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Ice Cream with Authors: Christian Books for Kids 7-13Episode 24: Author Visit with Kathryn ButlerIn this episode of Ice Cream with Authors, we are visiting with Kathryn Butler. Kathryn is a trauma surgeon turned writer and homeschooling mom. She is the author of the Dream Keeper Saga.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.If you enjoyed this author visit, please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your ratings and...
2025-08-2138 min
Ice Cream with Authors: Christian Books for Kids 7-13Episode 23: Author Visit with Marianne HeringIn this episode of Ice Cream with Authors, we are visiting with Marianne Hering. Marianne is the author or coauthor of 36 Imagination Station books that show key moments in Christian History. She wants to share the adventure God brings to those who serve Him.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.If you enjoyed this author visit, please rate and...
2025-08-1432 min
Ice Cream with Authors: Christian Books for Kids 7-13Episode 22: Welcome to Season 2!In this episode of Ice Cream with Authors, we’re kicking off the start of Season 2! Tune in to learn what we’ve been up to this summer and what you can expect from Season 2 of the show.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.If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spot...
2025-08-0716 min
Novel MarketingHow to Get Started with Author School Visits and Make Your Book Playground FamousIf you write picture books, chapter books, or middle-grade fiction, you know the challenge: kids read your books, but adults buy them.So how can you let young readers know about your books? Where can you connect with your readers? By meeting them in person in school classrooms!In this week's episode, award-winning author Becca Wierwille shares how school visits became her best book marketing strategy and how you can start doing them too.In this episode, you’ll discover:How to get your first (and second!) school visitWhat to in...
2025-08-0649 min
StoryJumpersRoad Trip Return by Becca WierwilleA faith-filled international adventure for kids ages 8-12 about facing the past to embrace the future.Daniel likes his life the way it is. Simple. Predictable. And most importantly, just him and his older brother, Mateo. But as Mateo's wedding approaches, life is already changing. And Daniel worries Mateo’s fiancée, Skylar, will ruin everything.When Skylar disappears a week before the ceremony, Daniel’s concerns are confirmed. Skylar is trouble. The wedding must be stopped. Drawing on his t...
2025-06-0600 min
Ice Cream with Authors: Christian Books for Kids 7-13Episode 21: Season 1 FinaleIn this finale to Season 1 of Ice Cream with Authors, we’re mixing things up with our very first quiz show! Four of our Season 1 guests (JJ Johnson, Millie Florence, Laurie Christine, and Kristen Joy Wilks) return to the podcast—not to talk about books, but to test their knowledge of books, your hosts, and everything in between. Feel free to shout out answers from home!Whether you’ve been listening since Episode 1 or are just jumping in, this game show is the perfect way to wrap up a season of celebrating stories, authors, and the God who ma...
2025-05-2936 min
BookWorthyBookWorthy Chats with Becca WierwilleSend us a textIn this episode of Bookworthy, Valerie interviews author Becca Wierwille about her latest book, Road Trip Redemption, the third installment in her middle-grade trilogy. The conversation delves into the themes of forgiveness, redemption, and the impact of bullying, as well as Becca's writing journey and her decision to self-publish. They also discuss the importance of children's literature in addressing complex emotions and experiences, and Becca shares her favorite children's books and upcoming projects.TakeawaysJada's story explores themes of forgiveness and redemption.All characters have...
2025-05-2824 min
Redeeming Lit: A Christian Fiction PodcastS4 EP9: Mystery of the Radcliffe Riddle by Taryn Souders with Special GuestsWe’ve got a treat for you today! In this episode, we’re reviewing a middle-grade mystery book, Mystery of the Radcliffe Riddle by Taryn Souders. We’re also joined by two special guests—Amanda Trumpower and Becca Wierwille! Come join the fun as we dive into mysteries, chat about what our guests are writing, hear about their new podcast, and so much more.
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Ice Cream with Authors: Christian Books for Kids 7-13Episode 20: Author Visit with S. D. SmithIn this episode of Ice Cream with Authors, we are visiting with S. D. Smith. S. D. Smith is the author of The Green Ember Series, a million+ selling adventure saga featuring heroic #RabbitsWithSwords. In 2025, Smith authored a new adventure novel and wrote its video-gamization story. Green Ember: Helmer in the Dragon Tomb is the first time a novel and its video game have released at the same time. He is also the author of the madcap Mooses with Bazookas: And Other Stories Children Should Never Read as well as the touching throwback adventure, The Found Boys. Finally, he...
