of writers. I have appeal for the inspirational writers who install the abilities within you from the wondrous of wanting to be applicable. I also have appeal for the writers who install within you the cultivating implications of applications.

What genres do I enjoy writing & and reading?

Mostly, I enjoy reading, and writing light, inspiring comedies, romance, poetry, and short stories. My opinion, If I can’t branch out from the domestic plane, I can’t advance through the outer planes.


Am I an avid reader/reviewer of other authors?

Acknowledging the word, avid, that meaning is also defined as very eager or enthusiastic. If you are asking me if I’m a very very very very very very very very very very very enthusiastic reader, the answer is no. I’m a very, very enthusiastic reader. I enjoy it, and I hope that I could establish myself on very successful planes evolving from the requirements of my endeavors.

In regards to being a reviewer of other authors?

I’m also trying to be that. I’m trying to be versatile regarding my affiliations of establishing through that endeavor. Just for just starting out? I would like to be doing reviews in the genres that I’m presently working in, and the acknowledgment that the word volume would only be to a certain length. That would give me the appreciation of being able to give good, and honest reviews, which I know is important to the author, and wouldn’t be a burden on my time to pursue my endeavors as an author, knowing that my social affiliations are very essential acknowledgments towards those applications.



4. Have you ever co-wrote or consider collaborating or co-writing with anyone on a writing project?

Have I ever co-written?

No. I haven’t.




Have I considered collaborating, or co-writing with anyone on a writing project?

I told you that I took a year off just to get back into the wondrous of creative writing. The collaboration materials, I have them. Lots of them. From either perspective, it’s just that the acknowledgments of the right means, (people, coinciding), and time to make the events rewarding, and applicable.


5. What are your dreams and aspirations that could drive you forward on this writing and publication journey?

What are my dreams & aspirations?

It might sound corny. The actuality of it? The reality of it? We consistently apply ourselves to let us keep in tune to the facts, and to let everybody know, that it never really is corny. (laughing) I’ll tell it to you in a way that any smart, dumb, white, black, yellow, green, red, purple, and blue person unconsciously, and consciously knows, accepts, and understand. It’s just that real, and plainly simple. “Life, love, liberty, and the pursues of happiness.”


6. Do you prefer to do marketing and promotion yourself for your works or would you rather have someone else control that spectrum? What are some of the things you have done to promote and market yourself?

Do I prefer to do the marketing & promotion myself?

I like to be acknowledgeable about the requirements. When it’s your love, and money, nobody wants to be dumb. To some degree, I probably would like to do some of it. I would appreciate the loves of it more if I could put it in dependable hands.

What have I done to promote, and market?

There’s so---- many different conceptions out there, and people making more. I can say that I am trying to do everything that I could to make my books commendably acknowledged.


7. What is your greatest accomplishment as an author?

What is my greatest accomplishment as an author?

They say that you have to go through the process of crawling before you can walk. In that area, I feel that I have been fortunate. I was a member of various poetry websites. I admit, through a lot of them, I was affiliating with a lot of very nice, and inspiring people. With two of the websites, I’ve had some of my writings published on six different occasions. I never got paid for it. The love of it was becoming noticed through publications. It’s been so long, I hope that I’ve got the names right. I think that one was called The International Society Of American Poets. I had three poems published by them. The other was, I can’t remember the name, but the owner of the website, and the books that they are established under are correlated by Howard Ely. I had two poems that were published under his publications. One, twice.


8. What's the next writing project(s) you're working on?

What is the next writing project that I’m working on.

I’ve done touch ups on some of the follow ups of the publications that are already published.

Also, I’ve been wondering. (Always hopeful to inspired perceptions), They tell you from certain perspectives that too much of anything is not good for you. The way that I’ve been feeling intuitionally battered over my head, I might consider giving it a try. I’ve got a book that I have been feeling somewhat skeptical about to apply for application. Ethnically speaking, from some perspectives, it could be acknowledged as a spin off from some of the publications that are already established. From others perspectives, it could be considered as another independent affiliation evolving around a conception that’s of a vast project. I don’t know. From various outlooks of acceptances, it might pop up.


