Interview with Lynn H. Blackburn: Writing Smart Heroines, Suspenseful Romances, & Co-Creating with God

Interview with Lynn H. Blackburn: Writing Smart Heroines, Suspenseful Romances, & Co-Creating with God

In this episode, Lynn H. Blackburn, bestselling romantic suspense author and certified “romance girly,” is here to bless us with her journey. In this heartwarming and hilarious episode, Lynn shares how her path from engineering to writing suspenseful love stories was filled with divine detours and unexpected inspiration (spoiler: it involves a spy dream and Scarecrow & Mrs. King!).

We dive into her new book Break My Fall, the swoony small-town romance between a charming police chief and a bubbly town dentist, and the deeper spiritual themes of healing, grace, and trusting God with our pasts. Lynn opens up about the power of strong heroines, why smart women belong in romance fiction, and how writing is a sacred act of obedience and ministry. This episode is a must-listen for Christian romance readers, aspiring authors, and anyone who believes in the beauty of stories co-written with God.

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Meet Lynn H. Blackburn

Lynn H. Blackburn is the award-winning author of Never Fall Again, as well as the Dive Team Investigations and Defend and Protect series. She loves writing swoon-worthy Southern suspense because her childhood fantasy was to become a spy, but her grown-up reality is that she’s a huge chicken and would have been caught on her first mission. Lynn prefers to live vicariously through her characters by putting them into terrifying situations while she sits at home in her pajamas. She lives in Simpsonville, South Carolina, with her true love, Brian, and their three children.

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Bible Verse for Encouragement

“For I, the Lord your God, will hold your right hand, saying to you, ‘Fear not, I will help you.’”
Isaiah 41:13 (NKJV)

Lynn’s New Book: Break My Fall

Dr. Meredith Quinn always planned to return to Gossamer Falls to practice dentistry. Now that she’s back home, she’s made it a point to offer clinics to children and adults in nearby underserved areas. Unfortunately, those same areas are known to harbor drug traffickers, and Police Chief Grayson Ward suspects that local law enforcement is looking the other way.

After too many losses, Grayson has closed off his heart. But when Meredith enters his life, his walls crumble, and he’s left exposed and vulnerable. To keep her alive, he must keep her close, but that makes it impossible for him to retreat and rebuild. Will she be the one who finally helps him emerge from isolation? Or will this force of nature leave him shattered?

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Kelly’s Personal Update

Thank you so much to everyone who has supported me during the Kickstarter! I’m so grateful for you!

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Interview with Mary Connealy: Treasure Hunts, Orphan Ranches, and Western Romance

Interview with Mary Connealy: Treasure Hunts, Orphan Ranches, and Western Romance

In this episode, I’m thrilled to welcome back the delightful Mary Connealy to share about her new book Whispers of Fortune! We’re diving into Mary’s latest Western adventure filled with romance, family, and the thrill of a long-lost treasure hunt.

Mary shares the inspiration behind her characters—like Brody, the responsible doctor searching for his runaway brothers, and Ellie, the tough ranch owner with a heart for orphans. We also chat about historical medical training, faith-driven storytelling, and the deeper meaning behind riches that last. Grab a cozy blanket and get ready for an episode packed with humor, wisdom, and a bit of gun-slinging romance!

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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.

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Bible Verse for Encouragement

Matthew 6:19-20, NKJV Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal; 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: Whispers of Fortune

Brody MacKenzie arrives at the Two Harts Ranch in search of his runaway brothers. Instead of being in danger, he finds them flourishing under the care of Ellie Hart, the compassionate overseer of the ranch’s school and orphanage. With his options limited, Brody reluctantly steps into the role of ranch doctor and over time forms an unexpected bond with Ellie.

The plot thickens when Brody’s brothers reveal a mysterious journal that may lead them to lost treasure. As winter approaches and old adversaries resurface, Brody and Ellie must race against time to decipher cryptic clues, unearth a hidden fortune, and protect their growing affection and the ranch.

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Kelly’s Personal Update

Thank you so much to everyone who has supported me during the Kickstarter! I’m so grateful for you!

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Interview with Elizabeth Goddard: Trusting God’s Plan Through the Writing Journey

Interview with Elizabeth Goddard: Trusting God’s Plan Through the Writing Journey

In this episode of The Christian Romance Podcast, we sit down with bestselling romantic suspense author Elizabeth Goddard to talk about her incredible writing journey—from childhood storytelling dreams to becoming a multi-published author. Elizabeth shares how God placed the desire to write in her heart and how He continued to guide her through every challenge and opportunity.

We discuss her latest book, Storm Warning, a thrilling novel set on the stunning Washington coast, and explore the power of faith, perseverance, and following God’s call. If you’ve ever questioned whether God has a purpose for your creative gifts, this episode will inspire you!

Listen to the episode here.

Meet Elizabeth Goddard

Elizabeth Goddard is the USA Today bestselling and Christy Award–winning author of more than sixty novels, including Cold Light of Day and Shadows at Dusk, as well as the Rocky Mountain Courage and Uncommon Justice series. Her books have sold more than 1.5 million copies. She is a Carol Award and Reader’s Choice Award winner and a Daphne du Maurier Award and HOLT Medallion finalist. When she’s not writing, she loves spending time with her family, traveling to find inspiration for her next book, and serving with her husband in ministry.

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Bible Verse for Encouragement

Psalm 93:3-4 (NKJV): “The floods have lifted up, O Lord, The floods have lifted up their voice; The floods lift up their waves. The Lord on high is mightier Than the noise of many waters, Than the mighty waves of the sea.”

Elizabeth’s New Book: Storm Warning

Haunted by a half-forgotten past, former Army photographer Remi Grant is now working at an isolated storm-watching lodge on Washington’s rugged coast. Her life takes a dramatic turn when she receives a mysterious puzzle piece that may unlock her suppressed memories.

As Remi grapples with her fragmented memories, she encounters Hawk Beckett, an enigmatic former military pilot seeking solitude after a catastrophic event in his own life. Their paths intertwine as they face the most ferocious storm to hit the coast in a decade, forcing them into a fight for survival.

But nature isn’t their only adversary. A sinister presence at the lodge is determined to keep Remi’s past buried, even if it means silencing her permanently.

Join Elizabeth Goddard as she launches her electrifying new series with Storm Warning, a heart-stopping thriller that will leave readers breathless.

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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