The RV Book Reviews: The ninth book in the Warren Steelgrave adventure series caught my attention right from the first two opening sentences: “I awoke to bright sunlight coming through the window.” “Between the jet lag and the wine, I felt like shit.” The casual yet detailed writing style drew me in and made me want to keep reading. After just the first two or three chapters, I was completely engrossed in the story and eager to know more. Although the plot was quite complex—featuring international terrorists, bomb threats, the Italian police, American F.B.I. agents, and a powerful Mafia family—it…
Author: Lucia Matuonto
Lucia Matuonto
Lucia Matuonto is a published children’s book author, physiotherapist, Creative Director and has just added two more projects to her name. She is the host of the new interview program on WorldAuthors.org called “UNCUT with Lucia”, and is also the host of her new podcast, “The Relatable Voice”.
This month, we’re embracing all things love—and February holds a particularly special place in my heart. It’s not just about Valentine’s Day; it’s also the month I celebrate my birthday and my daughters’ birthdays. It’s a time filled with love, joy, and meaningful connections, making it one of my favorite times of the year. In this issue, we dive into the many forms of love that shape our lives—love for the earth, love for food, love for our friends, partners, and even the love we have for storytelling. Love is all around us, and our features this month beautifully reflect…
Interviewed by Pat Backley. Lucia, you often mention that English is your second language (although you speak it very well). May I ask where you originate from and how many other languages you speak? I know you are a very smart lady! Hi Pat, thank you! I was born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, where I grew up surrounded by beautiful nature, incredible culture, and warm-hearted people. My childhood was filled with memories of gazing at the stunning Sugar Loaf Mountain while swimming in the paradisiacal beaches. In my twenties, I worked for an American airline, which allowed me to…
WENDELL HANES is an EMMY AWARD WINNING COMPOSER and owner of VOLITION SOUND. Wendell earned a SPORTS EMMY for his work with ESPN and scored the EMMY NOMINATED PEACOCK film, “THE SIT IN: HARRY BELAFONTE HOSTS THE TONIGHT SHOW. Hanes has scored over 2000 commercials and has won nearly every major award in advertising including Clios, Cannes Lions, LIA’s, Andy’s, Addys, Effy’s , One Shows and Golden Award of Montreaux’s. Hanes scored James Cameron’s “The Game Changers” for Netflix as well as the 6 time Award Winning NETFLIX documentary THE REMIX: HIP HOP & FASHION. He also composed the 2021…
Jackie Kopito is a writer and author, and her latest fiction book for tweens is titled Twintastic. Today, Jackie delves into twin relationships and also discusses her book Little Fantastic, which she co-authored with Wendell Hanes. Hello Jackie, welcome to BrandEducation!As the author of Twintastic and a twin expert, could you tell us more about what being a twin expert means to you? Since I’m an identical twin myself, and I’ve heard practically every twin question, I feel I have a good understanding of the unique dynamics of twin relationships and experiences. How has your personal experience shaped your perspective…
Hello Gary, welcome to Brand Education! How does living in both Italy and the USA influence your writing?I believe living in a small village in Italy, struggling with the language, and learning the culture gives me a contrasting perspective on life. I own a home there, so paying taxes and arranging boiler inspections on the house boilers are a learning experience. My friends complain about a trip to the DMV to renew their driver’s license, and I laugh. They have no idea what I go through to renew my visa. Last year, it took three trips to stand in line…
Elizabeth’s circuitous career has taken her from published leprosy researcher to stay-at-home mother, to community activist and leader serving on nonprofit and corporate boards, to ham radio operator, to freelance writer/editor and blogger at Heartspoken.com. Above all, she is a connector and encourager whose expertise and passion for note writing is coming at just the right time to a world made keenly aware by pandemic that we humans are hardwired for connection. What better way to connect when we’re forced to stay apart physically? Elizabeth is the right person at the right time to help readers find their own heartspoken…
Mandy is passionate about writing to the point of obsession and she succeeded in becoming a published author in record time. Mandy’s venture into freelance writing has been successful and she regularly contributes to Strathcona Connect, an e-zine and the Never Been Better page in the Sherwood Park newspaper as well as satisfying numerous clients. Her published works is constantly growing with numerous manuscripts pending and ideas flowing there is no end to her stories. Each tale has a base theme of love in all it forms. Mandy has a deep love of the natural world and a childlike wonder…
Sean Patrick Bridges graduated from Schiller International University in Heidelberg, Germany. He’s been a Finalist and Semi-Finalist for the A.M.P.A.S. Nicholl Fellowship. Had a project invited to the Sundance Institute. He’s produced and directed two documentary short-subjects in the Caribbean. He’s published novels, written screenplays, short stories and produced audio books. He’s appeared as some form of Law Enforcement in a few TV episodes and film. And he’s worked on various projects with Robert Rodriguez’s Troublemaker Studios. He lives and works in the Texas Hill Country. Hello Sean, welcome to BrandEducation! Where do you find inspiration for your books? I’ve…
Lulu Buck is an award-winning author and dedicated public educator with a remarkable 25-year career focused on promoting educational equity. Currently, she serves as the Coordinator of Educational Equity and Family Engagement for a local school district, leveraging her extensive experience to foster inclusive and supportive learning environments. Previously, Lulu was the English Language Development and World Language Senior Consultant at the Colorado Department of Education, where she also contributed to the Standards and Instructional Support Office. As a state trainer for cultural responsiveness and equity, she made a significant impact across 38 Colorado school districts. With a decade of…