The Christian Romance Podcast

Kelly Jo Wilson
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Welcome to the Christian Romance Podcast, where we go behind the books with inspiring Christian romance authors, exploring faith, love, and the journey that brings the story to life.

  1. Interview with Ciara Knight: Healing, Faith, and Finding Hope in “Healing the Veteran”

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    Interview with Ciara Knight: Healing, Faith, and Finding Hope in “Healing the Veteran”

    Interview with USA Today and Publisher’s Weekly bestselling author Ciara Knight, whose “Southern Grace to Western Embrace” stories have captured the hearts of over a million readers. In this inspiring conversation, Ciara shares the real-life inspiration behind her new Love Inspired release, Healing the Veteran—a story about a wounded hero, a spirited physiotherapist, and a dog who brings them together. From overcoming childhood challenges to transforming pain into purpose through faith-filled fiction, Ciara opens up about how God turned her writing into a ministry of hope. We also dive into the heart of her characters, Ace and Jolene, exploring themes of faith, redemption, and second chances set in the small-town charm of Willow Oaks, Georgia. Listen to the episode here. Meet Ciara Knight Ciara Knight is a USA Today and Publisher’s Weekly bestselling author, celebrated for her “Southern Grace to Western Embrace” stories that have captured the hearts of over a million readers. With more than fifty published novels, Ciara is known for crafting heartwarming, faith-filled romances that inspire and uplift. A USA Today Bestselling and award-winning author, Ciara draws inspiration from her husband, her children, and her lifelong dream of sailing the world. Visit ciaraknight.com for her latest book news, adventures, and exclusive reader updates. Get Ciara's Books here Bible Verse for Encouragement Isaiah 40:28 (NKJV) “Have you not known? Have you not heard? The everlasting God, the Lord,The Creator of the ends of the earth,Neither faints nor is weary.His understanding is unsearchable.” Ciara's New Book: Healing the Veteran A K-9 in needcould help open his closed-off heart.Haunted by a disastrous military mission, wounded veteran Ace Gatlin vows to live alone on his farm so he can never fail anyone again. However, this doesn’t discourage his determined neighbor, physiotherapist Jolene Pearl, who shows up at his door with a troubled K-9 desperate for a home. Jolene is sure the two injured warriors need each other, and soon, their joint efforts to rehabilitate sweet Bear chip away at the shrapnel lodged in Ace’s heart. But when a catastrophic tornado strikes Willow Oaks, more than just their budding relationship is put to the test. Can Jolene help Ace see himself as worthy of happily-ever-after?From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.K-9 Companions Series 💞 Tropes in Healing the Veteran Grumpy/Sunshine Wounded Veteran Opposites Attract Small-Town Romance Second Chances Found Family / Community Faith Restoration Healing Through Love Medical Romance (Therapist Heroine) K9 Companion Matchmaker 🐾 Weather Disaster (Tornado) Get your copy today! Amazon Harlequin Get updates on our themed book giveaways Enter the most current book giveaway on ChristianRomancePodcast.com and sign up for our email list. Kelly’s Personal Update Thank you so much to everyone who has supported me during the Kickstarter! I’m so grateful for you! Finding Forevermore is available for preorder today on Amazon! Her family secrets. His guilt. One road trip that changes everything. Raven Cunningham has built a quiet life between the shelves of a small-town bookshop, ghostwriting stories for others while hiding her own. She’s long believed her father abandoned her, until a letter from her late grandmother reveals a shocking truth. Convinced the reclusive author J.C. Nevermore is her father, Raven sets out to uncover the real story. When her childhood friend Cole Walker, a former Army medic wrestling with his own scars, offers to help, she’s not sure if she can trust him . . . or herself. As they chase clues and revisit old memories, what begins as a search for answers becomes a journey toward something deeper.

