Literary Entertainment! Live Author Interviews

Join us for a special episode of Off The Shelf Book sas we sit down with the incredibly talented Lori Keesey! With over 40 years of experience in journalism—writing for newspapers, regional publications, and trade magazines—Lori brings a wealth of insight and storytelling expertise to the conversation.For two decades, she also played a vital role in public outreach at NASA, blending her passion for communication with science and innovation. A proud graduate of the University of Maryland, College Park, Lori holds a B.S. in journalism.Lori is the author of the heartfelt novel Always Think of Me and has published touching short stories like The Note and Robert's Prayer. Don't miss this inspiring books author chat filled with books, stories, entertainment, wisdom, and a behind-the-scenes look at her incredible journey as a writer.

This morning on Off The Shelf, we're thrilled to welcome the multi-talented Bianca Pensy Aba—a storyteller, author, and former basketball star with an incredible journey to share.Born in Yaoundé, Cameroon, Bianca made a bold move to the U.S. at just 18 on a basketball scholarship. From the courts of Tennessee, Arkansas, and Texas, all the way to graduating from Graceland University in Iowa, Bianca's path has been anything but ordinary. But beyond her athletic talent lies a deeper calling—writing.Since childhood, Bianca has dreamed of being an author. Now, she's living that dream and inspiring others along the way. Her powerful books, "52 Weeks: A Party of One" and "Across Both Sides of the Mirror", offer honest, reflective, and deeply personal narratives that resonate with readers around the world.Don't miss this heartfelt and motivational interview! Whether you're a book lover, a dream chaser, or just in need of a dose of inspiration—Bianca's story will move you.Listen in to Off The Shelf Books host, Denise Turney, and Bianca Aba NOW!

Rock n Roll had a rocky start. Get the inside view of the music genre's history, mixed in with exciting mystery, band member conflicts and more! Tune into Off The Shelf now and catch author Rebecca Hendricks share deeper insights on her historical fiction novels “Hound Dogged” and “Hard Dog's Night”. Her writings have won The Book Fest Award for Young Adult Historical Fiction and The Book Fest Award for Young Adult Boys and Men's Fiction. Better yet, middle-aged readers are turning to "Hound Dogged" and “Hard Dog's Night", loving the stories! You don't want to miss this show!

Tune in to the Off The Shelf Books podcast, where military secrets, 1980s hustle, and the creative brilliance of a multi-talented artist collide! This week's special guest is Dante Terese. Dante describes herself as a writer, baker, and gardener with a deep love for books, libraries, and the art of storytelling. Her literary works include The Base and Sex, Death & Diane. Don't miss this insightful conversation with an incredibly versatile creator!Subscribe to Off The Shelf Books podcast so you don't miss out on great author interviews! 

Our special Off The Shelf guest this morning is the amazing and courageous Lola Reid Allin. Lola is an author, pilot, photographer, and adventurer. She is engaging and loads of insight and fun! During her explorations, Lola has visited more than 60 countries. Talk about being a passionate traveler. Places she has visited include Istanbul, Nepal, Morrocco, Chile, Peru and the Himalayas. She is a speaker with the Northern Lights Aero Foundation, Eastern Ontario 99s Education & Outreach Committee, & Women's Travel Network. Books she has written include “Highway to the Sky: An Aviator's Journey”. Listen to what she shares; get ready to be powered up and inspired!

Live Escaping Toward Freedom mystery book reading by the book's author Denise Turney. Discover more about this mystery story set in the North Georgia mountains. Enjoy this special live Off The Shelf Books reading! Share with book lovers everywhere!

Our special Off The Shelf Books guest this morning is Douglas Burton. Douglas is a storyteller who pens fiction with strong women characters. He is also an avid historian, a pairing that powers him to be a remarkably talented writer of historical fiction! “Far Away Bird” was his debut novel, focusing on the Byzantine Empress Theodora. The novel won several awards, including gold medals for the IBPA's Best New Voice in Fiction, Readers' Favorite Historical Personage, and eLit's Best Historical Fiction eBook. Douglas' next book, The Heroine's Labyrinth: Archetypal Designs in Heroine-Led Fiction, is a work of nonfiction. Tune in to learn what inspired Douglas to write "Far Away Bird" and why he always knew the story would be a trilogy. Off The Shelf Books podcast listeners will discover when to expect second book in the trilogy to hit the book market. This is a fun, engaging, insightful show that readers love gaining valuable and entertaining information from! Listen in!

Hemingway Foundation/PEN Award writing nominee, Nicole Bokat, explores family dynamics, plot, characterization and rich mystery. Listen to Nicole's feature Off The Shelf Books Podcast interview right here! Get book marketing, editing and story development tips. Discover what's behind the makings of Will End in Fire, The Happiness Thief and Nicole's other books!

Our special Off The Shelf guest this morning is Karen Osborne. Karen has been an avid lover of “stories” since she was a kid. She started writing when she was 12-years-old.  However, her career in academia and being a wife and mom, not to mention operating The Osborne Consulting and Training firm, saw writing take backstage. She was traveling when she wrote the first draft of “Getting It Right”. Next came her books “Tangled Lies”, “Reckonings” and “True Grace”. Her next book “Justice for Emerson” is due out March 2025.Enjoy the show!

