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Join Valerie, Narelle, and Elizabeth as they chat about books with the fish out of water trope. This is our final episode for the foreseeable future - thank you so much for listening!   Books discussed include: Princess in Hiding by Carol Moncado The Trinity Lakes Romance series Then There Was You by Kara Isaac Child of Joy by Kimberly Rae Jordan Any book by Marion Ueckermann, Autumn MacArthur, and Milla Holt The Cowboy's Convenient Marriage by Valerie Comer Amethyst Attraction by Valerie Comer In Search of a Prince by Toni Shiloh Falling on Main Street by Tara Grace Ericson

Nicole Deese joins Narelle and Valerie to chat about her May release, The Roads We Follow.

Melody Carlson joins Narelle and Valerie to talk about her new book, Just for the Summer.

Lynn H. Blackburn joins Narelle and Valerie to chat about her new book, Never Fall Again.

Join Valerie, Narelle, and Elizabeth as they chat about CCR set in Canada!   Books discussed include: Lost Down Deep by Sara Davison The Riverbend Romance Series by Valerie Comer The Red Door Inn by Liz Johnson Saving the Single Dad's Bookstore by Nicole Lam The Breakup Project by Carolyn Miller Country Hearts by Carolyne Aarsen Beyond the Tides by Liz Johnson A Change of Heart (and the whole Callaghans and McFaddens series) by Kimberly Rae Jordan

Becky Wade joins Narelle and Valerie to chat about her new book, Rocky Road!

Join Narelle, Valerie, and Elizabeth as they chat about romantic suspense. What it is, what percentage of romance to suspense keeps it there, and so forth. We'd love to know your thoughts!

Dani Pettrey joins Valerie and Narelle to chat about her new book, One Wrong Move.

Narelle, Valerie, and Elizabeth wrap up their tour of CCR in the 50 United States with Alaska and Hawaii! Books discussed include: Falling for Alaska by Cathryn Brown Unraveled by Heidi McCahan Alaskan Christmas Promise by Belle Calhoune Cold Light of Day by Elizabeth Goddard Married to an Alaskan Man by Evangeline Kelly Wait for Me by Jan Thompson Alaska Twilight by Colleen Coble Wild About Denali by Sara Blackhard Game of Love by Denise Hunter Tropical Kiss or Miss by Liwen Y Ho Beginning Again by Lauraine Snelling Distant Echoes by Colleen Coble At Odds with the Billionaire by Liwen Y Ho The Lone Rice Ball by Cammy Tang

Join Valerie, Narelle, and Elizabeth as they chat about CCR set in California and Nevada. Books discussed include: Sarah Monzon's Sewing in SoCal series Finding Love in Eureka, CA by Angela Ruth Strong The Fab 40s Series by Liwen Y Ho The Spark Brothers Series by Liwen Y Ho Walking on Seaglass by Julie Carobini Seaside Reunion by Irene Hannon A Worthy Heart by Sara Beth Williams Framed in Death Valley by Dana Mintink Vegas Vacation by Clare Revell Meant to be Mine by Becky Wade Love's Promises by Sandra Lee Smith

Narelle, Valerie, and Elizabeth chat about what they've been reading lately. Books discussed include: Always by My Side by Iola Goulton A Divine Christmas by Brynn Stewart Finding Grace by Melanie D Snitker Where Our Heart Lies by Jenny Glazer Dangerous Christmas Inheritance by Janda Sample Puppy Love & Christmas Joy by Merrillee Whren

Narelle, Valerie, and Elizabeth chat about rom coms -- what they love, what they look for, and some of the current rom com trends.

Angela Ruth Strong joins Narelle, Valerie and Elizabeth to chat about her Christmas novella, Christmas Ella. Find Angela at AngelaRuthStrong.com

Jaycee Weaver joins Narelle, Valerie and Elizabeth to talk about her recent Christmas novella, Can't Fight the Mistletoe.   Find Jaycee at JayceeWeaver.com

Narelle, Valerie, and Elizabeth talk about the CCR they've been reading lately -- we'd love to know what you've been reading! Books discussed include: Let Me Hold You by Jan Thompson A Surprise Wedding for the Cowboy by Valerie Comer One Sweet Christmas by Laura Ashwood The Christmas Box by Jessica Wakefield Maybe It's the Mistletoe by Laurie Sord Shadows at Dusk by Elizabeth Goddard Seaside Cowboy's Marriage of Convenience by Alexa Verde

Karen Baney joins Narelle, Valerie, and Elizabeth to chat about her new release, Falling for a Real Cowboy. Find Karen at KarenBaney.com!

