Interview with Kelly Fernlake: Clean Romantasy, Bodyguard Romance, and the Power of Second Chances

Interview with Kelly Fernlake: Clean Romantasy, Bodyguard Romance, and the Power of Second Chances

38:59 Aug 15, 2025
About this episode
In this episode of The Christian Romance Podcast, we welcome author Kelly Fernlake, whose new release Lady of Shadows (Book 3 in the Blood of Kings Legend series with Sunrise Publishing) blends clean romantasy, heartfelt redemption, and swoony forbidden love. Kelly shares her writing journey (14 years in the making) and how God’s timing, community, and a passion for clean storytelling led her to this beautiful co-written project with Jill Williamson. We dive deep into the themes of faith, protection, and second chances, explore the world of Arretts, and fall head over heels for Lady Tara and her fiercely loyal bodyguard, Carmack. Kelly also shares the Bible verse that has guided her entire writing path and what it means to co-create stories that point readers to Jesus—whether subtly or overtly. If you’re craving a faith-filled romance with fantasy flair, noble themes, and characters you can root for, you won’t want to miss this chat! Listen to the episode here. Meet Kelly Fernlake Kelly Fernlake crafts sweet, no-spice romantasy novels infused with Christian themes, weaving talesof love, adventure, and timeless truth. A former attorney turned stay-at-home mom, she hailsfrom a tiny town in North Dakota and now resides in Florida, where she and her husband will soonembrace the bittersweetness of an empty nest. When Kelly’s not writing, you’ll find her on her backpatio, with a dog on her lap and a book in hand, savoring dark chocolate and watching the sunsetover the lake. A lover of classic old movies, hockey, and travel, especially to castle-dotted landscapes,she brings her passion for storytelling and her journey of faith to every page. Kelly Fernlakes’ Website Follow Kelly Fernlake
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