World traveler and educator, Bruce Farmer, talks about his writings on Off The Shelf #Books #Podcast on Saturday, December 14, 2024. Join the show at 11am/EST (New York City time). Bruce and Off The Shelf Books host, Denise Turney, will dig into the inspiration behind Bruce's latest novel, Blood Saphire's Revenge. The makings of the novel, what's driving characters like Haddy and detective Wolf James, and what makes the story a psychological thriller are other topics that Bruce and Denise will take on.  Tune in!  More About Bruce Farmer:  Bruce Farmer is an avid outdoorsman, father and grandfather. He has explored many lands, traveling domestically and abroad. His careers have led him to healthcare and education. Career, travel and outdoors experiences influence Bruce's writings, including his latest book, “Blood Saphire's Revenge”. Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490 See you there!

Catch Polly Holyoke, a former Social Studies teacher and an award winning book author, on Off The Shelf #Books on Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 11am/EST (New York City time). Polly wrote her first book, 2 Days at Eagle Pass Ranch, with her friend when she was in the Fifth Grade. Today, Polly writes books for kids and is the author of the Neptune Triology and the Skyriders series.  In addition to reading and writing, Polly grew up hiking, skiing and camping in the Colorado mountains. She also loves scuba diving, a water activity her husband introduced her to. A true outdoor enthusiast, Polly has climbed 48 of the 53 fourteen-thousand-foot peaks in Colorado. Tune in to discover what inspires Polly to write page-turning stories. Get the inside scoop on what Polly is working on now! See you Saturday at 11am/EST! Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490 You can also join right here in the chat room!

Love the Gilded Age, a time when all seemed well? Join author Cecelia Tichi and Off The Shelf #Books #podcast host, Denise Turney, this Saturday at 11am/EST, right here in the chat room or via dial in (347) 994-3490. Cecelia and Denise kick off the show by revisiting Cecelia's childhood, what created her passion for books, and how working as a professor at Vanderbilt University shapes and influences her writing.  Val and Roddy DeVere are memorable characters that make appearances in Cecilia's books; the duo works to solve a myriad of crime mysteries that take place during the Gilded Age. Cecelia has used her extensive travels across the United States as research for her stories, marrying real-life facts and fiction. Among the books Cecelia has written there's “Death in a Gilead Frame”, “A Gilded Drowning Pool”, “A Deadly Gilded Free-Fall” and “A Fated Gilded High Note”. Tune in to discover the inner workings of the books' major and minor characters, particularly Val and Roddy! Find out what stories Cecilia is working on now. You might even get some marketing tips that you can use to propel your artistic, community, or business efforts forward.  See you Saturday at 11am/EST Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490 You can also join right here in the chat room!

Mark Stevens, host of Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers podcast and former president of the Rocky Mountain chapter for Mystery Writers of America, joins Off The Shelf Books on Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 11am/EST (New York City time). Mark is the author of the mystery books, The Fireballer, Antler Dust, Buried by the Roan, Trapline, Lake of Fire, and The Melancholy Howl. Tune into the show to find out how Mark got started writing mystery novels. Listeners will also gain insight into the makings of Mark's page turning mysteries. Bring your questions as you may get your questions answered live on air! You're in for a treat - a whole lot of literary entertainment and more! See you there! Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 11am/EST (New York City time) Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490

Science fiction lovers get ready! Saturday at 11am/EST, science fiction writer Jordan Hampton, sits down with Off The Shelf Books host, Denise Turney! If you love looking into the "possible" future with an open mind, catch this show! During the feature interview, Jordan and Denise explore what took Jordan from being a teacher to becoming a science fiction writer.  Martial arts (a skill Jordan is experienced in), the power of literature and youth, and what the world could be like before the close of the 22nd century are just a few of the additional topics Jordan and Denise will cover. Here's a little more about Jordan, namely he aims to “create stories that are just as entertaining as they are powerful.” In addition to writing and teaching, Jordan is a martial artist and preacher. Books he has authored include “Ignition 2084” and “Eruption 2085”. Put it on your calendar! Catch Jordan Hampton on Off The Shelf Books on Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 11am/EST (New York City time)! Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490

Listen to Off The Shelf #Books #Podcast on Saturday at 11am/EST (New York City time)! Discover how author Linda Stewart Henley crafts memorable, page-turning characters. Find out what inspired her to start writing at a young age. Tune in as this Newcomb College graduate digs into her books “Estelle”, “Waterbury Winter”, and “Kate's War”.  Linda and Off The Shelf Books host, Denise Turney, are also set to explore ways that you could market and sell more copies of your books. Writing processes, speaking engagements, and finding your voice are more topics the two may explore. You can also learn about new books that Linda may be working on and when you can expect to see those books on the market.  See you Saturday at 11am/EST! Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490

Come get a healthy dose of inspiration, encouragement, and motivation! Let Mulukan's story in the book Long Walk Up inspire you to stay motivated and inspired to fulfill your destiny! Like Mulukan, you came into this world for a specific reason. Don't talk yourself out of achieving what you came here to do. Instead, stir up courage, pivot, and start moving in the direction of your destiny! You can do it!  To share inspiration and motivation, during this Off The Shelf #Books #podcast, author Denise Turney shares a live reading from Long Walk Up, a short and powerful book that you could bring home for less than $2. Enjoy the live reading of Long Walk Up! Even more, let yourself be inspired to start moving in the direction of your dreams! You deserve to live the best life! To read more free excerpts from Long Walk Up, visit Denise's official website at www.chistell.com See you there!  

