Media & Interviews

For Media Inquires or to book Deborah for an event/podcast:

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Upcoming Events

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San Diego Writer’s Festival March 28th
Upcoming Events
San Diego Writer’s Festival March 28th
Upcoming Events

Come and meet Deborah Rudell at her exhibitor's booth at the SDWF at the Coronado Public Library. Join her in a day of inspiration, storytelling and connection with writers and readers in the San Diego Community.

Upcoming Events
LATimes Festival Of Books:  April 18-19
Upcoming Events
LATimes Festival Of Books:  April 18-19
Upcoming Events

Come and say hello to Deborah Rudell  at the LA Times Festival of Books at the University of Southern Califonia campus. Join her for a weekend celebrating storytelling, connections and the written word. She will have a table in the Acorn Publishing tent and would love to see you and discuss her book Grit & Grace.

Upcoming Events

Featured Podcast Appearances

Recent conversations about Grit & Grace, healing, and Deborah’s writing journey.

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Once Upon a Book Fair Interview
Once Upon a Book Fair Interview

A recorded interview covering cults, violence, and the healing Deborah Rudell found through sailing and writing.

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Uncorking a Story Podcast with Mike Carlon
Uncorking a Story Podcast with Mike Carlon

Disillusionment, freedom, and telling the truth on the page come together as Deborah Rudell shares the story behind Grit & Grace with Mike Carlon.

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Edna White- Where Are They Now?
Edna White- Where Are They Now?

A reunion style conversation reflecting on where life has taken Deborah Rudell, and the journey that continues to unfold.

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Featured Articles

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Nelson Star
Nelson Star

A Nelson Star feature on Deborah Rudell and the release of her debut memoir, Grit & Grace: The Transformation of a Ship and a Soul.

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The San Diego Union Tribune
The San Diego Union Tribune

Featured in the San Diego Union-Tribune Spring Arts Preview, Deborah Rudell shares how San Diego strengthened her through hard seasons and helped shape Grit & Grace.

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Book Q&A's with Deborah Kalb
Book Q&A's with Deborah Kalb

A Q&A with Deborah Kalb Books where Deborah Rudell shares insights on Grit & Grace, her writing process, and the experiences behind the story.

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Interviews & Articles

Print features, radio interviews, and written conversations.

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My Reading Addiction
My Reading Addiction

A featured interview on My Addiction Is Reading, discussing Grit & Grace and the life experiences behind the memoir.

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A Life Through Books
A Life Through Books

Deborah Rudell’s world unravels when the leaders of her spiritual commune are exposed, arrested, and imprisoned for bioterrorism and attempted murder. Crushed and adrift, she moves her family off the commune to create a sense of normalcy.

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SD Voyager Interview
SD Voyager Interview

An interview with SD Voyager featuring Deborah Rudell, reflecting on Grit & Grace and the experiences that shaped her life and writing.

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Selected Speaking Clips

Deborah has shared reflections on writing, resilience, and reclaiming one’s voice in local speaking forums.

Toastmasters - Cults, Boatbuilding, & Sailing

Toastmasters - Protege

Toastmasters - Coping in Challenging Times

Past Events

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November Book Events
November Book Events
The World Needs More Canada
The World Needs More Canada
LA Times Festival of Books & Other News 
LA Times Festival of Books & Other News 
From Panels to Pages
From Panels to Pages
A Book Launch to Remember: Gratitude, Reunion, and Celebration
A Book Launch to Remember: Gratitude, Reunion, and Celebration