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A Spot of StoryA Spot of Story Episode 12 | Echoes of History: The Origins of a Reverse Aladdin (Part 1)In this Echoes of History episode, I uncover the real events and cultural threads that inspired my prequel novella, Undercover Wish. While many of us know the musical versions of Aladdin, the original public domain story—and the complicated history surrounding it—provided a unique backdrop for Ali Di Stasio’s origin story.Join me as we step back to 1892 Chicago, explore the height of stunt journalism, and look at the “underbelly” of the White City’s construction. This is part one of a two-part series on how fact, fiction, and a little bit of magic lamp inspiration...
2026-02-2108 min
A Spot of StoryEpisode 11 | Behind the Book: Irish Rose Orphans' Christmas by Susan G. Mathis Get full access to The Fireside Wire at danielleswritingspot.substack.com/subscribe
2026-02-0712 min
A Spot of StoryEpisode 10 | Echoes of History: Girl Stunt Reporters Get full access to The Fireside Wire at danielleswritingspot.substack.com/subscribe
2026-01-1708 min
A Spot of StoryEpisode 9 | Echoes through History: The Real History Behind His Boss’s Little SisterEvery story begins with truth.In this Echoes through History episode, I uncover the real events that inspired my novella His Boss’s Little Sister. Set in 1931 Wisconsin, the book grew out of research into Depression-era economics, dairy politics, and the unexpected crime of margarine smuggling. These fragments of real history shaped the world, tone, and tension that bring the story to life.Join me as we look at how fact becomes fiction—and how a little butter war helped build a fairytale.✨ Read the show notes and join my Firesi...
2025-11-1510 min
The Romantic Side of SuspenseNovember 2025 Quick Takes in Christian Romantic Suspense (Episode 154)During this episode of “The Romantic Side of Suspense” podcast, you’ll hear from six authors about their romantic suspense books available this month. Here’s the list of authors and books for November 2025, with the book’s release date if not available now. Camy Tang/The Lone Rice Ball Danielle Grandinetti/His Boss’s Little Sister (11/18) Kerry Johnson/Abducted in the Woods (11/25) Patricia Bradley/On the Edge of Trust (11/4) Hannah Linder/The Red Cottage Darlene L. Turner/Trail of Mountain Secrets (11/25)
2025-11-0539 minThe Romantic Side of SuspenseNovember 2025 Quick Takes in Christian Romantic Suspense (Episode 154)During this episode of “The Romantic Side of Suspense” podcast, you’ll hear from six authors about their romantic suspense books available this month. Here’s the list of authors and books for November 2025, with the book’s release date if not available now. Camy Tang/The Lone Rice Ball Danielle Grandinetti/His Boss’s Little Sister (11/18) Kerry Johnson/Abducted […]
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2025-11-0539 min
A Spot of StoryEpisode 8 | Behind the Book: A Heart to Treasure with Dienece DarlingIn this Behind the Book episode, I’m joined by author Dienece Darling to talk about her Broader Regency novella, A Heart to Treasure.The vicar’s son and the draper’s daughter have fought against all odds to be together—but when a storm of pride and doubt threatens their love, they must rediscover what it means to trust God and each other.We explore Dienece’s inspiration for writing beyond the ballroom, crafting stories of faith and honesty, and imagining the world of Jane Austen’s youth—England at the cusp of change, whe...
2025-11-0117 min
A Spot of StoryEpisode 7 | Echoes through History: Why I Write 1930s Historical RomanceWhy the 1930s? This decade sits at the heart of my stories — a time of courage, resilience, and quiet hope. In this Echoes through History episode, I share what draws me to write 1930s historical romance: the tension between hardship and faith, prejudice and belonging, mystery and redemption.Discover how the echoes of this era continue to shape my characters and their journeys toward love and hope.✨ Read the show notes and join my Fireside News at: https://daniellegrandinetti.com/post/episode-7-why-i-write-1930s-historical-romance Get full access to The...
