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...

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...

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 the FBI' series, and the unique blend of faith and adventu...

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. Emmanuel shares insights about his writing process, the cultu...

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 a writer, her inspirations, and the creation of her book se...