The Water Women with Bonnie Blaylock

The Water Women with Bonnie Blaylock

Bonnie is the author of the award-winning Light to the Hills (Lake Union, 2022), historical fiction set in 1930’s Eastern Kentucky, and The Water Women (Lake Union, March 2026). She holds a M.A. in creative writing from the University of Tennessee.  In a different life, After working for the Oak Ridge National Laboratory in environmental research, translating science into articles and papers for the Department of Energy, she spent the next two decades helping run a small-animal veterinary hospital with her husband while raising their two children, beekeeping, and traveling extensively. She’s the co-host of the Just Ask Your Mom Podcast.  Her next novel, The Lookout, is slated to be released in 2027. Her personal essays can be found on bonnieblaylock.com [https://www.bonnieblaylock.com/]. She can be found on IG @blayblon [https://www.instagram.com/blaybon/] Buy Water Women here [https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-water-women-bonnie-blaylock/fba0226193764012?ean=9781662535666&next=t].  I’m Samantha Perkins and this is Why You Write That?!?!?  This podcast is for anyone who wonders what authors were thinking when they shared that really detailed secret or their most embarrassing moment.  For writers, future writers, readers, and those who love words Join me as I interview authors and writers to uncover the truth behind why they share all the of those cringey details and what it feels like to air it all! So press play and get ready to hear the story behind the words Thank  you so much for listening! Please support the author by buying their books, attending their events, and liking and following them on social media.  If you liked this episode help please share with a friend and leave a review!

Marketing With A Book For Health Authorities

Janan Sarwar is a publisher, editor, and speaker with over a decade of experience in the publishing industry. She serves as the Deputy Editor of Health Authority Books and is the Publisher of Global Bookshelves International. Through her work, she is dedicated to elevating diverse voices and helping individuals share meaningful, impactful stories. Her background in editing, storytelling, and leadership informs her approach to collaborating with authors and bringing their ideas to life. Find Out More About Janan Here [https://www.globalbookshelves.com/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnhxborUzHlPCfeMENrx38Erj2EUjn4xYZpBD55OknAvPjYnHtr4R6-H8hKRg_aem_od0K0Ot3783d25fHEZL_OA].  Follow her on IG here.  [https://www.instagram.com/bookjanan/] I’m Samantha Perkins and this is Why You Write That?!?!?  This podcast is for anyone who wonders what authors were thinking when they shared that really detailed secret or their most embarrassing moment.  For writers, future writers, readers, and those who love words Join me as I interview authors and writers to uncover the truth behind why they share all the of those cringey details and what it feels like to air it all! So press play and get ready to hear the story behind the words Thank  you so much for listening! Please support the author by buying their books, attending their events, and liking and following them on social media.  If you liked this episode help please share with a friend and leave a review!

Through Their Eyes with Nancy Collander

Nancy Collander’s lifetime with animals frames the way she sees the world. Dogs are her teachers, providing her a unique outlook on life and amplifying her wry sense of humor. A lifetime of dog adoption and rescue provided the framework for Nancy’s first book, Through Their Eyes; Reflections on joy, loss, and learning. Twenty-seven years on a small farm in Central Ohio inspired Short Notes from a Small Farm, an as yet unpublished series of short stories about a city girl’s life in the country. Nancy's short story, Foal Watch, placed first in the Westerville, Ohio, “Celebrate the Arts Writing Contest” in 2021. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Nancy’s creative writing spark was kindled at Ohio Dominican College where she earned her Bachelor of Arts. Nancy now resides in Michigan. You can find Nancy's book through her website here [https://www.nancycollander.com/].  I’m Samantha Perkins and this is Why You Write That?!?!?  This podcast is for anyone who wonders what authors were thinking when they shared that really detailed secret or their most embarrassing moment.  For writers, future writers, readers, and those who love words Join me as I interview authors and writers to uncover the truth behind why they share all the of those cringey details and what it feels like to air it all! So press play and get ready to hear the story behind the words Thank  you so much for listening! Please support the author by buying their books, attending their events, and liking and following them on social media.  If you liked this episode help please share with a friend and leave a review!

Fly with Brittany Thurman

Brittany is the author of Fly, a Golden Kite Award-winning picture book, Forever and Always, and the middle-grade detective series, Opal Watson: Private Eye. She was born in Louisville, Ky and later studied theater in London, England, and Dramatic Writing at Carnegie Mellon University, before working in youth education at art museums and public libraries. When she’s not writing, you’ll find her discovering the magic of musicals, learning embroidery, tackling home renovation projects, and holding tight to my elders and childhood home. You can out more about her and buy her books here. [https://www.brittanythurman.com/]  Look for upcoming events at the Louisville Free Public Library here. [https://www.lfpl.org/events]  I’m Samantha Perkins and this is Why You Write That?!?!?  This podcast is for anyone who wonders what authors were thinking when they shared that really detailed secret or their most embarrassing moment.  For writers, future writers, readers, and those who love words Join me as I interview authors and writers to uncover the truth behind why they share all the of those cringey details and what it feels like to air it all! So press play and get ready to hear the story behind the words Thank  you so much for listening! Please support the author by buying their books, attending their events, and liking and following them on social media.  If you liked this episode help please share with a friend and leave a review!

Bamboozled with Ken Middleton

Check out Ken's book here [https://thebamboozledbook.com/] as well as his Dry 90 challenge.  [https://thebamboozledbook.com/] I’m Samantha Perkins and this is Why You Write That?!?!?  This podcast is for anyone who wonders what authors were thinking when they shared that really detailed secret or their most embarrassing moment.  For writers, future writers, readers, and those who love words Join me as I interview authors and writers to uncover the truth behind why they share all the of those cringey details and what it feels like to air it all! So press play and get ready to hear the story behind the words Thank  you so much for listening! Please support the author by buying their books, attending their events, and liking and following them on social media.  If you liked this episode help please share with a friend and leave a review!