Author Line-Up for 7-6-21

 Posted by Wayne G. Barber 

News, Expo's, Poetry, Publishing Questions, Lively Literati, Author Interviews.

E-Mail us live at waynewnri@yahoo.com

Tentatively Scheduled for 9:05 am Childrens Author, Janet E.Smith will discuss Philip the Frog Series

The Spooky Adventures of Philip Frog is a silly rhyming comic to help engage young readers to enjoy reading. Children can follow Philip on his spooky adventures. Philip's adventures are always silly and always have a good moral message to encourage the young reader to do the right thing.

At 9:35 am Author Scott Ryan will discuss, Moon Lighting, " An Oral History'

Once upon a time ABC-TV's Moonlighting was among the most buzzed-about shows in the country, thanks largely to the bravado of creator Glenn Gordon Caron, who never met a television convention he didn't want to break, and the sizzling on-screen chemistry between glamorous erstwhile film star Cybill Shepherd and a New Jersey bartender nobody had ever heard of before named Bruce Willis, who bickered and flirted ceaselessly on screen and engaged in epic off-screen battles that all these years later remain the stuff of Hollywood legend. This combustible blend of creative brilliance produced some of the most acclaimed, audacious, and innovative programming of the eighties, including a black and white tribute to film noir, with an introduction by Orson Welles; a parody of Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew, written in iambic pentameter; an homage to The Honeymooners; and countless metafictive episodes breaking through the fourth wall — almost unheard of at the time for hourlong comedy-dramas. Without a doubt, Moonlighting helped pave the way for the era of prestige television we are now all enjoying. The real story of this pioneering television series and the extraordinary behind-the-scenes challenges, battles, and rewards has never been told — until now, Author Scott Ryan (The Last Days of Letterman, thirtysomething at thirty: an oral history, The Blue Rose, Scott Luck Stories) conducted over twenty interviews with the actors, writers, directors, and producers who made Moonlighting such a dynamic, unforgettable show, delving deep into their thoughts and feelings as they relive this magical moment in pop culture history in this full color oral history. Interviews with:Glenn Gordon Caron Creator, Executive Producer, WriterJay Daniel Executive Producer, DirectorRoger Director Writer, Producer, Season 4 ShowrunnerAllan Arkush DirectorBob Butler Pilot DirectorCurtis Armstrong Cast Member “Herbert Viola”Allyce Beasley Cast Member “Ms. Agnes Dipesto”Suzanne Gangursky Production CoordinatorRon Osborn Writer, ProducerReuben Cannon Casting AgentJeff Reno WriterDebra Frank WriterMelissa Gelineau AssistantChic Eglee Writer, Producer, Season 5 ShowrunnerPeter Werner DirectorSheryl Main Post-ProductionKaren Hall WriterNeil Mandelberg EditorWill Mackenzie DirectorDennis Dugan Cast Member “Walter Bishop,” DirectorChris Leitch DirectorMel Harris ActressDana Delany Guest StarDavid Patrick Kelly Guest StarSandahl Bergman DancerBill Landrum ChoreographerRay Wise Guest Star

Author Line-Up for 6/29/21

 Posted by Wayne G. Barber 

News, Expo's Book Signings, Lively Literati, Publishing Questions, Poetry and Author Interviews

Feel free to E-Mail the program at waynewnri@yahoo.com 

Tentatively Scheduled for 9:05 am Author Bar-Giora Goldberg will discuss, "The Mind is Mightier:

You are invited to join an intellectual adventure of the mind, a broad canvas review of the cognitive evolution of our civilization in politics, science, technology and the arts.

Humanity is on a path of rising cognition and complexity, the world becomes increasingly our idea. After two horrific world wars, it seems that the great powers are rejecting the sword in favor of the pen.

Technology is giving us tools and challenging us to change and move forward. But the new and more cognitive world is also confusing, sometimes frustrating and changing very fast. Too many of us feel displaced, even lost. Better understanding is the key to regaining our footing and better adjustment in a world of constant flow.

The Mind is Mightier is about this viewpoint of history; a broad historical description of the various elements of our cognitive evolution and the great variety of life's activities: social order, art, science, music, technology, economy, religion, world order, law and self-evaluation. It demonstrates the tendency for increased complexity in all the above as we continuously chart new directions and purpose for humanity's path.

At 9:35 am  Poet Karen Warinsky will join the panel with " Gold In Autumn' and local events in Poetry.

Authors Hour Line-Up for 6-8-21

 Posted by Wayne G. Barber 

News, Lively Literati, Poetry, Publishing Questions and Author Interviews

E-Mail the program at waynewnri@yahoo.com 

At 9:05 am Tentatively scheduled Thomas Hart Armbruster will discuss '

How to Become an Ambassador"

Ambassador Thomas Armbruster is a field guy, a diplomatic foot soldier. He served overseas for 20 years and has the experience to tell future ambassadors what to expect. Global problems require global solutions and international institutions. America has led in so many ways on the global stage since World War Two. There is a lot of good work to be done and only by including all Americans in diplomacy can we advance further. This book is a call to service and adventure.

Armbruster?served as Ambassador to the Republic of the Marshall Islands from August 2012 to May 2016.? Since leaving the Foreign Service, he has worked as an international consultant and led inspections to Colombia; Denmark, Chad, Mauritania and the South and Central Asia bureau. Overseas postings include Vladivostok, Russia; Dushanbe, Tajikistan; Nuevo Laredo, Mexico; Moscow, Russia; Havana, Cuba and Helsinki, Finland.? Domestic assignments include Diplomat in Residence at City College in New York City and Polar Affairs Officer in Washington, DC. ?

Armbruster?was the Chief U.S. Negotiator for an emergency response treaty with Russia and led trade and counternarcotics missions to Afghanistan.? He is fluent in Spanish and Russian.