Love mystery and suspense! Catch Off The Shelf Books Podcast this Saturday at 11am/EST (New York City time)! Harrison Stockeland, author of the crime #thriller Watch It Burn, sits down with Off The Shelf #Books #Podcast host, Denise Turney. During the show, Turney and Stockeland will reveal the motivation behind Watch It Burn. They will also delve into some of the book's inner workings. Tune in to learn more about the story's major characters, memorable people like Del Costello and members of the Vintini family. In addition to giving you insight scoop on Watch It Burn, Stockeland and Turney will discuss Stockeland's new book, November's Whisper.  See you there! It's going to be a great time! Saturday, July 20 at 11am/EST Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490 Or join right here in the chat room! Want to learn more about my podcasts, literary newsletter, and books? Visit me online at www.chistell.com

Join visionary leader, Barbara Feigin, on Off The Shelf #Books #podcast on Saturday, June 22, 2024! Get insight on how Barbara faced and overcame roadblocks toward becoming a leader during a time when women weren't welcomed in the boardroom. Listen as she shares her family's history of escaping the horrors of WWII, including her parents 17-day escape from Berlin to Japan.  Much will be covered during this feature podcast interview hosted by author Denise Turney, host of Off The Shelf Books! The show's Saturday guest is a groundbreaker. She has a wealth of business experience, having worked as a senior account executive and corporate director. For her works, in 2017 Barbara was named one of the century's Legendary Pioneers by Grey. See you Saturday, June 22! Show kicks off at 11am/EST (New York City time)! Tell your family, friends, colleagues and book lovers to tune in! Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490

Award winning mystery books author, Mary Keliikoa, will appear on Off The Shelf #Books #podcast, joining a list of distinguished mystery writers who have interviewed on the show. Mary is the author of the mystery book, “Hidden Pieces”, the first book in the Misty Pines series. Other page turning books in the series include “Deadly Tides” and “Don't Ask, Don't Follow”. Mystery novel lovers, if you think you know everything about your favorite mystery novel, think again. During Mary's Off The Shelf Books special appearance, Denise Turney, the podcast host, will dig into why Mary started writing mysteries, including why she sat down and wrote Don't Ask, Don't Tell. Wonder why you can't turn away from a good mystery book series? Tune in and you just might find out!  Book lovers who tune into Off The Shelf Books can also get their questions answered LIVE on air! While this show airs, don't be surprised if you learn more about your favorite book characters, the types of facts and insights that strengthen your connection to the characters.  ABOUT MARY KELIIKOA: Mary is the author of the mystery book, “Hidden Pieces”, “Deadly Tides” and “Don't Ask, Don't Follow”. Earlier in her career, Mary worked as a legal secretary. Mary's work has either been nominated for or won numerous book awards, including the Hamus and Lefty and Agatha and Anthony award.  Not only does Mary write mysteries, she loves legal thrillers, especially digging into what makes a person tick. Tune in Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 11am/EST (New York City time) Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490 Tell your family, friends, neighbors, colleagues and book lovers everywhere to catch Mary on Off The Shelf Books! See you Saturday!

Mystery suspense and crime thrillers are spotlighted at Off The Shelf #Books this Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 11am/EST (New York City time)! If you love a mystery suspense or crime thriller that keeps you turning the pages of a novel, don't miss this #podcast! Author Matt Coyle, creator of the Rick Cahill crime novel series, is featured. Saturday, Matt and Off The Shelf Books host, Denise Turney, sit down and discuss the inner workings of Matt's mystery fiction, books such as Yesterday's Echo, Night Tremors, and Dark Fissures.  Tune in to the show and find out what inspires Matt's writings. Don't be surprised if Matt and Denise Turney share book marketing tips during the show. See if you don't start to feel more deeply connected to the characters that take center stage in the Rick Cahill crime series. Who knows? There's a chance that you could get your questions answered LIVE on air.  Catch the show LIVE on Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 11am/EST (New York City time)! Tell your friends, neighbors, colleagues, and book lovers everywhere to tune in! Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490 ABOUT MATT COYLE: Matt spent 30 years in sports sales, including national sales for a sports licensing firm. During that time, Matt also managed a restaurant. Today he is the author of the Rick Cahill crime novel series. Over the years, Matt's writing has earned several awards, including the Foreword Bronze INDIE in the Thriller, Anthony Award for Best First Novel, the San Diego Book Award for Best Mystery, the Ben Franklin Award for Best New Voice in Fiction and the Suspense and the Shamus Award. Additionally, Matt's writings have earned finalist status for the Macavity and Lefty awards and the Derringer and Macavity Award. Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490

Inspiration! Motivation! Total life celebration! Join us! Did you love Tuesdays With Morrie, a book (and movie) that inspired millions around the world! Great! Join us right here on Off The Shelf #Books Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 11am/EST (New York City time)! When you catch the #podcast, you gain the chance connect with the author's son, Rob Schwartz! Rob is an entrepreneur, writer, and producer. Feature films he has worked on include Putty Hill and Bernard and Huey. Rob is also one of the producers of Onetopia, a festival designed to benefit mental health. As a script editor, Rob has worked with organizations such as NHK World TV in Japan. For his works, Rob has appeared in several periodicals including Variety, Newsweek, Time, Interview and The Hollywood Reporter. Rob Schwartz is the editor of the book “The Wisdom of Morrie: Living and Aging Creatively and Joyfully”! If you were touched by Tuesdays With Morrie, don't miss this #interview! In addition to talking about his famous father, you can get insight into what Rob is working on now. Who knows? You might even get your questions answered LIVE on air! See you Saturday at 11am/EST! Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490 Tell your family, friends and book lovers everywhere to tune in!