    41 min
  2. Interview with Laura Thomas: Writing Romance, Baking Dreams & Surrendering to God’s Timing

    6D AGO

    Interview with Laura Thomas: Writing Romance, Baking Dreams & Surrendering to God’s Timing

    Interview with Laura Thomas, author of The Final Word, is an absolute treat for fans of Christian romantic suspense. In this inspiring and heartwarming episode, Laura shares her long-buried dream of becoming a writer, the sweet support of her husband, and how she transitioned from children’s magazine stories to heart-racing romantic suspense. We dive into her latest release, The Final Word, the second book in her Bite of Betrayal series, and talk all things writing, baking, and trusting God’s timing. With themes of surrender, sisterhood, and second chances, this episode is packed with encouragement for both readers and writers. Get ready to swoon over Miles Morgan (yes, an opera singer!) and root for Sophie as she navigates love, loss, and a haunting mystery that follows her from Paris to the English countryside. Listen to the episode here. Meet Laura Thomas A published, award-winning Christian author, Laura writes heartwarming encouragement for your soul—especially in her numerous romantic suspense novels, as well as her teen fiction, marriage, and children’s books. Laura is a hope*writers certified writing coach, a book-loving chocoholic mom and nanny, and is married to her high school sweetheart. Originally from the UK, they now live the empty nest life in Kelowna, British Columbia, with their French bulldog!    Visit Laura's Website Follow Laura Bible Verse for Encouragement Proverbs 3:5–6 (NKJV):“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He shall direct your paths.” Laura Thomas's New Book: The Final Word When aspiring author Sophie Brooks chooses to trade a vibrant Paris life for the tranquility of a quaint English village, she imagines her final days in the City of Lights will be magical. Sophie doesn’t anticipate a chilling encounter with an old flame—nor does she plan to find a new love on her very last night. Miles Morgan’s life has been defined as a successful opera singer—until now. His chance encounter with Sophie in Paris ignites renewed hope ... if he can figure out his next chapter and if she can accept what his future may hold. In the heart of the English countryside, Sophie and Miles’ fairy tale romance turns into a noxious nightmare as the darkness of Sophie’s past—and her volatile ex—catch up with her. Both Sophie and Miles must surrender everything to the One they thought had betrayed them as they lean into love and fight for their lives. 💞 Tropes in The Final Word Love at First Sight Second Chance at Love Artist + Artist (Writer & Opera Singer) Sisterhood / Found Family Surrender to God Past Trauma / Haunted by the Ex English Countryside Setting Story-Within-a-Story (Main character is a writer) Cinderella Vibes (via a modern fairy tale manuscript) “Too Good to Be True” Love Interest Big Move / Fresh Start Small Town with Big Secrets Page-Turning Suspense Get your copy today! Amazon Get updates on our themed book giveaways Enter the most current book giveaway on ChristianRomancePodcast.com and sign up for our email list. Kelly’s Personal Update Thank you so much to everyone who has supported me during the Kickstarter! I’m so grateful for you! Finding Forevermore is available for preorder today on Amazon! Her family secrets. His guilt. One road trip that changes everything. Raven Cunningham has built a quiet life between the shelves of a small-town bookshop, ghostwriting stories for others while hiding her own. She’s long believed her father abandoned her, until a letter from her late grandmother reveals a shocking truth. Convinced the reclusive author J.C. Nevermore is her father, Raven sets out to uncover the real story. When her childhood friend Cole Walker,

    40 min
  3. Interview with Kate Angelo: From Foster Care to Faith-Filled Suspense and Second-Chance Romance

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    Interview with Kate Angelo: From Foster Care to Faith-Filled Suspense and Second-Chance Romance

