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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 424: A chat with Demi Griffin

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2025/04/26

Biblical fiction author turned fantasy with an eleven-book series? Sign me up, please! Listen in to learn more about this Biblical allegory fantasy with a tie to "the first shall be last and the last shall be first." note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Releasing one book a month in 2025, The Illumination Chronicles combines seven epic novels with four novellas in this can't-put-it-down series. EEEP! From before the

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Episode 423: A Chat with Hope Toler Dougherty

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2025/04/21

A few years ago I read a book about a woman who visited Ireland and the ensuing story. Well, last month I chatted with her about her Forever Series and especially, Forever Free. Listen in and see why I am excited to check out this series (especially #4!) note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. I loved Hope's author history--from the book that people thought was about someone a lot like her to the opposite, to yet another opposite,

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Episode 422: A Chat with Becca Wierwille

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2025/04/19

Nothing says "sign me up now" than a new book from Becca Wierwille. I had the pleasure of reading an early copy of Road Trip Redemption, and boy was I thrilled. Listen in to see why. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Full of wonderful lessons that appear naturally within the story rather than feeling placed there for maximum impact (read: SERMON), Road Trip Redemption ends the fabulous Road Trip Series with a bang--and an

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Episode 421: A chat with Chawna Schroeder

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2025/04/14

If you love the children's classic, A Little Princess and story of Joseph from the Bible, imagine them set in a fantasy world filled with artists. Listen in while we talk about art academies and princes who don't want to be king! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Author of books like The Vault between Spaces and Beast, Chawna Schroeder does it again with a wonderful world of art and honor--and the things in between. Don't

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Episode 420: A Chat with Jeremiah Friedli

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2025/04/12

Seth has three weeks to save his sister. Just hack into the government and voila. All saved. No biggie. Ahem. Listen in and see what his sister's fate is if Seth fails! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. In a world with cameras everywhere, Jeremiah Friedli takes it to new levels in this sci-fi... well, he doesn't call it a thriller, but it sure feels like it might be one to me. If you liked Amanda G. Stevens' Haven Seekers

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Episode 419: A Chat with Allie Slocum

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2025/04/07

Christian chapter books for early readers are hard to find. Listen in and learn why Allie Slocum added subtle lessons about parts of speech in hers! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Where were these books when I was homeschooling young elementary kids? The stories look like heaps of fun, and a lesson or two along that way? Yes, please! Joseph O'Tooley and the Escape of Herb the Verb by Allie Slocum Every kid

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Episode 418: A Chat with Caitlin Miller

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2025/04/05

I love American homefront stories from WWII. Make them epistolary novels and, well, that makes them just about perfect. Listen in to learn more about Caitlin Miller's Our Yellow Tape Letters. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. When Caitlin Miller said she was inspired by Amy Lynn Green's Things We Didn't Say AND that Green endorsed the novel, well... I knew this book would be excellent! I've already started reading it,

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Episode 417: A Chat with Jennifer Mistmorgan

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2025/03/31

I'm so excited about the On Victory's Wings series by Jennifer Mistmorgan. We had a blast chatting and you won't want to miss out on the a mini brainstorming session we had. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. World War II had no end of amazing stories of heroism--in battle and on the home front. Sometimes it's a noble heart doing what might have been done at any time and in any situation but is made even more impressive by the

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Episode 416: A Chat with Kelli Galyean

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2025/03/29

When I read that Kelli Galyean's novel explores an unwanted abortion and the fallout that follows, I knew I had to read it. Listen in to discover the twist that cemented that decision. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Abortion is such a difficult topic to begin with, but when it's forced on you by parents looking out for their political ambitions... things get a whole new level of painful and complicated. Add to that

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Episode 415: A Chat with Cheri Swalwell

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2025/03/24

Cheri Swalwell has a fabulous series, the Redemption of Green Pines, is finally complete. Listen in to learn more about the entire series and specifically what you'll find in this award-winning conclusion. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. I love that Swalwell has brought the series "full circle" with this series. It's such a great way to wind it up. I also love the idea that we might get more from this world. EEEP.

