No Teasing~Megan Besing is Releasing!

 Hello, my diligent readers! Happy November, I'm interviewing my real-life author daughter this week—April Fools! BUT, only one thing in that last sentence is false. I'll let you figure out which one. ;) But I'll tell you one thing that not trickery. A new book release! Let's dive right in with author Megan Besing.     

  

Tell us the type of fiction you write, and is there a secret genre you wished you could write in?

Well, my upcoming April 3rd release, Falling into Love, part of the collection Hometown Second Chances, is a sweet Christian Romantic Adventure, which means it’s a little less on the suspense side of things. But I do have three full romantic suspense books, too. Technically I also have two published Historical Romances as well. And my Contemporary Romance will be releasing later this year. So, I think I’m keeping pretty busy with just those genres at the moment, but I’m ready for whatever the future may hold. 😊

What area of the country has most influenced you in your life? Rural? City? North? South? Midwest? East? West?

Since my husband was in the army when we first got marry, we’ve had the opportunity to live in a variety of places, but the small-town, rural area is my favorite. Which is probably why most of my stories are set there.

Fantasy house choice: cottage by a lake, Victorian with a sweeping lawn, cabin in the woods, or a bungalow by the sea?

I think my answer is even going to surprise me because I love the ocean; however, I’m going to go with the cottage by a lake. Usually, being by a sea doesn’t mean I’ll get all the seasons, and despite complaining how cold it can get, I do enjoy a bit of snow. Plus, my hair’s volume really doesn’t need to be too close to the sea on a full time bases.

Favorite snacks while rattling the keys to create a new story? Chocolate? Chips? Kale? Other?

Chips are often on my writing desk, along with Chex mix or Cheese-its. It really depends on what drink—water, soda, tea, or even coffee—I have to pair my snack with.

What led you to writing and is it the only work you do throughout the day?

After I finally fell in love with fiction reading, I once read a book that made fun of God, and then I woke up the next day deciding that I would write a book. One that I would want to read and that also honored God. I think it helped that my mom was an author, which gave me the courage to try writing. Currently, my day-to-day job is teaching 6-8th graders at a small Christian School.

Favorite Season and why.

Another hard one, and today I’m going to say summer because I have more free time to write during that season.

Tell us how the anthology, Hometown Second Chances came together.

My suspense writing mentor Lisa Phillips and Two Dogs Publishing organized it. My fellow authors in the Hometown Second Chances collection: Tabitha Bouldin, Andrea Christenson, Rebecca Reed, and myself just had to come up with a light suspense book, and I think we have a variety of stories that will keep readers entertained.

Where is your story Falling into Love set and how did you come up with the premise of the plot?

Years old, I had written a novella that had finaled in ACFW’s Genesis contest, and I had always loved that story, especially the jumping out of the airplane scene; how it revolved around a wedding, and the enemies-to-loves trope. But I knew I wanted to change it up and add some suspense and mystery to it. Plus, I’ve always been fascinated by the idea of the bridesmaid for hire concept, so I added that to my heroine’s job description, and I think you’re going to really enjoy it. I also set Liz and Asher’s happily ever after in my home state—just in imaginary towns. So, it’s an old story molded into the book that now is Falling into Love, which is the first book in the Hometown Second Chances collection.

So tell us—we have to know—does Liz the wedding planner really jump out of a plane?

Yes, and it was for sure not her idea, but she was ready to do anything to save her bridesmaid for hire business. But, there are some major hiccups involved, and yet I think if you’d ask Liz at the end of the book if it was all worth it, and I believe she’d say one hundred percent yes. Though, she may not want to jump again anytime soon.

Is there any way you can give us a peek as to why Liz’s main love interest Asher Chase is the family’s sworn enemy?

Hmmm, I don’t want to give too much away. However, Asher and Liz’s step sister dated for a brief time in the past. And there are of course two sides to every breakup, and I promise Asher is cheer worthy when the truth unfolds throughout the book.

Give us 5 things about Megan Besing that have nothing to do with writing.

1.            I go mushroom hunting every Spring, but don’t like to eat morels.

2.            I went surfing for the first time last month.

3.            I really like carbs, especially potatoes.

4.            I play the piano.

5.            My favorite Bible verse is Proverbs 3:5.

Hometown Second Chances comes out April 3rd. Which direction are you heading now in terms of writing? 

After Hometown Second Chances releases in a few days, my next novel: Redeeming the Bull Rider comes out December 29, 2026 from Love Inspired. That story is about a washed-up bull rider who has to become a nanny. It has some super cute kids in it and, of course, a cheer-worthy hero and heroine. But until you can read that story, here is the blurb for Falling Into Love.

Wow! You are one busy author! In case you were wondering, here's Falling into Love's blurb to whet your appetite for an amazing read:

When a last-ditch marketing plan sends her the perfect bride-to-be client, Liz Skye is literally willing to jump out of a perfectly good airplane to save her company. Even if that means being tethered to veteran Asher Chase, her family’s only enemy. However, when danger strikes, wedding bells won’t be in anyone’s future if they can’t stop the person set on revenge. But can Liz depend on Asher, who won’t leave her side, or does he have an agenda of his own? With her life and company on the line—the ultimate cost may just be her heart.

