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The Write MindsetAuthor Interview: Stefanie Nici on Likable Characters, Voice, And More...Author Interview: Stefanie Nici on Likable Characters, Voice, And More... Join me for a conversation with author Stefanie Nici about the unique depth writers bring to dialogue, the power of writing from personal interest, and the craft of creating likable characters. We explore how mentors shaped our approaches, why writing what fascinates you connects with readers, and the difference between everyday conversations and the deeper connections writers share. Real talk about craft and authenticity.
2026-02-131h 09The Write MindsetEdo van Belkom: Author of Lord Soth Dragonlance & Death Drives A SemiI had the pleasure of spending time with one of my childhood heroes, Edo van Belkom, the author of Lord Soth Dragonlance and Death Drives A Semi. Learning about his journey as an author, insight on writing, and the ins and outs of the publishing industry.Edo van Belkom's Books: https://amzn.to/4t2kXMk▶ The 27 Plot Point Outline: When Plot meets Story https://amzn.to/4r2H1EO▶ The Foundation For Longevity [Book 1 of The Breaking Down Success Series] https://amzn.to/4mbh97n
2026-01-301h 01The Write MindsetJ.D. Barker Interview: From The Fourth Monkey to Collaborating With James PattersonJoin Thomas J. Bellezza in conversation with bestselling author J.D. Barker (Dracul, The Fourth Monkey, Something I Keep Upstairs) about his writing process, collaborating with James Patterson, hybrid publishing strategies, and how autism profoundly influenced his creative work. Discover practical advice on author branding, coauthoring, and decades of experience building a successful writing career.J.D. BARKER BOOKS: https://amzn.to/3Nh1GGRWEBSITE: https://jdbarker.com/
2026-01-1743 minThe Write MindsetKitchen Witch Cookbook Author on Writing Nonfiction and Cooking With IntentionKitchen Witch Cookbook Author on Writing Nonfiction and Cooking With Intention. Join Thomas J. Bellezza in conversation with published author Dawn Aurora Hunt about writing cookbooks, the differences between nonfiction and fiction writing, and how food influences personal energy. Discover what it takes to become a published cookbook author, cooking with intention as a kitchen witch, and the unique craft challenges of writing about food versus storytelling.Dawn Aurora HuntBOOKS: https://amzn.to/4sibgJjWEBSITE: https://cucinaaurora.com/▶ The Foundation For Longevity [Book 1 of The Breaking Down Success Series] https://amzn.to/4mbh97n
2026-01-0255 minThe Write MindsetWendy Dale on Dodging Bombs, Guerrilla Soldiers, and Writing MemoirsWendy Dale on Dodging Bombs, Guerrilla Soldiers, and Writing Memoirs. In this unforgettable interview, author Wendy Dale joins Thomas J. Bellezza on The Write Mindset to share her incredible journey: from traveling the world and dodging bombs and bullets to partying with guerrilla soldiers and eventually becoming a celebrated memoirist.We dive into her latest release, The Memoir Engineering System, a practical and transformative guide to writing memoirs with structure and soul. Wendy opens up about how her wild past shaped her approach to storytelling—and why your life doesn’t need to be extreme to be worth writ...
2025-12-191h 12The Write MindsetHow It Feels to Be a New Author with J.K. LamboHow It Feels to Be a New Author with J.K. Lambo. In this special episode of The Write Mindset, I sit down with J.K. Lambo, a debut author on the rise, to talk about her journey writing her new novel and stepping into the world of authorship.We dive into her creative process, the story she's working on, and what it’s like to navigate the publishing path for the first time. I'm honored to be the one hosting her very first interview, and it’s one you don’t want to miss.Whether you’re...
2025-12-0543 minThe Write MindsetShould Authors Be Judged by Their Stories? Author Eloise BahrShould Authors Be Judged by Their Stories? In this thought-provoking conversation, author Eloise Bahr joins Thomas J. Bellezza to explore a complex question:Is what you write a reflection of who you are? Together, they unpack the debate around whether authors should be judged by the themes they explore, especially controversial ones like slavery, murder, or violence. Is a writer responsible for the dark worlds they create? Or is fiction a place where ideas should be tested, not endorsed?If you're a writer, reader, or creative thinker, this candid discussion will challenge assumptions, spark dialogue, and...
