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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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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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Season 5 Bonus Chat with Tricia Goyer

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2025/02/12

Send us a text 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 shares insights from her experience as a homeschooling mother of ten, emphasizing the significance of encour...

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23:30

BookWorthy Chats with Megan Schaulis

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2025/02/05

Send us a text 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, emphasizing the importance of our relationship with God and the labels He gives us. She also discusses her l...

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22:34

BookWorthy Chats with Candice P. Yamnitz

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2025/01/29

Send us a textSummaryIn 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 literature. The conversation also touches on the significance of YA literature in shaping young adults' lives an...

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23:58

BookWorthy Chats with Mark L. Redmond

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2025/01/22

Send us a textSummary 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 worked in people's lives during that time. He also talks about his other book series and where readers ca...

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24:31

BookWorthy chats with Courtney Siebring

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2025/01/15

Send us a textSummaryIn 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 gender identity. She also shares resources available on the book's website to help parents navigate thes...

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27:23

Play it Again with Michelle Lazurek

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2025/01/08

Send us a textSummaryIn 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 h...

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26:45

Play It Again with Lori Z. Scott

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2025/01/01

Send us a textSummaryIn 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 wit...

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22:15

Play it Again with Kylie Beevers

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2024/12/25

Send us a textPlay it Again with Kylie BeeversFull Transcript can be found at www.valeriefentress.com/blogSummaryIn 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 shar...

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25:56

Play it Again with Courtney Strong and Carissa Robertson

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2024/12/18

Send us a textJoin 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 & SupportThe Trail of Unexpected Gifts: Strong, Courtney J, Robertson, Carissa: 9781632966223: Am...

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24:56

Play it Again with Valerie Ellis

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2024/12/11

Send us a textPlay it Again with Valerie Ellis Full Transcript can be found at www.valeriefentress.com/blogJoin 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 that go with the book at the links below.Happy Reading!Valerie Ellis – Delighting Kids, Serving ParentsAmazon...

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29:00

Play it Again with Gayle Boss

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2024/12/04

Send us a textPlay it Again with Gayle Boss (Originally aired 12/23)Full Transcript can be found at www.valeriefentress.com/blogSummary 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 shares her personal experience of celebrating Advent in a unique way and how it helped her overcome sea...

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23:50

Play it Again with Sonia E. Amin

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2024/11/27

Send us a textPlay it Again with Sonia E. Amin ( reposted from 2/14/2024)Full Transcript available at www.valeriefentress.com/blogJoin 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, and find a link to her books below.Sonia E. Amin | Bax and His Bubbles - Positive Thinking for Kids (soniaeamin.com)When...

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29:22

BookWorthy Chats with Maria Antonia

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2024/11/20

Send us a textSummaryIn 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's upcoming projects. Takeaways Family traditions around Christmas can vary, such as when to pu...

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BookWorthy Chats with Becky VanVleet

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2024/11/13

Send us a textSummary 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 series based on objects passed down through generations in her family. She discusses the importance of pre...

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BookWorthy Chats with Dominique Okonkwo

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2024/11/06

Send us a textSummary 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, the conversation highlights the power of storytelling to teach and entertain children while reinforcing biblical truth...

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BookWorthy Chats with Nancy Tupper Ling

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2024/10/30

Send us a textSummary 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 fun and joyful poems. The book aims to inspire children and families to appreciate and care for the...

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BookWorthy Chats with Rachael Hartzell

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2024/10/23

Send us a textSummary 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 scouting, different cultures, and the impact of books on education. Rachael shares her journey as an author...

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BookWorthy Chats with Jennifer Bosma

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2024/10/16

Send us a textSummary 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 plans, and insights from her podcast, emphasizing the need for Christian principles in parenting and education...

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27:11

BookWorthy Chats with Healey Ikerd

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2024/10/09

Send us a textSummary 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 Healey and her books on her website, writtenbyhealy.com.Takeaways The Red Ball teaches chil...

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