Book World: The Great Escape
The world of books encompasses a myriad of topics. What better people to host a podcast on the book world, then authors Michael Scott Clifton and C.J. Peterson!This live broadcast is on Wednesday at 1PM CT! Don't miss a single episode, as they talk: books, writing, reviews, and enjoy interviews by a… read more
S3 Ep 36 – Jinx Schwartz: Hetta Coffey Series
December 7th, 2023
TODAY on Book World: The Great Escape, we’re talking #usatoday #bestselling #author Jinx Swartz! #learn more about her #hettacoffeeseries #Checkitout
C.J.’s #YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CJPeterson
Mike’s …
S3 Ep 35 – CW Hawes: Paranormal
November 29th, 2023
TODAY on Book World: The Great Escape, we’re talking with #paranormal #author CW Hawes! #Learn more about the paranormal #genre – you may learn some #tips to #writing your own! #Checkitout
C.J.’s #YouTube: …
S3 Ep 34 – Holiday Marketing
November 15th, 2023
TODAY on Book World: The Great Escape, we’re going to be talking about #holiday #marketing. As an #author there are a myriad of possibilities for …
S3 Ep 32 – Chapter & Paragraph Length
October 25th, 2023
WED on Book World: The Great Escape, we’re going to be talking about #chapter and #paragraph length? How does it affect your #writing and #readers? #Tunein #live to find out more! #Checkitout
C.J.’s #YouTube: …
S3 Ep 31 – The Elevator Pitch
October 18th, 2023
TODAY on Book World: The Great Escape, we’re going to be talking the “elevator pitch.” What is it? How does it pertain to #authors and #writers? #Tunein #live to find out more! #Checkitout
C.J.’s #YouTube: …
S3 Ep 29: Writing A Good Hero
October 7th, 2023
TODAY on Book World: The Great Escape, we’re going to be talking about writing a good hero! #Tunein #live to find out more! #Checkitout
C.J.’s #YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CJPeterson
Mike’s #youtubechannel: …
S3 Ep 27 – AI – The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly
September 13th, 2023
TODAY on Book World: The Great Escape at 1PM CT, at 1PM CT, we'll be talking about #AI and how it affects us as #writers. #Checkitout
C.J.’s #YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CJPeterson
Mike’s #youtubechannel: …
S3 Ep 26 – Joe Congel – Genre: PI/Mystery
August 30th, 2023
TODAY on Book World: The Great Escape at 1PM CT, we’ll be talking about #writing a good #villain. Can your #reader empathize and understand your villain? #Checkitout
C.J.’s #YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CJPeterson
S3 Ep 25 – Working With The Darkside – Writing A Good Villain
August 23rd, 2023
TODAY on Book World: The Great Escape at 1PM CT, we’ll be talking about #writing a good #villain. Can your #reader empathize and understand your villain? #Checkitout
C.J.’s #YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CJPeterson
S3 Ep 24 – Author Macy Lewis: Romantic Suspense Genre
August 16th, 2023
Today on Book World: The Great Escape at 1PM CT, we’ll be to #author Macy Lewis. #checkitout to find out more about her #romantic #suspense #genre!
C.J.’s #YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CJPeterson
Mike’s …
S3 Ep 23 – Fresh Ink Group Publishing: Beem Weeks & Stephen Geez
August 9th, 2023
Today on Book World: The Great Escape at 1PM CT, we’ll be talking with Beem Weeks & Gary Stephen Geez of the Fresh Ink Group regarding #publsihing
C.J.’s #YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CJPeterson
Mike’s …
S3 Ep 22 – Writing Summaries & Blurbs
August 2nd, 2023
Today on Book World: The Great Escape at 1PM CT, we as #authors have narrow our #books down to a 250 #word #summary. Then, we have to knock it down even further for other platform requirements to 75 words, 10 words, …
S3 Ep 21 – To Rewrite Or Not To Rewrite: That Is The Question
July 26th, 2023
TODAY on Book World: The Great Escape at 1PM CT, we’ll be talking whether or not to rewrite that book in the back of your drawer. #Authors know this #book. It’s probably one of the first you published. Find out what …
S3 Ep 20 – Eric & Dillon Staples – Genre: Sci-Fi
July 12th, 2023
TODAY on Book World: The Great Escape at 1PM CT, we’ll be talking with #authors Eric & Dillon Staples
C.J.’s #YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CJPeterson
Mike’s #youtubechannel: …
S3 Ep 19 – Kelly Lynn Colby & Kevin Pettway Expanding Your IP Universe
June 28th, 2023
TODAY on Book World: The Great Escape at 1PM CT, we will have TWO #guests – Kelly Lynn Colby & Kevin Pettway. They’ll be talking about expanding …
S3 Ep 18 – George Dismukes: Writing Screenplays
June 21st, 2023
TODAY on Book World: The Great Escape at 1PM CT, we’ll be bringing back George Dismukes! He’ll be talking about #writing a #screenplay. #tunein
#YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CJPeterson
Mike’s #youtubechannel: …
S3 Ep 17 – Beem Weeks: Historical Fiction Genre
June 14th, 2023
TODAY on Book World: The Great Escape at 1PM CT, we get to chat with multi-genre #author Beem Weeks! We’ll be focusing on #historicalfiction
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S3 Ep 16 – Author Stephen Geez: Slipstream Genre
June 7th, 2023
TODAY on Book World: The Great Escape at 1PM CT, we get to chat with #author Stephen Geez!