Ambassador Armbruster is the only American diplomat to arrive in the (then) Soviet Union by kayak?and is a private pilot and scuba diver.? Armbruster?was born in El Paso, Texas and lives in Ithaca, New York with his wife Kathy and dog "Skipjack."? Tom and Kathy have two children, Bryan and Kalia, who grew up in the Foreign Service.

A travel book might be just what you need right now!

Author Line-Up for 5-25-21

 Posted by Wayne G. Barber 

News, Poetry, Lively Literati, Publishing Questions, Author Interviews

E-Mail the program at waynewnri@yahoo.com 

Tentatively Scheduled for 9: 05 am  New York Author, JF Collen

FLIRTATION ON THE HUDSON

Cornelia Rose decides early in life, almost instinctively, not to allow anyone to limit her to the few choices available to women in New York in the 1850s. Marry well and become a proper lady—is that all I can do? She surreptitiously pursues learning 'not meant for young ladies,' and begins the journey to become a midwife.

WALK AWAY WEST

Cornelia Rose's life takes an unexpected turn with Obadiah's decision to heed the call of the West. As his wife, she has no choice but to leave her home, family, and the comforts of civilization, and join him in accepting his opportunity to become circuit judge in Utah Territory. In spite of her endless hours of research, nothing prepares Cornelia for the arduous walk toward the Wild West.

PIONEER PASSAGE

[Coming Spring 2021]

Author Line-Up for 5-18-21

 Posted by Wayne G. Barber 

News, Poetry, Lively Literati, Publishing Questions, Author Interviews and more 

E-Mail the program at waynewnri@yahoo.com

Tentatively Scheduled fro 9:05 am, Author Bert Sarkkinen will discuss his book , the Art of Hybrid Timber Framing. 

.Hybrid Timber Framing has experienced a massive resurgence in modern architecture. The potential for gorgeous personalized design is unmatched. Hybrid Timber Framing done wrong, however, can create ugly imbalance and detract from the overall look and feel. Done right, it goes so far beyond the initial investment, the value is hard to overstate. The Art of Hybrid Timber Framing explores the link between traditional craftsmanship, with current building styles such as "Craftsman", "Rustic", "Modern" and beyond. It is a must-read for Owners, Designers, and Builders who want to influence the look and feel of their project using exposed beam construction. It is rich with ideas, imagery, and instruction to jump start your inspiration and planning. Naturally, timbers and exposed beams have outsized impact on the aesthetics of building projects. Adding timbers without weighing the structural and aesthetic impacts can magnify any awkward imbalances; proceeding without addressing these important considerations is very risky. While this is not a technical manual, you will learn how to avoid expensive pitfalls and understand the diverse timber styles showcased in this book. This will help you better communicate your ideas, achieve an enjoyable building process, and maximize your probabilities of getting the right look using hybrid timber framing. This guide will help you plan and build it right the first time. Learn from a Master of Hybrid Timber Framing. There is absolutely no need to repeat needless mistakes! Bert Sarkkinen, the author, has explored timber framing from the perspective as a builder, a designer and a researcher. His specialty has been in matching clients’ personalities and tastes, to the ideal timber frame designs to accentuate what is unique about the clients project or theme. The book delves into these relationships between design preferences, and actual Hybrid Timber Frame applications. Structural aspects, timber sizing, the golden ratio, and design/build processes are necessary for a successful the outcome. This book is highly informative, with beautiful photography, and is like a coach in your pocket a with personal touch!

 Tentatively scheduled for 9:35 am  Poet ,     

Damont Combs,  ORANGE LIVE

Author Line-Up for 5-11-21

 Posted by Wayne G. Barber

News, Book Signings, Expo's, Poetry, Publishing Questions, Lively Literati and Author Interviews. 

Feel free to E-Mail the program at waynewnri@yahoo.com

Tentatively scheduled for 9:05am  Author Edgar Scott will discuss his book,  418   I Am A  Teapot

418: I Am a Teapot is a near-future dystopian science fiction novel that explores a world where people by choice, birth, or punishment, relinquish the rights to their physical body. Their brains exist in a constantly-connected virtual interface where they enjoy a fantasy world of endless indulgences. However, while their minds have fun, their bodies are controlled by implants doing the filthiest and most dangerous jobs known to humanity.

Stripped of their identities, these dredges of society are simply called staff and they are disposable. But what happens when a staff becomes cognizant of its situation and tries to break free?

When staff number 418's physical body is broken, he must come to terms with reality, and defend himself in a trial for his life. Will an unlikely friendship save him from permanent retirement?

And some Poetry at 9:40am 

Author Line-Up for 5-4-21

 Posted by Wayne G. Barber 

News Poetry, Publishing Questions, New Releases, Lively Literati Author Interviews

9:05 am Author Debbie Kaiman Tillinghast will discuss her new novel.

When Martha files for divorce from her controlling and dismissive husband, Tony, she knows she’ll have to begin again. Tony persuaded her to abandon her dreams of chocolate and pastry fame, and to break a promise to her grandmother, to follow him and his dreams.

Martha’s heart pulls her back to her hometown in seaside Maine, to Gram, and to the bakery where Gram is still waiting for her to return. But before she can go home, Martha must learn who she really is, and her journey of discovery leads her south—from Baltimore and Tony’s betrayal, to the Gulf coast of Florida and the friends she’d made in culinary school, when her dreams had felt within her reach.

When she eventually returns to Baltimore, life offers her another chance at love. But Martha can’t believe in love again until she first believes in herself.

A Dream Worth Keeping

is a story of friendship and loss, guilt and forgiveness. It takes readers on a journey of love and redemption—and reminds us that we can’t love anyone else until we love ourselves.