Join Narelle, Valerie, and Elizabeth as they chat about books set in Utah, Colorado, New Mexico, and Arizona. Books discussed include: Finding Love in Park City, Utah by Angela Ruth Strong A Llama for the Cowboy by Ruth Pendleton Potato Flake Christmas by Cathe Swanson The Nurse's Homecoming by Allie Pleiter Falling for a Real Cowboy by Karen Baney The Hope Ranch series by Elizabeth Maddrey The Solid Grounds Coffee Company (and the whole Saturday Night Supper Club series) by Carla Laureano Love, Laughter, and Luminarias by Jaycee Weaver Provenance by Carla Laureano Braver with You by Jaycee Weaver After the Rain by Brandi Bruce The Wardrobe Dinner Theater series by Candee Flick

Kristi Ann Hunter joins Narelle, Valerie, and Elizabeth to discuss her recent contemporary release, Pixels and Paint!   Find Kristi at www.KristiAnnHunter.com

Rachel D. Russell joins Narelle, Valerie, and Elizabeth to chat about her recent release, It's Your Love! Find Rachel at https://racheldrussell.com/

Lindi Peterson joins Valerie, Narelle, and Elizabeth to chat about her recent Love Inspired release, Their Surprise Second Chance!   Find Lindi at LindiPeterson.com

Join Narelle, Valerie, and Elizabeth as they talk about CCR set in Montana, Wyoming, and Idaho. Books/Series discussed include: Forever After All by Mandi Blake Holding Onto Hope by Janet W. Ferguson Guarding His Secret by Jill Kemerer Janessa by Kimberly Rae Jordan The Pot of Gold Series by Valerie Comer Skye by Heather Gray The Arcadia Valley multi-author series (Elizabeth Maddrey, Lee Tobin McClain, Valerie Comer, Danica Favorite, Mary Jane Hathaway, Annalisa Daughety) All of Valerie Comer's Cowboy series

Amy Anguish joins Narelle, Valerie, and Elizabeth to chat about her recent release, Mama Dated Santa. A great story to kick off your Christmas reading! Find Amy at abitofanguish.weebly.com

Join Narelle, Valerie, and Elizabeth as they talk about the books they've been reading lately. Books discussed include: Kayleigh by Kimberly Rae Jordan You Make it Feel Like Christmas by Toni Shiloh All's Fair in Love and Christmas by Sarah Monzon A Billion Reasons Why by Kristin Billerbeck Her Cowboy Blind Date by Narelle Atkins

Rebekah Millet joins Narelle, Valerie, and Elizabeth to talk about her upcoming debut novel, Julia Monroe Begins Again. Such a charming book you won't want to miss! Find Rebekah at www.RebekahMillet.com

Sara Beth Williams joins Narelle, Valerie, and Elizabeth to chat about her recent release, No Matter How Far -- part of the Trinity Lakes Multi-Author Series. Find Sara Beth at www.SaraBethWilliams.com

Narelle, Valerie, and Elizabeth chat about CCR set in the Pacific Northwest - specifically Washington State and Oregon. Books discussed include: Angel Kisses and Riversong by Brynn Stewart The Trinity Lakes Series - Multiple Authors Beyond the Waves by Brynn Stewart Urban Farm Fresh Series by Valerie Comer Finding Love in Friday Harbor, Washington by Annette M. Irby Island Refuge by Kimberly Rose Johnson Brides of Seattle Series by Kimberly Rose Johnson Husband Auditions by Angela Ruth Strong Sandpiper Cove by Irene Hannon Chapel Cove Romance Series - Multiple Authors A Love to Treasure by Kimberly Rose Johnson

Narelle, Valerie, and Elizabeth chat about the CCR they've been reading lately. Books discussed include: Pursuing the Paramedic by Regina Walker Bridge to the Present by Robin Merrill Daring Mr. Darcy by Carolyn Miller & Meredith Resce Wedding at Sea by Melissa Tagg Western Hearts by Carolyne Aarsen

Mollie Rushmeyer joins Valerie, Narelle, and Elizabeth to talk about her recent release The Lost Manuscript. It's a great combo of history and contemporary married romance - don't miss out! Find Mollie at www.MollieJRushmeyer.com

