The Author’s Lounge with Briel O'Cyrus

#104 - Debut Author, PENN SAVITCH talks new comedy book, "Wedding Scam" A Punk Rock Romance Novella & more!

To purchase "WEDDING SCAM" by author, Penn Savitch, please click the link: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/wedding-scam-penn-savitch/1149895371 [https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/wedding-scam-penn-savitch/1149895371]

#103 - Debut author, SYMONE FAIRCHILD talks brand new book, "Extraordinary Trauma to Extraordinary Dreams!"

Original video:https://youtu.be/VOjW8iRLAtA [https://youtu.be/VOjW8iRLAtA] Want to learn more about the sensational, Symone Fairchild? Please visit her website: https://www.symonefairchild.com/ [https://www.symonefairchild.com/] Don't forget to purchase her debut book, "Extraordinary Trauma to Extraordinary Dreams," at any of the links below: USA – https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GX31Y8SX [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GX31Y8SX] UK (United Kingdom) - https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0GX31Y8SX [https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0GX31Y8SX] DE (Germany) – https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0GX31Y8SX [https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0GX31Y8SX] FR (France) – https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B0GX31Y8SX [https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B0GX31Y8SX] ES (Spain) – https://www.amazon.es/dp/B0GX31Y8SX [https://www.amazon.es/dp/B0GX31Y8SX] IT (Italy) – https://www.amazon.it/dp/B0GX31Y8SX [https://www.amazon.it/dp/B0GX31Y8SX] NL (Netherlands) – https://www.amazon.nl/dp/B0GX31Y8SX [https://www.amazon.nl/dp/B0GX31Y8SX] JP (Japan) – https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/B0GX31Y8SX [https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/B0GX31Y8SX] BR (Brasil)– https://www.amazon.com.br/dp/B0GX31Y8SX [https://www.amazon.com.br/dp/B0GX31Y8SX] CA (Canada)– https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0GX31Y8SX [https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0GX31Y8SX] MX (México)– https://www.amazon.com.mx/dp/B0GX31Y8SX [https://www.amazon.com.mx/dp/B0GX31Y8SX] AU (Australia) – https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0GX31Y8SX [https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0GX31Y8SX] IN (India) – https://www.amazon.in/dp/B0GX31Y8SX  [https://www.amazon.in/dp/B0GX31Y8SX ]

#102 - YA Fantasy Author, BETHANY ATAZADEH talks booktok, BookCon, writing fantasy, indie publishing & more

Original video: https://youtu.be/dg_Zi0JacQw [https://youtu.be/dg_Zi0JacQw] https://www.bethanyatazadeh.com/ [https://www.bethanyatazadeh.com/] Bethany Atazadeh is a Young Adult (YA) author of fantasy, writing coach on Patreon and YouTube, and entrepreneur.

#101 - Filmmaker, GIL RIOS on working with RZA of the WU-TANG CLAN, being a director, educator, & much more

https://youtu.be/kuLxC6cAwiU [https://youtu.be/kuLxC6cAwiU] https://www.gilrios1.com [https://www.gilrios1.com/] Gil Rios is a visionary filmmaker, director, and educator who transforms stories into cinematic experiences that captivate audiences and elevate brands. As the founder of A Gil Rios Production LLC, he has built a reputation for producing award-winning documentaries, high-impact commercials, and music videos that bridge creativity with culture. His work has been showcased at renowned festivals such as the Hip Hop Film Festival, and has captured the voices of legendary artists, schools, nonprofits, and entrepreneurs. With expertise in cinematography, editing, sound design, and storytelling, Gil has mastered the ability to create polished, professional content that resonates emotionally while maintaining the highest technical quality. Whether filming in the classroom, on stage, or on the streets of New York, he brings a sharp eye for detail, a deep respect for community stories, and the technical excellence of a seasoned cinematographer.

#100 - 5-time Grammy nominee, ROBIN THICKE talks family, music, The Mask Singer, charity involvement & more

Link to video version of this episode: https://youtu.be/YK8A3sc9OiQ  [https://youtu.be/YK8A3sc9OiQ] Robin Thicke is a 5-time Grammy nominee with hit records such as Lost Without You, Blurred Lines, Sex Therapy, & Give it 2 U. His 2013 hit Blurred Lines (featuring T.I. and Pharrell) spent 12 weeks at No. 1 on the Billboards Top 100 & received diamond certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). He’s collaborated with music artists such as Michael Jackson, Usher, Lil Wayne, Nicki Minaj, Mary J. Blidge, Jennifer Hudson, & Pitbull to name a few. Additionally, he is a judge on Fox’s The Masked Singer along side Ken Jeong, Jenny McCarthy-Wahlberg, Rita Ora, & host Nick Cannon. Robin is also an avid supporter of charity always giving back to communities in need of help.  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFHZMfLTN8Zg2sUIrLJhRQQ [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFHZMfLTN8Zg2sUIrLJhRQQ] Want to listen to Robin Thicke's music? Please click the YouTube link above to view his channel. Shaggy, Robin Thicke - Looking Lovely | Official Music Video https://youtu.be/gqG1OyRjrSY?si=KnMTTsA6TotHx1NT  [https://youtu.be/gqG1OyRjrSY?si=KnMTTsA6TotHx1NT ]