In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews Rahul Dev Manchanda. Rahul is an attorney for the Manchanda Law Office and is the author of the Deep State Defector series of conservative political books. You can find Rahul's biography at https://manchanda-law.com/attorney-profiles/, and the Manchanda Law website is at https://manchanda-law.com/.

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews Andrew Cloninger. Andrew is the author of the haiku poetry collection C6-C7, which is based on his life-altering experience. You can purchase C6-C7 in paperback format from Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/dp/1639889795?&linkCode=sl1&tag=atmosphere0a-20&linkId=82bce8779f908d99c6c65b83b7819307&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl. Additionally, you can view Andrew's author website at https://www.andrewcloninger.com/ and view his band's music website at https://www.wrencovemusic.com/.

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews Calvin Cassady. Calvin, a former Seneca-Cayuga Native American tribal council member and a retired educator, is the author of the Christian nonfiction book Bridging the Gap. You can view Calvin's website at https://www.calvincassady.com/.

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews Janelle Meraz Hooper. Janelle is an author and a playwright; Janelle is the author of the Turtle Trilogy, which consists of the books A Three-Turtle Summer, As Brown as I Want: The Indianhead Diaries, and Custer and his Naked Ladies. Additionally, Janelle has written more books, including Geronimo's Laptop, and she has also written plays. You can visit Janelle's website at http://www.janellehooper.com/.

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews Amanda Blackwood. Amanda, a human trafficking survivor, is the author of the Growth from Darkness series of workbooks, as well as numerous other books, including Custom Justice, Detailed Pieces of a Shattered Dream, Thirty Synchronized Woodpeckers, and many more. Additionally, Amanda hosts two podcasts: Growth from Darkness and The Survivors. Amanda has two websites: https://growthfromdarkness.com/ and https://detailedpieces.com/.

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews Tonya Duncan Ellis. Tonya is the author of the Sophie Washington series of children's books, and her picture book about the Juneteenth federal holiday in the United States will be released in 2024. You can visit Tonya's website at http://www.tonyaduncanellis.com/.

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews Dr. Barbara D'Amato. Barbara, who has decades of experience as a psychoanalyst, is the author of the psychological fiction novel Triskele. You can view Barbara's website at http://bdamato.com/.

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews Emanuel Aaron Rose. Emanuel is the author of the Wenaha Henry series of children's books, as well as multiple nonfiction books about marketing, a field in which Emanuel has considerable experience. You can view Emanuel's website at https://emanuelrose.com/.

For the 100th episode of The Heartland Author Podcast, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews Oksana Kukurudza. Oksana is the author of the soon-to-be-released narrative nonfiction book Sunflowers Bend but Rarely Break, which is about the atrocities Oksana's ancestors suffered at the hands of the Nazis, their liberation by the U.S. Army, and their emigration to the United States. The website for Sunflowers Bend but Rarely Break is https://sunflowersrarelybreak.com/.

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews Jessica Speer. Jessica is the author of three books about societal issues middle-school-aged children and adolescents face: The Phone Book, Middle School - Safety Goggles Advised, and BFF or NRF (Not Really Friends)?: A Girl's Guide to Happy Friendships. You can visit Jessica's website at https://jessicaspeer.com/ and learn more about Jessica's books at https://jessicaspeer.com/jessica-speer-books/.

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews Tyler Schwanke. Tyler, who has a background in filmmaking, is the author of the Hollywood heist novel Breaking In. You can view Tyler's website at https://www.tylerschwanke.com/ and buy Breaking In at https://www.amazon.com/Breaking-Tyler-Schwanke-ebook/dp/B0BMT697RM/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3KH2T4CXHY7SH&keywords=tyler+schwanke&qid=1690374896&s=digital-text&sprefix=%2Cdigital-text%2C250&sr=1-1.

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews Michaell Magrutsche. Michaell is an artist and the author of multiple books, including The Smart of Art. Like Aaron, Michaell is neurodivergent. You can view Michaell's website at https://michaellm.com/ and listen to The Smart of Art podcast at https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michaellart.

