Author: Lucia Matuonto

This book is full of wonderfully descriptive writing which drew me in from the first few lines. “His first cigarette in nine months was like the chocolate they’d serve you in Heaven when you first arrived.” By page 9, I was already invested in the story, already desperate for the missing boy to be found. The plot is fast paced, yet deliberate. Even after putting the book down overnight, I was able to pick up the story quickly. The scenes were so well written that it was easy to visualise both the settings and the characters. It was a bit…

And So It Goes, by Gary E. Smith, is an engaging international thriller that blends suspense, espionage, and crime into a fast-paced and thoroughly entertaining read. Rather than relying solely on action, the novel builds tension through clever strategy, shifting alliances, and the constant question of whom the protagonists can trust. The story follows Warren Steelgrave and prosecutor Jenny Stone as they become targets after Jenny unknowingly comes into possession of evidence exposing an international money-laundering operation. Their journey across Italy and the United States is filled with danger, narrow escapes, and unexpected twists that keep the momentum strong from beginning…

100 Episodes In: An Interview by Lucia Matuonto At just 18 years old, Sonia Marta has accomplished what many aspiring communicators spend decades working toward. She is the author of multiple books, host of The SMARTA Podcast, and an emerging voice in leadership, personal branding, and youth empowerment. What began as a simple suggestion from author and podcast host Lucia Matuonto quickly evolved into a platform that has now reached its milestone 100th episode, featuring conversations with some of the world’s most respected leaders, bestselling authors, entrepreneurs, and changemakers, reaching +1,500,000 impressions. Along the way, Sonia has interviewed guests including…

I was glad to welcome the opera diva, Claire Stadtmueller to The Relatable Voice Podcast for a powerful and thought-provoking conversation. Claire shared her journey from the opera stage to activism and spoke about her upcoming musical drama, The End of Tyranny—a bold production that blends music, storytelling, and her personal convictions. Thank you, Claire, for sharing your story and passion. Welcome to BrandEducation!Tell us a bit about yourself. I call myself “Farm Girl by Day, Diva by Night” because I grew up on a small horse farm in New Jersey, where we raised Thoroughbred racehorses. I spent my childhood…

It’s been said that writing is about the author, publishing is about the story, but the marketing is for the reader. I’d like to argue that readers often buy books because of the person behind the story. I could be biased, though. I have loved books ever since I learned how to read, and my favourite part has always been reading about the author on the back cover. It was my version of keeping up with my favourite celebrities. I was in a library one day browsing books and noticed that all you could see about the author was a…

I had the pleasure of speaking with Frank DiMaio—author, artist, speaker, and founder of the Emotional Prosperity Network. For decades, Frank worked as a chiropractic physician, helping people heal physically, but his own life journey led him to discover a deeper path of emotional and spiritual healing. Frank is the author of A Promise Made, A Promise Kept and his latest book, To Be… To Be With…, where he explores emotional prosperity, resilience, and the search for purpose. Our conversation was a powerful reminder that healing is not only about the body, but also about the heart, mind, and soul.…

Hello Norma, welcome to BrandEducation! Tell us a bit about yourself. I’ve been married to my second husband, John, for over 20 years now. On our first date, he presented me with a lovely long-stemmed red rose, and to my delight, he has been giving me flowers ever since—sometimes on special occasions and other times for no reason at all. I especially love it when he does that! I almost lost him last year, but a great doctor in St. Louis removed his cancerous kidney and preserved his life. I’m so thankful I still have my husband because he is…

Ritu Anand has been a passionate storyteller since childhood. Caught and admonished for writing -under her desk -during a math class, she recalls being highly inconvenienced. Inspiration had struck from within and there was little else she could have done to curtail it. Today, Ritu has earned the recognition of being an award-winning author of Kara’s Dreams, a picture book about being resilient in the face of adversity. She gives tremendous credit to the various teachers at Mater Dei Convent, who, in the formative years of her life, laid an impression upon her. No good story should ever be filed away but…

We had the privilege of speaking with Dr. Christine Silverstein on The Relatable Voice Podcast, diving into her remarkable journey of resilience, purpose, and personal transformation. Her latest book, Wrestling Through Adversity, is now available. Hello Dr.Christine, welcome to BrandEducation! Could you tell us a bit about yourself? Hello! I am a Peak Performance Coach, Behavioral Health RN, and Hypnosis Specialist. I opened the doors to my private practice, The Summit Center for Ideal Performance, 30 years ago. It is now located in Oakland, NJ, where I offer both in-person and online sessions. At my center, I assist clients of…

April arrives with a quiet kind of promise—the kind that doesn’t demand attention but gently invites transformation. Like the soft bloom of spring, it encourages renewal, reflection, and the rediscovery of dreams we may have set aside. It is within this spirit of growth and possibility that The Relatable Voice Magazine proudly unveils its latest issue—an inspiring celebration of stories that connect, uplift, and empower. A Season of Renewal and Inspiration Spring is more than a change in weather; it is a reminder that new beginnings are always within reach. This April edition embraces that philosophy, offering readers meaningful conversations,…