Interview with Jeanne Gehret: Weaving Faith, Love, and History into Inspirational Fiction

In this engaging conversation, Kelly interviews Jeanne Gehret, a Christian author who shares her journey of faith and writing. Jeanne discusses her experiences as a mother navigating her son’s learning disabilities, her transition from marketing to writing, and how her faith has influenced her storytelling. She delves into her historical fiction work, particularly focusing on Annie, a character inspired by Annie Anthony, and the challenges of writing about faith and love amidst historical conflicts.

The conversation highlights the importance of trust in God and the power of storytelling to inspire and uplift others. In this engaging conversation, Jeanne Gehret discusses her historical romance novel, weaving together fact and fiction to explore themes of love, faith, and the complexities of courtship in the past. She shares insights into the historical context of her characters, the challenges they face in communication, and the importance of building strong relationships. The discussion also touches on the role of faith in her writing journey and the significance of clean historical fiction in connecting with readers.

Listen to the episode here.

Meet Jeanne Gehret

Jeanne Gehret was born in Kansas City and moved to upstate New York, where she now lives. She earned degrees in theology from the University of Toronto and St. Bernard’s Seminary, and has written features and books since the 1980s. Her career has also included historical re-enactments, public relations, youth ministry, and licensed massage therapy.

Visit Jeanne Gehret’s website here

Bible Verses for Encouragement

II Chronicles 20:15 (NKJV) And he said, “Listen, all you of Judah and you inhabitants of Jerusalem, and you, King Jehoshaphat! Thus says the Lord to you: ‘Do not be afraid nor dismayed because of this great multitude, for the battle is not yours, but God’s.

Colossians 3:17 (NKJV) And whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.

Jeanne Gehret’s New Book: Secrets to the Wind (Dauntless Series Book 1)

This enthralling Civil War novel will stir your senses as unlikely lovers embody the principles, passions and hazards of the antislavery movement and the Underground Railroad.

In Martha’s Vineyard in 1857, Annie Osborn helped guide a slave to safety on the Underground Railroad. But now, six years later, the cost of keeping that secret grows unbearable.

Annie’s heart belongs to Colonel Daniel Anthony, who mirrors his sister Susan B. Anthony’s commitment to end slavery. However, Annie’s father thwarts their romance at every turn, and Daniel is beset by problems in Bleeding Kansas when he’s jailed for lambasting a general.

Just when Annie decodes a letter that will safeguard her secret, a final obstacle emerges that could separate them forever.

If you like the strong heroines of Marie Benedict and Lisa Wingate, you’ll love Secrets to the Wind.

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