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The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Megan Soja about Scars of the Revolution Don't know about you, but America's 250th anniversary has me a bit obsessed with finding all the best Christian fiction focused on the War for Independence. Megan Soja's Scars of the Revolution will definitely make my reading list. Listen in to hear why. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. It's easy to forget just how torn this country was before it was even it's own country. Neighbors held opposing opinions (kind of like politics today, no?). But unlike today, falling for the...
2026-01-0333 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Kelli Galyean I'm a sucker for a Christmas play novel, and second chances? Listen in to see why I'm eager for Kelli Galyean's I Know the Feeling. #BecauseChristmas! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Don't we all know someone who doesn't know when to quit? The shock that comes the one time they could keep pushing... and don't? Yeah that! OY! I Know the Feeling by Kelli Galyean They say timing is everything. ER Nurse Maddie Reed is...
2025-12-0128 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Heidi Gray McGill about A Place to BelongThe only thing better than historical Christian fiction is possibly... historical Christian fiction at Christmas? One full of faith and possibility? Listen in as Heidi Gray McGill talk about her Discerning God's Best series and her new release, A Place to Belong. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Don't miss tomorrow's release Before We Belong--the PREQUEL to the whole series FREE from Heidi's WEBSITE. A Place to Belong by Heidi Gray McGill Some fresh starts begin in silence… ot...
2025-11-3028 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Joy Crain about The Cost of the Crown All authors put a bit of themselves in their books. They can't help it. But while chatting with author Joy Crain, I saw it in a whole new way. Her books in the Royals of Andelar series are her story--and not. But they are. Listen in to see what I mean and to hear her amazing life story. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. What happens when an author lives where internet is tightly regulated? We get creative. My usual recording program...
2025-11-2937 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Jessica Wakefield about It Shouldn't Be You Author Jessica Wakefield has pulled together a Christmas romance extravaganza. Calling it "Gilmore Girls meets Romeo and Juliet" (sans unintentional death pact), Wakefield offers a Christmas party like no other. Listen in to see what I mean. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Full of fun tropes, It Shouldn't Be You is exactly what the Christmaws doctor ordered. It Shouldn't Be You by Jessica Wakefield To revive his stalled career, jaded journalist Declan Collins is assigned to cover...
2025-11-2840 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Sarah Hanks about Every Voice Heard Nothing hurts more than family turning against you--unless it's God's family. Listen in as author Sarah Hanks and I talk about her Brave Authors anthologies, why she organized them, and more. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Large publishing houses have to be careful with what they offer the public. Taking risks is a fine way to ensure they go under. But many readers want the tougher stories, the grittier, "this hurts but we can do something about it" tales that go...
2025-11-2733 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Michael E. Cafferky about On the Brink In a world that says, "be silent about your faith," Michael E. Cafferky writes about one man who risks everything to be authentic and open about who he is in Christ. Listen in to learn more about Cafferky's inspiration and what's coming down the line. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Sometimes, life-altering moments show us just what is most important and changes our trajectory. But what if doing the right thing has further life-altering consequences? Had a blast talking...
2025-11-2641 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Marline Williams about Love the One You're With Marline Williams' love for Jesus and His people shine through her Jesus Revolution romances. Listen in while we learn what Marline has in store next for her characters... in LONDON! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Had a great conversation about London in the seventies, how the Jesus People changed how the church looked to those outside, about atheism and so much more. Love the One You're With by Marline Williams To thine own self be true. Yeah...
2025-11-2543 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Kay DiBianca about Knights in Manhattan Nothing pulls at my inner middle-grade than a good mystery, and Kay DiBianca provides that in spades! Listen in to learn what her young sleuths, Reen and Joanie, are up to next! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. After their success with the time capsule treasure, Reen and Joanie head off to "The Big Apple" for more adventures! Knights in Manhattan by Kay DiBianca WHO NEEDS ARMOR? TWO LITTLE KNIGHTS IN SNEAKERS TAKE ON THE BIG APPLE... A...
2025-11-2434 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Terrie Todd about Even if I Perish Not all historical fiction focuses on an actual person, but Terrie Todd found one amazing woman and her story set during WWII to bring to life through story. Listen in and learn why she wrote it and who this amazing woman was. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. WWII is full of incredible stories and has inspired some of fiction's greatest novels. Terrie Todd adds to her own collection of amazing WWII novels with the fictionalized story of one brave woman's determination...
2025-11-2336 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with D. T. Powell about Every Voice Heard There's so much pain in the world, and the church doesn't escape it. Whether "friendly fire" or abuse, people hurt, and the authors of Every Voice Heard decided to tackle it through story. Listen in as I chat with D. T. Powell about her story in the anthology. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Powell gives us her reasons and her heart behind her story of church hurt. Every Voice Heard by N. Y. Dunlap, D. T. Powell, and Sarah...
2025-11-2243 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with J. A. Webb about Interregnum Secret police, an enslaved populace, a suppressed faith. Listen in to see what you can expect in J. A. Webb's next thriller in the Seeker Series! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. I want to say that when you look at the world today and compare it to Webb's Seeker Series, you can see where things could lead to. But it's not just today. Compare it to the 1950s or the 1910s or... or... or... Interregnum by J...
2025-11-2134 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Tasha Hackett about Planning for Nickie Looking for a cozy holiday read, Tasha Tackett's got you covered. Listen in while we talk about her Holidays in Hadley Springs series. Don't know about you, but Planning for Nickie sounds delightful. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. EEEP! I had a blast chatting with Tasha about her Hadley Springs series. I'm thinking we need to urge her to go on to do more than just major holidays. What about National Donut Day or Beach Reads Day (that's a thing, right...