C.J.’s #YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CJPeterson
Mike’s #youtubechannel: https://www.youtube.com/c/MichaelScottClifton
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S3 Ep 15 – Waiting For Your Muse (Writer’s Block)
May 31st, 2023
TODAY on Book World: The Great Escape at 1PM CT, we’ll be about what happens when #writersblock strikes! #authorproblems #muse
C.J.’s #YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CJPeterson
Mike’s #youtubechannel: …
S3 Ep 14 – It’s All In The Details
May 10th, 2023
TODAY on Book World: The Great Escape at 1PM CT, we’ll be talking about the #details. Are there too many? Too few? What significance do they play in the WIP?
C.J.’s #YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CJPeterson
Mike’s …
S3 Ep 13 – Greg Little: Dystopian/Scifi Fiction
May 3rd, 2023
TODAY on Book World: The Great Escape at 1PM CT, we’ll be talking to #author Greg Little about his #genre - #dystopian #fiction #scifi! #dontmissit
C.J.’s #YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CJPeterson
Mike’s …
S3 Ep 12: What’s In A Name?
April 26th, 2023
TODAY on Book World: The Great Escape at 1PM CT, we’re talking about #names of #characters. Are they important? How do you come up with them?
C.J.’s #YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CJPeterson
Mike’s …
S3 Ep 11: Rob & Joan Carter – Mystery Genre
April 19th, 2023
TODAY on Book World: The Great Escape at 1PM CT, we are talking to Carter Novels regarding the #genre: #mystery #Dontmissit
C.J.’s #YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CJPeterson
Mike’s #youtubechannel: …
S3 Ep 10: Elements of Relevance
April 12th, 2023
Today on Book World: The Great Escape at 1PM CT, we’ll be talking about #elements of relevance regarding #writing. #dontmissit
C.J.'s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/CJPeterson
Mike's YouTube Channel: …
S3 Ep 9: Anthologies
April 5th, 2023
Today on Book World: The Great Escape at 1PM CT, we’ll be talking about #anthologies and how they can help #authors
C.J.'s YouTube Channel: …
S3 Ep 8: Story Length Is Important
March 22nd, 2023
Today on Book World: The Great Escape at 1PM CT, we’ll be talking about story length and how it applies to books.
C.J.'s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/CJPeterson
Mike's YouTube Channel: …
S3 Ep 7: Kevin Pettway: Genre: Swords & Sorcery
March 15th, 2023
Today on Book World: The Great Escape at 1PM CT, we’ll be visiting with #author Kevin Pettway, and his #genre - #swords and #sorcery!
C.J.'s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/CJPeterson
Mike's YouTube Channel: …
S3 Ep 6: George Dismukes: Author, Producer, & Director
March 1st, 2023
Today on Book World: The Great Escape at 1PM CT, we’ll be chatting with author, producer, and director George Dismukes!
C.J.'s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/CJPeterson
Mike's YouTube Channel: …
S3 Ep 5: Comic Cons & Authors with Kelly Lynn Colby & Danielle McDonough
February 22nd, 2023
Today on Book World: The Great Escape, we’ll be Part 2 of #audiobooks. Don’t miss this informative talk regarding the world of the #audiobook!
