Sometimes people write books that are as important as they are good. The Nede Rising series by Jess Corban fits that description perfectly. Corban boldly takes a look at the logical conclusion of our current anti-male sentiment if allowed to continue unchecked, and results both in a riveting story Continue Reading
Because Fiction Podcast
Did You Know Opposites Attract—Even When They’re Great Books?
Split-time novels are some of my favorites, and this year I discovered (and interviewed the authors of) two different World War II books with DNA connections. On the surface, you'd assume they'd be too alike to be interesting, but once you start reading, the similarities compound AND diverge at the Continue Reading
Are You Ready for Exciting Historical Adventures?
Though I'd never heard of Karl May before speaking with Robert Stermscheg. Once we chatted, I knew I had to have the first book in one of May's series, The Prussian Lieutenant. My chat with Robert covered everything from his childhood in Europe, to his father's memoirs (fascinating!), and his love Continue Reading
Isn’t There Just Something Inspiring and Encouraging about Music?
Erin Bartels has written some of my favorite books (including one I keep dragging out as long as possible because I don't want it to end), and her upcoming release, Everything Is Just Beginning, promises to be right up there with her other books. Listen in as we talk about music, our dads, my weird Continue Reading
Are You Ready for a Delightful New Amish Series?
At first, I thought Shelley Shepard Gray was a new-to-me author, but I believe I've read at least one of The Heart of a Hero series books (not to mention a couple of others look really familiar). Her new Season in Pinecraft (an Amish snowbird community) series features Amish wallflowers who just Continue Reading
What Better Way to Start the New Year Than a Great Rom-Com?
So... ever wondered if I'm really as weird as I seem? Here's proof for ya! While normal people were gearing up for a lovely holiday with their families, I rushed AWAY from mine to my hotel room in Irvine, California to have a chat with debut romantic comedy author, Becca Kinzer about her book, Dear Continue Reading
What if You Had a Heartbreaking History You Didn’t Even Know about?
When Liz Tolsma told me about her trip to Greece and all that it entailed, I watched eagerly for information. We saw the places she went, the things she ate--everything on Facebook. She's a great traveler who shares everything, and now the research has paid off. Though the paperback doesn't release Continue Reading
How a Reading Challenge Helped Me Discover a Great Book
Chantel of Chantel Reads All Day and Hey Reader runs an annual "Read Your Bookshelf Challenge." Simply put, she challenges you to read the unread (lonely, miserable, aching to come alive in your brain) books on your bookshelf. To do so, she gives you twelve prompts, one for each month, and Continue Reading
What’s Better Than a Great Christmas Romance Novella? So Much!
For the last couple of months, I can't blink without seeing the name Juliette Duncan, so when I saw her as next on my list for interviews, I was excited! And boy was chatting with her a delight. Juliette has TWO books releasing back to back almost, but the first one, Christmas at Goddard Downs Continue Reading
How Do People React When They Feel Like No One Understands Them?
A chat with Suzanne Woods Fisher is always a delight, but I especially loved talking to her about her latest release, Anything but Plain, and what prompted her desire to write about a young Amish woman with ADHD. This episode blessed my socks off, and I can't wait for you to learn why. Listen in to Continue Reading
Community, Quilts, & Christmas Love: What More Could You Want?
Last month I had a lovely chat with Melody Carlson about her latest release, A Quilt for Christmas, and oh boy did we have fun. According to her husband, she's written over three hundred books, she has a movie out there and another couple on the way, and oh... every genre from Biblical fiction to Continue Reading
Like It or Not, Yesterday Still Has a Significant Impact on Today
My favorite book of 2020 was from a previously unknown to me author, Terrie Todd. That book? Bleak Landing. Since listening to the audiobook for that one, I went on to read several others by her including one of this year's favorites, Rose Among Thornes. And now, surprise, surprise, another of her Continue Reading
