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Chautona Havig

Chautona Havig

Using story to connect YOU to the Master Storyteller

Because Fiction Podcast

The Lost Boys of Barlowe Theater

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

No Matter How Far Williams

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

katie powner

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

Against the wind by Amanda Cabot

Why I Think This Prickly Character Will Be My Favorite in the Series

Chatting with Amanda Cabot is always fun, but I really loved getting to hear more about Against the Wind, the second book in the Secrets of Sweetwater Crossing series. Listen in to learn why I've been waiting for this book!  So excited! Note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with Continue Reading

Jaimie Engle

This Book Isn’t Just a Great Romance. It’s Also a Heartwarming Movie!

There's nothing like chatting with an author who immerses herself in her writing in a way you totally get.  Jaimie Engle isn't just a fabulous romance writer, she's also a screenwriter who has a movie that follows the same storyline as the book we're chatting about today.  Listen in as we learn all Continue Reading

Rebekah Millet

Is There Anything More Delightful Than a Second-Chance Romance?

Some days you start an interview and know from the first hello that you've made a new friend. Chatting with Rebekah (not Rachel) Millet about her debut novel, Julia Monroe Begins Again, was just one of those wonderful days.  When you mix a fun woman, hair dye, and a crazy podcaster, things get... Continue Reading

Chris Fabry

How Can You Love Well When You’re Dealing with Unreliable People?

Sometimes a book grabs your heartstrings and hangs on for dear life, and Saving Grayson by Chris Fabry is definitely one of those books.  I LOVED this story so much and it's definitely in my top five of the year. EEEP!  Listen in and why I love it so much. Note: links may be affiliate links Continue Reading

Shadows at Dusk Goddard

Would You Only Help Someone if They Promised to Help You, Too?

If you're ready for the next book in the Missing in Alaska series by Elizabeth Goddard, never fear! Shadows at Dusk releases on October 17, 2023, and Elizabeth came to chat about this book and what to expect from it.  Listen in while we learn about bush pilots and life in southeastern Continue Reading

Karen Witemeyer

Sometimes All a Girl Needs Is a True Change of Heart

Nothing says fairy tale like a sweet western romance by an author like Karen Witemeyer... unless it's a fairytale retelling set in Texas in the late 19th century, right?  Fairest of Heart takes the familiar "Snow White" and turns it on its head with retired cowboys, a self-absorbed actress, a Texas Continue Reading

Sarah Monzon

How Does an Intense Christmas Competition Lead to Love?

Finally getting a chance to chat with Sarah Monzon was a total delight, and learning all about her latest release, All's Fair in Love and Christmas was equally awesome.  My copy is here and waiting for me to dive into the battle of the celebrations!  EEEP! Listen in to see what that even Continue Reading

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For example, while writing Meddlin' Madeline, I al For example, while writing Meddlin' Madeline, I always play @AdamGSwanson on YouTube so I can stay in touch with her favorite music: Ragtime (I still have CDs of his to use for giveaways with Looks Can Kill. Must get that written. Stay tuned for more about THAT.
While writing Be My Inspiration, I listened to every love song I could stomach (they get old fast. I don't know how Linus does it). I even listened to Taylor Swift's old break up songs (again, not my cuppa). But... at least I got to listen to Roger Miller's "That's Why I Love You Like I Do"  Now THAT is a love song.  hee hee.
If I'm in hyper Get-er-done mode, THEN... I put on a Hogwarts Pomodoro study session and type like the wind. Or get on Discord and join a few writing sprints.  It all depends.
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.
#AuthorLife
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Ever notice how you best know yourself--and know y Ever notice how you best know yourself--and know yourself the least?  We humans are weird that way. Sometimes I think the Lord allows us to be blind to parts of ourselves for a time so as not to drive us too crazy too quickly. Or something.
Characters most like me are hard because they're so very convicting to write AND... because I don't usually know it's me until that conviction its.  I tend to have an idealized picture of who I am until reality strips away those rosy glasses and leaves me with crystal-clear vision.  Blech.
Second to me... I'd say nasty people. They give me such an ick feeling. Sure, it's cathartic... but it's so hard because I want to redeem everyone, and that's just unrealistic and frankly, arrogant.  So... there you have it.
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.
#AuthorLife
#WriterLife
#AuthorsOfInstagram
#CharacterDevelopment
#AmWriting
Okay, it's actually a short story, but... IYKYK. Okay,  it's actually a short story, but... IYKYK.
#AmWriting
Going nuts over here waiting for yet ANOTHER Lord Going nuts over here waiting for yet ANOTHER Lord Edgington by @benedictbrownauthor novel. Sigh. I dont think this is what Solomon was talking about when he said, "A virtuous woman, who can find?"
Clearly,  he wasn't talking about me, considering the whole patience being a virtue thing.
Sigh
#AmWaiting
#AmNotReading
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Life as a podcaster... #AmRecording #BecauseFictio Life as a podcaster...
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Sometimes, things just combine in a way that make Sometimes,  things just combine in a way that makes my heart sing. Today, @archerandolive knocked it out of the park. I think this might be 3 different collections in a journal from a sub box. Well done, guys.
#journalsupplies 
#journaling 
#ArcherAndOlive
One of the best things I did for my prayer life wa One of the best things I did for my prayer life was to learn to "pray on the page." So glad the Lord showed me that. Seeing answered prayer weeks, months, even years later... so cool.
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