C.J.'s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/CJPeterson
Mike's YouTube …
S3 Ep 4: Audiobooks Pt 2
February 15th, 2023
Today on Book World: The Great Escape, we’ll be Part 2 of #audiobooks. Don’t miss this informative talk regarding the world of the #audiobook!
C.J.'s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/CJPeterson
Mike's YouTube …
S3 Ep3: Author Jeffrey Lee, Genre: Fantasy
February 8th, 2023
The world of writing fantasy is vast. Find out what makes Author Jeffrey Lee's different that others. He may have a few tips as a first-time author to share for those who want to write in this genre!
C.J.'s youtube - …
S3 Ep 3: Audiobooks Pt 1
February 1st, 2023
We’re back! Today on Book World: The Great Escape, we’ll be talking about audiobooks. Don’t miss this informative talk regarding the world of the audiobook!
C.J.'s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/CJPeterson
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S3 Ep 2: Lana Lynne – Christian Fiction
January 11th, 2023
TODAY at 1PM CT on Book World: The Great Escape, we'll be talking to Lana Lynne about the genre -Christian Fiction!
For more information on Lana Lynne: https://lanalynne.com
C.J.'s youtube - …
S3 Ep 1: Magical Realism
January 4th, 2023
TODAY at 1PM CT on Book World: The Great Escape, we'll be talking about magical realism. What is it? How does it differ from other like genres?
C.J.'s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/CJPeterson
Mike's YouTube …
S2 Ep 38: Exploring The Publishing Realm (Pt 2)
December 14th, 2022
Today on Book World: The Great Escape, we’re talking publishing! You’ve written a book…now what? Learn the various options on publishing opportunities, editing, cover art, etc.
C.J.'s YouTube- …
S2 Ep 37: Exploring The Publishing Realm (Pt 1)
December 7th, 2022
Today on Book World: The Great Escape, we’re talking publishing! You’ve written a book…now what? Learn the various options on publishing opportunities, editing, cover art, etc.
C.J.'s YouTube- …
S2 Ep 36: Holiday Advertising
November 16th, 2022
TODAY on Book World: The Great Escape - it's almost time to start your holiday advertising! Are you ready? Tune in to find some tips and tricks!
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S2 Ep 35: Larry Hoy – Urban Paranormal
November 9th, 2022
Today on Book World: The Great Escape Autor Larry Hoy will talking to us about Urban Paranormal. Find out more about this genre today at 1PM CT.
C.J.'s youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/CJPeterson
Mike's youtube …
S2 Ep 34: How To Do A Book Review
October 26th, 2022
TODAY on Book World: The Great Escape, we're going to do a live posting of a book review. Many times folks know they should do a book review, but do …
S2 Ep 33: Savannah Loy – Dystopian Fiction
October 19th, 2022
Today on Book World: The Great Escape Autor Savannah Loy will be discussing dystopian fiction and her new release RESET that launched on 15OCT!
C.J.'s youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/CJPeterson
Mike's youtube …
S2 Ep 32: Character Inspiration
October 12th, 2022
Today on Book World: The Great Escape we are talking about character inspiration. How do you get your characters? What is a character arc? How do you come up with names? …And more!
C.J.'s youtube - …
2 Ep 31: Carolyn L. Dean – Cozy Mysteries
October 6th, 2022
Today on Book World: The Great Escape we're talking to about Carolyn L. Dean about cozy mystery genre!
C.J.'s youtube - …
S2 Ep 30: Kelly Lynn Colby – Psychic/Paranormal Fiction
September 21st, 2022
Today on Book World: The Great Escape we’ll be talking to Author Kelly Lynn Colby about paranormal/psychic fiction. What is it? How does it differ …
S2 Ep 29: World Building
September 14th, 2022
Today on Book World: The Great Escape, we'll be talking about World Building. This is a necessary skill for any author, but especially for fantasy authors. Grab a pen and paper, ready to take notes on what the building …
S2 Ep 28: Danielle McDonough – Genre: Dystopian Fiction
September 12th, 2022
Today on Book World: The Great Escape, we'll be talking to Danielle McDonough - Genre: #dystopian #fiction!
#dontmissit
C.J.'s #YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/CJPeterson
Mike's #youtubechannel - …
S2 Ep 27: Stone Keye – Genre: Urban Fantasy
August 31st, 2022
Today on Book World: The Great Escape, we’ll be talking to Author Stone Keye regarding the genre: Fantasy!
#live -
C.J.'s #youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/CJPeterson
Mike's #youtubechannel - …
S2 Ep 26: Book Review Day!
