Bridging Realms: Exploring Identity, Belonging, and Divine Timing with YA Author Karen Grunst

Episode Show Notes Can be Found Here: https://cjmilacci.com/read-clean-ya-with-cj-podcast/ 

Links to Things Discussed in this Episode

Sacred Fire (affiliate link): 

Karen Grunst’s website: https://karengrunst.com

Karen Grunst on Instagram: @karengrunst

Karen Grunst Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/karengrunst.author 

Karen Grunst Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/22986556.Karen_Grunst

Verse CJ mentioned is 2 Corinthians 12:8-10

Summary

In this episode, CJ Milacci interviews author Karen Grunst about her Sacred Fire Saga. They discuss the unique world-building and characters in the series, as well as the themes of identity, belonging, and trusting God's timing. Karen shares her inspiration from national parks and the importance of the Bible in her writing. Listeners are encouraged to connect with Karen and explore her books.

Takeaways

• The Sacred Fire Saga explores themes of identity, belonging, and trusting God's timing.
• The series features unique world-building and characters, including a protagonist with a peacemaker gift.
• Inspiration can come from unexpected places, such as national parks and personal experiences.
• The Bible is a valuable source of wisdom and guidance for writers and readers alike.

Chapters

00:00

Introduction

02:05

The Sacred Fire Saga

03:15

Unique Gifting and World-building

04:24

Inspiration and Timing

07:19

Themes of Identity and Belonging

10:11

Favorite Characters and Character Growth

13:38

Themes of Timing and Trusting God

18:02

Themes of Community and Mentorship

19:49

Takeaways from Sacred Fire

22:34

Inspiration from National Parks

29:11

The Importance of the Bible

29:58

Connect with Karen Grunst

Wrapping things Up: from CJ

I hope you enjoyed listening in on this conversation with Karen Grunst. Karen is so sweet, and I loved getting to chat with her and know her better.

If you’re looking for an epic fantasy adventure, with deep themes, I think you’ll enjoy Karen’s Sacred Fire Saga. Since we recorded this episode, book two, The Fourth Scroll, released, so you can grab both books and enjoy the adventure.

Next Time on Read Clean YA with CJ

If you are part of my email list, you know that I have decided to make Read Clean YA with CJ a two episode a month podcast for the next few months. That means, you can expect new episodes on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month. I have more fun interviews with other wonderful young adult authors coming up, and I can’t wait for you to listen in. Next time, I’ll be talking with Karen Grunst, author of Sacred Fire. If you’re looking an exciting fantasy read, you’re going to enjoy this interview and the story.

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