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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 451: A Chat with Sarah Hanks

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2025/07/30

Split-time fiction focusing on contemporary issues and complementing them with historical ones? YEAH. Because while no one has ever had the temptation of screens at every moment of the day, the principle of that temptation is timeless. Listen in to see why I think this series is brilliant. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. **Each book in the Sister in Arms Collection can be read as a standalone. The collection can be read in

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Episode 450: A chat with Emily Hanlon

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2025/07/26

Love a good mystery? Me too. That's why finding out that Emily Hanlon has a super cool series with two opposites as sleuths made me nearly dance (it would've been loud on the recording!). Listen in to find out my favorite elements we discussed (book 1 is here and I'm eager to dig in! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Books 1 and 2 are available and let's all read and review so we get a dozen more, because this just sounds so

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48:18

Episode 449: A Chat with Avellina Balestri

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2025/07/21

WHEW! Guys, I had the BEST conversation with Avellina Balestri--nearly FOUR hours of chatting. And somehow I cut it down to less than an hour (okay, we didn't record the first hour). But... WHOA. This woman's historical knowledge is phenomenal. Listen in to see why I can't WAIT to read this book! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Seriously, there is WAY too much for me to try to put into shown notes. Zip me a message or

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43:20

Episode 448: A Chat with Nancy Naigle

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2025/07/19

I fell in love with Nancy's writing with The Shell Collector. Imagine my joy when I discovered she has a SEQUEL! Eeep! Listen in and discover which characters you'll find in To Light the Way Forward and what's coming next for one of America's favorite authors! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. It's been three years since Nancy and I had a chance to talk, and in that time, she's been BUSY. So in addition to falling in love

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45:59

Episode 447: A Chat with Cate Touryan

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2025/07/14

When I read the first chapter of Turning Toward Eden, I laughed so hard and enjoyed it so much that I immediately flipped back to the beginning and read it again. Listen in to see why. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Cate Touryan has written a brilliant book that takes place in the early seventies on California's central coast. Amid family drama and the threat of local "commies," Eden is trying to figure out who she is

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29:45

Episode 446: A Chat with Rachel Chamberlayne

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2025/07/12

Debut novelist, Rachel Chamberlayne, has an office romance (sort of) that'll keep readers smiling. Listen in and see why I got the hint of a While You Were Sleeping vibe. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Chatting with Rachel was a blast--from story ideas to what's next, we got it all. Don't know about you, but I'm sold! Psst... I'm halfway through with the book and loving it. My Grumpy Editor by Rachel Chamberlayne

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35:58

Episode 445: A Chat with Michelle Griep

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2025/07/07

If archaeology and second chance romance in 19th-century England are your jam (and if not, shouldn't they be?), you won't want to miss Michelle Griep's Of Silver and Secrets. Listen in to learn about the new archaeological site, the new university, and a new couple working together despite themselves... note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Chatting about different sites in England, the different sorts of Roman artifacts, and

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Episode 444: A Chat with Rosey Lee

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2025/07/05

I was excited to see that Rosey Lee brought back more of the Gardins, and that she decided to take a difficult character and make her sympathetic--even likeable. Listen in as we discuss Martha Gardin and see what else is happening in Edin. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. I love it when authors take those annoying characters and give us reasons to give them a second chance. Martha Gardin can be a bit much. Okay, a LOT bit

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33:56

Episode 443: A Chat with Yvonne M. Morgan

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2025/06/30

I love it when authors take their adventures and passions and turn them into excellent stories for children that both show those passions AND entertain. Listen in to see how Yvonne M. Morgan did that with her Mary the Missionary story. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. I loved hearing about Yvonne's mission adventures and how she used them to tell her stories. I'm eager to read the book and to discover all the new

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53:44

Episode 442: A Chat with Liz Johnson

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2025/06/28

What happens when an author sets another book at the location of a few of your personal favorites? Squeals? Yep. Pumped fists? Absolutely. Impatience to get your grubby paws on it? Oh, yeah. Listen in to see why this book is making a big splash. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. There's something about how some authors can make you love what you generally wouldn't choose. Liz Johnson definitely fills that role for me. All

