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Reading Women releases new episodes every Wednesday. Each month features two episodes on the same theme—one highlighting a range of titles and one discussing two titles more in depth—and two author interviews with women writers whose work we’ve loved.
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Niece and aunt duo, Jessen Judice and (author) Juliette Cross, bond over their shared love of romance novels, and want to include fellow romance enthusiasts in on the conversation. We started this podcast as a big middle finger to the stigma associated with reading and loving romance novels. We love to fangirl about our favorite books, authors, and characters and are challenging people to think of romance novels as more than just "mommy porn" - though there's nothing wrong with a copious amo ...
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Are you ready to ditch the Christian checklist and trade it in for a daily, intimate relationship with Jesus? Do you wish to fall in love with the Word of God and understand how to apply it to your life? Are you ready to see yourself the way that He sees you and become confident in who He says you are? In this podcast. you will find practical solutions to help you connect with Jesus, walk out your faith, and create a relationship with Jesus that will be a constant in your life. This podcast ...
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111. Be Loved: Embracing Jesus' Love & Growing in Faithful Community Hey friends! We are less than two months out from our Be Loved Event and we want to share some of the heart behind it with you. Take a listen to this brief episode where we share the why, the what, and some of the who behind our weekend together in November. We can't wait to see y…
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We are thrilled to welcome James R. Benn, author of the Billy Boyle World War II mystery series. The nineteenth book in the series, THE PHANTOM PATROL, is out today! It’s Winter 1944, and Boyle is on a mission that takes him from the beleaguered art world of Paris to the front lines of the Battle of the Bulge. Some of the novels we discuss in this …
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Emily is back in Connecticut, which means she and Chris were able to record this episode together at Book Cougars HQ. We are grateful for long-distance recording technology, but talking about books in person is much more fun! Our special guest is Michael Kelleher, Director of the Windham Campbell Prizes. Mike explains that these awards are given to…
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Creative Processing: Discovering Healing Through Intentional Creativity With Danielle Damrell Hey friends! I am so excited to introduce you to my beautiful friend Danielle. Danielle Damrell is a multi-passionate creator, wife, mom, and CEO of Danielle Damrell Creative Collective. Breaking into the entrepreneurship world as a lettering artist, her a…
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Hey friend, In this episode, Avery and Samantha delve into the profound journey of moving from a performance-driven relationship with God to truly experiencing His unconditional love. Avery shares her background as a pastor’s kid and how, despite knowing about God all her life, it wasn’t until she was freed from the cycle of performance that she tr…
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We’re calling this episode “The Midwest Episode” because we recorded it while both of us were visiting the Midwest. Emily is spending time with her daughter and granddaughter in Michigan, and Chris was visiting her mom in Chicago. Newer listeners might not realize that although we both now live in Connecticut, we are transplants from the Midwest. E…
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108. Embracing God's Timing: How to Thrive in Your Waiting Season With Kaela McKaig In this inspiring episode of The Abundant Woman Collective, Samantha is joined by Kaela, a Bible teacher and YouTuber, to delve into the often challenging topic of waiting seasons. They discuss how these periods are not just times of delay, but purposeful seasons wh…
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Hey friend! This episode is a little different than our normal but it is so good! I wanted you to hear the heart behind our upcoming Be Loved Event since tickets go on sale today! So grab a cup of coffee or tea and listen in for the next few minutes. Then be sure to grab your tickets to The Be Loved Event in Thompson Station, TN. A Holy Spirit-fill…
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Welcome to Episode 214! This episode contains a lot of biblio adventuring. Emily is in Traverse City, Michigan, helping her daughter, getting to know her new granddaughter, and discovering the many excellent Little Free Libraries in the area. She also shopped at Horizon Books and has been spending time at the Traverse City Library. Meanwhile, back …
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106 Seeking God in Desperation for True Freedom With Rebbeca Erazo Hey friends! Today we are having a conversation with my friend Rebecca Erazo and diving deep into her personal testimony and journey with the Lord. She has overcome immense challenges and trauma through the power of faith. Early Life Struggles: Rebecca shares about her childhood exp…
