Browse Posts: Romance

From Andrea Sullivan, Grace Brennan, and Serena MacDonald Stewart in the MacDonald Family Trilogy to Rachel Bishop, Melody Johansson, and Analyn Sanchez in the Supper Club series, there are some smart, strong women in Carla Laureano’s novels. Which of these leading ladies would be your literary best friend? Take

If you’ve read the contemporary romance novels in the MacDonald Family Trilogy or Supper Club series by Carla Laureano, you know there are some swoon-worthy heroes in these stories. Have you ever wondered which one might be your bookfriend if you were one of the heroines in the books? Take

T.I. Lowe is the author of the Carolina Coast series which includes Beach Haven, Driftwood Dreams, and Sea Glass Castle. In the contemporary romance series, Opal, Josie, and Sophia, known as the Sand Queens, each find love in Sunset Cove. In the article below, T.I. talks about

In the Carolina Coast series by T.I. Lowe, Opal Gilbert, Josie Slater, and Sophia Prescott make up the group of friends known as the Sand Queens. Each woman is unique and has her own strengths. Which one of these characters might you be most like? Take this quiz to see. 

On the Isle of Skye in Under Scottish Stars by Carla Laureano, young widow Serena MacDonald Stewart and hotel manager Malcolm Blake fall in love. Read below what author Carla Laureano wrote about her own journey to Skye and the picturesque setting of the novel. 

In the spring of 2004, …

In Driftwood Dreams, book two in the Carolina Coast series by T.I. Lowe, Josie Slater has watched her dream drift on by. In the guest post below, see what T.I. Lowe had to say about her own experience pursuing a long-time dream and why it’s never too late to

Lynn Austin’s new novel If I Were You tells the story of two young women who come of age during World War II. Later, the secrets they carry will push their friendship to the breaking point. Read on to see what Lynn shared about why she writes Christian fiction, the

Do you love reading on the beach on a sunny summer day? Even if going to the beach isn’t an option right now, maybe you’re dreaming about a warm sunny day when you can go. As you think and plan for a trip to the beach in the future, keep

Test your knowledge of the Supper Club series by Carla Laureano by taking this quiz! See how well you know Rachel, Melody, and Ana in The Saturday Night Supper Club, Brunch at Bittersweet Café, and the new release The Solid Grounds Coffee Company. 

Have you ever read a sweet line in a romance that made you swoon or wondered where authors gather inspiration for characters in their love stories? In the new Q&A below, see what Tyndale novelists Tessa Afshar, Heidi Chiavaroli, Carla Laureano, and Courtney Walsh had to say about romance and

Why did novelist DiAnn Mills choose snake venom as a villain’s weapon in the new novel Fatal Strike? And what is DiAnn’s favorite scene from the book? These questions and more answered in the exclusive Q&A with DiAnn Mills. Check it out below!

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In this Q&A with Where Dandelions Bloom author Tara Johnson, find out about the real woman the book’s heroine Cassie Kendrick is based on, and read about some of the challenges women like her might have faced during the war. 

In Where Dandelions Bloom, Cassie Kendrick disguises herself as …

In The Crossing at Cypress Creek by Pam Hillman, when Irishman Caleb O’Shea arrives in Natchez, Mississippi, he isn’t planning to stay there long. But things might just turn out very differently.

If you’ve ever had life turn out to be the opposite of what you had wanted or even

Lulu’s Café by T.I. Lowe deals with issues that are sometimes difficult to discuss and shows one woman’s journey toward healing and love. In this exclusive interview with T.I. Lowe, discover what she said about why it’s important for readers to read Christian fiction that deals with issues portrayed in

Melody Johansson is a lively, bohemian pastry chef in the newly-released novel Brunch at Bittersweet Café by Carla Laureano. In the piece below, get to know Melody better and see what Carla had to say about writing her character.

When I started writing the first book in the Supper Club …

We’ve all had that “uh-oh” moment: we’re in the middle of a recipe but realize we’re missing one crucial ingredient in our cabinet. Never fear!

In honor of Carla Laureano’s book Brunch at Bittersweet Café, we’ve created this handy baking emergency substitutions for you to print out and hang …

In the piece below by Tyndale designer Julie Chen, discover how the cover design and artwork for the new special edition of Francine Rivers’s A Lineage of Grace was created.

Having the honor to redesign Francine Rivers’s A Lineage of Grace as a gift edition was like coming full circle, …

A guest blog post by Five Days in Skye author Carla Laureano

When I pitched the idea of my debut romance novel, Five Days in Skye, at the American Christian Fiction Writers conference in 2012, the idea of a Christian contemporary romance set in Europe was a fairly unusual …

-A guest blog post by Engraved on the Heart author Tara Johnson-

The spark of the idea for Engraved on the Heart began when our family visited Savannah, Georgia. I was entranced with the history and charm of the town. Secrets seemed to ooze out of every corner.

