This week we're celebrating Jane Austen's 250th birthday with a beautiful Appalachian retelling of Pride and Prejudice. Join us as we chat with author Joanne Bischof DeWitt about her new book The Heart of Bennett Hollow. We'll talk about our beloved favorite characters and their similarities and differences in this rendition and see how Joanne gives the Bennett sisters a unique spin. If you're looking for a cozy, nostalgic book, this is the perfect read for your holiday season. Grab The Heart of Bennett Hollow here!Connect with Joanne: Website: https://joannebischofdewitt.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joannebischofdewitt/Connect with Meagan:Instagram: http://instagram.com/faithandfables/ Facebook: http://facebook.com/faithandfablespodcast Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/8953622-meagan
Betsy's romcoms have long been on my TBR, so I was so excited that she agreed to come on the podcast to chat about her Christmas romcom Holly and Nick Hate Christmas! I loved that this book has movie hilarious pranks, family secrets, and quirky characters (lookin' at you, Axel!). And I loved this conversation with Betsy about how her books bring hope and joy to the reader. Be sure to tune in this week and grab this one for your Christmas tbr!Grab Holly and Nick Hate Christmas here!Connect with Betsy: Website: https://betsystamant.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/betsystamanthaddox/Connect with Meagan:Instagram: http://instagram.com/faithandfables/ Facebook: http://facebook.com/faithandfablespodcast Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/8953622-meagan
A magical Christmas getaway with all the holiday whimsy meets us in Julie Klassen's new Christmas novella A Seaview Christmas! This novel that closes out Julie's Seaview series (at least for now!) is one that can be read as a standalone, but you'll especially enjoy it if you've been following the sisters all along. I especially loved learning about all the Christmas traditions in the Regency Era! Plus you'll hear about some of Julie's Christmas favorites! Grab A Seaview Christmas here!Connect with Julie: Website: https://julieklassen.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/julie.k.klassen/?hl=enConnect with Meagan:Instagram: http://instagram.com/faithandfables/ Facebook: http://facebook.com/faithandfablespodcast Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/8953622-meagan
We're back with another Meet the Bookstagrammer featuring Sam from @samanthakreads! You're going to love hearing how she discovered bookstagram, what inspires her content, and some of her favorite reads! Join us this week and be sure to follow Sam below!Connect with Samantha: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samanthakreads/Connect with Meagan:Instagram: http://instagram.com/faithandfables/ Facebook: http://facebook.com/faithandfablespodcast Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/8953622-meagan
Grief is a topic that is often difficult to navigate--especially with children. In honor of Children's Grief Awareness month, we are joined this week by Clarissa Moll. In this tender episode, Clarissa shares about her personal story with grief, her journey of navigating it as a family, and her children's book Hope Comes to Stay. We'll talk about how we can navigate grief alongside those we love including the littlest humans in our lives. I learned so much in this episode and hope it will be an encouragement to you and those around you. Grab Hope Comes to Stay here!Connect with Clarissa: Website: https://www.clarissamoll.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mollclarissaConnect with Meagan:Instagram: http://instagram.com/faithandfables/ Facebook: http://facebook.com/faithandfablespodcast Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/8953622-meagan
We're back with a repeat guest this week for her second novel in the Work in Progress series! Say hello to Kelli Galyean. You're going to love this contemporary romance/women's fiction that focuses on a sweet group of young adults who love the Lord but still face real-life issues. Join us this week as we chat about I Know the Feeling! Grab I Know the Feeling here!Connect with Kelli: Website: https://www.kelligalyean.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kelli.a.galyeanConnect with Meagan:Instagram: http://instagram.com/faithandfables/ Facebook: http://facebook.com/faithandfablespodcast Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/8953622-meagan
If you enjoy true crime stories or romantic suspense, you'll want to hear about this new release! Join us this week as we chat with author Patricia Bradley about her book On the Edge of Trust. We'll chat about the world she's created, where she gets her inspiration, and her favorite suspense books (other than her own, of course!). Grab On the Edge of Trust here!Connect with Patricia: Website: https://ptbradley.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ptbradley1/Connect with Meagan:Instagram: http://instagram.com/faithandfables/ Facebook: http://facebook.com/faithandfablespodcast Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/8953622-meagan
A clean young adult fantasy and time travel?! Yes, please! Join us this week as we chat with author Lisa Bergren about her re-release of the Waters of Time series. We'll chat about the importance of clean YA, fantasy world building, and God's hand in the life of an author. You're going to love this episode and hearing about Lisa's many books. The truly has something for everyone!Grab Waterfall here!Connect with Lisa: Website: https://lisatawnbergren.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisatbergren/Connect with Meagan:Instagram: http://instagram.com/faithandfables/ Facebook: http://facebook.com/faithandfablespodcast Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/8953622-meagan
Music, mystery, and muses?! Yes, please! Join us this week as we chat with author Amanda Wen about her new release Echoes of a Silent Song. You'll love listening as we dive into topics such as the Viet Nam War draft and mental health. Due to the nature of the book, there is some heavy content in this episode, but these conversations are so good and necessary for Christians to speak into today! I think you will learn so much and really enjoy this week's episode!Grab Echoes of a Silent Song here!Connect with Kate: Website: https://amandawen.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authoramandawen/Connect with Meagan:Instagram: http://instagram.com/faithandfables/ Facebook: http://facebook.com/faithandfablespodcast Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/8953622-meagan
Romance, mystery, and a Gothic setting make this book the perfect one to add to your fall TBR! Join us this week as we chat with author Hannah Linder about her book The Girl from the Hidden Forest! You'll hear about Hannah's inspiration for the story, unique dialects, and her experience as a Selah and Carole award winner!
