http://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writersBooks of poetry and prose, from the novice to the professional, we share our works and words with you. Interviews and reviews.enBlogTalkRadio.com. All Rights Reserved.Sat, 15 Jun 2019 17:00:00 GMTThu, 22 Jan 2015 18:00:00 GMTBooksBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/ad19a080-e506-40cd-9377-8421b66f744d_btr_cover_page.jpghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writersBooks of poetry and prose, from the novice to the professional, we share our works and words with you. Interviews and reviews.feeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.combooks,writing,sonia nadina haynes,elaine eaton berg,barry jakel,writer,author,canadian author,editing,mystery novelPoets ProsenoBooks of poetry and prose, from the novice to the professional, we share our works and words with you. Interviews and reviews.episodichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2015/01/22/barry-jakel-is-back-this-time-he-will-talk-about-his-latest-book-and-moreBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2015/01/22/barry-jakel-is-back-this-time-he-will-talk-about-his-latest-book-and-more/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2015/01/22/barry-jakel-is-back-this-time-he-will-talk-about-his-latest-book-and-moreThu, 22 Jan 2015 18:00:00 GMTBarry Jakel is back! This time he will talk about his latest book and more!Join Sonia Nadina and Barry Jakel in conversation. Barry has published his latest book, Birth , Death, and as the Crow Flies. He is also excited about the NSWA's latest anthology release, Fuse.  Born in Calgary Alberta in 1948, Barry now resides on Vancouver’s North Shore. His career path included early stops in Ottawa and Calgary before beginning his goal to become a broadcaster with seventeen years in radio as an announcer and writer. It all began in 1970 with a move to 100 Mile House in British Columbia’s Cariboo Country and before it was over, his journeys took him to Quesnel, Kelowna, Vernon, and finally Vancouver’s lower mainland where he ended his broadcasting days. Barry has recently retired, after twenty-three enjoyable and memorable years in sales and marketing with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra. Always an optimist, (after all, he is a die-hard Chicago Cubs fan) he is now exploring new horizons with his special life partner Maria by his side.  Barry is also author of Excuse me! Your sun is in my shadow, Follow The Heron's Flight Home and his latest Birth, Death and, as the Crow Flies. You can find his books on Blurb North Shore Writers’ Association is a fellowship of all kinds of writers at all levels, from novice to professional. Published and unpublished. They have been linking writers on the North Shore since 1993   00:34:00Poets ProsenoNSWA,Barry Jakel,Writers,writing,anthologyJoin Sonia Nadina and Barry Jakel in conversation. Barry has published his latest book, Birth , Death, and as the Crow Flies. He is also excited about the NSWA'http://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2014/07/04/sonia-nadina-haynes-talks-with-samantha-chardin-about-her-new-bookBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2014/07/04/sonia-nadina-haynes-talks-with-samantha-chardin-about-her-new-book/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2014/07/04/sonia-nadina-haynes-talks-with-samantha-chardin-about-her-new-bookFri, 04 Jul 2014 18:00:00 GMTSonia Nadina Haynes talks with Samantha Chardin about her new book!Call in at (646) 652-2271 Samantha Chardin is back! She speaks with Sonia Nadina about her new book Roman Holy Day which is available in E-Book format on Amazon.ca. About the Book. Roman Holy Day – What happens when a religious cult that re-creates ancient Rome abducts an atheist, and they treat her so well she wants to stay and rule them as their leader? Will she do as the Romans do?  About the Author Sam Chardin has travelled the world and enjoyed the opportunity to meet every sort of person you can imagine along the way. Sam is a citizen or permanent resident of several nations. She was born in France but has spent most of her life in English-speaking countries. She’s new to Canada and loving the friendly and beautiful people of Vancouver. Sam is working on novels as well as a memoir. You can follow her on Twitter @bigmouthdiva and read her blog at www.samchardin.com North Shore Writers Association website: www.nswriters.org 00:32:00Poets ProsenoSamantha Chardin,Roman Holy Day,writer,mystery novelCall in at (646) 652-2271 Samantha Chardin is back! She speaks with Sonia Nadina about her new book Roman Holy Day which is available in E-Book format on Amahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2014/07/03/sonia-nadina-interviews-rod-baker-about-his-upcoming-bookBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2014/07/03/sonia-nadina-interviews-rod-baker-about-his-upcoming-book/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2014/07/03/sonia-nadina-interviews-rod-baker-about-his-upcoming-bookThu, 03 Jul 2014 17:00:00 GMTSonia Nadina Interviews Rod Baker about his upcoming bookThe call in number is (646) 652-2271 Join Sonia Nadina Haynes in a chat with Rod Baker, author of Constant Traveller #R00186 Rod grew up in England and immigrated to Canada at age 21. He worked on the tugboats until running aground and sinking in the Haida Gwai. He then found work ashore as  boatbuilder.             In 1975, with a mortgage and a family, he was laid off, couldn’t find work, and started a boat repair company, which he ran for twenty years. In 1997 he retrained and opened a practice as a psychotherapist. From 2002 - 2012 he became Executive Director of non-profit mental health service providers. He is currently renovating his home and learning how to become a writer. About The Book.         Rod is unhappy with the dullness of small town post-war England and, at age sixteen, escapes by going sea. Life aboard ship presents a host of unexpected challenges. But as the world unfolds before him, a variety of fascinating experiences capture his attention: Mao’s China, the poverty of Africa, the abundance of America, exotic Tahiti, insurgents in Aden, Sumo wrestlers, and bold Swedish women all blend together in an intoxicating kaleidoscope of cultures and adventures.          Young and impressionable, Rod tries to fit into the strange new environment of shipboard life by following the not always helpful advice and behaviours of his fellow shipmates. This is a coming-of-age tale set in the sixties on the background of the high seas. Due to an unexpected change of course, the final voyage leaves Rod high and dry in Vancouver. North Shore Writers' Association Website: www.nswriters.org 00:33:00Poets Prosenomemoir,writing,merchant marine,merchant navy,North Shore Writer's AssociationThe call in number is (646) 652-2271 Join Sonia Nadina Haynes in a chat with Rod Baker, author of Constant Traveller #R00186 Rod grew up in England and immigrhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2014/05/28/sonia-nadina-haynes-interviews-barry-jakel-about-his-new-bookBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2014/05/28/sonia-nadina-haynes-interviews-barry-jakel-about-his-new-book/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2014/05/28/sonia-nadina-haynes-interviews-barry-jakel-about-his-new-bookWed, 28 May 2014 17:00:00 GMTSonia Nadina Haynes interviews Barry Jakel about his new Book.Join Sonia Nadina Haynes as she interviews Barry Jakel about his newly published book, Follow The Heron's Flight Home, a book of prose and imagery. Born in Calgary Alberta in 1948, Barry now resides on Vancouver’s North Shore. His career path included early stops in Ottawa and Calgary before beginning his goal to become a broadcaster with seventeen years in radio as an announcer and writer. It all began in 1970 with a move to 100 Mile House in British Columbia’s Cariboo Country and before it was over, his journeys took him to Quesnel, Kelowna, Vernon, and finally Vancouver’s lower mainland where he ended his broadcasting days. Barry has recently retired, after twenty-three enjoyable and memorable years in sales and marketing with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra. Always an optimist, (after all, he is a die-hard Chicago Cubs fan) he is now exploring new horizons with his special life partner Maria by his side. Barry is also author of Excuse me! Your sun is in my shadow. Purchase Barrys books at Blurb.com   00:30:00Poets ProsenoBarry Jakel,Follow The Heron's Flight Home,North Vancouver,North Shore Writers' Assoc,Sonia Nadina HaynesJoin Sonia Nadina Haynes as she interviews Barry Jakel about his newly published book, Follow The Heron's Flight Home, a book of prose and imagery. Born in Calhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2014/05/27/sonia-nadina-chats-with-author-pasha-parvaneh-hashemiBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2014/05/27/sonia-nadina-chats-with-author-pasha-parvaneh-hashemi/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2014/05/27/sonia-nadina-chats-with-author-pasha-parvaneh-hashemiTue, 27 May 2014 18:00:00 GMTSonia Nadina chats with author Pasha Parvaneh HashemiSonia Nadina Haynes interviews the author of WHO KNOWS WHERE BUTTERFLIES DIE. Affected by war and revolution, and through extensive travel, Pasha Parvaneh Hashemi has come across many people escaping from oppressive, tyrant rulers. These ordinary people - with extraordinary horror stories of their lives under autocratic regimes and their brave escape from their motherland in search of freedom and peace - inspired the author to gather their true tales into this book, Who Knows Where Butterflies Die; which is written as an allegory to protect the identity of its characters. Pasha Parvaneh Hashemi holds a Ph.D. in Information Technology Education and Literature; a Post Master’s degree in Pedagogy Education; as well as degrees in Fine Arts and Graphic and Communications Design.  