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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: Books

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In this Play it Again episode, 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 Earth. Ling also shares her connection to nature and how it inspires her writing. She mentions that the book includes resources for poetry exercises and encourages readers to explore different types of poetry.

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Takeaways

 Bless the Earth is a poetry compilation for children that celebrates and encourages care for the world.

Poetry is making a comeback and is a powerful way to communicate big truths and emotions in a small moment.

Nature can be a source of inspiration and connection to God.

The book includes a variety of poetry styles and resources for poetry exercises.

Children's books, including poetry, can help children understand and navigate complex emotions and situations.

Chapters

 00:00 Introduction to Bless the Earth

02:29 The Collection of Poems

03:40 The Power and Variety of Poetry

06:01 Finding Inspiration in Nature

08:09 Exploring Different Poetry Styles

 Nancy Tupper Ling – Children’s Author and Poet

June Cotner

Bless the Earth: A Collection of Poetry for Children to Celebrate and Care for Our World: Cotner, June, Ling, Nancy Tupper, Song, Keum Jin: 9780593577660: Amazon.com: Books

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In this episode of Bookworthy, Valerie interviews Kayla E. Green, an award-winning YA fantasy author who has ventured into children's literature with her picture book 'Hadley the Hippo.' They discuss the inspiration behind the book, the importance of conversations about what children consume, both in terms of food and media, and Kayla's journey as a writer and teacher. Kayla shares her favorite books and their impact on her life, as well as what readers can expect from her upcoming projects.

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 The Unicorn Writer – Faith. Fiction. Fireside Poetry.

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Takeaways

 Kayla's journey into writing began in elementary school.

'Hadley the Hippo' is inspired by her daughter's love for food.

Books can serve as conversation starters for families.

It's important for children to understand what they consume mentally and emotionally.

Kayla emphasizes the importance of teaching children to guard their hearts.

She believes in the power of read-alouds for all ages.

Kayla's teaching experience has shaped her storytelling.

Different books impact us at different stages of life.

Kayla's favorite books include 'The Girl Who Drank the Moon' and 'Matilda.'

She is working on a young adult pirate fantasy and a sequel to 'The Goodness of Unicorns.'

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Kayla E. Green and Hadley the Hippo

01:49 The Inspiration Behind Hadley the Hippo

04:55 The Message of Hadley and Its Importance

09:14 Kayla's Writing Journey and Teaching Background

14:48 Favorite Books and Their Impact

20:15 What's Next for Kayla E. Green?

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 Summary

 Elizabeth James, author of the Pippa Potter series, discusses her inspiration behind the books and the research she conducted on the White House. She also shares her experience illustrating the books and how she addresses anxiety in the stories. Elizabeth talks about her writing journey and her favorite books. She concludes by discussing her future projects and where to find her online.

 Chapters

 00:00 Introduction and Background

03:07 Inspiration behind Pippa Potter

06:25 Researching the White House

09:44 Reception of the Books

11:46 Illustrating the Books

15:55 Addressing Anxiety in the Books

19:24 Writing Journey

21:48 Favorite Books

23:56 Future Projects

25:32 Where to Find Elizabeth James

26:20 Conclusion

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Pippa Speaks Up!: A Heartwarming, Illustrated White House Adventure Supporting Kids’ Mental Health with Empowering Anxiety-Relief Strategies for Girls ... (Pippa Potter, President's Daughter Book 1) - Kindle edition by James, Elizabeth, James, Elizabeth. Children Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com.

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Summary

 In this bonus episode of Book Worthy, Valerie interviews Joshua Cooley, the author of the children's book 'I Can't Believe My Eyes.' They discuss the importance of addressing big questions about God with children and how everyday experiences can be used to teach them about faith. Joshua shares some of the funny and strange questions he has been asked by kids, and they talk about the role of fathers in modeling faith. They also discuss Joshua's involvement in the Go Bible project, a Bible for kids that includes book introductions and helps them understand the relevance of Scripture.

