Christina Boyd interviews Daniel W. Shegrud: I first met fellow Washington State author Daniel W. Shegrud through the Pacific Northwest Writers Association. We were both up for the Best Romance Unpublished Writers Award in September 2025. I sat with him and his lovely wife at the awards banquet.

Sophia Rose reviews THE LIGHT OF STARS by Jenelle Hovde: The Light of Stars shone bright and will align well for those who love stories blending inspirational themes, historical backdrop, suspense, and long-haul sweet romance.

Guest reviewer, Sophia Rose, reviews NY Times bestselling author Chanel Cleeton's AN INFINITE LOVE STORY: An Infinite Love Story was a stellar read, the women’s side of the Space Race told well. That period and the characters were brought to life, and I loved the suspense, plot, a lot of retrospective thought, and a woman finding her way.

Sophia Rose reviews THE WINDSOR AFFAIR by Melanie Benjamin: "All in all, The Windsor Affair tells the tale of a colorful and exciting rivalry set against a glittering and gritty multi-decade swath of history. I’ll be placing Melanie Benjamin’s backlist on my wish list, and I can heartily recommend her latest to historical fiction readers."

Christina Boyd reviews ST. ULPHIA'S DEAD by Scott Lambridis: "Lambridis blends absurd humor with meditations on trauma, mortality, and human connection, creating a novel in which certainty dissolves beneath the reader’s feet. Drawing from science fiction, folk horror, and the literary ghost story while retaining the lyrical sensibility of magical realism, St. Ulphia’s Dead transforms the classic detective narrative into something stranger and more psychologically resonant."

Sophia Rose reviews THE ROUTE 66 DETECTIVE IN MISSOURI by Micki Pierce. "All in all, the rapid-fire pace of the machine-gun writing style felt as authentic as the historical setting and characters. I sincerely hope Micki Pierce continues to showcase her writing chops in more such historical mystery adventures."

Christina Boyd's interview: I met author Scott Lambridis after Bellingham Mini-Con at Village Books while standing in line to buy David Beaumier's debut, The Mourning Fields. And as writers do, we started talking about current writing projects. When Scott said he had a book coming out in July 2026 via Regal House Publishing, I invited him to this interview.

Christina Boyd reviews Pride & Prejudice adaptation FIVE DAUGHTERS OUT AT ONCE by author Jayne Bamber and narrated by Stevie Zimmerman. "Tensions inevitably rise between Elizabeth Bennet and Fitzwilliam Darcy as they both bristle at Lady Catherine’s schemes for very different reasons. As Netherfield Park is rented and a host of eligible gentlemen arrive—each 'in possession of a good fortune' and therefore presumed to be in want of a wife—chaos ensues and carefully laid plans

Sophia Rose reviews USA Today bestselling author Kelli Estes's SMOKE ON THE WIND: A sweeping parallel story that captured my emotions and interest through its vivid Scottish settings—both historical and contemporary—along with its colorful, layered characters, fans of historical fiction who appreciate strong, sympathetic female leads must add Smoke on the Wind to their TBR stack.

Christina Boyd interviews debut author Grace Fox. Grace grew up traveling the back roads of America, collecting stories the way some people collect postcards. The places she’s seen, the people she’s met, and the dreams she’s carried have always found their way into her writing. Grace's debut novel THE VIRGO PROPHECY is a paranormal thriller with romantic elements set in Arizona. Grace is actively seeking agent representation.

Christina Boyd interviews author Sam Evans. Sam has lived all over the US but currently resides in the Upper Midwest. She’s a software engineer by day but letting her imagination run wild is her full-time occupation. She lives with her partner, a high-strung border collie, and an insane kelpie. She routinely drinks too much coffee and gets too little sleep.

On this International Women’s Day, I’m thinking about the power of simply being alive. “I took a deep breath and listened to the old brag of my heart: I am, I am, I am.” —Sylvia Plath In a world that feels chaotic, loud, and uncertain, there is something grounding in that simple rhythm—“I am, I am, I am,” the reminder that we are still here. I am still here. Still breathing. Still becoming.

Christina Boyd reviews debut authors Elizabeth Watson’s Rise of Scarlett Heroux . It begins with a gut punch and never loosens its grip. Set in Soleil—a sleek, modern fantasy world where magic is outlawed and politics are lethal—the novel opens with Scarlett Heroux witnessing her father’s assassination and being forced into his parliamentary seat before she’s had time to grieve.

Christina Boyd reviews The Impoverished Orphan, Kelly Miller’s latest variation of Pride and Prejudice, is a wholly inventive, emotive, and deeply enjoyable reimagining that will delight devoted Janeites and newcomers alike. With grace and originality, Miller reshapes Jane Austen’s beloved classic into a tender Regency romance layered with a compelling cozy mystery.

Christina Boyd interviews debut author Elizabeth Watson: I first met Elizabeth Watson through Bianca Marais' Great Beta Reader Matchup. After a couple of exchanges, Elizabeth, Sarah Dohlman in Australia, and I decided we were a match and would like to continue working together. That was over two-years ago, and we met via Google Meet every other week to discuss the pages we had critiqued. Elizabeth and I even met in real life when her family traveled to Seattle for a quick pe

Sophia Rose reviews ANNE OF GREEN GABLES tribute ANNE OF A DIFFERENT ISLAND by NY Times bestselling author Virginia Kantra.

Sophia Rose reviews MURDER MADE HER WICKED, book 2 in Elizabeth Hobbs' A Marigold Manners Mystery.

Christina Boyd interviewed author, podcaster, and spiritual explorer Fern Ronay. She has lived in Manhattan, Chicago, and now sunny Los Angeles with her husband, but she always considers herself a Jersey girl. She is the author of two novels, Better in the Morning and Better Believe It, and is the host of the podcast Signs from the Other Side.

Guest reviewer Sophia Rose says of NY Times bestselling author Daniel M. Lavery's novella, CHRISTMAS AT THE WOMEN'S HOTEL: Warmhearted and amusing, with ‘found-family’ anticipating Christmas at the heart of it all. A historical holiday women’s fiction that puts one solidly in the holiday spirit.

Christina Boyd interviews Austenesque author Kathleen Earle.