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Send us Fan Mail Summary  In this episode of Book Worthy, Valerie interviews Laurie Christine, the author of the Dragon Slayer Bible series. Laurie discusses her passion for creating adventure-packed biblical fiction aimed at preteens, particularly boys. The conversation delves into the unique structure of her books, which combine storytelling with devotional elements, encouraging children to expl...

Send us Fan Mail  Summary  In this episode of Bookworthy, Valerie interviews award-winning author Trisha Goyer about her latest book, 'Wonders of the Ocean Realm.' They discuss the collaboration with marine biologist Sherry Sigelson, the importance of intertwining science and faith in children's literature, and how unique marine creatures can teach valuable life lessons. Trisha shar...

Send us Fan Mail Summary  Author Annette Whipple discusses her book 'Quirky Critter Devotions' and the inspiration behind it. She shares her favorite animals, including owls and fireflies, and highlights the unique characteristics of these creatures. Annette explains how her book aims to connect children with God's creations and foster curiosity and faith. She also discusses her Tru...

Send us Fan Mail Summary In this episode, author Megan Schaulis discusses her YA duology, The Susa Chronicles. Book One, Protector, is inspired by the book of Esther and follows the story of Novalice, a brave heroine who becomes the king's bodyguard. Book Two, Proclaimer, is set to release in April. Megan shares how her faith and personal experiences influenced the writing of the series, emph...

Send us Fan Mail Summary In this episode of the Bookworthy Podcast, host Valerie interviews author Candice Yamnitz about her latest YA novel, 'Untamed,' the second book in her Agatha C series. They discuss the themes of friendship, self-discovery, and the role of magic in the story. Candice shares her journey as a writer, her cultural influences, and the importance of representation in l...

Send us Fan Mail Summary  Mark L. Redmond discusses his middle grade book, The Adventures of the Box M Gang, and his inspiration for writing about the Old West. He shares his favorite required reading book as an English teacher and the challenges he faced in getting his books published. Mark's goal is to provide young readers with an accurate portrayal of the Old West and to show how God work...

Send us Fan Mail Summary In this episode, Valerie interviews author Courtney Siebring about her latest rhyming picture book, Everybody Wonderfully Made. The book takes a biblical worldview of gender and celebrates the diversity of bodies. Courtney discusses the importance of teaching children to love and appreciate their bodies and how the book provides a starting point for conversations about gen...

Send us Fan Mail Summary In this episode of the Bookworthy Podcast, Valerie Fentress interviews Michelle Lazurek, co-author of the book 'Who God Wants Me to Be.' They discuss the importance of helping children discover their calling and aligning it with God's plan for their lives. They explore the difference between choosing a career and knowing God, and how parents can encourage th...

Send us Fan Mail Summary In this episode of the Bookworthy Podcast, Valerie Fentress interviews Lori Z. Scott, the author of young adult suspense books. They discuss topics such as sports, writing, and the importance of incorporating faith into storytelling. Lori shares her journey of choosing the topic of sex trafficking for her book and the impact she hopes to make on teen readers. She also talk...

Send us Fan Mail Play it Again with Kylie Beevers Full Transcript can be found at www.valeriefentress.com/blog Summary In this episode of the Bookworthy Podcast, Valerie Fentress interviews Kylie Beavers, the author of the middle-grade fantasy adventure, Rise of the Living Wood. They discuss Kylie's background, living on a farm, and her connection with nature. They also explore the incorporat...

Send us Fan Mail Join Valerie Fentress as she chats with Courtney J. Strong and Illustrator Carissa J. Robertson about their children's Christmas Book, A Trail of Unexpected Gifts.   We talk Christmas traditions, family, and about the efforts of Vision Rescue in India   Find out more about Vision Rescue and the book on the links below. Vision Rescue - NGO For Underprivileged Child Education &...

Send us Fan Mail Play it Again with Valerie Ellis Full Transcript can be found at www.valeriefentress.com/blog Join Valerie Fentress as she chats with author Valerie Ellis about her children's book Share the Joy. We talk about when the Christmas Tree goes up and how to communicate joy to our kids without all the stuff of the season. Find out more about Valerie Ellis, her book, and resources t...

