Redeeming Lit: A Christian Fiction Podcast: Recent Episodes
Morghan Vaughn
A podcast dedicated to sharing our love of Christian Fiction hosted by three lifelong fangirls. Join us as we discuss the good, the bad, the ugly, and everything in between.
Another fun interview hitting your podcast feed today! Amanda Trumpower has written some delightful children's books that come highly recommended by Morghan's oldest son! We had a great time chatting Middle Grade, parenting, and general nerdiness. Does this sound like something you would be interested in? Have a listen!
Happy Memorial Day to all of our listeners!
We have a special treat for you today! We have a deep dive chat into the delightful enemies to lovers rom com Drive You Crazy that you can listen to and enjoy! While listening, you can also hear our chat with Australian author Jessica Kate! It was so fun hearing all of her insight about writing and we know you will agree! Have a listen!
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Happy Monday Listeners!
Today we have a very fun interview for you! We chatted to debut fiction author Rosey Lee about her book The Gardins of Edin! This is a fabulous modern retelling of some classic figures from the Bible that you may or may not (but probably will) recognize. Intrigued? Have a listen! Then go grab the book!
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Hi friends!
You know us, always trying out new episode ideas. In today's show we talk all about the books that we have been reading and loving this spring! Maybe you will find something new to add to you TBR! Hope you enjoy!
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Today we are talking to another friend from Alaska! Maryann Landers tells us all about life in small town Alaska, her amazing journey to writing, and her unique stories! We hope that you enjoy listening along! If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving a review on Spotify! We would love to hear from you! Email us at redeeminglitpodcast@gmail.com
Hello friends! đđ» We are so excited to give you this episode today! We got to read more books by one of our absolute favorite Alaskan authors, the one and only Sara Blackard. We dive into her Alaskan Rebels series and get thrown into a world of danger, rescue, and romance in the Alaskan wilderness. We hope you will listen along and enjoy these stories with us! If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a review on Spotify. We want to hear from you! Email us at redeeminglitpodcast@gmail.com
Happy Monday Everyone! We had so much fun oooing and aaahing over this swoony epistolary novel! If you like Youâve Got Mail, Scotland, and all things bookish, then we are pretty sure this book is for you. Join along with us as we indulge in this weekâs decadent romance! Please consider leaving a review on Spotify if you enjoyed this weekâs episode! We would also love to hear from you! Email us at redeeminglitpodcast@gmail.com
Happy April Listeners! Donât worry, this isnât an Aprilâs Foolâs Joke, we really do have a new episode for you today! We interview debut fiction author Kendra Broekhuis. We talk about dealing with grief, the long road of healing, and all of the actual tears that went into writing this book. Kendra has a fantastic message to share and we hope that you will listen along with us. Please consider leaving a review on Spotify if you enjoyed this weekâs episode! We would also love to hear from you! Email us at redeeminglitpodcast@gmail.com
Yâall! We are back this week reading not only a swoony cowboy romance, but also a book written by one of our favorite Alaskan authors! After you listen to this episode, check out our previous interview with Jodi from Season 1! Please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify if you enjoyed this weekâs episode! We would also love to hear from you! Email us at redeeminglitpodcast@gmail.com
Come with us as we step back in time and take a look at a âwhat ifâ iteration of the story of St. Valentine. This book was a powerful story that was beautifully told, and we had the great pleasure to talk to the author and get some behind the scenes sneak peeks that you WILL NOT want to miss! Please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify if you enjoyed this weekâs episode! We would also love to hear from you! Email us at redeeminglitpodcast@gmail.com
Today we dive into another thrilling romantic suspense by repeat author Dani Pettrey. Art heists, riddles, and of course romance make this a heart pounding story from start to finish! Sound intriguing? Have a listen! Please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify if you enjoyed this weekâs episode! We would also love to hear from you! Email us at redeeminglitpodcast@gmail.com
This episode is a TKO that you wonât want to miss! Just kidding đ but we did read Carmen Schoberâs After She Falls and delve into the world of professional fighting, gritty stories, and Godâs beautiful redemption. We also got to talk to Carmen and get some inside scoop on her motivation for the story along with her process as a writer. Yâall are going to love this one!