2025-11-211h 04The Write MindsetSucceeding On Your Own Terms: Author Dr. Sheena HowardSucceeding On Your Own Terms: Author Dr. Sheena Howard wrote fiction, non-fiction, film, comics, and graphic novels | Howard University Alum | Eisner Award winner | Featured in Emmy-nominated episode of State of the Arts | Appearances on BCC, ABC, PBS, and more | All types of stories deserve to be told, and I'm here to tell them | Growth happens when you listen to the stories that make you uncomfortable and consume things that challenge what you think you know.
2025-11-0759 minThe Write MindsetAuthor Jody J. Sperling And The Journey of an WriterJody J. Sperling crafts genre-bending mysteries that blend supernatural elements with hard-boiled detective fiction. His Luke In Time Mystery series follows an unconventional detective duo through cases that challenge both the laws of physics and human nature. Through his podcast 'Becoming A Household Name,' Sperling shares his writing journey and connects with fellow storytellers and readers alike.
2025-10-241h 02The Write MindsetFrom Scripts to Stage To Novels: Casting Agent & Author Helene GalekHelene Galek is a lifelong passion for dance and NYC, this performer went from Broadway's "soubrette" to a full-time casting director and producer. She has worked on numerous projects, from vintage musicals to feature films, and has even produced successful shows that raised money for charity.
2025-10-1058 minThe Write MindsetThe Power of How Stories Change The World with Ken AtchityThe Power of How Stories Change The World with Ken Atchity—With fifty years’ experience in the publishing world and thirty-five years in entertainment, Dr. Ken Atchity is a self-labeled “Story Merchant” author, professor, producer, career coach, teacher, and literary manager, responsible for launching dozens of books and films.
2025-09-261h 08The Write MindsetLorna Graham, Author of Where You Once BelongedLiving in Greenwich Village, just like the legends of old, inspired this writer's journey from a news production assistant to a successful novelist and TV news writer. After working at Good Morning America and interviewing literary greats like Stephen King, she wrote her debut novel, *The Ghost of Greenwich Village*, which explores the dynamic and storied neighborhood she loves. Now a writer for Dateline NBC and other powerful documentaries, she continues to craft engaging stories for the screen while drawing inspiration from the city around her.
2025-09-121h 16The Write MindsetWriting Comics and Long-Form Narrative with Quincy JacksonFor over 20 years, Quincy Jackson has been a self-made, multi-published, multi-faceted, professional creative director and creative artist in the industry of comic books, video games, animation, and indie film production, as well as performance arts, photography, music recording, and soundtrack production. Quincy Jackson has gotten the attention of some of the most prolific recording artists, entertainers, and Hollywood stars in the industry. Quincy Jackson has been recognized across the globe world wide in all categories of the arts & entertainment world with music, photography and illustration in festivals, comic conventions,
2025-08-291h 25The Write MindsetThe Magic of Writing and Directing With Kalyx KaiKalyx Kai is a horror writer, director, and producer who has been making short films since 2019. She's recently started a horror series called Happy’s Horror Crypt, which is available on her YouTube channel, Jersey Kai Horror, which features a host of horror-related material.
2025-08-1551 minThe Write MindsetSeparation of Art from the Artist with Author JD EstradaAuthor JD Estrada joins me for a conversation about writing and the age-old discussion about separation of art from the artist.
2025-03-141h 16The Write MindsetWriting Urban Fantasy with Author JM CeliAuthor JM Celi (@authorjmceli) joins us on today's podcast episode, where he talks about his writing process of getting his vampire Urban Fantasy novels written.
2025-02-281h 10The Write MindsetThe Art of Narrative: Writing Your First Novel with Paulo PérezPaulo Pérez joins Thomas J. Bellezza on The Write Mindset Podcast, discussing the art of narrative and writing your first novel. What is a narrative, how should you approach your novel, and what is the process? All topics we go over on today's episode!Paulo Pérez is a Bolivian-American filmmaker and novelist. He grew up in Maryland, but at the age of 17, Paulo Pérez left the comfort of home. Journeying across multiple continents refined his artistic and entrepreneurial vision. Flashforward two years; he traveled west to broaden his knowledge at Arizona State University, where he gra...
