Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur Hour

Our usual Sunday podcast was recorded on Monday, October 19, because we had a busy weekend starting at the Douglas County Library for their Local Author Gathering on Saturday and ending with the debut of Battle Born Bride at the Sierra Arts Foundation on Sunday. We met with lots of people at both events and felt very supported. We talk about both events and send love to everyone connected. Other things going on: - Please pre-order Battle Born Bride. I truly believe this will be our company's best selling book. - We thank Tim Flood for coming on Writers Wednesday, and poet Lavanda Dumas will be our feature guest on October 21. – Another big BBB reveal on Nevada Day, October 31, at Bub’s Bookstore. – Two events with the Brewery Arts Center later this year. We keep busy in the social media: – CC does her daily “Life of a Writer” videos over on YouTube. – I am serializing “Finding Salvation” on Patreon and Substack. Our unofficial motto: “Rise and Grind Every Day.” Check us out. LYL TIA! +++ Cassidy Carson and JT Hume (“CC & JT”) are independent writers, publishers, and co-owners of Two Moore Books, LLC out of Carson City, Nevada, USA. Our human-authored book catalog can be found on our bookstore and the major platforms. Our podcast, “The CC and JT Amateur Hour,” has recorded hundreds of episodes, and our mission is to “help writers write.” We support the Nevada Author Network with the Sierra Arts Foundation out of Reno, Nevada. Two of our books were “Finalists” in the 2025 Independent Author Network Book of the Year Awards. We received the 2024 Women in Podcasting Award in the “Best Authors and Books Podcast” category from the Women Podcasters Network. Two Moore Books, LLC was voted as the “Most Unique Business” in the Nevada Appeal’s Best of Carson City 2026 contest. JT was voted as one of the top three most popular authors in Carson Now’s “2026 Carson City Local Favorites.” You can also read our books for free through your local library. Our Website: ⁠www.carsonhume.com⁠ Who We are: ⁠https://carsonhume.com/about/⁠ Our Books: ⁠https://carsonhume.com/books-2/⁠ Our bookstore: https://carsonhume.square.site/ Our Business: ⁠https://twomoorebooks.com/⁠ For those who listen on their way to work, we are on these fine podcast platforms: ⁠Spotify⁠, ⁠Apple⁠, ⁠Pocket Casts⁠, and ⁠Radio Public⁠. Note: Two Moore Books, LLC does not receive financial compensation for promoting third-party businesses and websites. We are speaking to our specific experiences. Your mileage may vary.

It’s another “Writer Wednesday” for “The CC & JT Amateur Hour,” and we welcome Tim Flood to the Big Show. Tim’s journey into the world of writing began later in life, so his literary art is rich with the nuances of his past. He shares insights into his debut novel, “The Flower of Canaan,” a story steeped in memories and values that span generations. The inspiration for this book draws heavily from Tim’s childhood and young adult experiences. He reflects on how his values and beliefs shaped by his upbringing and his grandmother’s storytelling led him to write this profound tale from days gone by, yet still directly relates to our tumultuous modern times. Through “The Flower of Canaan,” Tim Flood illustrates the power of storytelling as a means of exploring complex personal histories while shedding light on broader societal issues. His insights remind us that writing is not just an art form but a way to connect with and understand our pasts, as well as the world around us. You can learn more about time through his website and through his Substack. +++ Cassidy Carson and JT Hume (“CC & JT”) are independent writers, publishers, and co-owners of Two Moore Books, LLC out of Carson City, Nevada, USA. Our human-authored book catalog can be found on our bookstore and the major platforms. Our podcast, “The CC and JT Amateur Hour,” has recorded hundreds of episodes, and our mission is to “help writers write.” We support the Nevada Author Network with the Sierra Arts Foundation out of Reno, Nevada. Two of our books were “Finalists” in the 2025 Independent Author Network Book of the Year Awards. We received the 2024 Women in Podcasting Award in the “Best Authors and Books Podcast” category from the Women Podcasters Network. Two Moore Books, LLC was voted as the “Most Unique Business” in the Nevada Appeal’s Best of Carson City 2026 contest. JT was voted as one of the top three most popular authors in Carson Now’s “2026 Carson City Local Favorites.” You can also read our books for free through your local library. Our Website: ⁠www.carsonhume.com⁠ Who We are: ⁠https://carsonhume.com/about/⁠ Our Books: ⁠https://carsonhume.com/books-2/⁠ Our bookstore: https://carsonhume.square.site/ Our Business: ⁠https://twomoorebooks.com/⁠ For those who listen on their way to work, we are on these fine podcast platforms: ⁠Spotify⁠, ⁠Apple⁠, ⁠Pocket Casts⁠, and ⁠Radio Public⁠. Note: Two Moore Books, LLC does not receive financial compensation for promoting third-party businesses and websites. We are speaking to our specific experiences. Your mileage may vary. Buy us a cup of coffee ♥️ Venmo PayPal