    Interview with Publishers Weekly bestselling author Kate Angelo, whose journey from foster care to bestselling romantic suspense novelist is nothing short of inspiring. In this powerful and heartfelt episode, Kate opens up about how her past experiences shaped the redemptive, action-packed love stories she writes today. We dive deep into the heart behind her latest book Girl Lost—the first in her King Legacy series—featuring themes of abandonment, healing, and what it truly means to be found. She also shares about the incredible nonprofit she runs with her husband, equipping couples to build strong, godly marriages. This episode is packed with truth, hope, healing—and a whole lot of heart. Listen to the episode here. Meet Kate Angelo Kate Angelo is the Publishers Weekly bestselling author of Hunting the Witness, Selah Award winner of Deadly Holiday Hijack, and Amazon Top 100 Bestseller of Driving Force. Kate works alongside her husband championing stronger marriages and families. Her journey from foster care to bestselling author fuels her fast-paced romantic suspense, where flawed characters discover hope and healing through life’s fiercest trials and relationships. When she’s not putting fictional people through the wringer, she’s out creating real-life happily-ever-afters at conferences and events nationwide. Learn more about Kate at KateAngelo.com. Visit Kate's website here Follow Kate Bible Verse for Encouragement Romans 15:13 (NKJV):“Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” Kate Angelo's New Book: Girl Lost A LOST BABYLuna Rosati found acceptance and comfort with her childhood foster family, but when she became pregnant at sixteen, she gave the baby up for adoption and left without a word. Now a CIA counterintelligence officer, Luna wants to reconcile her fractured sense of self by finding the only blood family she has--the teenage daughter she's never met. As Luna closes in on learning the girl's identity with the help of her mentor, Stryker, she prepares to meet him in her old neighborhood--the last place she wants to be. Then Stryker is captured.   AN INESCAPABLE PASTSpecial Agent Corbin King changed his last name to escape the shadow of his convicted father serving a life sentence. When he runs into Luna, the object of his failed teenage romance, the two must put their pasts aside and work together to expose a secret that someone's willing to kill for.A DEADLY THREATBut when they encounter a kidnapping, missing bodies, and murder, the secrets Corbin and Luna are keeping from one another are only the beginning of the threat they face with more than their own lives at stake."Kate Angelo skillfully unveils the savagery of greed under the pretense of good."--DIANN MILLS, bestselling writer"An exciting story that will capture readers' emotions while also taking them on a pulse-pounding, suspenseful roller coaster ride they won't soon forget."--NANCY MEHL, author of the Erin Delaney Mysteries 💞 Tropes in Girl Lost Second-chance romance Found family Secret baby / Adoption Reunited after years apart Redemption arc Forced proximity Tough heroine with a vulnerable past Protective hero with emotional baggage Strong spiritual thread / faith-based healing Dual timelines (past + present relationship development) Get your copy today! Amazon Get updates on our themed book giveaways Enter the most current book giveaway on ChristianRomancePodcast.com and sign up for our email list. Kelly’s Personal Update Thank you so much to everyone who has supported me during the Kickstarter! I’m so grateful for you! Finding Forevermore is available for preorder today on Amazon! Her family secrets. His guilt.

    46 min
  4. Interview with Mary Connealy: Treasure Hunts, Found Family & Cowboy Romance in “Legends of Gold”

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    Interview with Mary Connealy: Treasure Hunts, Found Family & Cowboy Romance in “Legends of Gold”

