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Author Interview Dawn Greenfield Ireland

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Author Bio:
Dawn Greenfield Ireland is the CEO of Artistic Origins Inc, a writing and editing company that has been doing business since 1995. Her first book, The Puppy Baby Book (hardcover), was a finalist in the IPPY book competition (2001) and has been selling steadily ever since.

Novels include The Alcott Family Adventures Cozy Mystery Series (Hot Chocolate, Bitter Chocolate, and Spicy Chocolate). Science Fiction includes the Thol series (Prophecy of Thol Gifts From Thol, Love of Thol & King of Thol), The Last Dog (dystopian/futuristic) series includes book 2, Texmexzona. Forced Dreams is currently a stand-alone sci-fi romantic adventure. Steamy shapeshifter romance series by DG Ireland includes Bonded, Tothars, Tilted, and Unforeseen.

In addition to the novels, Dawn is an award-winning screenwriter with 15 feature film scripts, 2 of which were optioned. She also creates nonfiction/self-help books and products. Writers Preparation Handbook is an online course, eBook and audiobook. What’s Breaking Your Budget is an eBook. How to Format Word Docs Like a Pro is an online course.

Originally from Feeding Hills, MA, Dawn migrated to San Antonio in 1968 then moved to Houston where work was more plentiful. She built a 34-year career as a technical writer/editor.

Dawn has been a member and benefactor of Women in Film and Television (Houston) for decades. Her current day job is writing, creating online courses, and editing books and all things written.

Connect with D.E. Greenfield
Website

Timestamps
00:15 Introduction
00:58 What are your books about?
5:41 What inspired you to write your book?
7:29 Who are your books for?
8:31 How long have you been writing? What made you really start?
9:10 what is your schedule when you are writing?
10:00 Is there anything in your writing space you need to help you stay focused?
10:53 Do you have a favorite writing snack or drink?
11:40 What type of drinks do you personally enjoy reading?
13:02 Are there any books or authors that inspired you to become an author?
14:10 What books did you grow up reading, did you have an all-time favorite?
15:10 Now as an adult, do you have a favorite series or author?
16:10 What would you tell someone just starting to read again?
16:52 Is there any advice you would give someone just starting to write their own book?
19:06 Any additional comments?
18:50 Where is the best place for readers and our listeners to connect with you?

Website

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Author Bio:
Dawn Greenfield Ireland is the CEO of Artistic Origins Inc, a writing and editing company that has been doing business since 1995. Her first book, The Puppy Baby Book (hardcover), was a finalist in the IPPY book competition (2001) and has been selling steadily ever since.

Novels include The Alcott Family Adventures Cozy Mystery Series (Hot Chocolate, Bitter Chocolate, and Spicy Chocolate). Science Fiction includes the Thol series (Prophecy of Thol Gifts From Thol, Love of Thol & King of Thol), The Last Dog (dystopian/futuristic) series includes book 2, Texmexzona. Forced Dreams is currently a stand-alone sci-fi romantic adventure. Steamy shapeshifter romance series by DG Ireland includes Bonded, Tothars, Tilted, and Unforeseen.

In addition to the novels, Dawn is an award-winning screenwriter with 15 feature film scripts, 2 of which were optioned. She also creates nonfiction/self-help books and products. Writers Preparation Handbook is an online course, eBook and audiobook. What’s Breaking Your Budget is an eBook. How to Format Word Docs Like a Pro is an online course.

Originally from Feeding Hills, MA, Dawn migrated to San Antonio in 1968 then moved to Houston where work was more plentiful. She built a 34-year career as a technical writer/editor.

Dawn has been a member and benefactor of Women in Film and Television (Houston) for decades. Her current day job is writing, creating online courses, and editing books and all things written.

Connect with D.E. Greenfield
Website

Timestamps
00:15 Introduction
00:58 What are your books about?
5:41 What inspired you to write your book?
7:29 Who are your books for?
8:31 How long have you been writing? What made you really start?
9:10 what is your schedule when you are writing?
10:00 Is there anything in your writing space you need to help you stay focused?
10:53 Do you have a favorite writing snack or drink?
11:40 What type of drinks do you personally enjoy reading?
13:02 Are there any books or authors that inspired you to become an author?
14:10 What books did you grow up reading, did you have an all-time favorite?
15:10 Now as an adult, do you have a favorite series or author?
16:10 What would you tell someone just starting to read again?
16:52 Is there any advice you would give someone just starting to write their own book?
19:06 Any additional comments?
18:50 Where is the best place for readers and our listeners to connect with you?

Website

Links

Support the Podcast https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ripollsworkshop

Newsletter https://mailchi.mp/30a7be3e81ef/69wqrzezob

Follow us

Ripollsworkshop Reads Podcast Instagram https://instagram.com/ripollsworkshopreadspodcast?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Ripollsworkshop Reads Website https://www.ripollsworkshopreads.com/about-contact

Ripollsworkshop Reads YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@ripollsworkshopreads

Ripollsworkshop Reads Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ripollsworkshopreads

Our Host Courtney Ripoll-McBride https://www.instagram.com/theripollsworkshop/

Music Created/Episode Mastered By: Patrick McBride https://www.instagram.com/patmcbride_bass

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