Finding Home in Fiction: Arlon Jay Staggs on Magical Realism & Southern Storytelling (E182)
Discover author Arlon Jay Staggs as he talks magical realism, Southern storytelling, and the writing journey behind Leta Pearl’s Love Biscuits.
Libraries, Representation, & Life on the Move: Chatting with Author Sarah Monzon (E181)
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.
Complex Relationships & The Art of the Short Story with Marina Rubin (E180)
In today’s episode, I am chatting with Marina Rubin about her short story collection, Knockout Beauty and Other Afflictions.
Bringing the Bible to Life Through Story: Tessa Afshar on The Royal Artisan and Writing Biblical Fiction (E179)
In today’s episode, I am chatting with award-winning author, Tessa Afshar, on her latest novel, The Royal Artisan.
Grace, Love, and Second Chances: Chatting Christian Romance with Kelly Jo Wilson (E178)
In today’s episode, I am chatting with Kelly Jo Wilson about her debut novel, Finding Forevermore.
BFF Book Club - The Bitter End Birding Society with Amanda Cox (E177)
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 Amanda Cox to discuss The Bitter End Birding Society.
Strong Women in Harsh Climates with Denise Smith Cline (E176)
In this episode, I am chatting with Denise Smith Cline about her latest novel, The Resettlement of Vesta Blonik.
Motherhood, Military Life, and the Oregon Trail: A Chat with Kaci Curtis (E175)
Kara chats with debut author Kaci Curtis about her novel Along the Trail. Kaci shares how growing up near the start of the Oregon Trail inspired her love for historical fiction, what it’s like balancing motherhood and writing, and how the adventures of military life have shaped her creativity.
Exploring Fathers, Sons, and the Lowcountry: Author Scott Gould on Peace Like a River (E173)
In today’s episode, I am chatting with Scott Gould about his latest novel, Peace Like a River.
BFF Book Club - What the Silent Say with Emerson Ford (E172)
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 Emerson Ford to discuss What the Silent Say.