BookWorthy
Join children's author Valerie Fentress for weekly Author Chats to find books that are good for your kids' heart and soul.
Podcasting since 2023 • 111 episodes
BookWorthy
Latest Episodes
Top 20+ Books for Kids this Christmas 2025
In this episode of the Bookworthy Podcast, children's author Valerie Fentress shares a curated list of over 20 books suitable for gifting during the holiday season. Valerie emphasizes the importance of choosing books that nurture children...
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19:20
Discovering the Full Story of Christmas with Donna Wyland
In this episode of Book Worthy, host Valerie Fentress interviews award-winning author Donna Wyland about her latest children's book, 'Twas the Night Before Jesus.' They discuss the importance of Christmas traditions, the deeper message of the b...
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Season 7
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Episode 12
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20:18
A Heartfelt Christmas Tradition with Brock Eastman
In this episode of Bookworthy, host Valerie Fentress interviews author Brock Eastman about his latest Christmas book, 'Saint Nicking at Night.' They discuss the inspiration behind the book, the importance of giving and community, and Brock's pe...
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Season 7
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Episode 11
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24:46
Navigating Middle School with Books, Jesus, and Heather Holleman
In this episode of Book Worthy, Valerie interviews author Heather Holleman about her Elita Brown series, which addresses the challenges of middle school, including popularity, social media, and the quest for belonging. Heather shares her inspir...
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Season 7
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Episode 10
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28:03
From Chicken Coop to Soaring Heights: A Journey of Identity and Healing
In this episode of Bookworthy, Valerie interviews Soaring Eagle (a preferred alias), the author of a children's picture book that explores themes of trauma, identity, and self-discovery through the story of a young eagle raised in a chicken coo...
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Season 7
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Episode 9
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22:00