Book Talk

Welcome to season three of Book Talk! We are starting the season off by chatting with Julie Wright about her newest novel Wendy’s Ever After! Fairy tales have always been my favorite and the story of a Peter Pan had been at the top of my list for a long time. I loved chatting with Julie and getting to see how she took this beloved story and made it her own.

Thank you so much for making room for Book Talk in your crazy lives! We’ve had so many exciting milestones this season that I had to share! Thanks for being in the Book Talk family!

I have loved the Blue Orchid Society series, by Jennifer Moore, since I first opened Solving Sophronia. This band of women had me wishing I was a Blue Orchid myself. I was so excited to finally chat with Jennifer Moore about the Blue Orchid Society ladies and their “Blue Gentlemen.” Join us as we discuss Jennifer’s inspiration for the series and dive into Dahlia’s own story.

Join Sian Ann Bessey and me as we dive into her newest novel, A Time Traveler’s Masquerade. We talk about how inspiration behind the novel, Guy Fawkes and the gunpowder plot, and a few of our favorite characters.

Join Amy Trent and me as we discuss her novella Curses, Diamonds, and Toads. I absolutely loved talking with Amy and getting to learn about her love of obscure fairy tales, character inspiration, and her writing process.

Join me as I chat with A.L. Sowards about her novel Beyond the Crescent Sky! We dive into the history woven into this novel and get the details on what influenced character choices. She also gave us a little peak into Danilo’s story, which releases later this year.

Join Jentry Flint and me as we discuss some of our favorite books from 2024!

The matchmaking mama’s are at it again! But this time their help has been specifically asked for. Miles and Jemma’s story was everything I hoped for and needed. Join Anneka R. Walker and me as we discuss her third novel in the Matchmaking Mama’s series, The Gentleman’s Confession. We talk about the double love triangle, get a peak into what was originally planned, and get to know our main characte...

I love reading books with my kids. I love listening to my kids giggle, gasp, and give their hearts to imaginary worlds and characters. Sheryl Bass’ Baby Dragon books immediately had my kids hearts. Join Sheryl Bass and me as we dive into how her work experience and education have influenced her writing, self-publishing, and of course her adorable baby dragon.

Fantasy novels have always had a special place in my heart. I love visiting impossible places and experiencing impossible things through the characters. Elizabeth Lowham’s novel Casters and Crowns is honestly one of the best YA fantasy novels I have read in a long time. Join Liz and me as we dive into her novel, Casters and Crowns. We discuss the process behind creating a fictional world, primary...

This was my first time diving into Joanna Barker’s regency mystery/suspense novels and I absolutely love them! I loved learning more about female thief takers and Bow Street Runners and all the things. Join Joanna and me as we dive into her novel, So True a Love. We talk about writing suspense novels, creating characters, an eccentric grandma, loving parents, and our favorite moments.

A Proper Facade is a book my heart didn’t know it needed. It takes a character I wasn’t too sure about and places him in the leading role. My heart was quickly won over and I was captivated by him. I knew within the first two chapters that I needed the scoop. Join Esther Hatch and I as we discuss Nicholas, character cameos, Easter eggs, and the one and only Miss. Morgan.

Have you ever wondered how your favorite authors begin writing their books? Or maybe you are an aspiring author and just don't know where to start. I've got you! I interviewed Jentry Flint, Clarissa Kae, and Tiffany Odekirk in an effort to get you some answers. Join us as we chat about plotting, pantsing, character development, author tools, creating a support group, and more.

Join Evelin Laczi and I as we dive into her debut novel The Rose of Granborough Park. Evelin talks about how her great-grandparents Miklos and Jolan inspired her story, flipping romantic stereotypes on their heads, and more!

I’ve got another amazing fairy tale remake for you! This time we are visiting Cinderella but with a regency era murder mystery spin. Join Anneka R. Walker and me as we dive into her novel, The Lady Glass. We talk about writing fairy tales and how world and family history influenced this story. I promise that you are not going to want to miss all the things Anneka shared. It’s so good!

Join Joanna Barker and I as we discuss her newest novel, To Charm a Lady. We dive into her process of creating characters, writing dual perspectives, and discuss some of our favorite moments.

Join A.L. Sowards and me as we discuss her newest novel, Beneath the Crescent Shadow! We dive into the history behind the book and talk about betrothals, zupas, and war.

We’re starting season two off with one of my favorite authors, Jentry Flint! Join us as we dive into her newest release, To Love the Brooding Baron, and talk about her inspiration, Shakespeare, asylums, and so much more.

Thank you so much for joining me for season one of Book Talk! I wanted to take a minute to thank you for supporting my dreams and answer a few audience questions.

Join Noah Wall and I as we dive into the world of audiobook narrating!

A.L. Sowards new series The Balkan Legends has finally begun releasing! Join us as we chat about the series as a whole and the prequel novella, After the Crescent Strike. We discuss her research, the Ottoman Empire, writing battle scenes and so much more!

Amanda Taylor is back to talk about her book Persuaded to Sea, the second book in the Royal Navy Regency series. Join us as we talk about her historical research, character development, and twist she didn’t see coming.

Join That One Guy and I as we dive into the world of children’s literature. We talk about the writing and illustration processes as well as Sam’s story inspirations.

We usually think of a wedding being the happily ever after, a fade to black, que the romantic music moment. In her debut novel, An Uncharted Devotion, Amanda Taylor flips the storyline and opens with the wedding. Proving that a happily ever after is really just the beginning.

Join Jessica, from Lovely Bookish Delights, and I as we discuss a few of our favorite reads from 2023.