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I’m a Jordanian-American author and communications professional based in Washington, DC. I run my own digital media agency, Suburban Media Group, where I advise clients on the best digital media practices for their brand. I have over twenty years of experience working as a journalist, writer, and social media manager.

I’m a regular contributor to a number of publications inside and outside the United States. Her work has appeared in the Washington Post, Nature Magazine, Elle Magazine, The Post, Esquire magazine, and Aljazeera, among others.

I have appeared on several TV programs, including Larry King Live, PBS’s Foreign Exchange, Paula Zahn show, CBS’s Morning Show, Scarborough Country, BBC’s Up all night, among others.

I host the podcast, Read and Write with Natasha, where I chat with authors, publishers, and book marketers around the world.

I’m the author of the speculative literary novel They Called Me Wyatt. My short stories have appeared in Geometry, The Timerbline Review, The Markez Review, and Fjords. Here is a link to some of my published work. For media inquiries, speaking engagements, and other questions, send an Email to: [email protected]

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The Resilient Heart: A Cardiologist'S Journey Into Writing Thrillers &Raquo; X7Gjs1Vi5E4Rp8Fl4H5Ujn9Uy7P6
The Resilient Heart: A Cardiologist's Journey into Writing Thrillers

What does it take to reinvent your life in your 40s, face down hundreds of rejections, and still come out on top?In this episode, I speak with Dr. Christina LePort, a former cardiologist turned medica…

What does it take to…

What does it take to reinvent your life in your 40s, face down hundreds of rejections, and still come out on top?In this episode, I speak with Dr. Christina LePort, a former cardiologist turned medical thriller author, about her remarkable journey from the operating room to the written word.Born in Bologna, Italy, Christina once dreaded writing assignments. But everything changed in her mid-40s as she waited to start cardiology training.That’s when she discovered the magic of fiction. “I realized that if you’re an author, you create the world, you invent the characters you want to meet,�…

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The Happiness Rewrite: One Writer’s Mission To Make The World Smile &Raquo; 0Hpp0B2Ujb8Vcsqpwmngy7Ohpm6J
The Happiness Rewrite: One Writer’s Mission to Make the World Smile

What if it didn’t take a life-altering tragedy to change your life for the better?In this uplifting episode, I sit down with Scott White, also known as the “Life is Too Short Guy,” who’s on a …

What if it didn’t …

What if it didn’t take a life-altering tragedy to change your life for the better?In this uplifting episode, I sit down with Scott White, also known as the “Life is Too Short Guy,” who’s on a mission to make the world a happier place—one smile at a time.Scott breaks down the ten simple but powerful principles from his Amazon #1 bestselling book. These aren't vague motivational quotes—they're real, actionable tools you can use right now to shift your mindset and improve your life.From “Attitude is Everything” to “Live Today, Don’t Wait for Tomorrow,” Scott’s me…

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Torn Pages: A Mother’s Story Of Her Children'S Abduction To Saudi Arabia &Raquo; 9Ollgucqfy1Jrgp3Ros5Tp8Pfu7P
Torn Pages: A Mother’s Story of Her Children's Abduction To Saudi Arabia

When Patricia Bonis lost her children to international abduction, she was thrust into every parent’s worst nightmare—fourteen years of silence.In her memoir Jeddah Bride, Patricia recounts the uni…

When Patricia Bonis …

When Patricia Bonis lost her children to international abduction, she was thrust into every parent’s worst nightmare—fourteen years of silence.In her memoir Jeddah Bride, Patricia recounts the unimaginable journey from Florida courtrooms to the heart of Saudi Arabia, where a judge’s decision to allow unsupervised visitation led to more than a decade of separation.With raw honesty and emotional Clarity, Patricia exposes the human toll of international custody battles. Her story reveals the alarming gaps in protection for children and parents caught between conflicting legal systems. "Wit…

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The No-Show Book Reading That Went Viral &Raquo; Kwnd33Eti5O9B4Kfumemloc8Usm0
The No-Show Book Reading That Went Viral

