In this episode of the Christian Romance Podcast, Kelly sits down with bestselling author Mary Connealy. Mary shares her inspiring journey from stay-at-home mom to published author, navigating the highs and lows of the writing world. Together, they explore the ways faith, mental health, and historical research shape her stories, and discuss her dedication to raising awareness on women’s rights through fiction. Tune in as Mary reveals how scripture encourages her writing and how she found her unique voice in Christian romance.
Mary Connealy writes romantic comedies with cowboys and is celebrated for her fun, zany, action-packed style. She has sold more than 1.5 million books and is the author of the popular series WYOMING SUNRISE, THE LUMBER BARON’S DAUGHTERS, and many other books. Mary lives on a ranch in eastern Nebraska with her very own romantic cowboy hero.
Romans 8:31, NKJV What then shall we say to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?
New Book: Into the Sunset (A Western Light Book #3)
Will the sun set on their chance at happiness before they can seize it?
To finally escape the clutches of her controlling husband and the threat of being recommitted to an asylum, Ginny Rutledge enlists the help of her friends, Maeve O’Toole and Dakota Harlan. Fleeing their own tumultuous pasts, the group embarks on a journey to prove Ginny’s sanity. However, as they confront the shadows they wish they could forget, danger looms from unexpected places.
Maeve grapples with her mother’s impending remarriage and seizes a rare chance to escape her homestead–but that means reuniting with Dakota, the man she holds responsible for her father’s death, who is caught in the crosshairs of a vengeful family. As the two of them navigate their shared history and a dangerous mission, Dakota is forced to confront his deepest fears and fight for the woman who has unwittingly captured his heart.
Join us for an inspiring conversation as Kelly sits down with award-winning author Jaime Jo Wright to explore her fascinating journey from aspiring archaeologist to Gothic mystery novelist. Jaime shares the unique influences of growing up in a circus town, her passion for forensic psychology, and how hunting and conservation play into her storytelling.
Together, they delve into the emotional connections that bring Jaime’s characters to life, the evolution of criminal psychology, and her newest novel, Specters in the Glass House, a story that masterfully blends themes of death and hope. Filled with humor and deep insight, this episode offers a glimpse into Jaime’s world—a world where darkness meets light, fears are faced, and hope prevails.
Jaime Jo Wright is the author of ten novels, including Christy Award and Daphne du Maurier Award winner The House on Foster Hill and Carol Award winner The Reckoning at Gossamer Pond. She’s also a three-time Christy Award finalist, as well as the ECPA bestselling author of The Vanishing at Castle Moreau, The Lost Boys of Barlowe Theater, and two Publishers Weekly bestselling novellas. Jaime lives in Wisconsin with her family and fabulous felines.
Psalm 4:8, NKJVI will both lie down in peace, and sleep; For You alone, O Lord , make me dwell in safety.
New Book: Specters in the Glass House
In 1921, Marian Arnold, the heiress to a brewing baron’s empire, seeks solace in the glass butterfly house on her family’s Wisconsin estate as Prohibition and the deaths of her parents cast a long shadow over her shrinking world.
When Marian’s sanctuary is invaded by nightmarish visions, she grapples with the line between hallucinations of things to come and malevolent forces at play in the present. With dead butterflies as the killer’s ominous signature, murders unfold at a steady pace. Marian, fearful she might be next, enlists the help of her childhood friend Felix, a war veteran with his own haunted past.
In the present day, researcher Remy Shaw becomes entangled in an elderly biographer’s quest to uncover the truth behind Marian Arnold’s mysterious life and the unsolved murders linked to an infamous serial killer. Joined by Marian’s great-great-grandson, can Remy expose the evil that lurks beneath broken wings? Or will the dark legacy surrounding the manor and its glass house destroy yet another generation?
In the upcoming episode of the Christian Romance Podcast, Kelly chats with Shelley Shepherd Gray about her new book, Unforgotten, an inspiring story set within the Amish community that touches on love, resilience, and faith. Shelley opens up about her life journey and how she began writing, particularly her fascination with Amish culture and the values that infuse her stories.
Join us for an uplifting discussion on faith, storytelling, and embracing opportunities while trusting God.
Shelley Shepard Gray is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of more than 100 books, including Unforgiven. Two-time winner of the HOLT Medallion and a Carol Award finalist, Gray lives in Ohio, where she writes full-time, bakes too much, and can be found walking her dachshunds on her town’s bike trail.
Proverbs 10:21, NKJVThe lips of the righteous will feed many, But fools die for lack of wisdom
New Book: Unforgotten, Released November 5th, 2024
Seven years ago, Bethanne Hostetler survived an attempted assault, and her attacker, Peter Miller, met an untimely end. Though she has found some peace, she is still haunted by the memory. So when her Englisher cousin, Candace, reveals that she has a stalker of her own, all of Bethanne’s old fears rush back.
