This week I crossed having read or listened to 68 books. You can see the whole list here on Goodreads. Because I read voraciously and because we are officially in summer, I thought I’d take the time today to share some books I’ve enjoyed. At the end you’ll also find links to two givewaways on my blog — one ends …
Book Talk: Jerusha Agen Listen to Jerusha’s episode here. If you love romantic suspense, especially the kind that includes K-9 partners, you are going to love this conversation with author Jerusha Agen. We talked about why story is so important to her and why she sees it as a responsibility to wield the power of story well. She also gave …
Today I’m partnering with Revell for a giveaway of the latest releases from these authors: Amanda Cabot, Rachel Fordham, Laura Frantz, Ann Gabhart and Stephenia McGee. I loved having these ladies on Book Talk and hope you enjoy this chance to learn more about their books. The Spark of Love, by Amanda Cabot: When a spurned suitor threatens her, …
Book Talk: Allison Pittman Listen to Allison’s episode here. Anyone else inhale the Little House on the Prairie series — probably multiple times — growing up? If so, you definitely want to watch this episode of Book Talk because Allison Pittman is giving us all the behind-the-scenes into her next book Laura’s Shadow. In this book, she takes two characters …
Book Talk: Jennifer Diebel Listen to Jennifer’s episode here. Oh my goodness, y’all. I feel like I’ve just taken a vacation to Ireland in the best possible way — well, other than actually getting off the plane in Dublin. Jennifer Diebel and her family lived in Ireland for a combined six years (plus a bonus 1.5 years in Viena!). The …
I got the nicest email this week in response to a newsletter that I sent on Monday. If you’re curious you can see it here. I often write these and wonder if anyone cares or reads them, but lately I’ve been getting several responses from readers. That’s been so much fun. But it also has me thinking about what you …
Today’s special guests on Book Talk with Cara are Kelli Stuart and Joanna Politano. Both of these friends write the most immersive international historical novels. You’ll enjoy our conversation about how they find their ideas, the research they conduct, and so much more. Join @cara_putman for Book Talk and a #giveaway with @KelliStuart and @politano_joanna #amreading Click To Tweet Be …
Many writers work hard on deadline. Then life happens. It could be a pandemic. It could be a busy season with your day job. It could be a season where your children need more from you. It could be so many things. The key is writing gets interrupted. Then the contracts come again. Inspiration hits. It’s time to resettle at …
Book Talk: Gabrielle Meyer Listen to Gabrielle’s episode here. I’m delighted to introduce you to my friend Gabrielle Meyer. In this episode of Book Talk, we talked about her brand new novel When the Day Comes and how the idea developed. It’s such an interesting premise that doesn’t fit neatly into a genre. We also talked about how she writes …
My Review: In Midnight’s Budding Morrow, the author creates a marriage of convenience story that is rich and real in it’s conflict. The hero and heroine are both insecure in their positions in life, and allow those insecurities to color their interactions with each other and those around them. The heroine also struggles with depression after loss, and they have …