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Summary
In this episode of Bookworthy, Valerie interviews Jarm Del Boccio about her award-winning middle-grade novel, The Heart Changer. Jarm shares the inspiration behind the book and her desire to help kids explore forgiveness and compassion through biblical and historical fiction. They discuss the importance of middle-grade fiction and the impact it can have on young readers. Yarm also talks about her writing journey and future projects. The episode concludes with information on where to find Jarm and her books.
Takeaways
The Heart Changer is a middle-grade novel that explores forgiveness and compassion through biblical and historical fiction.
Middle-grade fiction is important because it allows young readers to relate to characters who face similar struggles and encourages them to trust in God's plan for their lives.
Jarm Del Boccio's writing journey began with a love for communication and a desire to encourage and inspire others.
Yarm's future projects include a mystery set at the World Columbian Exposition of 1893 and a nonfiction book on aging.
To learn more about Yarm and her books, visit her website at yarmdelboccio.com.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to The Heart Changer
02:06 The Inspiration Behind The Heart Changer
05:45 Writing Middle-Grade Fiction
09:08 Takeaways from The Heart Changer
13:16 The Importance of Middle-Grade Fiction
17:51 Yarm's Writing Journey
20:05 Favorite Books and Future Projects
23:57 Where to Find Yarm and Her Books
24:09 Conclusion
JARM DEL BOCCIO, AUTHOR - The Heart Changer
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In this conversation, Valerie Fentress interviews author Jared Michaud about his YA science fiction novel, Bright Star. They discuss the inspiration behind the book, the representation of autism in the main character, and the use of science fiction to communicate truths about God. Jared also explains the concept of Energemetra 6, the energy force in the book's universe. He shares his favorite impactful books and discusses his future plans for the series. Listeners are directed to the E6Universe.com website for more information.
Takeaways
Science fiction can be a powerful tool to communicate truths about God to teens and young adults.
Representation of diverse characters, such as those with autism, can help readers connect and empathize with the struggles of others.
The concept of Energemetra 6 in Bright Star serves as a force of nature rather than a mystical power, highlighting God's ultimate power and the importance of relationships and character.
Books have the power to impact and change lives, and different books can be impactful during different seasons of life.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Bright Star and the Author
02:00 Inspiration to Write Science Fiction
04:19 Fascination with Space and God's Creation
06:12 Using Science Fiction to Communicate Truths about God
12:25 Representation of Autism in the Main Character
20:32 The Concept of Energemetra 6
26:05 Impactful Books and the Power of Story
29:38 Future Plans and Related Books
33:11 Where to Find More Information
About - Jared N Michaud
Amazon.com: Brightstar: Energematrice6 – The Epimyth Begins: 9781636982687: Michaud, Jared N.: BooksSend us a Text Message.
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Summary
Dr. Ann Worth discusses her three-book series, Tessie's Tears, which addresses difficult topics for children. The inspiration for the series came during the pandemic when Dr. Worth realized the need to help children process the hard things happening in the world. Her counseling background influenced the books, guiding for parents to help their children navigate these topics. The books cover themes of loss, friendship, and the love of animals, while also incorporating salvation and faith. Dr. Worth shares her journey into counseling and her late-in-life conversion to Christianity. She also mentions her favorite books and her plans for future books.
Takeaways
Dr. Ann Worth's Tessie's Tears series addresses difficult topics for children and provides guidance for parents to help their children navigate these issues.
The books cover themes of loss, friendship, and the love of animals, while also incorporating salvation and faith.
Dr. Worth's counseling background influenced the books, allowing her to provide valuable insights and support for parents.
