Author's Corner: Interviews about the Latest Christian Books

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A short interview program featuring the latest authors in Christian publishing. Hosted by Roberta Foster of KNEO Radio in Neosho, Missouri. To contact KNEO, email [email protected]

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The Names of God: Growing Strong, by Grace Fox
#603
Yesterday at 5:00 PM

Today, Roberta talks to Grace Fox about her new book Names of God: Growing Strong, available from Aspire Press publishers.

Have the demands of life left you weakened and weary? Do you struggle to get back up after life has knocked you down?

Every day requires a fresh dose of inner strength if we are to keep putting one foot in front of the other. Growing Strong, the third book in Grace Fox’s Names of God series, explores seven Hebrew names of God that will encourage you and fortify your faith.

Discover th...


Bear Through It, by Christopher Reynolds
#602
Last Friday at 1:52 PM

Today, Roberta talks to Christopher Reynolds about his new book Bear Through It: Turning Pain Into Purpose, available from LifeWord publishers.

Grow Through What You Go Through

Pain is unavoidable; it touches every life regardless of background or circumstance. But what if the struggles you've faced-the heartbreak, the pressure, the questions-are actually shaping something stronger within you?

Bear Through It invites you into a raw and honest journey through life's hardest moments. With vulnerability, faith, and a refreshing sense of humor, Chris Reynolds shares powerful insights on how pain, whether physical, emotional, financial...


REVIEW: Harrison House
#600
Last Monday at 5:00 PM

In this edition of the Author's Corner Review, Roberta looks at various books from Harrison House publishers.

Brought to you by Roberta Foster, KNEO Radio and the Sky High Podcast Network.


This Seat's Yours, by Heather Holleman
#599
10/18/2026

Today, Roberta talks to Heather Holleman about her new book This Seat's Yours.

Summer is finally here. And while Elita should be enjoying newfound freedom, she finds herself wilting under the summer sun and the accusations of friends who feel she’s too focused on herself and her own problems. When she tries to find joy and solace in an abandoned fox kit, she lands herself in even more heat—this time with the law. And just when she thinks things can’t possibly get worse, she receives a text message that breaks her heart.

Crestf...


Mindset: Learning to Live with the Mind of Christ, by Kelsey Lee Gjesdal
#598
10/17/2026

Today, Roberta talks to Kelsey Lee Gjesdal about her new bible study Mindset: Learning to Live with the Mind of Christ.

Lying awake at night with spiraling thoughts, comparison, or uncertainty about the future? You're not alone.

In a world full of anxieties, joy and peace can be hard to hold onto. But what if the joy-filled life is less about what we do and more about what we think? Mindset: Learning to Live with the Mind of Christ will take you on a 60-day journey through the book of Philippians, where you will...

L...


Legacy After Loss, by Chelsea Ohlemiller
#597
10/16/2026

Today, Roberta talks to Chelsea Ohlemiller about her new book Legacy After Loss: The Sacred Work of Remembering, Rebuilding, and Enduring Through Grief, available from Revell publishers.

Hope for Living with Grief from Someone Who Understands

Most books about grief focus on the moment of loss. This one begins where you are right now--in the days, months, or years that follow, when the shock has faded and you're standing in a life you no longer recognize, wondering how to move forward or if joy is still possible. Legacy After Loss doesn't ask you to move...


REVIEW: Devotionals
#596
10/12/2026

In this episode of the Author's Corner Review, Roberta discusses some of the latest DEVOTIONAL books available.

Brought to you by Roberta Foster, KNEO Radio and the Sky High Podcast Network.


Daniel Revisited, by Mark Davidson
#595
10/11/2026

Today, Roberta talks to Mark Davidson about his new book Daniel Revisited: Discovering the Four Mideast Signs Leading to the Antichrist, available from Thomas Nelson publishers.

Daniel Revisited makes the case that the ancient book of Daniel reveals four specific events to occur in the Middle East in the end times prior to the Tribulation. This new look at old assumptions about prophecy and plain reading of Scripture combines a comprehensive study of relevant history with the fresh perspective of today’s current events. Not only does it show that the Antichrist will be Muslim, it also id...