If you love pretty books, this is the episode for you! Join us as we chat with artist Bethany Giinthir about her book-related art including prints, author marketing, and painted edges! You'll learn all about her process, how to get your own custom painted books, and a few of her favorite reads. Be sure to tune in for this fun and creative episode!
If you're looking for a twisty, fast-paced mystery, say hi to this week's guest Kate Angelo. This week we're chatting about the first book in her new series, Girl Lost. This book has all the things you love about mystery thrillers without all the gore or explicit content. Join us this week as we chat about authentic characters, the challenges of writing clean mystery/thrillers, and the beauty of healing and redemption without having it all figured out. Grab Girl Lost here!Connect with Kate: Website: https://kateangelo.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kateangeloauthorConnect with Meagan:Instagram: http://instagram.com/faithandfables/ Facebook: http://facebook.com/faithandfablespodcast Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/8953622-meagan
A good, clean YA murder mystery?! Yes, please! Moriah Chavis brings us a unique look into Victorian English with her new book The Curious Case of the Midnight Specter. You're going to love hearing her heart behind clean YA fiction, the inspiration behind her novel, and the unique perspectives her story is told from! Tune in this week for the perfect read to add to your fall TBR!Grab The Curious Case of the Midnight Specter! Connect with Moriah: Website: https://moriahchavis.wixsite.com/websiteInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/moriah.chavis/Connect with Meagan:Instagram: http://instagram.com/faithandfables/ Facebook: http://facebook.com/faithandfablespodcast Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/8953622-meagan
Little known history and a life full of secrets are the intriguing topics that Michelle Shocklee explores in her new book The Women of Oak Ridge. In today's episode, we discuss the secret town of Oak Ridge and the mission they helped accomplish in WW2: the building of the atomic bomb--unknown to many of the employees there until after its detonation. You'll love hearing Michelle's thoughts on this unique setting and story alongside how she writes about the hope of the Gospel even in the hardest times. Grab The Women of Oak Ridge! Connect with Michelle: Website: https://michelleshocklee.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michelleshocklee/Connect with Meagan:Instagram: http://instagram.com/faithandfables/ Facebook: http://facebook.com/faithandfablespodcast Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/8953622-meagan
Have you ever dreamed of living in the regency era? What if you could explore all things regency in modern times? Join us this week as we chat with author Mollie Rushmeyer about her debut romcom with Bethany House! You'll love hearing about her journey to becoming a published author, a regency-themed retreat, and the real-life inspiration behind her novel The Rules of Falling for You!Grab The Rules of Falling for You! Connect with Carrie: Website: https://www.molliejrushmeyer.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/molliejoyrushmeyer/Connect with Meagan:Instagram: http://instagram.com/faithandfables/ Facebook: http://facebook.com/faithandfablespodcast Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/8953622-meagan
We're back with another Meet the Bookstagrammer episode! Join us this week as we chat with Alison from @reading.in.azaleawoods. You'll love hearing her heart behind her bookstagram and how she graciously approaches true and honest book reviews. Tune into this week's episode to hear from Alison and check the links below to connect with her!Connect with Alison: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reading.in.azaleawoods/?hl=enConnect with Meagan:Instagram: http://instagram.com/faithandfables/ Facebook: http://facebook.com/faithandfablespodcast Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/8953622-meagan
Medieval Christian fiction?! Yes, please! The Huntress Series by Carrie Cotten captivated me this summer, so I just had to have Carrie on for an episode. This series has strong female warriors, intense battle scenes, hilarious banter, and strong gospel messages--basically it has it all! Tune in this week to hear more from the author and see why it needs to be next on your TBR!Grab The Huntress here!Connect with Carrie: Website: https://www.carriecotten.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authorcarriecottenConnect with Meagan:Instagram: http://instagram.com/faithandfables/ Facebook: http://facebook.com/faithandfablespodcast Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/8953622-meagan
We're back with another Meet the Bookstagrammer episode! Join us this week as we chat with Shelby from @shelbsbookshelves. You'll love hearing how she started her specifically Christian bookstagram as she shares her testimony and what Christ has done for her reading. Tune into this week's episode to hear from Shelby and check the links below to connect with her!Connect with Amanda: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shelbsbookshelveshttps://www.instagram.com/shelbsbookshelvesConnect with Meagan:Instagram: http://instagram.com/faithandfables/ Facebook: http://facebook.com/faithandfablespodcast Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/8953622-meagan
Looking for small town fiction with little to no romance? Katie Powner writes exactly that. If you're like me you may be a little skeptical about no romance, but Katie's new book When the Road Comes Around doesn't disappoint! You'll love hearing from Katie about her unique lane in Christian fiction in this week's episode. Grab When the Road Comes Around here!Connect with Katie: Website: https://www.katiepowner.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authorkatiepownerConnect with Meagan:Instagram: http://instagram.com/faithandfables/ Facebook: http://facebook.com/faithandfablespodcast Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/8953622-meagan