Bold Book with Dr. Denise Nicholson welcomes author Michael Newman for a powerful and deeply moving conversation about his historical novel, Between These Walls.

Inspired by real family history and lived experience, Michael shares how his father’s survival of the Nazi concentration camp Mauthausen, his Jewish family roots in Hungary, and his own travels through Berlin, Israel, and World War II battle sites shaped the emotional core of his novel. Between These Walls weaves together the stories of three families and a U.S. Army Medical Corps colonel whose moral courage leads to the rescue of a baby from an SS staff car—an act that echoes across generations.

In this episode, Michael and Dr. Denise explore the emotional weight of visiting historical sites, the responsibility of remembering the Holocaust, and the importance of translating lived history into meaningful storytelling. Together, they unpack the novel’s central themes of identity, justice, moral courage, and the responsibility to stand up for what is right—especially in times of social and political tension.

Michael also discusses the character Daniel and how his journey mirrors his father’s wartime experiences, highlighting the power of honoring the past while choosing integrity and compassion in the present. The conversation connects history to modern times, reminding listeners why moral clarity, conscience, and hope are essential to preventing the repetition of past atrocities.

The episode closes with reflections on the book’s impact on Holocaust survivors, Michael’s hopes for future generations, and his plans for upcoming works, including a sequel titled Daughter’s Vengeance. Michael also shares where listeners can find Between These Walls and his vision for bringing the story to the screen.

This episode is a must-listen for readers of historical fiction, history enthusiasts, and anyone who believes in the power of storytelling to preserve memory, inspire courage, and create change.

📖 Between These Walls is available on Amazon, Goodreads, Barnes & Noble, and Indigo (Canada).

In this powerful and thought-provoking episode of Bold Book, Dr. Denise Nicholson welcomes Emmanuella Obi, author of The Termites Effect, a transformative book that uses the metaphor of termites to reveal the subtle habits, mindsets, and behaviors that can either build or quietly destroy personal and professional success.

Emmanuella breaks down the meaning behind edible versus destructive termites, explaining how attraction, value, timing, and positioning determine whether opportunities grow or erode. Drawing from a real-life encounter that sparked the book, she introduces practical principles that blend personal development, leadership, and business strategy in a way that is both relatable and actionable.

Throughout the conversation, Dr. Denise and Emmanuella explore:

• How attraction and visibility influence success

• The danger of comfort zones, pride, and undisciplined habits

• Why mindset shapes both personal life and professional outcomes

• Adapting to the era of social media, digital business, and AI

• Identifying and removing “bad signals” that can destroy organizations

• Leadership principles for resilience, growth, and long-term impact

Emmanuella also shares how writing The Termites Effect transformed her personally, challenging her to live out the principles she teaches. She closes with her bold vision of raising future entrepreneurs and leaders through her global initiative, Living Without Borders International Vision.

✨ This episode is a must-listen for entrepreneurs, leaders, professionals, and anyone ready to eliminate what’s quietly holding them back and become a light that attracts the right opportunities.

📖 Grab your copy of The Termites Effect and join the movement toward intentional growth, discipline, and impact.

Thank you for joining us today. To Connect with Dr. Denise Nicholson go to www.denisenicholson.com or email her at authordnicholson@gmail.com

In this deeply moving episode of Bold Book, host Dr. Denise Nicholson welcomes author Stephanie Maley, whose memoir No Longer That Girl bravely chronicles her journey through abandonment, sexual abuse, loss, and healing.

Stephanie shares how she kept her story silent for years until finding safety and encouragement through her husband and the rise of the #MeToo movement. What began as an autobiography evolved into a powerful memoir, shaped during the COVID-19 pandemic—a time that resurfaced vulnerability but also offered the stillness needed for reflection, writing, and restoration.

Together, Dr. Denise and Stephanie explore the emotional toll of trauma, the impact of the pandemic on mental health, and the profound healing power of writing. Stephanie speaks candidly about revisiting her younger self through storytelling, using her voice to break generational silence, and offering hope to others who have experienced sexual abuse.

The conversation also highlights the critical roles of faith, therapy, and community in healing. Stephanie opens up about navigating betrayal within the church, separating her faith from harmful actions, and learning to validate her own voice while speaking up against injustice.

This episode is a heartfelt call to empowerment—encouraging women to support one another, seek professional help, and use self-expression as a path to healing. Stephanie also shares her passion for advocacy, including her plans to volunteer with Powerhouse for Kids, supporting children impacted by sexual abuse, and her desire to continue writing stories that inspire change.

✨ No Longer That Girl is more than a memoir—it’s an invitation to healing, courage, and reclaiming your story.

Thank you for joining us today. To Connect with Dr. Denise Nicholson go to www.denisenicholson.com or email her at authordnicholson@gmail.com