• Episodes

    Ep 85 Writing Works Wonders: Round Robin Character

    October 30, 2022

    Show Notes Episode 85 Round Robin in Character

    **
    Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**

    Hot off the media editor, another round robin improvisation episode with the Writing Works Wonders game! What time works in character for the fall season. Listen to the readers and writers engage in this dynamic rating game. We begin with a story starter and then individual expense story on the spot. Where will it end? No one knows and there will be many twists and turns along the way!

    Simultaneously boost your creativity with this episode, and erupt in giggles and laughter. If you fund inspiration or entertainment In this episode 85, check out our website at www.writingworkswonders.com and conduct a search for “round robin”. We have many more readt for your listening pleasure!

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    Dr. Kathleen P. King– Author, Author Coach, Speaker & Professor (Ret.). http://www.transformationed.com/ Interested in technology and adult learning? Check out Dr. King’s newest book from Wiley: http://bit.ly/King2017

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    Nov. 4 – Writing Prompt – Midnight Music

    October 28, 2022
    • Responses may be posted here as comments, or phoned or emailed in to us!

    Please complete this story in  75 words or less!


    It’s midnight. You’ve only been asleep for an hour. What is that music? You look out the window to see a group of scarecrows having a a party in your yard. What happens next?

    Finish the story in 75 words or less. The  word count doesn’t have to include the opening sentences.


    Share your response!

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    Ep 84 Writing Works Wonders: Barbara Hinske Guest Athor

    October 23, 2022

    Show Notes Episode 84 Barbara Hinske Author Interview

    Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King

    Meet the Author! Barbara Hinske!

    This is an exciting episode as we have the award-winning Barbara Hinske on Writing Works Wonders. Be ready to be inspired and laugh as we learn about her phenomenal career spanning law, writing, and a movie? Entertainment, inspiration, learning and excitement all packed in one episode!

    **Barbara’s books include people with visual impairment, guide dogs, and many other themes. For those who have read her work, you know we’re in for a grand time! 🐶

    Read on to learn more about this week’s guest author! **

    Don’t miss this opportunity to listen in to your bibliophile friends on Writing Works Wonders.

    About Barbara Hinske
    Barbara is the USA Today bestselling author of the beloved Rosemont series, the Guiding Emily series, her sweet Christmas stories, and the mystery, thriller, and suspense novels in her "Who’s There?" collection.

    She and her husband share their own Rosemont with two adorable and spoiled dogs. She is besotted with decorating, entertaining, cooking and gardening. Now that her novel The Christmas Club has been made into a Hallmark Channel movie, she is completely star-struck and thrilled to have her work on the screen.

    Barbara Hinske is an attorney who recently left the practice of law to pursue her career as a full-time novelist. Her Guiding Emily series was conceived during a tour of The Foundation for Blind Children. She was inspired and moved by their mission and is donating half of her proceeds from the first book, Guiding Emily, to the Foundation

    Resources
    Website barbarahinske.com
    email – bhinske@gmail.com
    Books on Amazon, Bookshare and more

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    Dr. Kathleen P. King– Author, Author Coach, Speaker & Professor (Ret.). http://www.transformationed.com/ Interested in technology and adult learning? Check out Dr. King’s newest book from Wiley: http://bit.ly/King2017

    Streaming and Rebroadcasts
    We are proud to be hosted by ACB Community, streamed live on ACB MEDIA Channel 5, and rebroadcasted on 986TheMix.com Internet radio station and ACB Media.

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    Oct 28- Writing Prompt – Finish Story!

    October 21, 2022
    • Responses may be posted here as comments, or phoned or emailed in to us!

    Please complete this story in  75 words or less!


    The person comes home.

    Everything is dark and silent.

    He realizes the door is unlocked.

    When he reaches for the light… he/she ……

    Finish the story in  75 Words or less


    The Word count doesn    ’t have to include the opening sentences.

    Share your response!

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    Ep 83 Writing Works Wonders- Celebrating Writing Works Wonders’ Newest Award!

    October 16, 2022

    Show Notes Episode 83 Celebrating Writing Works Wonders’ Newest Award!

    **
    Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**

    Join the Party!
    Celebrate our award with guests, games, and laughter. ACB‘s Board of Publications recognized Cheryl, Kathy and Writing Works Wonders with the prestigious Vernon C. Henley Media award at the annual convention. Learn about the meaning of this achievement, nomination process, and join the celebration!
    Members of the committee presented the award to Cheryl and Kathy on this call! Fun, games and memories to share! Don’t miss this terrific virtual party.
    So put on your party hat and enjoy the Writing Works Wonders celebration.

    Check out the photo of Cheryl and Kathy with the award here
    https://writingworkswonders.com/about/award/

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    Cheryl McNeil Fisher – Author, Keynote Speaker, Educator and Coach. Seminars and Workshops Adults and Children. https://www.cherylmcneilfisher.com/ Submit your work for publication on our site. Guest blogging, poetry, short stories at: https://www.livinginspiredfullyeveryday.com/

    Dr. Kathleen P. King– Author, Author Coach, Speaker & Professor (Ret.). http://www.transformationed.com/ Interested in technology and adult learning? Check out Dr. King’s newest book from Wiley: http://bit.ly/King2017

    Streaming and Rebroadcasts
    We are proud to be hosted by ACB Community, streamed live on ACB MEDIA Channel 5, and rebroadcasted on 986TheMix.com Internet radio station and ACB Media.

