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Episode 14 | Echoes of History: The Origins of a Reverse Aladdin (Part 2)
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
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)
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
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Episode 10 | Echoes of History: Girl Stunt Reporters
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Episode 9 | Echoes through History: The Real History Behind His Boss’s Little Sister
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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