She is the founder and chair of a non-profit literature club in British Columbia, Canada that promotes language, creative writing and artistry. Who Knows Where Butterflies Die is available in print in major bookstores in North America and in downloadable digital in English and Persian online all over the world. It will soon be available in Spanish and audio.  For more information and to acquire your copy of the book, please, Visit    www.phpasha.com Write to    phpasha@phpasha.com   00:35:00Poets ProsenoPasha Paraneh Hashemi,books,creative writing,Sonia Nadina Haynes,Who Knows Where Butterflies DieSonia Nadina Haynes interviews the author of WHO KNOWS WHERE BUTTERFLIES DIE. Affected by war and revolution, and through extensive travel, Pasha Parvaneh Hashhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2014/05/22/a-chat-with-best-selling-author-kerry-karramBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2014/05/22/a-chat-with-best-selling-author-kerry-karram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2014/05/22/a-chat-with-best-selling-author-kerry-karramThu, 22 May 2014 18:00:00 GMTA Chat With Best Selling Author Kerry KarramJoin Sonia Nadina Haynes in conversation with best selling author Kerry Karram. Kerry is the fourth generation of her family to live at the foot of Grouse Mountain, in North Vancouver, British Columbia. Growing up, walking the trails and seeing the wild life, instilled in her a love for nature. She lives in the family home with her husband Michael and children. Writing a book was something that, as a child, Kerry had told her grandmother she would do one day, and in 2008, she discovered her grandfather Andy Cruickshank’s diary tucked inside a worn, yellowed envelope. Fascinated, she put her graduate studies on hold and, using the diary as one of her sources, began to write Four Degrees Celsius: A story of Arcitc Peril, (Dundurn Press, 2012, Toronto). Her second book, Death Wins in the Arctic, The Lost Winter Patrol of 1910 (Dundurn Press, Toronto) was published a year later, and also became an Amazon 100 Bestseller, in a variety of categories.  Her deep interest in Canadian history and her love for the Far North is reflected in her writing. She is currently working on her third book. Kerry's website: www.kerrykarram.com 00:37:00Poets ProsenoKerry Karram,Four Degrees Celsius,Death Wins The Arctic,Sonia Nadina Haynes,BooksJoin Sonia Nadina Haynes in conversation with best selling author Kerry Karram. Kerry is the fourth generation of her family to live at the foot of Grouse Mounhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2014/05/21/organizing-for-the-writer-with-sonia-nadina-haynesBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2014/05/21/organizing-for-the-writer-with-sonia-nadina-haynes/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2014/05/21/organizing-for-the-writer-with-sonia-nadina-haynesWed, 21 May 2014 18:00:00 GMTOrganizing For The Writer with Sonia Nadina HaynesSonia Nadina Haynes welcomes Samantha Chardin writer, screenwriter and professional organizer. Sam will speak on the importance of organization for optimal productivity for the writer. Sam Chardin has travelled the world and enjoyed the opportunity to meet every sort of person you can imagine along the way. Sam is a citizen or permanent resident of several nations. She was born in France but has spent most of her life in English-speaking countries. She’s new to Canada and loving the friendly and beautiful people of Vancouver.  Sam recently made the switch from screenwriting to novels and created a website to showcase these works as she releases them. She’s a writing veteran, but she’s new to prose. Sam supported her freewheeling lifestyle by working as a professional organizer. This particular skill was honed by the many friends and colleagues who saw her ability to write a lot despite a busy schedule and who wanted a piece of that magic. Sam loves to nurture other creatives by bringing peace to their home. She says that the process of organization can provide clarity to creative work in unexpected ways. You have no idea how much that over-stuffed hall closet is weighing you down!  