StoryTime with Stephanie

Sierra Gandy @love_sierra30 is the next guest on StoryTime with Stephanie. Sierra is the author of “Football 101 For Women: A Woman’s Guide To Learn The Basics Of Football.” Ladies, Stop Sitting On The Sidelines! Do you ever wonder why men are so interested in football? Want to join them this football season in the excitement of a game and actually understand what you are watching? Well, look no further—Sierra’s got you covered! #podcastshow #authorinterview #footballbooks #supportblackauthors #stephanieoutten #storytimewithstephanie

On this episode our guest, author ⁠@joannaavin⁠. Joanna Avin’s book, “HeartWork of the Soul,” will bring you to a state of self-awareness, self-regulation, and all the other factors related to Emotional Intelligence. Are you ready to do the HeartWork? This was another soul-stirring episode of StoryTime with Stephanie in the books! Thank you, Joanna @joannaavin, for such a dynamic conversation about Emotional Intelligence and the “HeartWork of the Soul” that’s necessary for us to leave a lasting impression and impact on this world. Join us live on my YouTube channel on the 2nd & 4th Mondays at 7pm EST. You can also catch all seasons of StoryTime with Stephanie there as well. https://youtube.com/@itsstorytimewithstephanie #authorinterview #podcastshow #emotionalintelligence #storytimewithstephanie

The social media sensation, @mrsronyb Ronyelle Baker, was our next guest on this episode of StoryTime with Stephanie.  Our show has been dedicated to giving independent authors a platform to share about their books and what they have upcoming. However, on this episode, we did something different and spoke to an avid romance book reviewer to hear from her what makes a great book, specifically romance books.  Don’t miss this discussion as @mrsronyb brings her humor, charm, and book savvy to StoryTime as we discuss what made “Rifts and Refrains” by @tiye28always such an AMAZING book. Jake and Amara stole my and had me rooting for them all the way to the stage. Listen to the book on @audible to find out what I mean.  SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel. https://youtube.com/@itsstorytimewithstephanie, turn your notifications on so you don’t miss an episode. #podcastshow #bookreview #romancewriters #StephanieOutten #storytimewithstephanie

We started our season with our guest author, Sharhonda Exantus, the author of “Sins of the Lines.” SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel. ⁠⁠https://youtube.com/@itsstorytimewithstephanie⁠⁠, turn your notifications on so you don’t miss an episode. #podcastshow #bookreviews #indiewriters #StephanieOutten #storytimewithstephanie

Don’t miss this episode of StoryTime with Stephanie! Dr. Michelle Kindred and a few of the ladies from “My Story, Your Hope,” joined us on August 26 to discuss how they persevered through some of the most difficult parts of their life’s journey. SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel. ⁠https://youtube.com/@itsstorytimewithstephanie⁠, turn your notifications on so you don’t miss an episode. #podcastshow #bookreview #romancewriters #theraputic writing #StephanieOutten #storytimewithstephanie

Author Tyler Calhoun is our guest on tonight’s episode of StoryTime with Stephanie. His children’s book series, “Merry Meerkats Go!!” is adorable. Follow along as a band of meerkat siblings enjoy their adventures each day. #authorinterview #podcastshow #childrensbookauthor #supportblackauthors #LiteraryDoula #StorytimewithStephanie #StephanieOutten

We took a little break; however, we are back. This guest is a former NFL player, and two-time high school Hall of Fame inductee, Darryl Clack (@darrylclack). When Darryl was diagnosed with early-stage dementia and soon after slipped into a coma brought on by a life-threatening rare autoimmune-related blood disorder, his life as he knew it changed forever. “Hear My Story Before I Forget” chronicles Darryl’s celebrated sports journey, his coping mechanisms for multiple concussions, PTSD, and depression, and journals the dark months of uncertainty that followed his traumatic illness and his fight to live. You can catch StoryTime with Stephanie live every 2nd and 4th Monday at 7pm EST, on Facebook at ⁠⁠⁠www.facebook.com/literarydoula⁠⁠⁠. Stay in touch with me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.StephanieOutten.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠.com/stephanieoutten⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook.com/literarydoula #authorinterview⁠ ⁠#podcastshow⁠ ⁠#footballplayer⁠ ⁠#dementia⁠ ⁠#ptsd⁠ ⁠#concussionawareness⁠ ⁠#athletes⁠ ⁠#parentsofathletes⁠ ⁠#depressionawareness⁠ ⁠#contactsports⁠ ⁠#booksthatinspire⁠ #darrylclack ⁠#storytimewithstephanie⁠ ⁠#stephanieoutten⁠ ⁠#literarydoula⁠® ⁠#supportblackauthors⁠ ⁠#blackmaleauthor