2025-05-2232 min
Ice Cream with Authors: Christian Books for Kids 7-13Episode 19: Author Visit with Kristen Joy WilksIn this episode of Ice Cream with Authors, we are visiting with Kristen Joy Wilks. Kristen Joy Wilks writes from a remote mountain meadow that alternates between quiet and chaos. Her stories highlight the humor and grace God gives amidst the detritus of life. 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.If you enjoyed this author visit, please rate and...
2025-05-1532 min
Ice Cream with Authors: Christian Books for Kids 7-13Mini Scoop: Behind the Scenes at Great Homeschool Convention 2025In this episode of Ice Cream with Authors, we are doing a “Mini Scoop” episode with a few small scoops of behind-the-scenes fun. We filmed this episode in person after our first day at Great Homeschool Convention in Columbus, Ohio, so we’re excited to share more about our experience there—along with a few other fun things!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 g...
2025-05-0807 min
Ice Cream with Authors: Christian Books for Kids 7-13Episode 18: Author Visit with Mark WainwrightIn this episode of Ice Cream with Authors, we are visiting with Mark Wainwright. Mark Wainwright loves using words to entertain, instruct, and inspire. After 16 years in the book publishing industry, he now teaches professional writing courses at a Christian college in Florida. His fiction and nonfiction books continue to delight kids of all ages.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.
2025-05-0126 min
Ice Cream with Authors: Christian Books for Kids 7-13Episode 17: Author Visit with Author Visit with Ella Shine (Penny Reeve and Cecily Paterson)In this episode of Ice Cream with Authors, we are visiting with Ella Shine. Ella Shine LOVES pets of all kinds. She lives in Sydney, Australia with her three cats, four bunnies, parakeet, bearded dragon and an imaginary ant farm for company. (And when she's not doing any of the above, Ella Shine is simply the super fun pen name of two real authors - Penny Reeve and Cecily Paterson writing books together, chapter by chapter.)Ice Cream with Authors is the podcast that brings mini-author visits straight to your home or car! Perfect for kids ages 7...
2025-04-2422 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Becca Wierwille about Road Trip Redemption Nothing says "sign me up now" than a new book from Becca Wierwille. I had the pleasure of reading an early copy of Road Trip Redemption, and boy was I thrilled. Listen in to see why. note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Full of wonderful lessons that appear naturally within the story rather than feeling placed there for maximum impact (read: SERMON), Road Trip Redemption ends the fabulous Road Trip Series with a bang--and an epic road trip. I love th...
2025-04-1944 min
Ice Cream with Authors: Christian Books for Kids 7-13Episode 16: Author Visit with Amanda TrumpowerIn this episode of Ice Cream with Authors, we are visiting again with co-host Amanda Trumpower to talk about her Power Pup series. Amanda writes for Jesus lovers who dig dragons, detectives, and droids.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.If you enjoyed this author visit, please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your ratings...
2025-04-1724 min
Ice Cream with Authors: Christian Books for Kids 7-13Episode 15: Author Visit with Becca WierwilleIn this episode of Ice Cream with Authors, we are visiting again with co-host Becca Wierwille to talk about the third and final book in the Road Trip Rescue series, Road Trip Redemption. Becca is the award-winning author of the Road Trip Rescue series and other stories that show kids they are wonderfully created for the unique adventures in their lives.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...
2025-04-1024 min
Ice Cream with Authors: Christian Books for Kids 7-13Episode 14: The Inside Scoop on Selling Books at Teach Them Diligently 2025In this episode of Ice Cream with Authors, we are sharing the inside scoop on selling books at Teach Them Diligently 2025 in Dayton, Ohio. We (Becca Wierwille and Amanda Trumpower, hosts of Ice Cream with Authors) had so much fun as vendors and speakers at this event, and we’re excited to share about it with you today.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 mi...
2025-04-0315 min
Ice Cream with Authors: Christian Books for Kids 7-13Episode 13: Author Visit with Laurie ChristineIn this episode of Ice Cream with Authors, we are visiting with Laurie Christine. Laurie Christine is an author, podcast host, Bible teacher, wife and mom to four wild, wonderful boys. She writes adventure-packed Biblical fiction and devotions for kids ages 8-12.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.If you enjoyed this author visit, please rate and review the...
