Sara R. Turnquist

Soul & Story

Arts EN ↓ 66 episodes

I’m a coffee lovin’, word slinging, clean Historical Romance author whose super power is converting caffeine into novels. I love those odd tidbits of history that are stranger than fiction. That’s what inspires me. Well, that and a good love story.

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Sara R. Turnquist

Episodes

EP 41 - The Importance of Reading Craft Books 22.04.2025 31:47

Today, we discuss the importance of reading books on the craft of writing. We must keep learning. Thankfully, there are so many books available for us. We can learn about plotting, character development, and writing good dialogue. Listen in as we talk about some of our favorite books and authors. Share with us what you are reading? We love hearing from you! Authors and books mentioned: James Scott...

EP 40: The Importance of All Kinds of Grief 15.04.2025 27:53

Today, we will discuss grief in all its forms. Join us as we talk about the grief we have had in our lives. We will share how it has affected us and how we deal with it. ==== Grab a FREE copy of Hope in Cripple Creek! https://saraturnquist.com/hope-in-cripple-creek/ ==== GET MORE: - Get a FREE novella ebook at https://SaraTurnquist.com/list/ - Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/author...

EP 39: The Importance of Making Your Bed 08.04.2025 28:30

Welcome to the first-ever episode of Soul & Story! Sara & Cindy discuss the importance of making your bed every day! Do you make your bed every day? Why or why not? Join us as we discuss this issue, and be sure to share your opinion! ==== Grab a FREE copy of Hope in Cripple Creek! https://saraturnquist.com/hope-in-cripple-creek/ ==== GET MORE: - Get a FREE novella ebook at https://SaraTurn...

Ep 38: The Importance of Having Pets 31.03.2025 27:37

Do you ever wonder why we have pets? They can demand a lot of our attention and energy. There are benefits to having a pet in your life. Join Sara and Cindy as they discuss why having a pet can be an important addition to your life. ==== Grab a FREE copy of Hope in Cripple Creek! https://saraturnquist.com/hope-in-cripple-creek/ ==== GET MORE: - Get a FREE novella ebook at https://SaraTurnquist.com...

EP 37: The Importance of Tough Choices 24.03.2025 35:29

Making decisions for your family can be a challenge. Join us today as we discuss how we make decisions that are not always popular. Grab a FREE copy of Hope in Cripple Creek ! https://saraturnquist.com/hope-in-cripple-creek/ GET MORE: Get a FREE novella ebook at https://SaraTurnquist.com/list/ Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorsararturnquist/ #historicalromance © 2025 Sara R. T...

EP 36: The Importance of Seasons Changing 17.03.2025 23:46

Our years are made up of seasons. How do you handle life when the seasons change? Join Sara today as she discusses the importance of how to navigate seasons changing. Grab a FREE copy of Hope in Cripple Creek! https://saraturnquist.com/hope-in-cripple-creek/ GET MORE: Get a FREE novella ebook at https://SaraTurnquist.com/list/ Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorsararturnquist/ #...

EP 35: The Importance of Knowing Yourself 11.03.2025 28:27

Grab a FREE copy of Hope in Cripple Creek! https://trnq.st/t044 GET MORE: Get a FREE novella ebook at https://SaraTurnquist.com/list/ Check out Sara's store at https://store.saraturnquist.com and grab some cool merch! Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorsararturnquist/ Got questions or suggestions for future topics? Drop ‘em in the comments! #historicalromance (C) 2025 Sara R. Tu...

EP 34: The Importance of Boundaries 04.03.2025 19:50

Sara is back from her trip and ready to share some insights from taking a break and setting limits. Join us and feel encouraged as you learn to set boundaries in your own life. Grab a FREE copy of Hope in Cripple Creek! https://saraturnquist.com/hope-in-cripple-creek/ GET MORE: Get a FREE novella ebook at https://SaraTurnquist.com/list/ Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorsarartu...

