BookWorthy Chats with Lyndsey Lewellen

In this episode of Bookworthy, Valerie interviews YA author Lindsay Llewellyn about her latest book, The Cryer Stone, the sequel to The Chaos Grid. They discuss the inspiration behind the story, the character development, and the themes of adventure and forgiveness. Lindsay shares her journey as a writer, her experiences with dyslexia, and how she incorporates Christian elements into her fiction. The conversation also touches on the importance of engaging reluctant readers and the influence of other books on her writing.

Takeaways

 Lindsay's inspiration for The Cryer Stone came from Texas traffic.

The Cryer Stone explores themes of adventure and forgiveness.

Lindsay aims to provide an escape for young adult readers.

The story is inspired by the biblical book of Jonah.

Art and writing are intertwined in Lindsay's creative process.

Lindsay's writing journey began later in life due to dyslexia.

She wants her stories to be uplifting and relatable.

The Cryer Stone features more romance than its predecessor.

Engaging reluctant readers is crucial for fostering a love of reading.

Lindsay encourages parents to find books that match their children's interests.

Chapters

 00:00 Introduction to Lindsay Llewellen and The Cryer Stone

01:28 Exploring the World of The Cryer Stone

03:50 Character Development and Themes in The Cryer Stone

05:11 Inspiration and Message for Young Adults

06:43 Biblical Inspirations in The Cryer Stone

07:59 Artistic Elements and Comic Book Influence

09:36 Lindsay's Writing Journey and Overcoming Dyslexia

12:38 Incorporating Christian Elements in Fiction

15:21 Favorite Books and Influences

17:31 Encouraging Reluctant Readers

21:25 Future Projects and Conclusion

Lyndsey Lewellen - YA Author 📖

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