When Karen De Bonis arrived at her library book reading to find zero attendees, she didn't crumble—she took a photo. That single photo of empty chairs would go viral on Twitter, reaching over a…

When Karen De Bonis …

When Karen De Bonis arrived at her library book reading to find zero attendees, she didn't crumble—she took a photo. That single photo of empty chairs would go viral on Twitter, reaching over a million views and revealing something profound about vulnerability in our success-obsessed world.Behind this viral moment lies a much deeper story. De Bonis spent seven years crafting her memoir "Growth: A Mother, Her Son, and the Brain Tumor They Survived," which chronicles not just her son's medical journey but her own battle with people-pleasing behaviors that delayed crucial medical int…

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The Old-School Secret To Selling Books With Jean Alfieri &Raquo; Q8O68Rv2U91Vkv5Wqjef0O03Ae43
The Old-School Secret to Selling Books With Jean Alfieri

What if the secret to publishing success isn't TikTok or Instagram but good old-fashioned hustle and real-world connections?In this episode, I chat with Jean Alfieri, author of the beloved Zuggy …

What if the secret t…

What if the secret to publishing success isn't TikTok or Instagram but good old-fashioned hustle and real-world connections?In this episode, I chat with Jean Alfieri, author of the beloved Zuggy the Rescue Pug series and an advocate for shelter pets everywhere. Jean’s journey into authorship began with one determined rescue pug and has blossomed into an impressive 11-book series (and counting!).Jean's practical approach is a breath of fresh air, flipping conventional Wisdom on its head. While many authors chase algorithms and digital ads, Jean packs auditoriums at school visits, o…

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The Power Of Community For Writers With Hussein Al-Baiaty &Raquo; Lb5U8Kn6Osx9W1Q5M8T2F8145Gb9
The Power of Community for Writers with Hussein Al-Baiaty

In this episode, I sit down with the marketing strategist and author of The Art of Resilience: The Refugee State of Mind—Hussein Al-Baiaty, to explore the power of writing communities and the evolv…

In this episode, I s…

In this episode, I sit down with the marketing strategist and author of The Art of Resilience: The Refugee State of Mind—Hussein Al-Baiaty, to explore the power of writing communities and the evolving world of indie publishing.We discuss how building connections, honing communication, and embracing community can shape an author’s journey—whether you're considering traditional publishing, self-publishing, or growing your presence as a writer.What We Cover in This Episode:The impact of writing communities and why they matterThe shift from traditional publishing to self-publishing and…

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Executive Coach Antonia Bowring On Writing And Overcoming Adhd &Raquo; T5Lr2Bjhsl69Zu61M1S29Au3666K
Executive Coach Antonia Bowring on Writing and Overcoming ADHD

Renowned executive coach Antonia Bowring joins us to reveal how Coaching has evolved in the digital age, especially amidst the challenges brought on by COVID-19.  This shift has increased the accept…

Renowned executive c…

Renowned executive coach Antonia Bowring joins us to reveal how Coaching has evolved in the digital age, especially amidst the challenges brought on by COVID-19.  This shift has increased the acceptance and accessibility of Coaching across regions like Africa and the Middle East. Through her book "Coach Yourself: Increase Awareness, Change Behavior, and Thrive," Antonia empowers listeners to harness their own potential with the right mindset and resilience. We address skepticism in the Coaching industry, underscoring the importance of certifications like those from the International Coach…

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From Journal To A Book To A Healing Journey &Raquo; Mafcqw6Xcg1Hu4Jg1Lr0G6Knv7Ie
From Journal to a Book to a Healing Journey

What if the items gathering dust in your attic held the keys to unlocking your deepest healing? In this heartfelt conversation, I sit down with Ann Mracek, author of Unpacking the Attic: A Path to He…

