Season 2

June 6, 2023

Laughing in the Face of Adversity: A Humorous and Heartfelt Approach to Dealing with Serious Illnesses

In This Episode "Get ready to laugh, cry, and tap dance your way through this unmissable episode of Beyond the Pen! Join Maccabee and Chelsea as they don their best jazz hands and welcome the incredible Edward Minski, a true…
May 29, 2023

The Most Effective Ways to Overcome Writing Obstacles According to César Millán

In This Bonus Episode: I sit down LIVE from VEECON with the Dog Whisperer and published author of Cesar's Way himself, César Millán. In this quick 5-minute interview, we talk about his journey into the publishing world, his …
May 9, 2023

Beyond the Pen: Adventure, Romance, and Reflection with Annie Sullivan, Charles Kelley, Mark Lilley, and Rex Dillinger

In this Episode In this podcast episode, the host interviews several authors about their upcoming books. The first guest, Annie Sullivan, discusses her book "A Touch of Gold," which explores the conflicts faced by the cursed…
May 2, 2023

Beyond the Pen Goes Live at HEPL Local Author's Book Fair 2023 with Five More Talented Authors

In This Episode... Join Beyond the Pen for their second episode in a three-part series, recorded live at HEPL Local Author's Book Fair 2023. Listen in as authors Ava Cuvay, Sutton Bishop, Anitha Sharma, Christopher Clouser, …
April 25, 2023

The Power of Storytelling: Discover a Wide Range of Literary Topics with Beyond the Pen's Three-Part Series at the HEPL Local Authors Book Fair 2023

In This First of Three Episodes: We explore the themes of guilt, forgiveness, and redemption. Look no further than our latest episode, featuring interviews with several authors at the Hamilton East Public Library Local Autho…
April 18, 2023

The Journey of an Author: What Podcasters Want to Know

In This Episode Join us in this episode of Beyond the Pen as Maccabee takes us through his recent experiences at the local book fair in Indianapolis, his completion of editing another non-fiction book for the MediaCasters, a…
April 11, 2023

From Book to Clients: Learn How to Market Your Book Authentically with Judy M. Baker

In This Episode Dive into the world of book marketing with Maccabee Griffin and notable guest author and book marketer Judy M. Baker as they explore innovative strategies and share insider tips to help authors captivate thei…
April 4, 2023

Leadership and Maverick Thinking with Guest Author Garry Hall | Beyond the Pen Podcast

Episode Description: Join us on Beyond the Pen as we sit down with retired Rear Admiral Garry Hall, author of Navigating Leadership, for an insightful and entertaining conversation about the importance of risk-taking, foster…
March 28, 2023

Unlocking Library Secrets: Navigating Acquisitions & Adult Engagement with Joseph Wooley and Danielle Acton

In this captivating episode of Beyond the Pen, we sit down with Joseph Wooley, Acquisitions Director, and Danielle Acton, Adult Engagement Coordinator, at the Hamilton East Public Library in Indianapolis, Indiana. Join us as…
March 21, 2023

The Raising of a Rebel: Overcoming Addiction, Finding Wisdom, and Inspiring Others with Author and BrandFace Founder, Tonya Eberhart

In this episode of Beyond the Pen, Host Maccabee Griffin sits down with BrandFace founder and author Tonya Eberhart about her father's memoir "The Raising of a Rebel: 12 Turning Points from a Child of Alcoholics. They discus…
March 14, 2023

Unpacking a Killer Story: The Making of a True Crime Podcast with Author Matthew Witten

In this episode of Beyond the Pen, Matthew Witten talks about his book, Killer Story, and its inspiration. Join us as we dive into the world of true crime podcasts with the fictional story of Petra Kovach, a young journalist…
Feb. 28, 2023

New Horizons: A Look at Changes in Beyond the Pen

Join us for a special episode of Beyond the Pen, where we update you on some exciting changes happening on the show. Our new format will include reading a page or two of a book and analyzing its plot, characters, and exposit…
Feb. 21, 2023

When Characters Take the Reigns: The Power of Organic Storytelling with writer/director Mark W. Travis

In this episode, we delve into the art of creating well-rounded characters that can captivate any audience, whether it's through writing, film, or theater. Mark W. Travis, a seasoned author and director, shares his insights …
Feb. 14, 2023

Navigating the Dark and Twisty World of Denial with Guest Author C.R. Rice

Step into the dark and twisted world of C.R. Rice's Denial with Beyond the Pen - the must-listen podcast for fans of thought-provoking, genre-defying stories. Dive deep into the dying towns of America and explore the cultura…
Feb. 7, 2023

Escape from the Nazis: A Jewish Musical Family's Journey to Bolivia with Guest Author Jennifer Steil

In this episode of Beyond the Pen, we delve into the heart-wrenching story of a Jewish musical family's escape from Nazi-occupied Vienna to Bolivia in the book "Exile Music." Discover the musical structure and themes that we…
Jan. 31, 2023

The Writer's Guide to Effective PR: Avoiding Common Pitfalls and Finding Success with PR Expert Jessica Dalby

Get ready to take your book to the next level with this captivating episode of Beyond the Pen! Join Maccabee as he sits down with Publishing PR Expert Jessica Dalby to explore the ins and outs of successful book PR. Learn ho…
Jan. 24, 2023

Warrior Women and Ancient Struggles: A Deep Dive into Rise of the Ravenisha with Guest Author P. Grace Lawson

In This Episode of Beyond the Pen Unleash the Power Within Exploring the World of Rise of the Ravenisha with P. Grace Lawson. Join us as we delve into the fantastical world of werepanthers, warrior women, and revenge in P. G…
Jan. 17, 2023

Rising from the Ashes with Guest Author Harper Glenn

In This Episode Join us as we delve into the dystopian world of Harper Glenn's newest release, Monarch Rising. Set in a chilling near-future America, we'll explore the struggles of protagonist Jo Monarch as she fights to esc…
Jan. 10, 2023

The Queen of Hearts featuring Kaitlyn Legaspi

In This Episode We speak to the Queen of Hearts, Kaitlyn Legaspi, about her Young Adult book series, Red Blood - Card Holders. She tells us how a deck of cards and anime inspired her to write a book in high school, and after…
Dec. 6, 2022

The Darkside of Narican with Guest Author Douglas Robbins

In This Episode Human nature, good vs. evil, and the justification of destruction; these are just a few examples of philosophies and ideals that authors use as inspiration for their novels. This successful formula has been u…
Nov. 29, 2022

A Passionate Prequel to the Classics with Guest Author Alice McVeigh

In This Episode Have you ever considered creating fan fiction for your favorite book series? Or maybe experiment with a well-known character's backstory to answer the question, what if? Well, this week's guest author, Alice …
Nov. 22, 2022

The Empathetic Penguin, Peanut with guest author Aruna Lepore

In This Episode Teaching our children about empathy in their early stages of life is very important to any parent. However, it takes talented and passionate people to create these feelings in those around them at any age. Th…
Nov. 15, 2022

The Arrow and Ace of Romance with Guest Author Gwen Tolios

In This Episode Dinners are a time to catch up on the goings on in our family and friends' lives. It's also a time when parents ask their single-adult children all those questions no one wants to hear. Are you dating anyone …
Nov. 8, 2022

A Train of Positivity with Guest Author Sandy Joy Weston

In this Episode Coming from a generation of mental health and trauma can rain on anyone's parade. However, our guest author, Sandy Joy Weston, has always found some way to keep thinking positively no matter the storm has com…