Pepper Basham joins Narelle, Valerie, and Elizabeth to chat about her recent release, Positively Penelope. Such a delightful book - don't miss out! Find Pepper at www.PepperDBasham.com

Join Narelle, Valerie, and Elizabeth as they discuss CCR set in Iowa, North and South Dakota, Nebraska, and Missouri!   Books discussed include: Country Blessings by Merrillee Whren Cowboy Walking Away by Jesse Gussman Meet Me Under the Mistletoe by Joann Durgin If I Belong with You by Cindy Kirk It Will Be Forever by Jennifer Rodewald From the Start by Melissa Tagg Love at Sunset Lake by Sally Bayless The Lifeguard, the New Guy, and Frozen Custard by Carol Moncado One Perfect Spring by Irene Hannon

Angela Ruth Strong joins Narelle, Valerie, and Elizabeth to chat about her newest book, Hero Debut! Find Angela at www.AngelaRuthStrong.com

Join Valerie, Narelle, and Elizabeth as they chat about the books they've been reading lately. CCR discussed includes: Blind Trust by Natalie Walters (romantic suspense) Summertime Lilies by LM Karen A Wide and Pleasant Place by Valerie Comer Wild About Denali by Sara Blackard (sweet/clean) With Love, Melody by Emily Dana Boutrous Plan B by Erin Stevenson Hometown Promise by Merrillee Whren

Toni Shiloh joins Elizabeth, Narelle, and Valerie to chat about her newest release, The Love Script!   Find Toni at www.ToniShiloh.com

Join Valerie, Narelle, and Elizabeth as they talk about CCR set in Illinois, Wisconsin, and Minnesota!   Books discussed include: Dear Mr. Knightley by Katherine Reay Dear Henry, Love Edith by Becca Kinzer Better Than First by Kari Trumbo To Bring You Back by Emily Conrad Not Until Forever by Valerie Bodden Still the One by Rachel Russel and Susan May Warren The Bookshop of Secrets by Mollie Rushmeyer Kept by Sally Bradley Sandwich with a Side of Romance by Krista Phillips Avie Tyler's Day off by Betsy St. Amant

Join Narelle, Valerie, and Elizabeth as they talk about alcohol use in CCR. We look at this topic as readers and as writers - discussing what we prefer to read and how we try to handle it in our own books. We recognize it's a topic without a definitive right or wrong answer, but it was a fun and interesting conversation that we'd love to have you join!

Join Valerie, Narelle, and Elizabeth as they talk about the difference between sweet, clean, and Christian romance, as well as giving some suggestions of where to start if you're new to contemporary Christian romance.   Books/Series/Authors Discussed include: Finding Hope by Brenda Coulter The "Love Finds You In..." series Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen Books by Carolyne Aarsen Always the Baker, Never the Bride by Sandra Bricker The Dragon King Trilogy by Stephan Lawhead (not romance, but fabulous) Love Comes Softly by Janet Oke (not contemporary) Kimberly Rae Jordan Heather Gray Tara Grace Ericson Autumn Macarthur Annette Irby Mandi Blake Krista Phillips And our favorite resource: http://www.InspyRomance.com/books

Join Narelle and Valerie as they chat with Elizabeth about her recent release, The Billionaire's Backup!

Narelle, Valerie, and Elizabeth talk about Courtney Walsh's newest, The Happy Life of Isadora Bentley.

Join Valerie, Narelle, and Elizabeth as they talk about books set in Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana. Books discussed include: Here to Stay by Melissa Tagg Snow Angels by Cathe Swanson Restoring Heritage Series by Tari Faris Cassie's Secrets by Seralynn Lewis Dial P for Perfect by Heidi Gray McGill Her Billionaire Cowboy's Second Chance by Cathy Shouse The One Who Got Away by Tara Grace Ericson The Bloom Sister's Series by Tara Grace Ericson

Join Narelle, Valerie, and Elizabeth as they talk about the amnesia trope (and some of the fun tropes that it blends well with.) Books discussed include: The One She Can't Forget by Tara Grace Ericson The Prince's Bewildered Bride by Evangeline Kelly The Texan's Surprise Return by Jolene Navarro Amnesia on Nantucket by Taryn Daniel Second Time Around by JoAnn Durgin So You Forgot You Love Me by Elizabeth Maddrey Remembering the Cowboy by Mandi Blake Let Me Off Easy, Cowboy by Valerie Comer Memory Lane by Becky Wade

