Award-winning author Christian Hurst on why loneliness is the price of authenticity—and why true connection only happens after you pay it.

What does it take to run a marathon on all seven continents and the North Pole? For Dr. William Thomas, it was about much more than athleticism; it was a masterclass in overcoming the mental barriers that hold us all back. In this episode of The Author’s Voice with KAJ, we dive into the lessons from his book, Cross the Lines. Dr. Thomas started running at 42 and transformed his life, proving that the biggest obstacles aren't physical—they're the limits we place on ourselves.

Every great story starts with a spark. For award-winning author Kay A. Oliver, it wasn't a elaborate plot outline, but a simple, provocative question: "Why do we exhume every grave we find in Sudan or Egypt, but our own graveyards are sacred?" This single thread of curiosity unraveled into her first novel, Disturbed Tombs , which won four awards and launched a prolific writing career that has since produced 12 books and counting. But Kay’s journey to becoming a celebrated nov

What happens when life takes away everything you built — your career, your family, your sense of purpose? For Ryan T. Reichert, a retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel, that question wasn’t theoretical. After 23 years of service, four combat deployments, and a transition into corporate America, he found himself at rock bottom — facing addiction, loss, and uncertainty. In his book, God Only Knows When the Devil Comes for You: A Second Chance at Life , Ryan shares a raw and rede

Global consultant turned debut author shares how he wrote a gripping thriller and landed Bloomsbury. Michael Wendroff’s journey from global marketing consultant to published novelist is as gripping as the storylines he now creates. His debut thriller, What Goes Around (Bloomsbury), takes readers into a world of mysterious crimes, dangerous groups, and an unforgettable twist rooted in his own family’s words. In this episode of The Author’s Voice with KAJ , Wendroff opens up a

Why “never give up” is the wrong advice, and what to do instead, from Bernard “Chalky” White’s KAJ Masterclass The most dangerous advice successful people give is “never give up.” It sounds inspiring, but it’s a trap. It keeps you grinding in the wrong direction long after you should have pivoted. The real skill isn’t blind persistence—it’s strategic decisiveness . In a profound KAJ Masterclass LIVE session, Bernard “Chalky” White—who transformed his life from a London police

Discover how author Nkrumah Mensah turned a forgotten manuscript into the seven-book Annie of Ryland series. Insights on courage, creativity, and storytelling for young adult readers.

The Video I Almost Deleted You know, I almost deleted this video. Just this Monday morning, an hour back, I was cleaning my laptop for...