Love mystery novels? Have a penchant for thriller books? You came to the right place! Mystery writer, Joe Clifford, author of the Jay Porter Thriller series and a real true "comeback kid" is the star of the Off The Shelf #Books #podcast on Saturday, March 23! Joe sits down with host Denise Turney to talk about his latest thriller, "A Moth to a Flame". Just what is this book all about? Tune and find out! See what happened to Lydia and Jessica Barrett. And discover the inner makings of thrillers like "The Lakehouse", "The One That Got Away" and "Say My Name". Joe, a man who once was homeless, has found his passion! Find out how he got started and what he does to stay inspired and keep his books moving off of bookstore shelves! Who knows? You might get your question answered live on air! Tell your family, friends, neighbors and colleagues to tune in! Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490 Saturday, March 23, 2024 at 11am/EST (New York City time) See you LIVE!

Do you have kids? Work with children? You'll want to catch today's Off The Shelf #Books #Podcast!  Children's book author, Jessica Spear, is today's feature guest. During today's show, Jessica and Off The Shelf Books host, Denise Turney, dive into the makings of Jessica's children's books and middle school books, BFF or NRF (Not Really Friends)? A Girls Guide to Happy Friendships” and “Middle School – Safety Goggles Advised”. These two all things story creatives will also look into the making of Jessica's new book, "The Phone Book".  More than learning about what makes a "true" friend, listeners can learn how to overcome challenges they've encountered so far when it comes to making friends. They will also learn friendship truths and discover the friendship pyramid! Navigating social media as a kid (and parent) are also on the slate for discussion! You definitely want to catch this show! Not only is Jessica a talented writer who creates stories that are designed to help kids and parents, for her work Jessica has won Kids' Book Choice Awards, Royal Dragonfly Book Award and Best Books of 2021.  See you Saturday at 11am/EST! Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490 Tell your friends, family, neighbors and colleagues to tune in!

Love movies? Love reading novels? You came to the right spot! Listen to Tyler Schwanke's Off The Shelf #Books #Podcast interview with host Denise Turney and learn how you could go from writing short stories or poems to writing full-length novels. More than discovering what attracts Tyler to stories, be they shared in movie or book form, when you listen to the show, you will gain insight into the makings of Tyler Schwanke's novel, Breaking In. You'll also get the inside scoop on Ricky O'Naire and Millie, especially what their relationship is about.  Ways to sell more books, if there is going to be a sequel to "Breaking In" and finding the courage to chase and achieve your creative dreams are other topics slated to be covered on the show. You really don't want to miss this show if you truly love film and novels!  Catch the show live by dialing: (347) 994-3490! ABOUT TYLER SCHWANKE: Tyler Schwanke is a short story writer, novelist, and a filmmaker. His short stories have been published in several periodicals, including Chaotic Merge, Fiction Southeast and Havik. A graduate of the New York Film Academy and Minnesota State University Moorehead, Tyler's films have appeared at film festivals where they have won awards. For his work, Tyler has also been granted a Minnesota TV and film grant. In addition to graduating from New York Film Academy and Minnesota State University Moorehead, Tyler has earned a MFA from Hamline University. Breaking In is his first novel.

Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490 Saturday, January 27, 2024 at 11am/EST (New York City time) Today's guest is more than a Pushcart Prize nominee, she's a Yale College graduate, wife, mother and passionate creative. Who is she? She's Martha Anne Toll! Martha Anne Toll's writings have appeared in several media outlets, including NPR, The Millions, Blooms, The Washington Post, After the Art, Los Angeles Review of the Book and Heck Magazine. Martha's short story, The Gigolo, was nominated for a Pushcart Prize. She has been a Fellow at the Virginia Center for the Creative Arts in Virginia and southern France, Monson Arts and Diary Hollow. She received her law degree from Boston University School of Law. Martha is the author of the novel, Three Muses. Her second novel, Duet for One, is scheduled to be released in 2025. Catch Martha Anne Toll on Off The Shelf #Books #Podcast on Saturday, January 27, 2024 at 11am/EST! It's going to be fun! So much entertainment in store for you! Get the inside scoop on Martha's book, how she uses her law degree, what she does to sell more and more books and beyond! Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490 Saturday, January 27, 2024 at 11am/EST (New York City time)

Love a good story?  Meet Heather B. Moore! Heather is a USA Today bestselling author, writer of many books including The Slow March of Light, Until We Kissed, Say You Love Me, Under The Java Moon and The Healing Summer. She has written more than 90 publications, writing mainly historical and herstory books. Heather is a hybrid author, self-publishing some of her books and having been published by traditional publishers such as Thomas & Mercer, Kindle Press, StoryFront, Shadow Mountain and Covenant Communications. Catch Heather LIVE on Off The Shelf #Books with host Denise Turney! Discover the secret behind her writing, how she develops characters, what motivates her to write, why her stories resonate with so many book readers, stories she's currently working on and more!  Saturday, January 20, 2024 at 11am/EST (New York City time) Tell book lovers everywhere to tune in!

Ready to PUMP UP your leadership skills? Catch Dr. Candy Campbell on Off The Shelf #Books #podcast Saturday, January 13, 2024 at 11am/EST (New York City time)! Learn what's behind the link between laughter and leadership! Laughter is Candy Campbell's expertise! Not only can she get you laughing, she can show you how to use laughter to lead and not just lead, but lead EFFECTIVELY! In addtion to discussing leadership, Dr. Campbell and Off The Shelf Books host, Denise Turney, will discuss innovation, using improve to improve healthcare, reducing on the job pressure and more! Dial (347) 994-3490 to Tune In LIVE! See you Saturday, January 13 at 11am/EST!  Tell your family, friends and leaders you know to catch this show!