August 17th, 2022
It’s one of the co-hosts favorite days! It’s #bookreview day! On #book #review day, C.J. and Mike each share a book they have reviewed. They also give some insight into book reviews and how they help. You may add a new …
S2 Ep 24: Michael Wigington – Genre: Fantasy
July 27th, 2022
Today on Book World: The Great Escape, we'll chat with Michael Wigington regarding his genre: #fantasy
Michael Wigington’s website: https://fantasyinmyveins.com
S2 Ep 23: Book Review Day!
July 20th, 2022
It’s one of the co-hosts favorite days! It’s #bookreview day! On #book #review day, C.J. and Mike each share a book they have reviewed. They also give some insight into book reviews and how they help. You may pick up a …
S2 Ep 22: Writing In A PC Culture
July 13th, 2022
On this episode of Book World: The Great Escape, we'll be talking about writing in a PC Culture. When is it appropriate, and how can it be done the …
S2 Ep21: Book Show Table Set-Up Ideas
July 6th, 2022
Are you looking for ideas for setting up your table for #bookshows? Both #awardwinning #authors C.J. Peterson & Michael Scott Clifton have been doing book shows for years! Find out some great #tips on what to have …
S2 Ep20: Book Review Day!
June 29th, 2022
It’s one of the co-hosts favorite days! It’s #bookreview day! On #book #review day, C.J. and Mike each share a book they have reviewed. They also give some insight into book reviews and how they help. You may pick up a …
S2 Ep19: Author Jayna Morrow – Beta Readers
June 22nd, 2022
What is a #betareader? How are they utilized in the #author world? How can this benefit #readers? Find out on today’s #live #broadcast of Book World: The Great Escape #podcast!
#FB: …
S2 Ep18: Author Linda Pirtle – Cozy Mysteries
June 8th, 2022
Do you enjoy a good #mystery? Sometimes it’s nice to curl up on the couch with a drink and a good #book at your fingertips. This is where the #cozymysteries comes into play! Join us as we talk to #cozymystery #author …
S2 Ep17: Heroes and Antiheroes
June 1st, 2022
What’s the difference between a #hero and #antihero? As a #writer, how can this help you with your #character development? As a #reader, what does this mean? Find out more on today’s #live #broadcast of Book World: The …
S2 Ep16: Book Review Day!
May 25th, 2022
It’s one of the co-hosts favorite days! It’s #bookreview day! On #book #review day, C.J. and Mike each share a book they have reviewed. They also give some insight into book reviews and how they help. You may pick up a …
S2 Ep15: CW Hawes – Writing Mystery
May 18th, 2022
Do you enjoy a good #mystery? Ever wanted to try your hand at #writing a mystery? Author CW Hawes is no stranger to mystery and intrigue. Take a listen to learn the ins and outs of mystery!
#FB: …
S2 Ep14: Stone Keye – Amazon Ads & Marketing
May 12th, 2022
#Marketing for any #writer or #author can be a daunting task. #Author Stone Keye takes some time to help us sort through the dos and don’ts of #amazon ads and marketing. This is a great dive into what works and what …
S2 Ep13: ARCs and Beta Readers: Yea or Nay
April 27th, 2022
Sometimes our hosts are on opposite sides of a subject. This gives you a perspective from both sides. Today is one of those days. Find out which side of the topic each one is on, as well as their pros and cons. This may …
S2 Ep12: Todd Engel – Cover Design Artist
April 20th, 2022
We try to tell ourselves not to judge a book by its cover, but we all do! Find out from #coverartist Todd Engel what it takes to make a good cover! Find out the ins and outs of cover art on today’s Book World: The Great …
S2 Ep11: Author Patty Wiseman – Choice Between Muti-Genre Author Or Single Genre? Stay In Your Lane Or Spread Your Wings?
April 7th, 2022
On this Book World: The Great Escape. (06APR at 1PM CT #live), it’s Author Patty Wiseman. She’s coming to talk about authors making the choice …
S2 Ep10: Inspiration For Characters
March 26th, 2022
Inspiration for characters can come from just about anywhere! Make sure to listen and find out how these two authors find their inspirations. It may surprise you on this Book World: The Great Escape. (23MAR at 1PM CT …
S2 Ep9: Steampunk Author C.I. Chevron
March 16th, 2022
On this episode of Book World: The Great Escape, it’s #steampunk #author C.I. Chevron! Learn more about #steampunk, #sciencefiction, & #fantasy – what its like to write it, research it, etc!