9. How would you balance creativity with the business side of writing such as coming up with particular concepts and solutions to stand out amongst the crowd in this writing/publishing industry where 'popularity' is key, if your idea wasn't exactly popular/or was unknown to the readers/publishers?

How would I balance creativity with the business side of writing?

The only things I could say pertaining to that? Everybody has a philosophy, or a conception that’s the root of establishing on the creative plane. It’s the means in which you have established from, and the perception of why you want to achieve. Complimentary, I try to keep focus upon those perceptions, and apply myself through them. That way, when I reach thresholds, I know what I’ve reached them for, and could look further, and apply myself for it, instead of reaching thresholds, and not knowing for what, and then looking feebly where to go. I think that inspiringly, if you keep a hold of your philosophy, or what you could acknowledge as your conceptions, the gateways towards furthering yourself upon the applications of them will productively prevail.




As of coming up with concepts, and solutions to stand out amongst the crowd in this writing/publishing industry where 'popularity' is key, if your idea wasn't exactly popular/or was unknown to the readers/publishers?

What I’ll say about that? The main conception that you have to keep a hold of is that you’re creating, so, you are creativity enhancing. You’re in the mist of origins. When it’s that, it’s got to be thought about vastly. That may be re-establishing through the past realms, the present realms, or establishing a new. In other words, becoming a mainstream. (popularity). You’ve got to try to be sound, and try to vastly perceive on what you want to prevail, and productively try be able to apply yourself to what prevails.

10. Have you ever been traditional published? Would you consider it? Or feel like a sell out if you took a traditional deal and abandoned indie publishing? Have you ever thought about being a hybrid, part indie, part traditional published? How would you feel about such an opportunity, if both or either of these things happened?

(Laughing) No! No! Please, again, don’t get me wrong! I’m a hybrid! I’m proud of it!


11. What other creative talents do you have? Do you draw, sketch, paint, etc.?

What other creative talents do I have?

I truly hope that I have the ability of correlation to creatively enhance. I have some projects that I hope would truly work out. Also, I am into writing song lyrics. Believe it, or not. I am presently working on various songs. I like being versatile. I had one copyrighted. It’s called “Imagination”. I’m trying to find the time to get musicians to create some music for it. After I got more into the setting of that song, I decided to make it a song to be sung by a woman. I would like to give you a few lines from it. I hope you don’t mind.


It was on a pleasant day.

He seemed to have said everything that I wanted him to say.

As time went by I wondered if this could be a game.

I knew after today that things will never be the same.

The way he talked about us was fascination.

I never knew that love could be so inspiring to the imagination.

I asked him if I would give him my heart.

Before I could finish he said love will never apart.


Through imagination he won this heart of mines.

He told me about all the beautiful things that love could find.

I’m glad I could say that me and my man are doing just fine.

He’s everything that love could define.


Oh---. Before we go to the next question, could I try, and secure the heart of lady love? About the song, (Speaking a little louder), don’t worry honey, I’m gifting my dawn. (Dawn, depending on how the word is presented, sometimes, it could present the acknowledgment of extreme emphasis. Dawn means light, you can look it up if wanna).

Oh----, about that other thang? I have another song that’s just---- about completed. It’s called “Smile A Little Longer”, and it’s written to be sung by a man.


12. What advice would you give other aspiring authors?

What advice would I give other aspiring authors?

Though it be from blessing, or skepticism? Establish safe havens. If what you achieve is blessed, you have the means to inspiringly apply yourself towards recuperation, and further development. If there’s complications, you have the serenity to sort out the complications.


13. Describe yourself in a one-sentence epithet.

Describe myself in a one-sentence epithet?

Again, I’m just trying to say it plain, and simple so that anybody can understand, and what I feel that the majority of people wants, knowingly, and unknowingly, and in the same means strive for?

Life, love, liberty, and the pursuits of happiness.

Could I express it from an intimate perspective???

(Speaking Louder). Baby! I’m trying!

14. Paying it forward. What things do you do in your community/ and other communities to help others?

Paying it forward. What things do I do in my community/ and other communities to help others?
I’m still trying to get it right. Believe it or not, I had to leave two churches to see if I can find that outlook where I could feel, and know that it’s complimentary. My present affiliation? it has inspired me a lot. Through the love of believing, I am achieving.