Visit Sam's website: www.samchardin.com 00:33:00Poets ProsenoSamantha Chardin,writer,Sonia Nadina Haynes,professional organizer,novelsSonia Nadina Haynes welcomes Samantha Chardin writer, screenwriter and professional organizer. Sam will speak on the importance of organization for optimal prodhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2014/05/15/sanford-osler-joins-sonia-nadina-haynes-in-conversation-about-his-new-bookBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2014/05/15/sanford-osler-joins-sonia-nadina-haynes-in-conversation-about-his-new-book/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2014/05/15/sanford-osler-joins-sonia-nadina-haynes-in-conversation-about-his-new-bookThu, 15 May 2014 18:00:00 GMTSanford Osler joins Sonia Nadina Haynes in conversation about his new book.Sonia Nadina Haynes is excited to interview, Sanford Osler, author of Canoe Crossings: Understanding the Craft that helped Shape British Columbia a newly released book by Heritage House. Sanford Osler was introduced to the canoe as a youngster at summer camp, an event that sparked a lifelong interest in the role of the canoe in our history and modern-day lives. This fascination led him to collect information on the subject over many years, meet many of the colourful characters involved with canoes and give talks about these craft to audiences across British Columbia. The book traces the evolution of the various types of canoes (broadly defined to include kayaks and dragon boats) found in BC from their first appearance here to the present, and looks at the impact they have had on the province and its people. Visit Sanford Osler's website.http://sanfordosler.ca 00:31:00Poets Prosenocanoe,Sanford Osler,Canoe Crossings,Sonia Nadina Haynes,British ColumbiaSonia Nadina Haynes is excited to interview, Sanford Osler, author of Canoe Crossings: Understanding the Craft that helped Shape British Columbia a newly releashttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2014/04/02/sonia-nadina-haynes-interviews-author-and-artist-elaine-eaton-bergBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2014/04/02/sonia-nadina-haynes-interviews-author-and-artist-elaine-eaton-berg/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2014/04/02/sonia-nadina-haynes-interviews-author-and-artist-elaine-eaton-bergWed, 02 Apr 2014 17:00:00 GMTSonia Nadina Haynes Interviews Author and Artist Elaine Eaton BergThe call-in number is 1-646-652-2271. Sonia Nadina Haynes interviews Elaine Eaton Berg. Who will read from her upcoming memoir. Author of thriller novels, children’s stories, poetry, a memoir, comedy skits, and poetry Elaine Eaton Berg is passionate about her writing. A duel citizen of Canada and the United States she was born in Chilliwack, British Columbia, and as a small child she moved to California where her father pursued his career as a jewelry designer. When Elaine was ten years of age she moved to Northern Alberta to reside in a rural community called Shamrock Valley.             The artist has made her home in Deep Cove for the past twenty-seven-years and began to write and paint later in life. “The desire to write and paint was like a volcanic force boiling deep within me. When I reached my fifties this force erupted and spilled over. I haven’t stopped either since.” Elaine is a published author and has won prizes for her writing in the NSWA and the CAA. 00:32:00Poets ProsenoElaine Eaton Berg,memior,writer,booksThe call-in number is 1-646-652-2271. Sonia Nadina Haynes interviews Elaine Eaton Berg. Who will read from her upcoming memoir. Author of thriller novels, chilhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2014/03/26/interview-with-author-elaine-eaton-bergBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2014/03/26/interview-with-author-elaine-eaton-berg/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2014/03/26/interview-with-author-elaine-eaton-bergWed, 26 Mar 2014 17:30:00 GMTInterview With Author Elaine Eaton BergJoin in the conversation. The call-in number is 646-652-2271 Author of thriller novels, children’s stories, poetry, a memoir, comedy skits, and poetry Elaine Eaton Berg is passionate about her writing. A duel citizen of Canada and the United States she was born in Chilliwack, British Columbia, and as a small child she moved to California where her father pursued his career as a jewelry designer. When Elaine was ten years of age she moved to Northern Alberta to reside in a rural community called Shamrock Valley.             