Author Interview - Julia David - historical romance

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About the Book

Book: Securing Charity

Author: Julia David

Genre: Inspirational Historical Romance

Release date: October 17, 2022

Has God and all that is good truly abandoned her?
After a fearless Swedish man intervenes to save her from a brutal attack, Charity Baldzo, a Roma beauty with a hidden disability and a lineage shrouded in mystery, escapes to her mother’s farm. But as she grapples with her past and the scars it left, will she ever find the safety she desperately seeks?

Ari Johansson’s world spirals into chaos after his act of bravery turns to tragedy. The vengeful hand of the man who assaulted Charity strikes back, slaughtering his sheep as retribution. Now, Ari’s brother languishes in prison for a crime he didn’t commit, and flames devour his home and barn, leaving him with nothing but a future of despair. The only glimmer of hope is Charity, who now cares for his young nephew, Soren.

As desperation mounts, Ari is reluctant to lean on the fierce Roma women. But when Charity’s mother proposes an unexpected deal—one he should refuse—he’s faced with an impossible choice. Could marrying the beautiful Charity and securing the neighboring land be the key to ensuring Soren’s safety and freeing his brother?
Attraction sparks between them, but can their disparate worlds coexist? Can they navigate their differences and build a future together?

PG- A clean and swoon-worthy historical romance with deep veins of grace, courage, and heart-hugging acceptance. Curl up and escape to a happy ending.

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About the Author – Julia David

Julia David is an Amazon #1 ranked romance author, serial DIY’er, and certified life coach. Addicted to Hallmark movies and baking, she believes it’s crucial to have some predictable things in life. Her tagline, ‘Escape to an Era Where True Love Prevails’, was from her own reason for reading stacks of books.
Married and a mother to five, she also loves to camp and hike around the Pacific Northwest.

Author Interview with Julia David

When did you first know you wanted to be an author?

I first wrote a story in second grade, but my mistake was using my classmates as characters. I’ll never forget someone tearing my paper apart. After that, it took another 20 years before I considered writing again. It’s funny how life can circle back, but I’m glad it did!

Most of my 15 books were written while I worked for the high school district, overseeing the Pregnant and Parenting Teen program. When student attendance was low, (like not come in all day) I found myself creating characters and plots. Fortunately, I had summers off, which gave me long, uninterrupted days to focus on writing.

How does your faith play out in your writing?

One of the most surprising things I’ve learned in my writing journey is how much the Lord has inspired the plots and characters. I pray for His guidance and inspiration, and time and again, He’s been faithful to provide. It’s humbling to see how stories unfold—much like how Jesus used stories to teach and connect with others. I truly believe my creativity is a gift from Him, and He downloads ideas in the most unexpected ways.

As a former K-12 school librarian(and since this blog is geared toward school librarians) I have to ask – what is your favorite children’s book?

In high school I read The Last of the Mohicans. Romance, adventure, early American history…so great.

Young Author’s Days were an important part of my work as a school librarian. What advice would you give to a child or teen who wants to be a writer?

My advice for any aspiring writer is simple: keep writing—every day if possible. I journaled for 15 years before I ever considered writing fiction, and it never occurred to me that writing could be a gift (thank you 2^nd grade) I possessed. The key is to keep practicing and honing your craft. You never know where it might lead!

Thank you for joining us today. My readers and I enjoy these sneak peaks into the person behind the book.

More from Julia David

Fun fact: My daughter’s dear friend is a talented photographer who was born missing half of her left arm. Her agility and confidence are truly inspiring, and she served as a major inspiration for our heroine, Charity.”

My favorite part of being an indie author is witnessing how God provides the perfect cover models just when I need them. Each of my books features amazing ladies (and gentlemen) from my Northern California area, and I absolutely love creating the costumes myself.

Below are photos of our heroine, Charity, showcasing costumes that are largely sourced from Goodwill. I truly enjoy the creative process!

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