What if the items ga…

What if the items gathering dust in your attic held the keys to unlocking your deepest healing? In this heartfelt conversation, I sit down with Ann Mracek, author of Unpacking the Attic: A Path to Healing Your Inner Child, to explore the transformative power of confronting childhood memories through seemingly mundane objects.Anne shares her personal journey of healing old wounds, where items like her grandfather's pipe became touchstones for reframing her past and releasing feelings of unworthiness.Through journaling, self-reflection, and forgiveness, Anne turned her own healing process …

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From Writing To Wealth With ​Ayodeji Awosika &Raquo; 2F9A8Vpxvbf2Kw5G877Rw150Mrip
From writing to wealth with ​Ayodeji Awosika

In this episode, we focus on actionable strategies for aspiring writers and solopreneurs to thrive in the creator Economy. Author and solopreneur  ​Ayodeji Awosika shares his insights on leveragin…

In this episode, we …

In this episode, we focus on actionable strategies for aspiring writers and solopreneurs to thrive in the creator Economy. Author and solopreneur  ​Ayodeji Awosika shares his insights on leveraging personal strengths, mastering marketing skills, and the significance of building an audience to achieve Financial Independence.We discussed the following:• Importance of aligning work with natural strengths • The myth of the starving artist and the necessity of marketing • Building a robust email list for direct audience engagement • Discussing the realities of the creator Economy and…

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Three Widows, One Book: Facing Life’s Big Changes &Raquo; Q67Jv1Wzrxjq2O0Lerwjlj8Q15J5 3
Three widows, one book: Facing life’s big changes

In this episode, three authors come together to share their journeys through widowhood, highlighting the strength found in friendship and community. Karen Smith Racicot, Karen Justice, and Rebecca La…

In this episode, thr…

In this episode, three authors come together to share their journeys through widowhood, highlighting the strength found in friendship and community. Karen Smith Racicot, Karen Justice, and Rebecca LaChance discuss their collaborative writing process in their book Widows Among Us, and the essential lessons learned about preparing for an unforeseen loss. Among the topics we discussed: • How unique bonding experiences led to a friendship• Writing a book from shared stories and experiences• Practical advice for navigating widowhood • The Publishing  journey and strategies for outreach…

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Beyond 9/11: Dr. Daisy Khan On Writing A Memoir, And Muslim Women'S Rights &Raquo; 48V8O69Kwvxigjmcho24Wl9Wuh6P
Beyond 9/11: Dr. Daisy Khan on writing a memoir, and Muslim women's rights

Join us for an engaging conversation with Dr. Daisy Khan, a pioneering advocate for Muslim women's rights.From her early days in architectural design to becoming a powerful voice for gender equal…

Join us for an engag…

Join us for an engaging conversation with Dr. Daisy Khan, a pioneering advocate for Muslim women's rights.From her early days in architectural design to becoming a powerful voice for gender equality, Dr. Khan shares her inspiring journey detailed in her memoir, Born with Wings. Her story unfolds against the backdrop of 9/11, driving her leadership in officiating marriages, tackling community issues, and challenging stereotypes about Islam.We discuss the persistent hurdles of Islamophobia, focusing on its impact on young Muslims in Education and their careers, and examine the resurgence o…

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From The Er To Author: Dr. Mcconkey On Gen Z'S Mental Health &Raquo; Ajoaiik43V86Jkx8R5Z5Hvso40E5
From the ER to author: Dr. McConkey on Gen Z's mental health

Join us for a conversation with Dr. Josh McConkey, best-selling author, emergency physician, and military leader. Hear how his dual roles have shaped his views on addressing Gen Z's Mental Health

Join us for a conver…

Join us for a conversation with Dr. Josh McConkey, best-selling author, emergency physician, and military leader. Hear how his dual roles have shaped his views on addressing Gen Z's Mental Health challenges, exacerbated by social media pressures. Dr. McConkey shares insights from his military and medical career on preparing Gen Z for success, emphasizing community involvement and volunteerism to foster resilient leaders. We also explore his transition from emergency medicine to authorship with his book Be The Weight Behind The Spear, tackling topics like children’s social media use, pa…

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