    In this episode, the hilarious and heartfelt Mary Connealy shares the inspiration behind her newest release, Legends of Gold, the second book in her Golden State Treasure series. From orphan trains to long-lost journals, this story dives deep into adventure, found family, and faith with Mary’s signature cowboy romantic comedy style. Mary unpacks the heart behind her themes—what it means to lay up treasure in heaven, why family (biological or chosen) matters so deeply, and how God uses broken stories for beautiful purposes. Plus, we chat about Tilda and Josh’s sizzling (and slightly chaotic) start, the troublemaker brothers with gold fever, and all the historical twists that make this Western romance unputdownable. Listen to the episode here. Meet Mary Connealy Bestselling author Mary Connealy, who is renowned for her unique blend of Western romance and humor, unveils the first book in her highly anticipated GOLDEN STATE TREASURE series, Whispers of Fortune. Transporting readers to the frontier of 1875 California, Connealy weaves a gripping narrative of family bonds, hidden treasures, and an unlikely love story that blooms amid the rugged landscape of the Wild West. Visit Mary Connealy's website Facebook Group Petticoats and Pistols click here Follow Mary Bible Verse for Encouragement Matthew 6:20 (NKJV)“But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal.” Mary Connealy's New Book: Legends of Gold On a risky treasure hunt in the rugged wilderness, can love trump all odds?After years of solitude, Tilda Muirhead's life takes an unexpected twist when she accepts a teaching position at Two Harts Ranch following her cross-country pursuit of two brothers obsessed with a treasure map left by their grandfather. Tilda is now tasked with educating those mischievous MacKenzie boys, who are bent on remaining out west with the rest of their family until they find the hoped-for treasure. Then a man named Ben arrives, claiming to be her own long-lost brother. Raised as an orphan with no memory of her past, Tilda is both fascinated and wary of Ben's sudden interest in finding her.When Ben's motives grow increasingly suspect, rancher Josh Hart suggests Tilda and the young MacKenzies set off on a quest with him that aims to protect Tilda while unearthing the map's secrets. As they explore the wilderness, Tilda becomes captivated by the history behind the map, though she doubts it leads to anything more than old artifacts. Yet danger looms ever closer, and Tilda and Josh must rely on faith and their blossoming love to navigate the treacherous path ahead. 💞 Tropes in Legends of Gold Marriage of convenience Found family Enemies-to-lovers (with a twist of frenemies!) Treasure hunt / Lost gold mystery Orphan train backdrop Grumpy vs sunshine (Josh & Tilda vibes) Brother’s best friend-ish Wounded hero Fish-out-of-water heroine Small town / ranch setting Secret past / surprise family reunion Get your copy today! Amazon Baker Book House Get updates on our themed book giveaways Enter the most current book giveaway on ChristianRomancePodcast.com and sign up for our email list. Kelly’s Personal Update Thank you so much to everyone who has supported me during the Kickstarter! I’m so grateful for you! Finding Forevermore is available for preorder today on Amazon! Her family secrets. His guilt. One road trip that changes everything. Raven Cunningham has built a quiet life between the shelves of a small-town bookshop, ghostwriting stories for others while hiding her own. She’s long believed her father abandoned her, until a letter from her late grandmother reveals a shocking truth. Convinced the reclusive author J.C. Nevermore is her father,

    33 min
  5. Interview with Lynette Eason: Hijackings, Hidden Feelings, and Faith in Final Approach

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    Interview with Lynette Eason: Hijackings, Hidden Feelings, and Faith in Final Approach

