Month: August 2025

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Dive into thoughts on writing, life, and the creative process.

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ZOOMERTIMES TV PRESENTS: Rose Mary Stiffin, PhD 12/2020

I recently spoke to Zoomertimes TV about Walk in Bethel. https://youtu.be/iDfJT2QQEZs
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Dr. Stiffin Interviewed About COVID-19 in Florida Courier Focus

Dr. Stiffin was featured in a recent news article on COVID-19.Dr. Rose Stiffin, Associate Professor and Chair of Health and Natural Sciences at Florida Memorial University in Mi- ami, says she knows Blacks have con- cerns about the COVID vaccines. “Blacks are hesitant about tak- ing the vaccine, because historically ...
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ZOOMERTIMES TV PRESENTS: Five Stethoscopes 6 Secrets

ZOOMERTIMES TV PRESENTS: Five Stethoscopes 6 Secrets Five Stethoscopes 6 Secrets moves at a rapid pace, the students sharing their lives and ambitions, while waiting to graduate. We do learn the secrets but the major one held by Dr. Hoslin is the best, which will put a smile on the ...
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Readerhouse Roundtable

ReaderHouse Author Roundtable features authors from all walks of life and Dr. Stiffin recently discussed her new book Five Stethoscopes 6 Secrets.
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Historical Family Sagas

Historical Family Sagas: Portraying Cultural and Societal Changes Over Time Throughout history, families have played a significant role in helping us comprehend societies, cultures, and even nations. The intricate dynamics of family bonds and the passage of time have captivated the minds of individuals across generations. The profound impact of ...
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Exploring the Psychological Depth of Characters in Literary Fiction: An Analysis of Motivations, Conflicts, and Transformations

Characters play a pivotal role in driving the plot of any story, serving as its beating heart and guiding readers through the twists and turns of the storyline. The characters breathe life into the tale, infusing it with humanity and relatability. This is precisely where the expertise of acclaimed author ...
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Enhancing Suspense in Fiction

Exploring the Role of Setting in Enhancing Suspense in Fiction Why do people love suspense thriller books so much? The heart-pounding twists, psychological mind games and interesting characters make thriller suspense books stand out in the literary world. Not just that, the interplay between characters, setting, and atmosphere adds another layer that will immerse ...
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Indianola Native’s Novel Awarded

Rose Mary Stiffin Ph.D., earned honorable  mention in the Amsterdam Book Festival for her first novel “Walk in Bethel.” Stiffin, an Indianola native who now lives in Miami Gardens, Fla., traveled to Paris, France, recently to accept the award in the general fiction category. Stiffin said in a statement she ...
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When a Crime is not a Crime

Belinda knew that taking the babies was wrong. She knew it. But she was frightened. After all, hadn’t the little girl — she called herself Sasha, with the most adorable three-year old lisp –said that the baby was sheep, and Belinda knew that she meant asleep. The baby was asleep. ...
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A Recipe for Success in Educating STEM Leaders

A Recipe For Success in Educating STEM Leaders Several years ago, I was fortunate enough to attend a local science conference. Because it was free, I took my upper level chemistry class. There were only three, so this was not an issue of space, reservations, or anything. When we arrived, ...
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