Have you ever wondered where an author gets an idea for their story? Or how their book went from idea to book? In Book Talk with Cara Putman, I chat with your favorite Christian authors about all things books, writing, and life!
Book Talk with Cara Putman
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Have you ever wondered where an author gets an idea for their story? Or how their book went from idea to book? In Book Talk with Cara Putman, I chat with your favorite Christian authors about all things books, writing, and life!
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May 22, 2026
199: Natalie Walters
<p>In this episode of Book Talk with Cara, host Cara Putman welcomes back romantic suspense author <a href="https://nataliewalterswriter.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Natalie Walters</a>. They discuss Natalie's new book, <a href="https://amzn.to/4tZYSxE" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Spies, Lies, and Alibis</a>, which takes a thrilling turn blending romance and high-octane suspense. Natalie shares insights into her writing process, the inspiration behind her latest novel, and her experiences, including a daring skydiving adventure in Dubai. They also delve into the themes of espionage, the moral dilemmas faced by her characters, and how she balances the romantic and suspense elements in her storytelling. With anecdotes about writing challenges and character development, this episode offers a fascinating look into the creation of a gripping and fun-filled book.</p><p><strong>Want to watch this interview?</strong> You can see this episode as well as multiple others <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLstOGlZXKnA7XpTSSUJOiyutTPl0q9Cw_" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">on YouTube</a>! Enjoy!</p><p>If you enjoyed this conversation, I would be thrilled if you left a rating and review on your favorite podcast app and leave me a note below letting me know who you would love to see on the show!</p>
May 15, 2026
198: Nancy Naigle
<p>Cara welcomes author Nancy Naigle to Book Talk to discuss her upcoming novel <a href="https://amzn.to/4cXzLG4" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Home No Matter Where</a>, the third of the Shell Collector books that can be read as standalones. Nancy shares how her career as a Bank of America senior vice president and a difficult season inspired her to write uplifting small-town love stories designed to help readers through hard days. She explains how The Shell Collector was born from grief after losing her husband in 2014 and a real story about shells with scripture found on a North Carolina beach, later becoming a Fox Nation movie and a Bible App devotional. Nancy previews Home No Matter Where as a coastal community story about Nina, a divorced mom dealing with her daughter Kendra’s difficult teen struggles, found family, and a gentle friends-to-lovers romance with Fisher, and she highlights themes of trust, belonging, and healing.</p><p><strong>You can learn more about Nancy and her books at her website:</strong> <a href="https://www.nancynaigle.com/">https://www.nancynaigle.com/</a></p><p><strong>Want to watch this interview?</strong> You can see this episode as well as multiple others <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLstOGlZXKnA7XpTSSUJOiyutTPl0q9Cw_" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">on YouTube</a>! Enjoy!</p><p>If you enjoyed this conversation, I would be thrilled if you left a rating and review on your favorite podcast app and leave me a note below letting me know who you would love to see on the show!</p>
May 8, 2026
197: TI Lowe
<p>On Book Talk with Cara, Cara interviews author <a href="https://www.tilowe.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>T.I. Lowe</strong></a> about her new novel <a href="https://amzn.to/4cmxx2W" target="_blank" rel="noopener">South of Somewhere</a>, a redemption story following Juniper as she starts over and takes small, realistic steps through addiction recovery and rehabilitation. Lowe discusses the responsibility of researching addiction, including reading memoirs and working through a 12-step-based study, to honor real experiences and build empathy. She explains how the Southern setting—Sullivan’s Island and a grandmother’s beach house—functions as a character while challenging stereotypes about who addiction affects. They explore the importance of recovery community and “found family,” Juniper’s search for the right group, and Henry’s role as a model of healthy, consistent connection. Lowe also shares how she keeps faith elements organic rather than preachy, and previews her upcoming grief-focused novel A Southern Goodbye (planned for fall 2027).</p><p><strong>Want to watch this interview?</strong> You can see this episode as well as multiple others <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLstOGlZXKnA7XpTSSUJOiyutTPl0q9Cw_" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">on YouTube</a>! Enjoy!</p><p>If you enjoyed this conversation, I would be thrilled if you left a rating and review on your favorite podcast app and leave me a note below letting me know who you would love to see on the show!</p>
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