EP 33: The Importance of Taking Break 25.02.2025 10:57

Do you have trouble taking breaks? We all struggle with feeling guilty for taking breaks. Join Sara today as she talks about the importance of taking breaks. Grab a FREE copy of Hope in Cripple Creek! https://saraturnquist.com/hope-in-cripple-creek/ GET MORE: Get a FREE novella ebook at https://SaraTurnquist.com/list/ Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorsararturnquist/ Got questi...

EP 32: The Importance of Good Critique Group 18.02.2025 9:10

Why is it important to have a critique group as an author? How do you find one? Join Sara as she shares how having a good critique group has helped her as a writer. Grab a FREE copy of Hope in Cripple Creek! https://saraturnquist.com/hope-in-cripple-creek/ GET MORE: Get a FREE novella ebook at https://SaraTurnquist.com/list/ Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorsararturnquist/ Got...

EP 31: The Importance of a Good Planner 11.02.2025 19:29

Do you love planners? Do you have a hard time finding the right one? Join Sara as she shares how she chooses her planner! Grab a FREE copy of Hope in Cripple Creek! https://saraturnquist.com/hope-in-cripple-creek/ GET MORE: Get a FREE novella ebook at https://SaraTurnquist.com/list/ Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorsararturnquist/ Got questions or suggestions for future topics...

EP 30: Things can be REALLY tough during the SAD season! | Writing with Depression 05.02.2025 8:17

Are YOU trying to write while suffering from depression? You are not alone. ==== Grab a FREE copy of Hope in Cripple Creek! https://trnq.st/t044 ==== GET MORE: - Get a FREE novella ebook at https://SaraTurnquist.com/list/ - Check out Sara's store at https://store.saraturnquist.com and grab some cool merch! - Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorsararturnquist/ Got questions or...

EP 29: "That is when I carried you" | Depression Devotional 11.12.2024 6:34

Every feel like you're on your own? God is there, even when you DON'T feel His presence! ==== Grab a FREE copy of Hope in Cripple Creek! https://trnq.st/t044 ==== GET MORE: - Get a FREE novella ebook at https://SaraTurnquist.com/list/ - Check out Sara's store at https://store.saraturnquist.com and grab some cool merch! - Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorsararturnquist/ Got que...

EP 28: You like a good fairy tale? | Book Review 13.11.2024 3:10

You ever read a fairy tale...set in Texas?? ==== Grab a FREE copy of Hope in Cripple Creek! https://trnq.st/t044 ==== GET MORE: - Get a FREE novella ebook at https://SaraTurnquist.com/list/ - Check out Sara's store at https://store.saraturnquist.com and grab some cool merch! - Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorsararturnquist/ Got questions or suggestions for future topics? Drop...

EP 27: Want to reach your peeps? | Book Review 06.11.2024 3:54

There is ONE book that is recommended all across the land. One book that will help you reach your audience, whether we're talking author/software geek/professional POP collector...find out what it is! Grab a copy of that awesome book: https://amzn.to/3UHynOl ==== Grab a FREE copy of Hope in Cripple Creek! https://trnq.st/t044 ==== GET MORE: - Get a FREE novella ebook at https://SaraTurnquist.com/l...

EP 26: "I was wrong!" | Reading Time 30.10.2024 12:43

Dorothy is ready to let Owen have it...until SOMETHING changes! What could it be? ==== Grab a FREE copy of Hope in Cripple Creek! https://trnq.st/t044 ==== GET MORE: - Get a FREE novella ebook at https://SaraTurnquist.com/list/ - Check out Sara's store at https://store.saraturnquist.com and grab some cool merch! - Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorsararturnquist/ Got questions...

EP 25: Free Marketing Tools | Author Tips 24.10.2024 6:12

Looking for some inexpensive/free tools to market your book? Check out this video! ==== Grab a FREE copy of Hope in Cripple Creek! https://trnq.st/t044 ==== GET MORE: - Get a FREE novella ebook at https://SaraTurnquist.com/list/ - Check out Sara's store at https://store.saraturnquist.com and grab some cool merch! - Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorsararturnquist/ Got questions...

