October 25, 2023

David Jacinto

Inspired by a true story based on the author’s family history, this powerful debut novel chronicles the journey of a 19th century child coal miner as he rises from the ashes of poverty and tragedy to reach for his dreams. Seven-year old Tommy Wright’s dramatic story highlights issues of class warfare and child labor against the backdrop of England’s Industrial Revolution.

Literature, History

David Jacinto was born into a family living on the wrong side of the tracks and has been a storyteller ever since. He was the first in his extended family to attend college, and as a student athlete at one of the most prestigious universities in the United States, he received his degree in civil engineering. He went on to serve as president of SM Engineering Company, held leadership roles in multiple national and international companies along the west coast of California, and was on the board of directors for others. He was also commandeered by the State of California on special assignment as chief engineer to help rescue California’s three major utilities on the verge of bankruptcy during the highly publicized $300 billion energy crisis in 2001. 

Despite his business successes, he supposes his greatest achievements have been to convince the fetching Anne Gray to become his wife, the good fortune to be a part of the lives of his 4 wonderful children, their wives and husband, and the blessing to be Papa J to 13 near-perfect grandchildren. Out of the Darkness is his second book, with Where Eagles Fly Free to follow as the second in the series.

October 20, 2023

Scott Kyle

I am reaching out to see if you would be interested in speaking with Scott Kyle and Patrick Fischer, co-authors of the book, The Compound Code: An Expert Guide to Trading Stocks & Options, for anything you are working on. 

 

This book is a straightforward and accessible guide that examines the art and science of smart investing, while showing readers how to profit from the power of compounding using stocks, dividends and options in one’s investment portfolio. In the book, Scott and Patrick reveal insider secrets, effective tools and strategies that readers need to manage investments in good times and bad. 

 

The Compound Code is integral for any investor seeking to avoid mistakes and implement systems on the road to superior investment returns. 

 

If you are interested in booking an interview with Scott and Patrick, below are some of the topics that they can elaborate on during an interview: 

 

How to leverage covered call options to generate income. How dividends can help generate income. How does compounding work? How many positions should I have in my portfolio? When is it best to buy stocks versus bonds? How do I short stocks?  Is this risky? When is the best time to sell a stock? Should I invest in individual stocks or ETFs/mutual funds?

 

Please let me know if we can send over a copy of the book. I have included more information about the authors below. 

 

Best, 

 

Rebekah 

Scott Kyle is the CEO and Chief Investment Officer of Coastwise Capital Group, LLC, a boutique money management firm headquartered in La Jolla, CA. He was a co-founder of The Active Network, Inc. where he served as CFO and Board of Director.

Scott holds degrees in Economics and International Relations from Tufts University (magna cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa), a General Course Degree in International Relations from the London School of Economics, and an MBA from Harvard University. Scott is a two-time world champion sailor, an Ironman triathlon finisher, and a third-degree black belt in Shaolin Kempo. Scott lives in La Jolla with his family where he organizes various events in the community. 

Patrick Fischer is a Financial Advisor at Coastwise Capital Group, LLC.  He began his career with Scott at G2 Capital Management in La Jolla in 2002 as an equity research associate. From 2004 to 2008, Patrick co-managed a systematic global macro hedge fund at Mellon Capital Management in San Francisco. After graduating from business school, he spent the following decade overseas in Singapore and London in commodities trading and business development roles at Nomura, Citi, and Trafigura.

Patrick earned a BA in mathematics and a BS in computer science engineering from UC San Diego as well as an MBA with a concentration in finance from UC Berkeley. While in business school, he spent a semester abroad at IESE business school in Barcelona, Spain. 

Patrick competed on the varsity swim and triathlon teams for UC San Diego and continues to swim, surf, and compete in triathlons.

October 19, 2023

Kevin Sisco

I am a self-employed computer security consultant, I T specialist, and for the past few years, a software developer who happens to be fully blind.  Lately, I have spent time developing blockchain technology known as Chainpages.  This is a way to build simple webpages on the blockchain.  I am happy to talk in detail about blockchain, Chainpages, technology in general, and even how I do this as a blind person.  To read more about Chainpages you can visit:

http://tfotaj.blogspot.com/2023/08/chainpages.html

United States

I am a fully blind computer security consultant, I T specialist, and software developer.  I spend my time educating others about staying safe online as well as creating technology to better humanity.

