In this fascinating episode of The Christian Romance Podcast, we dive into the mind of sci-fi and fantasy romance author Karina Fabian. Karina shares the wild and wonderful inspiration behind her series The Madness of Canaan, where worldbuilding takes on a whole new level—because the planet itself is a character with its own desires. We talk about her unique writing journey, her deep-rooted faith that launched her storytelling ministry, and the power of healing through fictional love stories. From military life and psychic heroes to sweet contemporary side-romances, Karina blends speculative storytelling with real-life spiritual truths. If you’ve ever wondered what happens when an alien oracle falls in love with a man from Earth… this is your episode!
Karina Fabian is an award-winning author, speaker, and comedian whose work blends faith, humor, and imaginative storytelling. With multiple books published across genres like science fiction and fantasy, she crafts stories that are both entertaining and spiritually enriching. Karina is a founding member and past president of the Catholic Writers Guild, actively supporting faith-based writers. Beyond writing, she brings joy to audiences as a clean Catholic comedian and shares her insights on writing and faith at various events.
“Most assuredly, I say to you that you will weep and lament, but the world will rejoice; and you will be sorrowful, but your sorrow will be turned into joy.”
Karina’s Book: Madness Bound (Madness of Canaan Series)
Deryl isn’t crazy. He’s psychic. The voices in his head need him to save their worlds.
It’s not fun to be psychic when you can’t control your abilities. Unrestrained telepathy and the fear of using his telekenisis to hurt others drove Deryl insane. He’s found some relief in the high-society asylum, but how can he heal when the only person who believes in his powers wants to study him like a lab rat and a mysterious…something…draws him from consciousness to demand information on everything from architecture to medicine?
Then Joshua Lawson, a student of Neurolinguistic Programming, interns for the summer. He plays along, offering Deryl ideas to control his abilities. When they work, Deryl’s life makes a turn—but is it for the better?
He discovers that the voices in his head are real–aliens on either side of an interstellar war, and each thinks that Deryl is the key to their victory.
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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.
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In this episode, Leslie Gould shares how God shaped her journey from short stories to bestselling Amish fiction. We talk about how her background as a museum curator and love for Shakespeare influenced her writing, and how a cross-country road trip in a VW camper sparked a lifelong love of storytelling. Her latest book, The Shop Down the Lane, inspired by You’ve Got Mail, blends birdwatching, anonymous letters, and second-chance romance in a uniquely Amish setting. Plus, she opens up about adoption, the power of friendship, and what 42 years of marriage has taught her about real love. This episode is filled with wisdom, warmth, and the reminder that nothing is ever wasted when we co-create with God.
Leslie Gould is the #1 bestselling and award-winning author of fifty novels, including the Amish Memories series and the Plain Patterns series. She’s sold 800,000 books over the last two decades. She holds a bachelor’s degree in history and communications and an MFA in creative writing. Leslie enjoys research trips, church history, and hiking, especially in the beautiful state of Oregon where she lives. She and her husband, Peter, have four adult children and two grandchildren.
Psalm 84:3 (NKJV) “Even the sparrow has found a home, And the swallow a nest for herself, Where she may lay her young—Even Your altars, O Lord of hosts, My King and my God.”
Leslie’s New Book: The Shop Down the Lane
Lois Yoder has always found solace in the quiet life of Paradise, Pennsylvania, where she manages a gift shop that reflects her Amish community’s simple values. Her tranquil world is upended when Moses Lantz, former Amish man turned Mennonite and the man who broke her heart, buys the shop with ambitious plans to transform it into a tourist hub–a move that Lois fiercely opposes.
Seeking a distraction, Lois joins a birdwatchers’ circle letter under an alias–but unknown to her, Moses does the same at the urging of a friend. While their correspondence blossoms into a tender romance, the enmity between Lois and Moses in real life only intensifies. Can they overcome their animosity and embrace the love they’ve found through their letters, or will their stubborn hearts keep them apart forever?
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
In this episode of The Christian Romance Podcast, Kelly chats with bestselling author Terri Reed to chat all things romantic suspense, adorable working dogs, and the beauty of reconciliation. Terri shares the inspiration behind her new book Standing Watch, a thrilling tale of an estranged couple finding their way back to each other with the help of a loyal Labrador and a whole lot of faith. From agility training with her Aussie to the behind-the-scenes story of how one of her sweet romances became a Hallmark movie, this episode is packed with inspiration, encouragement, and some serious canine cuteness. If you love second chances, strong heroines, and suspenseful plots rooted in God’s purpose, you won’t want to miss this one!
New York Times bestselling author, Terri Reed’s awarding winning romance and romantic suspense novels have appeared on Publishers Weekly top 5 Romance Bestsellers and Publishers Weekly top 5 Religion Fiction Bestsellers, Publishers Weekly #1 Mass Market Paperback Bestsellers, Nielsen’s Bookscan top 25 Bestsellers and featured in USA Today and have been #1 Amazon Bestsellers, as well as Fresh Picks at FreshFiction.com. Her novel A Family Under the Christmas Tree was adapted into a Hallmark movie and retitled Picture a Perfect Christmas. She resides in the Pacific Northwest with her college-sweetheart husband. When not writing, she enjoys spending time with family and friends and agility training with her dog.
“And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose.” —Romans 8:28 (NKJV)
Terri’s New Book: Standing Watch
To protect an innocent witness…
a K-9 must sniff out a killer.
When K-9 task force officer Zach Kelsey’s estranged wife is attacked at a Mount Rushmore observation deck, he and his K-9, Amber, are quick to come to her rescue. He discovers not only that Eden, a park ranger, is carrying his child, but that she saw her coworker’s murder. As the only witness to the crime, Eden has no choice but to accept Zach’s protection. But with a ruthless killer ramping up his vicious attacks, they must put their differences aside to catch the murderer…before Eden becomes his next target.
From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.
Dakota K-9 Unit
Book 1: Chasing a Kidnapper by Laura Scott Book 2: Deadly Badlands Pursuit by Sharee Stover Book 3: Standing Watch by Terri Reed Book 4: Cold Case Peril by Maggie K. Black Book 5: Tracing Killer Evidence by Jodie Bailey
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
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