J.D. Barker On Writing Prequels

This episode, Rob chats with guest Chad SImpson, author of Walk Like a Champion. Chad describes the work as a sports parable that teaches principles for becoming a true champion of Christ and brings up honest conversations about pressure, purpose, identity, and faithOrder Walk Like a ChampionThe Super Penguin Book Drive kicks off Wednesday November 11th on Whatnot! YOU get $25 FREE when you follow Rob on the app. Tap HERE to follow and claim your credit!Use code PODCAST for 15% off your order at AuthorRob.comMusic from Uppbeat"Hometown" by NorthwesternLicense code: IRZBZOVAIWHHCUXO

Welcome back to the show! This time around we chat with fantasy author Auri Jones on his novel, Miren: Prophecy of the Four. In this episode, Auri and Rob chat about the book, artistic influences, and where our ideas originate.CLICK HERE FOR AURI JONES"S LINKTREECheck out Rob's new website, AuthorRob.com .Ger 15% OFF your order with coupon code PODCASTMusic from Uppbeat"Hometown" by NorthwesternLicense code: IRZBZOVAIWHHCUXO

Thanks for listening to the podcast! This week we have Linda Sammaritan joining the show. She shares her story and how real life history influenced her life, and her stories.CLICK HERE to check out Linda's work For more information about Rob and his work, head over to SuperPenguinBook.com Use code PODCAST for 15% Off your order!Music from Uppbeat"Hometown" by NorthwesternLicense code: IRZBZOVAIWHHCUXO

On this episode of On Writing, Rob chats with Tania Pettet. Tania lives in the United Kingdom and her debut novel 11 Warten Way. You can find the book's description below.Follow Tania on Instagram!Check out Rob's new Children's Book FLY LIKE A PENGUIN ! Get 15% OFF Your Order at SuperPenguinBook.com/store with coupon code PODCAST 11 Warten WayIn 1940s Italy, Ottie’s life is defined by family loyalty and the demands of her domineering father. Sent to work in a British munitions factory near Positano, she finds herself drawn to Hal, a soldier grappling with the horrors of war. As their forbidden love grows, Ottie is forced to confront the expectations of her family and the brutal realities of a country at war.Decades later, Fi’s life feels unmoored after losing her beloved grandmother. Drawn to Italy under the guise of returning a family keepsake, she retraces Ottie’s wartime journey, searching for answers and a sense of belonging.What happens when the echoes of one life guide the steps of another?11 Warten Way is a sweeping historical family saga about the sacrifices we make, the stories we inherit, and the courage it takes to find our way home.Music from Uppbeat"Hometown" by NorthwesternLicense code: IRZBZOVAIWHHCUXO

Welcome back to the podcast! This episode we welcome our FIRST international guest with Trish Springsteen from Queensland, Australia!Trish has written a variety of books, including books to help YOU tell YOUR story, For more information about her books, head over to trishspringsteen.com/books/Check out Rob's newest book FLY LIKE A PENGUIN out now at SuperPenguinBook.com/store Use Code PODCAST for 15% off your order.Music from Uppbeat"Hometown" by NorthwesternLicense code: IRZBZOVAIWHHCUXO

Welcome back to the show!This week we are talking with Dalton Halls, a musician from Danville, Illinois. We'll be analyzing the similarities and differences that occur when writing music and writing literature.Tap here to check out Dalton's music!Head over to SuperPenguinBook.com for Rob's new release Fly Like a Penguin! Use code PODCAST for 15% off your order!Music from Uppbeat"Hometown" by NorthwesternLicense code: IRZBZOVAIWHHCUXO

Welcome back to On Writing!On this episode we chat with Gretchen A. Carlson who has written two middle grade historical fiction novels that take place during The Great Depression and World War II.For more infomation about her and her books, go to gretchen-carlson.comThere's just a few days left for the Christmas in July Superhero Book Drive! CLICK HERE if you'd like to donate. Use code PODCAST for 15% OFF your order at SuperPenguinBook.com/storeMusic from Uppbeat"Hometown" by NorthwesternLicense code: IRZBZOVAIWHHCUXO

Welcome to On Writing!This episode we hosted Ekta R. Garg who shared her journey with us. Topics include information on Hybrid Publishing, Reimagining Public Domain Fairy Tales and Novel Book Camp.For more information about Ekta and her books, check our EktaRGarg.comClick here for more information about Novel Book CampJoin the Christmas in July Superhero Book Drive!Use code PODCAST for 15% off at online Super Penguin Book Store.Music from Uppbeat"Hometown" by NorthwesternLicense code: IRZBZOVAIWHHCUXO

Welcome back to On Writing! In this episode, New York Times Bestseller JD Barker returns to talk about his experience writing The First Scarlet Door, the prequel to his best selling 4MK Trilogy. JD shares best bets valuable to any writer looking to go back in time with their characters. Check out JDBarker.com to learn more!Join the Christmas in July Superhero Book Drive! Donate a book to a child in need!Use code PODCAST for 15% OFF your order at SuperPenguinBook.com/storeMusic from Uppbeat"Hometown" by NorthwesternLicense code: IRZBZOVAIWHHCUXO

Welcome back to the show! This week Rob interviews Brian K. Morris, a writer of "New Pulp" (among other things). The conversation also includes tapping into the public domain and getting involved with anthologies. Check out Brian's work at RisingTide.PubCheck out Rob's new picture book, Fly Like a Penguin available for perorder and shipping out this month!Use code PODCAST for 15% off your order!Music from Uppbeat"Hometown" by NorthwesternLicense code: IRZBZOVAIWHHCUXO