The Christian Readers Podcast

Author Interview with Cathryn deVries (Son of Osivirius)

Fellow Christian author Cathryn deVries joined me to discuss her debut novella Son of Osivirius (reviewed in episode 18), how faith plays a role in her writing, and the differences between romantic fantasy, fantasy romance, and romantasy.  Son of Osivirius comes out of Kindle Unlimited on May 17th. Connect with Cathryn: * https://eclectaperennial.com/ [https://eclectaperennial.com/]  * https://www.instagram.com/_eclecta_perennial_books/ [https://www.instagram.com/_eclecta_perennial_books/] Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2529164/fan_mail/new] What to do next: * Read The Chronicles of Talahm starting with Book 1: Mark of Stars [https://www.curios.com/creators/colleenmitchellwrites-2RR1Z1]

Book Review: Son of Osivirius

Book review for Son of Osivirius, by Cathryn deVries. Three words: giant flying cats. A clean dystopian romantic science fantasy action adventure, Son of Osivirius shows the clash between control and harmony on a planet where continued "upward growth and prosperity" comes at the cost of balance with nature. Visit the author's website: https://eclectaperennial.com/ [https://eclectaperennial.com/] Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2529164/fan_mail/new] What to do next: * Read The Chronicles of Talahm starting with Book 1: Mark of Stars [https://www.curios.com/creators/colleenmitchellwrites-2RR1Z1]

Book Review: Look Before You Leprechaun

Book review for Look Before You Leprechaun, by Jacqueline Mathias. Full of magical realism, this is a whimsical young adult story about a human teenager saddled with the title of "leprechaun" and his attempts to get rid of it.  Visit the author's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacquelinewritesbooks/ [https://www.instagram.com/jacquelinewritesbooks/]  Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2529164/fan_mail/new] What to do next: * Read The Chronicles of Talahm starting with Book 1: Mark of Stars [https://www.curios.com/creators/colleenmitchellwrites-2RR1Z1]

What I’m Reading and Current TBR

Here's what I'm reading and what's next on my TBR as of March 2026... My priority this year is reading more novels that I can review for the pod :) Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2529164/fan_mail/new] What to do next: * Read The Chronicles of Talahm starting with Book 1: Mark of Stars [https://www.curios.com/creators/colleenmitchellwrites-2RR1Z1]

Is it Okay for Christians to Read Harry Potter?

Harry Potter has caused controversy in the Christian community for almost three decades, but why? This deep dive is based on my own experience as a reader and accompanied by research done by Marian A. Jacobs in On Magic & Miracles: A Theological Guide to Discerning Fictional Magic, reviewed in episode 14. This episode is for anyone who has worried that the Harry Potter series might lead them or their children into occult practices. Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2529164/fan_mail/new] What to do next: * Read The Chronicles of Talahm starting with Book 1: Mark of Stars [https://www.curios.com/creators/colleenmitchellwrites-2RR1Z1]