The Essential Marketing Guide for Authors — Third Edition (Coming Soon) “This isn’t publishing theory from someone who’s never signed a book — it’s a hands-on, fill-in-the-blank workbook built from four decades of real mistakes, real successes, and real dollars spent, so you don’t have to learn the hard way too.” Photo: First and Second … Read more
Author and publisher Kathryn E. Darden was interviewed today by Influential Women after being selected for inclusion in the organization’s 2026 Directory. The half-hour conversation covered her career path, key influences, professional achievements, and personal background. This feature captures part of that interview. A longer version may follow as additional details become available. Kathryn E. … Read more
Christian Activities Publisher and veteran journalist Kathryn E. Darden has been selected for an interview and inclusion in the international Influential Women directory, recognized under the category of Publishing & Journalism. This follows her recent inclusion in the 2026 Who’s Who registry. Darden was interviewed on Aug. 4 for her spot on the directory. “When … Read more
The remarkable military engineering career and WWII history of Colonel William A. Darden are the focus of a major new regional profile in the July 2026 edition of Good News Magazine (Lebanon, TN). Written by journalist Jeriah Brumfield, the in-depth article, “Col. William A. Darden: The hidden cost of courage,” features accompanying photography by Ashleigh … Read more
~ A collection of poems for Father’s Day ~ Poems to Honor, Remember, and Celebrate Dad Father’s Day is a meaningful time to honor the fathers, grandfathers, and father figures who have shaped our lives through love, sacrifice, strength, and guidance. For many, it is also a day of reflection and remembrance for those whose … Read more
Kathryn E. Darden, a veteran Nashville-based publisher and member of New Day Baptist Church in Bellevue, has been officially selected for inclusion in the prestigious Marquis Who’s Who registry. This significant professional milestone was prominently featured recently in the Baptist and Reflector, the venerable news journal of the Tennessee Baptist Convention, under the headline “Kathryn … Read more
Update: This interview and Darden’s 50-year family legacy were recently featured in the Baptist and Reflector. Link at the end of the article. Success in the media industry is often a marathon, not a sprint. For Nashville native Kathryn E. Darden, that marathon has crossed the 40-year mark, earning her a prestigious seat in the … Read more
In the annals of Middle Tennessee history, certain milestones serve as markers for professional excellence and community service. One such record is found in the 14th Edition of Who’s Who in the South and Southwest (1975-1976), published during the American Bicentennial. Among the distinguished leaders recognized in that historic volume was Colonel William Allen Darden, … Read more
Kathryn E. Darden, the Nashville-based author, publisher, and historical researcher behind Christian Activities Publications, has been officially selected for inclusion in the prestigious Marquis Who’s Who. Following a formal selection process that began in January 2026, Darden received the official link to her biographical profile today. This inclusion is a significant professional honor, recognizing her … Read more
~ Colonel William A. Darden; Soldier, Hunter, Diplomat, Spy ~ For many years, the stories of my father, Bill Darden, existed as fragments—a tiger skin in the corner of a room, a soldier’s brief note on the back of a faded photograph, and the lingering silence of a family that began to fracture in the … Read more
