Cara C. Putman's Blog, page 25
March 6, 2022
Living with a Different Spirit
Like many of you, I’ve been reading my way through the Bible. I’m starting Deuteronomy this week, but have been pondering this verse: But because my servant Caleb has a different spirit and follows me wholeheartedly, I will bring him into the land he went to, and his descendants will inherit it. Numbers 14:24. @cara_putman urges us to live life ... Read More
Published on March 06, 2022 04:56
March 4, 2022
Book Talk: James Hannibal
Book Talk: James Hannibal Listen to James’s episode here. Do you love Tom Clancy and Daniel Silva? Love a book that races from page one to the end? Do you have preteens or teens in your life? Young people who love games and fantasy? Then you will enjoy this conversation with James Hannibal. We talk about his books. A game ... Read More
Published on March 04, 2022 02:00
March 1, 2022
Fun Research Details about Stars in the Night
One of the things I loved about writing Stars in the Night, set during World War II, is that I learned so many things. As a World War II history nut, that keeps the writing fresh and exciting. Here are a few of the things I learned while writing Stars in the Night: 1) There really was a Hollywood Victory ... Read More
Published on March 01, 2022 00:33
February 26, 2022
Books I’m Excited About
There are so many good books coming out this year. There are already so many wonderful choices for your reading pleasure. Last time I was on here, I posted about my friend Sarah Sundin’s latest novel Until Leaves Fall in Paris. Today I thought I’d share four more I’m excited about. Three I’ve already read, and one is waiting patiently on ... Read More
Published on February 26, 2022 04:02
February 25, 2022
Book Talk: Jocelyn Green
Book Talk: Jocelyn Green Listen to Jocelyn’s episode here. I’m so excited to have my friend Jocelyn Green join me for Book Talk. She writes wonderful historical novels that are filled with rich details and interesting plots. I had so much fun learning about where Jocelyn gets her ideas, how she weaves in research, her love of Broadway plays, and ... Read More
Published on February 25, 2022 03:00
February 18, 2022
Book Talk: Abigail Wilson
Book Talk: Abigail Wilson Listen to Abigail’s episode here. To kick off this season of Book Talk I’m delighted to introduce you to my friend Abigail Wilson. She writes gothic Regency novels with strong mystery and a hint of suspense. You will love meeting her, and we will be talking about her brand new book Twilight at Moorington Cross. Connect ... Read More
Published on February 18, 2022 03:00
February 11, 2022
Book Talk: Authors of Christmas in Mistletoe Square
Book Talk: Authors of Christmas in Mistletoe Square Listen to the episode here. In this edition of Book Talk, my coauthors for the Christmas in Mistletoe Square collection joined me. Think of it as your chance to peek behind the curtain and see what goes on when four authors come together to write a collection. We talk books, how I ... Read More
Published on February 11, 2022 03:00
February 8, 2022
Classic Hollywood Reviews: Dial M for Murder
As we near the release of Stars in the Night, I’m sharing some of my favorite classic movies with you. Why? Because Stars in the Night is set partly in 1942 Hollywood and entirely in the world of the stars. I have long loved classic movies, and would love to know what your favorites are as well. And even though ... Read More
Published on February 08, 2022 00:00
February 7, 2022
It’s a Subscriber Giveaway! Plus a bonus!
Y’all, there are exciting bookish things burbling, and I want you to stay in the know. It’s a pop up #giveaway from @cara_putman. Gifts include @tonishiloh latest novel.Click To Tweet Did you know that when you follow me on Amazon, Bookbub, and Goodreads, you get alerts from them when I have new books coming out or bookish deals? It’s a ... Read More
Published on February 07, 2022 00:00
It’s a Subscriber Giveaway!
Y’all, there are exciting bookish things burbling, and I want you to stay in the know. It’s a pop up #giveaway from @cara_putman. Gifts include @tonishiloh latest novel.Click To Tweet Did you know that when you follow me on Amazon, Bookbub, and Goodreads, you get alerts from them when I have new books coming out or bookish deals? It’s a ... Read More
Published on February 07, 2022 00:00