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Interview About "Weeping Well" by Rita Lee Chapman

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Interview with Author/Artist Pamela Allegretto

Pamela Allegretto author/artist


Hi, Pamela!

1.Tell us a little about yourself and your latest novel.


In addition to my current novel, Bridge of sighs and Dreams, my published writing comprises six dual-language poetry books and articles in newspapers, magazines, and Italian literary journals. My published art includes cover art design, illustrations, and cartoons. Thanks to the Internet, my art is viewed and collected worldwide.



Nazi-occupied Rome sets the stage for Bridge of sighs and Dreams, where the lives of two women collide in an arena of deception, greed, and sacrifice.



While political cartoonist Angelina Rosini channels her creativity into the art of survival for herself and her daughter, Lidia Corsini quenches her greed by turning in Jews to the Nazis. Lidia’s spiral into immorality accelerates as swiftly as the Jewish population dwindles; and soon not even her husband, her son, nor Angelina is immune to her madness.



Bridge of sighs and Dreams is a story of betrayal, dignity, and purpose that highlights the brutality toward Italian citizens, under both Mussolini’s Fascist regime and the Nazi occupation, and illustrates the tenacity of the human spirit.



2. What inspired you to be a writer and to get into indie publishing? How long have you been writing? How long have you been published as an indie author?


My fertile imagination inspired me to write stories since grade school. Due to my “controlling” nature, I prefer indie publishing and have been an indie author for a year and a half.


3. Who are your writing mentors/authors? What genres do you enjoy writing and what genres do you like to read? Are you an avid reader/reviewer of other authors?


Alberto Moravia and Elsa Morante have been the most influential authors. I am also a fan of Chekov, Dostoyevsky, Gorky, Donna Leon, and Agatha Christie. My reading and writing preferences are eclectic; however, I have little interest in soppy romance novels, explicit sex novels, or extreme violence. I like well-defined characters and a tight plot. Yes, I am an avid reader, and I only read paper copies. When I have something positive to say, I will review other authors. It’s not in my nature to put out a negative review in the public domain.


4. Have you ever co-wrote or consider collaborating or co-writing with anyone on a writing project?


I co-authored two dual-language (Italian/English) poetry books that were published through a traditional publisher in Italy. I have also contributed to four other dual-language poetry books.


5. What are your dreams and aspirations that could drive you forward on this writing and publication journey?


My desire is to entertain and inform. I want readers to lose themselves in my stories and enjoy and connect with my characters.


6. Do you prefer to do marketing and promotion yourself for your works or would you rather have someone else control that spectrum? What are some of the things you have done to promote and market yourself?


Certainly, marketing can be the least agreeable part of the publishing process. But it needn’t be. There are unlimited websites and groups where authors not only have the opportunity to self-promote but also to connect and form friendships and share ideas with other authors. Goodreads and Facebook are two of my favorite and most lucrative go-to sites for self-promotion. In addition to my personal websites, blogs, FB, Goodreads, and email, I also launched a “snail-mail” postcard campaign. I never leave the house without my business cards and postcards. There are so many opportunities, i.e. dentist’s office, auto repair shop, grocery store line, post office, farmer’s market, etc., where you strike up a conversation that results in an occasion to hand out a postcard.


7. What is your greatest accomplishment as an author?


My novel, Bridge of Sighs and Dreams has been my greatest accomplishment.



8. What's the next writing project(s) you're working on?


I am currently working on a diamond caper that takes place in Venice. I am also considering adding to and publishing my blog, Painting In Italy, which is a guide to painting in Italy for artists who prefer independent travel and off the beaten track locations. I have written 5 children’s stories that I still need to edit and illustrate, and I continue to take on select translation assignments, mostly for Italian poets and musicians.


9. How would you balance creativity with the business side of writing such as coming up with particular concepts and solutions to stand out amongst the crowd in this writing/publishing industry where 'popularity' is key, if your idea wasn't exactly popular/or was unknown to the readers/publishers?