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35:43

Episode 441: A Chat with Shannon Sue Dunlap

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2025/06/23

If you've been waiting for the sequel to Love Overboard... It's HERE! And no... you don't want to miss it. Clara and the shippers are back, and the stakes are even higher. Listen in and hear all the fun stuff about this book (and how to help us beg for another one!) note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Okay, so talking about characters? CHECK. About research and fun? CHECK, CHECK. Learning about book three... RECORD

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Episode 440: A Chat with Jordan Millsaps

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2025/06/21

Queen of the alliterative series titles, Jordan Millsaps has a new one for us--Marriage on My Mind! Listen in as we chat about Mallory Bradford and her non-existent breakdown (or so she claims). See why I opened it up on Kindle the moment we got out of the interview and read as I cooked dinner. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Move over "Boyfriend in the Bargain" series, "Marriage on My Mind" is here, and we're kicking

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Episode 439: A Chat with Laura Thomas

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2025/06/20

Love suspense that keeps you convinced that nothing will ever go right again? Love characters you fall in love with on the first page? Love wondering how these guys are going to get out of the terrifying situations authors put them in? Well, you've not seen anything until you've read a Laura Thomas book. Listen in for a glimpse of what you'll find in her newest release, The Final Word. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you.

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Episode 438: A Chat with Margaret Philbrick

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2025/06/14

Oh, wow. When I read the synopsis for House of Honor by Margaret Ann Philbrick, I knew this was going to be a fabulous book. Forget all the endorsements and starred reviews, listen in to hear just how awesome this book is! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. When Margaret described the story within House of Honor, I not only learned a lot of art history, but I got a taste of Italy (sadly, without pasta and gelato...

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Episode 437: A Chat with Kristen Hogrefe Parnell

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2025/06/09

I don't know about you, but a book focused on Tampa's mafia? Sign me up! Listen in as I chat with Kristen Hogrefe Parnell and discover a side of Tampa I've never heard about! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Suspense... romance... organized crime... and a COAST GUARD VETERAN? Well, come on! Kristen gives us insight into this book and what is coming up next! Watch Your Back by Kristen Hogrefe Parnell You can’t

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32:31

Episode 436: A Chat with Suzanne Woods Fisher

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2025/06/07

Chatting with Suzanne Woods Fisher is always a pleasure, and this interview was delightful as well. Learning all about her new series got me excited to read her latest release, Capture the Moment. Listen in and see what's up with her national parks series! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Photography is something we don't see enough of in Christian fiction. Maybe I've just missed all the books, but I can only name a small

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37:57

Episode 435: A Chat with Rachel Keith

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2025/06/03

Nothing says excitement like a middle-grade fantasy, and well, Rachel Keith's Squad Rising sounds perfect to me. Listen in and see why I'm excited about this new series. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Rachel and I had a blast talking about the origin of this series, the videos she's made for YouTube (don't miss the Hershey's Kisses video!!!), and her little Calico Critters decked out to look like her characters. The

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Episode 434: A Chat with Lynn U. Watson

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2025/05/31

If you love historical fiction and want books set in places other than North America or England, Lynn U. Watson has a series for you. Listen in to see what you'll find in Frayed Promises. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Set in the late 19th century, Frayed Promises is full of family drama and life lessons we could all use a reminder on. Frayed Promises by Lynn U. Watson Sequel to The BookFest® Award Winner, Tangled

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Episode 433: A Chat with Megan Soja

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2025/05/26

I love American history, and finding tidbits of unknown or misunderstood/inaccurate ideas are some of my favorite ones to discover. Put it all in a boo about spies during the War for Independence? SOLD! Listen in to see what you'll find in Megan Soja's Secrets of the Revolution. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. In this episode we had a great conversation about what other realities of life were like during the colonial era

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38:42

Episode 432: A Chat with Crystal Caudill

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2025/05/24

Crystal Caudill is one of my favorite historical fiction authors, but when I found out that Written in Secret kicks off a new series that TIES INTO THE OLD ONE??? Totally jazzed. Listen in to find out about the goat. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. From a three-legged goat to someone killing off people and making an author look suspicious, what more can you expect??? Add in a heroine who not only writes as a man BUT..

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