Becoming You, by Darby Strickland
#594
10/10/2026

Today, Roberta talks to Darby Strickland about her new book  Becoming You for Girls: Everything You Wanted to Know About Growing Up!, available from New Growth Press.

This biblically-based guide is designed to help girls ages 8–12 navigate the physical, emotional, and spiritual changes of growing up.

Becoming You for Girls is a Christ‑centered guidebook designed to help preteen girls understand, navigate, and grow through puberty—physically, emotionally, socially, and spiritually. Written in an accessible, warm, and encouraging tone, the book explains biological changes, emotional development, friendships, identity, safety, wisdom, technology, and faith, all while groundi...


Freedom Looks Good on You, by Kenz Durham
#593
10/09/2026

Today, Roberta talks to Kenz Durham about her new book Freedom Looks Good on You: A 6-Session Bible Study, available from Bethany House Publishers.

Can you imagine what it would feel like to be free? Free of comparison and self-doubt. Free of shame and rejection. Free of the pressure to perform or achieve perfection. Free of all those lies that are holding you back. Sound too good to be true? It's not. It's exactly what God wants for you. And it's what this eye-opening, life-changing six-session Bible study is going to help you achieve. Because you don't...


REVIEW: Broadstreet & Whitaker House
#592
10/05/2026

On this episode of the Author's Corner Review, Roberta tells you about some of the latest books from Whitaker House and Broadstreet Publishers.

Brought to you by Roberta Foster, KNEO Radio and the Sky High Podcast Network.


God and Me, by Marty Machowski
#591
10/04/2026

Today, Roberta talks to Marty Machowski about his new children's book God and Me: The First Story, available from New Growth Press publishers.

God and Me leads young readers on a Bible study of the first three chapters of Genesis that they can do all on their own.

What better way to encourage our children to love God’s Word than to provide them with a tool to study the Bible for themselves? Best-selling author Marty Machowski invites kids to engage God through a Bible study written just for them. Readers will explore their “first stor...


Single Together, by Lisa LaGeorge
#590
10/03/2026

Today, Roberta talks to Lisa LaGeorge about her new book  Single Together.

Single Together encourages single men and women to thrive in God’s call for their lives and equips churches to better embrace and support singles in their congregations.

Lisa LaGeorge invites readers to discover the richness and purpose of singleness within the family of God. Drawing on biblical wisdom, personal experience, and decades of ministry experience, LaGeorge reframes singleness—not as a problem to be solved, but as a rich opportunity to honor the Lord and show the world his kindness. Through honest story...


Messy Mourning, by Jackie M. Baker
#589
10/02/2026

Today, Roberta talks to Jackie M. Baker about her new book Messy Mourning: Hope for Mothers Grieving the Loss of a Child by Suicide.

Is it possible to find hope again after losing a child to suicide?

If you're a mother who has lost a child to suicide, or know someone who has, Messy Mourning is for you. Author Jackie M. Baker understands the overwhelming pain, the confusion, and the empty ache that lingers following the death of her son, offering an honest and compassionate voice to help you through your loss. Within these pages...


REVIEW: Books on Raising Children
#588
09/28/2026

Today, join Roberta on the Author's Corner Review as we look at books about raising kids in the Lord.

Brought to you by Roberta Foster, KNEO Radio and the Sky High Podcast Network.


The Names of God: Growing Strong, by Grace Fox
#587
09/27/2026

Today, Roberta talks to Grace Fox about her new book Names of God: Growing Strong, available from Aspire Press publishers.

Have the demands of life left you weakened and weary? Do you struggle to get back up after life has knocked you down?

Every day requires a fresh dose of inner strength if we are to keep putting one foot in front of the other. Growing Strong, the third book in Grace Fox’s Names of God series, explores seven Hebrew names of God that will encourage you and fortify your faith.

Discover th...


