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Chautona Havig

Chautona Havig

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What Makes an Author Give Up and Then Start Over Again?

One of the best parts of having this podcast is getting to meet new authors and learn their stories. I think today's guest, Karen Tucci, has one of the most inspiring stories out there.  It's been a decade since she released her (formerly) one and only book and now she has three and six more coming Continue Reading

Amanda Trumpower

Are You Ready for a Great Middle-Grade Superhero Adventure?

Chatting with Amanda Trumpower (finally!) yesterday was a whole lot of fun. She has fun, adventure-filled middle-grade fiction that is available on eBook, in print, and in audiobook!  Listen in to why she writes Christian middle-grade adventure and what kind of stories you'll get from Continue Reading

Izaic Yorks

Looking for a Fantastic New Fantasy Series for the New Year?

Back in November, I had a great conversation with Izaic Yorks about his Saga of Valor Series, starting with Ascendant. Well, we know what happened in early December, but like another author, his episode didn't get scheduled, so he had a delay on top of a delay!  So finally we have his episode and Continue Reading

The Secrets Beneath

Why You’ll Dig This Fascinating New Series!

Grab your hats, your trowels, and you fine brushes, because it's time to dig through a great new series with Kimberley Woodhouse.  Her Treasures of the Earth series just kicked off a couple of months ago with The Secrets Beneath, and her next book in the series is coming out soon!  Listen in to hear Continue Reading

Jamie Ogle Of Love and Treason

Why Is Of Love and Treason My Most Anticipated Read of 2024?

My most anticipated read of 2024 is Of Love and Treason by debut author, Jamie Ogle. This exploration of St. Valentine's life takes us out of the modern idea of "Valentine's Day" back to Valentine's "day" to see what may have sparked the legend surrounding him. Listen in as we talk about what Continue Reading

misty m. beller

Are You Ready to Take a Romantic Trip to the Rocky Mountains?

First off, my apologies to Misty M. Beller for both forgetting to schedule her episode release and THEN getting it pushed back after my husband's accident. She got a double whammy (as did one other author) and she's been amazingly gracious.  But you need to hear about the great new series she Continue Reading

Why This Year Promises to Be Great for Amish Fiction

Shelley Shepard Gray has a slew of new books out and coming out, including Her Secret Hope from the Season in Pinecraft series as well as a novella in a collection that just released, Amish Love Letters.  Listen in for all the news about past series (and how to get more of Ross County!!) and what's Continue Reading

Lost and Found

What Do Amish Troubles, Ice Cream, and Flowers Have in Common?

Whew! We're back! I was supposed to take 2.5 weeks of December off, but my husband's accident on December 1, ended the podcast for the year, so I'm playing catch-up on a few episodes!  Apologies to Suzanne Woods Fisher for being so late with it, but hey! I had a great time chatting with her about Continue Reading

tangles and tinsel

How One Great New Christmas Novella Made It on My List!

If you're looking for a great Christmas read, Jennifer Siennes has a new Christmas novella you won't want to miss. Part of the Bedford County series, Tangles and Tinsel offers a new start for Kimberly and a second chance at love for Jax. Listen in to learn more! Note: links may be affiliate Continue Reading

Falling for a Real Cowboy

Why Did This Romance Author Switch to Cowboy Romance?

Historical fiction author, Karen Baney, recently branched into contemporary with The Air I Breathe and now with her new Vargas Ranch series.  Recently, Falling for a Real Cowboy released, and soon her Falling for a Shy Cowboy will release as well.  Listen in to how she came up with this series and Continue Reading

Denise L. Barela

Why an Almost Love At First Sight Mystery Actually Works!