2025-02-141h 24The Write MindsetNicole Pierman: Mental Health, Writing, and Characters with AgencyAnother amazing appearance for Nicole Pierman, coming to talk with me for a third time about mental health in novels, writing, and giving characters agency.Nicole Pierman: https://www.youtube.com/@NicolesBookishNookBOOKS: https://amzn.to/41ufnHd
2025-01-311h 22The Write MindsetFinding An Editor Right For You with Author Stefanie NiciI get to speak with author Stefanie Nici today, exploring the power of finding an editor right for you as a writer. Two Long Islanders go out it with no subtitles, but I assure you, we learned, laughed, and explored the world of writing.
2025-01-171h 03The Write MindsetThe Therapeutic Relief of Writing with Author EA ChannonFantasy author EA Channon joins Thomas J. Bellezza to talk about the journey of writing realistic PTSD and working through trauma, and having a 20-year writing career.
2025-01-031h 15The Write MindsetWhen Does Writing Cross The Line with Author Thomas R Clark?Author Thomas R Clark sits down with host Thomas J. Bellezza in this episode of The Write Mindset Podcast to talk about writing and when does it cross the line in novels? Should art provoke emotional responses, intentionally offend people, or should writing be policed to protect everyone?
2024-12-201h 39The Write MindsetA Discussion About Writing And Substance In A Novel With Author Jody J SperlingJody J. Sperling and I excitedly go over the Brandon Sanderson record-breaking Kickstarter campaign news. We explore the value of giving knowledge away for free to build a community. The more our community of authors and this industry have, the greater the community can become. The conversation dives into the "me perspective" vs. the "we perspective" when individuals help others for the benefit of themselves or to better the community. Jody dives into his passion for his desire to want success as a writer since a young age. The question is how a writer should or could prep their pitch...
2024-12-061h 30The Write MindsetMarketing Your Author Brand With Author Dr. Sheena HowardDr. Sheena Howard was the First Black woman to win an Eisner Award for her first book, 𝘉𝘭𝘢𝘤𝘬 𝘊𝘰𝘮𝘪𝘤𝘴: 𝘗𝘰𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘙𝘢𝘤𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘙𝘦𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 (2013). The Eisner Awards are considered the ‘Oscars of Comics’.https://sheenachoward.com/BOOKS: https://amzn.to/3Njn0It
2024-11-221h 22The Write MindsetWorking Together In The Writing Community with Author Emma Bennet'Emma grew up and lived in London, before falling in love and moving to Wales to marry her own hero. Emma now lives with her husband and four children in a small Welsh market town. She can often be found in rivers attempting to control two overexcited chocolate Labradors, whose snoring features in many of her YouTube videos. Emma likes (in no particular order): cake, books, Cary Grant films, coffee, chocolate, guinea pigs, knitting, quilting, and happily ever afters!'www.emma-bennet.co.ukhttps://linktr.ee/emmabennetromanceBOOKS: https://amzn.to/3ZZXgbL
2024-11-0854 minThe Write MindsetBringing Magic To Your Life With Author Ash D. Collins (Awyn Dawn)I had a blast speaking with Author Ash D. Collins (Awyn Dawn) on this episode of The Write Mindset. What began as a conversation about her 111 Magic book naturally morphed into a conversation on the craft of writing. She really brought a lot of great energy, as there was laughter, knowledge, and magic! ~ May our efforts help the community work, grow, and rise together, and keep developing "The Write Mindset." Thomas J. Bellezza #ThomasJBellezza #TheWriteMindset #AuthorsAsOne ASH D. COLLINS / AWYN DAWN | https://linktr.ee/ashdcollins Writing under the name Awyn Dawn, Ash D. Collins wrote her first book in 2020. This...
2024-08-141h 38The Write MindsetMarketing in the industry for self-published authors with Eloise BahrI had a chance to sit with Eloise Bahr and have a conversation about marketing in the industry for self-publishers, ideas on the writing process, and our own journeys as writers ourselves! ~ May our efforts help the community work, grow, and rise together, and keep developing "The Write Mindset." Thomas J. Bellezza #ThomasJBellezza #TheWriteMindset #AuthorsAsOne ELOISE BAHR | https://eloisebahr.com/ YouTube Channel | @authoreloisebahr Eloise Bahr is an adult historical fantasy author who has been obsessed with Greek Mythology since sixth grade and has been writing since then as well. Her debut novel is the first in a series which explores th...