Her journey into counseling and her late-in-life conversion to Christianity have shaped her writing and her desire to help others.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:21 The Inspiration Behind the Tessie Series
03:32 The Influence of Counseling Background
06:05 The Third Book: A Story About a Rescue Puppy
11:23 The Messages in the Books
15:41 Dr. Ann Worth's Journey into Counseling
18:18 Dr. Ann Worth's Journey to Faith
21:11 Favorite Books and the Passion Translation
23:31 Future Books and Themes
25:10 Where to Find Dr. Ann Worth's Books
26:27 Conclusion
Amazon.com: Tessie's Tears: Grampy Goes to Heaven: 9781955668095: Worth, Dr. Anne, Inertia, Aljon, Inertia, Nova: Books
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Summary
Barb Seregi discusses her book series, Army of God, and specifically focuses on book three, Tommy and the Good News Shoes. The conversation explores the inspiration behind the series, the main message of the book, and the impact of the armor of God. Barb also shares her favorite books and the power of storytelling. The discussion concludes with a conversation about writing from the perspective of children or animals and the charm of squirrels.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Inspiration for the Book Series
02:32 Tommy and the Good News Shoes: Communicating Peace
05:26 Character Inspiration and Writing for Children
10:04 The Impact of the Armor of God
12:00 The Main Message of Tommy and the Good News Shoes
14:01 Upcoming Book and the Shield of Faith
16:52 Favorite Books and the Power of Storytelling
18:48 Future Projects and Favorite Children's Book
20:34 Writing from the Perspective of Children or Animals
21:26 The Charm of Squirrels and Finding More About the Author
Tommy and the Good News Shoes: Armor of God - Book 3 - The Gospel Shoes of Peace (The Armor of God): Seregi, Barbara, Salem-Vargas, Maru: 9798986682617: Amazon.com: Books
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Summary
In this episode of Bookworthy, Valerie interviews Linda McKillop about her middle-grade book, Hotel Oscar Mike Echo. The conversation covers various topics, including the inspiration behind the book's unusual title, addressing adult topics in a middle-grade book, Sierra's cooking skills and creativity, the message and takeaways of the book, Linda's writing journey, her military background and inspirations, the most impactful book in Linda's life, the transition from writing for adults to middle grade, future projects, and where to find Linda and her books.
Takeaways
Hotel Oscar Mike Echo addresses adult topics such as PTSD, homelessness, and addiction in a relatable way for middle grade readers.
The book's title, Hotel Oscar Mike Echo, is inspired by the military alphabet and plays a significant role in the story.
Sierra's cooking skills and creativity are highlighted in the book, adding a unique element to the story.
The book aims to teach young readers compassion and empathy for those who are struggling.
Linda McKillop's writing journey began in high school, and she has since written both nonfiction and fiction books.
The book draws inspiration from Linda's experiences volunteering and working with children in difficult circumstances.
The most impactful books in Linda's life include The Hole in Our Gospel by Richard Stearns and Celebration of Discipline by Richard Foster.
Linda made the transition from writing for adults to middle grade to address important topics and reach a younger audience.
Linda has future projects in the works, including a potential follow-up to Hotel Oscar Mike Echo.
Readers can find Linda McKillop and her books on her website and social media platforms.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Question of the Week
01:20 The Unusual Title of Hotel Oscar Mike Echo
02:17 Addressing Adult Topics in a Middle Grade Book
06:33 Sierra's Cooking Skills and Creativity
08:21 The Message and Takeaways of Hotel Oscar Mike Echo
11:00 Linda's Writing Journey
14:26 Military Background and Inspirations
15:49 The Most Impactful Book in Linda's Life
18:02 Transition from Writing for Adults to Middle Grade
21:00 Future Projects
22:42 Where to Find Linda and Her Books
23:26 Conclusion
Amazon.com: Hotel Oscar Mike Echo: A Novel: 9781087770987: MacKillop, Linda: Books
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Summary
In this episode of the Bookworthy Podcast, Valerie Fentress interviews Eden Estabrook about her book, Arnie the Armadillo Goes to Antarctica. They discuss traveling to extreme places, the inspiration behind the book, teaching vocabulary through storytelling, the moralistic message in children's books, the influence of Dr. Seuss and Winnie the Pooh, becoming a children's author, impactful children's books, and future plans for Arnie the Armadillo.
Takeaways
Children learn best linguistically in the one to five age range, making it important to expose them to diverse vocabulary at a young age.
Children's books can teach important moral lessons while engaging young readers with fun and imaginative stories.
Dr. Seuss and Winnie the Pooh are influential children's books that combine chaos and innocence to create memorable stories.
Becoming a children's author can be a surprising and fulfilling career path, even for those who didn't initially plan on it.