Todayâs episode features a book by one of our all time podcast faves. Thatâs right, we are reading the newest Laura Frantz book and taking about all things France, rebuilding your life from the ground up, family restoration, and or course some sweet romance thrown in! Get transported back in time with us as we discuss the lush Georgian setting that Frantz does so well!
Itâs here listeners!! Our first book episode of Season 3!! We are delighted to have Becky Wade, fan favorite and friend of the pod, back on to chat about her newest installment in The Sons of Scandal Series! We chat with Becky about all things swoony and self publishing, and of course we gush about the book. We are certain you will not want to miss this conversation!
Weâre BAAACCCCKK! Making our grand entrance into Season 3 with a super fun conversation with Shannon from @thereelbookery on Instagram. We talk all about some of our favorite Christian Fiction books and what we love about the genre! We also canât talk about books without also talking about the goodness of God, so we get a little deep in this oneđ Have a listen, and buckle up for Season 3!!
This is it listeners! We have arrived at the end of Season 2! What an absolutely amazing year this has been for all three of us! In this episode we talk about our highs (and a few lows) as we look back over the whole season. We love and appreciate you all. We couldnât do this without you! See you in Season 3!
Well friends, we have made it. This is our final book episode of Season 2 đ„Č. We wanted to end Season 2 with a bang, so we had to choose a Julie Klassen book! In this episode we discuss Klassenâs newest release, AND we chat with the author, AND we have a special guest on to talk about the book with us. Buckle up friends, this episode is a long one but we think you will enjoy the journey!
We have arrived, dear listeners, at our penultimate book episode of Season 2. For this episode, also the last in our YA theme, we decided to with a Jane Austen retelling. We read this lovely adaptation of Austenâs (arguably) most famous work, Pride and Prejudice. We had a ton of fun talking about this book and hope you have just as much fun listening!
Happy December Listeners! We are ushering in the Christmas season with a first here on the podcast. Today we read and discuss a delightful Christmas novella collection and we get to chat with ALL THREE authors at the same time. You guys, this was an absolute delight to record and we hope it will be just as fun to listen to!
Another installment in our YA theme hits your podcast app today! In this episode we talk about the super intense Sci-fi Dystopian novel The Recruit of Talionis and we imagine what it would be like if we found ourselves stuck in this crazy place. We also talk to the talented author, CJ Milacci, and get all the scoop about how she created this insane world! We think you all will really enjoy this episode!
Hello listeners! Today we start our first episode in our YA theme, but we decided to make it a hybrid! We loved the book so much that we absolutely needed to talk to the author as well! Do you love stories filled with hope and finding Jesus in unexpected ways? Do you love a swoony romance? If so, then this episode is for you!
Pack your bags and survival gear because in this episode we head to the Canadian wilderness for, possibly, the scariest vacation imaginable. This book wraps up our Sci-Fi/Fantasy series, although this book probably fits more into the Thriller vein. Heart pounding action, scary situations, and lots of hunting descriptions. Intrigued? Have a listen!
Get ready everyone, this book was a doozy! We read the iconic Christian horror book The Oath and, surprise surprise, we had a lot to say about it. đ This episode features a guest, some giggles, and a God factor segment that may surprise you. We hope you tune in!
We have a lovely Author interview for you all today! Kristi Ann Hunter talks to us all about the switch from traditional publishing to indie publishing, the difference in writing contemporary vs. historical, and gives us a peek into her writing process. This was such a fun conversation and we hope you all enjoy!
Wow,wow,wow. We have got a treat for your ears today, listeners! We read an absolute classic in the Christian Fiction world, and one of the formidable entries in the Narnia series! Not only do we get to discuss this rich text, but we also get to collaborate with a dear friend and fellow Narnia devotee. This is a must listen for all Christian Fiction fans!
