Vol. #45: Showcasing (3) More Awesome Gang Authors!!

Photo Credit: The Verbally Disastrous Podcast- (2) New Episodes On Spotify Hello Everyone! Well folks!! We are back to another Monday so make it a productive one and get through it hour by hour!! How was your weekend, my friend? I hope you had a kick ass weekend doing exactly what you wanted to do. If not, make it a goal for the future. I planned an absolute fun-packed weekend with my two sons and some cousins & friends. They snacked on cake, cookies, pizza, drinks during the weekend celebration while playing video games and trash talking. Despite the threat of spotty moments of rain, we indeed hit Six Flags New England this weekend too. The beauty of the periodic rainy patches made it a weekend where the crowd was small. We went on back to back rides and I even got a headache in the process. I went to a go-kart racing track with my guy that I'm dating on Sunday. That was an absolute blast!! I'm in a new relationship and it feels absolutely amazing like a giddy teenager for now. :P In case I have not previously mentioned it (sarcasm), my first children's book entitled, "Not All Girls Play With Dolls" is now live on Amazon in both paperback and as a Kindle, an iTunes e-book, and for Nook via Barnes & Noble!! As of today, the Barnes & Noble Nook e-book is still pending approval. At this point, I have no idea as to when it will be released. I'm giving a fair warning that it is only the words and no illustrations. I intend on having the audio version of the book as well. I need to try to work on the audio version this weekend. Have you ever worked on getting a children's book online? Are you a budding author who just launched your book/podcast!? It's important to have all of the social media platforms and build your brand via networking with others. I find great power in the hashtag as well. My hashtags are #LeslieMJasper, #ConstructionTales, and #VerballyDisastrous. Share with me your hashtag and connect with me on social media. If you could also network with my 16-year-old son John's "Call To Action Marketing" business (hashtag #CTAMarketing), that would be helpful and highly appreciated. This post is intended to share even more work of some independent authors, such as myself, and earn some good karma in the process. Why not offer you a taste of a variety of authors with different content? Let me know if you have discovered a new author during this "Showcased Author Series"? My objective is to pick out different authors that offer a variety of media content. For the record, I know nothing about the author other than what is showcased in the author article that was shared, via Awesome Gang. Feel free to copy and paste and share this content on your blog, if you like. As an author, if you want to add more information, drop it down in the comment section below and I will edit and add at my earliest convenience. For now, I'm connecting with the authors in an effort to build my author network. Hopefully, they will follow me back on social media. I'm game to cross promote each other on social media as well. Just let me know or re-tweet one of my posts and I will automatically return the favor on Twitter. I'm totally cool with many ways to help each other market each other. When you are a small content creator, it is important to help others out. I shared some free marketing websites in a blog post so go look for it if you could use some free marketing. I've even submitted #ConstructionTales to both Awesome Gang, Book Reader Magazine, and Book Goodies along with my children's book #NotAllGirlsPlayWithDolls while currently working on other avenues. The children's book #NotAllGirlsPlayWithDolls is intended to empower young kids to pursue their passions even if it is not normally the tradition in their society. Here are (3) showcased authors down below: Showcased Author- 1.) Ana Cristina Caelen Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written. I am a writer, music composer, and vocal artist with a passion for the fantastical realms of sound, silence, and language. I have a bachelor’s degree in Music and a master of arts in Indo-Tibetan Buddhism. I love exploring the nature of magic in everyday life. Like many of my characters I spends a lot of time in the shadowlands knitting together stories from the potent imagery of my own dreamworlds. What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it? Wilding Souls is my debut high fantasy novel. It was inspired by many years of working with different aspects of my own psyche and a poignant series of dreams which brought the whole story to life. Do you have any unusual writing habits? Yes! I write much like I do most things: through free improvisation. I sit and let myself free-flow with words as I watch a scene unfold within my mind. If I lose the thread of the story I will pause until a character beckons to me once again. I leave my editing towards the end of the creative journey so I don’t get too in my head about the details. What authors, or books have influenced you? The Merro Tree by Katie Waitman. It’s a fantastic experience of what I call “circular writing.” What are you working on now? A second novel set in the same universe as Wilding Souls which continues aspects of the story with a different cast of characters and perhaps a few surprise returns. What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books? I’m learning as I go! The personal touch is always my preference. Do you have any advice for new authors? Write your heart. What is the best advice you have ever heard? Never underestimate the revolutionary power of giving yourself permission to feel, think, act, and express exactly as you already do. What are you reading now? Nothing at the moment! Sadly, I find I cannot read much when I am in the midst of writing. What’s next for you as a writer? I would love to collaborate with other artists on shared creative visions as well as publish my second book (hopefully by next year). If you were going to be stranded on a desert island and allowed to take 3 or 4 books with you what books would you bring? The Merro Tree, The Madness Season, Tantric Quest: An Encounter With Absolute Love, and Body and Voice (A Somatic Re-Education). Author Websites and Profiles Ana