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BookWorthy

Valerie Fentress

Join children"s author Valerie Fentress for weekly Author Chats to find books that are good for your kids" heart and soul.

kids & family stories for kids

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19:06

BookWorthy Chats with YA Author Katherine Briggs

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2025/06/18

Send us a text Summary In this episode of Bookworthy, Valerie interviews YA fantasy author Catherine Briggs, who discusses her journey as a writer, the inspiration behind her books, and the themes explored in her duology, The Eternity Gate and The Immortal Abyss. Catherine shares insights on world-building, character development, and the importance of small actions in making a difference. The conversation also touches on the exploration of faith in her stories and her future writing projects....

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24:25

Bonus Chat with Bryan Davis

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2025/06/11

Send us a text Summary In this episode of Bookworthy, Valerie interviews fantasy author Bryan Davis about his latest series, Dragons of Camelot. They discuss the evolution of his storytelling, the importance of faith in his works, and how fantasy literature resonates with young readers. Brian shares insights into his writing journey, the influence of King Arthur on his stories, and the significance of prayer in the lives of young people. He also reflects on the impactful books that have shape...

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21:04

BookWorthy Chats Again with Maria Antonia

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2025/06/11

Send us a text Summary In this episode of Bookworthy, Valerie speaks with author Maria Antonia about her new children's book, 'Barnaby the Runaway Sheep.' They discuss the inspiration behind the story, the writing process, and the important lessons for children about trust and guidance from their 'shepherds' in life. Maria shares her experiences growing up and how they influenced her storytelling, as well as her future writing projects. Takeaways Summer was a time for reading and ...

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20:09

BookWorthy Chats with Kristen Puma

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2025/06/04

Send us a text Summary Kristen Puma discusses her book 'Abby and Liam and the Bedtime Adventure' and the importance of fostering imagination and creativity in children. The book follows siblings Abby and Liam as they turn their bedtime routine into an exciting adventure. Kristen emphasizes the value of spending quality time with children and creating warm and wonderful memories. She also shares her own writing journey and the impact of books like Harry Potter and The Lord of the Rings. ...

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24:17

BookWorthy Chats with Becca Wierwille

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2025/05/28

Send us a text Summary In this episode of Bookworthy, Valerie interviews author Becca Wierwille about her latest book, Road Trip Redemption, the third installment in her middle-grade trilogy. The conversation delves into the themes of forgiveness, redemption, and the impact of bullying, as well as Becca's writing journey and her decision to self-publish. They also discuss the importance of children's literature in addressing complex emotions and experiences, and Becca shares her favorit...

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19:52

BookWorthy Chats with Kirthana J. Fanning

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2025/05/21

Send us a text Summary In this episode of Book Worthy, author Kirthana J. Fanning discusses her book 'The Girl with Her Noble Steed' and her passion for empowering young readers through Christian faith-based storytelling. She shares how her love for underdog stories and fairy tales inspired her to create a story about a young girl named Ophie who relies on her faith and courage to overcome challenges. Fanning also talks about the importance of including Christian elements and the Word o...

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20:23

BookWorthy Chats with Jerah Alvarado

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2025/05/14

Send us a text Summary In this episode of the Bookworthy podcast, Valerie interviews children's author Jerah Alvarado, who discusses her bilingual book, 'Would You Rather? Bible Water Adventure Edition.' Jerah shares the inspiration behind her book, her writing journey, and the importance of making Bible stories fun for children. She also talks about her upcoming projects and the significance of bilingual literature in fostering language skills among young readers. Takeaways Jerah...

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24:12

BookWorthy Chats with Jennifer Bleakley

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2025/05/07

Send us a text Summary In this episode of Bookworthy, host Valerie talks with author Jennifer Blankley about her love for animals and how it influences her writing. Jennifer shares her journey from being a grief counselor to becoming an author, highlighting her latest book, 'More Proverbs for Kids.' The conversation explores the lessons animals teach us, the importance of storytelling, and how childhood experiences shape our passions. Jennifer also discusses her future projects, includi...