Arnie the Armadillo Goes to Antarctica is the first book in a potential series that aims to introduce children to vocabulary through entertaining stories.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Traveling to Antarctica
02:27 Traveling to Extreme Places
03:15 The Inspiration for Arnie the Armadillo
07:25 Teaching Vocabulary through Arnie the Armadillo
09:28 The Moralistic Message in Arnie the Armadillo
11:23 The Influence of Dr. Seuss and Winnie the Pooh
15:50 Becoming a Children's Author
19:49 Impactful Children's Books
21:54 Future Plans for Arnie the Armadillo
25:22 Conclusion and Where to Find More Information
Arnie the Armadillo Goes to Antarctica: Estabrook, Eden, Anderson, Preston: 9798218284886: Amazon.com: Books
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Summary
Eric and Meredith Schroedtenbauer discuss their latest book, 'This Special Blessing for You,' which is based on the Aaronic blessing found in Numbers 6:23-27. They share their inspiration for writing children's books that teach biblical context and the importance of asking the right questions. The couple also talks about their upcoming book, 'Good Night Noah Good Night Ark,' and where to find more information about their work.
Takeaways
Teaching children biblical context and the meaning behind verses can help make their faith more real and impactful.
Children's books can be a powerful tool for teaching and exploring faith.
As parents, it is important to shape our children's lives and help them understand their identity as children of God.
The art of storytelling, whether through music, art, or words, can bring the Bible to life and make it more relatable for children.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
02:36 About Eric and Meredith Schroedtenbauer
06:12 Inspiration behind 'This Special Blessing for You'
09:49 The Aaronic Blessing
12:42 Transition to Children's Book Authors
17:09 The Art of Storytelling
19:32 Impactful Books
24:26 Upcoming Book: 'Good Night Noah Good Night Ark'
26:33 Where to Find Eric and Meredith Schroedtenbauer
27:30 Conclusion
Eric & Meredith Schrotenboer (ericandmeredithschrotenboer.com)
Amazon.com: This Special Blessing for You: 9780310154761: Schrotenboer, Eric, Schrotenboer, Meredith, Hughes, Denise: BooksSend us a Text Message.
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Summary
In this episode of Book Worthy, Valerie interviews Xochitl Dixon about her picture book, 'What Color is God's Love?' They discuss the inspiration behind the book, the importance of embracing diversity, and the impact of colors and emotions. Xochitl also shares her journey of becoming an author and her upcoming projects. The conversation highlights the power of colors in conveying God's love and the need to challenge negative connotations associated with certain colors. Overall, the book encourages children to celebrate diversity and recognize God's presence in all things.
Takeaways
Colors can be used to convey God's love and evoke emotions.
It is important to embrace diversity and challenge negative connotations associated with certain colors.
Children's books can play a significant role in teaching faith and promoting inclusivity.
Nature and colors can serve as reminders of God's unchanging character.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Favorite Color
01:04 Family and Personal Background
03:10 Becoming a Christian and Embracing Diversity
04:45 Inspiration behind 'What Color is God's Love?'
08:17 Exploring Colors and Emotions
09:07 Challenging Negative Connotations of Colors
10:18 God's Presence in Nature and Colors
12:38 Additional Resources and Activities
15:13 The Inspiration behind 'Wonderfully, Marvelously Brown'
20:24 Childhood Dream of Becoming an Author
25:31 Most Impactful Book (Other than the Bible)
29:39 Upcoming Projects
33:37 Where to Find More Information
34:05 Conclusion
Find out more about Xochitl and her books here:
Home | Xochitl Dixon (xedixon.com)
Amazon.com: What Color Is God's Love?: 9780593579015: Dixon, Xochitl, Varma, Darshika: BooksSend us a Text Message.
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SummaryIn this episode of the Bookworthy podcast, Valerie Fentress interviews Courtney Siebring about her debut children's book, Little Spark of Life. They discuss topics such as Halloween candy, tackling the sensitive topic of where babies come from, engaging a kid's curiosity, engaging in the pro-life community, and more. Courtney shares her journey and how her daughter's fascination with pregnancy and childbirth inspired her to write the book. They also talk about the importance of encouraging children's passions and the impact of books in their lives. Courtney shares her plans for future projects and building community around creativity.
Takeaways
Encourage children's curiosity and engage in conversations about sensitive topics from an early age.
Support and encourage children's passions and interests, allowing them to explore different career paths.
Introduce complex words and rich language in children's books to expand their vocabulary and foster a love for learning.
Building community around creativity and expression is important for personal growth and connection.
