The LiteraryScape Podcast
The LiteraryScape podcast serves both readers and writers of historical Christian romance with a sprinkling of contemporary Christian suspense books. We read, discuss, review, and rate books in this unique romance sub-genre. For authors, we bring inside tips and tricks from those who have gone before us. LiteraryScape is the one stop shop for both readers and authors to connect, learn, and grow together.
Featured Episode
Behind the Scenes of Lynn H. Blackburn’s Defend and Protect Series
Romantic suspense author Lynn H. Blackburn reveals the insider secrets behind her Defend and Protect Secret Service series. Discover how real Secret Service experience shaped her research, which scenes were inspired by true events, why readers love Gil and Under Fire, and the creative challenges of writing authentic law enforcement romance. Plus, Lynn discusses disability representation, her writing process, and what’s next in her Gossamer Falls series. Perfect for romantic suspense fans and aspiring authors interested in the craft of research-driven fiction.
All Episodes
Rescuing the Damsel
In this episode Jamie and Melissa discuss Even Forever by Robin Lee Hatcher. This is the first book in her Boulder Creek Romance series. Let’s start off by just saying Rosalie comes from a very dysfunctional family. She seems to be the only normal one and the one with a relationship with Christ. He
2024 Reading Kickoff
In this episode, Tiffanie, Jamie and Melissa reveal the 2024 reading list, along with their predictions on which books and series will be their favorite. We are so excited to share with our listeners and fellow readers that we will feature two series outside the historical Christian romance genre t
The Author Mentorship
Introducing the LiteraryScape Author Mentorship. Designed for the aspiring historical Christian romance author, it’s the only one of its kind. This mentorship offers step-by-step guidance and one-on-one coaching to launch your author career with success.
That’s a Wrap for 2023
Announcements: Welcome to the last episode of the year! Tiffanie, Jamie, and I are excited to share our favorites from the 2023 reading year. We’d love to hear yours, just shoot us and email to literaryscape@literaryscape.com with the subject 2023 favorites. It is almost the start of a new year and
Interview with Sara R. Turnquist
Announcements: We’ve got an exciting interview with author Sara R. Turnquist for you today. Before we dive in, let me a share a few announcements. First, if you haven’t already, be sure to sign-up for our LiteraryScape newsletter. We have some exciting new events coming in 2024 for both readers and
A Fight for Faith
Announcements: • Merry Christmas everyone! I cannot believe we are just 3 days away from celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. • Let’s pray and then jump into this week’s inspiring book discussion. God you are so amazing. Thank you for your never-ending love and forgiveness. Be with each of us as
A Christmas Romance
Announcements: For Writers: Every author whether aspiring or published needs an active writing group to support them. What does an active writing group involve? 1. They meet often. 2. They are consistent. 3. They communicate regularly. 4. They offer training. If you’re curious to learn more about t
An Unexpected Love
In this episode Tiffanie, Jamie, and Melissa discuss the first book in the Cripple Creek series by Sara R. Turnquist, Hope in Cripple Creek. We met Katherine in Leaving StoneyBrook. She is Tom and Lauren’s daughter and David’s little sister. After a traumatic accident that left her broken, Katherin
A Quiet Faith
In this episode Tiffanie, Jamie, and Melissa discuss the second novella in Sara R. Turnquist’s Cripple Creek series, Leaving StoneyBrook. This novella picks up with Tom and Lauren’s son, David. You’ll enjoy seeing the ranch and family Tom and Lauren have built for...