2025-10-1807 min
A Spot of StoryEpisode 6 | Behind the Book: Meringue Melody with Lori SoardStep into the seaside tea room of the 1920s with author Lori Soard as we go Behind the Book of Meringue Melody. A retelling of The Little Mermaid set against the backdrop of Portland, Maine, this Apron Strings Tea Tales novel blends faith, music, and hope in the midst of family expectations and daring choices. Listen in to discover how Lori wove together a touch of fairy tale, a spoonful of history, and a teacup of hope.✨ Read the show notes and join my Fireside News at: https://daniellegrandinetti.com/post/episode-6-meringue-melody-lori-soard/...
2025-10-0412 min
A Spot of StoryEpisode 5 | Echoes of History: 1933, the Year the World ShiftedWelcome to A Spot of Story! In Episode 5 of Echoes of History, we step into 1933 — the year Germany changed course and the world shifted with it. It was a year of turning points: rising fear, new laws that endangered children, and the first quiet acts of courage that foreshadowed the rescues to come.Show Notes: https://daniellegrandinetti.com/post/episode-5-echoes-of-history-1933-the-year-the-world-shifted/ Get full access to The Fireside Wire at danielleswritingspot.substack.com/subscribe
2025-09-2011 min
A Spot of StoryEpisode 4 | Beyond the Book | The Sweetheart Deal by Lenora WorthToday on A Spot of Story: Beyond the Book with Lenora Worth. We talk about her newest release The Sweetheart Deal and the inspiration behind it.Find out more at daniellegrandinetti.com/podcast Get full access to The Fireside Wire at danielleswritingspot.substack.com/subscribe
2025-09-0614 minThe Romantic Side of SuspenseSeptember 2025 Quick Takes in Christian Romantic Suspense (Episode 149)During this episode of “The Romantic Side of Suspense” podcast, you’ll hear from six authors about their romantic suspense books available this month. Here’s the list of authors and books for September 2025, with the book’s release date if not available now. Lynette Eason/Final Approach Danielle Grandinetti/The Recluse’s Vindication (9/12) Jennifer Pierce/Trail of Suspicion (9/30) DiAnn Mills/Canyon of Deceit (9/9) Charlene Amsden/Kage (8/31) Kate Angelo/Girl Lost (9/23)
2025-09-0240 minThe Romantic Side of SuspenseSeptember 2025 Quick Takes in Christian Romantic Suspense (Episode 149)During this episode of “The Romantic Side of Suspense” podcast, you’ll hear from six authors about their romantic suspense books available this month. Here’s the list of authors and books for September 2025, with the book’s release date if not available now. Lynette Eason/Final Approach Danielle Grandinetti/The Recluse’s Vindication (9/12) Jennifer Pierce/Trail of Suspicion (9/30) […]
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2025-09-0240 min
A Spot of StoryEpisode 3 | Crafting the Tale | Creating a Writing Life by Jill KemererToday on A Spot of Story: Crafting the Tale, I’m joined by Publishers Weekly bestselling author Jill Kemerer to talk about her new non-fiction book Creating a Writing Life: Encouragement and Advice for Authors.Visit the episode page on my website for the show notes: https://daniellegrandinetti.com/post/episode-3-creating-a-writing-life/Subscribe so you don't miss an episode of A Spot of Story. Get full access to The Fireside Wire at danielleswritingspot.substack.com/subscribe
2025-08-3020 min
A Spot of StoryEpisode 2 | Echoes of History | The Loch Ness MonsterIn this episode, I dive into the history and legends of the Loch Ness Monster, exploring the research that inspired parts of my historical romance, The Recluse’s Vindication. Get full access to The Fireside Wire at danielleswritingspot.substack.com/subscribe
2025-08-1608 min
A Spot of StoryEpisode 1 | Behind the Book | The Lady’s Companion by Anna JensenWelcome to A Spot of Story! In this first episode of our Behind the Book series, we’re delighted to introduce you to The Lady’s Companion by Anna Jensen.Join us as we explore the story of Gwenllian Powys, a young woman with dreams of academic success in 1873 Cardiff. When family expectations redirect her path to become a companion to the widowed Lady Campbell, Gwenllian embarks on a journey full of adventure, intrigue, and hidden secrets.Set against the backdrop of Victorian society, this historical drama will captivate lovers of rich storytelling and...