Her website: …
S2 Ep8: Comic Artist – Rosamaria Garza
March 2nd, 2022
On this episode of Book World: The Great Escape, it's Rosamaria Garza, an #artist for multiple genres – #comic and #childrensbook. She discusses how …
S2 Ep7: Book Review Day!
February 23rd, 2022
It’s one of the co-hosts favorite days! It’s #bookreview day! On #book #review day, C.J. and Mike each share a book they have reviewed. They also give some insight into book reviews and how they help. You may pick up a …
S2 Ep 6: Artist Nancy E Durham
February 16th, 2022
What do #artists (drawing in particular) have to do with #writing #books? Find out during today’s #episode of Book World: The Great Escape. We will …
S2 Ep 5 - Author Dana Wayne: "Romance vs. Love Story
February 10th, 2022
What's the difference between a romance and a love story? Find out with Author Dana Wayne. To find out more about Author Dana Wayne, head over to: https://danawayne.com
#bookworldtge #writers #writerslife #writer …
S2 Ep 4 - Why Write Science Fiction & Fantasy From A Faith-Based Perspective
February 2nd, 2022
Why write science fiction and fantasy from a faith-based perspective? We know it's an odd topic. Tune in to see how this applies to writers on Book World: The Great Escape!
S2 Ep 3 - Critique Groups and Partners...Yea or Nay
January 26th, 2022
Find out what hosts Mike Clifton and C.J. Peterson say about critique groups and partners, and then make up your own mind. Both have an opinion, but …
S2 Ep 2: Caleb Pirtle III - Historical Fiction
January 19th, 2022
Ever thought about writing #historicalfiction? Our guest is #historical #fiction #author Caleb Pirtle III! Find out the ins and outs of #writing historical fiction, along with more about him and his #books on this …
S2 Ep 1: Book Reviews
January 6th, 2022
Looking for a new read? Check out today's Book World: The Great Escape for #Authors Michael Scott Clifton & C.J. Peterson's Book Review choice to start the new year!
Mike's Choice: Robert Jordan - Warrior of the …
S1 Ep9 - Planner vs Pantser
December 29th, 2021
Authors Michael Scott Clifton & C.J. Peterson sit down and discuss the "planner vs. pantser" theories of #writing. Find out how this effects how #books are #written, and how, as a #reader, this dictates how often …
S1 Ep8: Helen Thompson - Head Librarian for Mount Pleasant
December 7th, 2021
Ever wonder what libraries are looking for in order to get your book in libraries? The guest for 06DEC is Helen Thompson - Head Librarian for the …
S1 Ep 7 - Holiday Advertising
November 30th, 2021
On today's #livebroadcast of Book World: The Great Escape, Author Michael Scott Clifton & Author C.J. Peterson be talking Holiday Advertising!
S1 Ep 6 - Book Review Week!
November 15th, 2021
Authors Michael Scott Clifton and C.J. Peterson get the opportunity to each review a book of their choice. This gives you a chance to get to know a new author that you may never heard from! Tune in to find out why …
S1 Ep 5 - Kristine Hall: Lonestar Literary Life
November 1st, 2021
co-hosts C.J. Peterson and Michael Scott Clifton talk to Kristine Hall of Lone Star Literary Life. Find out who she is, and how Lone Star Literary Life fits into the author/writer/reader worlds.
Lone Star Literary Life …
S1 Ep 4 - Author DC Gomez
October 25th, 2021
Author DC Gomez talks about her writing today on Book World: The Great Escape. We dive into apocalyptic and dystopian writing, and why she chose her various writing projects, including her urban apocalyptic and …
S1 Ep 3 - Book Reviews
October 18th, 2021
Ever wonder why authors are so keen on book reviews? We can assure you it is not because we are not vain. There are many things to consider, including algorithms. Find out what all of this means, along with what two …
S1 E2: World Building
October 13th, 2021
Ever want to know a little behind the scenes in the #author world? #Authors Michael Scott Clifton and C.J. Peterson give you that chance. This week they talk about #worldbuilding - the ins and outs, along with the do's …
Episode 1: Meet The Hosts
October 4th, 2021
Meet the hosts of this new podcast! Book World: The Great Escape is for authors, writers, and readers alike. This podcast is hosted by two authors, C.J. Peterson and Michael Scott Clifton. Both bring a different view of …
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