EP 24: There is goodness in sorrow? Ecclesiastes 7:3 09.10.2024 5:16

The bible tells us there is goodness in sorry. But why? What positive can come from something so negative? ==== Grab a FREE copy of Hope in Cripple Creek! https://trnq.st/t044 ==== GET MORE: - Get a FREE novella ebook at http://SaraTurnquist.com/list/ - Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorsararturnquist/ Got questions or suggestions for future topics? Drop ‘em in the comments! #h...

EP 23: A Diagnosis That Is Tough To Deal With | Writing With Depression October 2024 02.10.2024 4:03

Health issues can be tough on your writing career. What does it take to get through it all? ==== Grab a FREE copy of Hope in Cripple Creek! https://trnq.st/t044 ==== GET MORE: - Get a FREE novella ebook at http://SaraTurnquist.com/list/ - Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorsararturnquist/ Got questions or suggestions for future topics? Drop ‘em in the comments! #historicalromanc...

EP 22: "You got something to say?" | Reading Time 18.09.2024 7:09

Owen Miller has SOMETHING to say. That's for sure. Does he have the gumption to say it? Find out why in this section of THESE GOLDEN YEARS! ==== Grab a FREE copy of Hope in Cripple Creek! https://trnq.st/t044 ==== GET MORE: - Get a FREE novella ebook at http://SaraTurnquist.com/list/ - Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorsararturnquist/ Got questions or suggestions for future...

EP 21: How to draw in your reader | Author Tips 11.09.2024 7:52

Want to make your story more engaging? Want to draw in the reader? Find out in this video! ==== Grab a FREE copy of Hope in Cripple Creek! https://trnq.st/t044 ==== GET MORE: - Get a FREE novella ebook at http://SaraTurnquist.com/list/ - Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorsararturnquist/ Got questions or suggestions for future topics? Drop ‘em in the comments! #historicalromance...

EP 20: One Step at a Time - Psalm 119:205 | Depression Devotional 04.09.2024 5:36

We often don't see the full path before us. Instead, we must walk with God step-by-step. ==== Grab a FREE copy of Hope in Cripple Creek! https://trnq.st/t044 ==== GET MORE: - Get a FREE novella ebook at http://SaraTurnquist.com/list/ - Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorsararturnquist/ Got questions or suggestions for future topics? Drop ‘em in the comments! #historicalroman...

EP 19: Too Much Focus On Others? | Writing with Depression July 2024 28.08.2024 4:53

Do you focus enough attention on yourself? Or is all your energy spent on others? ==== Grab a FREE copy of Hope in Cripple Creek! https://trnq.st/t044 ==== GET MORE: - Get a FREE novella ebook at http://SaraTurnquist.com/list/ - Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorsararturnquist/ Got questions or suggestions for future topics? Drop ‘em in the comments! #historicalromance (C) 2024...

EP 18: Serving up Love | Book Review 07.08.2024 3:18

Every heard of the historical Harvey Girls? Find out what they did and why they were so influential amidst this sweet historical novella. Grab a copy today! https://trnq.st/ymdc ==== Grab a FREE copy of Hope in Cripple Creek! https://trnq.st/t044 ==== GET MORE: - Get a FREE novella ebook at http://SaraTurnquist.com/list/ - Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorsararturnquist/ Got q...

EP 17: Those men are a HANDFUL! | Reading Time 31.07.2024 5:52

Dorothy sure is fired up about Owen's activities! Find out why in this section of THESE GOLDEN YEARS! ==== Grab a FREE copy of Hope in Cripple Creek! https://trnq.st/t044 ==== GET MORE: - Get a FREE novella ebook at http://SaraTurnquist.com/list/ - Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorsararturnquist/ Got questions or suggestions for future topics? Drop ‘em in the comments! #hi...