2025-08-0220 min
The Christian Romance PodcastInterview with Danielle Grandinetti: Crafting Christmas Suspense and Faith-Filled RomanceIn this interview with Danielle Grandinetti we dive into a story-lover’s journey from piano teacher to indie and traditional published author of heart-pounding historical romantic suspense. Danielle shares how God directed her unexpected path to publishing, how her background in music and teaching shapes her storytelling, and why she loves dropping her characters into high-stakes, dangerous situations—especially around Christmas! We also talk about her novella The Neighbor and the Gifts, where a shy librarian faces creepy Christmas gifts from a stalker, and how justice, mercy, and love are woven into every suspenseful chapter. If you’ve ever wonder...
2025-07-2843 min
A Spot of StoryEpisode 0 | Intro | Welcome to A Spot of StoryWelcome to A Spot of Story Podcast with host and 1930s historical romance author Danielle Grandinetti. Get full access to The Fireside Wire at danielleswritingspot.substack.com/subscribe
2025-07-1901 minThe Romantic Side of SuspenseJuly 2025 Quick Takes in Christian Romantic Suspense (Episode 145)During this episode of “The Romantic Side of Suspense” podcast, you’ll hear from six authors about their romantic suspense books available this month. Here’s the list of authors and books for July 2025, with the book’s release date if not available now. Cindy Kay Stewart/Unending Hope (7/22) Danielle Grandinetti/The Neighbor and the Gifts (7/15) Megan […]
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2025-07-0130 minThe Romantic Side of SuspenseJuly 2025 Quick Takes in Christian Romantic Suspense (Episode 145)During this episode of “The Romantic Side of Suspense” podcast, you’ll hear from six authors about their romantic suspense books available this month. Here’s the list of authors and books for July 2025, with the book’s release date if not available now. Cindy Kay Stewart/Unending Hope (7/22) Danielle Grandinetti/The Neighbor and the Gifts (7/15) Megan Short/Alaskan Police Protector Dana Mentink/Fire Mountain Elizabeth Goddard/Perilous Tides (7/15) Angela Carlisle/Shadowed Witness
2025-07-0130 minThe Romantic Side of SuspenseNovember 2024 Quick Takes in Christian Romantic Suspense (Episode 130)During this episode of “The Romantic Side of Suspense” podcast, you’ll hear from five authors about their romantic suspense books available this month. Here’s the list of authors and books for November 2024, with the book’s release date if not available now. Terri Reed/Search and Detect Jaime Jo Wright/Specters in the Glass House Katy Lee/K-9 Christmas Guardians (11/27) Danielle Grandinetti/Investigation of a Journalist (11/19) Patricia Bradley/Deadly Revenge
2024-11-0528 min
Get Hooked On: This Captivating Full Audiobook For Busy Professionals.Refuge for the Archaeologist by Danielle GrandinettiPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/52239to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Refuge for the Archaeologist
Series: Harbored in Crow’s Nest, Book 2
Author: Danielle Grandinetti
Narrator: Sarah Andrews
Format: mp3
Length: 7 hrs and 5 mins
Release date: 06-20-24
Ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars, 3 ratings
Genres: Christian
Publisher's Summary:
Wisconsin, 1930—With her health in shambles and her archaeological career on the line, Cora Davis retreats to Crow’s Nest and the home of her great aunt to heal. She doesn’t think much of the missing memories from between the earthquake that caused her dizzy spells and her trip home. Until she begins r...
2024-06-207h 05
Step Inside The Life-Enhancing Full Audiobook Experience!Confessions to a Stranger by Danielle GrandinettiPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/52244to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Confessions to a Stranger
Series: Harbored in Crow’s Nest, Book 1
Author: Danielle Grandinetti
Narrator: Sarah Andrews
Format: mp3
Length: 8 hrs and 36 mins
Release date: 03-28-24
Ratings: 4 out of 5 stars, 6 ratings
Genres: Christian
Publisher's Summary:
Wisconsin, 1930—While fleeing for her life, Adaleigh Sirland’s rescue of a child introduces her to a family who provides her safe harbor. When her identity comes under threat of exposure, she must choose between running once more or helping the man who teaches her to hope again.