2025-11-1753 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Lori DeJong about Mistletoe and Malice After a pile of sweet romances, sometimes you need something with... teeth. You know? And what's better than a book with a bit of both? Listen in while Lori DeJong and I chat about Mistletoe and Malice! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. This was such a fun conversation. And chatting about the fun of hiding from would-be abductors, reluctant bodyguards, and all the fun? How could it not be??? Mistletoe and Malice by Lori DeJong After barely...
2025-11-1538 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Rachel Hauck about The Sands of Sea Blue Beach What's better than a second-chance romance? Maybe one wrapped in a beautiful women's fiction story? Listen as Rachel Hauck and I chat about her latest book, The Sands of Sea Blue Beach. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Loves writing about characters healing their wounds and coming to the knowledge of Truth. Psst... don't miss Meet Me at the Starlight Inn, too! Sands of Sea Blue Beach by Rachel Hauck Can anything rekindle the summer love...
2025-11-1442 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Jane Kirkpatrick about Across the Crying Sands Writing with passion for women of the past, Jane Kirkpatrick is back with Across the Crying Sands, book one of The Women of Cannon Beach. Listen in to learn about the woman who inspired this book. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Women can be crazy resilient--using seemingly odd things to overcome difficulties. Taking on a mail route for mental health? Well, if that's what she needs, I'm all for it! I love the way Jane Kirkpatrick shows how history's women refuse...
2025-11-1040 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Jenny Marcelene about The Dreamer Chapter books about sharing Jesus with the world? Yes, please! Listen in as Jenny Marcelene and I chat about her new series and the heart behind her stories. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. I keep thinking of this series as "Jumanji meets The Chosen Kids" but for new readers. How cool is that! Christmas is coming, and this would be a great stocking stuffer for a new reader in your life! The Dreamer by Jenny Marcelene
2025-11-0828 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with J. L. Burrows about Freefalling Sometimes, the dystopian worlds of good fiction feel all too familiar when it shouldn't. Listen in to see why I couldn't help but draw parallels between the worlds of J. L. Burrows' Freefalling and certain sections of the world today. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Not only did we talk about Burrows' dystopian world, we also discussed the education system today and how it is and isn't serving our children. Freefalling by J. L. Burrows Under the...
2025-11-0749 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Katie Powner about When the Road Comes Around Some authors know just how to tug at my heartstrings before I even open the book. Listen in to see why I'm eager to read Katie Powner's latest book, When the Road Comes Around. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. If you're looking for books with depth, tackling tough topics with gentleness and grace, look no further. Powner shares her heart for story in this interview. You don't want to miss her books. They're sure to soothe the soul and point you...
2025-11-0335 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Taylor S Newport about No Time to Die The one-year anniversary for book one of the Dauntless Defenders is TODAY! Listen in to my chat with Taylor S. Newport and learn all about the series and the latest in it, No Time to Die. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. The Dauntless Defenders series novels do not stand alone. Be sure to read the first book first. By the time we got done talking about these books, I was ready to forget the book I NEEDED to work...
2025-11-0129 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Sarah Loudin Thomas These Blue Mountains When I looked at the cover of These Blue Mountains by Sarah Loudin Thomas, I couldn't help but think of the cover from the early editions of Anne of Green Gables. Listen in to see what Sarah has to say about that. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. We talked about so much that I have a hard time remembering everything, but I loved hearing about how Sarah writes the stories that inspired previous books and her next one, too. ...
2025-10-3140 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Lara d'Entremont When Lara d'Entremont began describing her YA portal fantasy, The Painted Fairytale, I knew this would be right up my alley. Listen in and see how art becomes the portal to other worlds! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Portal fantasy is my favorite, so I was crazy excited to learn about this one--especially the art tie-in. I can't wait to dive in myself. We chatted about her characters, the world, and the faith that connects them. The...
2025-10-2746 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Patricia Bradley about On the Edge of Trust Oh, boy! Patricia Bradley is at it again! When you hear the lengths this author goes through to get things right, you can see why she's so beloved. Listen in for a chat about On the Edge of Trust! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Okay, so maybe Patricia didn't ask a ranger where a good place to hide a body is this time, but she sure did have a lot of fun research stories to tell. This Logan Point...
2025-10-2535 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Tracie Peterson about a Moment to Love A chat with Tracie Peterson is always a treat, and this was no exception. Listen in as we talk about A Moment to Love, the last in the Hope of Cheyenne series. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. I've been loving what Tracie is doing in this Cheyene series, but something about this book really hit home. I think the themes of revenge for heinous crimes and the indignity of our work being stolen are things we relate to whether it's the 19...
2025-10-2035 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Connilyn Cossette about Splendor of the Land From a master of Biblical Fiction, Connilyn Cossette is back with a new book set in the time of Saul and David. Listen in to learn more about The King's Men series. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. I loved chatting with Connilyn about this series. One thing that struck me was that the time period--I'd never thought about how things that happened in the Bible happened during historical "ages" like the Iron Age. Whoa. This series really gives new...
2025-10-1830 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Julie Klassen about A Sea View Christmas There's something extra special about historical romance at Christmastime, so chatting with Julie Klassen about A Sea View Christmas was guaranteed to be a fun time. Listen in to hear about Julie's latest novel. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Julie shared about research, the series, and how Christmas looked in Regency times. A Sea View Christmas by Julie Klassen The holiday stirs up excitement as fondly remembered guests come to stay and acquaintances grow into more. . . . With...
