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Loose Leaf Authors

By A writer's journal

Join us for this multi-author podcast full of big personalities and crazy ideas. Charity Bradford has been writing for ten years and has published multiple books in two genres. Hillary Ann Sperry is a fairly new published romance author with two titles under her belt. And last but not least, Kahle von Bose is a writer chasing that dream of becoming published in the fantasy genre. He may be new, but his years of creating stories for RPGs has taught him more than he knows.
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S2 E47 Phyllis Hodges Interview

Loose Leaf Authors Jul 27, 2021

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S2 E47 Phyllis Hodges Interview

S2 E47 Phyllis Hodges Interview

Phyllis Hodges joins us today to talk about her living history books 8 YEARS OF UNFORGETTABLE HISTORY and GIRL POWER. This charismatic and upbeat woman shares how she got into writing and how personal it is for her.

Learn more about Phyllis on her website:

http://doyouphylme.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Carousel-Fit-4-Life-Wellness-Center-139201436134396/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carouselfit4life

Visit https://anchor.fm/charity-bradford/support to support Loose Leaf Authors

For questions or topic requests, email me at:

charity.bradford@gmail.com

Join the Leaf Pile on Facebook at:

https://www.facebook.com/looseleafpodcast

We are also on Clubhouse! Join us on Tuesdays for a music writing prompt and Thursdays for writing sprints.

And, check out the unedited videos of our recording sessions on our YouTube channel:

https://www.youtube.com/user/solstice1974

Intro and Outro music by Kahle von Bose

Charity/River’s Website:

Website: https://www.charitybradford-riverford.com

Hillary Ann Sperry’s Website:

https://www.hillarysperry.com

Kahle’s Soundcloud RSS (get to know a different side of him!)

https://soundcloud.com/kahle-von-bose

Jul 27, 202147:18
S2 E46 Dr. Vanessa Howard Interview: From the Projects to a PHD
Jul 07, 202152:25
S2 E45 Damien Larkin Interview: Blood Red Sand
Jun 30, 202156:30
S2 E44 Celeste Barclay Interview

S2 E44 Celeste Barclay Interview

Celeste Barclay joins us to talk about writing strong, diverse characters to help us put out the best possible product.

Highlights:

~Become your character

~Make sure there is growth on some level from the beginning to the end

~Think of your character as a real human being rather than some object

We also talk about being an “Authorpreneure.” You can learn more about Celeste and her historical romance at the following links.

www.celestebarclay.com

Facebook: celestembarclay

Instagram: celestebarclayauthor

Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Celeste-Barclay/e/B07C7N2FHQ

Visit https://anchor.fm/charity-bradford/support to support Loose Leaf Authors

For questions or topic requests, email me at:

charity.bradford@gmail.com

Join the Leaf Pile on Facebook at:

https://www.facebook.com/looseleafpodcast

We are also on Clubhouse! Join us on Tuesdays for a music writing prompt and Thursdays for writing sprints.

And, check out the unedited videos of our recording sessions on our YouTube channel:

https://www.youtube.com/user/solstice1974

Intro and Outro music by Kahle von Bose

Charity/River’s Website:

Website: https://www.charitybradford-riverford.com

Hillary Ann Sperry’s Website:

https://www.hillarysperry.com

Kahle’s Soundcloud RSS (get to know a different side of him!)

https://soundcloud.com/kahle-von-bose

Jun 15, 202145:57
S2 E43 June Writing Reboot

S2 E43 June Writing Reboot

Charity and Kahle sit for the first time in almost two months to talk writing. What they're up to, their goals, and what's coming in season two of the podcast.   

Visit https://anchor.fm/charity-bradford/support to support Loose Leaf Authors  

For questions or topic requests, email me at: charity.bradford@gmail.com  

Join the Leaf Pile on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/looseleafpodcast 

We are also on Clubhouse! Loose Leaf Podcast will host writing sprints, music writing prompts/challenges, and other writing related jam sessions. So come find us, join our club, and leave us a message on Facebook about the things you'd like to talk about and what times work well for you.   

