Episodes

  • Traveler of Many Lands Goes Deep Inside His Books on Off The Shelf Podcast

    Traveler of Many Lands Goes Deep Inside His Books on Off The Shelf Podcast
    Dec 14 2024
    World traveler and educator, Bruce Farmer, talks about his writings on Off The Shelf #Books #Podcast on Saturday, December 14, 2024. Join the show at 11am/EST (New York City time). Bruce and Off The Shelf Books host, Denise Turney, will dig into the inspiration behind Bruce's latest novel, Blood Saphire’s Revenge. The makings of the novel, what's driving characters like Haddy and detective Wolf James, and what makes the story a psychological thriller are other topics that Bruce and Denise will take on. Tune in! More About Bruce Farmer: Bruce Farmer is an avid outdoorsman, father and grandfather. He has explored many lands, traveling domestically and abroad. His careers have led him to healthcare and education. Career, travel and outdoors experiences influence Bruce’s writings, including his latest book, “Blood Saphire’s Revenge”. Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490 See you there!
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    2 mins
  • Award Winning Colorado Author Featured on Off The Shelf Books Podcast

    Award Winning Colorado Author Featured on Off The Shelf Books Podcast
    Dec 7 2024
    Catch Polly Holyoke, a former Social Studies teacher and an award winning book author, on Off The Shelf #Books on Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 11am/EST (New York City time). Polly wrote her first book, 2 Days at Eagle Pass Ranch, with her friend when she was in the Fifth Grade. Today, Polly writes books for kids and is the author of the Neptune Triology and the Skyriders series. In addition to reading and writing, Polly grew up hiking, skiing and camping in the Colorado mountains. She also loves scuba diving, a water activity her husband introduced her to. A true outdoor enthusiast, Polly has climbed 48 of the 53 fourteen-thousand-foot peaks in Colorado. Tune in to discover what inspires Polly to write page-turning stories. Get the inside scoop on what Polly is working on now! See you Saturday at 11am/EST! Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490 You can also join right here in the chat room!
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Celebrate the Gilded Age

    Celebrate the Gilded Age
    Nov 16 2024
    Love the Gilded Age, a time when all seemed well? Join author Cecelia Tichi and Off The Shelf #Books #podcast host, Denise Turney, this Saturday at 11am/EST, right here in the chat room or via dial in (347) 994-3490. Cecelia and Denise kick off the show by revisiting Cecelia's childhood, what created her passion for books, and how working as a professor at Vanderbilt University shapes and influences her writing. Val and Roddy DeVere are memorable characters that make appearances in Cecilia's books; the duo works to solve a myriad of crime mysteries that take place during the Gilded Age. Cecelia has used her extensive travels across the United States as research for her stories, marrying real-life facts and fiction. Among the books Cecelia has written there’s “Death in a Gilead Frame”, “A Gilded Drowning Pool”, “A Deadly Gilded Free-Fall” and “A Fated Gilded High Note”. Tune in to discover the inner workings of the books' major and minor characters, particularly Val and Roddy! Find out what stories Cecilia is working on now. You might even get some marketing tips that you can use to propel your artistic, community, or business efforts forward. See you Saturday at 11am/EST Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490 You can also join right here in the chat room!
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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers' Mark Stevens Joins Off The Shelf Books

    Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers' Mark Stevens Joins Off The Shelf Books
    Nov 2 2024
    Mark Stevens, host of Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers podcast and former president of the Rocky Mountain chapter for Mystery Writers of America, joins Off The Shelf Books on Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 11am/EST (New York City time). Mark is the author of the mystery books, The Fireballer, Antler Dust, Buried by the Roan, Trapline, Lake of Fire, and The Melancholy Howl. Tune into the show to find out how Mark got started writing mystery novels. Listeners will also gain insight into the makings of Mark's page turning mysteries. Bring your questions as you may get your questions answered live on air! You're in for a treat - a whole lot of literary entertainment and more! See you there! Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 11am/EST (New York City time) Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • What is Eruption 2085 About?

    What is Eruption 2085 About?
    Oct 19 2024
    Science fiction lovers get ready! Saturday at 11am/EST, science fiction writer Jordan Hampton, sits down with Off The Shelf Books host, Denise Turney! If you love looking into the "possible" future with an open mind, catch this show! During the feature interview, Jordan and Denise explore what took Jordan from being a teacher to becoming a science fiction writer. Martial arts (a skill Jordan is experienced in), the power of literature and youth, and what the world could be like before the close of the 22nd century are just a few of the additional topics Jordan and Denise will cover. Here's a little more about Jordan, namely he aims to “create stories that are just as entertaining as they are powerful.” In addition to writing and teaching, Jordan is a martial artist and preacher. Books he has authored include “Ignition 2084” and “Eruption 2085”. Put it on your calendar! Catch Jordan Hampton on Off The Shelf Books on Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 11am/EST (New York City time)! Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Newcomb College Graduate Pens Award Winning Novels

    Newcomb College Graduate Pens Award Winning Novels
    Aug 24 2024
    Listen to Off The Shelf #Books #Podcast on Saturday at 11am/EST (New York City time)! Discover how author Linda Stewart Henley crafts memorable, page-turning characters. Find out what inspired her to start writing at a young age. Tune in as this Newcomb College graduate digs into her books “Estelle”, “Waterbury Winter”, and “Kate’s War”. Linda and Off The Shelf Books host, Denise Turney, are also set to explore ways that you could market and sell more copies of your books. Writing processes, speaking engagements, and finding your voice are more topics the two may explore. You can also learn about new books that Linda may be working on and when you can expect to see those books on the market. See you Saturday at 11am/EST! Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Just for You! Inspiration to Keep Going Strong!

    Just for You! Inspiration to Keep Going Strong!
    Jul 27 2024
    Come get a healthy dose of inspiration, encouragement, and motivation! Let Mulukan's story in the book Long Walk Up inspire you to stay motivated and inspired to fulfill your destiny! Like Mulukan, you came into this world for a specific reason. Don't talk yourself out of achieving what you came here to do. Instead, stir up courage, pivot, and start moving in the direction of your destiny! You can do it! To share inspiration and motivation, during this Off The Shelf #Books #podcast, author Denise Turney shares a live reading from Long Walk Up, a short and powerful book that you could bring home for less than $2. Enjoy the live reading of Long Walk Up! Even more, let yourself be inspired to start moving in the direction of your dreams! You deserve to live the best life! To read more free excerpts from Long Walk Up, visit Denise's official website at www.chistell.com See you there!
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    18 mins
  • Catch Crime Thriller Watch It Burn

    Catch Crime Thriller Watch It Burn
    Jul 20 2024
    Love mystery and suspense! Catch Off The Shelf Books Podcast this Saturday at 11am/EST (New York City time)! Harrison Stockeland, author of the crime #thriller Watch It Burn, sits down with Off The Shelf #Books #Podcast host, Denise Turney. During the show, Turney and Stockeland will reveal the motivation behind Watch It Burn. They will also delve into some of the book's inner workings. Tune in to learn more about the story's major characters, memorable people like Del Costello and members of the Vintini family. In addition to giving you insight scoop on Watch It Burn, Stockeland and Turney will discuss Stockeland's new book, November's Whisper. See you there! It's going to be a great time! Saturday, July 20 at 11am/EST Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490 Or join right here in the chat room! Want to learn more about my podcasts, literary newsletter, and books? Visit me online at www.chistell.com
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    1 hr and 1 min