2025-10-1736 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Kate Angelo about Girl Lost Kate Angelo is one of the best "new" authors out there. I LOVE her suspense (and so did my mom!) But The King Legacy takes this to a new level. Listen in and see why I'm crazy excited for this series. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. The King Legacy deals with a guy who runs a gym where law enforcement officers workout in the same place as at-risk kids. Wouldn't a place like that be a game changer in cities all...
2025-10-1351 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Katie M. Reid about A Very Bavarian Summer Christmas is beautiful any time of year--whether it's in autumn to prepare you for the upcoming season, in winter while you're in active holiday mode, prolonging the joy into spring, or having fun with Christmas in July (when we often need the illusion of cool!) Listen in to see what's up in Bavarian Falls this summer! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. I had a blast learning about Katie's planning, choosing the place, the in-person research to get things just right--everything!
2025-10-1147 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with D. T. Powell about With Mercy's Eyes There aren't enough authors willing to tackle the difficult stories. There just aren't. Many (guilty here!) feel inadequate to the task, want to escape the tough stuff rather than confront it--so many reasons. Listen in as I chat with D. T. Powell about what made her write, With Mercy's Eyes. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Loved chatting with Powell about her heart for those who often find it hard to interact with Christians--whose choices make others uncomfortable. Powell shows love and...
2025-10-0635 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Ann Swindell about Love in the Castle Library Ann Swindell's world of Leathersby stole a piece of my heart and now... it's back to grab some more with another book in the series. EEEP! Listen in for what's happening in Love in the Castle Library and our discussion on how writing helps authors in their faith. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. I think my favorite part of our conversation is how we talked about how we meet Jesus in our writing of characters and understand Him better. ...
2025-10-0440 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Jennifer Willcock about Hymn of Life We've all met someone who challenged us--our hopes and dreams or maybe our determination to avoid such frivolous things. Jennifer Willcock's Hymn of Life shows how that plays out in the lives of two very different people... and the romance that unsettles everything. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. I loved chatting with Jennifer about how she came to writing, how she moved into fiction, and her heart for stories. Hymn of Life by Jennifer Willcock She's sworn...
2025-10-0329 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Shelley Shepard Gray about Unshaken It may seem weird, but my favorite way to read Amish fiction is with mystery or suspense added. I think I like the juxtaposition of the "simple, quiet" life and the upheaval. Listen in to my chat with Shelley Shepard Gray about her newest book, Unshaken. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. There are so many questions about the Amish, their ways of life, and their differences from us and from each other. We talked about the differences between people, sure, but...
2025-09-2944 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Heather Wood about Sowing Hope I absolutely judge books by their covers, and as one of the top covers I've seen all year, Sowing Hope doesn't disappoint. Listen in to learn how Heather Wood weaves parts of history many don't know much about into amazing stories! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. I love that Heather writes about skilled Irish artisans before the potato famine. She also shared about how she wrote to show how slavery was getting worse, how she deals with an actual...
2025-09-2733 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with JPC Allen about A Riddle in the Lonesome October Riddles? Hidden treasure? Secrets? Sounds like things are causing chills in Marlin County! Listen in to see what fearsome things Rae Riley will face in JPC Allen's latest mystery! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. I just love Allen's world in Marlin County, Ohio, and seeing her back with this new book is the highlight of my autumn. I mean, how much more Octobery can you get than a book with "Riddle" and "lonesome October" in it? Anne Shirley (if she'd been...
2025-09-2242 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Niki Florica about Heir of Light If you loved Jill Williamson's Blood of Kings series, you're in for a treat. Jill, working with Sunrise Publishing, has new authors publishing in her world, and I got to chat with one! Listen in to see why I'm really excited about Niki Florica's book in this series (and why I love her cover the best!). note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Niki and I had a great time chatting about fantasy, the world of the Blood of Kings, how she became...
2025-09-2036 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Ann H. Gabhart about The Pursuit of Elena Bradford I had a fascinating chat with Ann Gabhart recently. She's always full of wonderful stories about Kentucky, and this was no exception. Listen in to learn what about her story... is true! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Hearing about the hot springs and the girl who danced for one night made me wish I had a Tardis. Wouldn't you love to go back in time and follow her so you could find out what happened? The Pursuit of Elena...
2025-09-1931 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Elizabeth Goddard about Perilous Tides Lovers of romantic suspense know the name Elizabeth Goddard. How could they not? I had a chat about her most recent release, Perilous Tides, and boy does this one sound great! Listen in to learn more. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. In this book, we head up to Washington state and encounter bad weather, murder, an ex-Green Beret (are you ever ex special forces, though? Really?), and a whole lot of danger! Perilous Tides by Elizabeth Goddard ...
2025-09-1536 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Jennifer L. Wright about Last Light over Galveston With the 125-year anniversary of the Galveston flood this year, a book about the events surrounding it? Sounds great to me. Listen in to see why I think Jennifer L. Wright is a perfect choice to do it. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Loved this chat with Jennifer (always do!). It was great to catch up, see what she's been working on, and learn all about her research into the Galveston flood. Oh, and don't miss the book she recommended, Isaac's...
2025-09-1336 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with DiAnn Mills about Canyon of Deceit Don't know about you, but I LOVE a good suspense novel, and DiAnn Mills? She writes some of the best. Listen in to hear why I'm excited about Canyon of Deceit. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. DiAnn shared about how the park rangers are volunteers because it's so remote and DESERTY. I loved learning that I'm not alone. DiAnn also gets so immersed that she forgets the world around her as she writes. After listening to her...