For the premiere of the sixth season of The Heartland Author Podcast, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews author Stephen W. Sweigart. Stephen has written numerous books, the most recent being CoNMaNSiNiT 2023, which was released on the day the interview was recorded. You can learn more about Stephen by visiting his website at https://www.stephenwsweigart.com/, and you can view a listing of his books on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0BJ2QB95S/allbooks?ingress=0&visitId=2b398dff-4305-4fba-8839-99e9a429e316&store_ref=ap_rdr&ref_=ap_rdr.

In the season five finale, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews Anastasia Lindsey. Anastasia, who is from Decatur, Illinois, is a poet and the author of the poetry book OCEAN. In addition to her writing work, Anastasia is also a holistic healing practitioner. You can view Anastasia's website at https://summersolacehealing.com/ and learn more about OCEAN at https://summersolacehealing.com/ocean. --- Season six of The Heartland Author Podcast will premiere in August!

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews Dr. Jerry L. Burton. Jerry, who is a retired U.S. Air Force Lieutenant Colonel and an ordained minister, is the author of the Get a Grip on the Bible series of Bible study guides, of which one book has been published and two more are forthcoming, as well as the book Clouds of War. You can view Jerry's website at http://jerrylburton.com/, buy the first book in the Get a Grip on the Bible series at https://www.amazon.com/Get-Grip-Bible-Genesis-Through-ebook/dp/B08P5CS8FX/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=, and buy Clouds of War at https://www.amazon.com/Clouds-War-Past-Present-Horizon-ebook/dp/B08H52P2XW?ref_=ast_author_dp.

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews music composer and author Tina Davidson. Tina, whose music has been performed by many orchestras and ensembles, is the author of Let Your Heart Be Broken, a memoir about her interesting life story. You can view Tina's website at https://www.tinadavidson.com/ and buy Let Your Heart Be Broken on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/Let-Your-Heart-Broken-Classical-ebook/dp/B0BSLVFH24/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=.

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews Marsha Vanwynsberghe. Marsha is a life aversity coach and the author of When She Stopped Asking Why..., a book about her experiences as a mother who had to deal with teen substance abuse in her family. Marsha is also a contributing author to books written by multiple authors, including Owning Your Choices and Every Body Holds a Story, and Marsha is also the host of two podcasts, one of which is Own Your Choices Own Your Life. You can learn more about Marsha at https://www.marshavanw.com/, view Marsha's books available for purchase on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0764LY481/allbooks?ingress=0&visitId=f7e9d4d0-1223-4833-bdf0-076004885848&store_ref=ap_rdr&ref_=ap_rdr, and listen to the Own Your Choices Own Your Life podcast at https://ownyourchoicesownyourlife.libsyn.com/.

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews Chris Donaldson. Chris, who is from Northern Ireland, is the author of the book Going the Wrong Way, which is a nonfiction book about Chris's ultra-long-distance motorcycle adventures on his Moto Guzzi motorcycle. You can learn more about Chris and Going the Wrong Way at http://chrisdonaldson.world/.

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews songwriter Connor Frost. Although Connor has not yet written a book, one of the many topics discussed during the interview is writer's block, which affects authors, songwriters, and other types of writers alike. You can view Connor's website at https://www.connorfrost.com/ and sign up for a free video training for songwriters by Connor at https://www.connorfrost.com/videotraining1.

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews LaDonna Humphrey. LaDonna, an investigative journalist, private investigator, podcast host, and true crime author from Arkansas, is the author of the book The Girl I Never Knew, which is about the unsolved murder of Melissa Witt. LaDonna also co-wrote the book Strangled with Alecia Lockhart. In addition to her work as an author, LaDonna co-hosts the Deep Dark Secrets podcast with Alecia Lockhart. You can view LaDonna's author website at https://www.ladonnahumphrey.com/, and you can view the Deep Dark Secrets podcast website at https://www.deepdarksecretspodcast.com/.

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews Steve Kidd. Steve is an entrepreneur, minister, radio talk show host, and author of many books, among them the nonfiction book Only the Beginning: The Secret to Unlocking True Ongoing Wealth. During the interview, topics including, but not limited to, bestselling books and book publishing were discussed. You can view Steve's Thriving Best Sellers website at https://www.thrivingbestsellers.com/ and follow Steve on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-kidd-90236655/.

