Episode 14: ToryLynn Writer

Kghia is on her own for Episode 14, as Simeon is away, and she speaks with actual life and Second Life author and writer ToryLynn Writer. ToryLynn is one of the people behind "The INKsters", which is one of the largest support and resource groups for writers in Second Life.

Unfortunately, due to technical problems, the first 4 minutes of the interview were lost, so the podcast picks up with Kghia and ToryLynn discussing some of the many programs on which Tory works to support budding writers and poets.

The first season of Off the Shelf comes to a close with Episode 14. Kghia, Simeon, Otenth and Gabi are taking a few months off before launching our second season.

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Episode 13: Tobias Buckell

This week on Off the Shelf: An interview with speculative author Tobias Buckell.

Tobias S. Buckell is a Caribbean-born speculative fiction writer who grew up in Grenada, the British Virgin Islands, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. He has published stories in various magazines and anthologies. He is a Clarion graduate, Writers of The Future winner, and Campbell Award for Best New SF Writer Finalist.

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Episode 12: Saffia Widdershins

In Episode 12, Simeon and Kghia speak with Saffia Widdershins, who is one of the premiere publishers in Second Life, as well as the co-host of the treet.tv show, Designing Worlds. Saffia will chat with Simeon and Kghia about how she started her first magazine, how it lead to other ventures, and what she has lined up for the future.

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Episode 11: Caledonia Skytower and Shandon Loring

In our eleventh episode, Kghia and Simon interview Caledonia Skytower and Shandon Loring.

Caledonia and Shandon are talented storytellers who use their gifts primarily at the West of Ireland Library, raising money for charity. Storytelling is entertainment, and it takes more work than simply opening a book cover. Find out more about what is involved and how they prep for their Second Life audiences.

The musical interlude this week is "Pat do This" by Magnatune artists Pam Swan and Shira Kammen from their album "Wild Wood". Learn more about Kammen and Swan and their music here: http://magnatune.com/artists/kammen_swan .

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Episode 10: Kat Klaybourne and Widget Whiteberry

In Off the Shelf's 10th episode, Simeon and Kghia interview Kat Klaybourne (Kat Alderson in Second Life) and Widget Whiteberry.

Kat Klaybourne is a motivational speaker, executive coach, political campaign consultant, author, rancher, and green energy developer with a background in network marketing. She is also a force behind the successful Second Life community, Third Life.

Widget Whiteberry produces about the Virtually Speaking podcast, and discusses her experiences with the authors she introduces to Second Life, and the many other projects she is involved in.

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Episode 9: Adele Ward (Jilly Kidd)

Today on Off the Shelf, Kghia and Simeon speak with Adele Ward. Adele is an accomplished, published poet, as well as a literary force in Second Life. Adele discusses her new book, her career as a poet, and the work she does in Second Life at Written Word.

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Episode 8: Emz Mazie

In Off the Shelf's eighth episode, Simeon and Kghia interview Emerian Rich (Emz Mazie in Second Life). Emz writes horror fiction, teen romances, and hosts the Horror Addicts podcast. You can find more information about Emz' work on her website: http://www.emzbox.com/ .

The musical interlude this week is "She Suffers from Superlatives" by George Hrab from his album "Interrobang". Learn more about George and his work on his website: http://www.geologicrecords.net/ .

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Episode 7: Melissa Mayhue, Elaine Levine, and Tiffany James

In our seventh episode, Kghia and Simeon speak with three writers of romance novels: Melissa Mayhue, Elaine Levine, and Tiffany James.

The musical interlude this week is "Dreaming" by Second Life musician Hathead Rickenbocker. Learn more about Hathead here.

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Episode 6: Dulcie Mills

In Episode 6, Kghia and Simon interview Rez Libris publisher Debbie De Louise (Dulcie Mills in Second Life). De Louise talks about what it's like to run a magazine in a virtual world and the impact Second Life has had on her creativity.

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Episode 5: Mark Eller and Mark W. Worthen

We're back! With a successful recording of Episode 5, in which Kghia and Simeon speak to Mark Eller and Mark W. Worthen.

Mark Eller is a noted Podcaster whose podcast novels Gods of War and Mercy Bend have a huge following. He will talk about his new book and The Write Stuff reality show.

Mark W. Worthen has numerous science fiction and horror short stories to his publishing credit and has been long listed for a Stoker Award. He will talk about vampires, screenplays and other horrors.

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Episode 3: Manx Wharton and Explorer Dastardly

This week on "Off the Shelf": Manx Wharton and Explorer Dastardly.

Manx Wharton is a creative force. In addition to writing image-rich poetry, he is also a talented artist and musician who has brought his work into Second Life. Manx talks about his work and his influences.

The musical interlude this week is "Wayside Park" by Magnatune artist John Williams from his album "Long Ride Home". Learn more about John and his music here: http://magnatune.com/artists/john_williams .

Explorer Dastardly is the daughter of a Holocaust survivor, and she uses Second Life to share her mother's story. She discusses this experience as part of an oral tradition, as a memoir, and also how it has altered the mother-daughter relationship.

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Episode 2: Persephone Phoenix and Alas Zerbino

This week, Simeon and Kghia talk to Persephone Phoenix and Alas Zerbino.

Persephone Phoenix hosts an open mic poetry reading on Sunday evenings at The Blue Angel Poet's Dive, and she can often be found at other open mics and poetry readings. Additionally, she leads a weekly poetry workshop and is an amazing poet in her own right.

Alas Zerbino, in addition to being a talented writer and one of the founders of The Story Mountain Center for Writers, has been collecting a wealth of resources of Second Life writers. Her blog, Writers in the Virtual Sky, is a must stop for all writers.

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Episode 1: Derry McMahon and Jenaia Morane

Welcome to Off the Shelf, the radio show/podcast about books and the people who love them. In this first episode, Kghia Gherardi and Simeon Beresford speak with Derry McMahon of the West of Ireland Library and Storyteller Jenaia Morane about World Storytelling Day.

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Pilot Episode: Persephone Phoenix and Jenaia Morane

The pilot episode of Off the Shelf, featuring Persephone Phoenix and Jenaia Morane.

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