Intro and Outro music by Kahle von Bose  

Charity/River’s Website: https://www.charitybradford-riverford.com 

Hillary Ann Sperry’s Website: https://www.hillarysperry.com 

Kahle’s Soundcloud RSS (get to know a different side of him!) https://soundcloud.com/kahle-von-bose

Jun 09, 202124:51
S2 E42 Interview with Andrew Davie

S2 E42 Interview with Andrew Davie

Originally from NYC, Andrew Davie writes short stories in speculative fiction and hardboiled novellas in the crime genre. He also hosts the podcast "A Fistful of Faceful" which delves into the history, development, and dark heart of heavy metal. Today, he talks with us about writing, overcoming a burst brain aneurism, and why "good writing makes people feel less alone." ~David Foster Wallace  

Learn more about his upcoming memoir (Land of Allusion, coming June 29th, 2021) and other works on his website at: https://andrew-davie.com 

You can find the Happy Hour With Heather and Guests on facebook. http://www.facebook.com/groups/255344322315518  

Visit https://anchor.fm/charity-bradford/support to support Loose Leaf Authors  

For questions or topic requests, email me at: charity.bradford@gmail.com  

Join the Leaf Pile on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/looseleafpodcast  

Intro and Outro music by Kahle von Bose  

Charity/River’s Website: Website: https://www.charitybradford-riverford.com  

Hillary Ann Sperry’s Website: https://www.hillarysperry.com  

Kahle’s Soundcloud RSS (get to know a different side of him!) https://soundcloud.com/kahle-von-bose

Jun 01, 202146:32
S2 E41 Interview with Maria Marotti
May 18, 202145:56
40 Jeni Fred Interview
Apr 19, 202142:32
39 The March Music Challenge
Apr 09, 202129:21
38 Interview with Fred Rutter

38 Interview with Fred Rutter

Fred Rutter is a memoirist who shares many nuggets of wisdom with us in today’s interview. A metaphorical road of sustaining his sobriety along with an epic road trip across the country without a road map include lessons we can all benefit from. Get out and live life. Pause and enjoy that moment. Be okay with being okay because nothing is ever perfect. You can learn more about Fred and his book HITTING THE ROAD WITHOUT A MAP at his website https://www.hittingtheroadwithoutamap.com His book is available on Indie Bound books, Barnes & Noble, Books-a-Million, and Amazon. For questions or topic requests, email me at: charity.bradford@gmail.com Join the Leaf Pile on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/looseleafpodcast You can find full episode transcripts at: https://www.charitybradford-riverford.com/episode-transcripts And, check out the unedited videos of our recording sessions on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/solstice1974 Intro and Outro music by Kahle von Bose Charity/River’s Website: Website: https://www.charitybradford-riverford.com Hillary Ann Sperry’s Website: https://www.hillarysperry.com Kahle’s Soundcloud RSS (get to know a different side of him!) https://soundcloud.com/kahle-von-bose
Mar 24, 202153:49
37 February Music Challenge

37 February Music Challenge

We did a writing to music challenge the last weekend in February. It just took a bit to get it posted for you. You can find the song we used in our YouTube music challenge playlist.

For questions or topic requests, email me at:
charity.bradford@gmail.com

Join the Leaf Pile on Facebook at:
www.facebook.com/looseleafpodcast

You can find full episode transcripts at:
www.charitybradford-riverford.com/episode-transcripts

And, check out the unedited videos of our recording sessions on our YouTube channel:
www.youtube.com/user/solstice1974

Intro and Outro music by Kahle von Bose

Charity/River’s Website:
Website: www.charitybradford-riverford.com

Hillary Ann Sperry’s Website:
www.hillarysperry.com

Kahle’s Soundcloud RSS (get to know a different side of him!)
soundcloud.com/kahle-von-bose
Mar 09, 202132:22
36 The Writer's Cookbook Interview
Feb 18, 202101:05:38
35 One Man Book Club

35 One Man Book Club

Please welcome Dan the reading dad from One Man Book Club! He talks about his website meant to empower parents and all readers to make informed decisions on what they choose to read. His "Read Happier" campaign is something we can definitely get behind.

