Showing posts with label author interviews. Show all posts
Showing posts with label author interviews. Show all posts

Tuesday, April 23, 2013

Interview with Best-Selling Author & Empowerment Speaker *MO STEGALL*


Best-selling author Mo Stegall is one man with an exceptional amount of knowledge that chooses to pass it along to others by empowering others to be all that they were called to be. In addition to selling books off the shelves on a regular basis he also is a motivational speaker, mentor and a fun outgoing person that just loves people.

When asked how it feels to be a best-selling author he comments that when it first happened “I was floored”.  Never even have dreamt of being an author in the first place he counts it all as an honor and a privilege. His latest book is entitled “From the Hands of Delilah to the Arms of Samson”. With such a dynamic title he says when naming the book he looked at the origin of how God designed Samson and what it relates to today how many men fall to beautiful women and how powerful Delilah was back in the biblical time. Stegall’s reason for writing the book was to help men understand that they are to be held accountable for their actions and understand why God made them in the first place. He also wants women to understand what men go through. The book in his own words is to help women “become the jewel he desperately needs” and for men to “be the man she essentially desires”.  With a message like that how could you pass up an opportunity not to read it? It is available wherever books are sold.

Before becoming a best selling author, Stegall has had many opportunities to utilize his many talents. About ten years ago he was working at a performing arts high-school empowering children to go far and beyond and helping them to see themselves for who they really are versus what the society labeled them as. He has also had the pleasure to tour with another best-selling author and actor Hill Harper on an empowerment tour. I could go on and on about his extensive resume from where he was to where he is presently but that would take all day! The opportunities he has had are endless and rather impressive.

As a man with many talents already he doesn't limit himself to just what he’s already done. Currently Stegall is also pursuing acting, television and commercials. The list goes on. When, if ever, does he have free time and how does he spend it? He says “I’m really just a homebody”. Not having children of his own he loves to spend time with his nieces and nephews.  Bowling and family outings are just a couple of the activities he enjoys in his spare time. Being around family is a big part of his life and how stays grounded.

Wrapping up the interview I always ask my signature question to my guests: “If you were in another part of the world and nobody knew who you were; how would you introduce yourself”? His response was “Hey, I’m Mo Stegall, a country boy, who likes, grits, scrambled eggs with cheese or Beat It Michael Jackson clothes with the pockets on the sleeves”. Hilarious comment! However, he is modest and said he wouldn’t actually say anything other than his name because he says he doesn’t have the personality to make people need to know who he is to make him feel relevant.

Being very relevant, Mo Stegall is a powerhouse! Known also as “The Treasure Hunter” he has a way of helping people find their treasures and unlock their potential. Whether it is through his books or just by sitting in a room and hearing him speak he has a way to capture your attention and leave you feeling empowered, uplifted and inspired! Much more is in store for him and we wish him much continued success!

-    TayLang
     
      FOLLOW HIM: 
Twitter: @mostegall 
Facebook: Mo Stegall 
www.mostegall.com 
Get his books anywhere books are sold!!



Friday, August 3, 2012

5 Minutes, 5 Questions With... BuddahDesmond, author of Prevail: Poems on Life, Love and Politics

5 Minutes, 5 Questions With…
BuddahDesmond, author of Prevail: Poems on Life, Love, and Politics
(iUniverse)

Click her to read reviews of Prevail on Amazon


Prevail presents a sampling of poetry I’ve written over the course of the last ten or twelve years. Varying in subject matter, voice, and tone, this work touches on the ups and downs, highs and lows, trials and tribulations, and the many facets of life, love, and politics during this time period.

Joey Pinkney: Where did you get the inspiration to write Prevail: Poems on Life, Love, and Politics?

BuddahDesmond: My own life experiences, the experiences of friends and family, and the social, cultural, and historical events during the last ten or twelve years inspired me to write Prevail.

Saturday, July 28, 2012

JoeyPinkney.com 5 Minutes, 5 Questions With... Jae Henderson,

5 Minutes, 5 Questions With…
Jae Henderson, author of Someday
(RiverHouse Publishing, LLC)

Click here to read reviews of Someday by Jae Henderson on Amazon Kindle

 About Someday:

Tina “Tee” Long lives a life that reality TV shows are made of. As one of Memphis’ most sought after event planners, she spends her days planning lavish events and mingling with the social elite, while withstanding her sister’s drama-filled marriage, counseling wayward youth and sharing the ups and downs of existing with her hilarious girlfriends. But there’s one thing missing from her fairy tale life – her prince charming.

Joey Pinkney: Where did you get the inspiration to write Someday?

Jae Henderson: With Someday, I wanted to offer encouragement to Christian singles. My main characters are celibate, but they aren’t perfect by any means. I tried to paint an accurate picture of the challenges that come with being celibate. It isn’t easy. It takes a lot of faith and will power but it also has some wonderful benefits. It becomes more interesting when you are dating. In a romance novel you definitely have to explore that.

JoeyPinkney.com 5 Minutes, 5 Questions With... Demetrius and Jacqueline Irick, authors of I'm Finally a Man

5 Minutes, 5 Questions With…
Demetrius Irick, author of I’m Finally a Man
(DeeJak’s Publishing Company)

Click here to read reviews of I'm Finally a Man by Demetrius & Jacqueline Irick on Amazon Kindle

 Born in the small town of Orangeburg, SC, there was little for the youth to do and limited opportunity for growth. Demetrius turned to drugs, crime and alcoholism as a means for excitement. At the point of no return and the brink of insanity, incarceration became his wake up call. After serving four years in prison, Demetrius returned to society determined to live a positive and more productive life.

Joey Pinkney: Where did you get the inspiration to write I’m Finally a Man?

Demetrius Irick: My inspiration to write I'm Finally a Man comes from the desire to help another brother. I also need to tell everyone about the miracles I’ve witnessed through Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. As I reflected on my life, I saw so much pain, poor decisions and hurt that I wanted to prevent someone else from going down a similar path if possible.

Friday, July 27, 2012

JoeyPinkney.com 5 Minutes, 5 Questions With... Amanda Lee, author of Deranged

5 Minutes, 5 Questions With…
Amanda Lee, author of Deranged
(5 Star Publications)

Click here to read reviews of Deranged by Amanda Lee on Amazon Kindle


Hell bent on upping her body count, Nikki takes Nicole on a psychotic rampage against her will. After a life full of devastation, crazy thoughts invade Nicole’s head. 

Joey Pinkney: Where did you get the inspiration to write Deranged?

Amanda Lee: I was inspired to write Deranged because of past experiences. In my last relationship, I was very angry and decided to put my anger out on paper. My imagination was a little wild, but that’s how I felt at that moment. 

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