Podcast Episodes

From FBI Fantasies to Faithful Adventures with Rob Baddorf

Season 7 Episode 8

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In this episode of Bookworthy, Valerie interviews middle grade author and illustrator Rob Baddorf, who shares insights into his writing journey, the inspiration behind his 'Recruited by…

Published on 2 months, 1 week ago

Mystery, Adventure, and Family Fun with Amanda Trumpower

Season 7 Episode 7

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In this episode of the Bookworthy Podcast, Valerie interviews Amanda Trumpower, a middle-grade author known for her engaging Christian adventures for kids. Amanda shares her journey as …

Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago

Season Seven Bonus A Journey through Adoption with Emmanuel Jean Russell

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In this conversation, Valerie interviews Emmanuel Jean Russell, the author of 'My Name is Emmanuel,' a picture book that explores his adoption story and the significance of his name. Em…

Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago

Sisters, Stories, and the Art of Writing with Hannah Fouts

Season 7 Episode 6

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In this episode of Bookworthy, host Valerie interviews author and writing instructor Hannah Fouts about her short story, The Sisters of Starford Point, featured in the Author Conservato…

Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago

God's Smile and the Big Bang: A Poetic Exploration with Author David Lahm and Illustrator Lael Brinkley

Season 7 Episode 5

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In this episode of Bookworthy, host Valerie Fentress engages with author David Lahm and illustrator Lael Brinkley about their children's book 'In the Beginning, God Smiled.' The convers…

Published on 2 months, 4 weeks ago

Boring Parents to Alien Adventures with Tennille Marie

Season 7 Episode 4

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In this episode of Bookworthy, host Valerie talks with author Tenille Marie about her middle-grade sci-fi adventure, 'So My Mom's From Outer Space.' They discuss the inspiration behind …

Published on 3 months, 1 week ago

BookWorthy Chats with Kevin William Rascoe

Season 7 Episode 3

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In this episode of Bookworthy, Valerie interviews author Kevin William Rascoe about his middle grade series, The Unusual Life of David Snot. The conversation explores the themes of bull…

Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago

BookWorthy Chats with Children's Author April Graney

Season 7 Episode 2

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In this episode of Book Worthy, Valerie interviews author April Graney about her latest book, 'If Jesus Came to My School.' The conversation explores the themes of kindness, support in …

Published on 3 months, 3 weeks ago

BookWorthy Chats with Author Leah Boden

Season 7 Episode 1

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In this episode of the Bookworthy Podcast, Valerie speaks with Leah Boden, an author dedicated to empowering women and children through literature. Leah discusses her latest book series…

Published on 3 months, 4 weeks ago

Play it Again with Maryna Doughty

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Maryna Doughty tells us about her middle-grade book Sincerely Diary, which explores friendships and relationships in middle school. She shares her inspiration for the book, including he…

Published on 4 months ago