Thanks, Megan! You can win a copy of Megan's latest book, Falling into Love by leaving a comment or your info on the contact form. But in case you're looking for more details about this new release, keep reading! You can pre-order today.

Bio:

Megan Besing is a PW's Bestselling Author. Winner of the Selah Award, a 2x finalist in the Carols, and a HOLT Medallion finalist, Megan lives in a pocket-size Indiana town, where she's always planning a road trip. Yet, her favorite place may just be on her front porch drinking tea. Connect with Megan at www.meganbesing.com.

Find Megan Besing here:

Newsletter signup: https://www.meganbesing.com/newsletter

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meganbesing/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MeganBesingWriter

Book Bub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/megan-besing

Dear Readers, 

Welcome to 2026 (this is my first post of the year)! My first guest of the year is an author friend I made through my previous publisher (now out of business). We messaged and then met Carolina Christian Conference in Spartanburg, South Carolina. It's been several years and supporting one another is lovely! So, please join me in welcoming, Colleen Hall.

Introduce yourself—name, where you’re from, and something people notice when they meet you.

Hi! I’m Colleen Hall, and I grew up in New England. In college, I met and married a South Carolina guy, so now I live in the South. I think one of the first things people notice about me is my red hair. I’ve been referred to as “that redhead.” I’ve also been called just “Red.”

Tell us about your book—title and back cover blurb? The title of my latest book is Beloved Enemy. The idea for this book came from some family history. One of my Maine ancestors fought in the Civil War. While he was in the South, he struck up a friendship with a Southern lady. After the war, they maintained a correspondence. My creative brain took that germ of an idea and turned it into a full-fledged romance. A story centered around the forbidden love of two people on different sides of a war has so much possibility for conflict and heartbreak. I just had to write this story!

 

Back-Cover Blurb: “What happens when love and duty collide? When two people in love are on different sides of a war? In an era when honor matters more than life, and duty counts more than love, Booth Slade and Serena Boyd meet and fall in love. He’s a wealthy New England industrialist. She’s a genteel daughter of the South, the young widow of an autocratic banker. When Serena’s reputation is accidentally compromised, Booth proposes a plan to restore her respectability. They embark on a sham engagement, and what begins as feigned affection develops into genuine love. Yet Serena’s deceased husband’s last will and testament casts a dark cloud over their future. When the Civil War declares them to be enemies, the politics, danger, and hardship of the times engulf them. Tangled loyalties test their love. Subterfuge draws them into the secret service’s web. Will Serena make the difficult choice that will betray her beloved homeland to save the man she loves? Beloved Enemy is a standalone Civil War romance. If you love fake relationships, second chances, feisty heroines, and wartime romance, you’ll enjoy this historical love story with a dash of intrigue thrown in.”

Share an excerpt? March, 1865 Richmond, VA Cory laid the hairbrush on the marble-topped vanity after she’d arranged Serena’s hair into its daytime chignon. When someone pounded on the apartment door, their gazes met in the mirror. A visitor at this early hour could only mean trouble. Serena surged from the vanity bench and wheeled toward the chamber door, her pulse jagged. Cory thrust out a hand. “I’ll see who’s callin’.” She shuffled toward the hallway. With her hands fisted against her chin, Serena waited in the center of the room. Something had to be amiss. When Cory returned clutching a folded scrap of paper, a frown pulled her brows together. “Miz Van Lew’s servant brung this note.” Serena snatched the missive and fumbled open the paper. The words scrawled across the page in a feminine hand leaped at her. Your husband entered Richmond two days ago. I regret to inform you that last night as he attempted to leave, he was arrested by General Winder’s police and incarcerated at Libby Prison. His trial has been set for this afternoon, but rumor says he’s to hang at dawn. EVL. Booth? In Richmond? The words on the page blurred, and the room swam in a dizzied fog. A buzzing like a swarm of bees filled her ears. Her vision darkened. Her legs wobbled. Cory wrapped an arm around her and supported her to the chaise lounge. “Put your head betwixt your knees, Miz Serena.” She pushed Serena’s head down. With her head on her knees, Serena closed her eyes and took deep breaths. When the world steadied, she sat up and peered at her maid. “Miss Van Lew says Booth has been captured and jailed in Libby Prison.” She gulped before she could continue. “He’s to hang at dawn.” Her husband had been sentenced to a felon’s death by hanging and not given the dignity of execution by firing squad as befitted an officer. She clamped her lips against the scream that threatened to erupt. A single tear trembled on her lashes and slid down her cheek. Serena swiped away the moisture and straightened her spine. She refused to weep. “I’ve got to do something. I can’t sit here and let Booth die.”

Ask a quirky question or two? I always like to engage the readers. :) Have you had an unusual pet or animal? Please let me know! (My most unusual pet was a ferret named Teaspoon.)

Share your social media and buy links! Newsletter: https://forms.wix.com/r/7181092663729324913 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ColleenHallRomance Website: https://www.colleenhallromance.com/ Buy link: https://www.amazon.com/Beloved-Enemy-Colleen-Hall/dp/1965649211?crid=2DETVB41MXFRD&dib