Young adult books are some of the most entertaining books! If you love reading young adult books or are looking for a young adult book series to share with the teens in your life, you don't want to miss this Off The Shelf #Books #podcast! Saturday, January 6, 2024 at 11am/EST, author Douglas Weissman sits down with Off The Shelf Books host, Denise Turney, to share insights on his young adult book series, including his book, "Life Between Seconds". Douglas loves to write stories about friendship, relationship bridges, finding beauty in the grotesque, and interesting ways strangers find common ground. In addition to writing novels, he has worked in a safari game reserve.  Tune in live and you might get your questions answered on air!  See you Saturday, January 6, 2024 at 11am/EST! Talk about a great way to start the new year! Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490

Healing is a blessing it's impossible to receive too much of in this world. Whether you're seeking #healing, insight, inner #guidance or clarity, there may be a gain for you during today's Off The Shelf #Books #podcast.  Tune into the shows by dialing (347) 994-3490 Special guest is Anastasia Lindsey. Anastasia is a poet, Certified Reiki Master, Reiki I & II, Certified Consulting Hypnotist, Womb Light™ Practitioner, Womb Light™ Light Leader, and a Sound Healing & Meditation Practitioner. She aims to help others heal as a writer. Anastasia is also the author of the poetry book, “Ocean”, a gold book award winner. During the show Anastasia and Off The Shelf Books host, Denise Turney, will discuss why you feel loved or unloved, the healing power of poetry and writing and benefits of therapy. The art of writing and book marketing are other topics the two may dive into.  Ready to learn more about inner healing?  Tune in! Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490 The world needs healing!

Parents, educators, foster care workers and supporters of family, catch foster care specialist and mother, Naomi Dunsen-White, on Off The Shelf #Books #podcast this Saturday, October 28, 2023 at 11am/EST (New York City time)! How to improve diversity in the children's book industry, power of diverse indie authors and how to craft a children's book are topics Naomi Dunsen-White and Off The Shelf Books host, Denise Turney, will discuss. Naomi Dunsen-White's children's books focus on how to know your life path, exercising courage to do great things and the importance of confidence.  Naomi is an educator, editor, foster care specialist and mother. As shared at her website, Naomi “has a passion for closing the diversity gap in the children's literature industry and believes all children deserve to have books with characters who look like them.” She is the author of the books “Why Am I Here?” and “Johari The Great”.  Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490 You can also connect right here in the chat room! See you there! Saturday, October 28, 2023 at 11am/EST

MYSTERY, SUSPENSE - THRILLERS! Calling all mystery, suspense and thriller story lovers! William Maz, author of the Bucharest book series, will be on Off The Shelf #Books on Saturday, October 21, 2023! Show kicks off at 11am/EST (New York City time)!  Catch this show if you love mystery and suspense! William Maz and Denise Turney (host of Off The Shelf Books #podcast) will dive into the makings of the Bucharest book series. Although the two will cover a range of topics, they definitely plan to zone in on the makings of The Bucharest Dossier, discovering more about Bill Hefflin and what role Boris plays in the what happens.  Writers and authors can grab book #marketing tips and advice by tuning into Off The Shelf Books. Listeners can get their questions answered LIVE on air. Mark your calendars! Tell book lovers everywhere to tune in! Saturday, October 21, 2023 at 11am/EST Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490 See you there!

Do you believe you have a life calling? Are you interested in knowing what your life calling is? Get insight into these and other questions by tuning into Off The Shelf #Books #podcast on Saturday, September 16, 2023 at 11am/EST (New York City time).   Lyvita Brooks, author of several books, including “Nuggets for Thought,” “Treading on Your Giants,” “The Me Project” and “Teacher's Time Saving Tips” sits down with author Denise Turney, host of Off The Shelf books. Brooks and Turney are set to discuss discovering your calling in Christ, the 21-day spiritual diet, writing flash fiction and marketing books. Tune in! Saturday, September 16, 2023 at 11am/EST! See you there! Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490   You can also join right here in the chat room!

Meet Chris Gould, author of the books The Boys & Girls of America and The George Stories this Saturday, July 8, 2023! Chris sits down with Off The Shelf Books #podcast host, Denise Turney, on Saturday! Show time starts at 11am/EST (New York City time)! Denise and Chris will talk about the makings of The Boys & Girls of America, including why Chris developed the story. There's also a novel within the book (a unique writing tactic!) that Denise will ask Chris about. Just why did he bury a story within a story! During the #books podcast, Chris and Denise will also explore Chris' first book, The George Stories. As customary, book marketing tips are also set to be shared! Love books? Love to read? Tune in! Saturday, July 8, 2023 at 11am/EST! Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490

