Play it Again with Tama Fortner

Summary

 In this episode of the Bookworthy Podcast, Valerie Fentress interviews Tama Fortner, the author of the children's book 'God, I Feel Scared.' They discuss childhood fears, the importance of trusting God with fear, and the power of children's books. Tama shares her experience collaborating with prominent authors and the impact of books in her own life. She also talks about her writing journey and her upcoming adult devotional. Listeners are encouraged to check out Tama's books and engage in the comments section.

Takeaways

 Fear is a natural emotion that can be addressed by turning to God.

Children's books have the power to teach important concepts and lay foundations for faith.

Writing for children is a privilege and a responsibility to give them the best tools for navigating life.

Reading to children creates precious moments of connection and fosters a love for reading.

Chapters

 00:00 Introduction and Pumpkin Spice vs. Apple Cider

01:11 Childhood Fears

03:18 Trusting God with Fear

06:27 Collaborating on the Book

08:17 The Power of Children's Books

09:01 Takeaway: Fear is on Purpose

10:42 Working with Prominent Authors

12:07 The Importance of Children's Books

14:08 Tama's Writing Journey

15:56 Impactful Books in Tama's Life

17:42 Taking Writing Seriously

19:05 Favorite Children's Book

20:52 What's Next for Tama

22:22 Where to Find Tama and Her Books

22:47 Conclusion

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