Having the chance to chat with a dear friend about her book is always a treat.  So when Denise L. Barela chatted to me about her mystery, Silencing the Siren, I knew we'd have a lot of fun. Boy, did we. From the first ideas on this mystery through the new series she's considering, and where she Continue Reading

melanie dobson

How a Family Mystery Sparked the Idea for a Beautiful Story

I chatted with Melanie Dobson a few weeks ago, and boy was it a wonderful time of talking about my favorite books of hers and her latest release, The Wings of Poppy Pendleton. Listen in to the heartwrenching story that sparked the idea for the book and the delicious (and fascinating) research she Continue Reading

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Reposted from @catheswanson If you're looking to a Reposted from @catheswanson If you're looking to add a few more Christian romances to your TBR, I have something fun to share 😊
FaithBooks is hosting the Ultimate Christian Romance Reader Giveaway, and there are some wonderful prizes up for grabs!
The grand prize includes:
- 5 paperback books from FaithBooks authors
- A Kindle Reader
- A $50 Amazon gift card
- Bookish swag
There will also be 9 additional winners receiving prize packs filled with paperbacks, gift cards, journals, swag, and more.
In total, there are over $150 in gift cards and 50 paperback books being given away!
You can enter at http://faithbooksromance.com/giveaway
The giveaway ends June 26 at 11:59pm
*Please note that prize packs are only available to readers with U.S. mailing addresses due to shipping costs.
Good luck, friends!
For ages, None So Blind was my favorite book. I un For ages, None So Blind was my favorite book. I understood Ella in a deeper way than most of my characters. BUT... then I wrote Will Not See. And it became suspense rather than women's fiction with a mini-mystery (how did she lose her memories?). But people going after Vikki? Didn't see that coming. Nor did I see a guy waking up with no memories and a murdered wife (the spouse always does it, right?). Sooo... women's fiction to romantic suspense? Not normal, but let's face it. Whenever have I been normal?
Read em in Kindle, paperback, or "free" through Kindle Unlimited! Individually, or in a box set of the complete collection.
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Yeah. It's a thing. Which is weird because I rarel Yeah. It's a thing. Which is weird because I rarely call a book by its title.  Past Forward is "Willow." Ready or Not (and the rest) are all "Aggie" (I add 1, 2, 3, 4 etc). None So Blind is "Ella."
The New Cheltenham books are all whatever word changes that year.  So I'll talk about "Stars" or "Ghosts" or "Bells." But if I don't have a title I could put on the cover of the book (even if it changes--rarely but it happens--) I can't even write the first sentence.  It's dericulous.  Um... Ridiculous. Same smell.
Grammar wise, I'd say it's my stupid habit of not bothering to add question marks at the ends of questions.  My poor editors.  I THINK it's because I get interrupted in the middle of the sentence, come back, and forget it was supposed to be a question.  Dont' quote (or question) me on that, though.
If you have a question you want me to answer, leave it in the comments OR... zip me an email at chautona@chautona.com.  I'll try to work them in (and will probably combine those that are really similar.
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Reposted from @janelleleonard.author It's time for Reposted from @janelleleonard.author It's time for another WhiteCrown cover reveal!!! The Promise of a Princess, the third and final book in the Royals of Andelar series by Joy Crain, releases November 2026 and is available for preorder now. 
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Princess Genevieve’s life seems like a dream. She has a loving family, a devoted fiancé, and a future set in stone. But beneath the perfection lies a secret she has guarded for years, one that could shatter everything if it were ever revealed. When an ancient doctrine resurfaces and threatens the very foundation of the monarchy, Genevieve is forced to face a choice that will cost her more than she ever imagined.

DePeaux men love for life. They only ever give their heart away once. Julian knows his father’s oft-quoted words to be true, because his heart belongs to a woman too. A woman who long ago stole his heart, captured beneath the oak tree as they painted and grew up together. But he can never have her. Because another man’s ring lies on her finger.

With time running out and the truth impossible to ignore, Genevieve and Julian are drawn together in ways that challenge everything they have ever believed. In a world bound by tradition and expectation, they must decide if love is worth the risk of losing their future, their duty, and each other.

Preorder your copy today!

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Love flawed characters, redemption, and free books Love flawed characters, redemption, and free books? Well... gotcha covered. Through June 18th, anyway. OR, read Not a Word "free" on Kindle Unlimited anytime (but now's a great time. Just sayin'). One of my favorite books, I LOVED this story so much.
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First time in my life I can say that I'm excited f First time in my life I can say that I'm excited for McDonald's. 
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I have a theory and would love to test it. If you' I have a theory and would love to test it. If you'd be willing to help, I'd so appreciate it. So... Which of my characters (you can do more than one if you like, I'm just trying to get a feel for things) is your favorite... and why?
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