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James Patterson knows the importance of passion and perseverance when it comes to a career as a writer. He is the bestselling author with 147 published novels, 114 of which made the New York Times bestsellers list, and he holds the Guinness World Record for most #1 New York Times bestsellers. His classic thriller, Along Came a Spider, inspired twenty-five sequels and a film adaptation starring Morgan Freeman. James also runs The Patterson Family Foundation and the James Patterson Teacher Education Scholarships.From Amazon.com:James Patterson is the world's bestselling author, best known for his many enduring fictional characters and series, including Alex Cross, the Women's Murder Club, Michael Bennett, Maximum Ride, Middle School, I Funny, and Jacky Ha-Ha. Patterson's writing career is characterized by a single mission: to prove to everyone, from children to adults, that there is no such thing as a person who "doesn't like to read," only people who haven't found the right book. He's given over a million books to schoolkids and over forty million dollars to support education, and endowed over five thousand college scholarships for teachers. He writes full-time and lives in Florida with his family. Learn more at jamespatterson.com.Whether you’re traditionally published or indie, writing a good book is only the first step in becoming a successful author. The days of just turning a manuscript into your editor and walking away are gone. If you want to succeed in today’s publishing world, you need to understand every aspect of the business - editing, formatting, marketing, contracts. It all starts with a good book, then the real work begins.Join international bestselling author J.D. Barker and indie powerhouse, J. Thorn, as they gain unique insight and valuable advice from the most prolific and accomplished authors in the business.In this episode, you’ll discover:How James Patterson structures his storiesWhy every story needs an outlineWhy successful authors are innovatorsWhy a great book is its own best adHow to be more aware of your readers’ needsThe amazing work of The Patterson Family FoundationLinks:James Patterson - https://www.jamespatterson.com/James Patterson Masterclass - https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=963720&u=2285884&m=62509&urllink=&afftrack=Along Came a Spider by James Patterson - https://books2read.com/AlongCameASpiderThe Patterson Family Foundation - https://www.thepattersonfoundation.org/J. D. Barker - http://jdbarker.com/J. Thorn - https://theauthorlife.com/Music by Nicorus - https://cctrax.com/nicorus/dust-to-dust-ep Voice Over by Rick Ganley - http://www.nhpr.com and recorded at Mill Pond Studio - http://www.millpondstudio.comContact - https://writersinkpodcast.com/contact/ *Full disclosure: Some of the links are affiliate links. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
James Patterson is about to release the 18th book in his Women's Murder Club book series. He has 2 mini books(bookshots) that go along with the series, plus a movie that was made from the 1st book in the series.My Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/icepetsqueenMy Twitter: https://twitter.com/maxarideMy icepets Queen Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkIcD1Irj1tv3_u6gr8r29gMy icepets redneck Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzGl7N3GczcbUCoxx51HqHAMy icepets queen Podcast youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzMd3qSJUTLi5j3XFRQDtAQMy website: https://icepetsqueen.wixsite.com/icepets-queenMy Store: https://teespring.com/stores/icepets-queens-storeMy Shania facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/TheUltimateShaniaTwain/ My garth facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/UltimateGarthBrooks/My Shania website: https://icepetsqueen.wixsite.com/ultimateshaniatwainMy Garth website: https://icepetsqueen.wixsite.com/garthbrooksPodcast channel: http://www.podcasts.com/icepets-queen-podcast-a918ac547My Podcast now available HERE: itunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/icepets-queen-podcast/id1448636237?mt=2Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2OuqZHnHCN4anSr8nOrDWj?fbclid=IwAR0YzIELHukL-yDFszAR5uH96qvp1w7Lg1on3CF_C3DfHpoQSE0eyQYLGXsStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/icepets-queen-podcast?refid=stpr&fbclid=IwAR0b2PM2m41lhEgORFzP4W5jInyp6jsxkEKNpOuAh-RLXytk1VmXiA1YhR4Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-944073370?fbclid=IwAR04HAjieUP-4nUmkF4WGw9zLP_NtmX2w0htgCXMILls8K7FanaGjRV2tbGoogle Play: https://playmusic.app.goo.gl/?ibi=com.google.PlayMusic&isi=691797987&ius=googleplaymusic&apn=com.google.android.music&link=https://play.google.com/music/m/Ie24n5dnc7r4dvfiazpkuiqpxlu?t%3DIcepets_Queen_Podcast%26pcampaignid%3DMKT-na-all-co-pr-mu-pod-16Tune Inhttps://tunein.com/podcasts/Media--Entertainment-Podcasts/Icepets-Queen-Podcast-p1184354/
Episode 7 - "Not Your Mom's Bikini Wax" - The Donuts have a lot to say about this ABC gem where strong ladies spend a little too much time talking boys on ill-timed coffee breaks. It's full of procedural cliches, bad graphic design, a cliff-hanger ending when they knew they were cancelled and our intrepid lead showing her brand new BF her murder room. Join the club. (Disclaimer: There is no club)
Episode Overview James Patterson, New York Times bestselling author of the Alex Cross and Women's Murder Club series is our guest on the podcast today! Patterson, who is a big supporter of libraries, has recently launched his new BookShots line of books: these are fast paced, shorter reads that are offered in a wide range of genres but also feature some of his iconic characters like Alex Cross. Our episode features Adam's interview with James Patterson which is followed by the press conference announcing/explaining more about the BookShots program. In the interview, Patterson discusses his book creation process and the importance of libraries and his own experiences in libraries growing up. Intro (0:00-3:53) Adam's Interview with James Patterson (3:54-11:32) BookShots Press Conference (11:33-End) Say Hello! Find OverDrive on Facebook at OverDriveforLibraries and Twitter at @OverDriveLibs. Email us directly at feedback@overdrive.com Music "Buddy" provided royalty free from www.bensound.com Podcast Overview We're not just book nerds: we're professional book nerds and the staff librarians who work at OverDrive, the leading app for eBooks and audiobooks available through public libraries and schools. Hear about the best books we've read, get personalized recommendations, and learn about the hottest books coming out that we can't wait to dive into. For more great reads, find OverDrive on Facebook and Twitter.
