The Christian Romance Podcast

Interview with Mary Connealy: Faith, Fiction, and Mental Health in Christian Romance


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In this episode of the Christian Romance Podcast, Kelly sits down with bestselling author Mary Connealy. Mary shares her inspiring journey from stay-at-home mom to published author, navigating the highs and lows of the writing world. Together, they explore the ways faith, mental health, and historical research shape her stories, and discuss her dedication to raising awareness on women’s rights through fiction. Tune in as Mary reveals how scripture encourages her writing and how she found her unique voice in Christian romance.

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Meet Mary Connealy

Mary Connealy writes romantic comedies with cowboys and is celebrated for her fun, zany, action-packed style. She has sold more than 1.5 million books and is the author of the popular series WYOMING SUNRISE, THE LUMBER BARON’S DAUGHTERS, and many other books. Mary lives on a ranch in eastern Nebraska with her very own romantic cowboy hero.

Visit Mary’s website www.MaryConnealy.com

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    Romans 8:31, NKJV What then shall we say to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?

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