Takeaways

 Addressing big questions about God with children is important for building a strong foundation of faith from a young age.

Everyday experiences can be used to teach children about faith and help them understand the existence of God.

Fathers play a crucial role in modeling faith for their children and answering their questions.

The Go Bible project is a valuable resource for helping kids understand the relevance and importance of Scripture.

Chapters

 00:00 Introduction and Overview of Joshua Cooley's Book

03:06 Addressing Big Questions About God with Children

05:57 Using Everyday Experiences to Teach Children about Faith

09:08 The Role of Fathers in Modeling Faith

12:11 Coming Soon From Joshua Cooley

I Can’t Believe My Eyes: Joshua Cooley, Hannah Green: 9781914966811: Amazon.com: Books

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Summary

Kelly Wilson-Mize discusses her picture book, The Beautiful Story Within Me, which explores the theme of not judging a book by its cover and emphasizes the value and worth of every individual. The book incorporates a gospel message and is suitable for readers of all ages. Kelly shares her personal journey as a writer and the inspiration behind the book. She also talks about her experiences interviewing well-known Christian personalities and her love for books and reading. Kelly reflects on the impact of early childhood experiences on her writing aspirations and offers recommendations for reluctant readers. She discusses the challenges of self-publishing and shares her plans and projects.

 Takeaways

 The Beautiful Story Within Me is a picture book that conveys the message of not judging a book by its cover and emphasizes the value and worth of every individual.

The book incorporates a gospel message and is suitable for readers of all ages.

Kelly Wilson-Mize drew inspiration for the book from her experience as an elementary librarian and her observations of books that were never seen or appreciated by children.

Kelly shares her personal journey as a writer and her love for books and reading, including her experiences interviewing well-known Christian personalities.

She reflects on the impact of early childhood experiences on her writing aspirations and offers recommendations for reluctant readers.

Kelly discusses the challenges of self-publishing and shares her future plans and projects.

Chapters

 00:00 Introduction to the Book and Author

02:05 The Inspiration Behind the Book

04:08 The Gospel Message in the Book

06:20 Personal Journey and Reflections

08:33 The Role of Animals in the Book

09:03 Writing Journey and Experience

11:29 Interviewing Christian Personalities

13:49 Early Writing Experiences

16:49 The Power of Second to Fourth Grade

17:18 Favorite Books

18:50 Recommendations for Reluctant Readers

22:09 Challenges of Self-Publishing

24:17 Future Plans and Projects

25:26 Where to Find More Information

26:11 Conclusion

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The Beautiful Story Within Me - Kindle edition by Wilson Mize, Kelly, Brayer, Mark. Children Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com.

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Summary

 Jean Johnson, author of the Renny Roo's Adventures series, shares her inspiration for the books and how her childhood experiences in the Yucatan jungle influenced her writing. Her books discuss her fascination with dinosaurs and the importance of teaching friendship and manners. Jean also talks about her plans for future books in the series and the availability of bilingual editions. You can find more information about Jean and her books on her website and social media channels.

 Takeaways

 Childhood experiences can inspire and shape creative work.

Educational books can help children learn new words and concepts.

Books can create a welcoming and joyful atmosphere for readers.

Bilingual books can make stories accessible to a wider audience.

Chapters

 00:00 Introduction and Inspiration

03:02 Growing Up in the Yucatan Jungle

06:33 Influence of Childhood Experiences

09:54 Fascination with Dinosaurs

11:39 Introducing Tater Tot

12:47 Teaching Friendship and Manners

14:28 Choosing Book Locations

15:10 Future Books in the Series

17:06 Becoming a Writer

19:03 Creating a Welcoming Atmosphere

21:05 Favorite Books

24:35 Future Plans and Bilingual Books

26:16 Where to Find More Information

Amazon.com: Jean Johnson: books, biography, latest update

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 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

The Heart Changer - Kindle edition by Del Boccio, Jarm. Children Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com.

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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.: Books

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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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