Identity, belonging, and history are some of the themes that are present in the beautiful book that we read today. We also got to speak to the author about her writing process and some of the historical details that inspired this story. We hope you enjoy!
This episode is a doozy friends. Today we discuss the very controversial series that took the world by storm in the late 90âs. We get serious,silly,then serious again. Buckle your squashes and dive in with us!
Happy Monday Listeners! Today we have a fabulous interview for you with debut author Laura Conaway! Her suspense novel, Expired Vows, is out wherever books are sold! So have a listen, and then go get yourself a copy of the book!
You guys!!! We have the biggest treat for you all today. In this episode, not only do we talk about one our most anticipated books of the year, but we discuss the book with drumroll please author Bethany Turner!! Thatâs right! We spend the entire episode chatting with the author about the book, amongst other things, and had the absolute best time. You guys WILL NOT want to miss this!
We couldnât get enough of Sara Blackard so we decided to read another of her swoony books! Danger, excitement, and romance await you. Dive in with us!
Get ready for an episode full of all things wibbly wobbly and timey wimey. Well, maybe not exactly, but we do read a time travel book and talk with author Sara Blackard all about her inspiration for the story. Buckle up and Tune in!
Avast me Hearties! Ahoy there! Here There be Pirates! In this episode we take a look at a book with a slightly unusual theme. M.L. Tyndall swashbuckling tale of romance, revenge, and redemption is not one you want to miss! Come along with us on this high seas adventure!
Happy Monday Listeners! We are so, so excited to bring you this episode today! We got to chat with author Johanna Rojas Vann about her debut novel. We also, as you can see from the episode title, did a deep dive on the book! This book was poignant and lovely and we canât wait to tell you all about it!
We absolutely had to read Becky Wadeâs newest book on the podcast and discuss it for all of you guys! This book was absolutely fabulous and contains so many delightful tropes of the genre! Amnesia? â Forced Proximity? â Hero falls first? â We know you will love this book as much as we did! Enjoy the listen!
We had the chance to go to the Mississippi River Readerâs Retreat this year. and we tell you all about it in this weekâs bonus episode!
Ok you guys! This one is an oldie but a goodie! We read The Gentle Rebel by THE Gilbert Morris, which takes place during The Revolutionary War. Drama, Intrigue, Romance, and more await you in this exciting episode! You donât want to miss it!
We continue on with our new hybrid episodes with this spectacular book and author interview! The Wayward, a Sci-fi dystopian novel by Tabitha Caplinger, had us all reeling and on the edge of our seats! We also had a super special guest hosting with us. You WILL NOT want to miss this episode.
The second book in our military theme has us journeying back in time to WWII era France. We follow along with one coupleâs harrowing journey to fight for their beliefs in a time of great turmoil. Danger, intrigue, and romance abound. You will NOT want to miss this episode!
In this episode we interview southern fiction writer T.I. Lowe all about her newest book, Indigo Isle. If you like Beauty and the Beast retellings, then you will absolutely love this lush, summertime story. You guys wonât want to miss this!
New Theme Alert! This book is the first offering of our new Military theme. We chose to read another Dee Henderson book on the podcast and boy, do we have thoughts! Stick around and have a listen!
Our first ever Hybrid episode drops today! We interview author Dani Pettrey about her newest novella release The Shifting Current, and we loved the book so much that we decided to do a mini deep dive as well! Join us for this super special episode!
Today we discuss the final book in our Historical Fiction theme! Get ready for a story full of mystery, explosions, secrets, and romance. You wonât want to miss it!
In this interview we got to chat with the talented and super fun Biblical fiction author Mesu Andrews! We talk about her journey to writing fiction and her processes. You donât want to miss this one!
What was that? You want to read another Stephen Bly book with us? Well today is your lucky day, because this episode we are talking about The Marquesa written by the one and only Stephen Bly. This book was so fun and sparked some good discussion. Have a listen and enjoy!
Surprise!! Episode on a Wednesday just to keep everyone guessing. We had so much fun chatting all things historical with the fabulous Laura Frantz!