Mindset: Learning to Live with the Mind of Christ, by Kelsey Lee Gjesdal
#586
09/26/2026

Today, Roberta talks to Kelsey Gjesdal about her new book Mindset: Learning to Live with the Mind of Christ.

Lying awake at night with spiraling thoughts, comparison, or uncertainty about the future? You're not alone.

In a world full of anxieties, joy and peace can be hard to hold onto. But what if the joy-filled life is less about what we do and more about what we think? Mindset: Learning to Live with the Mind of Christ will take you on a 60-day journey through the book of Philippians, where you will...

Learn how...


Freedom Looks Good on You, by Kenz Durham
#585
09/25/2026

Today, Roberta talks to Kenz Durham about her new book Freedom Looks Good on You: A 6-Session Bible Study, available from Bethany House publishers.

Can you imagine what it would feel like to be free? Free of comparison and self-doubt. Free of shame and rejection. Free of the pressure to perform or achieve perfection. Free of all those lies that are holding you back. Sound too good to be true? It's not. It's exactly what God wants for you. And it's what this eye-opening, life-changing six-session Bible study is going to help you achieve. Because you don't...


REVIEW: Christian Fiction (continued) (various publishers)
#584
09/21/2026

In this Author's Corner Review episode, Roberta tells you about some of the latest fiction books available from a variety of Christian publishers.

Brought to you by Roberta Foster, KNEO Radio and the Sky High Podcast Network.


Singing Through Fire, by Lara Silverman
#583
09/20/2026

Today, Roberta talks to Lara Silverman about her new book Singing Through Fire: A Memoir of Finding Surprising Joy in Life's Darkest Trials.

What if you fall in love on the brink of death? Singing Through Fire invites readers into the Job-like true story of a young woman who loses everything—and dares to ask why a good God allows it.

Discover the latest Christian books and meet the authors behind them on Author's Corner, where Roberta Foster explores new releases in faith-based publishing. Whether you're seeking Christian novels, inspirational reads, or in-depth book reviews, th...


In Season, by Elizabeth Laing Thompson
#582
09/19/2026

Today, Roberta talks to Elizabeth Laing Thompson about her new book In Season: A 90-Day Devotional for Female Student Athletes, available from Zonderkidz publishers.

Discover your ultimate playbook for faith and athletics with In Season, a 90-day devotional for young female athletes. With interactive features such as goal setting, progress check-ins, reflection questions, and journaling prompts, In Season offers busy athletes everything they need to prioritize their spiritual growth while balancing their sport, academics, and relationships.

Discover the latest Christian books and meet the authors behind them on Author's Corner, where Roberta Foster explores new...


Made to Rest, by Aimee Joseph
#581
09/18/2026

Today, Roberta talks to Aimee Joseph about her new book Made to Rest: True Peace in a World That Never Stops, available from New Growth Press publishers.

Aimee Joseph helps overwhelmed, exhausted readers exchange the turmoil of chasing contentment and control for the lasting peace found in Christ.

With the relentless pace of modern life, we have become accustomed to high mobility, near-constant change, and a rampant sense of restlessness. Finding any sense of rest seems impossible. Drawing from Scripture, personal anecdotes, and practical wisdom, Joseph explores the roots of our internal agitation and points...


REVIEW: Christian Fiction (various publishers)
#580
09/14/2026

In this Author's Corner Review episode, Roberta tells you about some of the latest fiction books available from a variety of Christian publishers.

Brought to you by Roberta Foster, KNEO Radio and the Sky High Podcast Network.


Mother of the Year, by Cheryl Esper Balcom
#579
09/13/2026

Today, Roberta talks to Cheryl Esper Balcom about her new book Mother of the Year.

Lindy Thomas has built her life on holding everything together: her family, her faith, and her role as a devoted mother. But when her husband dies unexpectedly, the life she carefully managed begins to unravel.

Determined to show up for her son, Lindy sets out alone on a cross-country road trip from Michigan to Seattle. What begins as a journey of love quickly becomes something far more complicated. A mysterious note left behind by her husband raises questions she’s af...