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews author Chancellor K. Jackson. Chancellor, a former college football player who spent 14 days in Chinese custody in 2019 before being released, wrote the book 14 Days in Beijing about his experience in Chinese custody. Chancellor is also the author of the romance books You Love and You Learn and Real Love Never Dies. You can view Chancellor's website at https://www.chancellorkjackson.com/, view Chancellor's Linktree page at https://linktree.com/korleh, and view the Amazon listing of Chancellor's books at https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B086YGY4BM/allbooks?ingress=0&visitId=e82e686f-aaed-48ab-b0dd-9c1c5a2d0dd6&store_ref=ap_rdr&ref_=ap_rdr.

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews author Troy Hadeed. Troy's book, which has the working title Popcorn in My Pocket, is soon to be released. In addition to his work as an author, Troy, who is from the island of Trinidad in Trinidad and Tobago, is a yoga practitioner and instructor. You can view Troy's website at https://troyhadeed.com/.

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews Fritznel Octave. Fritznel, a veteran journalist who was born in Haiti but now lives in the United States, is the author of Haiti Between Pestilence and Hope, a nonfiction book about Haiti's history. During the episode, topics as varied as Fritznel's book, the history of Haiti, book banning in the United States, and college basketball were discussed. You can view Fritznel's Amazon author page at https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0B84LCXWS?ingress=0&visitId=635c3565-9c8f-4115-9a3a-2c6c2edc45e1.

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews author Kimberly Sullivan. Kimberly, who is originally from the United States but now lives in Italy, is the author of three books, all of which are historical fiction, women's fiction, or both: Three Coins, Dark Blue Waves, and In the Shadow of the Apennines. Additionally, Kimberly's short story collection Drink Wine and Be Beautiful is soon to be released. You can view Kimberly's author website at https://kimberlysullivanauthor.com/ and view a listing of Kimberly's books at https://kimberlysullivanauthor.com/books/. --- The Langfocus YouTube channel referenced in this podcast episode can be found at https://www.youtube.com/@Langfocus.

On this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews author Laura Burke. Laura has written many mystery fiction works, including Black Orchid, The Toy Store Murders, and multiple books in the Masson Mystery Series. Because of an audio echoing issue with the original interview recording file, the interview in this episode was reconstructed using Aaron's re-recorded questions and comments and Laura's answers and comments from the original interview recording. You can view Laura's author website at https://authorlauraburke.com/, and you can view a listing of Laura's books that are available to purchase on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/stores/Laura-Burke/author/B00B61QSJO?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true.

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews teen author Asher Warren. Asher, a high school student, is the author of the horror novel Maniacal, with more books forthcoming in the near future. In addition to his work as an author, Asher also co-hosts The Thin Ice Podcast with Ethan Nikkel. You can view Asher's website at http://warrencreations.com/, buy Maniacal on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/Maniacal-Maddox-Duology-Book-1-ebook/dp/B0BXKTQJCH/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=, and listen to The Thin Ice Podcast at https://warrencreations.com/the-thin-ice-podcast.

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews Genesis Amaris Kemp. Genesis is a visionary life coach, a motivational speaker, a podcast host, and the author of the book Chocolate Drop in Corporate America: From the Pit to the Palace, a nonfiction book about Genesis's real-life experiences in the corporate world. Genesis is also the host of the GEMS with Genesis Amaris Kemp podcast. You can view Genesis's website at https://genesisamariskemp.net/, and you can buy Chocolate Drop in Corporate America on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/Chocolate-Drop-Corporate-America-Palace-ebook/dp/B0893GYCXH/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Chocolate+Drop+in+Corporate+America&qid=1632250319&sr=8-1&utm_campaign=&utm_medium=Briefcase&utm_source=HELLO%20BRIEFCASE. You can listen to GEMS with Genesis Amaris Kemp on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/show/2URFiCC6Br6aTCkAoWaDwc?go=1&sp_cid=3b2ac4c2a25da3bc6b28c73f0d237069&utm_source=embed_player_p&utm_medium=desktop&nd=1, on Apple Podcasts at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gems-with-genesis-amaris-kemp/id1562876878, and on Google Podcasts at https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZWU0N2UzOC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw.