Books have the power to impact and shape our lives, and it's important to embrace the diversity of literature.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
00:23 Halloween Candy
01:16 Favorite Type of Candy
02:06 Tackling the Sensitive Topic of Where Babies Come From
03:30 Engaging a Kid's Curiosity
04:17 Engaging in the Pro-Life Community
06:50 Combining Daughter's Curiosity and Pro-Life Message
07:19 Daughter's Reaction to the Book
08:30 Encouraging Children's Passions
09:15 Courtney's Background in Theater and Voiceover
10:53 Impactful Books in Courtney's Life
13:16 Educating Children's Imagination
14:14 Healing and Redemption
15:25 Becoming an Author
18:47 Favorite Children's Book
20:28 Introducing Complex Words to Kids
21:12 Building Community Around Creativity
22:07 What's Next for Courtney
22:34 Where to Find More about Courtney and Her Books
23:18 Conclusion
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Summary
In this episode of the Bookworthy Podcast, Valerie Fentress interviews Tama Fortner, the author of the children's book 'God, I Feel Scared.' They discuss childhood fears, the importance of trusting God with fear, and the power of children's books. Tama shares her experience collaborating with prominent authors and the impact of books in her own life. She also talks about her writing journey and her upcoming adult devotional. Listeners are encouraged to check out Tama's books and engage in the comments section.
Takeaways
Fear is a natural emotion that can be addressed by turning to God.
Children's books have the power to teach important concepts and lay foundations for faith.
Writing for children is a privilege and a responsibility to give them the best tools for navigating life.
Reading to children creates precious moments of connection and fosters a love for reading.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Pumpkin Spice vs. Apple Cider
01:11 Childhood Fears
03:18 Trusting God with Fear
06:27 Collaborating on the Book
08:17 The Power of Children's Books
09:01 Takeaway: Fear is on Purpose
10:42 Working with Prominent Authors
12:07 The Importance of Children's Books
14:08 Tama's Writing Journey
15:56 Impactful Books in Tama's Life
17:42 Taking Writing Seriously
19:05 Favorite Children's Book
20:52 What's Next for Tama
22:22 Where to Find Tama and Her Books
22:47 Conclusion
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Summary
Crystal Bowman, an award-winning author of over a hundred children's books, shares her journey as a children's author and the changes she has seen in children's books over the years. She discusses her love for poetry and her involvement in music. Crystal also talks about her favorite books and her upcoming projects. She emphasizes the importance of writing books that are both fun and teach children about God's love.
Takeaways
Children's books have evolved to meet the needs of parents and teach children about emotions, compassion, and God's love.
Writing in rhyme is a skill that requires both ability and practice.
Children's books can have a profound impact on both children and adults, providing comfort, inspiration, and teaching valuable lessons.
Crystal Bowman's upcoming projects include a Bible storybook focused on compassion and an Easter storybook.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Pumpkin Spice
03:00 Crystal's Journey as an Author
05:06 Crystal's Love for Poetry
08:53 Crystal's Involvement in Music
10:25 Crystal's Unexpected Path to Children's Author
12:18 Changes in Children's Books
13:12 Crystal's Favorite Books
17:12 Crystal's Favorite Book She Has Written
22:00 Crystal's Current Reading
25:45 Crystal's Upcoming Books
30:11 Where to Find Crystal
31:12 Closing Remarks
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Summary
In this episode, Valerie interviews author Glenys Nellist about her book 'Song of the Seasons'. They start with a fun Four Seasons Quiz and then discuss the inspiration behind the book, including the beauty of nature and the message of Psalm 98. Glenys shares a funny encounter with cows during a walk and talks about finding inspiration in God's Word and the outdoors. They also discuss their favorite things about each season and Glenys shares her plans for Easter and future projects. The episode concludes with information on where to find Glenys Nellist online.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Four Seasons Quiz
06:59 Inspiration behind 'Song of the Seasons'
08:43 Funny Encounters in Nature
12:02 Finding Inspiration in God's Word and Nature
14:18 Favorite Things about Each Season
24:24 Where to Find Glenys Nellist
25:13 Conclusion
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Summary
In this episode, Valerie Fentress interviews Terrie Hillard Brown, the host of the Books That Spark podcast and author of the devotional book Building Character Through Picture Books. They discuss Easter traditions, Terrie's podcast, the inspiration behind her devotional book, her writing journey, and the influence of living in Taiwan. They also talk about the importance of everyday discipleship, teachable moments in parenting, and the most impactful books they have read. Terrie shares her upcoming projects and where listeners can find her and her books.