Overcomer, Overcome, by Caitlin Hawk
#578
09/12/2026

Today, Roberta talks to Caitlin Hawk about her new book Overcomer, Overcome: Finding Freedom from Addiction, Shame, and False Identity.

One Woman's Journey from Addiction to Freedom Through Identity Transformation, Not Behavior Modification

At nineteen years old, pregnant with twins, high in a parking lot, Caitlin Hawk cried out to God for the first time. In that moment, drunk and desperate, the Lord sobered her up in an instant and changed the trajectory of her life forever.

Years in Secular Rehabs Changed Nothing. Religious Programs Offered Rules Without Power.

From an...


Believe, by Ray Devers
#577
09/11/2026

Today, Roberta talks to Ray Devers about his new book Believe.

Everyone believes in something. Maybe not God, but everyone believes in something.

In Believe, Ray Devers shares his personal reasons for believing in God and the Bible, along with real-life experiences that have strengthened his faith. Written with honesty, humility, and heart, this book is meant to speak both to those who question and to those who already believe.

If you struggle with doubt, wonder if God is real, or simply want your faith encouraged, this book offers a sincere and compelling...


REVIEW: Prophecy & Healing
#576
09/07/2026

In this Author's Corner Review episode, Roberta Foster discusses the latest prophecy and healing-related books in the Christian world.

Brought to you by Roberta Foster, KNEO Radio and the Sky High Podcast Network.


Whitman's Choice, by John R. Price
#575
09/06/2026

Today, Roberta talks to John Price about his new book Whitman's Choice, available from _________________ publishers.

Former child star Mike Whitman is all grown up and married to his wife, Celeste--also a former child star. Life away from Hollywood’s glamour has given them new perspectives on family and culture.

Hollywood comes calling for a sequel series updated for entertaining modern families. Celeste and Mike’s sister and former co-star, Staci, agree to reprise their characters from the long popular family sitcom Goodwin’s Circle. But Staci, Celeste, and even Mike are tricked into violating their Christ...


Winds of Grace, by Cheryl Esper Balcom
#574
09/05/2026

Today, Roberta talks to Cheryl Esper Balcom about her new book Winds of Grace: Losing my Father, Surrendering Control, and Growing in Faith.

“The winds of grace are always blowing. It’s up to you to raise your sails.”

It was her dad’s favorite quote, but now Cheryl’s beloved dad was dying, and she wondered if God’s grace would be enough to carry her through the loss and grief.

“How can a word that evokes images of ballet, a word that rhymes with lace for crying out loud, be enough for me in this...


Less Than Perfect, by Ray Devers
#573
09/04/2026

Today, Roberta talks to Ray Devers about his new book Less Than Perfect.

In Less Than Perfect, we take a deeper look at the lives of biblical heroes — people who accomplished great things, but who also experienced failure, doubt, and struggle.

So why focus on their failures? Because of hope.

Hope that you’ll find something relatable.
Hope that you’ll discover strength in their stories.
Hope that you’ll realize these heroes were not perfect — and neither are we.

This book is for those who feel overwhelmed by life’s mis...


REVIEW: Children and Devotionals
#572
08/31/2026

An Author's Corner Review episode, looking at the latest Childrens and Devotional books.

Brought to you by Roberta Foster, KNEO Radio and the Sky High Podcast Network.


The Targeted, by Cara Putman
#571
08/30/2026

Today, Roberta talks to Cara Putman about her new book The Targeted, available from Kregel publishers.

Can she protect her gym students before her past catches up?
 

When Chloe Ainsworth's older sister reappears after fourteen years, she brings with her the news that Chloe's abuser is back in town. Chloe is a coach at her childhood gym and fiercely protective of her young gymnasts. She won't allow them to suffer the way she did, but she's desperate for an ally—one who can help her make her case.

Law student Dare Shepherd wor...