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews Vic Ferrari. Vic is a retired New York City Police Department (NYPD) detective and the author of six nonfiction books, all of which are available on Kindle Unlimited. Four of the books are about the inner workings of the NYPD, and the other two are Dickheads & Debauchery and Other Ingenious Ways to Die, which is about the various ways people die, and Confessions of a Catholic High School Graduate, a book about Vic's experience attending a Catholic high school in New York City. You can view a listing of all of Vic's books on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/stores/Vic-Ferrari/author/B01IIQXLBC?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true.

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews author Margaret Agard. Margaret is the author of the In His Footsteps memoir series. The first two books in the series have been published, with a third book in the series soon to be published. You can learn more about Margaret and the In His Footsteps series at https://inhisfootsteps.com/.

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews author Edward Miskie. Edward is the sole survivor of a rare form of Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma and is the author of the book Cancer, Musical Theatre, and Other Chronic Illnesses. You can buy Edward's book on Barnes & Noble at https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/cancer-musical-theatre-other-chronic-illnesses-edward-miskie/1142386300?ean=9798987044704, and you can buy Edward's book on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/Cancer-Musical-Theatre-Chronic-Illnesses/dp/B0BGYYWST4/ref=sr_1_1?crid=90MFM656S8R7&keywords=cancer+musical+theatre+and+other+chronic+illnesses&qid=1677736958&sprefix=cancer+musical+theatre+and+other+chronic+illnesse%2Caps%2C171&sr=8-1.

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews crime novelist, movie writer, television writer, playwright, and magazine writer Matt Witten. This episode focuses primarily on two of Matt's written books: the crime novel Killer Story and the thriller The Necklace, the latter of which has been optioned for film by none other than Leonardo DiCaprio. You can learn more about Matt at his website, which is https://mattwittenwriter.com/.

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews Brenden Kumarasamy. Brenden, a public speaking and communication expert, is the founder of MasterTalk, a company that helps its clients improve their public speaking and communication skills. This episode is focused primarily on public speaking and communication advice for authors. You can visit the MasterTalk website at https://www.mastertalk.ca/, and you can view the MasterTalk YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@MasterTalks.

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews Alexa Nazzaro. Alexa is the founder of the author services company Aaxel Author Services, which provides editing, publishing, and marketing services to authors, as well as the book publisher Two Pigeons Press. You can learn more about Aaxel Author Services at https://aaxelauthorservices.com/, and you can learn more about Two Pigeons Press at https://twopigeonspress.com/.

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews Jennifer Elizabeth Moore. Jennifer is the author of the nonfiction book Empathic Mastery, and she is also a contributing author to multiple books in Anna Pereira's The Wellness Universe Guide to Complete Self-Care... series. Jennifer is also a podcaster herself, hosting the Empathic Mastery Show. You can access Jennifer's Empathic Safety Guide from http://empathicsensitivity.com/, and you can find Jennifer's Amazon author page at https://www.amazon.com/stores/Jennifer-Elizabeth-Moore/author/B07Y5QLS98?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true.

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews Douglas Robbins. Douglas is an author, podcaster, and op-ed writer. Douglas is the author of the Narican science fiction series and the novel Love in a Dying Town. Douglas is also the host of the Den of Discussion podcast and, several months ago, wrote an op-ed on his blog about the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine. You can learn more about Douglas at his website, which is https://douglasrobbinsauthor.com/. You can listen to the Den of Discussion podcast on Amazon Music at https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/60a3f524-873d-419c-95fd-8ad40c45d1d5/douglas-robbins---den-of-discussion?refMarker=null or on Apple Podcasts at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/douglas-robbins-den-of-discussion/id1506227103.

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews Kirsten Marion. Kirsten is the publisher and acquiring editor of Common Deer Press, a publishing company that publishes children's and young adult books. You can view Common Deer Press's website at https://www.commondeerpress.com/.

