Episodes

Feb. 18, 2022

Creating a Prosperous and Fulfilling Kingdom for Yourself with David Williams

In this episode of Beyond the Pen, we explore the concept of finding your inner King or Queen and creating a prosperous and fulfilling kingdom for yourself. Our guest, David Williams, shares insights from his book "Heavy is t...
Feb. 18, 2022

Finding Love in the Midst of Darkness: Ericka's Testimony of God's Grace and Mercy

Join us on this episode of Beyond the Pen as we sit down with Ericka, a mother, grandmother, minister, educator, and jewelry consultant who has lived through the trauma of daily domestic violence. In this candid conversation,...
Feb. 18, 2022

Busting Through Adversity: Denise Wester's Journey to Finding Personal Power

On this episode of Beyond the Pen, we sit down with author Denise Wester to discuss her inspiring journey of overcoming adversity and finding personal power. Growing up in a religious environment that contributed to her pain,...
Feb. 18, 2022

Raising Resilient Indie Authors: Revolutionizing Your Leadership with Kristine Holle

In this empowering episode of "Beyond the Pen," hosts Maccabee Griffin and Marcela Gonzalez invite you on a journey to embrace your true indie author self. Discover the magic of positive self-talk, conquer fear, and find the ...
Feb. 18, 2022

Journey to Self-Love: A Path to a Healthier Relationship with Food and Leslie Davis

In this episode of Beyond the Pen, we sit down with author Leslie Davis to discuss her book "You Can't Eat Love: How Learning to Love Yourself Can Change Your Relationship with Food." Leslie shares her food and weight loss jo...
Feb. 18, 2022

Fighting Back: The Healing Power of Nimpo Taijutsu for Survivors of Sexual Assault with Cheryl Ilov

In this episode of Beyond the Pen, we speak with Cheryl L. Ilov, the author of The Reluctant Ninja: How a Middle-Aged Princess Became a Warrior Queen. Cheryl shares her personal story of how she transformed from a victim of s...
Feb. 18, 2022

Leading in the 21st Century: Challenges and Perspectives with Dr. Leroy McKenzie Jr.

Indie authors, are you ready to conquer leadership challenges in the 21st century? Join us for a dynamic conversation with Dr. Leroy, the author of "The Art of Leadership: Success Strategies for the 21st Century." Host Maccab...
Feb. 18, 2022

Uncovering the Hidden History of Black Wall Street with Doni Glover

Join us on "Beyond the Pen" as host Maccabee Griffin delves into the remarkable journey of author Doni Glover and his groundbreaking book, "I Am Black Wall Street." Together, they unearth the forgotten history of the Greenwoo...
Feb. 17, 2022

Episode 14 with Guest Author Heather Paul

In this episode, we talk to author and dental hygienist Heather Paul about her new book, Dentistry for Dummies: How to NOT be taken advantage of in the chair. We spoke to Heather about her background as a biological hygienist...
Feb. 15, 2022

Episode 13 with Guest Author Julie Riga

Have you ever wanted to keep your families legacy alive in a book but didn't know how? Share all the great stories of their life with future generations and the world alike? Well. That's exactly what our next guest author, Ju...
Feb. 10, 2022

Episode 12 with Guest Author Monique Duell

In this episode, we talk to the multi-published author, Monique Duell, and discover the story behind her children's book, Jeremiah the Jackrabbit. In her debut children's book, we follow the story of Jeremiah, a jackrabbit w...
Feb. 8, 2022

Episode 11 - Guest Author Isaac Betancourt

In this episode, we sit down with newly published author Isaac Betancourt to learn the story behind his book Time Unwanted. This supernatural thriller/Urban Fantasy allows the reader to discover how our obsession with age, ti...
Feb. 3, 2022

Episode 10 - Guest Author Birgitta Granström

In this episode, we'll be talking to Swedish-born author Birgitta Granström about the story behind her book, Are You Stuck with a Duck? You know you are...stuck with a duck, we all are. And we can prove it by taking the class...
Feb. 1, 2022

Episode 9 - Guest Author Dominique Edmond

In this episode, we talk to the Entrepreneurial Brander himself, Dominique Edmond. He is the owner/founder of Empoword Publishing Worldwide, marketing guru, eMixer Club advocator, and innovator for entrepreneurs on Clubhouse ...
Jan. 27, 2022

Episode 8 - Guest Author David K. Williams II

We discuss how anyone can find their inner King or Queen and create a more prosperous and fulfilling kingdom for themselves. In his book, Heavy is the Head for Those Who Wear Crowns: The Entrepreneurial Kingdom , you'll disc...
Jan. 25, 2022

Episode 7 with Guest Author Ericka Whittington-Caldwell

Ericka's story is one of many women, and men, in the world that deal with domestic violence daily. She is a mother, grandmother, minister, educator, and jewelry consultant that wanted to share her life experiences with the wo...
Jan. 20, 2022

Episode 6 with Guest Author Denise Wester

When you've been told all your life that you weren't the dirt you walk on, seeing yourself in a different light can be pretty hard. Especially when the religion you're brought up in is the center of all your pain. But, that's...
Jan. 18, 2022

Episode 5 with Guest Author Kristina Holle

What is it that we've been missing for the past two years? Simple...connection; a true authentic connection. Especially from our leadership at work, in the government, at church, etc. That's where author Kristina Holle comes ...
Jan. 13, 2022

Episode 4 with Guest Author Leslie Davis

Have you ever felt that you had a hard time losing weight and couldn't understand why? Have you noticed that you grab some sweets every time you're in line at the grocery store, gas station, or general store? After our conver...
Jan. 11, 2022

Episode 3 with Guest Author Cheryl Ilove

Welcome to Beyond the Pen, where "Reading Between the Lines" is a good thing. Each week Join us as we talk to the WARRIOR QUEEN herself, Cheryl L. Ilov, about her book The Reluctant Ninja: How a Middle-Aged Princess Bec...
Jan. 6, 2022

Episode 2 with Guest Author Dr. Leroy McKenzie Jr.

Dr. Leroy McKenzie Jr. is an authorpreneur, speaker, business consultant, and President/CEO of JNF Enterprise who wrote The Art of Leadership. In this episode, we discuss how leadership in the 21st century has some challenges...
Jan. 5, 2022

Episode 1 with Guest Author Doni Glover

In this episode, we talk to the author, tv host, political analyst, and CEO of DMGlobal Marketing and Public Relations, Doni Glover, about his book I AM Black Wall Street. We talk about where a 500-year continuum of freedom c...