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A Book Finds You!

Many believe that authors effortlessly stumble upon the inspiration for their books, when in truth, it's often the inspiration that discovers them. Tune in each week as authors from various genres share the stories behind their creative sparks and the journeys they undertook to bring those ideas to life.

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Update frequency
every 6 days
Average duration
32 minutes
Episodes
39
Years Active
2024 - 2025
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Amy Schisler

Amy Schisler

 Amy shares the captivating story behind her inspiration and the unique writing process that brought her characters to life. Join us as we explore the challenges and routines that shape her creative …

00:03:25  |   Fri 07 Mar 2025
Jean Burgess

Jean Burgess

Follow Jean as she recounts her process of writing about her experiences touring with a swing band. Discover the creative process that led Jean to transform her memories into a compelling narrative, …

00:36:54  |   Fri 28 Feb 2025
Ann Bracken

Ann Bracken

Ann shares her harrowing experiences with depression, the challenges of over-medication, and the profound impact of her mother’s struggles with mental health. In this episode, host Rob Jolles delves …

00:32:53  |   Fri 21 Feb 2025
Debra Wright Mosby

Debra Wright Mosby

In this episode, we dive into the  world of Debra Wright Mosby, a former conflict and diversity solutions consultant turned children's book author. Debra shares her enlightening perspective on divers…

00:28:23  |   Fri 14 Feb 2025
Dale Lehman

Dale Lehman

Dale shares how a simple flash fiction joke transformed into his latest humorous crime caper, Rooftop Sonata, revealing the creative process behind his characters and the unexpected inspirations that…

00:37:15  |   Fri 07 Feb 2025
Dian Seidel

Dian Seidel

Discover how the COVID-19 pandemic inspired Dian to transform her experiences into her memoir, "Kindergarten at 60," and the creative process behind capturing the vibrant culture and unforgettable ch…

00:33:48  |   Fri 31 Jan 2025
Les Deck

Les Deck

Join us as Les shares his journey of writing poetry over three decades, the connective themes within his poems, and the profound impact they have had on his life and those around him. Discover how he…

00:31:39  |   Fri 24 Jan 2025
R.L.Kramer

R.L.Kramer

Meet R.L. Kramer  as he joins us to share his journey from child psychiatry and drug addiction to managing his attention span without medication. In this episode, we delve into his literary memoir, "…

00:33:04  |   Fri 17 Jan 2025
Flo McCahon

Flo McCahon

Writing under the pseudonym Millie Mack, Flo shares her unique approach to storytelling, starting with a murder and letting the story unfold from there. Discover her insights on the writing process, …

00:34:19  |   Fri 10 Jan 2025
Pat Valdata

Pat Valdata

In this episode of A Book Finds You!, we welcome Pat Valdata, an award-winning poet, novelist, retired university professor, and accomplished pilot. Pat shares her journey of writing her second poetr…

00:35:09  |   Fri 20 Dec 2024
David Sloan

David Sloan

Join us in this thought-provoking episode as we delve into the mind of David Sloan, a Baltimore-based novelist and neuroscientist, discussing his intriguing book, "Cameraman." Host Rob Jolles explore…

00:34:52  |   Fri 13 Dec 2024
Kae Wagner

Kae Wagner

In this captivating episode of "A Book Finds You," host Rob Jolles welcomes the talented Kae Wagner, a versatile author who has made a remarkable transition from business writing to fiction. Kae shar…

00:39:02  |   Sat 07 Dec 2024
Shannon Bohrer

Shannon Bohrer

In a riveting podcast episode, we delve into the depths of the criminal justice system with Shannon Bohrer, a former Maryland State Police officer and author of the eye-opening book, "Judicial Soup."…

00:35:56  |   Fri 15 Nov 2024
Burt Clark

Burt Clark

Burt's book, "I Can't Save You and Don't Want to Die Trying: American Fire Culture," delves into the critical aspects of fire safety and prevention, offering insights that can save lives.

Burt's story…

00:29:59  |   Fri 08 Nov 2024
Frances Altman

Frances Altman

Frances's story is a testament to the power of perseverance and the importance of evolving with the times. She began her writing career in the communications field, where she honed her skills and dev…

00:35:18  |   Fri 01 Nov 2024
Zorina Frey

Zorina Frey

In a world where societal expectations often dictate our paths, finding the courage to embrace our true selves can be a daunting journey. Our latest podcast episode features an inspiring author who h…

00:34:06  |   Fri 25 Oct 2024
Anita Nahal

Anita Nahal

This episode delves into the writing world with acclaimed Indian American author and professor Anita Nahal. Join host Rob Jolles as they discuss Nahal's inspirations, writing process, and challenges …

00:33:47  |   Fri 18 Oct 2024
Kari Ann Martindale

Kari Ann Martindale

In this episode of A Book Finds You! we welcome Kari Ann Martindale, a Pushcart-nominated poet & spoken word artist who has read at Arts guilds across Maryland and performed at the White House. She s…

00:21:51  |   Fri 11 Oct 2024
Introduction

Introduction

In this introductory episode, you will learn about the Maryland Writers' Association and what to expect from our podcast.
00:02:42  |   Thu 10 Oct 2024
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