The life of a writer in a word: *sigh*. But there are good days, and for us, yesterday was one day where everything we do came together. Books were selling, we talked about writing at a public event, the local newspaper did a big feature, CC got invited to a writing retreat, we enjoyed a 60% increase in pre-sales on CC's book, and so on. When you're a writer, you're living a life of challenges and setbacks, so we talk about savoring these rare good days. Harness and enjoy these giddy feelings while you can! October continues to be a busy month with the upcoming release of CC’s Battle Born Bride, now available for pre-order across the internet (please pre-order it). Also, you can find us at: – Douglas County (Nevada) Library Author Gathering on October 17. – Battle Born Bride reveal at the Sierra Arts Foundation on October 18. – Another big BBB reveal on Nevada Day, October 31, at Bub’s Bookstore. – Two events with the Brewery Arts Center later this year. We also keep busy in the social media: – CC does her daily “Life of a Writer” videos over on YouTube. – I am serializing “Finding Salvation” on Patreon and Substack. – We’re interviewing authors for “Writer Wednesdays.” Our unofficial motto: “Rise and Grind Every Day.” Check us out. LYL TIA! +++ Cassidy Carson and JT Hume (“CC & JT”) are independent writers, publishers, and co-owners of Two Moore Books, LLC out of Carson City, Nevada, USA. Our human-authored book catalog can be found on our bookstore and the major platforms. Our podcast, “The CC and JT Amateur Hour,” has recorded hundreds of episodes, and our mission is to “help writers write.” We support the Nevada Author Network with the Sierra Arts Foundation out of Reno, Nevada. Two of our books were “Finalists” in the 2025 Independent Author Network Book of the Year Awards. We received the 2024 Women in Podcasting Award in the “Best Authors and Books Podcast” category from the Women Podcasters Network. Two Moore Books, LLC was voted as the “Most Unique Business” in the Nevada Appeal’s Best of Carson City 2026 contest. JT was voted as one of the top three most popular authors in Carson Now’s “2026 Carson City Local Favorites.” You can also read our books for free through your local library. Our Website: ⁠www.carsonhume.com⁠ Who We are: ⁠https://carsonhume.com/about/⁠ Our Books: ⁠https://carsonhume.com/books-2/⁠ Our bookstore: https://carsonhume.square.site/ Our Business: ⁠https://twomoorebooks.com/⁠ For those who listen on their way to work, we are on these fine podcast platforms: ⁠Spotify⁠, ⁠Apple⁠, ⁠Pocket Casts⁠, and ⁠Radio Public⁠. Note: Two Moore Books, LLC does not receive financial compensation for promoting third-party businesses and websites. We are speaking to our specific experiences. Your mileage may vary. Buy us a cup of coffee ♥️ Venmo PayPal

