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Joe Mahoney

Author • Publisher • Audio Producer • Podcast Host
Joe Mahoney worked for the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation for thirty-five years as a recording engineer, producer, and operational manager. He currently runs Donovan Street Press Inc., a boutique press based in Riverview, New Brunswick.

Joe is the author of the science fiction novel A Time and a Place, the broadcasting memoir Adventures in the Radio Trade, and the speculative short story collection Other Times and Places. His upcoming space opera novel, Captain's Away! Beausoleil, releases in November 2026. He has engineered and produced extensive science fiction programming for CBC Radio and served as a story editor on radio, television, and film projects—including Steve, The First, Steve, The Second, Canadia: 2056, and Susan Rodgers' feature film Still the Water.

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Featured Personal Essay

The Boss — Published at Reality Skimming

From Dutch baas to thirty-five years inside CBC management: Joe Mahoney reflects on workplace hierarchies, status anxiety, being managed by "nincompoops," and how corporate curveballs directly shaped the starship power dynamics in his upcoming novel, Captain's Away! Beausoleil.

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Book Catalog & Bibliography Donovan Street Press
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Forthcoming • Nov 1, 2026

Captain's Away! Beausoleil

Seventeen-year-old Marie-Josée Doucette is responsible for hundreds of lives and an entire starship—while lying in a coma. When her consciousness is transferred into the body of a battle-scarred, 40-year-old starship captain, she must step up before the grown-ups get them all killed.

Pre-Order & Catalog Info
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Memoir

Adventures in the Radio Trade

A witty backstage pass to three decades inside CBC Radio. Blends technical triumphs with encounters alongside Margaret Atwood, Stuart McLean, J. Michael Straczynski, and Joni Mitchell.

"A fascinating inside look at public broadcasting and sound engineering."
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Science Fiction Novel

A Time and a Place

An existential speculative romp across space, time, and alternate realities following Barnabus J. Wildebear as he attempts to save his nephew and navigate shifting timelines.

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Short Fiction Collection

Other Times and Places

Eight fantastic tales of wonder and whimsy featuring wizards, corporate overlords, ghosts, spacemen, and a highly philosophical platypus.

"A collection of remarkable breadth and charm." — Robert Runte, Foreword
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Podcasting, Broadcasting & Film

Re-Creative Podcast

Co-hosted alongside author Mark A. Rayner. Exploring the books, art, and films that inspire world-class creators.

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Donovan Street Press Substack

Home to the Robo Kun space opera serialization, publishing industry commentary, audio archives, and essays.

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CBC Engineering & Drama

Recording engineer and story editor for major national broadcasts including Steve, The First, Steve, The Second, and Canadia: 2056.

Interviews, Articles & Media Features
  • The Born Freelancer Talks with Joe Mahoney The Story Board (Feb 2024)
    An in-depth Q&A detailing the career transition from 35 years at the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation to founding Donovan Street Press Inc.
    Read Interview on The Story Board →
  • Adventures in Radio with Joe Mahoney TMU Alumni News (Feb 2024)
    Feature interview on broadcast history, recording sound effects, and advice for the next generation of audio creators.
    Read Feature at TMU Alumni News →
  • Is the World Broken? with CBC Veteran Joe Mahoney The Broken Ukulele Podcast (May 2022)
    Audio interview covering public broadcasting, writing speculative science fiction, and societal optimism.
    Listen to Episode →
  • Review: A Time and a Place (How I Was Tuckerized) Mark A. Rayner
    Author Mark A. Rayner reviews the audiobook edition of A Time and a Place and reflects on being featured as a character.
    Read Mark A. Rayner's Review →
  • Speculative Fiction Review: A Time and a Place Melanie Marttila
    An independent critical review of worldbuilding, alien species, and time travel mechanics in A Time and a Place.
    Read Melanie Marttila's Review →
Workshops, Masterclasses & Speaking

Joe Mahoney is available for instructional masterclasses, festival panels, and professional workshops in the following core disciplines:

1. Storytelling Writer's Workshop

An interactive, hands-on workshop designed for emerging and intermediate writers. Covers character architecture, narrative pacing, and practical finishing strategies for popular and speculative fiction.

Booking Enquiries: joemahoney@donovanstreetpress.com

2. Independent Publishing Primer

A pragmatic, end-to-end roadmap to self-publishing. Covers manuscript prep, editorial workflows, cover design, global print/ebook distribution, and realistic marketing strategy based on real-world press management.

Booking Enquiries: joemahoney@donovanstreetpress.com

3. Audiobook & Podcasting Masterclass

A practical guide to audio production drawing on 35 years of CBC engineering experience. Covers home studio acoustics, microphone selection, narration, editing, mastering, and ACX/Findaway quality control standards.

Booking Enquiries: joemahoney@donovanstreetpress.com

Get in Touch

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