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The Because Fiction Podcast

Exploring Christian Fiction from its early days to the most anticipated upcoming books. We love all fiction that points the reader to Jesus. Let"s talk books!

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Episode 324: A Chat with Deb & Bruce Potts

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2024/04/26

Ever wonder how a husband and wife team write a novel together? Did either have unrealistic expectations? Did they have to work through writing problems together? Was it fun? Listen in while I chat with Deb and Bruce Potts about their novel, Love on Life Support. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Marriage is a beautiful thing, but sometimes it becomes ill and needs a jump start. Enter Deb and Bruce Potts. After years of

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Episode 323: A Chat with Rebecca Carey Lyles

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2024/04/23

When an author tells me her book deals with cults, deception, and escape, well... what's not to love? Listen in and see why I'm eager to grab copies of this series by Rebecca Carey Lyles and start reading today! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Chatting with Rebecca Carey Lyles really gave me a hunger to check out her Children of the Light series. Seeing some of these polygamist cults through the eyes of those who might be

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Episode 322: A Chat with Sharon Srock

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2024/04/19

When I learned about Sharon Srock’s Crafted with Love series, I knew I wanted to know more. As an avid crafter myself, a series about a bunch of different artisans… eeep! Listen in to what kinds of women you’ll meet in this series! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. I love the concept for this series, but when I learned that Sharon’s next release was about a guy who comes back from the Vietnam War to find his sweetheart

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Episode 321: A Chat with Sarah Talbert

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2024/04/16

The riveting cover grabbed my attention. While not exactly what you expect for Biblical fiction, it had something that most Biblical fiction covers don’t. It asked a question as if taunting me to accept a challenge. “What’s in here?” it seemed to whisper. Well, after a chat with Sarah Talbert, I now know. Listen in and see why I think the book sounds awesome and why I love a cover that might surprise some. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra

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42:48

Episode 320: A Chat with Maryann Landers

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2024/04/06

Wow. If you love Alaska, seeing life through that rugged lens, and fiction that shines God's light on dark and/or difficult topics, then I think Maryann Landers is a great author to check out. Listen in and see why I listened to her newest release, A Call to Embrace within days of recording this episode. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Maryann Landers, like many authors, is inspired by people, places, and events she's

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Episode 319: A Chat with Bethany Klassen

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2024/04/06

I love a great western, but there aren't that many in Christian fiction anymore, but I had a chat with a new-to-me author, Bethany Klassen about her book, Sins of the Past. Listen in why I promptly ordered the book! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Set in Texas, Bethany Klassen's Sins of the Past explores a man hiding from a past he doesn't want to confront. We chatted about our love for western fiction, about her research

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34:37

Episode 318: A Chat with Mystery Author, JPC Allen

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2024/04/05

When I chatted with JPC Allen about their Riley Rae series, I hadn't read a word. Well, I've read it since chatting, and can I just say that if all YA series were like this, I'd read more YA? Listen in to see why. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. YA can sometimes be an emotionally angsty book choice, but Jennifer balanced her story in a way that didn't have that over-the-top feel you sometimes get. Instead, you get an excellent

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46:09

Episode 317: A Chat with the Amazing Xochitl Dixon

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2024/04/02

When I met Xochitl Dixon at a Christian Writer's Conference back in like 2017ish, I had no idea that seven or so years later, I'd be chatting with her on my podcast (didn't know what they were back then) about her children's picture books! All I knew was an amazing woman who spent the whole time praying for everyone. She was a blessing then, and she was a blessing the night we had our chat. Listen in and see what I mean. Note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at

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Episode 316: A Chat with Ashlyn McKayla Ohm

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2024/03/29

Chatting with Ashlyn McKayla Ohm about her upcoming release, Why the Mountains Stand, reminded me of how often I see myself in characters and learn from their lessons (and hopefully avoid having to make some of the same mistakes in the process). Listen in to how that happened for Ashlyn in this episode. Note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. This Time She's Climbed All the Way to Canada! As if the Rockies weren't enough, Ashlyn Ohm

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Episode 315: A Chat with Lynn Austin

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2024/03/26

Having been a long-time fan of Lynn Austin, I was thrilled to get to have a chat with her about her new, Gilded-Age generational saga, All My Secrets. Listen in as we chat about favorite books, the impact the women in our lives have on us, and what it means to trust the Lord's plan for our lives. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Why I Love When Great Authors Write in Multiple Genres! Look, I get it when an author finds his or her

