Writing California’s Past: Ginny Kubitz Moyer on WWII, San Francisco and The Nutcracker (E185)
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.
“Tangles” & the Hidden History of Hanford Nuclear Site with Kay Smith-Blum (E184)
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.
Proof That Your TBR Might Actually Help You Live Longer (E183)
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.
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.