And the Bride Wore White, by Dannah Gresh
#570
08/29/2026

Today, Roberta talks to Dannah Gresh about her new book And the Bride Wore White: Seven Truths to Live in Sexual Integrity . . . No Matter Your Past, available from Moody Publishers.

This book is one woman’s freedom story. Jesus is the Author—the One who redeems, restores, and rewrites broken stories. In this updated edition of her bestselling book, And the Bride Wore White, Dannah Gresh tells the story of her young love life, revisiting her own teenage journals. She vulnerably shares her struggles and successes, her moments of pain followed by healing, and the eventual triumph of l...


Perfect Forever, by Chad Gonzalez
#569
08/28/2026

Today, Roberta talks to Chad Gonzalez about his new book Perfect Forever: How the Finished Work of Christ Made You Righteous, Complete and Free—Right Now, available from Destiny Image publishers.

You Are Not Becoming Perfect—You Already Are.

Have you ever loved Jesus deeply yet still felt unworthy, incomplete, or stuck in an endless cycle of trying harder? Do you believe God forgives you, but secretly wonder why freedom, authority, and confidence still feel out of reach? Have you been taught that perfection is reserved for heaven—while your present life feels defined by failur...


REVIEW: Prayer and Devotional books
#568
08/24/2026

On today's edition of the Author's Corner Review, Roberta discusses the latest prayer and devotional books available on the market. 

Brought to you by Roberta Foster, KNEO Radio and the Sky High Podcast Network.


The Importance of Dads in Children's Education - an article by Alex Newman
#567
08/23/2026

Today, Roberta talks to Alex Newman about his piece in The Liberty Sentinel titled "The Importance of Dads in Children's Education."

Discover the latest Christian books and meet the authors behind them on Author's Corner, where Roberta Foster explores new releases in faith-based publishing. Whether you're seeking Christian novels, inspirational reads, or in-depth book reviews, this podcast is your guide to the newest titles in the Christian literary world.

Brought to you by Roberta Foster, KNEO Radio and the Sky High Podcast Network.


At Death's Door (Part 2), by Greg Hershberg
#566
08/22/2026

Today, Roberta talks to Greg Hershberg about his new book At Death's Door: 50 Days Between Life and Death, available from Aneko publishers.

Rabbi Greg Hershberg spent decades helping people find God in suffering.
 
 Then suffering came for him.
 
 After an unexpected medical crisis, Greg’s life unraveled fast. A collapsing body. A stopped heart. Emergency interventions. Fifty days of pain, fear, and brutal uncertainty. The man who had preached hope to others suddenly found himself lying in a hospital bed asking, “Lord, where are You?”
 
 At Death’s Door is a raw, gripping...


After Church Hurt, by Timothy St. John
#565
08/21/2026

Today, Roberta talks to Timothy St. John about the new book After Church Hurt: Healing in the Care of the Good Shepherd.

Counselor Timothy St. John offers compassion and hope to individuals who have experienced hurt in emotionally and spiritually damaging church cultures.

The local church is meant to function as a healing and helping community that cares for God’s people. But what if, instead of grace and care, someone experienced harm and hurt? When the church becomes a place of abuse and silence, the pain leaves people spiritually disoriented and alone. These individuals ma...


REVIEW: Bible-Based Books
#564
08/17/2026

On this episode of the Author's Corner Review, Roberta discusses the latest bible-based books available. 

Brought to you by Roberta Foster, KNEO Radio and the Sky High Podcast Network.


Big Thoughts for Tiny Tots, by Jared Kennedy
#563
08/16/2026

Today, Roberta talks to Jared Kennedy about his new book Big Thoughts for Tiny Tots: A Beginner's Gospel Story Book of Questions and Answers, available from New Growth Press publishers.

Big Thoughts for Tiny Tots introduces preschoolers to the fundamentals of faith with a series of simple questions and answers right on their level.

Teaching your toddlers and preschoolers about the Bible doesn’t have to be a daunting experience. It can be as easy as starting to ask them a few simple questions. Little kids love to ask questions—it’s how they learn! In Big...