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.
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Diving Deep into Lynn H. Blackburn’s “Malicious Intent”
Welcome back to another exciting episode of the LiteraryScape podcast! This week, we’re thrilled to discuss Lynn H. Blackburn’s captivating novel Malicious Intent, the second book in her compelling Defend and Protect series. About the Book Malicious Intent follows Dr. Ivy Collins, founder and CEO of
Episode 166: When Protectors Need Protection: Our Review of Lynn H. Blackburn’s: Unknown Threat
The Secret Service agents who dedicate their lives to protecting others suddenly find themselves as targets in Lynn H. Blackburn’s gripping novel Unknown Threat, the first book in her Defend and Protect series. Our podcast team dove into this heart-pounding thriller, and we’re excited to share our t
Episode 165: Behind the Badge: A Conversation with Romantic Suspense Powerhouse Lynette Eason
From our recent Friday Book Club podcast episode featuring the prolific author’s newest release, Final Approach There’s something captivating about authors who can seamlessly weave heart-pounding suspense with compelling romance, and Lynette Eason has mastered this art form across nearly 70 publishe
Fairy Tales Meet the Wild West: Our Interview with Karen Witemeyer About Her Texas Ever After Series
Welcome back to LiteraryScape! We recently had the pleasure of welcoming back beloved author Karen Witemeyer to discuss her enchanting Texas Ever After fairy tale series. If you missed our live discussion, here’s everything you need to know about these delightful Western retellings. When Classic Tal
Red Riding Hood or Beauty & the Beast? We Can’t Decide! | Cloaked in Beauty Book Review
Welcome back to LiteraryScape Book Club! This week we dove into Karen Witemeyer’s enchanting novel Cloaked in Beauty, and what a delightful discussion we had about this multi-layered fairy tale retelling. The Story That Captivated Us Set in the atmospheric Piney Woods of East Texas, Cloaked in Beaut
When Prince Charming Loses His Boot
When Prince Charming Loses His Boot: A Gender-Flipped Cinderella That Had Us Hooked
What happens when you flip the classic Cinderella story and give the glass slipper to a wealthy woman instead? Karen Witemeyer delivers a delightful answer in If the Boot Fits, and our LiteraryScape Book Club couldn’t put it down!
When Prince Charming Loses His Boot: A Gender-Flipped Cinderella That Had Us Hooked
What happens when you flip the classic Cinderella story and give the glass slipper to a wealthy woman instead? Karen Witemeyer delivers a delightful answer in If the Boot Fits, and our LiteraryScape Book Club couldn’t put it down! The Story That Hooked Us From Page One In this clever reimagining of
Fairest of Heart – A Snow White Western Romance
Welcome back to Literary Scape, where we explore the wonderful world of historical Christian romance! In this episode, we dove deep into Fairest of Heart, by Karen Witemeyer. A clever Snow White retelling set in the Wild West. The Story Fairest of Heart follows Penelope Snow, a young woman whose bea
From Mount St. Helens to Fire Mountain: A Conversation with Dana Mentink
This week on the LiteraryScape Friday Book Club, host Melissa LaShure welcomed author Dana Mentink to discuss her thrilling new suspense novel, Fire Mountain. In this captivating conversation, Dana shared the inspiration behind her unique setting, her fascinating protagonist, and what readers can ex