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Welcome to Episode 213!BookTuber Shawn Breathes Books joins us to celebrate Jenny Colvin and “I’ll Have What You’re Reading,” the memorial buddy read we jointly hosted with him the last few months. We also discuss Andrea Robbin Skinner’s recent revelation about her mother, Alice Munro, and how it has impacted us as readers. Some other highlights:In…
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105. Encountering The Holy Spirit: A Look Into Spiritual Gifts with Jenny Randle Hey friends, In this conversation, Jenny Randle and I discuss our experiences with the Holy Spirit and how He interacts with believers. We explore topics such as encountering the Holy Spirit, the role of the Holy Spirit in sanctification, and the gifts of the Spirit. W…
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104. 3 Reasons We Don't Hear From God As Christian Women Hey Friends! Ever wonder why you struggle to hear God’s voice? In this episode, we explore three common reasons: sin, busyness, and the noisy world around us. Just like tuning an old radio, we need to find the right frequency to hear Him clearly. We'll share practical tips to overcome these o…
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Welcome to Episode 212!This episode is different from all of our previous shows because Emily was unexpectedly called out of town to attend her granddaughter’s birth! Baby Neena arrived three weeks early. She and her mom, Rachel, are doing great. And yes, Emily has already read a book to her, SPOT GOES TO THE FARM, by Eric Hill.Instead of recording…
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103. From Guilt to Grace: Beating Shame & Finding Freedom in Jesus with Brittney Deckerhoff Hey friend! In this episode of the Abundant Women Collective podcast, Samantha Semans and Brittany Deckerhoff discuss the topic of shame and its impact on women. Brittney is a fun-loving Bible teacher who breaks down spiritual truths, bringing power and free…
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We dove into summer with our first big Biblio Adventure of the season! It involved art by kids inspired by Emily Dickinson’s poem, “Hope is the thing with feathers,” lobster, a little free library, and Bank Square Books. A great day! In other Biblio Adventures, Emily went to see Ann Leary talk about her new essay collection, I’VE TRIED BEING NICE, …
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102. Hearing God Speak: Recognizing His Voice in Daily Life Hey friends, Today, we're diving into a topic that I get asked about all the time: How to hear from God? I believe God is always speaking to us, but we aren't always listening. Join me as we simplify this process and learn how to recognize His voice in our everyday lives. Key Points: God i…
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Welcome to Episode 210, where we have the pleasure of welcoming back Our Mystery Man, John Valeri! For those of you who are new to the Book Cougars, John is a frequent guest. He’s a reader, professional reviewer, and interviewer extraordinaire (check out his BookTube channel, CENTRAL BOOKING). John joins us to not only recommend some hot new myster…
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101. Thrive in Your Calling: Women in Business and Faith With Allison Cartwright Hey friends! Today I am joined with my friend Allison Cartwright on the podcast. She is a powerhouse women and entrepreneur. On today's episode, Allison shares her journey from working in a family business to coaching and consulting for small business owners. She empha…
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100. Seeking Jesus for Redemption & Healing with Tiffney Minor Hey friends! Can you believe that we are 100 episodes in already??? What an exciting time! In this episode of the Abundant Woman Collective podcast, Tiffany Miner shares her powerful testimony of redemption and healing. Tiffany grew up in a challenging environment, losing her mother at …
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Welcome to Episode 209! We were thrilled and honored to talk with New York Times bestselling author, mystery legend, and social justice advocate Sara Paretsky. We talk with Sara about her newly published novel, PAY DIRT, the 22nd installment in her V.I. Warshawski series, founding Sisters in Crime, and so much more. Don’t miss our conversation at t…
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Sacred Rest: 4 Practical Sabbath Tips for Busy Lives Hey friend! Is it just me or is summer usually super busy? It's supposed to be a relaxing time with beautiful weather but we sometimes jam-pack our schedules full of things to do and see. How about we do something different this summer? Join me on this podcast episode as we dive into the transfor…
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98. Encountering Faith and Embracing Intimacy with God through Prayer With Monika Kirkland Hey friend! In this episode, Samantha Semans and Monica Kirkland discuss the power of prayer and how it can transform lives. Monica shares her personal journey of encountering God and how prayer became her passion. They discuss the barriers that can hinder pe…
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Welcome to Episode 208, which features a fantastic author spotlight with Sara B. Franklin. Her new biography, THE EDITOR: HOW PUBLISHING LEGEND JUDITH JONES SHAPED CULTURE IN AMERICA, is a must-read. It is not hyperbole to say that everyone reading and eating today has been touched by Judith Jones’s work, and Franklin’s writing is a delight to read…