    In this interview with Lynette Eason, she dives deep into the suspense-filled world of Final Approach, the explosive conclusion to her Lake City Heroes series. In this episode, Lynette shares the inspiration behind her high-stakes romance between two long-time friends—FBI Special Agent Andrew and ER nurse Christine—who survive a hijacking only to face deeper emotional and spiritual battles. With her signature blend of danger, faith, and slow-burning romance, Lynette gives us a peek into the power of redemption, forgiveness, and finding hope when everything falls apart. Plus, she opens up about her dual role as an author and literary agent, and the incredible ways God has used her stories to speak to readers’ hearts. Listen to the episode here. Meet Lynette Eason Lynette Eason is the best-selling, award-winning author of seventy books. Her books have appeared on the USA TODAY, Publisher’s Weekly, CBA, ECPA, and Parable bestseller lists. She has won numerous awards including the Carol, the Selah, the Golden Scroll and more. Her novel, Her Stolen Past was made into a movie for the Lifetime Movie Network. Visit Lynette's website Follow Lynette Bible Verse for Encouragement Psalm 46:1, NKJV“God is our refuge and strength, A very present help in trouble.” Lynette's New Book: Final Approach She's intent on investigating a sinister plot of revenge, and it will take all her courage to survive.Air Marshal Kristine Duncan is on duty when a hijacker attempts to seize control of the plane she and her friends are on as they head out on a much-needed vacation. Jumping into action and aided by FBI Special Agent Andrew Ross, Kristine thwarts the attack and the plane lands safely. But as the investigation into the incident gets underway, Kristine and Andrew are confused at every step. Nothing about the investigation goes as it should, and each layer they peel back just reveals another layer of perplexity.As the two work together to navigate a web of deception, blame, and personal reckoning, they find there's more to this story than meets the eye--and more to love and admire about each other. They'll have to put their skills to the test--and their hearts on the line--to unravel the truth and ensure that justice prevails. 💞 Tropes in Final Approach Friends to Lovers Forced Proximity Workplace Romance / Partnered in Peril Woman in Jeopardy Slow Burn Romance Protective Hero High-Stakes Action / Life-or-Death Situations Emotional Baggage / Family Drama Undercover Investigation / Uncovering a Conspiracy Get your copy today! Amazon Baker Book House Get updates on our themed book giveaways Enter the most current book giveaway on ChristianRomancePodcast.com and sign up for our email list. Kelly’s Personal Update Thank you so much to everyone who has supported me during the Kickstarter! I’m so grateful for you! Finding Forevermore is available for preorder today on Amazon! Her family secrets. His guilt. One road trip that changes everything. Raven Cunningham has built a quiet life between the shelves of a small-town bookshop, ghostwriting stories for others while hiding her own. She’s long believed her father abandoned her, until a letter from her late grandmother reveals a shocking truth. Convinced the reclusive author J.C. Nevermore is her father, Raven sets out to uncover the real story. When her childhood friend Cole Walker, a former Army medic wrestling with his own scars, offers to help, she’s not sure if she can trust him . . . or herself. As they chase clues and revisit old memories, what begins as a search for answers becomes a journey toward something deeper. Finding Forevermore is a heartfelt story about faith, family, and the kind of love that’s anchored in God’s unfailing grace. Preorder Now

    30 min
  6. Interview with Melissa Alyse: Writing Grace-Soaked Fiction and Finding Purpose Through Faith

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    Interview with Melissa Alyse: Writing Grace-Soaked Fiction and Finding Purpose Through Faith

    In this heartwarming episode of The Christian Romance Podcast, Kelly chats with debut author Melissa Alyse, who brings readers stories soaked in grace and filled with faith. They talk all about her journey from homeschool mama and marketing coach to Christian romance author, how God called her to put everything else down and pick up the pen, and how obedience led to joy. Melissa shares the beautiful inspiration behind her debut novel A Place to Belong — a cozy small-town romance featuring sweet tea, front porch swings, funny meet-cutes, and a wise grandma named Glory who might just steal your heart. 💛 They also dive into what it looks like to grow in faith through journaling, trusting in God's timing, and embracing the freedom we have in Christ to be fully ourselves. If you’re craving stories that are warm hugs for your soul, Melissa’s books might be your next favorite read. Listen to the episode here. Meet Melissa Alyse Melissa Alyse is the author of grace-soaked Christian fiction that feels like a front porch conversation with a friend. Her debut novel, A Place to Belong, is the first in a heartwarming series set in Willow Creek, Texas—a fictional small town where faith, love, and second chances bloom. Melissa’s stories offer readers hope, encouragement, and the gentle reminder that God made them just as they are—on purpose. She lives in Alaska with her sweet husband and their rescue pup. Melissa loves quiet mornings journaling with Jesus and a cup of coffee, FaceTiming with her grands, making a creative mess, and finding beauty in life’s simple, everyday moments. Visit Melissa's website here Get your FREE download here Bible Verses for Encouragement "For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them." Ephesians 2:10 (NKJV) "For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope." Jeremiah 29:11 (NKJV) "As you therefore have received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in Him, 7rooted and built up in Him and established in the faith, as you have been taught, abounding in it with thanksgiving." Colossians 2:6-7 (NKJV) Melissa Alyse's New Book: A Place to Belong She had a plan. God had a better one.After one shattering night, Sammy Thomas’s carefully built life lies in pieces. Lost and heartbroken, she returns to the quiet Texas town she never thought she’d see again—only to find herself running her grandmother’s church pantry and questioning everything she thought she knew about purpose, faith, and the future. But between porch swing conversations, community potlucks, and the soft rhythm of small-town life, Sammy begins to wonder…What if the plans she made were nothing compared to what God had planned for her? A Place to Belong is a heartwarming, grace-filled Christian novel about starting over, discovering your purpose, and trusting God when life doesn’t go the way you imagined. Perfect for fans of small-town communities, clean romance, and faith-filled women’s fiction—and for anyone who needs the gentle reminder that it’s never too late to follow the calling God has placed on your heart. Now available in Kindle Unlimited! If you enjoy stories with:– A “dumped-before-the-ring” break-up– A fresh start in a small town–Scripture throughout– Meet-cute mayhem– A wise grandma mentor– A journey of calling and purpose– A community that feels like home This sweet Christian romance will feel like a hug for your heart. 💞 Tropes in A Place to Belong Dumped Before the Ring Small Town Mayhem Wise Grandma / Mentor (Glory) Journaling as Spiritual Growth Funny Meet-Cute Community That Feels Like Home Finding Purpose / Faith Journey Get a copy on Amazon today! Get updates on our themed book giveaways

