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BookWorthy
Looking for books your kids will love — and you can trust?
The BookWorthy Podcast is your weekly guide to help Christian parents cut through the noise and find books that actually matter. Each week, award-winning children's author Valerie Fentress chats with authors about stories that help kids process big feelings, grow in faith, and see God’s goodness in everyday life.
Think of it as your trusted book buddy for raising readers who love Jesus.
Podcasting since 2023 • 127 episodes
BookWorthy
Latest Episodes
Exploring God and the Universe with Mark Wainwright
In this episode of Bookworthy, host Valerie interviews Mark Wainwright, an author and editor with over 18 years of experience in Christian publishing. They discuss Mark's latest book, "Awesome Facts About Space," which combines science and fait...
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Season 8
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Episode 8
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41:00
Season Eight Bonus with Shaun Stevenson and Brock Eastman
In this episode of Bookworthy, hosts Valerie, Shaun Stevenson, and Brock Eastman discuss the Parable Port series, a middle-grade book that brings biblical parables to life through engaging storytelling. They explore the creative process behind ...
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Season 8
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26:15
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A Middle-Grade Prankster Helps Readers Explore their hearts with Bonnie Swinehart
In this episode of the Bookworthy Podcast, Valerie interviews children's author Bonnie S. Weinhardt about her Bingees series, which follows the adventures of an 11-year-old boy named Benji in the 1930s. They discuss the inspiration behind the s...
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Season 8
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Episode 7
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20:23
The Colorful World of Hadley the Hippo with Kayla E. Green
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 importa...
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Season 8
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Episode 6
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22:09
Growing a Love of God on the Farm with Sarah Philpott
In this episode of Bookworthy, Valerie interviews award-winning author Sarah Philpott, who shares her journey from writing devotionals to creating children's books. They discuss Sarah's latest book, 'Wake Up, Little Seed,' which connects childr...
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Season 8
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Episode 5
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20:39
