Historical Bookworm

Historical Bookworm

The Historical Bookworm Podcast is for lovers of history and fans of Inspirational Historical Fiction. It’s a unique interview show with a historical spin! Find out more at HistoricalBookworm.com

Episodes

Country Girl and Lifelong Writer Ann H. Gabhart

October 9, 2025
A country girl, born and raised on a farm in the Outer Bluegrass region of Kentucky, Ann H. Gabhart is the bestselling author of many novels, including historical novels, mysteries, non-fiction, and books for young adult readers. She and her husband live on a farm a mile from where she was born in rural Kentucky. Ann enjoys discovering the everyday wonders of nature while hiking in her farm's fields and woods with her grandchildren...
Mark as Played

From Farm to Fiction: The Path of Christine Hill Suntz

September 28, 2025 • 25 mins
Christine knew she wanted to write the day she finished Anne of Green Gables and she’s been lost in her imagination ever since. Winner of the ACFW 2022 Genesis contest for Historical Romance, she also won the 2021 West Coast Christian Writers Golden Goldie Best-in-Conference award. She lives in Ontario on a hobby farm with her family and a herd of entitled goats. When she’s not writing, she teaches high school French and tries out ...
Mark as Played

Exploring Biblical Legends: Dana McNeely’s Journey through Fiction

July 20, 2025
Dana McNeely, a passionate writer of biblical fiction, invites readers into a world where ancient Bible stories come alive with adventure, danger, and romance. Despite never visiting the Holy Land personally, she relies on a vast collection of books and videos to authentically bring ancient tales to life. Whether you're a long-time fan of biblical fiction or new to the genre, Dana McNeely invites you to deepen your faith through th...
Mark as Played

Navigating New Stories: A Conversation with Jane Kirkpatrick

June 14, 2025
Jane Kirkpatrick’s storytelling is a captivating blend of history, resilience, and faith. A bestselling author with over 40 books to her name, Jane recently joined the *Historical Bookworm Show* to discuss her writing journey and latest novel, *Across the Crying Sands.* From her early influences at the Warm Springs Indian Reservation to her deep commitment to cultural authenticity, Jane’s work offers readers rich narratives that ho...
Mark as Played

From Colonial Virginia to Scotland: Courageous Women in History with Laura Frantz

June 12, 2025 • 26 mins
The Historical Bookworm Show is delighted to once again welcome Laura Frantz for a chat about her inspiration to write historical fiction, a couple marriage tips, her writing process, and of course, her latest release, The Indigo Heiress. A proud mother to an American soldier and a career firefighter, she has authored seventeen novels to date, each intricately weaving historical research and compelling character journeys.
Mark as Played

A Wild Heart Authors Round Robin

June 2, 2025 • 31 mins
Step into the world of historical romance with Wild Heart Books, a publisher renowned for faith-filled stories set before 1900. On this episode of the Historical Bookworm Show, host **KyLee Woodley joins three talented authors to discuss their latest novels, personal inspirations, and the timeless themes woven into their storytelling. Featured Authors include Megan Soja, Sherry Shindelar, and Lorri Dudley.
Mark as Played

Beauty from Ashes in Life and Fiction: Diving Deep with Liz Tolsma

May 28, 2025 • 29 mins
With her passion for life, history, and story, Liz Tolsma is the author of several novels ranging from World War II to Amish fiction. While she thought she’d write one book and be done, her debut novel was a finalist for two awards. Now she’s a full-time author and editor, and she has never looked back. She joins us today to share about topics close to her heart, and to introduce her latest release, When the Sky Burned. A ...
Mark as Played

Writing Through Life’s Seasons: Conversations with Lorraine Snelling

May 1, 2025
In this episode of the Historical Bookworm Show, award-winning and bestselling author Lauraine Snelling reflects on her remarkable career, which began with her first published book, Tragedy on the Tole, in 1982. With over 140 books and five million copies in print, she offers insights into her writing process, favorite characters, and the inspirations behind her historical novels, particularly Land of Dreams. Snelling also shares d...
Mark as Played

Storytelling and Surprises with Joanna Davidson Politano

May 1, 2025
Join Darcy and KyLee in welcoming Joanna Davidson Politano back to The Historical Bookworm Show! You can listen to previous episodes featuring Joanna or her work The Elusive Truth of Lily Temple, The Lost Melody, A Midnight Dance, and A Midnight Dance. In this episode of The Historical Bookworm Show, Joanna Davidson Politano discusses her latest Edwardian-era novel, 'The Curious Inheritance of Blakely House. Known for her capti...
Mark as Played

Episode 108: Rebuilding after World War II with Australian Author Jennifer Mistmorgan

April 13, 2025
Selah Award finalist and winner of the 2024 Caleb Award, Jennifer Mistmorgan is a must-read author of WWII historical romance. She writes imperfect characters “who grapple with God’s grace and love in a world at war,” swoony romance, and adventure sure to keep you turning pages and leave you with new friends by the last chapter.
Mark as Played

Finding True Freedom: World War II Scotland with Sarah Sundin

April 6, 2025
In our latest chat on the Historical Bookworm Show, bestselling and Christy-award winning author Sarah Sundin returns to share about her newest release, Midnight on the Scottish Shore. Known for her engrossing World War II novels, Sarah delves into not just the historical intricacies woven throughout her story but also the deeply threaded spiritual and personal themes.
Mark as Played

Episode 106: Discover the Dangerously Good Stories of Historical Romance Author Crystal Caudill