My novel takes place in Nazi-occupied Italy, and there are many layers to the story that should interest a wide variety of readers. Because of these diverse layers, I promote to a wide-range of readers whose interests include: World War II, Fascism, Jewish discrimination, art, artists, Italian history, Roman history, and strong women characters. In fact, it is this last category that is closest to my heart. I felt compelled to write a war novel in which the women don’t play the role of wallpaper or objects of amusement to soldiers and politicians. The women in Bridge of Sighs and Dreams take center stage in a behind-the-lines battle between good and evil.


10. Have you ever been traditional published? Would you consider it? Or feel like a sell out if you took a traditional deal and abandoned indie publishing? Have you ever thought about being a hybrid, part indie, part traditional published? How would you feel about such an opportunity, if both or either of these things happened?


I have had two dual-language poetry books, written in collaboration with Luciano Somma, traditionally published in Italy: L'Alba di Domani (Noialtri Edizioni), and Immagini (Casa Editrice Menna). Certainly, for the prospect of worldwide distribution, I would consider traditional publishing. I did have a movie producer offer to option my novel. However, the necessary cuts and plot changes he proposed to fit his concept and time frame, I felt cut the heart and soul from my story and my characters. I declined.


11. What other creative talents do you have? Do you draw, sketch, paint, etc.?


I’m an artist and work primarily in acrylic on wrapped canvas. I enjoy fusing whimsy with realism; and the variety in my style, medium, and subject reflects a Gemini nature that consistently prods me away from monotony.


12. What advice would you give other aspiring authors?


Keep note pads handy: next to your computer, on your nightstand, in your car, in your purse or backpack. You never know when an idea or a quip will pop into your head. Write it down. Don’t trust that you will remember it in the morning or when you get home or after dinner. You won’t. If you don’t yet have it, pick up a copy of the “writer’s bible”: The Elements of Style by Strunk and White. It’s a little 100-page master-class no author should be without. You can be the greatest storyteller of all times, but if your composition, grammar, tone, style, and punctuation suck, so will your novel.




13. Describe yourself in a one-sentence epithet.


I treat everyone with respect, regardless of his or her ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, or lack of religion.



14. Paying it forward. What things do you do in your community/ and other communities to help others?


I participate in the “Feed the Hungry” program, the local Food Pantry, Meals on Wheels, and the Food Bank. I have been a foster parent through Childreach International for the past 30 years.


Biography:


Pamela Allegretto attended Colorado University Extension in Denver

and later moved to Florence, Italy where she studied art and Italian at L’Università per Gli Stranieri. To finance her education, her job résumé was as colorful as the Renaissance city itself. She shivered as an artist’s model and sang the blues in catacomb nightclubs. She worked as an interpreter/translator for a textile company and hawked leather goods to tourists.
Back on US soil, the colors on her résumé remained vibrant. In addition to Italian teacher at Berlitz School of Languages and a two-year stint as a Playboy Bunny, she added hairdresser/salon owner, to her palette. Classes in writing, cartooning, and art filled whatever free hours remained.
In 1996 Pamela sold the hair salon and moved with her husband to Hawaii, where, for the following ten years, she devoted herself full-time to painting and writing. Now, a resident of Connecticut, Pamela divides her time between painting, writing, and Italian poetry translations.


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Soon To Be Released My Cozy Mysteries

I have up to over forty cozy mysteries I've been writing so far, some of them are part of a series. I grew up on cozy mysteries.

Yes, I know I can write anything :) I'm incapable of writing in singular genres. I guess it's because I like so many different genres and I love lots of variety in my books and also because I get bored very easily and very quickly.

But as always my books will be filled with all sorts of diversity. I will be releasing the first of a few of them before or by the end of this year. So those of you who are in love with the cozy mystery genre, stay tuned. I'll be making announcement of the date of release.

The other three books in the "Weeping Well" series will currently put on hold for now. That's why I wrote "Weeping Well" (Vol. 1) as a standalone. When I write a book as a part of a series, I always write it as a standalone, since I tend to write in several different genres and my brain doesn't just stick to one genre. So right now I'm in cozy mystery mode. Of course, my cozy mysteries will be mixed genres.