Join Narelle, Valerie, and Elizabeth as they talk about the CCR they've been reading lately! Books discussed include: Word of Honor by Hallee Bridgeman Love in the Headlines by Penny Zeller Above the Lake by Zoe M McCarthy Honor's Refuge by Hallee Bridgeman His Wakeup Call by Jan Thompson Suddenly Forever by Teresa Tysinger The Broken Hearts Bakery by Carla Laureano The Adoption Surprise by Zoe Jackson

T.I. Lowe joins Narelle, Valerie, and Elizabeth to chat about her new release, Indigo Isle! You won't want to miss this fun conversation or the book!

Join Valerie, Narelle, and Elizabeth as they talk about CCR set in Texas! Books discussed include: Her Second Chance Forever Groom by Lorana Hoopes Loving Her Cowboy Best Friend by Emmy Eugene Shelter from the Storm by Kristen Ethridge Picture Perfect by Janice Thompson Tacos for Two by Betsy St Amant Someone to Trust by Melanie D Snitker The Last Summer by Brandi Bruce Hill Country Redemption by Shannon Taylor Vannatter

Narelle, Valerie, and Elizabeth talk about the grumpy/sunshine trope. Books discussed include: The Real Thing by Autumn Macarthur The Cowboy's Romantic Dreamer by Valerie Comer Finding Stardust by Julie Carobini Beach Haven by T.I. Lowe Turn to Me by Becky Wade Romance on the Reef by Jess Mastorakos My Stubborn Heart by Becky Wade Loopholes in Lilies by Emily Dana Boutrous Learning to Love on Nantucket by Taryn Daniels (sweet) Child of Hope by Kimberly Rae Jordan Betsy: Miss Grumps Don't Fall for Mr. Sunshines by Sarah Monzon A Date for Daisy by Tara Grace Ericson A Novel Proposal by Denise Hunter

Narelle, Valerie, and Elizabeth talk about the books they've been reading lately. Books discussed include: A Novel Proposal by Denise Hunter A Secret Baby in the Show Me State by Jesse Gussman Amnesia on Nantucket by Taryn Daniels (just sweet) Sea Rose Lane by Irene Hannon Jaylen by Kimberly Rae Jordan Authentically Izzy by Pepper Basham Never Find Another You by Narelle Atkins

Krista Phillips joins Narelle, Valerie, and Elizabeth to talk all things romcoms and meet cutes! Books mentioned include: A Kinda Country Christmas by Krista Phillips An Informal Introduction by Heather Gray Olive by Heather Gray Authentically Izzy by Pepper Basham Me and the Tidy Tornado by Jesse Gussman Autumn by the Sea by Melissa Tagg Sandwich with a Side of Romance by Krista Phillips A Nearly Normal Nanny by Krista Phillips Husband Auditions by Angela Ruth Strong A Match for the Marine by Jess Mastorakos

Join Valerie, Narelle, and Elizabeth as they chat about CCR set in Louisiana and Oklahoma. Books discussed include: The Pepper in the Gumbo by Mary Jane Hathaway Finding the Road Home by Tina Radcliffe Return to Hope by Kristian Libel Sway by Amy Matayo Writing Home by Amy R. Anguish The Come to Me Series by Leah Atwood All the Moore by Toni Shiloh The Prodigal Cowboy by Brenda Minton

Becky Wade joins Narelle, Valerie, and Elizabeth to chat about her recent release, Memory Lane. If you haven't already read it, it's a fantastic story that you'll want to add to your TBR!   Find Becky at http://www.BeckyWade.com

Nicole Deese joins Narelle, Valerie, and Elizabeth to chat about her new release, The Words We Lost. You won't want to miss this fantastic story! Find Nicole at http://www.NicoleDeese.com

Join Narelle Atkins, Valerie Comer, Heather Gray, and Elizabeth Maddrey as they talk about their new multi-author Easter-themed project: Easter in Gilead.   There's a glitch in the recording and the episode is over after 40 (ish) minutes but the recording goes on. Many apologies!

Melody Carlson returns to chat with Narelle, Valerie, and Elizabeth about her recent release, Second Time Around. This is a fantastic romance with older characters in a delightful town on the Oregon coast. You don't want to miss it! Find Melody at https://www.melodycarlson.com/