Join me as I interview authors of contemporary Christian fiction. Hear about their writing journeys, inspiration, tips and tricks. It's not as easy as you might think.
Finding Faith in Juniper Creek: An Interview with Author Erica Kingsbury
In this episode of Between the Lines, I sat down with Christian author Erica Kingsbury to dive into her beloved middle-grade fiction collection, the Juniper Creek Series. Erica opened up about how the series originally began as a simple, heartfelt summer project with her nine-year-old son to intentionally spend quality mother-son time together.
We discussed how she drew inspiration from her real-life hometown in eastern Washington state to craft the charming, orchard-lined fictional town of Juniper Creek. Erica also candidly shared the everyday challenges of balancing a writing career while being a stay-at-home mom and navigating the beautiful, unexpected journey of raising a special needs child. Tune in for an encouraging conversation about family, faith, and finding purpose in every season of motherhood and ministry.
Connect with Erica at her website EricaKingsbury.com where you'll find parent resources tied to each of her books along with information about her non-fiction book Not Alone: God's Presence on the Path of the Special Needs Mom.
17 Sept 2026
Finding Courage in the House of Wind with Laura DeNooyer
Finding Courage in the House of Wind with Laura DeNooyer explores the heavy but necessary themes behind her latest novel launch. In this episode, I sat down with Christian fiction author Laura DeNooyer to discuss her powerful new release, House of Wind. The book shines a light on a rarely discussed epidemic: a pastor's wife navigating the devastating reality of being married to a covert narcissist. Laura shared what inspired her to tackle emotional abuse within ministry families and how she crafted the courage of her main character.
We also took a lighter detour into Laura's personal life, diving into her annual solo road trip through parts of the United States. She shared how these journeys fuel her creative process, clear her mind, and offer moments of deep reflection. Whether you are a writer looking for creative inspiration or someone seeking hope and validation through heavy emotional seasons, this conversation is for you.
Grab your copy House of Wind on Amazon and discover more stories and updates on Laura DeNooyer's Official Website (https://lauradenooyer-author.com/)
3 Sept 2026
The Dutch Resistance: Writing WWII Romance with Linda Shenton Matchett
In this episode of Between the Lines, I sat down with historical romance author Linda Shenton Matchett to explore her unique journey through the publishing world. Linda shared how her childhood love for storytelling was reignited in 2002 while writing for Travel & Lifestyles Magazine, a pivotal moment that eventually led her to shift from journalism to fiction.
We dove deep into her latest work, Shetland Sunset, part of The Resistance Chronicles. While many World War II novelists focus on familiar battlefields, Linda carves out a distinct niche by exploring the perilous missions of the "Shetland Bus" and the European underground resistance. We also discuss her strict research philosophy, highlighting why she prioritizes rare primary sources over quick internet searches to bring authentic, forgotten history to life.
Tune in to discover the discipline behind historical accuracy and how to find your own unique storytelling niche.
Connect with Linda on her website and social media.
Website/Blog/Books: http://www.LindaShentonMatchett.com
Facebook Reader's Page: www.facebook.com/groups/lindashentonmatchettsreadersgroup/
Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/lindasmatchett (http://www.pinterest.com/lindasmatchett)
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lindamatchett (https://www.youtube.com/@lindamatchett)
BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/linda-shenton-matchett
Purchase Link for Shetland Sunset: https://books2read.com/u/4AWqJk
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Hollywood Comebacks & Broken Trust with Whitman's Choice Author John Price
Published 4 Jun 2026 · Transcript excerpt
[…] I didn't have those issues back in the day when I was a kid because they had something called the television code. And that was a production code, very similar to the Hays Code for movies that they had back in the days in Hollywood. Not familiar with the Hays Code, that was enforced during the 30s to about the late 60s. And then that's when the rating system came in with the G and the PG and all that stuff. Local boards had various rating things, I think, but they came along and standardized that, I think, and the movie industry wanted to have a rating system to where the parents would have to make the decision as to what. […]
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