2025-09-0851 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Amy R. Anguish about Rendersella Everyone loves a good Cinderella retelling, and I think Amy R. Anguish has a super cool one for us. Listen in and see why it's sure to be a new favorite! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. I just love the idea that instead of missing shoes and a mysterious dance partner, we're looking for who really painted a potentially prize-winning piece of art! EEEP! Rendersella by Amy R. Anguish Ella dreams of her artwork on display in...
2025-09-0641 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Jenelle Hovde about No Stone Unturned I don't know about you, but I always think of archaeology as being in the Victorian period, instead of Regency! So, it shouldn't be any wonder that I was thrilled to find out about Jenelle Hovde's recent release and see that world from a Regency perspective. Listen in to learn more. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. This book is more than a stunning cover and a story about an equally stunning mosaic. Overcoming pasts, trying to forge new futures--everything you can...
2025-09-0541 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Mary Pat Johns about Waitin' on Paige Romance is blooming in Valiant once again, and on this page of the tale, we have... Paige! Listen in while Mary Pat Johns and I chat about this second chance romance and learn all the fun details! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Waitin' on Paige by Mary Pat Johns Tavo Morales has returned to Valiant, Texas, to stir the embers of a relationship with the woman he has never stopped loving, but hidden reefs from his past threaten to...
2025-09-0134 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Roseanna M. White about The Collector of Burned Books One of my favorite things about Roseanna M. White's books is her attention to detail not just with historic facts but LOCATIONS. She does a fabulous job of ensuring that the faiths of her characters match their locales (she has a great blog post about this that you don't want to miss, too!). Speaking of research and faith, listen in to learn more what went into The Collector of Burned Books. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Of course, when you talk...
2025-08-3140 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Christine Hill Suntz about The Lawyer and the Laundress Debut novelist Christine Hill Suntz has come up with a fabulous marriage of convenience story in this Christian historical romance, The Lawyer and the Laundress. Listen in to learn about the author's unexpected connection to the surrounding historical events! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Christine and I chatted about how much she loves romance, about the three-day rebellion of 1837, and how there were TWO rebellions--an "upper" and a lower one." Furthermore, she shared about her next novel and how...
2025-08-2534 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Angela Carlisle about Shadowed Witness By the time I got done talking to Angela Carlisle about her books, I'd already downloaded the audiobook of Secondary Target. Listen in and see why. Spoiler alert: I listened to Shadowed Witness immediately following. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Suspense is a broad category, but sometimes suspense borders on thriller. Angela and I had a great chat about the world and the circumstances in which she's set her characters. Shadowed Witness by Angela Carlisle A haunting...
2025-08-2330 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Sara Brunsvold about The Atlas of Untold Stories I've been excited to chat with Sara Brunsvold about The Atlast of Untold Stories since the last time I talked with her. Listen in to hear about this epic literary road trip that brings three women together note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. From Willa Cather to Frank L. Baum and Harold Bell Wright (among others), three women climb into an AC-free SUV and learning more about these authors, their books, and each other than they might have expected. The...
2025-08-1842 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Dana Mentink about Fire Mountain Oh, my. Anytime I have a chat with Dana Mentink, I know I'm going to have a great time AND get obsessed with a new book. This one is no different. Listen in and see why Fire Mountain is at the top of my fall reading list! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Well, this book erupts with smashing opening! (Okay, cheesy description, but come on! Couldn't resist!) A woman long hauler? A volcano? A baby from out of nowhere...
2025-08-1625 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Amanda Cox about The Bitter End Birding Society If you asked me who my top three women's fiction author are, I'd definitely add Amanda Cox--probably at the top. Definitely at the top if I've read one of her books in the past month or so. Listen in and see why The Bitter End Birding Society could be my favorite... again (they're always my favorite). note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Bitter End, Tennessee--a nowhere place at the top of a mountain. Learn how she found out its history (not easy...
2025-08-1527 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with IyanuOluwa Olorode about Love's Beacon A Hosea and Gomer retelling... in Nigeria? Yes, please! Listen in and learn about IyanuOluwa's inspiration, love of words, and love of the Lord and his people in Love's Beacon. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. I had a lovely time chatting with IyanoOluwa about her The Way Home series and how she weaves faith, Nigerian culture, and Biblical inspiration into her contemporary romance stories. Love's Beacon by IyanuOluwa Olorode Goal/Wish List Mini Cooper that I didn't...
2025-08-1134 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Emma Donovan about The Victory PArty What happens when you take the Great War, train folks to be cryptographers and spies, and then send them home to live "normal lives" later? Listen in to what Emma Donovan shows in her book, The Victory Party. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. First up--cover. Can I just say it' STUNNING? I bought mine the minute we got off recording and... yeah. Still haven't read it but not for want of trying. Sooooooo looking forward to this one! The...
2025-08-0941 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Denise M Colby about A Slight Change of Plans When Proverbs says we plan our ways but God directs our steps, it isn't kidding. Just ask Jenny and Ren! Listen in to see what's happening in Washton in the Best Laid Plans book #2 note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. I'm loving what Denise is doing with this series. I love that she's not only writing about a community of characters who will encourage you in your faith but also writing about people you can relate to--who have their own growing to...
2025-08-0430 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Cheryl Grey Bostrom about What the River Keeps If you love beautiful, nature-filled stories that dig deep into the heart of lives so real you are certain you're invading someone's privacy, Cheryl Grey Bostrom may be the perfect author for you. Listen in and learn why. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Talking with Cheryl Grey Bostrom a few weeks ago changed my upcoming book plans. Because guys, I NEED her books. Her deep love of nature and life in her corner of the world shows in every word she...