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97. Empowered by the Holy Spirit: The Transformative Power of Pentecost Hey Friend! Today we're diving into a powerful discussion about Pentecost, the day that God's church began. We will explore how the Holy Spirit's presence transformed the lives of the early believers and continues to empower us today. Key Points: Pentecost and the Birth of God'…
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96. The Good Shepherd's Promise: Finding Rest in the Chaos of Motherhood Hey friends! In honor of Mother's Day, I decided to have a little fun and bring on my oldest daughter, Grace for a quick interview. Listen to some of her sweet answers in this episode. After our interview, we explore the sacred calling of motherhood and the profound ways in wh…
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Welcome to Episode 207. We are thrilled to have the opportunity to talk with rare book dealer and author Rebecca Romney. Her first book was PRINTER’S ERROR: Irreverent Stories from Book History, and she made a significant contribution to the world of romance fiction with her collection, THE ROMANCE NOVEL IN ENGLISH: A Rare Book Survey, 1769-1999. Y…
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95. Friendship in Faith: Overcoming Challenges for Christian Women Hey friends, In this episode, Sam is joined by Stephanie, Jenna, and Jessica AKA the Pastors' Wives Tell All to discuss the challenges and joys of making friends as adults, particularly in the context of ministry. They share their personal experiences and offer advice for building h…
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Welcome to Episode 206 where we have a fantastic conversation with Rebecca Rego Barry, author of THE VANISHING OF CAROLYN WELLS: Investigations into a Forgotten Mystery Author. One reviewer referred to Barry’s book as a “process biography.” It is true, Barry takes you along on her investigation into the life of Carolyn Wells who, it turns out, wrot…
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Courageous Confidence: 3 attributes of God so we can Step into Throne Room with Boldness Hey friends, Today's episode is quick, punchy, and one straight from the heart. We talk about what it means to come to the Father for prayer, the theme of identity and the barriers that prevent women from fully coming to God. It emphasizes the importance of con…
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93. Mastering Money: Budgeting with God at the Center with Ideal Balance Hey friends! Today's episode is a mix of spiritual and lots of practicals about money!!! Meet my friends Shana and Vanessa of Ideal Balance. They are on a mission to redefine personal finance for women worldwide by showing them how to be bougie on a budget. Join us for a fun c…
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Welcome to Episode 205! April is National Poetry Month and we are here for it. Emily is currently reading YOU ARE HERE: Poetry in the Natural World, a new anthology edited by Ada Limón, and Chris is reading BOATS FOR WOMEN by Sandra Yannone.Since our last episode, Chris finished listening to WAKE UP WITH PURPOSE! What I’ve Learned in my First Hundr…
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92. 3 Ways To Live From The Easter Resurrection Power Hey friends! I pray you had the best time celebrating Easter with friends and family. But now that Easter is over, what do we do with all we learned, lived, experienced, and encountered? If we believe God is real, that Jesus died, rose again, and lives with the Father... how do we live from that…
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We begin Episode 204 with the announcement of our second quarter readalong in our year of reading romance and end with a delightful conversation with author Allison Pataki about her fabulous new novel, FINDING MARGARET FULLER.Since our last episode, Emily has continued with her intention of reading a short story every Monday. She read “Lot” by Brya…
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From Prophecy to Promise: Unpacking Jesus' Fulfillment in Scripture Hey friend! It's almost one of my favorite weeks of the year, Holy Week. It's the week where every single day we celebrate something significant happening that leads up to the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ! In today's episode, we are digging into some scriptures from…
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Welcome to Episode 203! Some highlights of this episode: Emily dives into the pages of THE FROZEN RIVER by Ariel Lawhon and the delicious world of baking with THE COOKIE THAT CHANGED MY LIFE cookbook by Nancy Silverton and Carolynn Carreno. Meanwhile, Chris is back in high school with Jenna Miller's new sapphic YA romance, WE GOT THE BEAT. Emily de…
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Feeling Burnout? Overwhelmed? Tired? 3 Ways To Overcome Overwhelm & Strengthen Your Faith. In today's episode, we break down some of the root cause of burnout and overwhelm while lining it up with scripture. I share some of my personal experiences with burnout and the cultural pressure to work harder. Emphasizing the importance of relying on God fo…