    30 min
  7. Interview with Christine Hill Suntz: Secret Identities, Goat Farms, and Historical Romance in 1837 Toronto

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    Interview with Christine Hill Suntz: Secret Identities, Goat Farms, and Historical Romance in 1837 Toronto

    In this engaging episode, we’re joined by debut author and high school teacher Christine Hill Suntz, who shares the beautiful story behind her first historical Christian romance, The Lawyer and the Laundress. Set in 1837 Toronto during the Upper Canada Rebellion, this romance is steeped in rich historical context, faith-driven themes, and powerful character arcs. Christine opens up about her path to becoming a published author at 47, her life on a hobby farm filled with goats, and how her passion for languages and justice flows right into the pages of her novel. We talk about her heroine Sarah—who’s not quite what she seems—and James, the idealistic widowed lawyer with a heart for peace. Get ready for secret identities, enemies-to-lovers tension, and a sweet marriage of convenience twist you won’t want to miss! Listen to the episode here. Meet Christine Hill Suntz Christine knew she wanted to write the day she finished Anne of Green Gables and she’s been lost in her imagination ever since. Winner of the  ACFW 2022 Genesis contest for Historical Romance, she also won the 2021 West Coast Christian Writers Golden Goldie Best-in-Conference award. She lives in Ontario on a hobby farm with her family and a herd of entitled goats. When she’s not writing, she teaches high school French and tries out historical recipes on her (mostly) willing family. Follow her for more adventures in 19th-century life. Visit Christine's Website Follow Christine Bible Verse for Encouragement "To everything there is a season, a time for every purpose under heaven: A time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance."— Ecclesiastes 3:1, 4 (NKJV) Christine Hill Suntz's New Book: The Lawyer and the Laundress Lawyer James Kinney isn’t looking for love, and laundress Sara O’Connor doesn’t want to be found. When their paths cross in a British colony on the brink of rebellion, a marriage of convenience may be their best hope of survival. Canada, 1837. Widower James Kinney knows his precocious daughter, Evie, needs more than his lessons on law and logic, but Toronto offers few options. Classes with the neighbor children seem ideal until James discovers Evie is secretly spending her time with Sara O’Connor, a kind and mysteriously educated servant. For propriety’s sake, James forbids their friendship. But then Evie falls victim to the illness ravaging the city, and James must call upon Sara’s medical knowledge and her special bond with Evie to save his daughter’s life. When Sara’s presence in his household threatens scandal, however, James offers an unexpected solution: become his wife, in name only, and help him raise Evie to be a proper young lady. If Sara can ignore the sparks she feels when they’re together, his logical proposal could keep her secret secure forever. But soon, the forces of rebellion unravel their tidy arrangement. When James is accused of treason, Sara must find the courage to face a past that could save her husband’s life. Includes discussion questions for book clubs Clean and wholesome, marriage-of-convenience historical romance Filled with love, faith, and adventure Inspirational historical fiction that’s perfect for fans of Julie Klassen, Laura Frantz, and Tamera Alexander 💞 Tropes in The Lawyer and the Laundress Enemies to Lovers Marriage of Convenience Secret Identity Single Dad / Widower Hero Class Difference / Upstairs-Downstairs Found Family Strong Heroine & Noble Hero Get your copy today! Amazon Tyndale Get updates on our themed book giveaways Enter the most current book giveaway on ChristianRomancePodcast.com and sign up for our email list. Kelly’s Personal Update Thank you so much to everyone who has supported me during the Kickstarter! I’m so grateful for you!

