The journey of writing the fiction series The Path That Takes Us Home. In this episode: the challenge of writing a series, the importance of the 'writing retreat,’ and the difference between a solo retreat and a community retreat.

The eight finalists from the Will There Be a Sunset? contest came together for an evening of celebrating great Canadian writers. We heard readings from all eight and special grand prize judge, Ace Baker announced the winner of the cash prize of over $185.
These eight stories are being compiled into an anthology through Chicken House Press and will be released in April 2024.

The journey of writing the fiction series The Path That Takes Us Home. In this episode: mortality, legacy, sparking emotion, and why characters have to die.

The journey of writing the fiction series The Path That Takes Us Home. In this episode: the open door vs. closed door debate when it comes to sex scenes in fiction.

The journey of writing the fiction series The Path That Takes Us Home. In this episode: the dos and don’ts of POINT OF VIEW, imposter syndrome, and the value of good writing tools.

Wendy Down is a Doctor of Integrative Medicine and a life coach. Her book, I Feel Better Now: How to Feel Okay on a Difficult Day, was released in February, 2023. We had a great discussion about the publishing process, timelines, the woes and wins of marketing, and how her book is serving the needs of children (and adults!) and their big feelings.

The journey of writing the fiction series The Path That Takes Us Home. In this episode: being a burden, sad songs, and how politics can influence inspiration.

The journey of writing the fiction series The Path That Takes Us Home. In this episode: an embarrassing confession, religion, childhood, and stand-up comedy

The journey of writing the fiction series The Path That Takes Us Home. In this episode: where I’m at, where I’m going, discipline, and themes.

A new podcast series launching on Tuesday, November 7, following the journey of writing the fiction series The Path That Takes Us Home by Alanna Rusnak.

First Friday is all about telling a personal story from my own life in an effort to allow you to get to know the person behind Chicken House Press a little better. This is a quick little tale about a horrifying musician's-block moment wherein I wanted to disappear into the floor.

Michael Schmidt is a student of the publishing program at Centennial College and he reached out for some insight into the publishing industry, specifically indie magazine publication. Schmidt directs the conversation through ten thoughtful questions.

A live Zoom with Ace Baker on Sunday, September 17 to celebrate the launch of his new book, How to Make a Killing Jar, which was released on August 30. Since its release it has maintained its spot in the top ten Hot New Releases in Canadian Short Stories on Amazon, as well as hanging out in the top 100 bestsellers overall in the same category.

First Friday is all about telling a personal story from my own life in an effort to allow you to get to know the person behind Chicken House Press a little better. This is a quick little tale about a celebrity dance club experience that was not awesome.

Sitting down with Ace Baker, author of How to Make a Killing Jar, a powerful short story collection . We talk about teaching, process, inspiration, writing scales, consistency vs. quality, poetry within prose, community, answering big questions through writing, religion, hypocrisy, serendipity, and so much more!

First Friday is all about telling a personal story from my own life in an effort to allow you to get to know the person behind Chicken House Press a little better.
This is a quick little story about a charming experience I had while visiting NYC.

Sitting down with Sarah Barkoff, author of Emmy Gold is Totally Extraordinary, an upper middle class novel about embracing who you really are. We talk about process, inspiration, being a child actor, bad auditions, and why social media filters are so harmful. PLUS enjoy a reading of the complete first chapter!

First Friday is all about telling a personal story from my own life in an effort to allow you to get to know the person behind Chicken House Press a little better.

This is a quick little listen and it will give you a too-close-for-comfort look at my big celebrity crush.

First Friday is all about telling a personal story from my own life in an effort to allow you to get to know the person behind Chicken House Press a little better. My son - about whom the story is written - joined me for a quick fact check in which he shared the experience from his own perspective and offered some truly horrible advice that I hope you don’t take to heart.

Sitting down with Dr. Elena Sherwood, author of Greatness Finds a Way, a concise and punchy non-fiction that uses the authors own story to inspire change in others. Recorded over Instagram Live, the sound is a bit choppy, but the content is so rich! We talk about making space, message targeting, adding meaning to the world, writing your own story, freeing up memories, and embracing your greatness.