October 19, 2023

Amy Daughters

December 7th is National Letter Writing Day, and author Amy Daughters, is trying to encourage people to re-discover the art of letter writing. 

 

In her book, Dear Dana: That time I went crazy and wrote all 580 of my Facebook friends a handwritten letter, Amy chronicles how when she found out her old friend Dana's son was battling childhood cancer for the second time through Facebook, the pair started to write weekly letters. After he sadly passed away, Amy and Dana continued to write letters. Amy decided to reconnect with every one of her Facebook friends by writing them a handwritten letter. 

 

As her New Year's resolution this year, Amy wanted to do more than write a note on their Facebook 'wall.' She has been sending birthday cards to all of her Facebook friends. She has 620 Facebook friends and mails an average of 17 personalized letters a week. 

 

Below are some of the topics that Amy can talk about: 

Lost Art of Letter Writing – The deliberateness of a letter, honest, believable and genuine, more than Social Media could ever be. Bringing back the beautiful connection of a handwritten letter.  How can we teach our younger generation to value a pen & stationery?  The evolution of friendships and connections due to social media.

 

Thank you in advance! Please let me know if I can connect you with Amy. 

Best, 

Rebekah 

Literature, Careers, Inspirational, Motivational

A native Houstonian and a graduate of The Texas Tech University, Amy W. Daughters has been a freelance writer for more than a decade — mostly covering college football and sometimes talking about her feelings. Her debut novel, You Cannot Mess This Up: A True Story That Never Happened (She Writes Press, 2019), was selected as the Silver Winner for Humor in the 2019 Foreword INDIES and the Overall Winner for Humor/Comedy in the 2020 Next Generation Indie Awards. An amateur historian, hack golfer, charlatan fashion model, and regular on the ribbon dancing circuit, Amy — a proud former resident of Blackwell, England, and Dayton, Ohio currently lives in Tomball, Texas, a suburb of Houston. She is married to a foxy computer person, Willie, and is the lucky mother of two amazing sons, Will and Matthew.

October 19, 2023

Andy Mossack

Andy is the Travel Guru on BBC radio’s Late Show and presents Where in the world is Andy most weeks, a fun quiz where listeners try to guess just where in the world he is! Andy has appeared regularly on BBC 5 Live, TalkSport, Channel 5, Channel 4, Sky News, and BBC TV News.

Food, Travel & Leisure, Tourism

United Kingdom

Andy Mossack is the Travel Guru on BBC radio’s Late Show and presents Where in the world is Andy most weeks, a fun quiz where listeners try to guess just where in the world he is! Andy has appeared regularly on BBC 5 Live, TalkSport, Channel 5, Channel 4, Sky News, and BBC TV News and is a featured writer in the book 1001 Escapes to Make Before You Die. Andy also regularly lectures on world travel destinations for the Victoria & Albert Museum in London and provides consultancy services for hotels and tourist boards.

October 18, 2023

Ana Maria Caballero

When her young son is diagnosed with epilepsy, award-winning Colombian-American artist and poet, Ana María Caballero, is devastated and hopelessly confused. As the long journey of healing commences, Caballero eschews traditional medicine and instead turns to a group of alternative healers she’s worked with before, whom she affectionately refers to as her army of “witch doctors.”

 

A Petit Mal: A Mother's Healing Love Song is a gripping and finely-tuned memoir that tells two intertwined stories—one about Caballero’s son and the other, her quest to understand, and to ultimately heal his epilepsy. Caballero fearlessly details her experiences of motherhood, healing and spirituality, as she and her husband seek alternative healing for their suffering child. 

 

At the heart of the story are her son’s struggles with seizures which are a part of daily life. A deeply personal tour that coils voices, themes and layers that are at once religious, shamanistic, and scientific. A Petit Mal is a hopeful examination of the path that takes them to an unconventional array of healers, from a Western medical establishment to a tour of ‘witch doctors’ of Bogatá, who provide a momentary respite.

