I’m joined by debut author and middle school ELA teacher Connie Richardson to talk about writing in the niche between middle grade and YA, often called lower YA. We discuss her debut novel Rapid City Summer, how teaching shapes her storytelling, and why books with unique, lesser-known topics can help readers of all ages expand their worldview.

What happens when you realize you’ve taken care of everyone but yourself? In this episode, Kara chats with Shari Biery, NBC-HWC, about midlife, motherhood, and reclaiming purpose after years of putting yourself last. From listening to your body to rediscovering your identity, this conversation is a reminder that caring for yourself isn’t selfish — it’s essential. It’s your turn to put yourself back on the list.

Join host Kara Infante as she chats with author Angela Bell about her whimsical historical romances, including A Lady’s Guide to Marvel and Misadventure and her upcoming novel A Lady’s Handbook to Gadgets and Guile. Discover the inspiration behind her quirky characters, playful book hooks, and the heartfelt lessons she’s learned through writing.

Step into WWII-era San Francisco as Ginny Kubitz Moyer shares the stories and research behind her California-set historical fiction. The World at Home.

In today’s episode, I am chatting with Kay Smith-Blum about her novel, Tangles. Kay shares the real history that inspired her story, including the secretive past of the Hanford Nuclear Site, months of research through oral histories and archives, and the unsettling realities of nuclear waste.

Discover how daily reading may boost longevity. Kara breaks down the Yale study linking book reading to longer life and explores print vs. audio brain benefits.

Discover author Arlon Jay Staggs as he talks magical realism, Southern storytelling, and the writing journey behind Leta Pearl’s Love Biscuits.

Award-winning author Sarah Monzon joins us to discuss her latest novel, Hearts in Circulation, part of the Checking Out Love series. We chat about representation in fiction, life as a military spouse, and the joy of discovering new libraries wherever the journey leads.

In today’s episode, I am chatting with Marina Rubin about her short story collection, Knockout Beauty and Other Afflictions.

In today’s episode, I am chatting with award-winning author, Tessa Afshar, on her latest novel, The Royal Artisan.