Finding Acceptance and Belonging through Books with Author Ainsley Billings (E64)
In today’s episode I am chatting with Ainsley Billings. Ainsley is a first-time author, hoping to always create new worlds and characters. She is the author of a dystopian/urban fantasy, The Offenders. We talked all about getting vulnerable amongst the pages and what writing has done for processing big events in her life. It is a delightful episode and one you will not want to miss! Happy listening!
Funny and Adventurous Books from the Kids (E63)
In today’s episode, we are chatting with Jarek and his Mom, Sami. Jarek is 8, so the books shared are early chapter books or middle grade novels. Hope you enjoy this short and sweet episode with Jarek. I’d love to hear your thoughts on if you’d like to hear more book flights from the kids!
Epic Fantasies with Author Bryan Mitchell (E62)
In today’s episode, I am chatting with Bryan Mitchell. Bryan is an award-winning author of epic fantasies living in Archdale, NC. His writing is inspired by his Christian faith, and is filled with relevant themes that can be identified in today's society even though they are written into fantastical worlds. He is the author of Infernal Fall and Almost Paradise, which just released on October 24th, 2023.
Author Sara Brunsvold and Intergenerational Family Novels (E61)
In today’s episode, I am chatting with Sara Brunsvold. Sara creates stories that speak hope, truth and life. Sara is the author of The Extraordinary Deaths of Mrs. Kip and her newest novel, The Divine Proverb of Streusel. Sara and I had a delightful conversation about books strongly set in the Midwest, small town magic and the wisdom and mutual advantage of intergenerational relationships.
Having the Courage to Ask Hard Questions with Author Lori Ann Wood (E60)
In today’s episode, I am chatting with Lori Ann Wood. Lori Ann lives with her husband in an empty nest in beautiful Bentonville, Arkansas. Having discovered a serious heart condition almost too late, Lori Ann writes to encourage others to explore their difficult faith questions along the detours of life. This episode is filled with so much wisdom, truth and beauty.
A Book Flight to Make You Feel Good with Author Cori Wamsley (E59)
In today’s episode, I am chatting with Cori Wamsley. Cori is the CEO of Aurora Corialis Publishing and works with leaders who have a transformational story to share. Cori is here today to talk about 2 of her recent fiction novels, “Braving the Shore” and “The Treasures We Seek.”
The Think Happy Journey Book Flight with Kaitlin Cuevas (E58)
This was such a fun episode to record. Kaitlin shares all about how to think happy in your life, find the why behind your what to drive your purpose and so much more!
Southern Fiction with Author Paul Attaway (E57)
In today’s episode, I am chatting wtih Paul Attaway. Paul is the author of BLOOD IN THE LOW COUNTRY and ELI’S REDEMPTION. Paul states that writing these books, along with the move to Charleston, was a coming home of sorts, a return to the South. The history and culture of America’s South is rich, complicated, at times comical, sad, tragic, uplifting, and inspiring.
A Romantasy Book Flight with Author Sarah Marie Page (E56) Including a Special Anniversary Edition with The Sisters Who Read Bookstagram
In today’s episode, I am chatting with Sarah Marie Page. Sarah writes light and fluffy YA fantasy. She lives in sunny Phoenix, Arizona with her equally fluffy cat with her husband, who is not fluffy. She is currently querying HOUSE OF SMOKE and writing SERPENT GREEN, VENOM BLUE. She also has a witchy manuscript that lives in a trunk under the bed.
This episode also includes a special edition from our 1st anniversary giveaway from The Sisters Who Read Bookstagram. The Sisters Who Read bookstagram account was launched by two sisters, Jen and Sarah, who have a shared love of books. Jen and Sarah don’t live close together, so sharing stories and endlessly rehashing their latest reads is one of their favorite pastimes.
Behind Every Crime is a Family Book Flight with Author Carl Vonderau (E55)
In today’s episode, I am chatting with Carl Vonderau. Carl is an award-winning author of crime fiction. His first novel, “Murderabilia,” was published in 2019 and won a Left Coast Crime award for Best Debut, and a San Diego Book award for Best Mystery. His second novel, “Saving Myles,” was published in August 2023.