Love books! Do you love to #read? Join Denise Turney and author Kimberly Sullivan on Off The Shelf #Books Saturday, June 24, 2023 at 11am/EST! Kimberly and Denise, host of Off The Shelf Books, will dive into the makings of Kimberly's books, including Dark Blue Waves, Drink Wine and Be Beautiful, Three Coins and In The Shadow of the Apennines. Find out why Kimberly chose the books' settings, how the characters were developed and what drives the stories. It's your chance to get the inside scoop on what makes these stories tick. As customary, Denise and her guest will also share book marketing tips. Come get a healthy dose of entertainment, inspiration and loads of fun! See you there! Saturday, June 24, 2023 at 11am/EST (New York City time) Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490   MORE ABOUT KIMBERLY SULLIVAN: Kimberly worked in journalism and government in the US, Czech Republic and Austria. Today she makes her home in Rome, where she works in international development, and writes fiction. Kimberly is a member of the Women's Fiction Writers Association and The Historical Novel Society. She has written short stories and novels. Novels she has written include “Dark Blue Waves”, “Drink Wine and Be Beautiful” (slated to be released May 2023), “Three Coins” and “In The Shadow of the Apennines”. See you there! Saturday, June 24, 2023 at 11am/EST (New York City time) Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490

Come and join Anne Dimock, author of Against the Grain, and host Denise Turney, right here on Off The Shelf Books! Anne and Denise will sit down and discuss the makings of Anne's books, including Against The Grain and Humble Pie. Talk about stand-out book titles! It's going to be fun, engaging, insightful and entertaining! Denise has been interviewing guests on and off Off The Shelf Books for nearly 20 years. Time does fly! Anne is a passionate writer whose works have appeared as stand-alone creative pieces and as part of anthologies.  The show starts on Saturday, June 10, 2023 at 11am/EST (New York City time)! Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490 Tell your friends, neighbors, family and everyone you know who loves a good story to tune in! You don't want to miss this show! Remember - Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490 See you Saturday at 11am/EST!

Catch Off The Shelf Books podcast on Saturday, May 20, 2023 at 6pm/EST (New York City time)! During the May 20 show, Karl Beckstrand sits down with Off The Shelf host, Denise Turney, to discuss diverse children's books he has written. Karl will also discuss books he markets and promotes, titles that celebrate characters from diverse backgrounds. Topics Karl and Denise will discuss include writing and book marketing and identifying authors to work with, helping these writers to strengthen and grow their writing careers.  You're encouraged to tune into the show on Saturday, May 20 at 6pm/EST! ABOUT KARL BECKSTRAND: Kari is a college media instructor and an award-winning author and illustrator. He is also the owner of Premio Publishing. He has authored and/or illustrated 27 books and wrote and/or illustrated more than 60 ebooks. Books that Karl writes are rich with diverse characters. His books have been mentioned in Publisher's Weekly, Kirkus, The Horn Book and School Library Journal. Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490 See you there! Spread the word!

Join Max Friedman, a former PBS employee and a former publicist for Bill Moyers Journal, this Saturday, May 13, 2023! Max sits down with Off The Shelf Books' host, Denise Turney, to discuss his book "Painful Joy". The book is based in-part, on his parents, Polish Holocaust survivors who lost everyone in their families during the war, survived the camps and then met and married in Sweden. As is his personality, Max's writing is engaging, insightful and entertaining.  Prior to writing "Painful Joy", Max authored two memoirs: one of Charles A. Heimbold, Jr., a retired pharmaceutical company CEO ("A Life Lived Full," 2015) and the other of his wife, Monika Heimbold, a retired clinical social worker and a co-founder with Queen Silvia of Sweden of the World Childhood Foundation that focuses on child trafficking and exploitation ("Designing a Life," 2016). Listeners who tune into the May 13 show may get the chance to ask Max a question LIVE on air! All listeners can walk away with a new sense of awareness, an inside view into what makes romantic love endure life's hardest challenges and more! Tune in Saturday, May 13, 2023 at 11am/EST (New York City time)! Pass the word!  Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490 See you there! 

Karol Brown, author of "The Harriet Tubman Way, an Inspirational Guide to Self-Love, Empowerment and Legendary Leadership for Girls", sits down with Off The Shelf #Books host, Denise Turney to discuss leadership for girls. Tune in to hear what Karol has learned about leadership, especially as it relates to leadership skills that Harriet Tubman regularly displayed. These empowering principles remain available for girls to use today. Listen to the show to be inspired and empowered.  Karol Brown has spent 17 years studying Harriet Tubman, a truly phenomenal woman and leader. You can catch the show live by dialing  (347) 994-3490 on Saturday, April 15, 2023 at 11am/EST (New York City time). See you there! Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490

If you're struggling to forgive yourself or someone else, tune into Off The Shelf Books podcast! Author Michelle Brown gets real with Denise Turney on Off The Shelf #Books #podcast on Saturday, April 8, 2023 at 11am/EST (New York City time). Michelle and Denise talk about the importance of forgiveness. More pointedly, they dive into the role that forgiveness plays in opening up to love. How to heal after you've experienced trauma and rebounding and thriving after being deeply hurt are two points of forgiveness Mcihelle and Denise are set to explore. How to hear from the Holy Spirit is another topic the two are scheduled to discuss. Stuck in the past? Catch the show! Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490 See you Saturday, April 8, 2023 at 11am/EST!

Filmmaker, entrepreneur and author, M. Kate Poe, sits down with Denise Turney on Off The Shelf Books Podcast Saturday, March 25 at 11am/EST (New York City time). The two women dig into the makings of Poe's book, "Secrets of Beautiful: The Art of Discovering You”. If you know or sense that you would benefit from opening up and loving yourself more fully, more deeply - catch this show! Poe, a St. Louis native, and Turney will touch on several empowering topics, including: the power of intuition, authenticity, letting go and how to be guided by your Higher Self.  Dial into the show live by calling (347) 994-3490! See you Saturday, March 25 at 11am/EST! It's always time to love yourself more fully! Spread the word about the show!

