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Laura Thomas is a prolific writer of many Christian genres including romantic suspense, teen fiction, and children's books. Her newest release Captured in Frame is Book 1 in her Bite of Betrayal Series is Christian romantic suspense. Laura's previous Flight to Freedom Series includes The Glass Bottom Boat , The Lighthouse Baby , and The Orphan Beach . Her Tears Trilogy for teens includes Tears to...

Leslie Tally's debut novel, Safely Kept , is a romantic suspense with a thread of faith woven throughout the storyline. It is set in the South and spans three generations. The book has a somewhat complicated plot inspired by the lives of her grandparents. One of her goals in writing this story was to accurately depict the way a legacy of faith can transcend all elements: time, trappings, and most...

Christine Dillon is a prolific writer of both contemporary and Biblical era fiction as well as non-fiction. She is a hybrid author with both traditionally and indie published titles. I enjoyed discussing not only her newest book, Trust and Trickery , but also her twenty-year writing journey. So many tidbits of truth woven throughout this podcast, you will be blessed by listening to it. You can con...

Not many authors can create an entire series from her family's background, but that's exactly what E.V. Sparrow did. Her prelude novella to Those Resilient Muldoon's Series, Muldoon's Minnesota Darling, released several months ago. You can find it on her website or Amazon for only .99! On July 16 th , the much-awaited Book 1, Muldoon's Misfortunes, will release. Preorder the ebook version for a sp...

Sara Beth Williams is a published author of Contemporary Christian romance, an ACFW and CIPA member and freelance writer. She has a background in freelance publicity, blog managing, newspaper journalism and ten years in the field of education. Two of her novels have been nominated for a Selah Award. A Worthy Heart (2020) and Anchor My Heart (2022). She lives in Northern California with her husband...

The Medici Quest is Jeff Raymond's debut novel—and what an undertaking it must've been. This Christian thriller is available in print, ebook, and Kindle Unlimited. Visit his website to connect with him on social media, read his bio, and experience sample chapters of his book. Medici Quest Back Cover Copy: Unlock the secrets of the past and embark on a modern-day treasure hunt . In the heart of Flo...

I love Lynn Watson's tagline: Stepping through time, stitching stories of faith. She has written Cinnamah-Brosia's Inspirational Collection for Women with Book 1: Essence of Courage, Book 2: Essence of Joy , and Book 3: Essence of Humility . Her newest novel, Tangled Promises is Book 1of her Promised Destiny Book Series. It releases on May 21st and is now available for preorder . In order to recei...

Denise Barela's passion for fiction, her faith, and general creativity define her life. In all things, she strives to glorify God, though especially in and through her writing. She has spent the past six years working for a publicity company and five years working as the head editor for a publishing company. With an MFA in Creative Writing and a Professional Writing certificate, Denise enjoys usin...

Becca Wierwille is an author of middle grade fiction whose tagline is Live Wonderfully Created. She writes stories about extraordinary kids, unexpected adventures, and forever friends. Her latest book, Road Trip Rescue , is a 2024 Selah Award finalist. It is Book 1 of her Road Trip Series and is geared for children ages 8-12. Although, I'm far beyond that age range, I thoroughly enjoyed the audiob...

Jennifer Hallmark's tagline is Stories from Off the Beaten Track: A twist here, a revelation there. Southern through and through which says it all. She creates stories with unforgettable characters—a little eerie and otherworldly but with a positive turn. Jessie's Hope, her first YA novel, was a Selah Award nominee for First Novel. Her latest book, Smoking Flax , was released in January 2024. Here...

Sara Beth Williams is a published author of Contemporary Christian romance, an ACFW and CIPA member and freelance writer. She has a background in freelance publicity, blog managing, newspaper journalism and ten years in the field of education. Two of her novels have been nominated for a Selah Award. A Worthy Heart (2020) and Anchor My Heart (2022). She lives in Northern California with her husband...

Doralyn Moore has a Master of Education degree from the University of Toronto and over thirty-years' experience in social services, working with diverse populations. This has informed much of the storyline of Seventy Times Seven . She has also been involved for many years in Christian ministry, both as a home group leader and as a lay pastor.  Doralyn hopes the journey of the characters in her boo...