Send us Fan Mail Play it Again with Gayle Boss (Originally aired 12/23) Full Transcript can be found at www.valeriefentress.com/blog Summary  In this episode of the Bookworthy Podcast, Valerie Fentress interviews Gail Boss, the author of All Creation Waits. They discuss the importance of waiting and rest, the inspiration behind the book, and the power of nature in teaching us about God. Gail share...

Send us Fan Mail Play it Again with Sonia E. Amin ( reposted from 2/14/2024) Full Transcript available at www.valeriefentress.com/blog Join Valerie Fentress as she talks with Dr Sonia E. Amin about her children's picture book When Love Flows. We talk about our favorite children's books as well as Valentine's traditions in our home. Find out more about Sonia E. Amin on her website, a...

Send us Fan Mail Summary In this episode, Valerie interviews author Maria Antonia about her picture book, The Christmas Elephant, A Nativity Story. They discuss family Christmas traditions, sibling dynamics, and the inspiration behind the book. Maria shares her writing journey and the process of getting her book published. They also talk about their favorite books and what to expect from Maria&apo...

Send us Fan Mail Summary  In this episode of Bookworthy, Valerie interviews Becky Van Vleet, an award-winning multi-genre author, about her children's picture book, Angelina the Traveling Angel. The book follows Angelina, a magical Christmas tree topper, as she travels from home to home and questions her worth. Becky shares the inspiration behind the book, which is part of her traveling serie...

Send us Fan Mail Summary  In this episode, Valerie interviews Dominique Okonkwo, the author of the rhyming picture book 'No Greater Love.' They discuss Dominique's inspiration for the book, the challenges of explaining God's love to children, and the importance of faith-based stories for kids. Dominique also shares her writing journey and her plans for future books. Overall, th...

Send us Fan Mail Summary  Nancy Tupper-Ling discusses, Bless the Earth , which is a collection of poems for children to celebrate and care for the world, co-edited with bestselling anthologist, June Cotner. The book features a variety of poetry styles and beautiful illustrations. Ling explains that poetry comes in and out of fashion, but it is making a comeback, especially with the inclusion of fu...

Send us Fan Mail Summary  In this episode, Valerie interviews Rachael Hartzell, the author of the picture book series 'The Garden Scouts.' They discuss Rachael's favorite bugs and bug encounters, as well as the lessons we can learn from bugs.  Rachael shares the inspiration behind her book series and how she teaches the fruits of the spirit through her stories. They also talk about...

Send us Fan Mail Summary  In this episode of the Bookworthy Podcast, host Valerie interviews author Jennifer Bosma about her latest children's book, 'God is Three in One.' The conversation explores the inspiration behind the book, the challenges of explaining the Trinity to children, and the importance of faith-based literature. Jennifer shares her journey to becoming an author, her...

Send us Fan Mail Summary  In this episode, Healey Ikerd discusses her book, The Red Ball, and its inspiration. She shares the importance of faith and forgiveness in the story and how it teaches children valuable life lessons. Healey also talks about the impact of different lifestyles and the need for books on forgiveness. She shares her journey as an author and her upcoming projects. You can find...

Send us Fan Mail Summary Maryna Doughty tells us about her middle-grade book Sincerely Diary , which explores friendships and relationships in middle school. She shares her inspiration for the book, including her own experiences with betrayal and deception. Maryna also talks about the devotional resource accompanying the book, which covers topics such as self-acceptance, peer pressure, and forgive...

Send us Fan Mail Summary  Abbi Lee, author of Geocache Club, Ghost Town Treasure Hunt, discusses her book and the concept of geocaching. Geocaching is a modern-day treasure-hunting activity where participants hide and find containers, called geocaches, using GPS coordinates. Abbi shares her personal experiences with geocaching and explains the different types of geocaches. She also talks about the...

Send us Fan Mail Summary In this episode of Bookworthy, Valerie interviews Amanda Cleary Eastep, author of the Tree Street Kids series. Amanda shares her inspiration for her recent trip to India and how it influenced her writing. She discusses the fifth book in the series, The Beastie of Brambly Bald, and the themes of family dynamics and curiosity that are explored. Amanda also talks about engagi...

Send us Fan Mail Summary  Carolyn Leiloglou discusses her middle-grade series, The Restorationists, and the inspiration behind it. The series takes place in a world where art is powerful and paintings are portals. The first book, Beneath This Rolling Sky, follows Vincent as he discovers his family's role as Restorationists and tries to protect his sister. The second book, Between Flowers and...