Cristina Caelen Website: https://www.voicethewild.com/ Ana Cristina Caelen Amazon Profile: https://www.amazon.com/~/e/B09QBDW98W Showcased Author- 2.) Adam Pascarella Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written. I am a former practicing lawyer who now runs an investment management firm in New York City. “Reversed in Part” is my first book. What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it? I was inspired to write Reversed in Part because I was looking to do something different with my career. At the same time, I couldn’t find many resources on lawyers leveraging their law degrees and legal experience in different areas. In effect, I wrote the book that I would have wanted when I was thinking of making a major early career move. Do you have any unusual writing habits? Nothing in particular. I try to write when I am most energetic (typically, in the early mornings). The goal is to make it as seamless as possible—especially on the days when I don’t feel like writing. What authors, or books have influenced you? For writing, Steven Pressfield is a key inspiration. In The War of Art, he shows how important it is to become a professional—no matter what it is that you’re trying to do. It is the only way to overcome so-called “Resistance” and bring new ideas into the world. Jack Schwager is another inspiration. His “Market Wizards” series was one of the key inspirations behind my book Reversed in Part. I like how he brings readers into the room with famous investors and provides an up close and personal view of their investing philosophies and strategies. What are you working on now? I’m not working on any books at the moment. I’m completely focused on growing my business. But I can never rule out writing another book in the future. What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books? One of the most effective ways is to rely on your personal connections. Sure, your first level connections will buy your book. That said, the more powerful thing is when your first level connections refer your back to their first level connections. From there, anything can happen. The closest digital replica is LinkedIn. Do you have any advice for new authors? Stay disciplined. It’s always easy to put off writing for “another day.” In fact, there is no perfect day or time to write a book. The best thing to do is get started and create an environment which makes it as easy as possible to write. What is the best advice you have ever heard? Life is all about action. It is easy to be overly analytical, whether we are thinking about our next book or our dream jobs. The much tougher, yet rewarding, thing is to take action toward those goals. Even if you fail, the real-world data that you receive will get you closer to your long-term objectives. What are you reading now? “The Changing World Order” by Ray Dalio and “The Cold Start Problem” by Andrew Chen. What’s next for you as a writer? I’ll mostly be focused on shorter form media (like blog posts and tweets). If you were going to be stranded on a desert island and allowed to take 3 or 4 books with you what books would you bring? 1. Courage is Calling by Ryan Holiday. 2. Atomic Habits by James Clear. 3. The Bible. Author Websites and Profiles Adam Pascarella Website: https://reversedinpart.com/ Adam Pascarella Amazon Profile: https://www.amazon.com/Adam-Pascarella/e/B09SGL9HGT/ Showcased Author- 3.) Ravi Ranjan Goswami Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written. I am a native of Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, India. I am a retired Indian customs officer and a writer. I have penned around 20 books. What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it? My latest book is inspired by yoga, its title is the Asht Yogis. Do you have any unusual writing habits? No. What authors, or books have influenced you? Premchand, MK Gandhi, Graham Green. What are you working on now? I am converting my short stories to audio books. What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books? I prefer Awesome gang, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram. Do you have any advice for new authors? Read more and write regularly. What is the best advice you have ever heard? Trust in God and do your duty. What are you reading now? A Hindi novel Shiv se Shivatva What’s next for you as a writer? To write better and better. If you were going to be stranded on a desert island and allowed to take 3 or 4 books with you what books would you bring? 4 Vedas. Author Websites and Profiles Ravi Ranjan Goswami Amazon Profile: https://www.amazon.com/Ravi-Ranjan-Goswami/e/B00PGZP0DG%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share Ravi Ranjan Goswami Author Profile on Smashwords: https://www.smashwords.com/profile/view/goswamirr Your guest appearance on my blog peeping all of this great author content that I have shared with you today is highly appreciated. Hopefully, you are enjoying the author summaries of some new authors that are out on the market. Perhaps we have found a future best seller? Let me know, in the comment section below, if you either like or dislike the author showcase content? I'm also sharing my latest (8) podcast episodes that are listed down below from The Verbally Disastrous Podcast, via links for Spotify & YouTube down below. If you are into reading on a Kindle, check out my newest short story release that belongs to my Construction Tales-Told By A Woman Kindle Vella Library short story series on Amazon down below. This new short story #11 is entitled, "Juggling Motherhood & Working With The Tools". This short story covers my life as a widowed, single mother in the era when I juggled both motherhood and my career as a journeywoman electrician. The previous short story is #10 is entitled, "Early Life Lessons & Characters To Meet As An Apprentice". If anyone has read any of my other previous short stories, by all means, let me know what you think? Check out the links for my book #ConstructionTales down below. I'm sharing with you my blog posts this afternoon while juggling work. Try to blast through your Monday despite the fact that it's a Monday- I feel your pain! :) I wish you a great morning/afternoon/evening on your side of the globe and a restful or productive day!

