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BOE Book Launch Interview

Annie Chiappetta interviewed me for the monthly Behind Our Eyes Book Launch about my latest novel, Unbroken Love. This young adult romance is available in paperback and Kindle formats, with an Audible version planned for release.

Behind Our Eyes is an organization of writers with disabilities that promotes the craft of writing and the business of publishing. The interview offered an opportunity to introduce Unbroken Love and share more about this latest chapter in my work as an author.

The Blind Chick Interview

I started 2024 with an appearance on the Blind Chick podcast with Penn and Moses Street. Our conversation explored my young adult novel, Braided Love, which was released on December 31, 2023.

We also discussed the books, experiences, and personal journey that brought me to this point in my writing career. The conversation provides listeners with a closer look at the story behind my work and the experiences that continue to influence me as an author.

Smorgasbord Book Promotions

Sally Cronin featured my mothering memoir, Daddy Won’t Let Mom Drive the Car: True Tales of Parenting in the Dark, as part of her Smorgasbord Free Book Promotions Blog Magazine 2023 Share an Excerpt From One of Your Published Books series.

The selected excerpt gives a tribute to schoolteachers and offers readers a glimpse into the experiences and observations shared throughout the memoir.

Meet Me in the Middle Interview

On this episode of the Meet the Blind podcast, Victor and Laurie interviewed me about my award winning debut novel, The Bright Side of Darkness.

Our conversation extended beyond the novel to explore my years in public school, my daughter, and other experiences that have shaped my life and perspective. It gives listeners an opportunity to learn more about both the author and the person behind the books.

In Perspective

Dancing with the Seasons: A Year in Simple Verse is a slim volume of approachable nature poetry released in January 2022.

The collection brings together short, vivid poems intended to be enjoyable for readers who may not ordinarily gravitate toward poetry while still offering imagery that experienced poetry readers can appreciate. It represents another dimension of my writing and my interest in capturing experiences through different literary forms.

Corn Mothers to Be Honored in Colorado Ceremony

I was selected as one of 22 women to be honored for making an impact in the community and embodying the spirit of the Corn Mother.

In an interview with 9News, I discussed what it means to be a Corn Mother and the qualities associated with this meaningful recognition. The honor provided another opportunity to share my experiences and the values that have influenced my personal and professional life.

Bizcochitos, a Holiday Treat

Christmas traditions and favorite foods often carry memories from one generation to another. In this blog post, I shared the story of bizcochitos, a cookie my grandma used to make.

The feature combines food, family, memory, and tradition, offering readers a more personal look at experiences that remain meaningful to me.

The AFB Centennial Book Club: Blind and Low Vision Authors Tell Their Stories

I participated in a joint event presented by the American Foundation for the Blind and Amazon in celebration of AFB’s centennial year.

The event featured Georgina Kleege, Jo Elizabeth Pinto, and Zachary Shore, bringing together blind and low vision authors to share their stories, experiences, and perspectives.

Pozole, a Stew of Celebration

Holiday traditions have a way of connecting us with family, memories, and experiences from years past. In this blog post, I wrote about pozole, a stew my family enjoys as part of our Christmas and New Year’s Eve celebrations.

The piece reflects on the traditions that can make familiar foods much more than something we simply eat.

Tis the Season, Green Chili with Pork

The scent of roasted green chilis brings back memories of family and comfort for me. Growing up, my grandma roasted green chilis in her adobe oven each fall.

Preparing the chilis became a family activity as we bagged and froze bushels for later. This feature explores those memories and the connection between food, family, tradition, and home.

Blind People Write Books: Interview with Award Winning Author J.E. Pinto

In the second installment of the More than Meets the Eye series, Rev. Rebecca interviewed me about my experiences as an award winning author.

The conversation helped raise awareness while exploring the diversity of the disability community. It also provided another opportunity to discuss writing and the experiences that have influenced my work.

An Online Chat with J E Pinto, Adam Ross, and Friends

In this online conversation, I discussed my award winning novel The Bright Side of Darkness and Daddy Won’t Let Mommy Drive the Car.

The discussion gave readers and participants an opportunity to hear more about the books and my experiences as an author.

All Around B Town Podcast

In this interview, I shared experiences from growing up in Brighton, integrating into public schools as a student with a disability, becoming an author, and serving as a caregiver.

The conversation brings together several parts of my personal journey and shows how lived experiences have helped influence my perspective and writing.

Share a Review Day by Marcia Meara

Feedback from readers can be especially meaningful to an author. This feature shared a review of The Bright Side of Darkness that became one of my personal favorites.

The review was featured through Marcia Meara’s Share a Review Day blog, giving new readers another perspective on my debut novel.

Beckie Writes Review and Interview

Reverend Rebecca Holland reviewed The Bright Side of Darkness and interviewed me for the Beckie Writes blog.

The feature combined a reader’s response to the novel with a conversation about my writing, providing an opportunity for readers to learn more about both the book and its author.

Kevin Morris Interview

Poet Kevin Morris interviewed me about The Bright Side of Darkness. We discussed how I became interested in writing, the development of my work, and aspects of my writing process.

The interview offers a closer look at how my interest in storytelling developed and what goes into creating my books.

Ani’s Advent Calendar 2018: Eating Snow with Jo Pinto

This seasonal feature shared a piece of my writing with readers during the 2018 holiday season.

It begins with a quiet moment after a social worker leaves, setting the scene through the sounds and atmosphere surrounding the characters and inviting readers into the story.

Jewniquely Myself: Kindling Friendship, Jo Elizabeth Pinto

Joan Myles, a poet and retired children’s Hebrew teacher, interviewed me for the Jewniquely Myself blog.

The colorful conversation offered another opportunity to discuss my writing, experiences, and journey as an award winning author.

Chris the Story Reading Ape’s Blog: Meet Guest Author, Jo Elizabeth Pinto

This guest author feature shared a personal account of my journey as a writer.

I discussed childhood memories, experiences that influenced me, and some of the inspiration behind my work. The feature gives readers another way to understand how life experiences can find their way into an author’s creative perspective.

The Bright Side of Darkness on Lisa Burton Radio

The Bright Side of Darkness was featured on Lisa Burton Radio through a creative interview involving Rick Meyers, a seventeen year old character who has recently become emancipated after losing both parents in a car accident.

The feature offered an imaginative way for readers to become acquainted with the novel and its characters.

Yecheilyah Ysrayl: Introducing Guest Author Jo Elizabeth Pinto

Professional book blogger, author, and soul poet Yecheilyah Ysrayl interviewed me about my writing and my life.

The conversation allowed me to discuss the experiences behind my work while introducing readers to more of my story as an author.

Three Blind Authors Interview

On this episode of the Speaking Out for the Blind radio show, Brian McCallen interviewed three visually impaired authors.

The conversation explored their books, including works featuring blind characters, while also discussing writing more broadly. It provided a space for authors with different perspectives and experiences to talk about their craft.

Speaking Out for the Blind Interview

Brian McCallen interviewed me for an episode of the Speaking Out for the Blind podcast about my award winning debut novel, The Bright Side of Darkness.

The interview gave me an opportunity to introduce the novel to listeners while discussing my work and experiences as an author.