2025-08-0249 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Sarah Hanks about Whatever It Takes Split-time fiction focusing on contemporary issues and complementing them with historical ones? YEAH. Because while no one has ever had the temptation of screens at every moment of the day, the principle of that temptation is timeless. Listen in to see why I think this series is brilliant. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. **Each book in the Sister in Arms Collection can be read as a standalone. The collection can be read in any order.** Whatever It Takes by...
2025-07-3039 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Emily Hanlon Love a good mystery? Me too. That's why finding out that Emily Hanlon has a super cool series with two opposites as sleuths made me nearly dance (it would've been loud on the recording!). Listen in to find out my favorite elements we discussed (book 1 is here and I'm eager to dig in! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Books 1 and 2 are available and let's all read and review so we get a dozen more, because this just sounds so awesome!
2025-07-2646 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Avellina Balestri about Gone for a Soldier WHEW! Guys, I had the BEST conversation with Avellina Balestri--nearly FOUR hours of chatting. And somehow I cut it down to less than an hour (okay, we didn't record the first hour). But... WHOA. This woman's historical knowledge is phenomenal. Listen in to see why I can't WAIT to read this book! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Seriously, there is WAY too much for me to try to put into shown notes. Zip me a message or an email if you...
2025-07-2148 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Nancy Naigle about To Light the Way Forward I fell in love with Nancy's writing with The Shell Collector. Imagine my joy when I discovered she has a SEQUEL! Eeep! Listen in and discover which characters you'll find in To Light the Way Forward and what's coming next for one of America's favorite authors! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. It's been three years since Nancy and I had a chance to talk, and in that time, she's been BUSY. So in addition to falling in love with her character...
2025-07-1943 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Cate Touryan about Turning Toward Eden When I read the first chapter of Turning Toward Eden, I laughed so hard and enjoyed it so much that I immediately flipped back to the beginning and read it again. Listen in to see why. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Cate Touryan has written a brilliant book that takes place in the early seventies on California's central coast. Amid family drama and the threat of local "commies," Eden is trying to figure out who she is and what life is...
2025-07-1445 min
Embrace This Thought-Provoking Full Audiobook And Feel The Difference.Under the Hibiscus by Chautona HavigPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/262243to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Under the Hibiscus
Series: Suamalie Islands, Book 0.5
Author: Chautona Havig
Narrator: Christa DelSorbo
Format: mp3
Length: 4 hrs and 44 mins
Release date: 07-14-25
Ratings: 5.0 out of 5 stars, 1 rating
Genres: Christian Fiction
Publisher's Summary:
After a lifetime of being her father's right-hand girl, Ezra gets a small taste of freedom during her friend's honeymoon visit to the Suamalie islands and decides enough is enough. All she needs is to find a replacement secretary, teacher, project manager, accountant... et cetera. In fact, what her father needs is a wife. Scott Keil...
2025-07-144h 44Unlock Audiobooks In Minutes — Thoughtful And Focused.Under the Hibiscus - Audiobook by Chautona HavigPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/262243 to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Under the Hibiscus
Series: Suamalie Islands, Book 0.5
Author: Chautona Havig
Narrator: Christa DelSorbo
Format: mp3
Length: 4 hrs and 44 mins
Release date: 07-14-25
Ratings: 5.0 out of 5 stars, 1 rating
Genres: Christian Fiction
Publisher's Summary:
After a lifetime of being her father's right-hand girl, Ezra gets a small taste of freedom during her friend's honeymoon visit to the Suamalie islands and decides enough is enough. All she needs is to find a replacement secretary, teacher, project manager, accountant... et cetera...
2025-07-144h 44
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Rachel Chamberlayne about My Grumpy Editor Debut novelist, Rachel Chamberlayne, has an office romance (sort of) that'll keep readers smiling. Listen in and see why I got the hint of a While You Were Sleeping vibe. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Chatting with Rachel was a blast--from story ideas to what's next, we got it all. Don't know about you, but I'm sold! Psst... I'm halfway through with the book and loving it. My Grumpy Editor by Rachel Chamberlayne ...
2025-07-1229 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Michelle Griep about Of Silver and Secrets If archaeology and second chance romance in 19th-century England are your jam (and if not, shouldn't they be?), you won't want to miss Michelle Griep's Of Silver and Secrets. Listen in to learn about the new archaeological site, the new university, and a new couple working together despite themselves... note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Chatting about different sites in England, the different sorts of Roman artifacts, and even learning about the ongoing dig of Vindolanda made me suddenly want to hop...
2025-07-0735 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Rosey Lee about A Gardin Wedding I was excited to see that Rosey Lee brought back more of the Gardins, and that she decided to take a difficult character and make her sympathetic--even likeable. Listen in as we discuss Martha Gardin and see what else is happening in Edin. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. I love it when authors take those annoying characters and give us reasons to give them a second chance. Martha Gardin can be a bit much. Okay, a LOT bit much, but seeing...
2025-07-0539 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Yvonne Morgan about Mary the Missionary: a Kenya Adventure I love it when authors take their adventures and passions and turn them into excellent stories for children that both show those passions AND entertain. Listen in to see how Yvonne M. Morgan did that with her Mary the Missionary story. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. I loved hearing about Yvonne's mission adventures and how she used them to tell her stories. I'm eager to read the book and to discover all the new adventures her characters might have!
2025-06-3033 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Liz Johnson about Sometimes You StayWhat happens when an author sets another book at the location of a few of your personal favorites? Squeals? Yep. Pumped fists? Absolutely. Impatience to get your grubby paws on it? Oh, yeah. Listen in to see why this book is making a big splash. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. There's something about how some authors can make you love what you generally wouldn't choose. Liz Johnson definitely fills that role for me. All the swoony romance I usually avoid... if...