Photo Credit: Call To Action Marketing Logo- John Collazo, CEO Link To Construction Tales: Volume I: A Woman's Journey To Become An Electrician (Paperback & Kindle) On Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Construction-Tales-Womans-Journey-Electrician/dp/1467960160 Link To Construction Tales: A Young Person's Guide To Accomplish Anything In Life (Paperback & Kindle) On Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Construction-Tales-Persons-Accomplish-Anything/dp/1497593115 U.S.A.: Use This Link For The Audio Version Of My Book #ConstructionTales On Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/B07P5PNCS7/?source_code=AUDFPWS0223189MWT-BK-ACX0-144253&ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_144253_rh_us United Kingdom: Use This Link For The Audio Version Of My Book #ConstructionTales On Audible: https://www.audible.co.uk/pd/B07P5PP7RW/?source_code=AUKFrDlWS02231890H6-BK-ACX0-144253&ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_144253_rh_uk France, Belgium, Switzerland: Use This Link For The Audio Version Of My Book #ConstructionTales On Audible: https://www.audible.fr/pd/B07P7RYP4G/?source_code=FRAORWS022318903B-BK-ACX0-144253&ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_144253_rh_fr Germany, Austria, Switzerland: Use This Link For The Audio Version Of My Book #ConstructionTales On Audible: https://www.audible.de/pd/B07P8W3MVY/?source_code=EKAORWS0223189009-BK-ACX0-144253&ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_144253_rh_de VERBALLY DISASTROUS PODCAST EPISODE LINKS: Here is the link to the Verbally Disastrous Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2dFYgX4dUiHaMfJ4gigLY0?si=KcR-D8RyRnKGk1wuPOqa1Q&dl_branch=1 Verbally Disastrous! Season #1, Episode #43: Part A- Tramping In Cali! on YouTube: https://youtu.be/6XzVL9ybKHA Verbally Disastrous! Season #1, Episode #44: Part B- Tramping In Cali! on YouTube: https://youtu.be/TFDLB5talUo Verbally Disastrous! Season #1, Episode #45: Part C- Tramping In Cali! on YouTube: https://youtu.be/nYRVJNya0lU Verbally Disastrous! Season #2, Episode #46:Early Life Lessons & Characters To Meet As An Apprentice On YouTube: https://youtu.be/IcQ4-uGankA Verbally Disastrous Podcast! S#2, Ep. #47: Part A- Juggling Motherhood & Working With The Tools on YouTube: https://youtu.be/qWhf4lGmcXo Verbally Disastrous Podcast! S#2, Ep. #48: Part B- Juggling Motherhood & Working With The Tools on YouTube: https://youtu.be/wO8nXSRw7sU Verbally Disastrous Podcast- S#2, Episode #49: Just Released Not All Girls Play With Dolls!! on YouTube: https://youtu.be/go1FdOI5eYY Verbally Disastrous Podcast- S#2, Episode #50: My First 7 Weeks As A Site Safety Manager on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_DKA-q72dNw I recently shared my latest short story that has been loaded up to my Construction Tales-Told By A Woman Kindle Vella Library on Amazon. This is short story #11 entitled, "Juggling Motherhood & Working With The Tools". This short story covers my life as a widowed, single mother in the era when I juggled both motherhood and my career as a journeywoman electrician. I share the various challenges I faced and lessons learned along the way. The previous short story is entitled: #10: "Early Life Lessons & Characters To Meet As An Apprentice". I decided to write about some life lessons such as guarding your personal information, managing nasty rumors, combating sexual harassment, gender discrimination, and racism. Overall, the construction culture has improved dramatically over the past 25-years. Developing both a thick skin and a sharp tongue are key tools needed to survive various jobsite antics. I hope you learn something from this short story. There are more to come. These short stories are now also available as Verbally Disastrous podcast episodes. Construction Tales- Told By A Woman: (11) Kindle Vella Short Stories On Amazon!! https://www.amazon.com/kindle-vella/product/B096N8NSGM The Verbally Disastrous Store On Tee-Spring:

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