Take a trip back in time with us to 1715 era Scotland! Experience Laura Frantzâ lush writing and knack for historical details, along with the overall swoon factor of a brooding Scottish laird (đ). All this and more in todayâs episode!
What?! Another author interview?! Thatâs right! We were able to interview the delightful Kim Vogel Sawyer about her book âThe Tapestry of Graceâ and about her writing journey. We hope you enjoy this delightful conversation!
Are you surprised? We deviated from a schedule a little to discuss this delightful new release! Tapestry of Grace is a beautifully woven together story about family, prayers, opportunities, and Godâs grace. Intrigued? Have a listen!
Here it is folks! The first bonus author interview of Season 2! We were so delighted to talk to Mollie Rushmeyer, the author of The Bookshop of Secrets, and it definitely shows in the interview. We gush about history and literature, we talk all things publishing industry, and we bond over our mutual love of all things Austen. This episode is definitely worth a listen!
Do you like books about books? We sure do! In this fun bookish adventure we explore a small town with lots of fascinating history, go on a hunt for rare books, cool lots of good food, and (hopefully) find love along the way! All this and more in todayâs amazing episode!
Here is another entry in our mystery thriller category. This was a wild story that took us all by surprise! Murder, suspense, and just a touch of romance all contribute to this nail biting book and our fun discussion. Hope you enjoy!
Hold onto your hats everyone, because todayâs episode is a little bit of a wild one. We read the book Thr3e by the indomitable Ted Dekker, and what a wild ride it was. We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we enjoyed recording it!
Surprise Surprise! We are kicking off our book episode this season with a mystery thriller theme! Today we talk about Mayhem and Mass, a Sister Lou cozy mystery. This was a fun one, so get ready to dive in with us!
In this episode we reflect and chat about some of our favorite and least favorite characters (annndd what we love and hate about them) from Season 1. We have some very special guests on this episode so you wonât want to miss it!
The wait is over!!! We are back with Season 2 and weâve got a fantastic kick off for you! We are taking a walk down memory lane and recapping Season 1âs #bookboyfriends - the good, the bad and the DelNorte (if you know, you know đ)!
Merry Christmas Eve Eve! We have one final bonus episode for you this season in this super fun author interview with Christian romance author Brooke St. James! Enjoy!
It is our last book episode of season 1!! You could also call this episode our Christmas Party episode. We go out with a bang as we discuss a super fun Christmas novella, as well as share some of our own personal Christmas favorites. Wishing you and yours joy and warmth this holiday season. Happy Listening!
Any Youâve Got Mail fans out there? You all are in for a treat today! This book is a delightful retelling of the classic Tom Hanks/ Meg Ryan rom com set in the world of competitive food truck festivals. Intrigued? What if we tell you that this book will make you so hungry for delicious Mexican food that you will probably need to order take out tonight? Even more intrigued? Listen to this super fun and delicious episode and see for yourself!!
You guys are in for a treat! We interview Alaska based author Jodi Basye in todayâs bonus episode. She writes historical and contemporary western romances with a healthy dose of both gritty and swoony moments. Hope you enjoy this fun conversation! Visit https://www.jodibasye.com/home to sign up for her newsletter and receive her two prequel novellas for FREE!!
Join us on our second Amish fiction episode as we dive into this retelling of of a Jane Austenâs classic first novel. This was a fun conversation that you wonât want to miss!
Surprise! We are throwing an unexpected twist in our schedule and we have an Amish fiction theme starting this week! We read Beverly Lewisâ classic book, The Shunning, and we did discuss allll the things. Did you predict the ending? Find out what we thought about it when you listen to this episode!
We have a super fun bonus episode today!!! We are joined by fantasy author Christopher Benner to talk about his debut novel The Dragons of Ederstill! This is a fun discussion for us so we hope you will listen! Christopher has also graciously offered our listeners a free audiobook version of his novel! Visit bennerfamilyfarms.com/audiobook to find out more!