The first …

Heidi Chiavaroli , author of Freedom’s Ring, would love to share five things you may not know about the Boston Massacre. What makes her debut novel unique is the dual time periods; Freedom’s Ring takes place during the aftermath of two pivotal times in Massachusetts history: The Boston Massacre …

Morning, #Crazy4Fiction readers! We would like to reflect this Sunday and give thanks and praise for the books that are releasing this June.

 The true power of fiction is evident in inspirational novels, and we are continually pleased—and blessed—by the stories of people who are impacted by books like these.…

“Nancy slipped a cupped hand under Alice-Ann’s elbow and squeezed. ‘Then answer me this, Miss Branch. How could a young woman with so much compassion for a house not have as much for a man who’s been injured in the war?’”

Build on something beautiful:
In Eva Marie Everson’s newest …

To celebrate the release of The One True Love of Alice-Ann, join us in a Pinterest contest focused on transformation, starting Monday, April 4! Check back on the blog to enter to win.

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Morning, readers!

As we do on the blog, we are very excited to celebrate a new release this month. Romantic suspense novelist DiAnn Mills is known for her strong heroines and thrilling situations; her current FBI Task Force series pairs FBI agents with other organizations such as the airport rangers.…

You won’t believe how romantic Francine Rivers’ husband is! Get ready to be swooned 🙂

1. What is your favorite literary romance, and what makes it your favorite?

Anything Jane Austen, especially Pride and Prejudice. I love the books and I love the movies. 

2. Which novel did you most …

We wouldn’t leave out our male authors for this Valentine’s series! Even we sighed and smiled at Chris Fabry’s greatest Valentine’s memory.

1. What is your favorite literary romance, and what makes it your favorite?
   As a guy I know I’m not supposed to like Jane Eyre, but I love the

It’s less than a week until Valentine’s Day! We’re just as excited for the big day as we are to bring you DiAnn Mills on our blog today! Find out the most romantic thing she did for her husband!

1. What is your favorite literary romance, and what makes it your

Happy Monday! We’re starting this week off with the wonderful Tessa Afshar!

1.  What is your favorite literary romance, and what makes it your favorite?
   Because I love witty conversation, surprising turns and twists, and unforgettable characters in my stories, Jane Eyre remains my favorite novel. The romance between Jane and

Our #Crazy4Fiction Valentine’s Countdown is featuring Janice Cantore today! We really enjoyed getting to know more about her and so will you!

1. What is your favorite literary romance, and what makes it your favorite?
Though I generally read contemporary novels, I will confess that my favorite romance is Pride …

We are obsessed with all the romance Courtney Walsh writes! Now get a sneak peek into the romance in her personal life!

1. What is your favorite literary romance, and what makes it your favorite?
   Pride and Prejudice. Because Mr. Darcy is sooo swoony and Elizabeth Bennett is so stubborn.

From memories to books, hear from author Candace Calvert as she discusses some of her Valentine’s favorites! Heartwarming and delightful!

1. What is your favorite literary romance, and what makes it your favorite?

I’ll stray a bit from the standard and choose Lucy Maud Montgomery’s Anne of Green Gables (series), for …

Our #Crazy4Fiction editorial team does wonders! Read on to hear from our Senior Editor, Sarah Rische, and Editor, Caleb Sjogren. Even White Castle made it to one of their Valentine’s Favorites list!

Sarah

1. If you have one, what is your favorite literary romance, and what makes it your favorite?…

Today marks day 2 of our countdown! Today, we are excited to have our Senior Marketing Manager, Cheryl Kerwin, share some of her fun Valentine’s favorites!

1. What is your favorite literary romance, and what makes it your favorite?

I struggled a bit with this one. Do I go with a …

Hello, sweet #Crazy4Fiction readers!

Our Valentine’s Day countdown officially begins today, and we’re kicking it off with our Associate Publisher, Karen Watson! We always love Karen’s sweet sense of humor! Read on as Karen shares some of her Valentine’s favorites.

1. If you have one, what is your favorite literary …

Hey there, readers! Today on the blog, we’re very excited to offer a giveaway. If you love romance, this one is for you!

500 dollars in prizes! You could be a WINNER!
Including . . .

Hey, readers. Every month you will have the opportunity to win the wonderful new fiction releases we’re so excited about.

Since February is known as the month of love, we have two very special romances to offer in this #LoveToRead giveaway!

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Always on My …

Hey there, readers! Shaina and Alyssa on the blog today. When Courtney Walsh invited us to be part of her #ShareYourHeart campaign, we KNEW we wanted to do a Valentine’s Day inspired craft using books in some way.

This campaign encourages everyone to show those around them that they …

With Valentine’s Day around the corner, don’t miss out on all the fun! Whether you’re married, happily single, or dating, author Courtney Walsh reminds us all that God has big plans for us.

“Why was it important for me to tell Abigail’s story? Why did it matter that

Hey there, readers! Starting this Saturday, we will be doing a weekly series about love and romance leading up to Valentine’s Day—Saturday, February 14.

In literature as in life, there are all types of love stories. There is the love between husbands and wives, between mothers and children, between friends. …