As I edited this episode, I'm about 1/3 through Joanna Politano's latest release, A Midnight Dance, and while I rave about the little bit I'd read before recording the interview, let's just say this book gets better and better. I don't think I've ever cried out aloud while reading a book more. I Continue Reading
Because Fiction Podcast
Why This Author’s Authentic Historical Fiction Is So Well Loved
Beloved Christian historical fiction author, Jane Kirkpatrick, tells the stories of historical women we might otherwise never have known about. Instead of fiction set in historical times and including historical people we all know about, Jane writes about real people whose lives we know little of Continue Reading
How Many Times Can Someone Get Beaten Down Before She Gives Up?
Author of Moose Ridge: Ending to Beginning, Craig Hastings speaks candidly about the difficulties of life, how God is faithful in the middle of it all, and why he wrote a book about a young woman beaten down by life so much that she's ready to give up. The Moose Ridge series looks at difficult Continue Reading
How an Enemy Prostitute Changed the Course of History (sorta)
You know that when a reader who is "meh" or even "NO THANK YOU" about Biblical fiction has an author who is an "instabuy," there might be something to this gal's writing! Naomi Craig has written a fascinating and hard-hitting (or maybe it's just me and my issues) novel about faith, hope, and Continue Reading
Can 2 Great but Opposite Books Encourage You in Similar Ways?
One of life's biggest blessings are encouraging books. When I found Dearest Josephine on my Kindle on a particularly difficult day, I had no idea how that book would minister to me--probably in ways the author could never have imagined. So when I finally picked up another book I've been meaning Continue Reading
This Romance Is Full of Music That Makes Hearts Sing
Author of the Strings of Sisterhood series, Ashley Rescot shares her personal background, her passion for music, and the romance that awaits each sister. You'll learn about Rescot's short stories, her recent release, A Change in Tune, her book club, and so much more. I seriously had a blast Continue Reading
Why Would Anyone Want to Read Such a Heart Breaking Book?
When I first read Something I Am Not by Cher Gatto, I didn't know what to think of it. While the book is categorized as YA, it will resonate with anyone who hates the injustice of child abuse and exploitation. While the subject matter of Something I Am Not is rough and difficult, it's vital for Continue Reading
Are You Ready for a Fabulous New Contemporary Christian Romance Series?
Lisa Prysock, historical and contemporary Christian fiction author, and I chatted about how she first started writing Christian fiction, her first book, the series she's been a part of, and her most recent release in the You Are on the Air series. Dial F for Family introduces a twenty-six-book, Continue Reading
3 Reasons You Won’t Be Able to Put Down This Hysterical Novel
Author of the upcoming release Perfectly Arranged, Liana George talks about organization, women's fiction, and her favorite books. Seriously, what could be better than a curmudgeon with a pampered cat and more shoes than Imelda Marcos? And what about dealing with life-long issues? Liana George Continue Reading
Don’t You Just Love a Brilliant, Intriguing, and Surprising Synopsis!
Debut author, Sarah Anne Crouch, takes readers on a journey to the town of Shady Springs, Arkansas and a church that is home to a handsome youth minister and the last place Madeleine Mullins wants to be. We talk about the book, the series I want this book to kick off, and an upcoming novella Continue Reading
What Happens When I Get to Chat with One of My Favorite Authors?
Okay, so Liz Johnson has been one of my favorite PEOPLE (not to mention author) for the past fifteen or so years, so of course, I was excited to get to talk to her about her latest release, Beyond the Tides. This book set on Prince Edward Island has everything you could want from contemporary Continue Reading
Welcome to Heritage: Discover Small Town Romance at Its Finest
We're back! With 3 weeks of internet troubles, I think we're good, and we're back with a great episode. New-to-me author, Tari Faris talks about her series, Restoring Heritage and her recent release, Since You've Been Gone. Tari has a delightful series that I personally would love to see be the Continue Reading
