Bonus Chat with Bryan Davis

Summary

In this episode of Bookworthy, Valerie interviews fantasy author Bryan Davis about his latest series, Dragons of Camelot. They discuss the evolution of his storytelling, the importance of faith in his works, and how fantasy literature resonates with young readers. Brian shares insights into his writing journey, the influence of King Arthur on his stories, and the significance of prayer in the lives of young people. He also reflects on the impactful books that have shaped his perspective and hints at future projects.

Takeaways

Bryan Davis has a long history with dragon-themed stories.

The Dragons of Camelot series targets younger readers aged 8-12.

Faith is a central theme in Brian's storytelling.

Fantasy allows for larger-than-life characters that inspire young readers.

Bryan's writing journey began with a collaboration with his children.

Prayer is portrayed as a simple conversation with God in his books.

Bryan emphasizes the importance of mercy and forgiveness in his narratives.

The influence of King Arthur's stories is significant in Bryan's work.

Fantasy literature can help children face real-life challenges.

Bryan plans to continue writing and expanding his series. 

Chapters

 00:00 Introduction to Bryan Davis and His New Series

03:02 The Evolution of Dragons of Camelot

05:59 Faith as a Central Theme in Storytelling

09:02 The Impact of Fantasy on Young Readers

12:00 The Influence of King Arthur on Bryan's Writing

14:58 The Importance of Prayer in Young Lives

18:06 The Journey to Becoming a Writer

21:08 Books That Shaped Brian's Perspective

24:07 Looking Ahead: Future Projects

Bryan Davis - author - official site

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