The artist has made her home in Deep Cove for the past twenty-seven-years and began to write and paint later in life. “The desire to write and paint was like a volcanic force boiling deep within me. When I reached my fifties this force erupted and spilled over. I haven’t stopped either since.” Elaine is a published author and has won prizes for her writing in the NSWA and the CAA. 00:17:00Poets ProsenoElaine Eaton Berg,writing,memoireJoin in the conversation. The call-in number is 646-652-2271 Author of thriller novels, children’s stories, poetry, a memoir, comedy skits, and poetry Elainehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2013/09/11/poet-and-performer-peter-paul-van-campBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2013/09/11/poet-and-performer-peter-paul-van-camp/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2013/09/11/poet-and-performer-peter-paul-van-campWed, 11 Sep 2013 22:00:00 GMTPoet and Performer Peter Paul Van Camp Sonia Nadina Haynes interviews Poet Peter Paul Van Camp. Peter has published one slim volume of verse, "The Better Poems of Peter Paul Van Camp", which ran to two editions, and is presently at work upon a new collection, tentatively entitled "Pre-Posthumous Favorites, and Other Poems". Peter has lived a varied life ending for the time being in North Vancouver, where he delights audiences with his witty reading of his works. PETER PAUL VAN CAMP was born and raised in a small Ohio city, located at the confluence of two rivers, and left there to attend a very small college on a tiny island in the Missouri River, close to where three states meet. 00:33:00Poets ProsenoPeter Paul Van Camp,Poems,Pre Posthumous favorites,Poetry reading,North Shore Writers AssocSonia Nadina Haynes interviews Poet Peter Paul Van Camp. Peter has published one slim volume of verse, "The Better Poems of Peter Paul Van Camp", which ran tohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2013/08/07/interview-with-elaine-berg-813Bookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2013/08/07/interview-with-elaine-berg-813/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2013/08/07/interview-with-elaine-berg-813Wed, 07 Aug 2013 18:00:00 GMTInterview with Elaine BergElaine Eaton Berg About the Author Author of thriller novels, children’s stories, poetry, a memoir, comedy skits, and poetry Elaine Eaton Berg is passionate about her writing. A duel citizen of Canada and the United States she was born in Chilliwack, British Columbia, and as a small child she moved to California where her father pursued his career as a jewelry designer. When Elaine was ten years of age she moved to Northern Alberta to reside in a rural community called Shamrock Valley.             The artist has made her home in Deep Cove for the past twenty-seven-years and began to write and paint later in life. “The desire to write and paint was like a volcanic force boiling deep within me. When I reached my fifties this force erupted and spilled over. I haven’t stopped either since.” Elaine is a published author and has won prizes for her writing in the NSWA and the CAA. 00:36:00Poets ProsenoElaine Eaton Berg,Author,NSWA,writing,ThrillerElaine Eaton Berg About the Author Author of thriller novels, children’s stories, poetry, a memoir, comedy skits, and poetry Elaine Eaton Berg is passionatehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2013/07/30/interview-with-author-barry-jakelBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2013/07/30/interview-with-author-barry-jakel/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2013/07/30/interview-with-author-barry-jakelTue, 30 Jul 2013 03:00:00 GMTInterview with Author Barry Jakel Join Sonia Nadina Haynes as she interviews Barry Jakel author of Excuse Me! Your Sun Is In My Shadow - a book of prose and imagery. Born in Calgary Alberta in 1948, Barry now resides on Vancouver’s North Shore. His career path included early stops in Ottawa and Calgary before beginning his goal to become a broadcaster with seventeen years in radio as an announcer and writer. It all began in 1970 with a move to 100 Mile House in British Columbia’s Cariboo Country and before it was over, his journeys took him to Quesnel, Kelowna, Vernon, and finally Vancouver’s lower mainland where he ended his broadcasting days. Barry has recently retired, after twenty-three enjoyable and memorable years in sales and marketing with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra. Always an optimist, (after all, he is a die-hard Chicago Cubs fan) he is now exploring new horizons with his special life partner Maria by his side. This is his first book, a blend of early and recent thoughts in words, combined with another passion – captured treasured moments of his photography. Contact Barry at barryjakel@gmail.com 00:32:00Poets ProsenoBarry Jakel,Excuse Me Your Sun Is