Welcome to A Spot of Story Podcast
with host and 1930s historical romance author Danielle Grandinetti.
Join award-winning 1930s historical romance author Danielle Grandinetti as she chats with fellow authors, explores the rich culture of the 1930s, and shares about the craft of writing. Welcome to A Spot of Story.
Latest Episodes & Show Notes
A Spot of Story Episode 10 | Echoes of History: Girl Stunt Reporters
In this episode of A Spot of Story, we travel back to the 1880s to explore the courageous world of "Girl Stunt Reporters." From Nellie Bly to Chicago’s own Nel Nelson, discover how these undercover pioneers risked everything to expose the truth and inspire reform.
A Spot of Story Episode 9 | Echoes through History: The Real History Behind His Boss’s Little Sister
In this Echoes through History episode, I share the real Wisconsin history that inspired my novella His Boss’s Little Sister. Set in 1931, the story draws from Depression-era economics, dairy laws, and the unexpected crime of margarine smuggling—revealing how real events shaped the fiction’s fairytale mystery.
A Spot of Story Episode 8 | Behind the Book: A Heart to Treasure with Dienece Darling
In this Behind the Book episode, author Dienece Darling joins me to discuss A Heart to Treasure, a Broader Regency novella of faith, class divides, and love tested by truth. We talk about hope, humility, and the storms that reveal what love is made of.
A Spot of Story Episode 7 | Echoes through History: Why I Write 1930s Historical Romance
In this episode of A Spot of Story, I share why the 1930s hold such a powerful pull on my imagination. From the lingering shadows of the Great Depression to the quiet courage of ordinary people, discover how this decade shapes my stories of history, mystery, and hope.
A Spot of Story Episode 6 | Behind the Book: Meringue Melody with Lori Soard
In this episode of A Spot of Story, I chat with author Lori Soard about Meringue Melody, her 1920s historical romance inspired by The Little Mermaid. From seaside hymns to second chances, discover how faith, music, and a Maine tea room shape Melody Harper’s journey of hope and belonging.
A Spot of Story 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…
A Spot of Story Episode 4 | Behind the Book: The Sweetheart Deal by Lenora Worth
Today on A Spot of Story: Beyond the Book — Lenora Worth shares about The Sweetheart Deal.
A Spot of Story Episode 3 | Crafting the Tale: Creating a Writing Life by Jill Kemerer | A Spot of Story
Today on A Spot of Story: Crafting the Tale, I’m joined by Jill Kemerer to talk about her new book Creating a Writing Life.
A Spot of Story Episode 2 | Echoes of History | The Loch Ness Monster
Exploring the history behind the Loch Ness Monster
A Spot of Story Episode 1 | Behind the Book | The Lady’s Companion by Anna Jensen
Behind the Book with Anna Jensen and The Lady’s Companion
Podcast Schedule
Set your dial to A Spot of Story, where books, history, and the writing life come alive over a steaming cup of tea.
Each month, join author Danielle Grandinetti for these recurring series:
Beyond the Book – In-depth conversations with fellow authors, sharing their tales, inspirations, and the craft behind the stories (20–30 minutes the 1st Saturday of the month).
Echoes of History – Quick journeys into the real history behind the stories, settings, and characters in my novels (8-10 minutes the 3rd Saturday of the month).
Whether you’re here for author insights, quick history tales, or a glimpse into the creative process, A Spot of Story invites you to slow down, listen, and enjoy a cup of tea.
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A Spot of Story is free to listen, and always will be. If you’d like to support the show, you can “buy me a tea,” which is my cozy name for the Buy Me a Coffee program. It’s a safe, simple way to give a one-time tip or set up a monthly contribution, helping to me keep sharing interviews, history posts, and reflections with you
Enjoying the Podcast? Buy me a Tea!
A Spot of Story is free to listen, and always will be. If you’d like to support the show, you can “buy me a tea,” which is my cozy name for the Buy Me a Coffee program. It’s a safe, simple way to give a one-time tip or set up a monthly contribution, helping to me keep sharing interviews, history posts, and reflections with you
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