2025-06-2853 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Shannon Sue Dunlap about Hearts Aweigh If you've been waiting for the sequel to Love Overboard... It's HERE! And no... you don't want to miss it. Clara and the shippers are back, and the stakes are even higher. Listen in and hear all the fun stuff about this book (and how to help us beg for another one!) note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Okay, so talking about characters? CHECK. About research and fun? CHECK, CHECK. Learning about book three... RECORD SCRATCH ...
2025-06-2335 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Jordan Millsaps about Mallory Bradford Is Not Having a Breakdown Queen of the alliterative series titles, Jordan Millsaps has a new one for us--Marriage on My Mind! Listen in as we chat about Mallory Bradford and her non-existent breakdown (or so she claims). See why I opened it up on Kindle the moment we got out of the interview and read as I cooked dinner. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Move over "Boyfriend in the Bargain" series, "Marriage on My Mind" is here, and we're kicking off with a woman who...
2025-06-2136 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Laura Thomas about The Final Word Love suspense that keeps you convinced that nothing will ever go right again? Love characters you fall in love with on the first page? Love wondering how these guys are going to get out of the terrifying situations authors put them in? Well, you've not seen anything until you've read a Laura Thomas book. Listen in for a glimpse of what you'll find in her newest release, The Final Word. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. When it comes to research, Laura...
2025-06-1638 min
Dive Into This Immersive Full Audiobook And Feel The Difference.Confessions of a De-cluttering Junkie by Chautona HavigPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/78280to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Confessions of a De-cluttering Junkie
Series: The Rockland Chronicles
Author: Chautona Havig
Narrator: Christa DelSorbo
Format: mp3
Length: 12 hrs and 19 mins
Release date: 06-16-25
Ratings: 5 out of 5 stars, 2 ratings
Genres: Genre Fiction
Publisher's Summary:
My name is Kaye and I'm a de-cluttering junkie. It's been three minutes since I tossed something. Kaye has had it–utterly fed up with the constant junk that clutters her life. So, armed with a stack of books that each guarantee to teach her the secret to living a clutter-free life, Kaye embarks on...
2025-06-1612h 19
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Margaret Philbrick about House of Honor Oh, wow. When I read the synopsis for House of Honor by Margaret Ann Philbrick, I knew this was going to be a fabulous book. Forget all the endorsements and starred reviews, listen in to hear just how awesome this book is! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. When Margaret described the story within House of Honor, I not only learned a lot of art history, but I got a taste of Italy (sadly, without pasta and gelato... sniff). I can't wait...
2025-06-141h 03
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Kristen Hogrefe Parnell about Watch Your Back I don't know about you, but a book focused on Tampa's mafia? Sign me up! Listen in as I chat with Kristen Hogrefe Parnell and discover a side of Tampa I've never heard about! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Suspense... romance... organized crime... and a COAST GUARD VETERAN? Well, come on! Kristen gives us insight into this book and what is coming up next! Watch Your Back by Kristen Hogrefe Parnell You can't watch your...
2025-06-0932 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Suzanne Woods Fisher about Capture the Moment Chatting with Suzanne Woods Fisher is always a pleasure, and this interview was delightful as well. Learning all about her new series got me excited to read her latest release, Capture the Moment. Listen in and see what's up with her national parks series! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Photography is something we don't see enough of in Christian fiction. Maybe I've just missed all the books, but I can only name a small handful with that as a key component...
2025-06-0732 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Rachel Keith about the Squad Rising Nothing says excitement like a middle-grade fantasy, and well, Rachel Keith's Squad Rising sounds perfect to me. Listen in and see why I'm excited about this new series. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Rachel and I had a blast talking about the origin of this series, the videos she's made for YouTube (don't miss the Hershey's Kisses video!!!), and her little Calico Critters decked out to look like her characters. The Squad: Rising by Rachel Keith Peacekeeping...
2025-06-0337 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Lynn U. Watson about Frayed Promises If you love historical fiction and want books set in places other than North America or England, Lynn U. Watson has a series for you. Listen in to see what you'll find in Frayed Promises. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Set in the late 19th century, Frayed Promises is full of family drama and life lessons we could all use a reminder on. Frayed Promises by Lynn U. Watson Sequel to The BookFest® Award Winner, Tangled Promises W...
2025-05-3131 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Megan Soja about the Harbor of Spies Series I love American history, and finding tidbits of unknown or misunderstood/inaccurate ideas are some of my favorite ones to discover. Put it all in a boo about spies during the War for Independence? SOLD! Listen in to see what you'll find in Megan Soja's Secrets of the Revolution. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. In this episode we had a great conversation about what other realities of life were like during the colonial era and what really happened during the Boston...
2025-05-2637 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Crystal Caudill about Written in Secret Crystal Caudill is one of my favorite historical fiction authors, but when I found out that Written in Secret kicks off a new series that TIES INTO THE OLD ONE??? Totally jazzed. Listen in to find out about the goat. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. From a three-legged goat to someone killing off people and making an author look suspicious, what more can you expect??? Add in a heroine who not only writes as a man BUT... is determined...
2025-05-2438 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Heidi Gray McGill about Written on my Heart I've heard a lot of "whys" from different authors--why they started writing, wanted to write, began when they did. All the whys. Listen in and learn why Heidi Gray McGill took her why for her career and reworked it into her new writing career (and why I think she was so successful!). note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. When I found out Heidi's series, Discerning God's Best, allows readers to watch characters grow up and learn to navigate life with (and without--not...