 

I am sure you will enjoy learning about A Petit Mal and Ana's journey, and I would be happy to send you a review copy (finished book or PDF) and arrange an interview.

Literature, Health & Lifestyle, Alternative Health, Kids & Family, Medicine

Ana María Caballero is a first generation Colombian-American poet and artist. Her nonfiction manuscript for A Petit Mal was awarded the International Beverly Prize. She graduated magna cum laude from Harvard University and was a finalist for the Academy of American Poets Prize. Recognized as a digital poetry pioneer for her own innovative work, she is also one of the cofounders of web3 literary gallery, theVERSEverse. 

Caballero knows there are many parents who struggle daily to protect their children dealing with epilepsy and other illnesses. She hopes her book offers inspiration, knowledge and “a protective friend” to others on the same path. 

October 18, 2023

Patricia D’Arcy Laughlin

Patricia D’Arcy Laughlin is the author of Sacrifices For Kingdoms (October 24, 2023), the first book of a romance trilogy which follows the relationship between Elizabeth, a sophisticated activist, and Michael, a European Prince with hidden ambitions, as it intersects with their other loves, lives—and lies. 

 

Filled with passion, danger, and intrigue, their journey crosses continents and cultures, places and races, as they navigate secrets, societal pressures, and decisions as to which kingdom gets sacrificed. The story delves into provocative themes of love, eroticism, religion, environmentalism, and sexism, giving it extra dimension.

 

Patricia can discuss:

The importance of setting and its influence on the narrative Exploration of diverse cultural perspectives inspired by her own multicultural background and world travels The role of literature in initiating conversations around sensitive topics and how it will prompt readers to reflect on these topics in their own lives The theme of "God Has No Gender," a speech given by the protagonist that took Patricia decades to research and write The need for female equality, especially in leadership, to ensure the survival of humanity and the planet The significance of addressing controversial themes and confronting societal norms (religious discrimination, climate change, and women’s rights) within fiction

About Patricia:

She was born in Trinidad of British and French ancestry, educated there and in the UK and U.S. She started working on this novel over 30 years ago, writing the first 10 chapters in long-hand  She’s an award-winning artist, renowned for developing her “Unique Stainings On Wood” She’s still married to her high school sweetheart She did extensive research for this book (and the rest of the trilogy) She was raised staunchly Catholic, but enjoys discussing her research and stance debunking the religious patriarchal oppression of women and how culturally advanced, peaceful Goddess societies were in place long before male-dominated barbarian tribes and organized religious factions came into existence

Thank you for scheduling a conversation with this intriguing new novelist. 

 

Jill Maxick

Senior Publicist

PR by the Book 

jill@prbythebook.com

512-501-4399 ext. 711

Arts, Literature, Love & Relationships, Politics & Government, Emotional Health and Freedom, Religion, Sex, Society and Culture, Travel & Leisure

United States

Patricia D’Arcy Laughlin was born in Trinidad of British and French ancestry. She was educated there, the UK, and the USA. She is a world traveler and an award-winning artist, famous for developing her “Unique Stainings On Wood.” Although she has composed poetry, Sacrifices For Kingdoms is her first novel. She lives in Florida with her husband, and she has three children, five grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.

October 18, 2023

Paige Roberts

Guest/ Interview: November is Novel Writing Month and National Authors Day (1)

 

Timeliness:

October is National Book Month, LGBT History Month

November is National Novel Writing Month, National Authors Day – 1, Wolfenoot Day – 23 (This day celebrates both the Spirit of the Wolf and kindness.)

December is Read a New Book Month

 

Let’s rally your audience to celebrate National Novel Writing in November! Writing books is a tough job, takes a lot of work and is definitely a craft to be celebrated. 

 

Let me introduce you to Paige’s Pages! I’d like to offer Paige E. Ewing, author of Explosive Chemistry (November 2023, City Owl Press) for an excerpt, guest post, or interview. There’s a huge push in publishing to increase inclusivity by using diverse characters who showcase a variety of types of people, Paige and Explosive Chemistry are stepping out on a mission.