Welcome back to the "CC & JT Amateur Hour" for another "Writer Wednesday." In this edition, we delve into the fascinating journey of Cassidy Carson, a retired senior archivist turned author, as she shares her insights on her latest novel, Battle Born Bride. Set against the backdrop of 1860s Carson City, Nevada, this historical romance intertwines fact with fiction, exploring a pivotal time in American history. Cassidy's transition from the Nevada State Archives to the literary world was inspired by her years of research and dedication to preserving history. "It feels like it's been a long time in coming because I first got the idea for the book probably a decade ago," she reflects. The novel’s plot is rooted in the very foundations of Nevada’s statehood, allowing readers to experience the tumultuous events that shaped the region. At the core of Cassidy's story is the character of Sarah Jane Avery, a young woman whose journey to Nevada was unexpected. Cassidy shares, "There are little bits and pieces of me in her, but she is definitely a separate character." The intertwining of historical figures, like Mark Twain, adds depth and authenticity to her narrative. For those interested in the full journey, be sure to check out this podcast episode where Cassidy shares more about her inspirations and the writing process behind Battle Born Bride. +++ Cassidy Carson and JT Hume (“CC & JT”) are independent writers, publishers, and co-owners of Two Moore Books, LLC out of Carson City, Nevada, USA. Our human-authored book catalog can be found on our bookstore and the major platforms. Our podcast, “The CC and JT Amateur Hour,” has recorded hundreds of episodes, and our mission is to “help writers write.” We support the Nevada Author Network with the Sierra Arts Foundation out of Reno, Nevada. Two of our books were “Finalists” in the 2025 Independent Author Network Book of the Year Awards. We received the 2024 Women in Podcasting Award in the “Best Authors and Books Podcast” category from the Women Podcasters Network. Two Moore Books, LLC was voted as the “Most Unique Business” in the Nevada Appeal’s Best of Carson City 2026 contest. JT was voted as one of the top three most popular authors in Carson Now’s “2026 Carson City Local Favorites.” You can also read our books for free through your local library. Our Website: ⁠www.carsonhume.com⁠ Who We are: ⁠https://carsonhume.com/about/⁠ Our Books: ⁠https://carsonhume.com/books-2/⁠ Our bookstore: https://carsonhume.square.site/ Our Business: ⁠https://twomoorebooks.com/⁠ For those who listen on their way to work, we are on these fine podcast platforms: ⁠Spotify⁠, ⁠Apple⁠, ⁠Pocket Casts⁠, and ⁠Radio Public⁠. Note: Two Moore Books, LLC does not receive financial compensation for promoting third-party businesses and websites. We are speaking to our specific experiences. Your mileage may vary. Buy us a cup of coffee ♥️ Venmo PayPal

It is October, the month which we celebrate Death. That may not be your first thought, but the imagery is all around as we approach Halloween. In that, CC and I discuss how we write about death in our works. Some authors may prefer not to do a deep dive into this inevitability, so we offer ideas on how you can express death in your manuscript. We also have insight on what you may forget to include. Not related to that: we touch on the Cubs's quick exit from the postseason (🤬), and we reveal the fourth book of the "Sheriff of Nevada" series is at the editors. October is going to be a busy month with the upcoming release of CC's Battle Born Bride, now available for pre-order across the internet (please pre-order it). Also, you can find us at: - Seeliger Pumpkin Patch at Seeliger Elementary on October 10. - Douglas County (Nevada) Library Author Gathering on October 17. - Battle Born Bride reveal at the Sierra Arts Foundation on October 18. - Another big BBB reveal on Nevada Day, October 31, at Bub's Bookstore. - Two events with the Brewery Arts Center later this year. We also keep busy in the social media: - CC does her daily "Life of a Writer" videos over on YouTube. - I am serializing "Finding Salvation" on Patreon and Substack. - We're interviewing authors for "Writer Wednesdays." Our unofficial motto: "Rise and Grind Every Day." Check us out. LYL TIA! +++ Cassidy Carson and JT Hume (“CC & JT”) are independent writers, publishers, and co-owners of Two Moore Books, LLC out of Carson City, Nevada, USA. Our human-authored book catalog can be found on our bookstore and the major platforms. Our podcast, “The CC and JT Amateur Hour,” has recorded hundreds of episodes, and our mission is to “help writers write.” We support the Nevada Author Network with the Sierra Arts Foundation out of Reno, Nevada. Two of our books were “Finalists” in the 2025 Independent Author Network Book of the Year Awards. We received the 2024 Women in Podcasting Award in the “Best Authors and Books Podcast” category from the Women Podcasters Network. Two Moore Books, LLC was voted as the “Most Unique Business” in the Nevada Appeal’s Best of Carson City 2026 contest. JT was voted as one of the top three most popular authors in Carson Now’s “2026 Carson City Local Favorites.” You can also read our books for free through your local library. Our Website: ⁠www.carsonhume.com⁠ Who We are: ⁠https://carsonhume.com/about/⁠ Our Books: ⁠https://carsonhume.com/books-2/⁠ Our bookstore: https://carsonhume.square.site/ Our Business: ⁠https://twomoorebooks.com/⁠ For those who listen on their way to work, we are on these fine podcast platforms: ⁠Spotify⁠, ⁠Apple⁠, ⁠Pocket Casts⁠, and ⁠Radio Public⁠. Note: Two Moore Books, LLC does not receive financial compensation for promoting third-party businesses and websites. We are speaking to our specific experiences. Your mileage may vary. Buy us a cup of coffee ♥️ Venmo PayPal