The awesome, Tracci Johnson (@tracci_johnson), author of “Dangerous Mistrust,” returned to discuss what’s been happening since she released this book. Queens, rise up and show up for this dynamic Woman of God as she returns to share one of the most powerful stories of how her dangerous mistrust of God led her through some dark seasons. But God! Only He could snatch His daughter out of darkness and thrust her into the light by His love. You don’t want to miss Tracci share her story. You can catch StoryTime with Stephanie live every 2nd and 4th Monday at 7pm EST, on Facebook at ⁠⁠⁠www.facebook.com/literarydoula⁠⁠⁠. Stay in touch with me: ⁠⁠⁠www.StephanieOutten.com⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠.com/stephanieoutten ⁠⁠⁠Facebook.com/literarydoula

Season 6, Episode 4 Born with the spark of romance in her heart, Shakira R. Thompson has an unwavering passion for all things romance. She demonstrates that in her newest book, “The Flirtatious Couple,” which we discussed on this episode of StoryTime with Stephanie. As Shakira and I discussed how the three fictional couples through the ups and downs of marriage and one couple’s desire to help the others bring romance back to their relationship. Is romance as easy as ABC? You can purchase your copy of Shakira Thompson's book, “The Flirtatious Couple” book at ⁠https://amzn.to/3uPY0Ti⁠. You can catch StoryTime with Stephanie live every 2nd and 4th Monday at 7pm EST, on Facebook at ⁠⁠⁠www.facebook.com/literarydoula⁠⁠⁠. Stay in touch with me: ⁠⁠⁠www.StephanieOutten.com⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram ⁠⁠⁠Facebook

Guess who stopped by Storytime with Stephanie? Anthony "AJ" Joiner, founder of Blooksy Books. I couldn’t wait to chat with AJ about his book, “Atlanta Fish Fry: Life’s a Fish and Then You Fry,” which centers on how gentrification tries to strip AJ’s beloved community of its authentic charm. This is a delightful story of the importance of getting to know those in your neighborhood so that when something comes to try to tear it down, your community can come together by any means necessary. I love it! You can learn more about Anthony "AJ" Joiner and his book at www.atlantafishfry.com. You can catch StoryTime with Stephanie live every 2nd and 4th Monday at 7pm EST, on Facebook at ⁠⁠www.facebook.com/literarydoula⁠⁠. Stay in touch with me: ⁠⁠www.StephanieOutten.com⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook

Our next guest, Darren Bennett @darrenbennett82 sits down with us to discuss his book, "I'm My Brother's Keeper," where he honors his brother Shannon, a fallen Police Officer who was the first Police Officer in the State of Florida to die in the line of duty due to contracting Covid-19. This is a show you don't want to miss! Be sure to listen to the very end. You can learn more about Pastor Darren and his book at linktr.ee/darrenbennett82⁠. You can catch StoryTime with Stephanie live every 2nd and 4th Monday at 7pm EST, on Facebook at ⁠www.facebook.com/literarydoula⁠. Stay in touch with me: ⁠www.StephanieOutten.com⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Facebook

The premiere of Season 6 of StoryTime with Stephanie with an awesome writer and author, Michele Rolle! 🙏🏾🙌🏾❤️ Our heartfelt thanks to Michele Rolle for being the season's first guest. Her book, “Invisible Warrior,” is a powerful memoir that will truly uplift and inspire you. Grab your copies on Amazon. You can learn more about Michele and her book on Instagram. You can catch StoryTime with Stephanie live every 2nd and 4th Monday at 7pm EST, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/literarydoula. Stay in touch with me: www.StephanieOutten.com Instagram Facebook

I wrapped up Season 5 with our final guest of the season, Ereka Thomas. Ereka Thomas, author of the highly-anticipated forthcoming book, "Breaking Covenants with Counterfeits," takes us on a journey through her life to show us how she was set up to believe a lie about her identity, which led her to make an exchange for what she thought she lacked. By forcing herself into an abnormal existence that was a counterfeit of who God created her to be, she delved deeper into the false identity. You can catch StoryTime with Stephanie live every 2nd and 4th Monday at 7pm EST, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/literarydoula. Stay in touch with me: ⁠⁠www.StephanieOutten.com⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠www.instagram.com/stephanieoutten⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠www.facebook.com/literarydoula⁠

