This interview with Niki Florica dives into the heart of The Heir of Light, her swashbuckling addition to the Blood of Kings: Legends series. In this inspiring episode, Kelly chats with Niki about crafting a redemption-driven romance between a noble heir with hidden scars and a tough yet tender-hearted former pickpocket. With vivid world-building, faith-filled themes, and swoony, opposites-attract energy, Niki shares how God met her in the creative process—and how this story mirrors her own journey of grace. Packed with pirates, spiritual depth, and a touch of Aladdin-meets-Robin-Hood flair, this episode is an encouraging reminder of how stories can reflect the heart of God and offer second chances to even the most wounded hearts.
Niki Florica is a full-time story addict and advocate for all things epic. She believes Latin is immortal, dreams of being in a musical number (like, a lot), and writes to stir the part of our hearts that God has stamped with eternity. Catch her between writing sessions or brisk Canadian walks with her doodle, Reggie, and she’s probably in the clouds—the glassy stare will give her away. Find Niki’s writing adventures on YouTube at Niki Florica.
“And He said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore most gladly I will rather boast in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.” — 2 Corinthians 12:9 (NKJV)
Let us know, let us pursue the knowledge of the Lord. His going forth is established as the morning; He will come to us like the rain, like the latter and former rain to the earth.” — Hosea 6:3 (NKJV)
Niki Florica’s New Book: Heir of Light
Sir Rigil Barak came to Land’s End expecting a routine mission: investigate some rumors, spy on some nobles, and above all, play the perfect knight. Instead, he is reunited with his less-than-shining past–the same past that has kept him on the road for years, fleeing his noble father’s scorn and grieving the woman he thought dead.
Until now.
Because in Land’s End, he sees a face he never thought he’d see again . . . at least, not outside his dreams. And if she’s alive, he’ll do anything for a second chance to save her.
Years of captivity to a madman left Sethe with a face full of scars and one rule: never be trapped again. Except, to keep that rule, she’ll have to ask for help from Rigil, the thief who broke her heart and abandoned her long ago.
Now, years later, he shows up to rescue her from Land’s End like a knight in shining armor? Who does he think he is?
And even if the boy from her past has become a real knight with real honor, can she fall for a man who lied to her?
Maybe that doesn’t matter now, because Sethe’s old captor is hot on her heels with a new invention that could turn her into something worse than a prisoner. He could turn her into a weapon.
Fortunately, Rigil and Sethe always did know how to pull off a heist–and if they can steal the enemy’s deadly new weapon, they can save the kingdom. For Sethe, this means trusting Rigil without letting him anywhere near her heart. For Rigil, it means a second chance with the woman whose heart he once broke.
And this time, failure could cost them everything.
Dive into this swashbuckling story of second chances, forbidden love, espionage and epic adventure in this fourth book in the Blood of Kings: Legends series.
💞 Tropes in Heir of Light
Second Chance Romance
Opposites Attract
Nobleman & Commoner / Forbidden Love
Scarred Heroine
Hidden Past
Pirates & Pickpockets
Class Divide (Aladdin Vibes)
Emotional Healing Through Love
One Character is “All Polish,” the Other is “All Harshness”
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.
In this Interview with Paullett Golden, we dive into the incredible testimony behind her writing journey—from a near-death cancer diagnosis to becoming a beloved author of sweet, closed-door historical romance. In this powerful and heartfelt episode, Kelly chats with Paullett about how faith, healing, and second chances wove their way into her personal story and the pages of her books. Paullett also opens up about her newest release, A Sporting Affair, a lighthearted Regency rom-com brimming with charm, emotional depth, and swoony romantic tension. This one’s packed with inspiration, laughter, and a gentle reminder that God’s plans are always greater than ours.
Paullett Golden writes sweet and closed-door historical romances that give voice to the outliers and survivors, the wallflowers and overshadowed. With her sensual portrayal of love and historical authenticity, she promises enchanting immersion in Georgian England, from mores to moorlands. She holds a PhD, MA, and BA with specializations including Georgian and Victorian era British Lit, Arthurian Legends, Rhetoric, and Creative & Professional Writing. After establishing her career as a university professor, she learned from an oncologist she had only three months to live. And so, she did. She aimed to survive by writing her first novel, a novel she claims saved her life. While she wrote to live, she now lives to write.
Isaiah 41:10 (NKJV) “Fear not, for I am with you; Be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, Yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.”
Paullett Golden’s New Book: A Sporting Affair
Pursuit at Point of Release
Rafe Fitz-Stephens lives a charmed life: good friends, loving family, academic success, and exclusive membership in the Vitruvian Society, a gentleman’s sporting club. When the annual village competition calls him home from London, he’s ready for a hero’s welcome–after all, there is no one better to win the games than a well-trained Corinthian. If only his training had included how to avoid tripping into a leg-shackle.
Genevieve Slade dreams of a stable home with a stable gentleman, stable friends, and, perhaps, a stable. Her father, however wealthy, moves his family from manor to manor, living as veritable gypsies to escape that horrifying word no one in the Slade household dares utter: responsibility. As she settles into yet another new home in yet another new village, both dreams and disposition are shaken when a madcap stranger tumbles, literally, through her bedchamber window.
Join Rafe and Genevieve as these enemies-of-circumstance race to break the betrothal before either stumbles headlong in love with the other.
Genre: historical romantic comedy, Regency Sweetness: sweet romance, courtship, clean language Tropes: enemies to lovers, forced proximity, village/small town setting, alpha hero, obstinate and headstrong heroine, sporting events, opposites attract, compromised
💞 Tropes in A Sporting Affair
Enemies to Lovers (but make it internal conflict!)
Thank you so much to everyone who has supported me during the Kickstarter! I’m so grateful for you!
Finding Forevermore is available today!
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.
In this episode of The Christian Romance Podcast, Kelly chats with debut author Jacqueline Adam—whose heart-pounding stories are packed with suspense, faith, and emotional depth. Jacqueline shares how a chance conversation on a soccer field changed her life, and how God opened doors through persistence, prayer, and yes, Nerf wars at home! They dive into her upcoming romantic suspense Kidnapped for Ransom, a riveting story about a widowed mom, a missing fortune in diamonds, and a cop-next-door who might just be her second chance at love.
Whether you love thrilling plots, swoony heroes, or seeing how God shows up when everything falls apart, this one’s for you.
Married for over twenty years and a mother of two fantastic kids, Jacqueline Adam has a passion for adventure. From hiking to ziplining to white water rafting, she embraces new experiences and then weaves that energy into her writing. Her debut novel Targeted Witness was a Publishers Weekly bestseller and went on to be a Semi-Finalist for the ACFW Carol Award. She has now completed her second novel, Kidnapped for Ransom which is currently available for preorders and will hit shelves October 28th 2025.
“Some trust in chariots, and some in horses; But we will remember the name of the Lord our God.” —Psalm 20:7 (NKJV)
Jaqueline’s New Book: Kidnapped for Ransom
Abduction is only the beginning… Will murder be next?
Doctor Chelsea Eidman thought she’d finally escaped the perils of her late husband’s secret life as a diamond thief—until his former accomplice attacks her. The danger escalates when a vengeful mobster kidnaps Chelsea’s daughter and friend, demanding the stolen diamonds in exchange for their lives. To recover the gems, Chelsea joins forces with officer Matt Reynolds, whose sister has also been abducted. As they race against time, they find themselves in deadly pursuits across harsh terrain. With everything on the line, Chelsea and Matt must outsmart their enemies and unravel a web of lies…before their families pay the ultimate price.
From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.
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.
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