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- S3 E3 The Art of Co-writing with Lynette Eason and Kelly Underwood
Join us for this very special conversation with TWO amazing authors, Lynette Eason and Kelly Underwood ,as we discuss their newest release, Deadly Charade. We peel back the curtain on the art of cowriting a series: brainstorming, plotting, editing, and keeping track of all the details! You'll hear the inspiration behind the series, how they researched the FBI details, and even some fascinating perspective from Lynette, who is both an author AND an agent.
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Linked Books/Resources:
Elite Guardians Series
The Story Equation by Susie May Warren
Save the Cat! Writes a Novel by Jessica Brody
Novel Crafter
47 min - S3 E2 History and Heart with Heidi Gray McGill
Join us as we talk to Heidi Gray McGil, an award-winning author of Christian historical and contemporary romance. Her stories carry readers through heartbreak, healing, and the moments where grace breaks through.
We talk about her writing journey, her heart for her readers, and how she keeps all of her stories straight. You won't want to miss Heidi share how she has overcome struggles and how she pours hope into her books!
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40 min - S3 E1 High Exposure Romance, Suspense, & Winter Sports with cohost Kelly Borjas
Welcome back to season 3 of the LitLadies Podcast! We are so excited to kick off a new season! We put our very own cohost, Kelly Borjas, in the hot seat to discuss her debut novel, High Exposure.
We talk about Kelly's writing journey, advice she'd give to other writers, and why it's so important not to make writing your identity. Kelly shares behind-the-scenes details and her connection to the unique Colorado setting. Join us for the start of this new season!
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45 min - S2 E18 A Bright Summer with Author Courtney Walsh
Our end of the season finale episode delivers a full summer treat! We are joined by the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of several romance and contemporary women’s fiction novels, Courtney Walsh.
She is a Carol-award winner, Christy award finalist and seeker of happy endings.
This week we discuss mid-life heroines, authenticity on social media, and the ever-dominant AI discussion. We dive into the differences between romcoms and women's fiction, Courtney's writing journey, and how theater plays a part in her daily life.
You won't want to miss this bright star of popular fiction!
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Brighter Than Before By Courtney Walsh
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56 min - S2 E17 Millenials, Magic, and Motherhood with Stephanie Mack
Join the LitLadies in our chat with special guest Stephanie Mack.
We discuss her upcoming book, Twenty Something Else, and all of the topics within!
We discuss aging, marriage, and what we would change if we could re-live our twenties. We go deep in this episode (purity culture and contentment!) and hear Steph's heart for marriage, families, and supporting women.
In addition, we'll hear about her indie to traditional publishing journey, rejection, and the importance of community in the writing world.
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TwentySomething Else by Stephanie Mack
When We Blinked by Stephanie Mack
Underline That Podcast with Stephanie Mack
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1 hr 12 min - S2 E 16 Notes of History with Author Amanda Wen
Join us this week as we chat with award-winning author Amanda Wen. We talk about the influence of music in her stories, how she weaves historical and contemporary threads together, and how her own personal family history makes an appearance in her stories.
We talk about the midwest, similarities between music and writing, and more. This interview hits all the notes!
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Linked Books:
The Rhythm of Fractured Grace by Amanda Wen
Echoes of a Silent Song by Amanda Wen
Freedom's Ring by Heidi Chiavaroli
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57 min - S2 E 15 Beyond the Body Count: Thrillers with Hope with Special Guest Jessica R. Patch
An author who loves pink but her stories run red! This week we are joined by New York Times and Publishers Weekly bestselling author Jessica R. Patch, who is known for her dry wit and signature twists.
Jessica R. Patch websiteThe Other Sister by Jessica R. Patch
The Girl Upstairs by Jessica R. Patch
The Garden Girls by Jessica R. Patch
Crime Scene Conspiracy by Jessica R. Patch
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54 min - S2 E14 Romance in Alaska with Heidi McCahan
Heidi talks to us about her writing journey, what drives her to write and why. She shares how she uses technological tools to be more efficient, and what it’s like working with her mentor. We hear all about Alaska and its role in her books. We get to take a deep dive into balancing motherhood with other tasks–how to prioritize, what to say “no” to, and more.
Heidi McCahan WebsiteThe Other Side of Goodbye by Heidi McCahan
The Long Way Back to You by Heidi McCahan
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1 hr 2 min - S2 E13 Building Fantasy Worlds...Magic Systems and More with Karissa Riffel
In this episode, we put our very own co-host Karissa Riffel in the hot seat!
We explore how to write fantasy and some of the subgenres within. We talk world building, magic systems, and how long fantasy novels tend to be.
If you've ever wondered about the different facets of fantasy books, wanted to try your hand at writing one, or even wanted to know the difference between YA and Adult fantasy, you won't want to miss this episode, complete with fantasy recs.
Moorwitch by Jessica Khoury
Brandon Sanderson
Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. TolkienDivine Rivals by Rebecca Ross
Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries by Heather Fawcett
The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss
A Study in Drowning by Ava Reid
Circe by Madeline Miller
The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern
Caraval by Stephanie Garberhttps://shadowlandsdispatch.substack.com/p/faith-and-fantasy-literature-a-christian-749
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49 min - S2 E12 Magic and Miracles with author Marian A. Jacobs
Join us as we discuss Magic and Miracles with special guest, Marian A. Jacobs. We take a deep look at fantasy, literature, and even parental guidance for media selection. We talk about Satanic Panic, what may draw someone to the occult (is it literature?!), and even Harry Potter.
Marian shares some of the guiding questions she uses to determine whether fantasy magic resembles demonic or divine supernaturalism.
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Books and resources mentioned:
On Magic & Miracles by Marian A. Jacobs
Redeemed Reader
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About Lit Ladies
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We are the Lit Ladies: Three writers and moms exploring how to live out our faith in our literary lives. We span the country–from the coasts to the midwest—and with different stages of life, careers, and favorite genres, we are sure to cover the literary landscape.
In every episode, we’ll discuss books we love, reading life, and writing craft, using the Bible as our guide for beauty, goodness, and truth.
New episodes drop every other Friday!
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