From newsroom deadlines to psychological suspense, Jennifer van der Kleut shares how her background in journalism shaped her debut thriller, The Better Mother—and what it takes to step inside the mind of a villain.

In this episode, Jennifer N. Brown shares the story behind her debut novel, The Lost Book of Elizabeth Barton, a historical mystery inspired by a real lost manuscript. We talk about blending history and fiction, writing across dual timelines, and the freedom of stepping from academic research into storytelling.

In this episode, Janyre Tromp returns to Bookish Flights to talk about her newest novel, The Scorpion Thief—a Cold War story filled with Egyptian myth, political intrigue, and two estranged sisters caught in a dangerous game. We talk about the history behind the story, her writing process, and the books that shaped her along the way.

In this episode, Chelsea Bobulski joins me to talk about her latest novel, A Deal with a Debutante, and how she blends history with 90s rom-com charm. We chat about research, storytelling, and why the best love stories don’t just entertain us - they remind us how to show up in our own lives.

Amy Schweizer joins me to talk about military spouse life, raising kids through transition, and building a flexible career with purpose. We also dive into the story behind Tiny Troops Soccer and her heart for supporting military families.

Today's episode we have our BFF Book Club Meet the Author event. The BFF Book Club is a monthly literary adventure where you read the book, join the club and meet the author. I am thrilled to welcome Carmela Dutra to discuss A Murder Most Fowl.

In this episode of Bookish Flights, Kara Infante talks with journalist and author Sheila Hamilton about her memoir All the Things We Never Knew. Written after her late husband’s struggle with mental illness, the book explores grief, resilience, and the challenges families face while navigating the mental health system.

Navy spouse and entrepreneur Wendy Hively joins the show to talk about building a business while navigating military life, empowering women through entrepreneurship, and finding purpose through change.

In this episode of Bookish Flights, I’m joined by Katherine Scott Crawford to talk about historical fiction, remarkable women, and the rich history of the American South. We discuss her novel set in Charleston, the power of immersive storytelling, and why historical fiction offers readers a transportive experience that lingers long after the final page. If you love layered history and unforgettable women’s stories, this conversation is for you.

Faith, history, and forgiveness take center stage in this conversation with bestselling author Tracie Peterson. We discuss her latest novel, Faithful of Heart, the heart behind historical Christian romance, and why stories of hope still matter today.