Admittedly, although I enjoy a good romance story, I'm not a fan of medieval times. Ashely Worrell's historical romance, The Radiance of the Moon is going to change that. This is her debut novel and Book 1 in The Hebridean Shield Series. It's no surprise it made it to the semi-finals in the ACFW Genesis Contest. This indie-published novel, which was written via dreams the Lord gave Ashley, will re...

Christine Boatwright isn't sure she's earned the title "author" since she hasn't yet had her novel published. As the 2022 winner for historical fiction of the ACFW Genesis contest, it's only a matter of time. She is the president of ACFW Upper State South Carolina, an avid reader, and skilled at Instagram reels. You can learn more about her, connect with her, and sign up for her newsletter on her...

It was a pleasure to meet with E.V. Sparrow, historical fiction author. She writes inspirational stories (her tagline is Encounter God's Unexpected Presence) and has recently signed a three-book contract with Celebrate Lit Publishing. Connect with her on her website and be sure to sign up for her newsletter . Her novella, Muldoon's Minnesota Darling is available on Amazon .  A heartsore widower wi...

Tema Banner is the first author I've interviewed who hasn't yet been published, although I'm sure it won't be long. Her novel, Book One of her series Daughters of the King, is titled The Weaver's Dream. It took second place in the 2023 Blue Ridge Christian Writer's Conference Foundation Award for pre-published authors.   It was a thrill for me to talk to Tema about this book and what she has plann...

Are you looking for a unique tale of adventure for your child that also teaches leadership skills? Does your child love dogs? Then look no further. Philip Martin's Tales from Tibet is here. With beautifully drawn illustrations combined with his vast experience in leadership, this book will quickly become a favorite of your child's while teaching the skills we all need to hone.   Meet Sashi (inspir...

It was a pleasure to meet author Terry Overton and discuss her newest book release The Journey , Book 5 in her Underground Book Readers Series. Along with this middle grade series, she also has the well-received The Newton Chronicles series (also for young readers) as well as contemporary Christian novels and devotionals. You can connect with her via her website Terry Overton is a retired universi...

Turning Life into Comedy  is Janetta Fudge Messmer's tagline. The genre she writes in is Christian Comedy (with a touch of Romance). Janetta also writes devotionals since life on the road in a camper gives her plenty of material. When she's not writing, she teaches classes on how to "Tell Your Story." The inspiration for the class came when she asked her mother questions about her life. Janetta, h...

As a kid, Jessica Wakefield penned really bad Anne of Green Gables fan fiction. Nowadays she lives in Newcastle with her husband and two daughters where she has greatly improved her writing skills to create inspiring contemporary romance novels. Jessica has a lifelong love of Sweet Valley High books and is a recovering Gilmore Girls addict. When she's not fawning over Ginny, her fluffy Mini Groodl...

Self-professed Curvy-Girl Heidi Gray McGill is an Amazon Best Selling author for both historical fiction and young adult romance. She writes stories that connect with readers in a real way, such as Dial P for Perfect starring a curvy-girl heroine who struggles to love herself the way God made her. She began her writing journey during Covid, and since then has completed several novels and novellas....

Connect with Dr. Donna Lane via her website -  https://thedoctorslane.com   If readers sign up for her newsletter they receive two free novellas - the prequel to Infidel Wars, entitled Time Forgotten, and a Bible Study on the gospel of Mark entitled Recognizing Jesus.  The sign up is on another website - https: thedoctorslane.com/sign-up    You can also follow her Youtube channel where she discuss...

Jean Saxby has a Bachelor of Science and Diploma of Education. She is a multi-award-winning and #1 Best-Selling author on  amazon.com.au Jean was a teacher librarian for around thirty years and taught a Drug Education program. She writes fiction, children's books, and blogs with themes of wellness. She also offers a Better Life website especially for those with addictions and anxiety:   https://to...

Marbeth Skwarczynski is a prolific author of several books including The Rose Collection, a series of contemporary Christian novels, that explores the deconstruction of a broken spirit to the reconstruction of a rescued soul. Her most recent novel, The Art of Persisting, released in July of this year. You can follow Marbeth on her website and/or follow her Amazon Author Page .   Her Rose Collectio...

Inspirational romance author, Danielle Grandinetti, writes both historical and sweet romance. She has a Master of Arts degree in Communication and Culture and is a 2023 Finalist in the FHLCW Reader's Choice Award. She has also won the UNW Distinguished Faith in Writing Award and the CROW National Excellence in Story Telling Award. Originally from the Chicagoland area, she now lives along Lake Mich...