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Episode 414: A Chat with Antony Barone Kolenc

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2025/03/22

I love it when authors get ideas and go into new directions with their writing because of it. For Antony Kolenc, his middle-grade/YA medieval mysteries are followed by a supernatural thriller exploring what would happen if they managed to have Jesus' blood and cloned Him today. Listen in to learn about what Antony did with the chilling possibilities of trying to play God in this technologically advanced age. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra

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Episode 413: A Chat with Hannah Currie

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2025/03/17

I don't know about you, but I love a good fairy tale... throw in a few twists and turns and an unlikely romantic lead, and you've got me hooked. Listen in and see why I'm eager to read the whole Crown of Promise series and especially, Hold Her Close. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Expectations, disappointments, out of character behavior, threats to the kingdom. What doesn't Hold Her Close have in store for us? Hanna

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Episode 412: A Chat with Zack Samo

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2025/03/15

What happens when you add apocalyptic elements to a dystopian world and splash a bit of sci-fi in it? Exodus 2065. Listen in as I chat with author Zach Samo about his exciting genre mashup! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. While I am not an expert on spec-fic, I've never quite heard of anything like this, especially in Christian Fiction, which I find refreshing. I also loved that Zack has created a lot of YouTube

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Episode 411: A Chat with Tara Johnson

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2025/03/10

One of the best things about historical fiction is when authors show parts that we might not know as much about. Listen in as I chat with Tara Johnson about the Irish slaves sent to the Americas and the abolitionists who tried to put a stop to slavery altogether! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Too few books show the full scope of the ugly slave trade in the 18th and 19th centuries, but Tara Johnson has kicked off an

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Episode 410: A Chat with Terri Reed

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2025/03/08

EEEP! Suspense and K-9 protection? What more could you want? How about it written by an author with lots of experience with fast-paced, exciting Christian romantic suspense novels under her belt? Listen in while Terri Reed and I chat about her latest Love Inspired Suspense novel. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Author of dozens of books,many of which are published by Love Inspired, Terri Reed knows how to deliver

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Episode 409: A Chat with Carrie Walker

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2025/03/03

Carrie Walker brings us back to the characters we met in Emma's Hero with Right Before Their Eyes and again tackles some really difficult topics. Listen in to learn why this series is one of my most anticipated reads! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. The Faith Endures series is really focused on Mason... but it shows him in the light of others and his interactions with them. So we see more than just his personal story. I

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Episode 408: A Chat with Kurt Mahler

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2025/03/01

Book two in the Jaguar Oracles series is out and wow! Things are getting intense in Texas! Listen in to see what adventures away in this next exciting installment note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. I seriously love the premise of this series. How often do we forget "our name" (our identity) in Christ and need a wakeup call! And is it just me or did we start this environmental mess in Eden? I mean, we didn't have to fight

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Episode 407: A Chat with E. B. North

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2025/02/24

I've always been a huge fan of children's fiction, and these new chapter books featuring a dog who thinks he's a knight fighting dragons in search of "the orb of power" and other adventures is exactly the kind of thing kids love! Listen in to hear about the exciting Kickstarter coming up. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. If singing, dancing vegetables (fruits, really) aren't your kids' thing, then perhaps dogs storming the

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Episode 406: A Chat with KyLee Woodley

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2025/02/22

Okay, Old West outlaws are a staple in Western fiction but... a reluctant outlaw? A French reluctant outlaw? Listen in to see why I was determined to read this book the minute I read the synopsis! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Kylee Woodley's new Outlaw Hearts series promises to be a fresh take on a familiar genre. We had a great time chatting about the books' settings, the history of the time, and more! The

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Episode 405: A Chat with Tabitha Caplinger

The Because Fiction Podcast ·

2025/02/17

Eclectic authors are right up my alley, and Tabitha Caplinger is no exception. Listen in and see why I bought The Castle Rose before we finished our interview! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Fantasy of all sorts (light or deep) seems to be Tabitha's strength, but when you mash up Beauty and the Beast with Phantom of the Opera and set it in New Orleans... Add in beignets and... well... score! The Castle Rose

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