Summary In this episode of Bookworthy, host Valerie talks with author Jennifer Blankley about her love for animals and how it influences her writing. Jennifer shares her journey from being a grief counselor to becoming an aut...

Summary In this episode of Bookworthy, Valerie interviews Linda McKillop about her middle-grade book, Hotel Oscar Mike Echo. The conversation covers various topics, including the inspiration behind the book's unusual title, a...

SummaryIn this episode, Valerie interviews Rachel Hartzell, the author of the picture book series 'The Garden Scouts.' They discuss Rachel's favorite bugs and bug encounters, as well as the lessons we can learn from bugs. Rachel s...

SummeryIn this episode of the Bookworthy Podcast, Valerie Fentress interviews Sally Cressman, author of 'The Dance of Easter.' Sally shares her favorite season and discusses her background and family. She introduces her book and expl...

Summary In this episode of Bookworthy, Valerie interviews Jarm Del Boccio about her award-winning middle-grade novel, The Heart Changer. Jarm shares the inspiration behind the book and her desire to help kids explore forgiven...