Links for this episode:
Website:
onemanbookclub.com/
Facebook: www.facebook.com/onemanbookclub/
Let’s Talk Books! Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/onemanbookclub
Twitter: twitter.com/oneman_bookclub
Instagram: www.instagram.com/onemanbookclub/
YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UC3-ewHp_BGq7pQWwx3TYcqQ/videos
Goodreads: www.goodreads.com/user/show/6164071-one-man-book-club
6 Tips for Picking Books You’ll Love (Instead of Ones You’ll Hate): onemanbookclub.com/2020/07/17/6-tips-for-picking-books-youll-love-instead-of-ones-youll-hate/
How to have a life AND read a lot of books: 10 tips from a busy dad: onemanbookclub.com/2018/04/12/how-to-have-a-life-and-read-a-lot-of-books-10-tips-from-from-a-busy-dad/

For questions or topic requests, email me at:
charity.bradford@gmail.com

Join the Leaf Pile on Facebook at:
www.facebook.com/looseleafpodcast

You can find full episode transcripts at:
www.charitybradford-riverford.com/episode-transcripts

And, check out the unedited videos of our recording sessions on our YouTube channel:
www.youtube.com/user/solstice1974

Intro and Outro music by Kahle von Bose

Charity/River’s Website:
Website: www.charitybradford-riverford.com

Hillary Ann Sperry’s Website:
www.hillarysperry.com

Kahle’s Soundcloud RSS (get to know a different side of him!)
soundcloud.com/kahle-von-bose
Feb 11, 202143:34
34 Finding Authentic?
Feb 04, 202127:47
33 Finding Your Story Worthy Problem?
Jan 29, 202132:19
32 Benjamin Fife Interview
Jan 21, 202158:60
31 Miracles Music Challenge
Jan 15, 202132:40
30 New Year, New Goals, New Perspective?
Jan 07, 202140:13
29 End Of Year Special Reading
Dec 31, 202019:54
28 Ryburn Dobbs Interview
Dec 24, 202029:09
27 Sunken Cathedral Writing to Music Challenge
Dec 17, 202038:04
26 Scott Coon Interview
Dec 11, 202035:36
25 Blogcast--How Music Influences Our Stories
Dec 01, 202031:30
24 Damien Larkin Interview

24 Damien Larkin Interview

Transcript available at:
www.charitybradford-riverford.com/damien-larkin-interview

Today's blogcast is an interview with Irish scifi author, Damien Larkin. He talks about how his life experiences influenced his writing as well as shares some great advice for new writers.

Make sure to check out his debut novel, BIG RED on amazon.
Traumatized by the effects of Compression travel, soldier Darren Loughlin holds the key to the fate of Earth’s Martian colonies. With his Battalion decimated, his fractured memory holds the only clues to the colony-wide communications blackout...

It's a great ride from page one all the way to the end. www.amazon.com/dp/B07NQM7W5S

For questions or topic requests, email me at:
charity.bradford@gmail.com

Damien Larkin Links:
FB: www.facebook.com/DamienLarkinAuthor/
Twitter: twitter.com/Damo_Dangerman
IG: www.instagram.com/damo_danger_larkin/
Website: www.damienlarkinbooks.com

Other Links mentioned in the podcast:
Bard of the Isles (British and Irish Writer's Community): www.bardoftheisles.com
Insecure Writers Support Group:
www.insecurewriterssupportgroup.com
Alex J Cavanaugh:
www.alexjcavanaugh.com
Dancing Lemur Press:
www.dancinglemurpressllc.com

Charity/River’s Website:
Website: www.charitybradford-riverford.com

Hillary Ann Sperry’s Website:
www.hillarysperry.com

Kahle’s Soundcloud RSS (get to know a different side of him!)
soundcloud.com/kahle-von-bose
Nov 25, 202038:34
Blogcast 23 Mid - NANO Slump

Blogcast 23 Mid - NANO Slump

"I hate Nano!" Join us today for our version of the middle of November writing slumps. Everyone has changed their goals. What about you?

