Written in Secret Interviews
BookTalk with Cara Putman
Today it’s a delight to have my friend Crystal Caudill back on Book Talk. The last time I saw her was at the Christy Award Ceremony in November when we were both finalists in the Short Form category for our novellas in We Three Kings, the collection we wrote along with Angela Strong for Kregel. It was such fun celebrating with her when she won! Today we are talking about her latest novel Written in Secret, a romantic mystery set in the Gilded Age. This novel is a hoot with plenty of fun moments and intrigue. The balance is really impeccable. I also think you’ll enjoy our conversation about how this story grew out of a sentence in another book. It really is a madcap adventure in some ways. Enjoy the journey and the fun!
Madlit Musings with Jaime Jo Wright
A conversation worth eavesdropping on! Jaime Wright chats with author Crystal Caudill about her latest book, ‘Written in Secret,’ set in the Gilded Age of Cincinnati. With a unique plot involving a heroine who writes crime novels under a pseudonym, the historical context of corruption in the police force, and the dynamics between the characters, this is a don’t miss. PLUS! Crystal shares insights into her writing process, the role of faith in her stories, and her plans for future works featuring her characters.
We Three King Interviews
BookTalk with Cara Putman
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to write in a novella collection when the authors intentionally connect the stories closely? That’s exactly what Crystal Caudill, Angela Strong, and I did for our collection We Three Kings which releases in September 2023. In this episode of Book Talk, we talk about how we got the ideas for our novellas, how they are connected, and what we incorporated into the stories. It was a real joy to write with Crystal and Angela, and you’ll enjoy meeting them and learning more about their books. Of course, we also talk about writing too. Since we all right different genres and time periods, it’s fun to compare notes on how we do what we do. I hope you enjoy this edition of Book Talk!
Hidden Hearts of the Gilded Age Series Interviews
MadLit Musing with Jaime Jo Wright
Join your Madlit Musings host, Jaime Jo Wright in this bonus episode, as she chats with Crystal Caudill of Kregel Publishing about her trilogy of historical suspense as well as the story behind the story that includes hopeful endings, jerkface heroes, and can our past define us forever?
LiteraryScape – Crystal Caudill
Did you know the Secret Service cases in Crystal’s book are real? We loved connecting with author Crystal Caudill! She has such a passion for her writing and the research she completed for her Hidden Hearts of the Gilded Age series. In this episode you will get the behind the scenes look at this book series that will have you hooked, and hog tied!
Counterfeit Faith Interviews
Historical Fiction Talk with Liz Tolsma
Crystal Caudill returns to the podcast this week to chat with us about her new book, Counterfeit Faith. We talk about whether she likes to write heroes or villains more, how she researched Philadelphia in Victorian times, and what board games she likes to play with her family. Patrons get to hear the bonus question about how she names her characters.
LiteraryScape – Devoted Flirt (Review)
Today I am bringing you the third book in Crystal Caudill’s Hidden Hearts of the Gilded Age series(affiliate link). We had Crystal on the show back in March where we discussed the prequel and first two books in this series. I have to say, Crystal ups the game each time she writes a book. I cannot wait to read her future books! Now let’s dig into Counterfeit Faith!
Counterfeit Hope Interviews
LiteraryScape – Nail Biting (Review)
Crystal Caudill takes her readers on a nail-biting adventure with her newest addition to the Hidden Hearts of the Gilded Age series, Counterfeit Hope. If you enjoy books filled with danger, adventure, nail biting scenes, and romance you’ll get it all in Counterfeit Hope! Not to mention you’ll be rooting for the underdog up to the very end!
BookTalk with Cara Putman
It’s always fun to introduce you to new authors, and Crystal Caudill is an author who’s second and third books release this spring. She’s also a coauthor with me on a novella collection that releases later this fall. It’s been such fun to get to know her through writing together, and it was fun to talk with her about her books Counterfeit Hope and Counterfeit Love. Crystal writes deeply atmospheric novels that are set during the Gilded Age with the Secret Service. She is a detailed researcher and it comes out in the way readers are immersed in the time period and career. I had such fun talking games and writing process with her and think you’ll really enjoy getting to know Crystal!
Counterfeit Love Interviews
Historical Fiction:Unpacked with Alison Treat – Trusting God No Matter What
Today I’m sharing a conversation with debut author Crystal Caudill. Crystal and I met last year when we both decided to join Kimberly Duffy’s Bible Recap group. Crystal’s debut novel, Counterfeit Love, releases next Tuesday, so we talk about where she got the idea for her novel, what kind of research she did, and how she became a writer even though she didn’t really want to. Crystal LOVES to talk about the Secret Service (which features in her novel), and she knows more about this organization that anyone I’ve encountered before!
LiteraryScapes – Compromises (Review)
Crystal Caudill’s debut novel is sure to have you hooked and hog tied from beginning to end. The mystery, adventure, and romance will keep the pages flying through your fingers.
Podcast
Christian Historical Talk with Liz Tolsma
Because Fiction with Chautona Havig
This week, I got to chat with a wonderful debut author, Crystal Caudill. The first of the three-book series, Hidden Hearts of the Gilded Age, releases on March 22, 2022, and oh wow! I got my copy early (don’t ask me how, but it arrived the other day!) and it’s STUNNING.
Caudill takes readers into the Gilded Age and introduces us to Secret Service Agents who are out to stop counterfeiting! A true history aficionado, this author not only writes historical fiction, but it’s also her favorite read, too!
Counterfeit Truth Interviews
LiteraryScapes – Life or Truth (Review)
Debut author Crystal Caudill draws her readers in with this action packed, mysterious novella. Counterfeit Truth will have you hooked, and hog tied from the nail-biting opening scene to the celebration of love at the end.