In its fifth season, Book 101 Review welcomes Kern Carter—novelist, entrepreneur, and creative professional who has built a career around the power of words. This episode explores Kern’s journey of making a living through writing, from storytelling and authorship to the business side of being a creative entrepreneur. Through an engaging and insightful conversation, listeners gain a deeper understanding of the discipline, mindset, and resilience required to turn passion for writing into a sustainable career. Book 101 Review Season Five highlights Kern Carter’s experience as an inspiring example of how words, when used with purpose and strategy, can become both an art form and a livelihood.
Book 101 Review, in its fifth season, features Ange Dove, a personal brand and business coach and the founder of Singapore’s first and longest-standing personal branding consultancy, as my guest.
Book 101 Review, in its fifth season, features Lisa Haynes, author of Retired and Killin’ It: The Ultimate Retirement Plan, in an insightful and practical conversation about redefining life after work. This episode explores how retirement can be a purposeful, energized chapter rather than a period of decline or disengagement. Lisa shares strategies for planning a fulfilling retirement that balances financial readiness, personal passions, and long-term well-being. Her perspective challenges outdated narratives and empowers listeners to take ownership of their future. Through thoughtful discussion, this episode reframes retirement as an opportunity to thrive, grow, and live intentionally.
Book 101 Review, in its fifth season, features Tom Fox, The Compliance Evangelist, exploring the role of ethical leadership, compliance culture, and accountability in modern organizations.
Book 101 Review, in its fifth season, features Amanda Landes—a psychologist and author of her debut book, I’m Almost Okay—as our guest, exploring mental health, personal insight, and the journey from professional practice to published author.



Book 101 Review