RRSMS – BEHIND THE SCENES
These interviews were conducted by Rock & Roll Saved My Soul's Head of Promotional Artwork and founder of the Authors Against Bullying Series, Bree Vanderland!
But I would like to introduce you to some of the people who have taken the time to make everything possible. Here I asked them a couple of questions about RRSMS and what it means to them and the answers are just absolutely touching! We have people from promotions, to social media, and even one of the owners who took the time to answer my questions, my own at the very end.
KATE MARIE ROBBINS (CREATOR)
– Name: Kate Marie Robbins
– What you do at RRSMS: Founder, blogger, web designer, editor, formatter, graphic designer (I do a lot)
Q: When someone mentions Rock & Roll Saved My Soul, what first comes to mind?
A: An amazing community of people
Q: When you created RRSMS, what did you think it would be like? Is it different than that or is it similar?
A: I wasn’t sure what to expect when I started it. I wasn’t sure where it would go or what it would amount to. What happened was far better than I ever could have imagined.
Q: What does RRSMS and its community mean to you personally?
A: RRSMS is my world, my heart, and my soul. It has become something exponentially epic. Words cannot describe the feeling I get from being a part of the community. It isn’t about me (as a founder), it’s about everyone that’s come together to help make it what it’s become. All of the supporters, authors, and volunteers have made it what it is. Without them, I wouldn’t be where I am today. RRSMS is where I need to be, it was what I was born to do.
Q: Have you written a piece for any of their anthologies? If so, which ones?
A: I have pieces in most of the anthologies. I try to put something into each one, even if it’s just the introduction to the anthology. As of right now, I have pieces in: Rock & Roll Saved My Soul Volume One and Two, Concert Experience, Fighting Chance, Random Acts of Kindness, one of the Authors Against Bullying anthologies (forthcoming) and the first volume of Rescue Me.
Q: What would you like to say to all the readers, volunteers, and other creators of RRSMS?
A: I would like to express my undying gratitude and appreciation for everything that everyone does. It’s been a long journey thus far and I couldn’t have gotten to where I am today without all of the people who have helped me.
GINA DIEROLF
– Name: Gina Dierolf
– Age: 22
– What you do at RRSMS: Volunteer, write for the anthologies, co-run the Tumblr site, and am on the street team
Q: When someone mentions Rock & Roll Saved My Soul, what first comes to mind?
A: A community of individuals who are working together to help other people in need while doing what they love.
Q: When you started to volunteer your time to RRSMS, what did you think it would be like? Is it different than that or is it similar?
A: When I first started volunteering I didn’t think that I would be this involved where I would be helping run social media sites, I was more in the background. But I enjoy how I get to help make RRSMS something big and that I get to continue to watch it grow.
Q: What does RRSMS and its community mean to you personally?
A: The community and RRSMS means a lot to me. We are all working towards one unified goal which is to spread what we do so that we can help as many charities and people as we can, it is for a good cause and the people in the community are wonderful and helpful!
Q: Have you written a piece for any of their anthologies? If so, which ones?
A: Yes, I have written for Concert experiences and one of the RRSMS volumes, I believe volume 2
Q: Would you recommend writing and donating time to help with the community? Why or why not?
A: Of course I would You don’t have to be a writer to be a part of RRSMS you can use it as a creative outlet to be able to express the impact that music has had on you. Also by volunteering for RRSMS you are allowing more people to be involved with a community that gets to help others while having fun and doing what they love!
SARAH ASHLEY KAIDER
– Name: Sarah Kaider
– Age: 20
– What you do at RRSMS: Volunteer, co-run the Instagram account as a Social Media Marketing Specialist, and am on the street team.
Q: When someone mentions Rock & Roll Saved My Soul, what first comes to mind?
A: A nonprofit group that puts anthologies together to benefit those in need, and donates proceeds to each respective charity.
Q: When you started to volunteer your time to RRSMS, what did you think it would be like? Is it different than that or is it similar?
A: When I first volunteered for RRSMS, I knew that I would be helping to make a difference. I didn’t know that it would be this much fun!
Q: What does RRSMS and its community mean to you personally?
A: The RRSMS community means making a difference, supporting each other, and having fun!
Q: Have you written a piece for any of their anthologies? If so, which ones?
A: I have not written a piece for an anthology yet, which is something I hope to correct through future anthologies. smile emoticon
Q: Would you recommend writing and donating time to help with the community? Why or why not?
A: I think everyone should give writing a piece a try. You don’t have to be a published author or aspiring writer to be involved in the RRSMS community. We believe in giving anyone with a story a chance to have a voice. And if writing isn’t your forte, getting involved with spreading the community is a wonderful accomplishment in itself. The RRSMS community is one I will treasure for a lifetime, because I know that we are working hard to make a difference in the world.
SID SCOTT LEE
– Name: Sid Lee
– Age: Twenty
– What you do at RRSMS: I am one of the volunteers who manage the Tumblr page, I work alongside Gina. I also share good news stories on their Facebook page when they come up.
Q: When someone mentions Rock & Roll Saved My Soul, what first comes to mind?
A: I think of a great community of people who are working together for great causes.
Q: When you started to volunteer your time to RRSMS, what did you think it would be like? Is it different than that or is it similar?
