Episode Details

Hey, homeschoolers! As parents we often feel ill-equipped to talk to others who are grieving. I’ve discussed this in a previous episode that I will link to the in show notes.

When our teens are grieving, we can feel particularly helpless in knowing what to say or do. I’m thankful that my guest, Sarah Arthur, has practical advice for us. Sarah Arthur is a fun-loving speaker and the author of a dozen books for teens and adults, including Once a Queen and the bestselling Walking with Frodo: A Devotional Journey Through The Lord of the Rings. Among other nerdy adventures, she has served as preliminary fiction judge for Christianity Today’s Book Awards, was a founding board member of the annual C. S. Lewis Festival in northern Michigan, and co-directs the Madeleine L’Engle Writing Retreats.

Introduction: In this episode, the host engages in a fascinating conversation with author Sarah Arthur about her upcoming book, “Once a Queen.” The discussion explores the therapeutic aspects of writing and reading fiction, particularly in helping teenagers process grief.

Key Points:

1. 1. The Power of Writing and Storytelling:
      • • Arthur shares personal experiences of using journaling and storytelling to navigate through trauma.
      • • Recommends these methods as effective tools for emotional expression and healing.

1. 1. Encouraging Teens to Write:
      • • Discusses creative ways for parents to encourage teens to write, including shared journaling experiences and creative writing sprints.
      • • Highlights the importance of providing a creative space for expression.

1. 1. “Once a Queen” – The Fantasy Novel:
      • • Arthur introduces her upcoming book, “Once a Queen,” as a young teen fantasy