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Senza ConcessioniQuesta lunga puntata offre: violenza, Europa, bellezza e marketingIn questa puntata del 20/05/2024: Chef Rubio aggredito, gli europarlamentari italiani non rappresentano le nuove generazioni, la triste storia dei concorsi di bellezza, Rovazzi e il marketing.
2024-05-2047 minThe Write MindsetWriting To Create Change | Creativity With Purpose: Interview with Dawn Reno LangleyI am so grateful for the opportunity to interview author Dawn Reno Langley. She gave me some insight into her writing process and the stories she's written and researched, and we had an all-around fun conversation as two authors sitting in front of mics! It's all about working, growing, and rising together to keep the creative flow growing as we develop "The Write Mindset." DAWN RENO LANGLEY WEBSITE: https://www.dawnrenolangley.net/ Analyzing the Prescotts: https://amzn.to/48Ny49I More Books from Dawn: https://amzn.to/47T4u1k Dawn Reno Langley...
2024-01-311h 14The Write MindsetDo You Have To Read To Be A Great Writer | A Conversation With Nicole PiermanThomas J. Bellezza sits with author Nicole Pierman, and they talk about the topic "To be a great writer, you have to be a prolific reader"? Their conversation ranges from the position against the statement to how reading helps and what really makes a great writer great. They also talk about what makes good writing good or bad and how not all great writing is good. It's all about working, growing, and rising together to keep the creative flow growing as we develop "The Write Mindset."
2023-12-141h 40The Write MindsetWriting For A Wrestling Federation With Special Guest A.J. PanThe one and only A.J. Pan gave us his time to talk about the process of writing for a wrestling federation, controlling the storylines, going the long way to get the big payoffs, and the journey one has with a career in wrestling. It's all about working, growing, and rising together to keep the creative flow growing as we develop "The Write Mindset."
2023-11-301h 05The Write MindsetWriting Lyrics and Exploring Their Meaning With Paul LaPlacaPaul LaPlaca sits down with Thomas J. Bellezza as they discuss Paul's lyrical writing process and dive into their meanings. They go over the journey Paul went through, from being a kid in high school to having a presence in the music industry. It's all about working, growing, and rising together to keep the creative flow growing as we develop "The Write Mindset."
2023-11-161h 30The Write MindsetThe Process Of Writing A Novel And Navigating Your First Publishing deal With Author Gregory CioffiGregory Cioffi and Thomas J. Bellezza catch up after ten years, talking about life, writing, and the process of getting your idea to the page. He lets us in on his publishing deal, his journey, and how he approaches his novels. It's all about working, growing, and rising together, to keep the creative flow growing as we develop "The Write Mindset."
2023-11-021h 10The Write MindsetSucceeding as a Screenwriter for Hire: An Exclusive Interview with Victor JoynerTune in to The Write Mindset Podcast for an insightful interview with Victor Joyner, a distinguished screenwriter. Join us as we delve into Victor's illustrious career in the film industry, where he has thrived as a sought-after writer for hire. In this engaging conversation, we uncover the secrets to success in the competitive world of screenwriting, while also exploring the unique experiences and challenges faced by professional writers for hire. Whether you're an aspiring screenwriter or a seasoned pro, this episode offers a wealth of wisdom, industry insights, and firsthand knowledge to inspire and guide your own writing journey. It's...
2023-10-1946 minThe Write MindsetSuccess in Screenwriting: An Insider's Interview with Matthew WalshWe sit down with Matthew Walsh, a seasoned screenwriter, to unravel the secrets of making it in the film industry. In this illuminating interview, Matthew shares his remarkable journey in the world of screenwriting, offering invaluable insights into what it takes to thrive in this competitive field. We delve deep into the misconceptions that often mislead aspiring screenwriters, debunking myths and providing a clear roadmap for those looking to kickstart their own careers. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just beginning your screenwriting adventure, this episode is a treasure trove of wisdom and inspiration. It's all about working, growing, and...
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