A: I wasn’t sure what I expected if I’m being honest. However, I was greeted with a very open and accepting group and exciting writing opportunities and a chance to do what I love; helping people.
Q: What does RRSMS and its community mean to you personally?
A: It means just that, community, we’re people from lots of different walks of life are all working together towards the same goals.
Q: Have you written a piece for any of their anthologies? If so, which ones?
A: I have written for a few, I am Loved and Dark Fantasia. I try my best to contribute as much as I can.
Q: Would you recommend writing and donating time to help with the community? Why or why not?
A: I would highly recommend writing something and donating time. We are an all inclusive and accepting group. It’s a highly rewarding experience.
HEATHER KIRCHHOFF
– Name: Heather Kirchhoff
– Author Page: https://m.facebook.com/Heather-Kirchhoff-376618135776063
– Age: Twenty
– What you do at RRSMS: I run the Twitter account, as well as promote the books and try to get as many submissions as I can. I also post inspirational posts on Authors Against Bullying’s page.
Q: When someone mentions Rock & Roll Saved My Soul, what first comes to mind?
A: An amazing group of hardworking people coming together that wants to try and help others out.
Q: When you started to volunteer your time to RRSMS, what did you think it would be like? Is it different than that or is it similar?
A: I didn’t really know what to expect. I just stepped in where I was needed without much thought.
Q: What does RRSMS and its community mean to you personally?
A: It means a lot to me. I want this publisher to be successful because of what we do. Every cent we make on the books goes to charity. To me that’s worth it.
Q: Have you written a piece for any of their anthologies? If so, which ones?
A: I’m in Rock & Roll Saved My Soul, Authors Against Bullying Volume Two, The Concert Experience, and Fighting Chance. I’m also going to be in Rescue Me Volume Two, Everyday Miracles, I Am Loved, and maybe Fighting Hunger.
Q: Would you recommend writing and donating time to help with the community? Why or why not?
A: Yes! All proceeds goes to different charities. I think that is a pretty good reason to submit a story or two.
RENEE JEAN
– Name: Renee Jean
– Age: 33
– What you do at RRSMS: I am the creator of partner series Rescue Me – Animal Anthology and do my best to help with events.
Q: When someone mentions Rock & Roll Saved My Soul, what first comes to mind?
A: For me it is the inspiration that the series has given me. Because Kate created this series I was able to have the vision and drive to create Rescue Me.
Q: When you started to volunteer your time to RRSMS, what did you think it would be like? Is it different than that or is it similar?
A: I am slightly different from most that volunteer because I don’t know how to do most of the things associated with social media marketing so I help as much as possible with events and work to promote by sharing when books are being released. Rescue Me is my biggest focus with RRSMS.
Q: What does RRSMS and its community mean to you personally?
A: It is made up of friends and people that feel the same way I do about giving back to the community. We may not live in the same places or have ever met in person but the members are family to me and we see the community as a global one. It is a world we want to share our talents with in order to improve what we see around us.
Q: Have you written a piece for any of their anthologies? If so, which ones?
A: I have been a part of a few. I had a story in the Concert edition, Random Acts of Kindness and the other partner series Authors Against Bullying
Q: Would you recommend writing and donating time to help with the community?
A: Why or why not? I am a huge advocate to giving back so for me it isn’t even a question I think everyone should be a part of a charity at some point and RRSMS is one of the best ways I have found to give back.
BRIANNA (BREE) VANDERLAND
RRSMS has helped so many charities and people. Partnered with Rescue Me and Authors Against Bullying, they stand up for what they believe in and they fight for what’s right. They hold on to their beliefs and promote music, kindness, and safety. It’s place people can talk freely about things that are bothering them and seek help. Though they’re not professionals on helping people, they give amazing advice and only want the best for those who are fans.
Rock & Roll Saved My Soul is a place that is worth so much more than just books.
– Name: Brianna Vanderland
– Age: Twenty-Three
– What you do at RRSMS: I am the creator of Authors Against Bullying and I help make promotional banners for anything the team may need. I also help with promotions when I can.
Q: When someone mentions Rock & Roll Saved My Soul, what first comes to mind?
A: When someone mentions RRSMS to me, the first thing that comes to mind is a group of my favorite people, all working towards one goal. These people are like another family to me.
Q: When you started to volunteer your time to RRSMS, what did you think it would be like? Is it different than that or is it similar?
A: At first, I didn’t know what to expect. I hadn’t been a part of something like that before, but I thought it would be an amazing cause and a new experience.
Q: What does RRSMS and its community mean to you personally?
A: Personally, RRSMS means so much to me. The posts on the page makes me smile and l look forward to them every day. They brighten my day, but it’s more than that. Each cause is so dear and close to my heart.
Q: Have you written a piece for any of their anthologies? If so, which ones?
A: To show my support, I have written pieces in many of their anthologies, all of the Authors Against Bullying anthologies, and I’ve sent in a piece or two for the Rescue Me anthologies.
Q: Would you recommend writing and donating time to help with the community? Why or why not?
A: I would highly recommend it. Everything here is for a good cause, one that means so much to each of its members. Without anyone’s help in this endeavor, none of this would be possible. As the creator of Authors Against Bullying, I thank you all for your help with this mission that we hold so dear.
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