In My Shadow,Book of prose and imagery,photography,HumourJoin Sonia Nadina Haynes as she interviews Barry Jakel author of Excuse Me! Your Sun Is In My Shadow - a book of prose and imagery. Born in Calgary Alberta inhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2013/05/29/a-live-chat-with-poet-joan-boxallBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2013/05/29/a-live-chat-with-poet-joan-boxall/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2013/05/29/a-live-chat-with-poet-joan-boxallWed, 29 May 2013 17:00:00 GMTA live chat with Poet Joan BoxallJoin Sonia Nadina Haynes as she chats with Joan Boxall. A teaching background with a degree in Physical Education, English and French from the University of British Columbia (UBC), Joan later acquired a TESL certificate from Vancouver City College (VCC).  She taught children, teens, and adults in a varied career from Cranbrook’s cradle in the Rockies to the North Shore’s west coast.  She enjoys cross-country skiing, open-water swimming, bicycle touring and kayaking with her husband, Ken.  A bicycle tour of Vancouver Island’s Cowichan Valley will feature in ‘Senior Living’ magazine in 2013.  She has published in ‘Coast & Kayak’ magazine and of course in NSWA anthologies, and is this year’s poetry prizewinner for her poem, ‘Sand Castles’ which is now viewable on youtube. A long-time member of Pandora’s Vox Vocal Ensemble, Joan blends vocals, image and word to kick up some spray in the Youtubing world.   Check out her website:  www.joanboxall.com or go to Joan Boxall on Youtube. 00:36:00Poets ProsenoJoan Boxall,Poet,writing,Pandoras Vox Vocal Ensemble,Sand CastlesJoin Sonia Nadina Haynes as she chats with Joan Boxall. A teaching background with a degree in Physical Education, English and French from the University of Brhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2013/05/22/interview-with-elaine-bergBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2013/05/22/interview-with-elaine-berg/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2013/05/22/interview-with-elaine-bergWed, 22 May 2013 17:00:00 GMTInterview with Elaine Berg Join in the conversation. The call-in number is 646-929-2345. Join Sonia Nadina Haynes in a chat with author and poet Elaine Eaton Berg. Author of thriller novels, children’s stories, poetry, a memoir, comedy skits, and poetry Elaine Eaton Berg is passionate about her writing. A duel citizen of Canada and the United States she was born in Chilliwack, British Columbia, and as a small child she moved to California where her father pursued his career as a jewelry designer. When Elaine was ten years of age she moved to Northern Alberta to reside in a rural community called Shamrock Valley.             The artist has made her home in Deep Cove for the past twenty-seven-years and began to write and paint later in life. “The desire to write and paint was like a volcanic force boiling deep within me. When I reached my fifties this force erupted and spilled over. I haven’t stopped either since.” Elaine is published a published author and has won prizes for her writing in the NSWA and the CAA. Elaine is a member of The North Shore Writers' Association. Visit the NSWA website for more details. www.nswriters.org 00:32:00Poets ProsenoElaine Eaton Berg,author,novels,writing,North Shore Writers AssociationJoin in the conversation. The call-in number is 646-929-2345. Join Sonia Nadina Haynes in a chat with author and poet Elaine Eaton Berg. Author of thriller nhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2013/05/15/interview-with-sylvia-taylorBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2013/05/15/interview-with-sylvia-taylor/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2013/05/15/interview-with-sylvia-taylorWed, 15 May 2013 17:00:00 GMTInterview With Sylvia Taylor The call-in number is 646-929-2345 Today Sylvia Taylor and I focus on the importance of her work in the literary community and building a platform. “Sylvia Taylor is an award-winning writer, editor, educator, and communications specialist in Metro Vancouver. A past director of the Federation of BC Writers for 13 years and current director for the Arts Council of Surrey, she consults with authors and entrepreneurs, teaches writing-related skills, and is a popular conference presenter and adjudicator. With over 400 articles in print, her works have appeared in anthologies and genre magazines in Canada and the US, was shortlisted for the CBC National Literary Awards, and hosts a monthly author-readings series in partnership with city libraries. Heritage House Publishing released her historical literary memoir, The Fisher Queen: A Deckhand’s Tales of the BC Coast, September, 