Almost By Design, by Jenny Erlingsson

Almost By Design, by Jenny Erlingsson

Author: Sky High Podcast Network July 19, 2026 Duration: 15:50

Today, Roberta talks to Jenny Erlingsson about her new book Almost by Design: A Novel, available from Revell publishers.

A botched promotion, an awkward reunion, and a fake-dating scheme they never planned to fall for. 

Kenya Stewart is so close to getting her dream position at an event agency. When a scheduling blunder risks her promotion, she hopes an upcoming pitch will allow her a second chance. Then an accident at her cousin's wedding sends her to the emergency room in the care of another wedding guest, Solomon Anruchi, the handsome doctor who ghosted her after their first date.

Solomon's parents are eager for him to find a business-savvy wife and make the move to New York to take over a recent acquisition by their family's company. But he needs to buy more time to finish his residency and convince them that staying in Hope Springs is the best path for him. He realizes that Kenya is the perfect person to help, and she needs his connections to land a high-profile client and save her career. Their solution? A fake-dating relationship.

As attractions increase amid their ruse, secrets they've kept from each other and the weight of others' expectations begin to unravel their scheme. Will their carefully constructed plans crumble when the truth comes out? 

This charming Southern contemporary Christian romance features humorous banter, second chances, faking dating, and neurodiverse characters in small-town Alabama for fans of Toni Shiloh, Pepper Basham, and Courtney Walsh.

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.

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Ever wonder about the story behind the book sitting on a church library shelf or featured in a magazine? Author's Corner: Interviews about the Latest Christian Books pulls up a chair for those conversations. Host Roberta Foster, from KNEO Radio in Neosho, Missouri, brings a warm and thoughtful perspective to each discussion, moving beyond simple summaries to explore the personal journeys and convictions that drive today's Christian writers. This podcast offers a quiet space to hear authors discuss their craft, their faith, and the sometimes surprising paths that led them to publish. You'll listen to genuine dialogue about new works spanning theology, personal spirituality, fiction, and practical living-all through the lens of a vibrant faith. It feels less like a formal interview and more like overhearing a compelling chat between people who care deeply about ideas and storytelling. Produced by the Sky High Podcast Network, each episode is a concise visit into the heart of what motivates contemporary Christian voices, providing listeners with a richer understanding of the books shaping conversations in communities and churches. For anyone curious about the people behind the pages, this series connects the reader to the writer.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

Author's Corner: Interviews about the Latest Christian Books
Podcast Episodes
REVIEW: Christian Fiction (various publishers) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:12
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 Netw…
Mother of the Year, by Cheryl Esper Balcom [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:29
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 husb…
Overcomer, Overcome, by Caitlin Hawk [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:42
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 Be…
Believe, by Ray Devers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:14
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…
REVIEW: Prophecy & Healing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:03
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 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:06
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 sta…
Winds of Grace, by Cheryl Esper Balcom [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:29
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 w…
Less Than Perfect, by Ray Devers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:52
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…
REVIEW: Children and Devotionals [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:48
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 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:12
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 fourt…