Takeaways
Bedtime storytime can be made more meaningful with devotions based on popular picture books.
Everyday discipleship is important for families, regardless of whether they homeschool or not.
Teachable moments in parenting can have a lasting impact on children's faith.
Reading and discussing books can be a powerful way to deepen one's faith and understanding of God.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Easter Traditions
03:02 The Books That Spark Podcast
06:04 Inspiration for the Devotional Book
08:00 Terrie's Writing Journey
09:51 Influence of Living in Taiwan
11:30 Everyday Discipleship
14:19 Teachable Moments in Parenting
19:30 Most Impactful Books
22:02 Upcoming Projects
25:47 Where to Find Terrie and Her Books
26:13 ConclusionFind out more about Terrie Hellard-Brown and her book on the links below.
Main - Terrie Hellard Brown
booksthatspark's podcast (libsyn.com)
Building Character through Picture Books: 25 Family Devotions Based on Favorite Picture Books: Hellard-Brown, Terrie: 9798395555922: Amazon.com: BooksHappy Reading!
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Summary
In this episode of the Bookworthy Podcast, Valerie Fentress interviews JJ Levan, the author of the picture book 'He Made You to Be You.' They discuss JJ's inspiration for writing the book, which focuses on a neurodiverse child and their exploration of their day. They also talk about the importance of normalizing neurodivergent experiences and the challenges faced by families with neurodivergent children. JJ shares her personal journey as a parent of a child with autism and offers advice for parents facing a new autism diagnosis. She also discusses her upcoming project, 'We Saw Mice,' which aims to promote understanding and acceptance of disabilities. Throughout the conversation, JJ emphasizes the importance of trusting in God and finding beauty in the midst of challenges.
Takeaways
The book 'He Made You to Be You' explores the experiences of a neurodiverse child and emphasizes the message that God is with them and loves them unconditionally.
Parents of neurodivergent children often struggle to find books that address their child's unique experiences. JJ Levan wrote the book she couldn't find, aiming to provide support and understanding for families in similar situations.
Acceptance and trust in God are crucial for parents facing a new autism diagnosis. It is important to remember that God hears and sees them, and he loves their child.
JJ Levan's upcoming project, 'We Saw Mice,' aims to promote awareness and acceptance of disabilities, particularly among children. The book will encourage readers to believe that friends with challenges can shine every day.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Favorite Things About Spring
03:10 Introduction to the Book 'He Made You to Be You'
08:21 Inspiration Behind Writing the Book
11:41 Supporting Neurodivergent Children and Siblings
16:23 Advice for Parents Facing a New Autism Diagnosis
20:04 JJ's Journey to Becoming an Author
23:49 The Most Impactful Book in JJ's Life
26:12 Upcoming Project: 'We Saw Mice'
28:10 Where to Find More Information about JJ and Her BooksFind out more about JJ LeVan and her book on the links below.
J. J. LeVan | Autism (jjlevan.com)
He Meant You to Be You - Kindle edition by LeVan, J. J. , Newton, James. Children Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com.Happy Reading!
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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 incorporation of faith in children's literature and the challenges of writing a fantasy book without magic. Kylie shares her inspiration for 'Rise of the Living Wood' and the journey of the main character, Bramble. She also talks about her writing journey, favorite books, and current reading list. Finally, Kylie reveals her future projects and where to find more information about her and her books.Takeaways
Incorporating faith in children's literature can provide a counterbalance to the darkness and confusion present in some content.Fantasy books can be written without magic, focusing on the elements of make-believe and fiction.Using animals as main characters in fantasy allows readers to see the world from a different perspective.Publishing a book at a young age can be daunting but can also be a step toward faith and reliance on God's guidance.The 'Rise of the Living Wood' series aims to convey messages of hope, fearlessness, and the significance of light.Trilogies provide a complete and satisfying storytelling experience, allowing for the exploration of multiple themes and character arcs.Writing can be a journey of self-discovery and growth, and anyone who writes can consider themselves a writer.Favorite books can have a profound impact on a writer's style and storytelling approach.Reading a variety of books, including middle-grade and non-fiction, can broaden one's perspective and inspire new ideas.Future projects from Kylie Beavers include the release of 'Journey to Amber Forest' and a novella for the Livingwood Chronicles series.