Guess who was joined StoryTime with Stephanie? None other than God’s anointed, multi-bestselling author, motivational speaker, media mogul, philanthropist, and a whole host of other things that would take me hours to share… Dr. Cheryl Polote-Williamson @cherylpwilliamson. We discussed her newly released book, Affirmed Volume II, and shared with our audience what amazing things God has in store as we embark on 2024. You can catch StoryTime with Stephanie live every 2nd and 4th Monday at 7pm EST, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/literarydoula. Stay in touch with me: ⁠www.StephanieOutten.com⁠ Instagram: ⁠www.instagram.com/stephanieoutten⁠ Facebook: ⁠www.facebook.com/literarydoula

Our guest on this episode is Terrance Bell @terrancebellslife. We discussed his book, "Flawed, But Unbroken: The Regenerate Soul of a Man." Terrance draws from his life experiences to offer teachable moments to help young men who come from impoverished backgrounds, as well as help parents realize the significance of parental stability, unconditional love, and trust. It was great chatting with Terrance during this episode! You can catch StoryTime with Stephanie live every 2nd and 4th Monday at 7pm EST, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/literarydoula. Stay in touch with me: www.StephanieOutten.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/stephanieoutten Facebook: www.facebook.com/literarydoula

On today's episode, I sat down with Markais Neal to discuss how his life changed one night in 2018. Hear his story of how he lost everything, and battled depression, and PTSD, only for the love of God to redeem him and restore his joy. You can catch StoryTime with Stephanie live every 2nd and 4th Monday at 7pm EST, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/literarydoula. Stay in touch with me: Website: ⁠www.StephanieOutten.com⁠ Instagram: ⁠www.instagram.com/stephanieoutten⁠ Facebook: ⁠www.facebook.com/literarydoula

Stephanie was delighted to have Audrey Hargrove sit down to discuss her book, "Quiet Abuse: Raised Into Power." "It's time to rise to your God-given power and rights." ~ Audrey Hargrove Audrey and I will discuss how she overcame abuse and misuse by taking back her life from a powerless, paralyzed mindset. She will share how you can change your mindset to rise to the level God is calling you to. You can catch StoryTime with Stephanie live every 2nd and 4th Monday at 7pm EST, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/literarydoula. Stay in touch with me: Website: www.StephanieOutten.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/stephanieoutten Facebook: www.facebook.com/literarydoula

On this episode, I sat down to discuss Shay Robertson's book, "Loss, Pain, and Finding Peace." There is a saying that God sometimes calms the storm, but sometimes God allows the storm to rage to calm His child. He knew what she needed, and as unfair as it seemed, it aligned Shay with her destiny. This Planning Coach thought she could plan her life the way she desired. But the Creator had other plans for her, and thankfully His plans prevailed over hers. You can catch StoryTime with Stephanie live every 2nd and 4th Monday at 7pm EST, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/literarydoula. Stay in touch with me: Website: ⁠www.StephanieOutten.com⁠ Instagram: ⁠www.instagram.com/stephanieoutten⁠ Facebook: ⁠www.facebook.com/literarydoula⁠

The premiere of Season 5 of StoryTime with Stephanie. I was joined by Anita Faye Wilson, Vocal Coach/Producer, Transformational Coach, Speaker, and Author. We chatted about her book, “The W.O.W. Effect,” and how the words we speak, or others speak over us, can change the dynamics of our lives and our relationships with others. You can catch StoryTime with Stephanie live every 2nd and 4th Monday at 7pm EST, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/literarydoula. Stay in touch with me: Website: www.StephanieOutten.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/stephanieoutten Facebook: www.facebook.com/literarydoula

OMG! This episode was so powerful with Sonya author of "Sonya D! Xposed: The Diary of a Fitness Diva." Sonya D, as she is affectionately known, is a former NWBA player, celebrity fitness trainer, life coach, host, model, and inspirational speaker. In her book, she highlights some of her truths that others are often afraid to talk about. She "xposes" some of the most painful times in her life when it was difficult for her to "just get over it" as everyone expected she should. But the blessing is that she is still here to tell her story.