2024-03-288h 36The Romantic Side of SuspenseHoliday Menace Collection Bonus Episode!Will your Christmas be filled with holiday cheer…or Holiday Menace? Join nine of the authors featured in this collection of Christian romantic suspense novellas as they discuss why they wrote their stories and what they hope readers will take away after reading them.
Jerusha Agen, “Midnight Clear”
Mary Alford, “Christmas in the Crosshairs”
Lori Altebaumer, “Silenced Night”
Danielle Grandinetti, “Escape with the Prodigal”
Sarah Hamaker, “Christmas Cold Case”
Kendall Hoxsey “An Imminent Christmas Threat”
Pat O’Brien, “Deadly School Break”
Hope Welborn, “Hidden”
Terry Weldon, “Murdered by Christmas”
2023-10-2332 min
Between the LinesAuthor Danielle GrandinettiInspirational romance author, Danielle Grandinetti, writes both historical and sweet romance. She has a Master of Arts degree in Communication and Culture and is a 2023 Finalist in the FHLCW Reader's Choice Award. She has also won the UNW Distinguished Faith in Writing Award and the CROW National Excellence in Story Telling Award. Originally from the Chicagoland area, she now lives along Lake Michigan's Wisconsin shoreline with her husband and their two young sons. Danielle's Strike to the Heart Series (historical romance with suspense) includes Stand in the Breach, A Strike to the Heart, and Silent as the...
2023-08-1737 minThe Romantic Side of SuspenseJuly 2023 Quick Takes in Christian Romantic Suspense (Episode 94)During this episode of “The Romantic Side of Suspense” podcast, you’ll hear from six authors about their romantic suspense books available this month. Here’s the list of authors and books for July 2023, with the book’s release date if not available now.
Carrie Fancett Pagels/Lilac Cottage
Jodie Bailey/Olympic Mountain Pursuit
Danielle Grandinetti/Refuge for the Archaeologist (7/18)
Loretta Eidson/Blue Ridge Mountain Escape
Robin Patchen/A Mountain Too Steep (7/18)
Nancy Mehl/Cold Pursuit (7/11)
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2023-07-0542 minThe Romantic Side of SuspenseMarch 2023 Quick Takes in Christian Romantic Suspense (Episode 84)During this episode of “The Romantic Side of Suspense” podcast, you’ll hear from X authors about their romantic suspense books available this month. Here’s the list of authors and books for March 2023, with the book’s release date if not available now.
Patsy Conway/Theme Park Abduction
Karen Randau/From Chaos (3/13)
Rebecca Hopewell/High-Stakes Blizzard
Lynn Shannon/Tactical Force
Jessica R Patch/A Cry in the Dark
Danielle Grandinetti/Confessions to a Stranger
Dana Mentink/Targeted in the Desert (3/28)
Lynn Blackburn/Under Fire (3/7)
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2023-02-2836 minThe Romantic Side of SuspenseThe Milky History of Danielle Grandinetti’s Romantic Suspense (Episode 63)“The story was originally contemporary romantic suspense but it was missing something,” Danielle says. A few years ago, “Wisconsin started having a milk shortage with farmers having to dump their milk [because there wasn’t a market for it]. … I learned that’s not the first time that’s happened. There was actually a huge milk strike in 1933. … So I took my contemporary romantic suspense and set it [back then] and it just brought it to life.”
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2022-05-0319 minThe Romantic Side of SuspenseThe Milky History of Danielle Grandinetti’s Romantic Suspense (Episode 63)On this episode of “The Romantic Side of Suspense,” I’m talking with Danielle Grandinetti, a book blogger at DaniellesWritingSpot.com. Her short stories have appeared in several publications and her writing has won the University of Northwestern Distinguished Faith in Writing Award. Originally from the Chicagoland area, she now lives along Lake Michigan’s Wisconsin shoreline with her husband and their two young sons. Danielle especially loves quiet mornings served with the perfect cup of tea.
“The story was originally contemporary romantic suspense but it was missing something,” Danielle says. A few years ago, “Wisconsin started having a milk shortage with...
2022-05-0319 min