Episodes

This will be the last episode for a while, as I’m taking a five week break! Don’t worry, I’ll be back, and better than ever, on January 28. Today I’m sharing a conversation with Laura Frantz. I’m sure you can tell from my enthusiasm that I was super excited to chat with this wonderful author about her upcoming book, Tidewater Bride, which releases January 5. One of the fringe characters in Tidewater Bride is based on Pocohontas, so we discuss how Laura handled the portrayal of Native Americans...

Starr and I discuss how she got into writing later in life. Her debut novel, For the Love of Emma, released last week, on her 72nd birthday! This time-slip novel was inspired by love letters she found among her mother’s possessions after she passed away. We talk about how to write fiction based on real life as well as the importance of having a writing community. Starr has an entrepreneurial spirit, and her story is inspiring. She says, “We’re never too old to begin something new.” Purchase Fo...

Listen to my conversation with Award-winning WWII author Linda Thompson. We discuss Linda’s debut novel, The Plum Blooms in Winter, as well as her upcoming release of The Mulberry Leaf Whispers on December 15! Linda’s novels focus on WWII in the Japanese theater. We talk about the concerning trend of cancel culture and the unfortunate side-effects of canceling history. Our discussion also winds around to the Japanese internment camps in the U.S. and some of the mistakes our nation has made. Pu...

Sharing a quick episode with you. It’s just yours truly, sharing my favorite historical fiction books of 2020! Find these books, and others, at my affiliate shop on Bookshop.org. https://bookshop.org/shop/unpacked The deadline for standard shipping in time for Christmas is December 5!!! Be sure to visit Alison’s Instagram, Facebook, and website. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you click them and make a purchase, you help support my work without paying any more for the produc...

Listen to Alison’s chat with Kimberly Duffy, author of historical fiction, homeschooling momma of four, lover of travel, history, and food. We talk about Kim’s debut novel, A Mosaic of Wings, which is set in India, the time Kim spent living and working in India herself, and her special love of this country. We also discuss Kim’s path to publication and what it’s like to launch your debut novel during a pandemic. Purchase A Mosaic of Wings at Bookshop.org (affiliate). Or purchase on Amazon (aff...

Last year, S. Daniel Smith released his sequel to Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. The title of his novella is Saving Ebenezer: The Continuing Saga of a Man Named Scrooge. Dan talks with Alison about the inspiration for this book, his research process, and the importance of finding hope in Jesus, rather than in our own good works. This week only–the Kindle version of Saving Ebenezer is on sale until November 30! You can get your copy for 99 cents at this affiliate link. If you don’t have a ...

Award-winning historical fiction novelist Regina Scott took readers on a journey to the Grand Canyon in A Distance Too Grand, the first book in the American Wonders Collection. Now Scott returns with a new expedition to Yellowstone in Nothing Short of Wondrous. Alison and Regina talk about the American Wonders Collections, the history of our nation’s national parks, and Regina’s inspiration for this series. Purchase Nothing Short of Wondrous on Amazon (affiliate link). Check out the American ...

Alison talks with Appalachian author Sarah Loudin Thomas about her rich heritage, the miracles that always find a way into her novels, her propensity for storytelling, and the role that deafness plays in her latest book, The Right Kind of Fool, which released November 3. Here’s a summary of the new novel: Thirteen-year-old Loyal Raines is supposed to stay close to home on a hot summer day in 1934. When he slips away for a quick swim in the river and finds a dead body, he wishes he’d obeyed his ...

Amy Lynn Green is a lifelong lover of books, history, and library cards. She worked in publishing for six years before writing her first historical fiction novel, based on the WWII homefront of Minnesota, the state where she lives, works, and survives long winters. Things We Didn’t Say released this past Tuesday, November 3! In this episode, Alison and Amy talk about the epistolary format of this book and how Amy’s love of letter-writing impacted the decision to write her novel entirely in lett...

Jane Kirkpatrick is the New York Times and CBA bestselling and award- winning author of more than thirty books, Her works have won the WILLA Literary Award, the Carol Award for Historical Fiction, and the 2016 Will Rogers Gold Medallion Award. Alison and Jane discuss Jane’s latest novel, Something Worth Doing, which tells the story of real-life suffragist Abigail Scott Duniway fighting for women’s rights in the 1800s. Purchase Something Worth Doing on Amazon (affiliate) or on Jane’s website. ...

Jan Drexler brings a unique understanding of Amish traditions and beliefs to her writing. Her ancestors were among the first Amish, Mennonite, and Brethren immigrants to Pennsylvania in the 1700s, and their experiences are the inspiration for her stories. Jan lives in the Black Hills of South Dakota with her husband, where she enjoys hiking and spending time with her expanding family. Her latest book, Softly Blows the Bugle, released October 20! It’s the final installment in her Amish of Weaver’...