Peter’s former best friend, Jay Byler, still can’t get over the fact that he did not protect Bethanne that fateful night. He can’t blame her for continuing to avoid him, but it hurts when the one you love can’t even look you in the eye. Will there ever come a day when Bethanne looks past the boy he used to be to see the man he’s become?
When Candace is crowned Miss Crittenden County, officer Ryan Mulaney becomes her escort to various events to protect her from the stalker. And while he knows this is just a job, the closer they work together, the harder it is to maintain a professional distance.
And when everyone’s worst fears are realized, all four of them will have to come together to prevent another tragedy.
In this engaging conversation, Kelly interviews Tracie Peterson, a renowned Christian romance author known for being the “Queen of historical Christian fiction.” Tracie shares her journey from childhood storytelling to becoming a prolific author with over 140 books. She emphasizes the importance of research in her writing process, aiming to build trust with her readers through accurate historical details. Tracie discusses her writing process, the role of faith in her work, and the themes of forgiveness that permeate her stories. The conversation also touches on her upcoming book, A Truth Revealed, and the impact her stories have on readers.
Tracie Peterson is the bestselling author of more than one hundred novels, both historical and contemporary, with over six million copies sold. She has won the ACFW Lifetime Achievement Award and the Romantic Times Career Achievement Award. Her avid research resonates in her many bestselling series. Tracie and her family make their home in Montana.
Ephesians 2:8-9, NKJV For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works lest anyone should boast.
New Book: A Truth Revealed (Heart of Cheyenne Series)
Laura Evans has spent years away from home pursuing her educational goals. Now she is ready to follow her father to the newly formed town of Cheyenne, Wyoming, to help with the mercantile he has set up. But her father is not the man she thought he was.
Wilson Porter is a preacher whose calling is to the Shoshone Indians. He has encouraged his widowed mother and sister to join him in his ministry. But when they are killed in route to Cheyenne, Will blames himself and is angry with the natives who supposedly killed them and God for allowing this tragedy to occur.
Laura and Will’s paths intersect when she loses control of a wagon and her team runs over Will. Laura and her father do everything possible to provide the best care for him. But over time, Laura begins to see indicators that her father isn’t the upstanding citizen he claims to be and that he may have played a part in Will’s family’s death. As Laura is exposed to the truth, she also sees the difference in Will’s life. Can love withstand the trials of deception and tragedy—or will their shattered lives leave them with an uncertain path forward?
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Kelly’s Personal Update
My debut novel, Finding Forevermore, is coming soon to Kickstarter! I’ve been working on this book for a long time, and God has shown me so much. I can’t wait to share more about it as it goes through the editing process.
In this episode of the Christian Romance Podcast, Kelly chats with Patricia Bradley, a talented Christian romance author known for her suspenseful stories. Patricia dives into her writing journey, the crucial role of critique groups, and her heart for mission work with Aiming for Healthy Families. They discuss her upcoming book, Deadly Revenge, exploring how faith and patience shape her writing process. Tune in to hear Patricia’s insights on the challenges of writing, the importance of community support, and how her charity work is making a difference in the lives of Mississippi youth.
Please note that today’s episode includes discussions of sensitive topics that may be triggering for some listeners.
Patricia Bradley is the author of Counter Attack and Fatal Witness, as well as the Natchez Trace Park Rangers, Memphis Cold Case, and Logan Point series. Patricia is the winner of an Inspirational Reader’s Choice Award, a Selah Award, and a Daphne du Maurier Award and a Carol Award finalist. Patricia’s books were included in three anthologies that debuted on the USA Today bestseller list. She makes her home in Mississippi.
Psalms 37:4, NKJV: Delight yourself also in the LORD, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
New Book: Deadly Revenge
Twenty years ago in Pearl Springs, a dam was constructed that caused many people to lose their homes as eminent domain claimed them. Though most people have moved on, clearly there is someone out there holding a grudge.
Deputy Jenna Hart has recently returned home to Pearl Springs and has been called in to assist. Agent Maxwell Anderson—a former colleague at the Chattanooga Police Department and a man with whom she shared a smoldering fire of attraction. They are tasked with protecting Pearl Spring’s former mayor, who now has his sights set on a national office in the US Senate.
The old sparks reignite as they team up to track down a killer bent on revenge. Meanwhile, the investigation gets tangled when another suspect comes into play.
Jenna and Maxwell will have to draw on their skills to prevent a wave of disaster poised to hit Pearl Springs. But can either of them fully trust that the other has their back? Readers will be tearing through the pages in this nail-biting conclusion to the Pearl River series.
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Kelly’s Personal Update
My debut novel, Finding Forevermore, is coming soon to Kickstarter! I’ve been working on this book for a long time, and God has shown me so much. I can’t wait to share more about it as it goes through the editing process.
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