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
The Beginning of a Legacy
In this episode Tiffanie, Jamie, and Melissa discuss Leaving Waverly by Sara R. Turnquist. This is the first prequel in her Cripple Creek series. If you listen to this podcast episode, you’ll find it insightful, intriguing, and concise. We enjoyed this fast-paced love story with Tom and Lauren. The
Saving Scarlett
In this episode Tiffanie, Jamie, and Melissa will be discussing the novella Scarlett from Kathleen Ball’s series, The Settlers. We finally make it to Scarlett’s story, but let’s be honest she isn’t anyone’s favorite character. So far in the series she has been rude with her snide remarks. Not to me
Platinum Rule
Before we begin our inspirational moment, I wanted to let you know that I have some special announcements at the end of this episode that you don’t want to miss! Alright, welcome back to another inspirational message from historical Christian romance novels. Luke 6: 27-36 – “But I tell you who hea
Second Chances
In this episode Tiffanie, Jamie, and Melissa discuss the second book in Kathleen Ball’s Settler series, titled Juan. We are bringing you another novella this week filled with second chances. If you read last week’s novella, then you know Greg and Sonia have an unpleasant experience in their past. T
Judge Not
Welcome back to another inspirational moment from historical Christian romance novels. Matthew 7:1-5- “Judge not, that you be not judged. For with the judgment, you pronounce you will be judged, and with the measure you use it will be measured to you. Why do you see the speck that is in your brothe
Innocent and Sweet Love
In this episode Tiffanie, Jamie and Melissa discuss the first book in Kathleen Ball’s novella series, The Settlers, titled Greg. We do want to make all our listeners aware the not all of Kathleen’s books are historical Christian romance. She does write secular romance as well, so be sure to check th
An Inspirational Interview
Welcome back to another inspirational moment from historical Christian romance novels. Today’s inspirational moment is a little different. This past week I had the opportunity to sit down and talk with author Julie Lessman about her newest book A Dare and A Prayer. If you ever get a chance to meet
Interview with Author Jodi Basye
Welcome, everyone. I am so excited to have Jodi Basye here with us. We just completed some episodes on her Cross Family Saga, and it’s just an honor to have her on our show. We love to hear the behind the scenes of the books that we read. So, I would love to know what your inspiration was for the Cr
Spiritual Warfare
Welcome back to another inspirational moment from historical Christian romance novels. Hebrews 1:14 – Are not all angels ministering spirits sent to serve those who inherit salvation? Have you ever wondered about the spirit world? Or how our prayers impact spiritual battles? We live in the physica