 

Let's talk about:

Climate change fiction (hopepunk, solarpunk, cli fi) – Climate change is an existential threat. Paige can talk about what wonderful things would happen if we did better and what awful things will happen if we don’t. Mixing genres – Explosive Chemistry is actually chemistry, made up of mystery, science fiction, fantasy, and even a hint of slow-burn paranormal romance. Neurodivergence – Some of us think even more differently than most. A lot of folks have the concept that having a mental difference means a person doesn’t have the same desires for companionship, or can’t be brilliant, or funny, or useful to society.  World myths – In Explosive Chemistry, we get to meet some native myths and monsters.  Cozy fantasy – Explosive Chemistry, while action-packed, has elements that make it a fun, cozy read, including personal relationships as primary stakes, a found family made up of quirky misfit characters, and even tea parties. The importance of a diverse main cast – “Nice thing about being a fiction writer who wants to change the world: it’s your world, and you can change it.” It’s important for members of the audience to be represented in all aspects, and diversity is something Paige is passionate about in her writing and in her day-to-day life.

About the Novel: Explosive Chemistry is the second installment of the Liliana and the Fae of Fayetteville series. Set 30 years into a hopeful future where fossil fuels are obsolete, Liliana is a reluctant spider-kin fortune teller who is faced with the task of solving the mystery of who killed four soldiers at Fort Liberty. Follow along as Liliana bands together with irritating Fae Colonel as they defend their close friends, an oak goblin doctor and a fairy with a penchant for machine guns. Explosive Chemistry is the perfect book for readers interested in urban fantasy, Fae romance, and a touch of paranormal spiders.

 

Please let me know if you’d like to see an advance review copy or excerpt, or to be connected with the author for a Q&A. Can we set a time to introduce Paige to your audience?

Literature, Plant & Animals, Entertainment, Climate Change, Variety

United States of America

Paige writes about superheroes and sentient cities, were-spiders and gun-loving fairies, werewolves and fighter pilots. By day, Paige writes articles and technical books for O’Reilly Publishers about analytics software and data architecture. In her spare time, Paige loves to shoot arrows and throw axes and spears. She lives in the middle of Texas, and will show you far too many pictures of her garden if you let her. She once invented a way to grow food on Mars that NASA liked, and has a cute trophy to show for it. Her dogs and horses are unimpressed.

October 17, 2023

Heather C. Markham

If, in your 30s, you learned that you had a progressive disease that was soon going to take away your ability to walk (and to do most things without assistance)—how would you respond? 

 

Interview Heather C. Markham, author of Rough Waters: From Surviving to Thriving with a Progressive Muscular Dystrophy, to learn how her response shows all of us:

How to change priorities and personal goals—and open new opportunities in the process Why you need to find your team—those people who’ll be there to help you navigate times of change and adversity and challenge you to do more with your life How to overcome limits, which Heather believes are only in your mind

Heather can also speak about:

The difficult challenges of traveling with a disability—but why it’s amazingly worth it Different types of adapted driving systems and adaptive technologies The importance of advocating for yourself and trusting your own voice The limitations of the ADA, in practice What everyday life on a power wheelchair really looks like 

Press materials and a digital review copy is available here. Print review copies are available by request. 

 

Let me know when we can connect you with Heather - her insight and attitude makes for a phenomenal interview. 

 

Jill Maxick

PR by the Book

jill@prbythebook.com

Design, Health & Lifestyle, Love & Relationships, Medicine, Politics & Government, Emotional Health and Freedom, Mental Health, Inspirational, Travel & Leisure

US

Heather C. Markham is an engineer, assistive technology professional, public speaker, competitive Para Surfer, educator, ADA architectural barriers specialist, golfer, and award-winning international photographer. 

 

Her company, Making Waves for Good, launched in 2018 as an umbrella for a variety of ventures including publishing and photographic projects and to help companies solve disability access problems they didn't know they had—not just staying within ADA code but looking beyond it to make the world more accessible and usable for all.

 

Heather currently lives in Phoenix, Arizona, with her super snuggly Maine coon cat.