Read Between the Worlds

An interview with Jomo Johnson Jomo Johnson, seminary graduate and founder of Church for Black Men in Washington, DC shares about his publishing experiences and creative efforts to interact with his reading audience. This is a companion interview with a longer conversation with Jomo about planting house churches. That podcast can be found at the Church of the Heart Podcast. Mentioned in this Episode Church for Black Men Jomo Johnson author page    

Author Tom Baker's first book is a collection of thoughts, poetry and prayer compiled over Tom's years as a church pastor. In this episode, Dan reads from the book as part of our run-up to the celebration of Incarnation Day (aka, Christmas)..  After a brief absence from Amazon's shelves, Incarnation has been re-released and is available again for purchase as a Christmas devotional or a gift for friends and family. In this episode:  Email Tom. Incarnation [at Amazon].

SAMPLER EPISODE: A follow up to our interview with author Timothy Jones. Dan reads three excerpts from the book. This title, targeting young adults, will make a great gift for young readers. To purchase Time Funnels, click the image to visit Amazon. 

Timothy Jones is our only author of young adult fiction. Today, Dan and Tim talk about the journey of writing a novel for youthful readers. This book has the distinction of being based on a historical record that suggests that dinosaurs may not be so far removed from our own time than once thought. Time Funnels is a great book for those who want to invite their young readers on an adventure that suggests an alternative to the history that is commonly taught.  In this episode:  Editing services by Debbie Austin (Facebook Page) Cover design by Lynnette Bonner of Indie Cover Design

After a couple months hiatus, Read Between the Worlds is back with a discussion of the CreateSpace merger with KDP (Kindle Direct Publishing). Also, in this episode, new releases at Two Worlds Media, upcoming episodes and an idea for online writer's workshops. 

Today's guest is Kathryn Deering, former managing editor at a large Christian publisher. Presently, Kathy freelances from her home in Ann Arbor, Michigan. This episode deals with common mistakes that indie writer/publishers make. Have you made any of them? Or are you making them right now? Listen in and see.  If you would like to contact our guest with questions or to seek information about her services, contact us here at Two Worlds Media.  Mentioned in this episode: National Copyright Office

An interview with Michael Munk and Adam McInturf of Windows Booksellers and Wipf & Stock Publishers. This episode introduces a publisher which specializes in academic  and scholarly works but  also serves indie publishers of literary fiction and even poetry. This interview discusses an aspect of indie publishing that often goes unnoticed and the history of indie publishing in an academic setting.    In This Episode: Wipf & Stock Publishers Windows Book Sellers Portland Lightning Source Face of the Deep by Paul Pastor Xulon  Image Journal

The release of For This Reason is only a week or two away --if all goes as it should. This episode of Read Between the Worlds includes a summary of upcoming books, a brief description of some of the self-publishing process here at Two Worlds Media and an excerpt of Daryl Knudeson's next book, For This Reason - Femininity, Manhood and the Mystery of Original Design. Described as "a study for women, initially written to the hearts of men.," For This Reason is ideal for a women's group Bible Study.  Mentioned in this episode:  Heal Me O Lord by Calvin Tadema Sacred Story by Daryl Knudeson Incarnation by Tom Baker Create Space self-publishing platform

What we call a "sampler episode" is a chapter or portion of one of the books we feature at Two Worlds Media. This one is from the book by Calvin Tadema called, Heal Me, O Lord -- The Christians Handbook to Personal Wholeness Through Healing Prayer. This is the second sample of this book on Read Between the Worlds. 

Marc Schelske, author of The Wisdom of Your Heart -- Discovering the God-Given Purpose and  Power of Your Emotions and his self-published book Discovering Your Authentic Core Values.  Mark has recently released his first commercially published book (David C. Cook) and has some great thoughts about marketing your name and, most importantly your book. Having both a self-published book and the recent commercial release Marc has lots of practical advice for aspiring writers. Also, look for Marc's discussion of The Wisdom of Your Heart on our sister podcast, Church of the Heart which will be posted soon.    In this Episode:  Marc's Website: http://www.marcalanschelske.com/ Marc's YouTube Channel Fiverr 99Designs Chasing Ebenezer Platform by Michael Hyatt Google Analytics Discovering Your Authentic Core Values by Marc Alan Schelske The Wisdom of Your Heart by Marc Alan Schelske