The Best of Women's Fiction

Dec 09 2023 114 ep. 18 mins 5

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Interviews with the best of women’s fiction authors. Where do best-selling authors find their story inspiration? Plus books they recommend, and advice for other writers.Hosted by award-winning author, Lainey Cameron and Ashley Hasty, the book blogger behind HastyBookList.com

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Kelly Irvin, award-winning author of The Year of Goodbyes and Hellos

Dec 09 2023 16 mins

For our last episode of this season, award-winning author Kelly Irvin talks about her most recent release, "The Year of Goodbyes and Hellos," a deeply personal novel inspired by her own experience with ovarian cancer.Kelly has authored more than 35 Amish romances, romantic suspense novels, and novellas. Her latest book, "The Year of Goodbyes and Hellos," recoun

Emily Bleeker, Wall Street Journal bestselling author

Dec 02 2023 14 mins

Bestselling author Emily Bleeker, with six novels under her belt, is a two-time Whitney Award finalist, Wall Street Journal bestseller, and Amazon charts topper. In her latest historical fiction novel, "When We Were Enemies," Emily unveils a compelling narrative featuring two women from different generations thrust into the spotlight. This powerful novel, inspired by her

Katherine Howe, New York Times bestselling author of Historical Fiction

Nov 30 2023 22 mins

Katherine Howe is a New York Times bestselling and award-winning historian and novelist. She delves into the riveting world of piracy and maritime history in her latest novel, A True Account: Hannah Masury's Sojourn Amongst the Pyrates, Written by Herself. Drawing inspiration from her own genealogy, the book explores how women looked for their own freedom and independence then

Special Fall Episode Hot New Releases!

Nov 21 2023 22 mins

A special Fall episode featuring hot new releases from our past guests! In this episode we share a range of newly released and upcoming books, from emotional and romantic women’s fiction, to historical fiction, domestic suspense, and even an apocalyptic holiday tale. Acid Christmas by Charlotte Dune Always Orchid by Carol Van Den Hende As Though You Were Mine by J Marie Rundquist

Chrystyna Lucyk-Berger, author of The Diplomat's Wife Series

Nov 11 2023 22 mins

Award-winning author Chrystyna Lucyk-Berger talks about her first two books in The Diplomat's Wife series: "The American Wife" and "An American Wife in Paris". The third book, "The American Wife's Secret," has just been released. In this gripping World War 2 fiction, we follow the journey of Kitty Larsson, a U.S. senator's daughter whose l

Jane Healey, Bestselling author of Historical Fiction

Nov 04 2023 13 mins

Step back in time with Jane Healey, the Washington Post and Amazon Charts bestselling author of 'The Secret Stealers.' In her latest historical novel, 'Goodnight From Paris,' we're transported to Nazi-occupied France. Here, an American film star embraces her most dangerous role, weaving a tale of loyalty and resistance, inspired by the true story of real-life Ho

Special Fall Episode Exciting 2023 Debuts!

Oct 28 2023 35 mins

In this special episode, we showcase six exciting women's fiction debuts. Each of our chosen authors shares insights about their novel, the inspiration behind it, and their best writing advice. From historical fiction to multi-cultural romance and a dose of the supernatural, there's something here for everyone! Anju Gattani author of Dynasties, Book 1 in the Winds of Fire

Mary Camarillo, Award-winning author of Those People Behind Us

Oct 21 2023 15 mins

Mary Camarillo is the author of the award-winning novel, "The Lockhart Women." Her poems and short fiction have appeared in publications such as TAB Journal, 166 Palms, Sonora Review, and The Ear. Her latest novel, Those People Behind Us is set in the summer of 2017 in Wellington Beach, California. This captivating story delves into the lives of five neighbors navigating

Vanessa Riley, Award-winning author of Historical Fiction

Oct 14 2023 13 mins

Vanessa Riley is an award-winning author of historical fiction. Her novels illuminate the hidden histories of Black women and women of color, emphasizing strong sisterhoods and vibrant multicultural communities. Her novel, Island Queen was a Good Morning America Buzz Pick and she was also named the 2023 Georgia Author of the Year Awards Literary Fiction Winner for Sister Mother Wa

Ann Marie Jackson, author of The Broken Hummingbird

Oct 07 2023 20 mins

Our choice for the first episode of the new season, Ann Marie Jackson's debut novel, The Broken Hummingbird, was announced as a finalist in the 2023 American Fiction and International Book Awards. Set in the Mexican town of San Miguel de Allende, where Lainey Cameron also resides, this novel wrestles with marital dissolution and cultural dissonance, following a woman’s strugg