A Spot of Story

A Spot of Story

Danielle Grandinetti

Episodes 15
Avg. Duration 13m
Activity Highly Active
Since Jul 2025
Latest Episode Mar 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Every 2 Weeks
Format
Episodic
Consistency
46%
Hosting
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About This Podcast

A Spot of Story brings you books, history, and the writing life over a steaming cup of tea. Tune in on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays for author conversations and quick history dives. Find out more at daniellegrandinetti.com/podcast.

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Recent Episodes

Episode 14 | Echoes of History: The Origins of a Reverse Aladdin (Part 2)

Mar 21, 2026 7m

In this episode, we continue our deep dive into the historical roots of Undercover Wish. I’m sharing how I deconstructed the problematic stereotypes of the original 18th-century Aladdin tale—where…

Episode 13 | Beyond the Book: Planning for Nickie with Tasha Hackett

Mar 07, 2026 27m

In this Beyond the Book episode, I’m joined by Tasha Hackett to discuss her contemporary romance, Planning for Nickie. Tasha shares the hilarious and heartfelt origins of her hero Mark—a man so…

A Spot of Story Episode 12 | Echoes of History: The Origins of a Reverse Aladdin (Part 1)

Feb 21, 2026 8m

In this Echoes of History episode, I uncover the real events and cultural threads that inspired my prequel novella, Undercover Wish. While many of us know the musical versions of Aladdin, the…

Episode 11 | Behind the Book: Irish Rose Orphans' Christmas by Susan G. Mathis

Feb 07, 2026 12m

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Episode 10 | Echoes of History: Girl Stunt Reporters

Jan 17, 2026 8m

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Episode 9 | Echoes through History: The Real History Behind His Boss’s Little Sister

Nov 15, 2025 10m

Every story begins with truth.In this Echoes through History episode, I uncover the real events that inspired my novella His Boss’s Little Sister. Set in 1931 Wisconsin, the book grew out of research…

Episode 8 | Behind the Book: A Heart to Treasure with Dienece Darling

Nov 01, 2025 17m

In this Behind the Book episode, I’m joined by author Dienece Darling to talk about her Broader Regency novella, A Heart to Treasure.The vicar’s son and the draper’s daughter have fought against all…

Episode 7 | Echoes through History: Why I Write 1930s Historical Romance

Oct 18, 2025 7m

Why the 1930s? This decade sits at the heart of my stories — a time of courage, resilience, and quiet hope. In this Echoes through History episode, I share what draws me to write 1930s historical…

Episode 6 | Behind the Book: Meringue Melody with Lori Soard

Oct 04, 2025 12m

Step into the seaside tea room of the 1920s with author Lori Soard as we go Behind the Book of Meringue Melody. A retelling of The Little Mermaid set against the backdrop of Portland, Maine, this…

Episode 5 | Echoes of History: 1933, the Year the World Shifted

Sep 20, 2025 11m

Welcome to A Spot of Story! In Episode 5 of Echoes of History, we step into 1933 — the year Germany changed course and the world shifted with it. It was a year of turning points: rising fear, new…

Episode 4 | Beyond the Book | The Sweetheart Deal by Lenora Worth

Sep 06, 2025 14m

Today on A Spot of Story: Beyond the Book with Lenora Worth. We talk about her newest release The Sweetheart Deal and the inspiration behind it.Find out more at daniellegrandinetti.com/podcast Get…

Episode 3 | Crafting the Tale | Creating a Writing Life by Jill Kemerer

Aug 30, 2025 20m

Today on A Spot of Story: Crafting the Tale, I’m joined by Publishers Weekly bestselling author Jill Kemerer to talk about her new non-fiction book Creating a Writing Life: Encouragement and Advice…

Episode 2 | Echoes of History | The Loch Ness Monster

Aug 16, 2025 8m

In this episode, I dive into the history and legends of the Loch Ness Monster, exploring the research that inspired parts of my historical romance, The Recluse’s Vindication. Get full access to The…

Episode 1 | Behind the Book | The Lady’s Companion by Anna Jensen

Aug 02, 2025 20m

Welcome to A Spot of Story! In this first episode of our Behind the Book series, we’re delighted to introduce you to The Lady’s Companion by Anna Jensen.Join us as we explore the story of Gwenllian…

Episode 0 | Intro | Welcome to A Spot of Story

Jul 19, 2025 1m

Welcome to A Spot of Story Podcast with host and 1930s historical romance author Danielle Grandinetti. Get full access to The Fireside Wire at danielleswritingspot.substack.com/subscribe

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A Spot of Story has published 15 episodes since July 2025, covering topics in Fiction, History.

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A Spot of Story is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 13m.

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