March 29, 2025 • 20 mins
In today’s exciting spotlight on the Historical Bookworm Show, we welcome back Crystal Caudill, a gifted author known for her signature “Dangerously Good Historical Romance.” With impressive accolades to her name, including her 2023 Carole Award finalist debut novel, "Counterfeit Love," and her Christie Award-winning novella "Star of Wonder," Crystal's works have enchanted readers with their unique blend of history, romance, and su...
Mark as Played

Exploring History and Faith with Author Traci Peterson

March 16, 2025 • 28 mins
A Constant Love: An Interview with Best-Selling Author Tracie Peterson In this episode of the Historical Bookworm Show, best-selling author Tracy Peterson discusses her extensive career, including her new book, 'A Constant Love.' Tracy shares insights on her favorite historical places, her love for Captain Kangaroo, and the challenging personal experiences that influenced her writing. She also talks about the themes of loss, gri...
Mark as Played

Exploring the Depths of Faith: Jill Eileen Smith’s Journey Through Biblical Fiction

March 8, 2025 • 24 mins
The discussion revolves around her upcoming release, Dawn of Grace: Mary Magdalene's Story, which debuts in February 2025. Jill shares insights into her writing process, from intensive research to character casting via the Scrivener program, and addresses the challenges of exploring topics such as demon possession. Additionally, she discusses her fascination with biblical and historical eras, and the profound implications of Jewish...
Mark as Played

Meet KyLee Woodley: From Preschool Teacher to Debut Novelist and Co-Host of the Historical Bookworm Show

February 19, 2025
In this episode of the Historical Bookworm Show, co-host KyLee Woodley is interviewed about her debut novel 'The Bandit's Redemption.' The episode provides an in-depth look at KyLee background as a preschool teacher at Baylor University, her experiences growing up in the Pacific Northwest and Texas, and her deep commitment to God, family, and writing. KyLee discusses her journey into teaching and the serendipitous route that le...
Mark as Played

Whispers of Fortune with Mary Connealy: A Glimpse Behind the Story

February 12, 2025 • 27 mins
Welcome to the Historical Bookworm Show blog post, where we dive into the captivating interview with Mary Connealy, bestselling author known for her romantic comedies set in the wild west. In this post, we explore Mary’s latest release, "Whispers of Fortune," the first book in her new series, Golden State Treasures. Join us as we unravel Mary's creative process, inspirations, and what's next in her literary journey.
Mark as Played

A Bookchat about Heart of the Glen with Jennifer Deibel

February 1, 2025
Jennifer Deibel joins KyLee Woodley and Darcy Fornier for a chat about living in Europe, her love for The Lord of the Rings, Irish traditions, and her latest release, Heart of the Glen. Don’t forget to enter to win a copy of this great book!
Mark as Played

A Bookchat about Cloaked in Beauty with Karen Witemeyer

December 29, 2024 • 31 mins
Karen Witemeyer joins us for a chat about naming horses, writer quirks, fairytales, and her latest release book. Don’t forget to enter to win a copy of this brilliant book! 
Mark as Played

A Bookchat about Into the Sunset with Mary Connealy 

November 29, 2024 • 19 mins
Mary Connealy joins us for a chat about her life living on a ranch, parenting daughters, humor in writing, and her latest release Into the Sunset. Don’t forget to enter to win a copy of this great book! 
Mark as Played

A Bookchat about Christmas at Sugar Plum Manor with Roseanna M. White.

October 19, 2024 • 20 mins
Roseanna joins us for a chat about Christmas traditions, the joys of email, completing her chemo treatments, and her latest release Christmas at Sugar Plum Manor. Don’t forget to enter to win a copy of this great book!
Mark as Played

Popular Podcasts

    CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist

    CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist

    It’s 1996 in rural North Carolina, and an oddball crew makes history when they pull off America’s third largest cash heist. But it’s all downhill from there. Join host Johnny Knoxville as he unspools a wild and woolly tale about a group of regular ‘ol folks who risked it all for a chance at a better life. CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist answers the question: what would you do with 17.3 million dollars? The answer includes diamond rings, mansions, velvet Elvis paintings, plus a run for the border, murder-for-hire-plots, and FBI busts.

    Crime Junkie

    Crime Junkie

    Does hearing about a true crime case always leave you scouring the internet for the truth behind the story? Dive into your next mystery with Crime Junkie. Every Monday, join your host Ashley Flowers as she unravels all the details of infamous and underreported true crime cases with her best friend Brit Prawat. From cold cases to missing persons and heroes in our community who seek justice, Crime Junkie is your destination for theories and stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you're a seasoned true crime enthusiast or new to the genre, you'll find yourself on the edge of your seat awaiting a new episode every Monday. If you can never get enough true crime... Congratulations, you’ve found your people. Follow to join a community of Crime Junkies! Crime Junkie is presented by audiochuck Media Company.

    Stuff You Should Know

    Stuff You Should Know

    If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.

    The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show

    The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show

    The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show. Clay Travis and Buck Sexton tackle the biggest stories in news, politics and current events with intelligence and humor. From the border crisis, to the madness of cancel culture and far-left missteps, Clay and Buck guide listeners through the latest headlines and hot topics with fun and entertaining conversations and opinions.

    The Joe Rogan Experience

    The Joe Rogan Experience

    The official podcast of comedian Joe Rogan.

Advertise With Us
Music, radio and podcasts, all free. Listen online or download the iHeart App.

Connect

Explore

iHeart

Live Radio

Podcasts

Artist Radio

Exclusives

News

Features

Events

Contests

Photos

Information

About

Advertise

Blog

Brand Guidelines

Contest Guidelines

Subscription Offers

Jobs

Get the App

Automotive

Home

Mobile

Wearables

© 2025 iHeartMedia, Inc.