A Spot of Story

Episode 9 | Echoes through History: The Real History Behind His Boss’s Little Sister

Every story begins with truth. In this Echoes through History episode, I uncover the real events that inspired my novella His Boss’s Little Sister. Set in 1931 Wisconsin, the book grew out of research into Depression-era economics, dairy politics, and the unexpected crime of margarine smuggling. These fragments of real history shaped the world, tone, and tension that bring the story to life. Join me as we look at how fact becomes fiction—and how a little butter war helped build a fairytale. ✨ Read the show notes and join my Fireside News at: https://daniellegrandinetti.com/post/episode-9-the-real-history-behind-his-bosss-little-sister/ [https://daniellegrandinetti.com/post/episode-9-the-real-history-behind-his-bosss-little-sister/]

Episode 8 | Behind the Book: A Heart to Treasure with Dienece Darling

In this Behind the Book episode, I’m joined by author Dienece Darling to talk about her Broader Regency novella, A Heart to Treasure. The vicar’s son and the draper’s daughter have fought against all odds to be together—but when a storm of pride and doubt threatens their love, they must rediscover what it means to trust God and each other. We explore Dienece’s inspiration for writing beyond the ballroom, crafting stories of faith and honesty, and imagining the world of Jane Austen’s youth—England at the cusp of change, where class and conviction collide. ✨ Read the show notes and join my Fireside News at: https://daniellegrandinetti.com/post/episode-8-a-heart-to-treasure-dienece-darling

Episode 7 | Echoes through History: Why I Write 1930s Historical Romance

Why the 1930s? This decade sits at the heart of my stories — a time of courage, resilience, and quiet hope. In this Echoes through History episode, I share what draws me to write 1930s historical romance: the tension between hardship and faith, prejudice and belonging, mystery and redemption. Discover how the echoes of this era continue to shape my characters and their journeys toward love and hope. ✨ Read the show notes and join my Fireside News at: https://daniellegrandinetti.com/post/episode-7-why-i-write-1930s-historical-romance

Episode 6 | Behind the Book: Meringue Melody with Lori Soard

Step into the seaside tea room of the 1920s with author Lori Soard as we go Behind the Book of Meringue Melody. A retelling of The Little Mermaid set against the backdrop of Portland, Maine, this Apron Strings Tea Tales novel blends faith, music, and hope in the midst of family expectations and daring choices. Listen in to discover how Lori wove together a touch of fairy tale, a spoonful of history, and a teacup of hope. ✨ Read the show notes and join my Fireside News at: https://daniellegrandinetti.com/post/episode-6-meringue-melody-lori-soard/ [https://daniellegrandinetti.com/post/episode-6-meringue-melody-lori-soard/]

Episode 5 | Echoes of History: 1933, the Year the World Shifted

Welcome to A Spot of Story! In Episode 5 of Echoes of History, we step into 1933 — the year Germany changed course and the world shifted with it. It was a year of turning points: rising fear, new laws that endangered children, and the first quiet acts of courage that foreshadowed the rescues to come. Show Notes: https://daniellegrandinetti.com/post/episode-5-echoes-of-history-1933-the-year-the-world-shifted/