Living close to nature and connecting with the outdoors can be a source of inspiration for writing.Chapters
00:00-Introduction and Background01:07-Living on a Farm and Connecting with Nature
03:08-Incorporating Faith in Children's Literature
05:13-Writing a Fantasy Book without Magic
07:48-Using Animals as Main Characters in Fantasy
09:15-Inspiration for 'Rise of the Living Wood'
11:41-Taking on the Task of Publishing at a Young Age
12:31-The Message of 'Rise of the Living Wood'
13:56-The Journey of Bramble and the Trilogy
15:47-The Start of the Writing Journey
16:46-Favorite Books and Reading Recommendations
18:35-Current Reading List
21:04-Future Projects
22:05-Where to Find More Information
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LivingWoodChronicles | Kylie Beevers | SubstackHappy Reading!
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In this episode of the Bookworthy Podcast, Valerie Fentress interviews Sally Cressman, author of 'The Dance of Easter.' Sally shares her favorite season and discusses her background and family. She introduces her book and explains the inspiration behind it. Sally also talks about how she aimed to bridge the gap between churchgoers and those outside the church with her book. She shares her writing journey and the challenges of writing in rhyme. Sally discusses the most impactful book in her life and the importance of believing in God's work through writing. She concludes by mentioning her upcoming projects and where listeners can find her and her book.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Favorite Season
03:11 Sally's Background and Family
04:57 Introduction to 'The Dance of Easter'
06:06 Inspiration for 'The Dance of Easter'
08:26 Bridging the Gap with the Book
10:57 Sally's Writing Journey
13:54 Writing in Rhyme
19:53 Most Impactful Book in Sally's Life
21:32 Believing in God's Work Through Writing
22:08 Upcoming Projects
23:27 Where to Find Sally and Her Book
24:44 ConclusionFind out more about Sally Cressman and her book on the links below.
Home - Sally Cressman
LYRICAL LANGUAGE LAB – Renee LaTulippe
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Join Valerie Fentress as she chats with Illustrator and Author couple Liz and Jack Hagler.
We talk about their book series Patrick Wigglesworth's Bizarre Bible Tales, a graphic novel for fans of Dogman and Captain Underpants, but with a Christian worldview.
Find out more about Liz, Jack, and Patrick on the links below.
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Bizarre Bible Adventure (patrickwigglesworth.com)
Amazon.com: Dangerous Dilemmas (Patrick Wigglesworth’s Bizarre Bible Adventure): 0031809133569: Hagler, Liz, Hagler, Jack: BooksSend us a Text Message.
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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 valentines traditions in our home.
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Sonia E. Amin | Bax and His Bubbles - Positive Thinking for Kids (soniaeamin.com)
When Love Flows: The Beauty of Encouraging Others (Social-Emotional Learning) - Kindle edition by Amin, Sonia, Chirinos, Arlenis. Children Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com.
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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 their children in their journey. They also share personal stories of how God has guided their paths. Michelle shares her upcoming projects and invites listeners to connect with her.Takeaways
Help children discover their calling and align it with God's plan for their lives.Choosing a career is important, but knowing God is even more crucial.Parents can encourage their children by knowing them well and affirming their gifts.Model obedience and seek God's guidance in decision-making.Chapters
00:00 Introduction01:21 The Message of the Book
06:15 Choosing a Career vs. Knowing God
09:19 Encouraging Children in Their Journey
15:05 Modeling Obedience and Seeking God's Will
19:27 Personal Stories and God's Guidance
24:17 What's Next for Michelle
26:45 Conclusion
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Who God Wants Me to Be: A Picture Book: Bowman, Crystal, Lazurek, Michelle S., Eide, Sandra: 9780593235751: Amazon.com: BooksHappy Reading!
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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 talks about her experience as a teacher and how it influences her writing. The conversation concludes with a discussion about Lori's upcoming projects and where to find her books.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
02:44 Sports and Writing
03:35 Choosing the Topic of Sex Trafficking
05:14 Incorporating Faith into the Storyline
13:44 Teaching and Writing
16:17 Message for Teen Readers
19:27 Becoming an Author
20:44 Most Inspirational Book
24:47 Upcoming Projects
26:27 Contact InformationFind out more about Lori Z. Scott and her book on the links below.
Lori Z. Scott (lori-z-scott.com)
Amazon.com: Offsides eBook: Scott, Lori: Kindle StoreHappy Reading!
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