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
Episode 176: Can You Say No?
Episode 176 Can You Say No? Welcome back to the LiteraryScape Podcast! In this episode, we dive into Book 2 of Jody Hedlund's High Country Ranch series, Willing to Wed the Rancher. Join us as we discuss strong characters, family rifts, unexpected romance, and one very...
When Best Friends and Brothers Collide
Welcome back to LiteraryScape! This week we’re diving into Waiting For the Rancher by Jody Hedlund, the first book in her High Country Ranch series. If you love a good brother’s best friend romance with plenty of drama and heart, this one’s for you!
Breaking Barriers in Bloomers
Join us for an inspiring conversation with author Abbey Downey as she shares the fascinating real-life women who inspired her Adventurous Hearts series—featuring a race car driver, baseball umpire, and explorer defying expectations in the early 1900s. Discover quirky historical research finds (cheese on walls, anyone?), why An Unexpected Catch was a family collaboration, and get a sneak peek at Abbey’s next series coming in 2026.
An Uncharted Dream
Episode 173 An Uncharted Dream by Abbey DowneyWelcome back to LiteraryScape! This week, we're wrapping up our discussion of the Adventurous Hearts series with An Uncharted Dream by Abbey Downey, and let me tell you—this one is a real page-turner!Hosts & Guests...
An Unexpected Catch
Episode 172 An Unexpected Catch by Abbey DowneyWelcome back to LiteraryScape! This week, we're diving into An Unexpected Catch by Abbey Downey, the second book in the Adventurous Hearts series. This historical romance set in Chicago's semiprofessional baseball league...
An Uncertain Road by Abbey Downey
Review of An Uncertain Road by Abby Downey. Historical Christian romance set during 1905 Glidden Tour auto race. Sweet romance, faith themes & racing adventure!
Behind the Scenes of Lynn H. Blackburn’s Defend and Protect Series
Welcome to another LiteraryScape podcast recap! This week, host Melissa LaShure sat down with romantic suspense author Lynn H. Blackburn to discuss her thrilling Defend and Protect series, which takes readers deep into the world of the Secret Service. Research That Brings Authenticity to Life One of
Under Fire: The Thrilling Conclusion to the Defend and Protect Series
Welcome back to LiteraryScape! This week, we’re wrapping up our discussion of Lynn H. Blackburn’s Defend and Protect series with the final installment, Under Fire—the story fans have been waiting for since book one. The Story We’ve Been Waiting For If you’ve been following this series, you know that
Lynn H. Blackburn Novellas Review: Deadly Objective & Out of Time
Double the Romance, Double the Suspense: A LiteraryScape Review of Lynn H. Blackburn’s Latest Novellas This week on LiteraryScape, we took a slightly different approach and dove into not one, but two captivating novellas by acclaimed author Lynn H. Blackburn. These fast-paced romantic suspense stori