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Episode 314: A Chat with Karin Beery

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2024/03/22

If you love modern marriages of convenience, redeemed characters, and Dancing with the Stars you'll want to check out Karin Beery's books. Listen in to see which of these you'll find in her most recent book, Finally Forever. Note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Waltz Through This Romance with a Few Laughs, Too! Author of a few books that have now made it onto my TBR, Karin Beery approaches life with humor and her books with kisses. Or

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41:09

Episode 313: A Chat with Malissa Chapin

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2024/03/19

I had a blast chatting with Malissa Chapin about her split-time novel, her Christmas novella, and especially her cozy mystery series. Listen in to what happens when you need to know if a body fits in a piano crate! Note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Ever wondered how often authors get something wrong and have to change a story? Ever wonder if we ever put our favorite places in our books? What about when we decide to put something in

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32:31

Episode 312: A Chat with Jordan Millsaps (finally!)

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2024/03/15

Ahh... I thought I'd found all the episodes that got lost in the wake of the great mess that was my December, but guys. I found another one. You missed out on the exciting rom-com series that I got to chat about with Jordan Millsaps back in... October I think! But I found episodes and checked and yep. She was supposed to be early December... and it never happened. Here she is with fun stories that I'm still excited to talk about! (Sorry, Jordan!) note: links may be affiliate links that provide me

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Episode 311: A Chat with Marie Sontag about a New...

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2024/03/12

Marie Sontag writes youth fiction blending fictional characters with historical people to create a great story. From ancient times to westward expansion to WWII Poland, her books make history come alive. Listen in to what you'll find in her latest series! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. In Difficult Times, People of All Ages Discover Their True Characters The first time I chatted with Marie Sontag (listen HERE), I learned about

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23:58

Episode 310: A Chat with Laura Conaway about Romantic...

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2024/03/08

While not technically a debut author, Laura Conaway is, however, a debut Love Inspired Suspense author! Her book, Silencing the Witness just came out in January. Listen in to see why I am extra excited about this one! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. What Is It about Photo Recognition Suspense Novels, Anyway? Look, I don't know about you, but ever since I read Dee Henderson's Danger in the Shadows, I've loved a story where

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40:58

Episode 309: A Chat with Antony Barone Kolenc

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2024/03/05

Last time I talked to Antony Barone Kolenc, I was enthralled with the idea of his Harwood Mysteries. Well, all those awards he's won, I think the books live up to the idea, don't you? Well, with a new one released at the end of last year and another coming this year, plus another book and a new series in the works... well, listen in. We've got a lot to talk about. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. These Are Exactly My Favorite

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Episode 308: A Chat with Romcom Author, Jessica Kate

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2024/03/02

What do you get when you mix faith, family, and small towns? Well with Jessica Kate's latest release, Drive You Crazy, you get a hilarious "loathe to love" romcom in her new Amity Creek series! Listen in to learn more! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Jessica Kate, author of A Girl's Guide to the Outback and Love and Other Mistakes, has a fun new small-town romcom series set in Washington State. I mean, she had me at "romcom"

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44:41

Episode 307: A Chat with Debut Novelist, Nancy C....

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2024/03/01

Anyone who knows Nancy C. Williams knows that she can tell a great story. I've sat around tables listening to her tales for years and never get tired of it. Listen in to the stories she tells about Siberia, Seabees, wasps (not capitalized), and FedEx. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. What Do Houses with Chicken Legs Have to Do with Russian MIGs? Nancy C. Williams has been writing advertising copy and other professional works

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Episode 306: A Chat with Rachel D. Russell about It's...

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2024/02/27

The "world" of Deep Haven has a new spin-off--"The Fox Family" and Rachel D. Russell's book, It's Your Love, is second in the line-up. Listen in to learn about this series and about Rachel's book in it! note: links may be affiliate links and may provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Despite All Appearances, This Author Wasn't "Horsing Around." Sorry. Couldn't resist. What could be better than a horse camp and two messed up people who need each other to make their dreams

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35:03

Episode 305: A Chat with Jill Eileen Smith about...

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2024/02/24

After tons of research with little information to draw on, Jill Eileen Smith has written a "what could have been" novel that releases February 27th (with a big party on Facebook, too!). Listen in to learn more about The Ark and the Dove. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. What Kind of Woman Gets in a Boat to Avoid a Little Rain? After her Daughter of Eden and the story of what might have been with Eve in the Garden, its shouldn't

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