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews author and poet Sandy Jarvis. Sandy is the author of three books: King Maestro and Chuck, The Golden Kite, and From Dusk to Dawn. During the interview, topics discussed include Sandy's published books, her work in progress Dolly the Singing Train, and her work in homeless services and HIV/AIDS care in New York City. Due to an audio echoing issue with the original interview audio file, the interview has been reconstructed using Sandy's responses from the original interview recording and Aaron's re-recorded questions and comments. You can find Sandy's Amazon author page at https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B09RQC2Q6R/allbooks, and you can buy The Golden Kite at https://www.amazon.com/Golden-Kite-Sandy-Jarvis/dp/1647045037/.

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews author, screenwriter, and musician Jimi Fritz. Jimi is the author of the books Confessions of an Ethical Drug Dealer: A Psychedelic Travelogue Memoir and Rave Culture: An Insider's Overview. This interview is mostly about the book Confessions of an Ethical Drug Dealer. Due to an audio echoing issue in the interview file, the interview was reconstructed using Jimi's answers from the original recording and the host's rerecorded questions and comments. You can learn more about Jimi at https://www.jimifritz.ca, and you can view Jimi's Amazon author page at https://www.amazon.com/stores/Jimi-Fritz/author/B093RQBF3L?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true.

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews Dave Combs. Dave is a musician, a songwriter, and the author of the book Touched by the Music. During the interview, topics including Dave's instrumental music piece "Rachel's Song", print-on-demand self-publishing of books, and the music business are discussed. You can learn more about Dave and his music business, Combs Music, at https://combsmusic.com/. You can also buy Touched by the Music on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/Touched-Music-Story-Rachels-Change-ebook/dp/B09F2SFGBY/ref=sr_1_1?crid=WFNXIGBQ2LR4&keywords=touched+by+the+music&qid=1674858607&s=books&sprefix=touched+by+the+music%2Cstripbooks%2C158&sr=1-1.

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews D.W. Duke. D.W. is the author of the books Not Without a Fight, Palestine, and The Duke Legacy. This interview focuses mostly on Not Without a Fight, a book based on a true story set in the World War II era. You can learn more about Not Without a Fight at https://www.holocaustfighter.com/.

This episode is not safe for work, and listener discretion is advised. --- In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews author Ulrika Karlsson. Ulrika, a spiritual teacher and yoga therapist, is the author of three books: 2:47 AM, The Sacred Soul, and Holy F*ck and Sacred Water. You can view Ulrika's website, where you can learn more about her books, as well as tailormade programs she offers, here.

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews retired U.S. Navy CDR Tina Erwin. CDR Erwin is the author of several spiritual books, and, during the interview, how print-on-demand services have been a game-changer for self-publishing authors is one of multiple topics discussed. You can view Tina's Ghosthelpers website here. The website contains Tina's ghost crossing-over prayer, a list of Tina's books, and more!

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews Jay Rooney. Jay is the publisher and writer of the Substack newsletter Game & Word. In the interview, topics like how Substack works and the links between gaming and literature were discussed. You can view and subscribe to Game & Word here, and you can view and subscribe to Aaron's Substack, Apollo Thoughts, which will feature a mix of mostly writing-related and political content, here.

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews Max Friedman. Max, whose parents survived the Holocaust, is the author of the book Painful Joy: A Holocaust Family Memoir, a family memoir about his parents. The Amazon Kindle ebook version of Painful Joy is free for Kindle Unlimited subscribers, and the book's Amazon page can be found here. If you support the Anti-Defamation League's cause, you can learn more about the Anti-Defamation League here.

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews Stephanie Jordan, the author of Believing in Boundaries, a nonfiction book about personal boundaries. You can learn more about Stephanie at her author website here and buy her book (the ebook version is free for Kindle Unlimited subscribers) on Amazon here.

In this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews author Tracee Lydia Garner. Tracee is the author of many books, including The Jameson Family Series of romantic suspense novels and the nonfiction book Disability: An Anecdotal Field Guide for the Rest of Us. You can view Tracee's author website here and her Amazon book listing here.

In the final episode of The Heartland Author Podcast for 2022, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews Shanti Hershenson. Shanti is a teenage author, having written twelve books, with many more on the way. Many, but not all, of her books are science fiction books. In addition to her work as an author, Shanti is an anti-bullying advocate. You can view Shanti's website here and her Amazon author page here. The fifth season of The Heartland Author Podcast will resume after New Year's Day.