You are invited to join author and filmmaker, Desire Cooper, as she sits down with author Denise Turney on Off The Shelf Books podcast on Saturday, March 18, 2023 at 11am/EST (New York City time). During her feature interview, Desire Cooper will discuss how she got started in writing, the makings of a short film and her books "Nothing Special" and "Know The Mother". Tune in live by dialing (347) 994-3490 or catch the show LIVE right here in the chat room! Turney is effective at probing into the whys and hows of the makings of a page-turner. Off The Shelf Books podcast offers ongoing opportunities to learn more about the writing profession, how to market and sell books and the process of creating a successful film. A broad range of authors and other creative artists in the storytelling field have interviewed on Off The Shelf Books, including New York Times bestselling authors. See you Saturday!  Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490

Teri Brown came into this world full of imagination! It's her vibrant, energizing imagination that is at the core of her work in the books "An Enemy Like Me" and “Sunflowers Beneath the Snow”. An Enemy Like Me focuses on Jacob, a man who immigrates to the United States when the world was in constant conflict, the horrors of World War II, an event that changed too many lives permanently. Sunflowers Beneath The Snow tells the story of generations of women dealing with internal and external challenges of their own.  Meet author Teri Brown and learn more about her books Saturday, March 11, 2023 at 11am/EST (New York City time) right here on Off The Shelf Books with host author Denise Turney! Tune in live! Bring your questions, curiosity and love of books! Tell your family, friends, colleagues and book lovers you know to catch this show! See you there! Saturday, March 11, 2023 at 11am/EST! Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490 You can also catch the show LIVE right here in our chat room!

Vic Ferrari, retired New York City detective, gives clues into his popular novels on Off The Shelf #Books #podcast on Saturday, February 11, 2023 at 11am/EST (New York City time). While speaking with Off The Shelf Books host, author Denise Turney, during the feature interview, Vic Ferrari doesn't hold back, sharing details from jaw-dropping stories like NYPD Law & Order, Grand Theft Auto, NYPDs Flying Circle: Cops, Crime & Chaos and NYPD Through the Looking Glass. But he doesn't stop there, Vic Ferrari also joins Denise Turney in taking listeners on an inside view of his book, Confessions of a Catholic High School Graduate. Fact that the stories are written by a real-life retired detective adds rich realism to the novels. Listeners may have the chance to get their questions about the books and events that happen in the novels live by Vic Ferrari. Listener dial-in number is (347) 994-3490. You can also join the show right here in the chat room. Love a good mystery, a dose of humor and intrigue? Tune in! Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490 Saturday, February 11, 2023 at 11am/EST  See you there!

Love to #travel? You're in for a surprise! Jeff Rasley is an avid traveler. Experiences he has had while traveling had found their way inside books like 72 Wisdoms, You Have To Get Lost Before You Can Be Found, Island Adventures and Light In The Mountains. Jeff is candid, a great writer and communicator.  Catch Jeff Rasley on Off The Shelf this Saturday, February 4, 2023 at 11am/EST (New York City time). Off The Shelf #Books podcast host, Denise Turney, and Jeff Rasley will talk about his book 72 Wisdoms. They will also share some of Jeff's travel highlights like the time he stared eye-to-eye with a whale in the ocean and the time he got lost on a mountain, despite taking safety precautions. They will also share book marketing tips! Whether you love to travel and/or read good books, you're in for a treat! Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490 See you Saturday, February 4, 2023 at 11am/EST! It's going to be fun!

Love science fiction, fantasty and historical fiction? Join author Shanti Hershenson on Off The Shelf #Books #podcast on Saturday, January 28, 2023 at 11am/EST (New York City time). Off The Shelf Books host, Denise Turney, and Shanti will discuss the makings of a good science fiction, fantasy and historical novel. The two literary dynamos will dig into the Biome Lock Chronicles and the chronicles of Ziel Delaine, books penned by Shanti Hershenson.  Catch the books podcast to get inside scoop on the makings of the books' characters. Find out what motivates the characters, the types of fictional people you won't soon forget. Denise Turney and Shanti Hershenson will also share book marketing tips and the art of novel writing. As a show listrener, you might gain a tip on how you could write a good science fiction or fantasy novel! Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490 See you Saturday, January 28, 2023 at 11am/EST!

Love animals? Got pets? Catch author Sheryl Bass on Off The Shelf Books #podcast Saturday, January 14, 2023 at 11am/EST (New York City time). Sheryl is the contributor to the books Lost Souls: Found! Inspiring Stories About Chihuahuas (Kyla Duffy and Lowrey Mumford) and Second-Chance Dogs: True Stories of the Dogs We Rescue and the Dogs Who Rescue Us (ed. Callie Smith Grant). She holds a master's degree in Journalism and is currently working in public relations.  A top way to care for animals, regardless of breed, is a real gain to listeners of the show. Listeners can also get the inside scoop on Be-Kind Publishing, how to structure, write, publish and market books. This is real-plus to podcast listeners who have spent years dreaming about writing and publishing a book.  Of course, Off The Shelf #Books host, Denise Turney, plans to share book marketing tips during the show. So, set your clocks! Make a reminder for yourself to catch Sheryl Bass on Off The Shelf on Saturday, January 14, 2023 at 11am/EST. It's going to be a blast!  Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490  

