Interview with Ann Swindell: Love in the Castle Library, Father Wounds, and Faith-Filled Romance

Interview with Ann Swindell: Love in the Castle Library, Father Wounds, and Faith-Filled Romance

30:26 Nov 22, 2025
About this episode
In this heartfelt episode, Kelly chats with Ann Swindell—author, teacher, and lover of Earl Grey—about her newest novel, Love in the Castle Library. Known for crafting stories that point to Christ’s presence in everyday life, Ann opens up about her transition from nonfiction to fiction, her passion for equipping Christian writers through Writing with Grace, and the deeply spiritual themes woven into her latest romantic tale. With a fake-dating twist, a castle garden setting, and a heroine learning to see God as her true Father, this story offers both swoon-worthy moments and soul-deep truths. Listen to the episode here. Meet Ann Swindell ANN SWINDELL writes stories that point to Christ’s presence in our day-to-day lives and the hope He brings to our hearts. She is the author of multiple books and the owner of Writing with Grace, where she teaches Christ-centered writing classes for women. Ann lives in West Michigan, and she enjoys adventuring with her family…usually with a cup of Earl Grey tea in hand. Visit her website here Follow Ann Facebook
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