    44 min
  8. Interview with Michelle Griep: Of Silver and Secrets, Lost Treasures, and Letting Go of Control

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    Interview with Michelle Griep: Of Silver and Secrets, Lost Treasures, and Letting Go of Control

    In this interview, Michelle Griep, author of Of Silver and Secrets (book two in her Of Times and Treasures series) is back to chat all things cursed Roman rings, Regency romance, and what happens when you try to control life instead of trusting God. This episode is packed with heart, humor, and history as Michelle shares the inspiration behind her treasure-hunting heroine Eva, her roguish hero Bram, and the touching themes of surrender and vulnerability woven throughout the story. Plus, we dive into her love of gardening, Roman wax tablets, and the unforgettable moment she realized her husband does think about Rome. If you love second chances, hidden secrets, and faith-filled storytelling, this one’s for you! Listen to the episode here. Meet Michelle Griep Michelle Griep has been writing since she first discovered blank wall space and Crayola. She is a Christy Award–winning author of historical romances that both intrigue and evoke a smile. She’s an anglophile at heart, and you’ll most often find her partaking of a proper cream tea while scheming up her next novel . . . but it’s probably easier to find her at MichelleGriep.com Follow Michelle Facebook Group: Inspirational Regency Readers Bible Verse for Encouragement Cast your burden on the Lord, and He shall sustain you; He shall never permit the righteous to be moved. – Psalm 55:22 (NKJV) Michelle Griep's New Book: Of Silver and Secrets (Time's Lost Treasures Book 2) Buried underneath are truths bent on keeping them apart. . . .In 1889 Victorian England, Eva Inman is haunted by guilt over her parents' deaths while struggling to care for her blind sister and manage her family's crumbling estate. With the tax deadline looming, Eva's situation looks dire until an ancient silver ring is unearthed on the property. Despite superstitions warning against disturbing the supposedly cursed acres, Eva's need for funds ignites her curiosity about the potential of finding more buried relics.Cambridge professor Bram Webb must prove a legendary Christian Roman settlement exists, or he'll risk exposing his uncle's deteriorating memory and they'll both lose their positions. Then Eva steps into his office with the prospect of an archaeological dig that might lead to the very evidence Bram requires--provided he and Eva can set aside painful memories of a time they would rather forget. As the dig forces the two to confront their pasts, the work becomes fraught with challenges that threaten Eva's and Bram's hopes, as well as the growing attraction between them. 💞 Tropes in Of Silver and Secrets Second Chance Romance Enemies to Lovers / “Frenemies” Forced Proximity Treasure Hunt Strong Female Lead with Hidden Vulnerability Brooding Hero with a Secret Past Historical Setting with a Touch of Mystery Found Family Get your copy today! Amazon Baker Book House Get updates on our themed book giveaways Enter the most current book giveaway on ChristianRomancePodcast.com and sign up for our email list. Kelly’s Personal Update Thank you so much to everyone who has supported me during the Kickstarter! I’m so grateful for you! If you missed out on my debut novel Finding Forevermore on Kickstarter, no worries. You’ll have a chance to get the book at a later time once it officially launches across retailers like Amazon. I'll share more updates by joining my free email list and you'll get all kind of goodies! Visit my website here to sign up Follow me for updates

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