You'll want to meet these Inkandescent Authors

September 26, 7pm: Virginia Humanities Hosts Bestselling Author Matthew Quick, author of the bestselling novel “The Silver Linings Playbook”

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Policy expert and political operative Matthew Lavoie brings us his debut thriller novel, “Main Street Fringe”

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Author and former FBI Special Agent executive Katherine Schweit helps us learn how to Stop the Killing, talk to the dead, understand the second amendment, and talk about guns with anyone

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Tonya Poindexter gets real with her new book, “The Aftermath — What Nobody Tells Black Women About Life After Divorce”

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If you and your team are struggling in the workplace, don’t miss this groundbreaking book by Dr. C. Victor Herbin III: “Organizational Arrogance: How Superiority Behaviors Become Cultural Arrogance – And What Every Leader Must Do to Stop It”

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Paula B. Mays takes us on an twisty art trip around the world with “Murder in La Galeria D’Arte — A Marco in Spain Mystery”

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Meet Don Mann — popular motivational speaker, New York Times bestselling author and host of the TV series “Surviving Mann”

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Lynda Allen gives us the Liv Wilde Mysteries newest title “Flashes of Fire and Fury.” She insists, “Menopause is a superpower!”

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Humans may “Hang 10” when they surf, but surf dogs always “Hang 20,” insists law enforcement officer turned children’s book author Kerri Hagerty. Meet her at Elaine’s and check out her bestselling books!

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Don’t miss this author interview with Wolf Bahren about her new book: “The Secessionist’s Wife”

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Beka Wueste’s “Human of the Year,” is a gripping tale about a man released from a Maryland prison after nearly 20 years. Join us to learn more about this story of family dynamics, emotional survival, and second chances.

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International bestseller J.D. Barker is coming to Elaine’s Literary Salon with his new novel, “The Probability of Murder”

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Author Justin Laborde brings us a story inspired by his grandfather, “Scattered Far and Wide: The Naval Academy Class of ’38 at War”

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Dr. Stephen Cook brings us “Daniel: An Exegetical & Theological Bible Commentary”

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Celebrate 250 years of American history: “The Democracy We Must Keep: Seven founders, nine documents, and the ideas that shaped America,” is the theme of the powerful new book by historian David O. Stewart

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Mom of 3 and cancer survivor Elizabeth Hodges brings us “I Can’t Have Cancer, I Have Carpool! — Lessons on Beating Cancer While Being a Mom”

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History comes alive: Irene Bennett’s new novel, “Battle of the Artisans,” portrays the making of the very real Bells of Marquis Yi, a 2500-year-old National Treasure of China

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Moms, daughters (and anyone interested in belonging, immigration, and body image) should read Rebecca Morrison’s new book, “The Blue Dress”

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Author of the Cold War Thriller series Bill Rapp shares his latest novel, “The Prague Spring,” at Elaine’s Literary Salon

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Wanda Rawlings brings her award-winning series, “A Christian Journey,” to Elaine’s Literary Salon

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Chandrani Ghosh shares her new novel, Heartlines — “Think ‘Crazy Rich Asians’ for Indian families,” says the former journalist turned author

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Monday Magic Newsletter of the Week

September 21, 2026 — Tango lovers: Get your tickets now for QuinTango’s September 23 performance at Blues Alley for Argentinean Jazz Week
Monday Morning Magic from Inkandescent® PR + Publishing Co. — Joan Singer founded the award-winning ensemble QuinTango 28 years ago. I had the privilege of sitting down with the world-famous
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Check out this new series on Inkandescent Radio The Questions Bar

What's on your mind, girlfriend?

In May 2025, Inkandescent launched this podcast and video show that invites you in to listen in on a chat with two girlfriends talking about topics of the day that touch their mind bodies spirit souls and hearts: AlinaZ in Los Angeles and Hope Katz Gibbs in Washington DC. Season 2 is underway. Learn more at TheQuestionsBar.com.

Don't miss this new show on Inkandescent.tv Elaine's Literary Salon

Meet the Authors who are telling the stories of our lives When bestselling thriller novelist Jeffrey James Higgins opened his award-winning restaurant in Old Town, Alexandria in March 2023, he also launched Elaine's Literary Salon to shine a light on his fellow writers who have accomplished the almost impossible: They published a book! In 2025, he joined forces with Inkandescent.us to promote and produce Elaine's Literary Salon show, which is now #4 both on Spotify and Apple podcasts. Don't miss a single episode: ElainesLiterarySalon.com. If you are an author, or know one, invite them to send us an email and join in on the fun: hope@hopegibbs.com. Read More

Inkandescent Women magazine What is the Future of Democracy?

Sen. Elizabeth Warren gives us insight in her fiery, thought-provoking speech

Senator Elizabeth Warren was a headliner who spoke to a packed room of reporters at the National Press Club earlier this year. All were eager to hear her thoughts on the Future of the Democratic Party. More to the point, she spoke about the future of democracy in the US and how the country is making an impact abroad.

BeInkandescent Health & Wellness magazine The Courage to Thrive

Meet Rev. Dr. Bob Flanagan

“When wrestling with depression and anxiety, getting out of bed is a courageous move,” shares Rev. Dr. Bob Flanagan in the first of his two books in the Courage to Thrive series. “When panic attacks and suicidal thoughts strike, finding victories in the small things of life and reframing feelings can help a person flourish even in the midst of mental health struggles.”