In this episode, host Becky welcomes Dr. Susan Agbenoto, author of New Wine: A Journey into Refueling Your Life in the Spirit and Restore Me! But Privately, Please (The People Cannot Know).

Dr. Agbenoto shares her personal and professional journey with the audience. She reflects on key lessons she learned from her upbringing, and how her work as a speaker, lay pastor, and investment performance professional informs her faith-centered message. She discusses the spiritual and emotional challenges her books address, why those issues are deeply important to her, and the transformation she hopes her listeners will experience.

Dr. Susan Agbenoto’s audiobooks will be available soon on AMPlify Audiobooks, where listeners can support authors and engage more deeply with transformative stories and messages.

In this powerful episode of the Audiobook Connection, host Becky Parker Geist welcomes Pamela Blair, author of The Reluctant Womb.

A former Broadway dancer, social worker, solo traveler through Africa and the Middle East, single mother, and psychologist, Pamela has now turned to writing in post-retirement. Together, Becky and Pamela explore how this rich life experience shaped a book that tackles deeply personal and socially relevant issues surrounding pregnancy, choice, and women’s autonomy.

Pamela shares how the provocative title The Reluctant Womb came to her, what inspired the book, and how real-life letters became an integral part of the narrative. The discussion addresses the cultural and political context surrounding the book, including how its themes resonate in a post–Roe v. Wade world, and what impact Pamela hopes the story will have on readers, especially young women facing life-altering decisions.

🎧 The Reluctant Womb audiobook will be available soon on AMPlify Audiobooks, where listeners can support authors and engage more deeply with meaningful stories.

In this episode Becky welcomes Edward L. James, author of The Duras Kingdom.

Edward shares his personal journey as a writer, reflecting on his background, early influences, and what ultimately led him to create The Duras Kingdom. He discusses the deeper themes and conflicts at the heart of the story, why those issues matter to him, and the impact he hopes the book will have on readers.

The conversation also dives into the audiobook production process, with Edward explaining why he chose a full-cast audiobook.

In the closing segment, Edward talks about his aspirations for the book moving forward, how listeners can connect with him and his work, and why platforms like AMPlify Audiobooks play an important role in helping authors expand their reach and impact.

Whether you’re an author considering audio, a producer curious about full-cast productions, or a listener who loves immersive storytelling, this episode offers valuable insight into the creative and collaborative process behind a standout audiobook.