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24:24

Play it Again with Linda MacKillop

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2025/04/30

Send us a text 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 fr...

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35:11

Play it Again with Rachael Hartzell

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2025/04/23

Send us a text Summary In this episode, Valerie interviews Rachel Hartzell, the author of the picture book series 'The Garden Scouts.' They discuss Rachel's favorite bugs and bug encounters, as well as the lessons we can learn from bugs. Rachel shares the inspiration behind her book series and how she teaches the fruits of the spirit through her stories. They also talk about scouting, different cultures, and the impact of books on education. Rachel shares her journey as an author and her plan...

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25:47

Play It Again with Sally Cressman

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2025/04/16

Send us a text Summery 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 i...

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25:09

Play it Again with Jarm Del Boccio

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2025/04/09

Send us a text 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 info...

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25:17

BookWorthy Chats with Amy Houts

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2025/04/02

Send us a text Summary In this episode of Bookworthy, Valerie interviews author Amy Houts, who has written over a hundred children's books. They discuss her latest work, 'God's Earth is Something to Fight For,' which emphasizes environmental stewardship from a faith perspective. Amy shares her inspiration for writing the book, the importance of empowering children to take action, and her journey to becoming an author. The conversation also touches on impactful books in Amy's life and he...

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32:46

BookWorthy Chats with Crystal Bowman

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2025/03/26

Send us a text Summary In this episode of the BookWorthy Podcast, Valerie speaks with Crystal Bowman about her new Easter book, 'R is for Risen,' which aims to teach children the Easter story through an engaging alphabet format. Crystal shares her writing journey, the challenges of creating children's literature, and the importance of mentorship in the writing community. They also discuss impactful books that have shaped Crystal's life and her upcoming projects, including a Bible storyb...

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19:53

BookWorthy Chats with Sandra Kay Chambers

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2025/03/19

Send us a text Summary In this episode of the Bookworthy Podcast, Valerie talks with Sandra Kay Chambers, author of 'Maisy Discovers Her Fingerprints.' They explore the themes of uniqueness and acceptance through the character of Maisie, a dog who embarks on a journey to discover what makes her special. Sandra shares her inspiration behind the book, her writing journey, and the importance of instilling a biblical worldview in children. The conversation also touches on impactful books an...

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20:45

BookWorthy Chats with Phyllis Wheeler

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2025/03/12

Send us a text Summary In this episode of Bookworthy, Valerie interviews author Phyllis Wheeler, who shares her journey from mechanical engineer to writer of award-winning time travel fantasy tales for children. They discuss her series, Guardians of Time, which follows the adventures of Jake and Ava as they navigate different historical periods to rescue their dog. Phyllis emphasizes the importance of exploring diverse histories, the inspiration behind her writing, and the educational r...

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18:19

BookWorthy Chats with Debbie Burton

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2025/03/05

Send us a text Summary Debbie Burton, author of the Tales of Blueberry Street series, discusses her inspiration for the books and the messages she hopes to convey to children. The series follows the adventures of Buddy the Beagle and explores themes of perseverance, friendship, problem-solving, and caring for animals. Debbie also shares her love for children's books, including Dr. Seuss, and talks about her upcoming book, Manatee School. Listeners can find out more about Debbie and her ...

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27:54

BookWorthy Chats with Emily Assell

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2025/02/26

Send us a text Summary In this episode of Bookworthy, Valerie interviews Emily Assell, a nurse educator and author of the Generation Claimed book series. They discuss Emily's latest book, 'When It Hurts,' which aims to help children navigate their emotions through a biblical perspective. The conversation explores the importance of addressing grief, equipping children with emotional understanding, and Emily's journey in writing and publishing. They also touch on Emily's upcoming projects...

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25:44

BookWorthy Chats with Laurie Christine

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2025/02/19

Send us a text 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 explore biblical truths. Laurie shares her journey to becoming an author, the impact of various bo...

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23:32

BookWorthy Chats with Annette Whipple

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2025/02/12

Send us a text 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 Truth About series and the importance of nonfiction books in engaging young readers. Annette provides resources,...

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