    Find more resources and episodes for this podcast at https://writingworkswonders.com/

    Support Writing Works Wonders: Advancing Beyond Barriers by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/writing-works-wonders

    Find out more at https://writing-works-wonders.pinecast.co

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    Oct. 21 Writing Prompts – Words!

    October 14, 2022
    • Responses may be posted here as comments, or phoned or emailed in to us!

    75 words or less using the words

           Pumpkin, Leaves, cat, Howling

    (75 words or less)

    Share your response!

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    Ep 82 Writing Works Wonders: Larry Johnson, Guest Author

    October 9, 2022

    Show Notes Episode 83, Larry Johnson, author interview

    **
    Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**

    Persistence is the theme! What a treat! Our guest author today is the adventurous and popular Larry Johnson. You might know Larry as a motivational speaker or through ACB, but there is much more behind the scenes, including books, an international radio disc jockey career and much much more. If you have read or listened to his book “Mexico by Touch,” you know you’re in for a lot of fun in this episode with our special guest author Larry Johnson. So put on your favorite earbuds, and get ready for a reading and writing adventure with your fellow bibliophile at …. Writing Works Wonders!

    Topics include
    -Handling rejection letters
    -The role of humor in writing and advocacy
    -Strategies to succeed in writing
    -Publishing your work
    -How to start motivational speaking
    -Using existing comyent in wroting
    -How to help peoples understand disability identity, independence and awareness

    About Larry P. Johnson
    Larry is a native of Chicago, graduate of Northwestern University’s School of Speech in Evanston, Illinois, with a Master’s in Latin American Studies, from La Universidad de las Americas in Mexico City.

    His professional background includes:
    • 22 years as a radio and television broadcaster in Mexico City, Chicago and San Antonio. He was the first blind newscaster on Mexican television.

    • 32 years as a motivational speaker and workshop presenter .
    • 21 years as a Human Resources manager with AT&T/Southwestern Bell.

    He makes his home now in San Antonio, TX, enjoys travel, teaching, dancing, bowling and reading. He is the father of 6 children and grandfather of 21.

    Author of
    • Mexico By Touch: True Life Experiences of a Blind American Deejay.
    • “You Can If You Think You Can, Rebound From Adversity and Follow Your Dreams”
    • Inside My World, a personal memoir
    • And That’s How I See It.
    • Youtube channel on many topics

    Links
    -Contact Larry larjo1@prodigy.net

    You can if you think you can: rebound from adversity and follow your dreams : simple strategies to achieve success and happiness in your life DBC04881
    


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    Dr. Kathleen P. King– Author, Author Coach, Speaker & Professor (Ret.). http://www.transformationed.com/ Interested in technology and adult learning? Check out Dr. King’s newest book from Wiley: http://bit.ly/King2017

    Streaming and Rebroadcasts
    We are proud to be hosted by ACB Community, streamed live on ACB MEDIA Channel 5, and rebroadcasted on 986TheMix.com Internet radio station and ACB Media.

    Find more resources and episodes for this podcast at https://writingworkswonders.com/

    Support Writing Works Wonders: Advancing Beyond Barriers by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/writing-works-wonders

    Find out more at https://writing-works-wonders.pinecast.co

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    Oct. 14 – writing prompt – Superhero

    October 7, 2022
    • Responses may be posted here as comments, or phoned or emailed in to us!

    Write a story about the following!

    If you could be any superhero, who would you be?
    Why?     What would you do?

    Exercise  your creativity and run  with this prompt!  

    (75 words or less)

    Share your response!

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    Ep 81 Writing Works Wonders: Exploring Self-Editing and Feedback

    October 2, 2022

    Show Notes Episode 81 Perspectives on Self-Editing Feedback

    **
    Co-hosts: Cheryl McNeil Fisher and Kathy King**

    A lively discussion of strategies and perspectives on Self-Editing & Feedback!

    Cheryl, Kathy and the Writing Works Wonders gang gathered to wrap their brains and heart around the topic of editing their work and preparing it for distribution! The conversation went in diverse directions as we learned from each other, posing questions, sharing frustrations, and gaining some insight. Listen in to be encouraged, entertained and perhaps discover new approaches.

    Questions may include
    What is your editing process?
    Do you have particular types of editing you prefer?
    When do you know your work is ready to for an editor?
    What are some keys to recognizing colleagues who will provide constructive feedback in positive ways?
    What do you look for it in Feedback?
    What do you make sure to include in the feedback you provide other writers?
    Questions from our participants!

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    Dr. Kathleen P. King– Author, Author Coach, Speaker & Professor (Ret.). http://www.transformationed.com/ Interested in technology and adult learning? Check out Dr. King’s newest book from Wiley: http://bit.ly/King2017

    Streaming and Rebroadcasts
    We are proud to be hosted by ACB Community, streamed live on ACB MEDIA Channel 5, and rebroadcasted on 986TheMix.com Internet radio station and ACB Media.

    Find more resources and episodes for this podcast at https://writingworkswonders.com/

    Find out more at https://writing-works-wonders.pinecast.co

    Check out our podcast host, Pinecast. Start your own podcast for free with no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code writing for 40% off for 4 months, and support Writing Works Wonders: Advancing Beyond Barriers.

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