Ice Cream with Authors: Christian Books for Kids 7-13
Imagine sitting down for a scoop of your favorite ice cream while chatting with an author who writes the stories you love. Welcome to Ice Cream with Authors, the podcast that brings mini-author visits straight to your home or car! Perfect for kids ages 7 through 13 and their grown-ups, each episode serves up delightful conversations with authors who create faith-filled chapter books and middle grade adventures. Whether you’re a budding bookworm or a seasoned reader, this podcast is your chance to discover new Christian children’s books, meet inspiring writers, and enjoy sweet stories that nourish the soul. Tune in, and let’s share a treat together!
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Ice Cream with Authors: Christian Books for Kids 7-13
Episode 56: A Special Episode for Young Writers with Josiah DeGraaf
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In this episode of Ice Cream with Authors, we are visiting with Josiah DeGraaf. Josiah taught high school English for four years before becoming the program director of the Young Writer’s Workshop. His passion is for helping Christian writers enthrall readers with honest storytelling.
In this special episode for young writers, we’re talking about how to come up with good story ideas, how to use fanfiction to get started writing your own stories, and more!
Ice Cream with Authors is the podcast that brings mini-author visits straight to your home or car! Perfect for kids ages 7 through 13 and their grown-ups, each episode serves up delightful conversations with authors who create faith-filled chapter books and middle grade adventures.
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Also, here's a note from cohost Becca Wierwille! The next three books in Becca's Scout and Barnaby Mysteries will soon be available to order early through Kickstarter. These books star a girl and her dog who solve mysteries together at a Christian wilderness camp. Follow the Kickstarter pre-launch page to find out as soon as the books are available.
