Wednesday 10 February 2021

Author in the picture: Carolyn M. Bowen

Twitter is a fantastic place to meet and chat to fantastic authors such as 
Carolyn M.Bowen. After reviewing her thriller: One (see on this link), I
absolutely wanted to read more books from her. I also already knew 
from the beginning that I would write an Author in the picture blogpost
about her. 

So, enjoy the author in the picture blogpost of the briliant author:
Carolyn M. Bowen. 


Author in the picture: Meet Carolyn M. Bowen





How did you start writing? Did you always want to become an author?

Thanks for asking. I knew I was a writer from an early age. My first short story
was published when I was fourteen. I've continued writing and studying the
craft over the years to become skilled doing something I love. It's a never-ending
process of reflection and discipline to produce new novels.

Do you have other work besides writing? Or did you do other work before
you started writing?

 I am a full-time writer and life-long learner about the art and craft of producing
quality books.

 

Which is your favorite type of weather for writing and why?

I love all the seasons in the year. The burst of creative energy
I experience fits the mood for the settings I create.

 





Which is your favorite place on earth and why?

My favorite place is the beach, specifically the beaches of NW Florida.
The crystal white sand and the pale turquoise gulf is a great place to relax
and recharge mentally and physically. The soothing movement of the waves
tapping the shoreline in mesmerizing harmony is therapeutic.

I've found that whether people live there full time or are just visiting, they
seem to have a different way of going about their day when proximity to
the ocean is a variable. For me, I like my toes in the water.

 

I've read some wonderful thrillers of yours. Do you like/write other
genres too?

I mostly write mystery-thrillers. However, I've written a historical romance novel,
Cross-Ties, and a personal development book, Cross-stepping Your Way to Success.

 

Do you prefer to write alone or in company?

 I prefer to write alone in a quiet preferably scenic location.

 

Do you have a fixed daily writing schedule?

 Yes, I write daily. I get up when my tuxedo cat [Tooker] feels the need to eat,
which ranges from 4 to 5 A.M. He sits on my arms as I go through my morning
ritual of checking social media, then he sulks when I have to shoo him away as
I work on my novels.

 





Where do you get your inspiration from besides traveling?

Travel is my muse but with the pandemic I've been sidelined.
I'm interested in world affairs particularly those with the potential
to destroy mankind like climate change.

 

Do you like to listen to music or watch television while working?

 You could hear the crickets chirping with the silence I find works best
for me. I enjoy being alone with my thoughts during the writing process.

 

What are your plans and wishes for 2021 and the nearby future?

 I'd love to complete a new mystery-thriller series in the near future.
I'm excited about what comes next!



Thank you!


Thank you very much for particpating in these questions and answers,
Carolyn. It is so nice to meet you and your books!

To know more about Carolyn M. Bowen:

 check her site on this link.

The  author page of Amazon on this link.

On Facebook on this link

On Twitter on this link

On Instagram on this link:

On Youtube on this link:

On Books on this link:

On Goodreads on this link:

On Pinterest on this link


Saturday 6 February 2021

Bookreview: Stop Depriving the World of you

 A guide for getting unstuck


Summary

Do you believe everyone is capable of getting "Unstuck"? Do you 
recognize your own uniqueness? Do you wonder if you have abilities
which may lie deep within? If you do not, once you read this stimulating
book, you'll be convinced otherwise.

Stop Depriving the World of You simiply and creatively provides
exercises for you to begin the journey of self-discovery. Soon you will
come in contact with your own unique talents and gifts. 

In addition the D.R.E.A.M technique will help you to delve deeper
into your inner being and explore uncharted territories. By using the
tools offered in this book, you will be pleasantly surprised by what
you might uncover.






My Review


Psychology and especially Industrial and Organization Psychology 
interest me very much, that's why I wanted to read Stop Depriving
the World of You written by a real coach:  Darlene Corbett. 

While reading this book, I felt that the author wasn't just telling a story,
it was written very clear with lots of experience and knowledge. She
explains this with the unstuck theory. 

I liked the clear chapters and the interesting examples, just as the 
quotes she used. 

I would recommend this book to anyone who wants to move forward
in his or her life. It is with lots of pleasure, I give Stop Depriving
the World of You a 5 star rating! 

The author

Darlene Corbett is a Professional Speaker, Author and Licensed
Therapist/Coach. Her expertise is helping people get "Unstuck". 
Darlene is a high-content speaker with an engaging style. Audiences
leave with much enthusiasm and the tools to begin the process of
getting unstuck. She believes it is a privilege to be able to serve 
people one-on-one as well as to a larger audience.

Darlene has been in the people business for over thirty years and has 
been a featured expert. Because of her Wealth of experience which
she feels honored to have acquired, Darlene decided to begin writing
and many of her blogs can be found on DarleneCorbett.com, 
LindedIn and Thrive Global. 


BookTasters


I received a free copy via BookTasters and the author. Thank you very 
much for giving me this splendid reading chance! I would love to read
more books from this excellent author! 



Source picture: Book Cover