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Ready To Dig Into Scripture? Practical Tips For Reading The Bible With Kala Yoder Hey friends, Kala is a wife, mom to two, Christian podcaster, and teacher from Indiana. She loves the Lord and has a heart for teaching bible! When she's not encouraging and teaching women, you can find her being creative in the kitchen, hanging by a fire, or spending…
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Welcome to Episode 202 of the Book Cougars, featuring an Author and Editor Spotlight with Jessica Pryde.Chris and Emily are enjoying and learning from Jess’s ground-breaking anthology, BLACK LOVE MATTERS: REAL TALK ON ROMANCE, BEING SEEN, AND HAPPILY EVER AFTERS. Thanks to listener Katie for putting this book on our radar.We’re both currently immer…
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Hey friends! You are in for a treat with my sweet friend Melissa! In this recent episode of the Abundant Woman Collective Podcast, we delve into the topic of effective goal-setting uniquely approached from a Christian entrepreneurial perspective. Joined by our guest expert, Melissa, a certified life coach and veteran Christian entrepreneur, we expl…
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Welcome to Episode 201 featuring an Author Spotlight with LUANNE RICE recorded at the beautiful and welcoming Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library in Old Lyme, CT. Luanne’s new novel, LAST NIGHT, is out now. You’ve heard us rave about it in recent episodes and we do our best to keep our conversation with Luanne spoiler free.Some highlights of this episode:…
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Hey friends! Join us in an episode of the Abundant Woman Collective Podcast, featuring my friend Beth Runkle. Beth and her husband serve with Cru Military®. Beth served as a military wife herself during her husband’s 25-year career with the Air Force. Beth disciples and conducts Bible studies for female cadets and young military spouses. Having com…
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Thank you for listening over the years and helping us reach our 200th episode! To celebrate this milestone, we invited special guests to call the Book Cougars hotline and recommend two forthcoming books they can’t wait for all of us to read. This idea was inspired by Ann Kingman and Michael Kindness, hosts of the podcast Books on the Nightstand, wh…
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Hey friends! Delve deep into the concept of sanctification on this episode of the Abundant Woman Collective podcast. Learn how as a Christian woman, you can be more Christlike and deepen your relationship with Jesus. Understand that sanctification isn't just about ticking off good deeds, it's a continuous process of personal transformation under Ch…
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Hey friends! You are in for a special treat today with my friend, Brittney Serban. Brittney started her mothering journey while working as a full-time nurse. She is now a stay-at-home Mom of Four Kids under the age of six. Brittney and her family have spent the last few years serving as missionaries in Thailand, navigating family life abroad and si…
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Welcome to Episode 199! We have read A LOT since our last regularly recorded episode in December, so be prepared! In our “Just Read” segment, we talk about books by Lois Hamill, Hisashi Kashiwai, Martha Dickinson Bianchi, Josie Silver, James R. Benn, Alice Hoffman, Kate Jacobs, Tiago Forte, Julie Alvarez, Luanne Rice, Elizabeth Acevedo, Ann Hood, a…
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Hey friends! Happy New Year and welcome to 2024 in The Abundant Woman Collective. Today's episode is short and sweet and hopefully, prayerfully an encouragement to you. In this conversation, we chat about the concept of becoming a new creation in Christ and the transformation that occurs when one chooses to follow Him. I emphasize the importance of…
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Welcome to our fourth annual Top Ten Reads of the Year episode with BookTuber Russell Gray of Ink and Paper Blog! We each talk about our top ten reads of 2023. Some books were published in 2023, and others are a bit older, but they all stirred our hearts and minds and we want to sing their praises. Russell, Emily, and Chris all have such different …
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WHERE TO FIND US: ► Email: swreadromance@gmail.com ► Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/swreadrom ► Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/swreadrom ► Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/swreadrom ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/swreadrom ► FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/swreadrom.theswoonzone/ ► Juliette’s Books: https://www.juliettecross.co…
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WHERE TO FIND US: ► Email: swreadromance@gmail.com ► Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/swreadrom ► Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/swreadrom ► Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/swreadrom ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/swreadrom ► FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/swreadrom.theswoonzone/ ► Juliette’s Books: https://www.juliettecross.co…
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