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
Because Fiction Podcast
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
How Angela Hunt Keeps Delivering Great Books to Her Fans
Angela Hunt, author of over a hundred fifty books, has two new releases and we got to chat about how What a Wave Must Be came about, the other two books in the "triplets" on social issues of today. Listen in to see how she handles the sensitive topic of suicide with grace and Continue Reading
How One Fascinating Book Could Change Your Perception of Colombia
When I saw the stunning cover of An American Immigrant by Johanna Vann, my interest went from curious to "I want one now" in the click of a mouse. But I have to admit, after talking to Johanna for the better part of an hour and really getting to understand the story behind this story as well as Continue Reading
Can Anything Be Better than a Gripping Split-Time Story?
The split-time Amish Memories series by Leslie Gould continues with book two, This Passing Hour, releasing in just over a week, and oh wow does this series sound exciting. Listen in as we discuss history, its echoes, and the series that illustrates them through the stories of different plain people Continue Reading
Why Do Stories of Courage and Resilience Inspire Us?
If you've been anywhere on social media in the past six months, you've probably seen the stunning cover for The Warsaw Sisters by Amanda Barratt. Well, that book is here, it's available, and she and I talk about where she got the idea for the book, her love of WWII fiction, and what she's been Continue Reading
Why This Book Is One of My Top Anticipated Fall Reads
Any time you get a chance to chat with M.D. "Mike" House, you're in for a treat, and this week's interview about his next book in the Barabbas series, Sophia, is no exception. Listen in as he talks about where he sees the series going, the research he's done, the Bible truths he shares and learns, Continue Reading
What Terrible Things Happen When Old Ghosts Meet Modern Skeptics?
What do you do when a local theater is in danger of falling into disrepair? Put it in a book. Add some ghosts (okay, so they were already in local lore), split time a bit, and The Lost Boys of Barlowe Theater is born as only Jaime Jo Wright can birth a book. And right there, folks... I think I'll Continue Reading
How This Author Explores Racism and Shows Us New Hope!
It's always a beautiful day when I get to chat with Tracie Peterson, and with her new book, Knowing You coming out, I was excited to learn more about the story within the story. Listen in to see why the hard topics explored still offer so much hope for today. Note: links may be affiliate Continue Reading
What’s Better Than the Heroine Rescuing the Hero?
It's always a lot of fun to chat with Sara Beth Williams, so I was glad to have a bit of time with her to learn about her new book, No Matter How Far. Part of the Trinity Lakes Series, this book promises to be a lot of fun. Listen in to see why. Note: links may be affiliate links that Continue Reading
What Do a Pig, a Garbage Collector, and an Elderly Woman Have in Common?
I've been told for a couple of years now that I'd love Katie Powner's books, so I've bought a couple, but now it's time to read them, and I think her most recent release, The Wind Blows in Sleeping Grass might just be the perfect choice for me. Listen in and see why! Note: links may be Continue Reading
Nothing Says a Great Read Like Spies, Intrigue, and Romance… Right?
When you get a chance to chat with an author who has written one of your all-time favorite characters, things can get interesting, but let me tell you. Learning about her new series and especially her newest release, A Beautiful Disguise, was even more exciting. I can't wait to read this book Continue Reading
