Podcast appearances and mentions of Ruth P Watson

Please join us for An Author's Afternoon here in The Locher Room with two first-time authors and an accomplished novelist. Historical novelist Ruth P. Watson is an acclaimed writer, educator and so much more. Her popular 2023 novel A Right Worthy Woman is now available to share in paperback. This remarkable and worthy tome is based on the real-life journey of financial genius Maggie Lena Walker. Walker was the first female and African American banker to establish and preside over a bank in the United States and this was in the Jim Crow era in Virginia. Ruth found Maggie doing research for another project and Maggie's story has found a way into all of Ruth's works. Now it is finally time the world can be aware of the legendary life of Maggie Lena Walker who some call the first woman of Black Wall Street.Enrica Ferruzzi born in Rome with a dual cultural upbringing, thrived in a successful corporate career within the travel industry. Despite achievements, an inner yearning for deeper meaning emerged. After two decades in the corporate world, Enrica defied norms, resigning for a life attuned to her core. Her journey, marked by loss and restlessness, led her to rediscover ancient healing arts. Guided by spirit allies in restoring lost pieces of her soul, she became a teacher and healer, sharing timeless transformation practices over the past decade and training individuals in unlocking healing potential. She has now authored Beads of Light, detailing her profound alignment, a testament to embracing change through empowering spiritual practices.Text Messages to My Sons is Tammy Cohen's first book. It is a must read for anyone looking to build a deeper connection. There is no greater power than being able to find a direct and simple way to communicate knowledge, inspiration, gratitude, and love; using technology may be the key. Tammy wanted to not only evolve but also change the way she interacted with her sons. She wanted to be someone they wanted to hear from, that they would look forward to her messages. So, to find a more meaningful relationship with her sons, she reached out to them in a language they understand – texting! It is her true hope for anyone reading her book to become inspired with new ways to connect with your loved ones, whether it is children, siblings, extended family, or spouses. The evidence is undeniable. Ever since she started this journey, her relationship with her sons has been enriched.Sit back to hear three women sharing stories that help educate, inspire, and connect.

In this interview, Ruth and I discuss A Right Worthy Woman, writing about Maggie Lena Walker and including her in all of her books, the cover process, her research, how the title came about, and much more. Ruth's recommended reads are: The Secret Life of Flora Lea by Patti Callahan Henry By Her Own Design by Piper Huguley The Forest of Vanishing Stars by Kristen Harmel Sisters in Arms by Kaia Alderson The Engineer's Wife by Tracey Enerson Wood Check out my Summer Reading Guide for 2023. Support the podcast by becoming a Page Turner on Patreon.  Other ways to support the podcast can be found here.     A Right Worthy Woman can be purchased at my Bookshop storefront.      If you enjoyed this episode and want to listen to more episodes, try Kate Manning, Lynn Cullen, Patti Callahan Henry, Shelley Read, and Jennifer Rosner. Connect with me on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we talk with author Ruth P. Watson about A Right Worthy Woman. This work of historical fiction follows the remarkable true story of Maggie Lena Walker and Virginia's Black Wall Street. Maggie Lena Walker was the daughter of a formerly enslaved woman who eventually became the first Black woman to establish and preside over a bank in the United States. As a child, Maggie helped her mother with her laundry service, opening her eyes to the overwhelming discrepancy between Black residents and her mother's affluent white clients. Maggie was bold and ambitious, vowing to secure the same level of home and finery for herself, and aiming to help others in her community achieve the same. She rose from a schoolteacher to a secretary-treasurer of the Independent Order of St. Luke, founder of a newspaper, a bank, and a department store. Watson describes Walker as yet another "hidden figure" in Black History whose story should be told.

Good News with Twanda Black welcomes Ruth P. Watson... author of bestsellers Blackberry Days of Summer, An Elderberry Fall, Cranberry Winter and children's books: Hard Lessons and Who said a Girl Can't be the President?

THIS WEEKS SHOW FEATURES Show Intro – Marc Parham From My Big Eyes – Janet McCloud Montgomery interviews Ruth P. Watson author and Playwright I Talk Credit – Ira Royal Interview –Tina Greer discusses how to price your products and services when responding to bids and RFP’s

THIS WEEKS SHOW FEATURES Show Intro – Marc Parham From My Big Eyes – Janet McCloud Montgomery interviews Ruth P. Watson author and Playwright I Talk Credit – Ira Royal Interview –Tina Greer discusses how to price your products and services when responding to bids and RFP's

Roz White (recently seen in the stage musical Black Pearl Sings!) and TC Carson (known for the TV show Living Single) from the musical mystery Blackberry Daze at Metro Stage stop by to talk about their characters and the show. Dial 347.884.8997 to ask a question. From DC Metro Theater Arts dot Com: MetroStage’s Blackberry Daze adapted by novelist Ruth P. Watson and Director/Choreographer/Lyricist Thomas W. Jones II from Watson’s best-selling novel, and with a soulful, beautiful, and emotional score by William Knowles, is a compelling musical-mystery, and a romantic journey into the heart of the South. Featuring 14 storytelling songs, and taking place in 1920 Jefferson County, Virginia, the story follows the challenges of three Black women, Mae Lou Parker (the always outstanding Roz White), her adopted daughter Carrie (Ayana Reed), and juke-joint singer Pearl Brown (the sensational and sexy Yvette Spears) as they grapple with the wiles of gambling womanizer Herman Camm (the fantastic TC Carson of the TV show Living Single fame).