2025-05-1948 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Amanda Cabot about Echoes of Sunrise One of the best romantic tropes out there is "marriage of convenience," but when you add strange dreams of a twin sister you don't actually have and a man trying to take away your stepson, it's hard to convince yourself that this could actually work. Listen in to learn about another problem this couple has to overcome in Amanda Cabot's latest release, Echoes of Sunrise. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. We're headed to Carr Valley and the wonderful characters in some...
2025-05-1735 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with J. A. Webb about The Seekers Series Christian dystopian thrillers are too few and far between, but author J. A. Webb has a great one for us. Listen in while we chat about his Seekers Series and the second book, Inheritance. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Mix a corrupt secret society along with a priest on the run, and you've got a great mix. This series promises to be full of amazing twists and turns. Inheritance by J. A. Webb A Dystopian Thriller of...
2025-05-1230 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Janelle Leonard about Northargyle Abbie Austen retellings are always a lot of fun, but make it happen in a contemporary setting and toss in some royalty, and you've got something unique. Listen in to see why I'm almost giddy over this new series (and the cover!) note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Talking with Janelle was such a delight. Adding to that learning how she went from working with the publisher to writing part of the series and then taking on the whole thing, well... All I...
2025-05-1047 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Donna Wichelman about the Singing Silver Mines Series The series title, "Singing Silver Mine," was enough to not only grab but hold my attention. But... you'll have to listen in to learn what else Donna Wichelman has written that has me crazy excited! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Inspired by the Georgetown Loop, The Singing Silver Mine series takes us to Colorado where a new national mining law put in place in 1872 prompted the mine disaster Donna put in this first book in the series! A Song...
2025-05-0530 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Dell Vans about The Harrowing Adventures of New Eden Have you ever wanted to visit Eden? Listen in as I chat with author Dell Vans about her YA fantasy series where siblings Josh and Judy find a portal... to Eden. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Portal fantasy is a particular favorite of mine, and going to Eden? Sign me up and gimme a few hours to read it, and... bliss. Right? Add to that all the best of fantastical and mythical characters from folklore the world over, and yeah. WOOT!
2025-05-0334 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Bethany Klassen about Tomorrow's Promise When Sins of the Past came out, author Bethany Klassen intended it to be a stand-alone. Listen in to learn how a sequel came about and why I'm so excited about it and her next release! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Our hero from Sins of the Past returns in Tomorrow's Promise, and with him comes other familiar characters and new ones as well. Bethany shares her joy in research (and how it can take over) as well as the excitement...
2025-04-2831 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Demi Griffin about The Illumination Chronicles Biblical fiction author turned fantasy with an eleven-book series? Sign me up, please! Listen in to learn more about this Biblical allegory fantasy with a tie to "the first shall be last and the last shall be first." note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Releasing one book a month in 2025, The Illumination Chronicles combines seven epic novels with four novellas in this can't-put-it-down series. EEEP! From before the fall, through the garden, the war in heaven, and even through the...
2025-04-2636 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Hope Toler Dougherty about Forever Free A few years ago I read a book about a woman who visited Ireland and the ensuing story. Well, last month I chatted with her about her Forever Series and especially, Forever Free. Listen in and see why I am excited to check out this series (especially #4!) note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. I loved Hope's author history--from the book that people thought was about someone a lot like her to the opposite, to yet another opposite, and back to familiar territory...
2025-04-2134 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Becca Wierwille about Road Trip Redemption Nothing says "sign me up now" than a new book from Becca Wierwille. I had the pleasure of reading an early copy of Road Trip Redemption, and boy was I thrilled. Listen in to see why. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Full of wonderful lessons that appear naturally within the story rather than feeling placed there for maximum impact (read: SERMON), Road Trip Redemption ends the fabulous Road Trip Series with a bang--and an epic road trip. I love...
2025-04-1944 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Chawna Schroeder about Illuminary If you love the children's classic, A Little Princess and story of Joseph from the Bible, imagine them set in a fantasy world filled with artists. Listen in while we talk about art academies and princes who don't want to be king! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Author of books like The Vault between Spaces and Beast, Chawna Schroeder does it again with a wonderful world of art and honor--and the things in between. Don't forget to check out...
2025-04-1438 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Jeremiah Friedli about The Core Series Seth has three weeks to save his sister. Just hack into the government and voila. All saved. No biggie. Ahem. Listen in and see what his sister's fate is if Seth fails! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. In a world with cameras everywhere, Jeremiah Friedli takes it to new levels in this sci-fi... well, he doesn't call it a thriller, but it sure feels like it might be one to me. If you liked Amanda G. Stevens' Haven Seekers series, I...
2025-04-1237 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Allie Slocum about Character Club Lil Sibs series Christian chapter books for early readers are hard to find. Listen in and learn why Allie Slocum added subtle lessons about parts of speech in hers! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Where were these books when I was homeschooling young elementary kids? The stories look like heaps of fun, and a lesson or two along that way? Yes, please! Joseph O'Tooley and the Escape of Herb the Verb by Allie Slocum Every kid struggles with humility from...
2025-04-0728 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Caitlin Miller about Our Yellow Tape Letters I love American homefront stories from WWII. Make them epistolary novels and, well, that makes them just about perfect. Listen in to learn more about Caitlin Miller's Our Yellow Tape Letters. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. When Caitlin Miller said she was inspired by Amy Lynn Green's Things We Didn't Say AND that Green endorsed the novel, well... I knew this book would be excellent! I've already started reading it, and so far it doesn't disappoint. Our...