You can find full episode transcripts at:
www.charitybradford-riverford.com/episode-transcripts

If you have any questions or topic suggestions, feel free to email us at charity.bradford@gmail.com or find our facebook page:
www.facebook.com/looseleafpodcast

AND...how do you like our new intro/outro music? It's something Kahle made up on the spot. We'll let you know when he gives it a name.

Charity/River’s Website:
Website: www.charitybradford-riverford.com

Hillary Ann Sperry’s Website:
www.hillarysperry.com

Kahle’s Soundcloud RSS (get to know a different side of him!)
soundcloud.com/kahle-von-bose
Nov 18, 202021:03
Blogcast 22 End Of Week 1 Of Nano
Nov 10, 202018:38
Blogcast 21 The Podcast Of Mush, AKA Time Management

Blogcast 21 The Podcast Of Mush, AKA Time Management

Welcome to the podcast of mush! What does toast, screws, ADHD, and sleep have to do with time management excuses? Listen to find out. As always, stay tuned after the podcast for a few bloopers or extra chit chat.

You’ll quickly note that we recorded this before Nanowrimo started. We are planning some live videos where you can share what you’re doing for Nano or ask us questions on our Facebook group. Come follow and watch for that bonus content.
www.facebook.com/looseleafpodcast

You can find full episode transcripts at:
www.charitybradford-riverford.com/episode-transcripts

For questions or topic requests, you can also email me at:
charity.bradford@gmail.com

Charity/River’s Website:
Website: www.charitybradford-riverford.com

Hillary Ann Sperry’s Website:
www.hillarysperry.com

Kahle’s Soundcloud RSS (get to know a different side of him!)
soundcloud.com/kahle-von-bose

Other Links you may find helpful:

Jordan Page Productivity Bootcamp:
productivitybootcamp.com/

How to ADHD
video on Productivity
www.youtube.com/watch?v=siHBuHdOhCY
Highly recommend subscribing to this channel and watching the whole catalog of videos here, or just the ones interesting to you. Jessica has a great personality and is willing to be honest with her followers, to help you understand what life with ADHD is like and how you can navigate that world or help someone you love navigate that world.
www.youtube.com/channel/UC-nPM1_kSZf91ZGkcgy_95Q

Art of Manliness Podcast episodes on productivity
www.artofmanliness.com/articles/podcast-450-how-to-make-time-for-what-really-matters-every-day/
www.artofmanliness.com/articles/podcast-196-the-science-of-self-motivation-productivity/
www.artofmanliness.com/articles/podcast-257-productivity-project/
www.artofmanliness.com/articles/get-1-better-every-day-the-kaizen-way-to-self-improvement/
www.artofmanliness.com/articles/digital-minimalism-cal-newport/
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Music: Easy Lemon (30 second) by Kevin MacLeod
Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3695-easy-lemon-30-second-
License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Nov 03, 202031:51
Blogcast 20 Author Imposters
Oct 28, 202020:22
Author Interview--Suspense Author Traci Hunter Abramson
Oct 21, 202034:06
Blogcast 18 Three Leaves Blowing In The Breeze
Oct 14, 202031:51
Blogcast 17 Journal And Balance
Oct 07, 202026:54
Episode 16 Plotting Vs Pantsing
Sep 30, 202039:18
Blogcast 15--Choosing NOT to complete your goals
Sep 23, 202013:05
Episode 14 - -Writing the Opposite Gender POV

Episode 14 - -Writing the Opposite Gender POV

Join us as we talk about the differences between men and women and how that affects the way we write our characters. Can we smash the stereotypes and discover what makes the best realistic heroes and heroines?

Questions (From A Lee Martinez below) to ask while developing a character of the opposite gender:
IS THIS CHARACTER OBJECTIFIED?
IS GENDER BEING SUBSTITUTED FOR PERSONALITY?
AM I TRYING TOO HARD TO SUBVERT EXPECTATIONS?
DO I CARE ABOUT THIS CHARACTER?