Joanna Davidson Politano’s latest book, The Love Note, released this past Tuesday! Alison and Joanna discuss the struggle it was to pen this story of a love letter that never reached the intended recipient as well as how Joanna got started as a writer. Spoiler: She had to give up her dream in order to rediscover the joy of writing. This conversation is packed with so much richness. Joanna Davidson Politano is the award-winning author of Lady Jayne Disappears, A Rumored Fortune, and Finding Lady...

Bryan’s latest book, The Conqueror, released this past Tuesday, October 13. It’s set in the Roman Empire, in AD 312, and as you’ll discover in this episode, no author is more qualified to write this novel. He and Alison talk about Bryan’s research for this book, what pushed him to write fiction, and the books he’s released in the past. Bryan Litfin is the author of the Chiveis Trilogy, as well as several works of nonfiction, including Early Christian Martyr Stories, After Acts, and Getting to K...

In episode seven, Alison talks with Christian Regency romance author Kristi Ann Hunter about her latest book, Vying for the Viscount. We discuss the customs and etiquette of the Regency time period in England, the theme of horses and horse-racing in her new series, and what it means to be a successful author. Here’s Kristi’s bio: Award-winning author Kristi Ann Hunter has spun chocolate, faith, and diet lemonade into a dozen Christian Fiction Regency romances. When she isn’t writing, she spends...

Alison talks with Miralee Ferrell about the history behind her historical novels, as well as following God’s unexpected call to become a writer. They also discuss how several of Miralee’s books came to be made into movies. Miralee Ferrell is an award-winning, best-selling author of 26 novels in various genres. Her most recent novel, Follow Your Heart(affiliate), will air THIS SUNDAY, October 4, 2020 on The Hallmark Movies and Mysteries Channel! One of her other books, a historical romance, Find...

Bryan Davis is known for his science fiction and fantasy novels, but he’s also written a historical fantasy entitled Let the Ghosts Speak. Alison talks to him about how he crafted this novel inspired by a dream. They discuss the ghosts of the martyrs that haunt the main character and the importance of the role justice plays in his book. Order Let the Ghosts Speak (Affiliate Link) Bryan’s Website and Facebook. Also mentioned: Mark Twain’s Personal Recollections of Joan of Arc (Affiliate Link)...

This week, Alison talks with award-winning, multi-published author Naomi Musch. They discuss the history surrounding Naomi’s books, many of which are set in her home state of Wisconsin during the 1800s. Order Naomi’s latest release, The Black Rose (affiliate link). Find out more about Naomi on her Website, Facebook, and BookBub. Also mentioned: Peshtigo Fire Captivating: Unveiling the Mystery of a Woman’s Soul by John & Stasi Eldredge (Affiliate Link) The Highlanders A novella collection, i...

Alison chats with Mesu Andrews, the Christy Award-winning author of Isaiah’s Daughter. They discuss Mesu’s latest book, Isaiah’s Legacy, and Mesu’s love of writing Biblical Fiction, a sub-genre of Historical Fiction. Order Isaiah’s Legacy on Amazon (affiliate link). Find out more about Mesu on her website and Facebook. Also mentioned: Chain Breaker by Zach Williams Mesu’s Bible Study based on Isaiah’s Legacy on YouVersion. Alison’s Website, Facebook, Instagram. As an Amazon Associate, I earn...

Alison talks with author Barbara J. Taylor. Her first book, Sing in the Morning, Cry at Night, was a 2014 Publishers Weekly Best Summer Book/Book of the Week. It was also nominated for a 2014 Lime Award for Excellence in Fiction. Barbara’s second book, All Waiting Is Long, continued the series in 2016. She’s working on the conclusion of the trilogy now. Order Sing in the Morning, Cry at Night or All Waiting is Long. (Affiliate Links) Barb’s Website, Facebook, Twitter. Also mentioned: Kaylie ...

In the first episode of "Historical Fiction: Unpacked," Alison chats with Bestselling, Christy Award-Nominated Author Roseanna M. White about her latest series, her research process, and why she writes historical fiction. A Portrait of Loyalty, the final installment in The Codebreakers Series, releases Tuesday, September 8. Preorder your copy today! Roseanna's Website: https://www.roseannamwhite.com Also mentioned: WhiteFire Publishing: https://whitefire-publishing.com Alison's Website: http://a...

Who is this podcast for? Who is your host, Alison Treat? How often will episodes release? And what will they be like? Learn the answers to all of these questions in this short trailer episode. Links My website: http://alisontreat.com Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alisontreat/ And Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alisontreatauthor Roseanna M. White (She’ll be my guest in Episode 1): https://www.roseannamwhite.com