We have a treat for you today! We recorded an extra long episode where we deep dive the first book in Francine Riversâ The Mark of the Lion Trilogy. You donât want to miss this one!
Note Around the 31 minute mark you will see that we tried our hand at editing this episode and made a goof. Excuse our first attempt and we will try to polish it up for the future! Our first foray into biblical fiction is here! This book tells the story of Moses and we had a whole lot to say about this book! Hope you give it a listen and enjoy!
We have another listener recommendation episode! This book is filled with romance, had a fun bookish background, and was an overall delight to read. Tune in to hear our thoughts!!
Just some minor fangirling over here! We talk to the lovely Geri Krotow all about writing and reading and all things bookish. She also gives us some info about her exciting new cozy mystery project! Check her out at gerikrotow.com and enjoy the interview!
The second episode of our category romance theme drops with a bang as we read this edge of your seat romantic suspense story! Join us as we discuss survival skills, freezing temperatures, moose attacks, and more!
Get ready to dive into the world of category romance with us! In this episode we talk about an early Diann Mills book and get into all the nitty gritty details of categories. You are going to love this one!
We stretch our genre comfort zones today as we talk to our first indie author, Anne Stanton! She has written a literary fiction novel called Beyond The Cradle which she spills all the tea on! She also gives us a lot of fun insight on her writing journey. We hope you enjoy this chat!
We continue on in our book recommendation episodes with a returning author favorite! We talk about Bethany Turnerâs newest release and really gush about Henry. Do you love PBS?? Do you find wit incredibly swoon worthy? If the answer is yes then you should absolutely read this book and listen to this episode!
Yeehaw! Brace yourselves for this next episode in our western theme! We talk about what makes a good cowboy name, if an amnesia plot line is ever a good idea, and so much more! Have a listen!
It is the start of our western theme and you are in for a real treat! This book was a rollicking good time, chock full of classic western tropes that you wonât want to miss; shootouts, outlaws, treasure, handsome cowboys, what more could you want? Enjoy!
Surprise! We have another author interview for you today. In this episode we talk with the fabulous Becky Wade, author of Stay With Me. Tune in for a fabulous discussion about writing, books, and more!
New content alert!!! We are premiering a new type of âin-between themeâ which we lovingly call Books Others Love. We feature books that have been recommended to us by other lovers of Christian fiction. First up in this new series: Stay With Me by Becky Wade.
We talk about the classic Christian childrenâs mystery series Mandie by Lois Gladys Leppard and see that it didnât age quite as well as we had hoped. Get ready for a lot of laughs, some strong opinions, and Joe Woodard. Episode 10 is coming in hot!
Buckle up as we finish our discussion of the incomparable addition to Christian fiction, Christy. Also, Neil MacNeill.
We discuss the first half of the classic novel Christy by Catherine Marshall. We fangirl over Miss Alice and discover our OTP. How do you pronounce Appalachia? All this and more in this weekâs episode.
In this episode we discuss the exciting twists and turns of Elizabeth Goddardâs romantic suspense novel Never Let Go. Give it a listen!!
This episode we dive into the nail-biting world of Christian Romantic Suspense! Join Morghan, Odette, Madeline, and a special guest as we read and discuss a classic of this riveting genre.
In which we interview the fabulous Bethany Turner and talk about all the things! Prepare for some hardcore fangirling, lots of laughs, and great conversation.
Step back in time with us as we read Katherine Reayâs The London House. We learn about 1940âs fashion, spies, and brave men and women who risked their lives. You wonât want to miss this discussion!
Hold on everyone! This episode gets a little crazy! We discuss the book Murder, Mayhem, and a Fine Man by Claudia Mair Burney andâŠ..well, maybe you should just listen.
We read the book Plot Twist by Bethany Turner and discuss all of the Rom Com shenanigans.
Morghan, Odette, and Madeline continue in their conversation about the book Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers. They rant about Paul, rave about the story, and have a whole bunch of fun.
In which three fangirls discuss the book Redeeming Love, laugh a lot, and go off on many side tangents.