BookWorthy

BookWorthy Chats with Kelly Wilson Mize

June 26, 2024 Valerie Fentress Season 3 Episode 10
BookWorthy Chats with Kelly Wilson Mize
BookWorthy
More Info
BookWorthy
BookWorthy Chats with Kelly Wilson Mize
Jun 26, 2024 Season 3 Episode 10
Valerie Fentress

Send us a text

Summary

Kelly Wilson-Mize discusses her picture book, The Beautiful Story Within Me, which explores the theme of not judging a book by its cover and emphasizes the value and worth of every individual. The book incorporates a gospel message and is suitable for readers of all ages. Kelly shares her personal journey as a writer and the inspiration behind the book. She also talks about her experiences interviewing well-known Christian personalities and her love for books and reading. Kelly reflects on the impact of early childhood experiences on her writing aspirations and offers recommendations for reluctant readers. She discusses the challenges of self-publishing and shares her plans and projects.

 Takeaways

 The Beautiful Story Within Me is a picture book that conveys the message of not judging a book by its cover and emphasizes the value and worth of every individual.

The book incorporates a gospel message and is suitable for readers of all ages.

Kelly Wilson-Mize drew inspiration for the book from her experience as an elementary librarian and her observations of books that were never seen or appreciated by children.

Kelly shares her personal journey as a writer and her love for books and reading, including her experiences interviewing well-known Christian personalities.

She reflects on the impact of early childhood experiences on her writing aspirations and offers recommendations for reluctant readers.

Kelly discusses the challenges of self-publishing and shares her future plans and projects.

 

Chapters

 00:00 Introduction to the Book and Author

02:05 The Inspiration Behind the Book

04:08 The Gospel Message in the Book

06:20 Personal Journey and Reflections

08:33 The Role of Animals in the Book

09:03 Writing Journey and Experience

11:29 Interviewing Christian Personalities

13:49 Early Writing Experiences

16:49 The Power of Second to Fourth Grade

17:18 Favorite Books

18:50 Recommendations for Reluctant Readers

22:09 Challenges of Self-Publishing

24:17 Future Plans and Projects

25:26 Where to Find More Information

26:11 Conclusion

www.valeriefentress.com

The Beautiful Story Within Me - Kindle edition by Wilson Mize, Kelly, Brayer, Mark. Children Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com.

Kelly Wilson Mize — A Grace-Filled Journey Toward Perfect Peace~writing

Let's discover great books together!

Follow for more:
FB: @bookworthypodcast
Instagram: @bookworthy_podcast
YouTube: BookWorthy Podcast - YouTube
tiktok: @valeriefentress

Show Notes

Send us a text

Summary

Kelly Wilson-Mize discusses her picture book, The Beautiful Story Within Me, which explores the theme of not judging a book by its cover and emphasizes the value and worth of every individual. The book incorporates a gospel message and is suitable for readers of all ages. Kelly shares her personal journey as a writer and the inspiration behind the book. She also talks about her experiences interviewing well-known Christian personalities and her love for books and reading. Kelly reflects on the impact of early childhood experiences on her writing aspirations and offers recommendations for reluctant readers. She discusses the challenges of self-publishing and shares her plans and projects.

 Takeaways

 The Beautiful Story Within Me is a picture book that conveys the message of not judging a book by its cover and emphasizes the value and worth of every individual.

The book incorporates a gospel message and is suitable for readers of all ages.

Kelly Wilson-Mize drew inspiration for the book from her experience as an elementary librarian and her observations of books that were never seen or appreciated by children.

Kelly shares her personal journey as a writer and her love for books and reading, including her experiences interviewing well-known Christian personalities.

She reflects on the impact of early childhood experiences on her writing aspirations and offers recommendations for reluctant readers.

Kelly discusses the challenges of self-publishing and shares her future plans and projects.

 

Chapters

 00:00 Introduction to the Book and Author

02:05 The Inspiration Behind the Book

04:08 The Gospel Message in the Book

06:20 Personal Journey and Reflections

08:33 The Role of Animals in the Book

09:03 Writing Journey and Experience

11:29 Interviewing Christian Personalities

13:49 Early Writing Experiences

16:49 The Power of Second to Fourth Grade

17:18 Favorite Books

18:50 Recommendations for Reluctant Readers

22:09 Challenges of Self-Publishing

24:17 Future Plans and Projects

25:26 Where to Find More Information

26:11 Conclusion

www.valeriefentress.com

The Beautiful Story Within Me - Kindle edition by Wilson Mize, Kelly, Brayer, Mark. Children Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com.

Kelly Wilson Mize — A Grace-Filled Journey Toward Perfect Peace~writing

Let's discover great books together!

Follow for more:
FB: @bookworthypodcast
Instagram: @bookworthy_podcast
YouTube: BookWorthy Podcast - YouTube
tiktok: @valeriefentress