2012.” www.sylviataylor.ca  words@sylviataylor.ca 00:34:00Poets Prosenowriting,editing,Sylvia Taylor,The Fisher Queen,Canadian AuthorThe call-in number is 646-929-2345 Today Sylvia Taylor and I focus on the importance of her work in the literary community and building a platform. “Sylvia Thttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2013/05/08/interview-with-sylvia-taylorBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2013/05/08/interview-with-sylvia-taylor/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2013/05/08/interview-with-sylvia-taylorWed, 08 May 2013 17:00:00 GMTInterview With Sylvia Taylor The Call-in number is 646-929-2345 Today we focus on Sylvia Taylor's work as an author, editor, writing-publishing coach, and her book The Fisher Queen. “Sylvia Taylor is an award-winning writer, editor, educator, and communications specialist in Metro Vancouver. A past director of the Federation of BC Writers for 13 years and current director for the Arts Council of Surrey, she consults with authors and entrepreneurs, teaches writing-related skills, and is a popular conference presenter and adjudicator. With over 400 articles in print, her works have appeared in anthologies and genre magazines in Canada and the US, was shortlisted for the CBC National Literary Awards, and hosts a monthly author-readings series in partnership with city libraries. Heritage House Publishing released her historical literary memoir, The Fisher Queen: A Deckhand’s Tales of the BC Coast, September, 2012.” www.sylviataylor.ca  words@sylviataylor.ca 00:36:00Poets Prosenowriting,editing,Sylvia Taylor,The Fisher Queen,Canadian AuthorThe Call-in number is 646-929-2345 Today we focus on Sylvia Taylor's work as an author, editor, writing-publishing coach, and her book The Fisher Queen. “Sylhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2013/05/01/interview-with-author-patricia-corbett-bowmanBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2013/05/01/interview-with-author-patricia-corbett-bowman/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2013/05/01/interview-with-author-patricia-corbett-bowmanWed, 01 May 2013 17:00:00 GMTInterview with Author Patricia Corbett BowmanIf you would like to ask Patricia a question, the call-in number is646-929-2345 Sonia Nadina Haynes interviews Patricia Corbett Bowman, author of the young adult novel, Back In Her Time. Back In Her Time is a novel of a rebellious young woman who finds herself in the body of a male soldier back in World War II. Sonia Nadina Haynes is president of The North Shore Writers Association. Patricia is an active member. Patricia Corbett Bowman was born and grew up in Toronto, has lived in London, ON.,and Burks Falls.  She now resides in North Vancouver, B.C. with her husband and Golden Retriever, to be close to her grandsons.  She is a Snowbird who relishes her time for six months each year in Lakeland, Florida. Patricia taught in private and public school for over seventeen years in London. Her hobbies include golfing, quilting and visits to the gym.  She has had articles and short stories published in major newspapers and magazines.  Her first Young Adult novel, Back In Her Time, a teen age girl’s time travel to WW11 was published in 2011.  Patricia enjoys reading and researching Canadian history.  Her second YA novel that takes place at a future Prime Minister's mansion, will be out later this year in book form and e-book. Patricia can be reached at patriciacorbettbowman@gmail.com Visit The North Shore Writers Association's website for more information about our organization. 00:38:00Poets ProsenoPatricia Corbett Bowman,Back In Her Time,Sonia Nadina Haynes,Young Adult Novel,WritingIf you would like to ask Patricia a question, the call-in number is646-929-2345 Sonia Nadina Haynes interviews Patricia Corbett Bowman, author of the young adulhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2013/04/10/2013-north-shore-writers-festivalBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2013/04/10/2013-north-shore-writers-festival/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2013/04/10/2013-north-shore-writers-festivalWed, 10 Apr 2013 17:00:00 GMT2013 North Shore Writers Festival To join in the conversation the call-in number is 646-929-2345. The 2013 North Shore Writers Festival is on April 19th and 20th in North Vancouver, British Columbia. Heidi Schiller, Cathy Scrimshaw and Karen Bower join Sonia Haynes in a rousing discussion on the ins and outs of setting up a writers festival,what to expect and the rewards of embarking on such a venture. Heidi Schiller is a Readers’ Services and Customer Engagement Librarian at the North Vancouver City Library. Before receiving her