Uncorking a Story

Hosted ByMike Carlon

Stories influence, teach and inspire us, but what about the storytellers who create them? Uncorking a Story profiles storytellers to uncover how their background and life experiences influence the stories they create. We learn what motivates them, their path to success, and what fuels them to keep creating. It all starts by asking one simple question, where does your story begin? Welcome to uncorking a story. All of the books promoted on Uncorking a Story can be viewed and purchased here: https://bookshop.org/shop/UncorkingaStory

From Grief to Ghosts: Kevin Moore on Writing, Dreams, and Spiritual Thrillers

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“Life is stranger than fiction. I use the things I’ve experienced—the pain, the joy, and even the ghosts—in my writing.” — Kevin Moore

In this episode of Uncorking a Story, Mike Carlon sits down with Kevin Moore, the author behind the captivating Jack Kelly series, including The Book of Souls and The Book of Demons. Kevin shares his journey from a chaotic childhood in New York to becoming a storyteller inspired by grief, lucid dreaming, and the supernatural. Dive into a heartfelt discussion about the power of imagination, processing loss, and the thin line between reality and fantasy.

Key Takeaways:

  1. Turning Grief Into Art: Kevin’s writing began as a way to process personal losses, including the death of his mother and siblings.
  2. The Jack Kelly Series: An overview of his spiritual thrillers, where ghosts, shadows, and time-traveling psychics collide.
  3. Lucid Dreaming and Writing: How Kevin’s vivid dreams influence his storytelling and add depth to his characters.
  4. Navigating Self-Publishing: Insights into his decision to self-publish and the importance of working with a professional editor.
  5. Importance of Libraries: A childhood love for libraries shaped his mission to make his books accessible in public collections.
  6. Music and Pop Culture: How Marvin Gaye, Sinatra, and The Godfather series inspire his creative spirit.
  7. Advice for Aspiring Writers: Kevin emphasizes embracing imagination and finding strength through storytelling.

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Amazon: https://amzn.to/3PlCv3G

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Website: https://kevinmoorepublishing.com/

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Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/kevinmoorepublishing/

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