In this episode it's a man of many voices, the voice of the voiceless, and damsels in distress. First up it is the blu-ray review of Jeff Dunham : Minding The Monsters (courtesy of Paramount Home Video) as the mast ventrilquist brings out the creatures to play. The we catch up with the self-proclammed best in the world for the 2-disc blu-ray review of WWE's CM Punk : Best in The World (courtesy of eOne Entertainment) as we explore the world of the WWE Champion. Then for my horror video of the show it's the blu-ray review of The Victim (courtesy of Anchor Bay Entertainment) starring Michael Biehn and Jennifer Blanc in this grindhouse style thriller. It's then time to catch with with the ladies from the Women's Murder Club with the audio book review of 10th Anniversary by James Patterson and Maxine Paetro. Music for this episode features the songs Mad World by Ocean Alexander, Around the World by Natalie Brown and Steal My Voice by George Brown, they can all be found at www.famemusic.com. Other instrumental music is by the band Mr. Burns (www.mrburnsmusic.com). As always your comments and suggestions are welcome and encouraged.
This week we combine murder and magical mayhem. First up I give you a re-cap on some signifigant deaths in Hollywood this past week that are of note. Then it is off to the reviews as I give my audio book review of The 8th Confession by James Patterson and Maxine Paetro as the Women's Murder Club tackle's another series of strange deaths. From there it is off to the land of Far Far Away as I give my movie review of Shrek Forever After as the mighty Ogre wishes his life away to Rumpelstiltskin. Music for this week features the song A Real Life Fairy Tale by Sara Overall and can be found at www.podsafeaudio.com along with the intro song Let's Get Ramblin by Dynamo Snackbar. Other instrumental music is by the band Mr. Burns (www.mrburnsmusic.com). As always your comments and suggestions are welcome
This week it is a mix of the real and surreal. First up I give a rant on the recent segment about the virtual world of Second Life on the CBC news program that aired on the Fifth Estate called Strangers in Paradise that can be found at http://www.cbc.ca/fifth/2008-2009/strangers_in_paradise/video.html as well as the recent premature cancellation of the tv show Crusoe. Then I give my audio book review of 7th Heaven by James Patterson and Maxine Paetro as the Women's Murder Club tackles another series of murders. Finally it is off to the land of Xanth for my review of Two to the Fifth by Piers Anthony where the play is the thing. Music for this week features the song Wingless Bird by COMEG and can be found at www.podsafemusic.com along with the intro music of Lets Get Ramblin' by Dynamo Snackbar. Other instrumental music is by the band Mr. Burns and they can be found at http://mrburns.homestead.com/index.html. As always your comments and suggestions are welcome
This week it is late night memories and Harry Potter talk. First up I remember former talk show host Tom Snyder and then it is my audio book review of The 6th Target by James Patterson & Maxine Paetro as the Women's Murder Club is back in action. My guest this week is Claire Parsons as she joins me with a discussion on Harry Potter & Doctor Who. Music for this week is excerpts from the song That Magic Night by Captain aka MJC and can be found at www.podsafeaudio.com. As always your comments and suggestions are welcome.
This week the ladies of power and influence are the focus of my podcast this week. My audio book review is 2nd Chance by James Patterson with Andrew Gross involving police detective Lindsay Boxer and the Women's Murder Club and my guest is Tanya Gould from my workplace. Tanya and I talk about her recent move to country life, the world of NASCAR racing and dating tips. In addition to that I discuss the DVD release of The Best of She-Ra : Princess of Power 2 disc set and the phenomenon which is He-Man and She-Ra. As usual your comments and suggestions are always welcome.