2025-04-0542 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Jennifer Mistmorgan about These Long Shadows I'm so excited about the On Victory's Wings series by Jennifer Mistmorgan. We had a blast chatting and you won't want to miss out on the a mini brainstorming session we had. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. World War II had no end of amazing stories of heroism--in battle and on the home front. Sometimes it's a noble heart doing what might have been done at any time and in any situation but is made even more impressive by the difficult...
2025-03-3136 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Kelli Galyean about How Can It Be? When I read that Kelli Galyean's novel explores an unwanted abortion and the fallout that follows, I knew I had to read it. Listen in to discover the twist that cemented that decision. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Abortion is such a difficult topic to begin with, but when it's forced on you by parents looking out for their political ambitions... things get a whole new level of painful and complicated. Add to that the grief, the need for...
2025-03-2933 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Cheri Swalwell about The Redemption of Green Pines Cheri Swalwell has a fabulous series, the Redemption of Green Pines, is finally complete. Listen in to learn more about the entire series and specifically what you'll find in this award-winning conclusion. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. I love that Swalwell has brought the series "full circle" with this series. It's such a great way to wind it up. I also love the idea that we might get more from this world. EEEP. But what I love...
2025-03-2444 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Antony Barone Kolenc about Incarnate I love it when authors get ideas and go into new directions with their writing because of it. For Antony Kolenc, his middle-grade/YA medieval mysteries are followed by a supernatural thriller exploring what would happen if they managed to have Jesus' blood and cloned Him today. Listen in to learn about what Antony did with the chilling possibilities of trying to play God in this technologically advanced age. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. With AI taking over nearly everything (tried...
2025-03-2237 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Hannah Currie about Hold Her Close I don't know about you, but I love a good fairy tale... throw in a few twists and turns and an unlikely romantic lead, and you've got me hooked. Listen in and see why I'm eager to read the whole Crown of Promise series and especially, Hold Her Close. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Expectations, disappointments, out of character behavior, threats to the kingdom. What doesn't Hold Her Close have in store for us? Hanna Currie has a fabulous...
2025-03-1736 min
The Christian Romance PodcastInterview with Chautona Havig: Tropes, Faith-filled Fiction, and Slow Burn RomanceIn this episode, Kelly sits down with USA Today Bestselling author Chautona Havig, a prolific storyteller with over 130 books to her name. They dive into Chautona’s journey into writing, from the childhood books that shaped her love for stories to the beautiful chaos of motherhood that sparked her creativity.
Chautona shares insights into her diverse book series, including Random Acts of Shyness and Not a Word, where she tackles real-life struggles within Christian romance. Together, they explore the nuances of slow-burn romance, the challenge of writing in first person, and the joy of crafting stories that ul...
2025-02-2053 min
Chill out Offering of Full Audiobooks in Self Development, Health & WellnessRansomed Grete - Chautona HavigListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://epod.spaceTitle: Ransomed GreteAuthor: Chautona HavigNarrator: Christa DelsorboFormat: UnabridgedLength: 3:51:30Language: EnglishRelease date: 08-31-2024Publisher: Findaway VoicesGenres: Religion & Spirituality, Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Religious Fiction, HistoricalSummary:October 1939—What happens when you run from danger… and into a trap?
After the Anschluss, Austria becomes a place its citizens don’t recognize—especially its Jewish citizens. Whispers ripple through Jewish communities—whispers about a chalet where a woman protects Jewish children from disco...
2024-08-313h 51
Behind the Story with Naomi and LisaEpisode 7 Behind the Story with Chautona Havig, prolific author of more than eighty booksOur Special guest is prolific author and insatiable Reader, Chautona Havig. With hundreds of books in progress and over eighty published, Chautona writes about fictional people who have real problems, weaknesses, and triumphs. Through their stories, she attempts to share the Hope that is within her. In other words, she offers Christian fiction without pretense or apology–lived, not preached. She uses story to connect YOU with the Master Storyteller.
Get a free download from her website https://chautona.com
Download a free novella from the hosts: https://naomicraig.com and https://lisareneeauthor.com Subscribe to get...
2021-07-0735 min
The Along Came A Writer ShowChat Noir Mystery & Suspense, Christian Fiction Author Chautona HavigChautona Havig lives in an oxymoron, escapes into imaginary worlds that look startlingly similar to ours and writes the stories that emerge. An irrepressible optimist, Chautona sees everything through a kaleidoscope of It’s a Wonderful Life sprinkled with fairy tales. Find her at chautona.com and say howdy—if you can remember how to spell her name.
2020-09-0231 min
Christian Publishing ShowHow to Overcome Book Marketing & Money Challenges With Chautona HavigIt is possible to make a full-time living as a writer. One way to do so is to write one book that sells like crazy. Another way is to write a bunch of books. Our guest today makes a full-time living with her writing. She has written over 70 books. Whether offering a critique of […]You can listen to this episode How to Overcome Book Marketing & Money Challenges With Chautona Havig on Christian Publishing Show.Support the show
2020-06-0941 min
Get Your Favorite Full Audiobooks in Romance, Clean & WholesomeDeepest Roots of the Heart by Chautona HavigPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/224241 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Deepest Roots of the Heart Series: #1 of Legacy of the Vines Author: Chautona Havig Narrator: Thom Rivera Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 10 hours 51 minutes Release date: January 20, 2015 Genres: Clean & Wholesome Publisher's Summary: During WWII, Avelino Carrillo spent four harrowing years in the South Pacific with one thought driving his survival: to return to his beloved home in Napa Valley. The Carrillos have a history in the valley that stretches deep, like grapevine roots in the soil. For a century, they worked the vineyard at their family home, la Casa d...
2015-01-2003 min