In this episode of Audiobook Connection, host Becky Parker Geist sits down with author and retired educator Lenore Hirsch to discuss her book Schooled: Confessions of a Rookie Vice Principal. Becky guides a candid conversation that explores both the story behind the book and the real-world experiences that inspired it.

Lenore shares her journey from the classroom to authorship, reflecting on her background, early interest in writing, and what led her to tell this powerful story. The discussion dives into the book’s central themes, including leadership, gender dynamics in school administration, and the challenges women face when navigating authority in male-dominated environments. Listeners will also learn more about the protagonist, the origins of key characters, and the deeper message Lenore hopes readers take away.

Whether you’re an educator, author, audiobook enthusiast, or simply curious about the creative process, this episode offers thoughtful insights, honest reflections, and inspiration.

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Host Becky Parker Geist interviews author Allynn Riggs, the creative mind behind the Stone´s Blade series, an epic science fiction-fantasy saga. She delves into her creative process, the experience of selecting narrators for the audiobook, and the challenges of preserving character voices across the series. Allynn also shares how her love of music influenced her storytelling and why this project is so personally meaningful. Whether you're a fan of space operas, writing, or audiobook production, this episode provides a compelling behind-the-scenes look at the creation of an ambitious and imaginative series.

In this episode, host Becky welcomes Dr. Susan Agbenoto, author of New Wine: A Journey into Refueling Your Life in the Spirit and Restore Me! But Privately, Please (The People Cannot Know).

Dr. Agbenoto shares her personal and professional journey with the audience. She reflects on key lessons she learned from her upbringing, and how her work as a speaker, lay pastor, and investment performance professional informs her faith-centered message. She discusses the spiritual and emotional challenges her books address, why those issues are deeply important to her, and the transformation she hopes her listeners will experience.

Dr. Susan Agbenoto’s audiobooks will be available soon on AMPlify Audiobooks, where listeners can support authors and engage more deeply with transformative stories and messages.