Join author Denise Turney, Off The Shelf #Books #Podcast host, when she sits down with poet, Maggie Bowyer, on Saturday, December 10, 2022 at 11am/EST (New York City time). If you or someone you know has #endometriosis or another chronic illness, definitely tune in! Maggie is open and forthcoming. She doesn't hold back when sharing her experiences wiht endometriosis, a condition many people have never heard about.  She shares her private experiences in the book, When I Bleed: Poems About Endometriosis. Denise and Maggie will take a closer look at Maggie's life experiences dealing with endometriosis. People who try to hide an illness for fear of being embarrassed might come away empowered after listening to the show. MORE ABOUT MAGGIE BOWYER: Maggie is a poet who hails from Greensboro, North Carolina. They have performed around the country for years. Their first poetry collection is titled “The Whole Story”. Other works they have written include “When I Bleed: Poems About Endometriosis,” “Ungodly” and “Allergies”. In addition to writing poetry, Maggie enjoys gardening, caring for three cats and cooking. Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490 See you Saturday, December 10 at 11am/EST!

Liz Alterman takes on a topic that keeps surfacing in the news, the perfect neighborhood. When tragedy strikes, it's often said that "these types of traumas don't happen in our neighborhood." But is there really such as a thing as a perfect neighborhood?  Author Liz Alterman sits down with Denise Turney on Off The Shelf Books on Saturday, November 12, 2022 at 11am/EST (New York City time) to discuss her novel "The Perfect Neighborhood". Alterman and Turney will dive into a kidnapping that occurs in a seemingly perfect neighborhood. Tune into find out what's behind the kidnapping and if those who know the kidnapped person were involved. Find out if events in the book are related to real life events.  Catch the show Saturday, November 12, 2022 at 11am/EST (New York City time) Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490! You can also catch the show LIVE in our chat room! About Liz Alterman: Liz is a storyteller at heart. She's also a wife, mother and editor. Books Liz has authored include “The Perfect Neighborhood,” “He'll Be Waiting” and “Sad Sacked”. Liz's and/or her works have been mentioned in a variety of periodicals, including The Washington Post, The New York Times and Parents. Her latest novel “The Perfect Neighborhood” is published by Penguin Random House. Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490! You can also catch the show LIVE in our chat room!

Major trials and jury decisions are back in headline news!   Want to get an inside scoop on what goes on in the justice system? Join attorney Alexandra Shapiro and Off The Shelf host, Denise Turney, Saturday October 15, 2022 at 11am/EST (New York City time).  Attorney Alexandra Shapiro and Denise Turney will dig into the heart of the system while discussing the novel, "Presumed Guilty". Alexandra is the perfect guest to put the spotlight on America's justice system. She served as one of Ruth Bader Ginsberg's Supreme Court first clerks. Today, she operates her own boutique law firm, giving her an inside view on what's goes on in the court systems. Topics Alexandra Shapiro and Denise Turney will cover include: Working with Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader GinsburgHow often innocent people are falsely accused and convictedWhy Emma got accused of a financial crimeWhether or not "Presumed Guilty" is based on real life events Alexandra and Denise will also slated to discuss book marketing trends, tips and what it's like representing high profile clients, the types of clients Alexandra Shapiro represents.  Tune in! Saturday, October 15, 2022 at 11am/EST! Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490 (you can also join LIVE right here in the chat room!) See you there!

Christine Kloser, an author and transformational success leader, joins Off The Shelf Book #Podcast host, Denise Turney, Saturday, September 17, 2022 at 11am/EST (New York City time). Get ready to enter the world of personal transformation. What you hear on Off The Shelf #Books on Saturday could work as a key to unlocking your greater #success.  Topics that Christine and Denise are set to explore include personal empowerment, facilitating transformational women's retreats, operating a business and learning to trust your soul. They will also discuss practical steps that you could take to reduce stress, opening yourself up to hear inner guidance from your Higher Self.  Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490 ABOUT CHRISTINE KLOSER:  Christine started her first business, a company in the fitness industry, in 1991 while she was living in Los Angeles. Since 1991, Christine founded a business that facilitated transformational women's retreats and the Network for Empowering Women Entrepreneurs, a business Christine started in 2000. She published her first book, “Inspiration to Realization” in 2004. Around the same time, she published her husband's book, “Stepping Up To The Plate”. It was the book publishing experience that led Christine into her current business and leadership endeavors, doing the work to help others find, express and share their voice. Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490

Author Dennis Galloway did more than travel. He introduced himself into different cultures. Better writing might just be one of the bigger rewards that he gained from welcoming diversity into his life. It could be why writers who travel abroad craft complicated, engaging and interesting characters. Saturdays, September 10, 2022 Off The Shelf Book #podcast delves into this very topic.  During the #literature podcast, Dennis Galloway and Off The Shelf #Books host, Denise Turney, will also explore the makings of Galloway's book, The Pen, a story that, among other things, links language, a struggle to be free, a belief in magic and writing in mystical ways. Listeners who tune in live may get their questions answered on air. Tune in if you love books, communicating and story! Remember - Saturday, September 10, 2022. Show starts at 11am/EST (New York City time) See you there! ABOUT DENNIS GALLOWAY:  Over his life, Dennis has traveled to different countries around the world which has allowed him to experience a myriad of cultures. It's these varied experiences that help Dennis to create exciting and engaging fiction for children and adults. In addition to writing fiction for children and adults, Dennis has also created documentaries, videos and a wide range of other media. Dennis is the author of the book “The Pen”. See you in the chat room! You can also join the podcast live by dialing (347) 994-3490