Links from the podcast:
A Lee Martinez and How to Write from the Opposite Genders POV—https://www.writersdigest.com/write-better-fiction/how-to-write-from-the-opposite-genders-point-of-view

The Four Rs of Writing Characters of the Opposite Gender--
www.writersdigest.com/write-better-fiction/the-four-rs-of-writing-characters-of-the-opposite-gender

Being a better writer: Writing the opposite gender—https://maxonwriting.com/2015/05/18/being-a-better-writer-writing-the-opposite-gender/

Fast and Easy Guide to writing opposite gender--https://www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/fast-and-easy-guide-to-writing/
Range: How Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World by David Epstein
www.amazon.com/dp/B07PHLNR28

Website: www.charitybradford-riverford.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/looseleafpodcast
Charity Bradford's Amazon Page: www.amazon.com/Charity-Bradford/e/B00FA3QRKO
River Ford's Amazon Page: www.amazon.com/River-Ford/e/B071NRRS1T
Hillary Ann Sperry’s Amazon Page:
www.amazon.com/Hillary-Ann-Sperry/e/B07FJY2ZCQ

Intro Music: Easy Lemon (30 second) by Kevin MacLeod
Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3695-easy-lemon-30-second-
License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Sep 15, 202038:29
Behind The Story Of Teacher's Crush
Aug 18, 202016:58
Blogcast 12 - -Writing Journal 1
Aug 12, 202013:23
Blogcast 11 - -Searching For Authentic
Jul 30, 202035:09
Author Interview With Hillary Ann Sperry

Author Interview With Hillary Ann Sperry

Today we visit with author Hillary Ann Sperry about her brand of contemporary small-town romance.

Links mentioned in the interview:
Hillary Ann Sperry on Amazon—https://www.amazon.com/Hillary-Ann-Sperry/e/B07FJY2ZCQ

Missouri Star Block magazine
www.missouriquiltco.com/shop/magazine

StoryMakers and Indie Author Hub Writer’s Conference www.smiahwritersconference.com

Eureka in Love series page—you can find Forgetting You (available now) and pre-order Ghost of Love
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07YNWWS2D

Love Under Lockdown Boxed Set (25 short stories by 25 authors)—https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B087QTJY61

Music: Easy Lemon (30 second) by Kevin MacLeod
Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3695-easy-lemon-30-second-
License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Jul 01, 202024:40
Author Interview With Johan Twiss

Author Interview With Johan Twiss

Today we talk with Johan Twiss about his I Am Sleepless series along with some of the things he is passionate about. His books are available in ebook, paperback, hardback, and some in audio.

You can find Johan Twiss at his website:
www.johantwiss.com
Amazon: www.amazon.com/Johan-Twiss/e/B017ARJI5I
Facebook: www.facebook.com/JohanTwiss/

If you are interested in learning more about how to help combat human trafficking, check out the following organizations that are some of Johan’s favorites.

International Justice Mission— www.ijm.org
Operation Underground Railroad— ourrescue.org
Free the Slaves— www.freetheslaves.net

Don’t forget that one way you can support these organizations, or others of your choice, is by making Amazon purchases through smile.amazon.com.

Easy Lemon (30 second) by Kevin MacLeod
Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3695-easy-lemon-30-second-
License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Jun 22, 202030:55
Episode 8 - -Has It All Been Done Before?
Jun 09, 202019:09
Behind The Story Of FADE INTO ME
May 12, 202020:20
Blogcast 6 - -Meet The Kids
May 03, 202041:50
Episode 5: Writing Scenarios
Apr 24, 202011:46
Behind the Story Landscape Love
Apr 11, 202008:34
Behind the Story-The Magic Wakes part 2
Apr 03, 202016:51
Behind the Story of The Magic Wakes
Apr 03, 202007:53
Behind The Story Chocolate Kisses
Apr 02, 202013:31