master’s degree in Library Studies from UBC, she worked as a print news reporter in Bellingham, Wash. As part of her position at NVCL, she organizes the library’s Local Author Series, The North Shore Writers Festival and heads up the Community Engagement Team. In her spare time, she volunteers as a board member of the Real Vancouver Writers’ Series and can often be found playing Cards Against Humanity at the Storm Crow Tavern in East Vancouver. Visit The NS Writers Association's website for up to date information on our association. Cathy Scrimshaw, past president of the North Shore Writers Association, at one time toyed with the idea of becoming a librarian. Her professional life took quite a different turn, but now that she is of an age when she has the freedom to indulge her long-dormant desires, she has volunteered to liaison between the North Shore libraries and the NSWA. The panel event, "So You're Finally Published!! Now What??" at Saturday morning's North Shore Writers Festival is one result. North Shore Writers' Association - North Vancouver B.C. email: members@nswriters.org 00:33:00Poets ProsenoNorth Shore Writers,north shore writers festival,North Vancouver,books,writersTo join in the conversation the call-in number is 646-929-2345. The 2013 North Shore Writers Festival is on April 19th and 20th in North Vancouver, British Cohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2013/04/03/finding-your-audience-with-karen-doddBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2013/04/03/finding-your-audience-with-karen-dodd/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2013/04/03/finding-your-audience-with-karen-doddWed, 03 Apr 2013 17:00:00 GMTFinding Your Audience with Karen Dodd The Call-in number is 646-929-2345. Join Sonia Nadina as she interviews Karen Dodd. A self-professed serial entrepreneur, Karen combines three decades of marketing experience with her passion for writing. As former CEO of the Global Institute of Small Business Marketing, she has published over 100 articles for entrepreneurs. Karen Dodd is a non-fiction author and regular columnist for Entrepreneurial Woman online magazine. Her books include “The Bliss Is In the Breakthrough: From Purpose to Profit, By Design,” and she co-authored “Smart Women Live their Why: How Entrepreneurial Women are Living On Purpose and in Passion!” Currently writing her first mystery novel, Karen is passionate about teaching emerging and as-yet-unpublished fiction writers how to create their author’s platform while writing their book. With over a million new titles being published each year, numerous agents and publishers will tell you that if faced with two manuscripts, both powerfully written, they will choose the author with an established following virtually every time. Karen teaches how to establish a presence on social media but more specifically, how to find your ideal readers easily and inexpensively so that when your book does get published you will have a built-in audience ready to buy and read it. http://www.karendodd.com/ 00:36:00Poets Prosenosmall business marketing,writing,Karen Dodd,using social media,marketing the writerThe Call-in number is 646-929-2345. Join Sonia Nadina as she interviews Karen Dodd. A self-professed serial entrepreneur, Karen combines three decades of marhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2013/03/20/interview-with-cathy-scrimshawBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2013/03/20/interview-with-cathy-scrimshaw/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/ns-writers/2013/03/20/interview-with-cathy-scrimshawWed, 20 Mar 2013 17:00:00 GMTInterview with Cathy Scrimshaw Cathy Scrimshaw, Past President and Editor of the North Shore Writer's Association, has been writing since she can remember. Her first novella, titled "The Secret of Rodeo Ranch," was completed in Grade 5. From there (after more schooling!) she went on to a job in a corporate training centre that involved lots and lots of writing, wrote bios for artists and did some product writing, then came full circle and is now editing her first mystery novel while also working on a memoir. Since her novel is a mystery that takes place in a mountain town, she's not so sure how far she's really come from "The Secret of Rodeo Ranch", but she's sure enjoying the ride! Here, she talks with host Sonia Nadina Haynes about writing in general and the benefits of being part of a writer's group. www.nswriters.org 00:31:00Poets ProsenoCathy Scrimshaw,Mystery novel,North Shore Writers,books,writing groupsCathy Scrimshaw, Past President and Editor of the North Shore Writer's Association, has been writing since she can remember. Her first novella, titled "The Sec