2025-03-2729 min
Ice Cream with Authors: Christian Books for Kids 7-13Episode 12: Author Visit with Allie SlocumIn this episode of Ice Cream with Authors, we are visiting with Allie Slocum. Allie Slocum’s passion to introduce children to strong character values is what drives her to write the Character Club series and Character Club Lil Sibs Series. Slocum lives in Colorado with her husband, two daughters, and golden retriever. 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.If...
2025-03-2030 min
Ice Cream with Authors: Christian Books for Kids 7-13Episode 11: Author Visit with JJ JohnsonIn this episode of Ice Cream with Authors, we are visiting with JJ Johnson. JJ Johnson is the two-time award-wining middle grade author of the Iggy & Oz series. He serves as the director of marketing for Realm Makers, and the host of the podcast Geeky Dads talk about Geeky Things. He lives in Edmond, OK with his wife and two boys.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...
2025-03-1322 min
Ice Cream with Authors: Christian Books for Kids 7-13Episode 10: The Inside Scoop on Our Creative ProcessesIn this episode of Ice Cream with Authors, we are sharing the inside scoop on our writing processes, from coming up with an idea to putting the finishing touches on a manuscript. We (Becca Wierwille and Amanda Trumpower, hosts of Ice Cream with Authors) have different creative processes, so we’re excited to share those with you today.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 mi...
2025-03-0623 min
Ice Cream with Authors: Christian Books for Kids 7-13Episode 9: Author Visit with Phyllis WheelerIn this episode of Ice Cream with Authors, we are visiting with Phyllis Wheeler. Phyllis Wheeler writes Christian time-travel stories with a bit of fantasy thrown in. Her award-winning books for kids feature strong families and a moral compass. She and her husband live in St. Louis. Find out more at her website, PhyllisWheeler.com. 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.
2025-02-2719 min
Fable & The VerbivoreEp 264: Interview with Becca WierwilleNotes:Becca is an award-winning middle grade author of the Road Trip Rescue adventure series, editor and book coach, and active member of the Instagram writing community. She and fellow author Amanda Trumpower recently premiered their podcast Ice Cream with Authors made especially for children ages 7 through 13 that features interviews with Christian middle grade writers where they read from their work, share about their stories, and give practical writing advice.The third book in her “Road Trip Rescue” series titled Road Trip Redemption is set to release on April 9th, 2025. You can connect with B...
2025-02-2529 min
Ice Cream with Authors: Christian Books for Kids 7-13Episode 8: Author Visit with Amanda Cleary EastepIn this episode of Ice Cream with Authors, we are visiting with Amanda Cleary Eastep. Amanda Cleary Eastep is not related to Beverly Cleary. But she is an award-winning children’s author, and the Tree Street Kids is her middle grade series for kids 8-12.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.If you enjoyed this author visit, please rate an...
2025-02-2033 min
Ice Cream with Authors: Christian Books for Kids 7-13Episode 7: Author Visit with Carolyn LeiloglouIn this episode of Ice Cream with Authors, we are visiting with Carolyn Leiloglou, author of the award-winning middle grade fantasy series The Restorationists. She is the granddaughter of art collectors, daughter of an art teacher, and homeschooling mom to four wildly creative kids. You can find Carolyn everywhere online as House full of Bookworms.Audio excerpted with permission of Penguin Random House Audio from Beneath the Swirling Sky by Carolyn Leiloglou; Read by Michael Crouch © 2023, Carolyn Leiloglou, ℗ Penguin Random House, LLC.Ice Cream with Authors is the podcast that brings mini-author visits straight to you...
2025-02-1320 min
Ice Cream with Authors: Christian Books for Kids 7-13Episode 6: Author Visit with Catherine WitzaneyIn this episode of Ice Cream with Authors, we are visiting with Catherine Witzaney, author of the Wingless Cycle series. Catherine is a middle grade fantasy author of tiny, bird-riding warrior sprites. Her writing pursuits are fuelled by coffee and the grace of God.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.If you enjoyed this author visit, please rate and...
2025-02-0630 min
Ice Cream with Authors: Christian Books for Kids 7-13Episode 5: Author Visit with Jon TiltonIn this episode of Ice Cream with Authors, we are visiting with Jon Tilton, author of The Lands of Luxury series. Jon writes heartwarming adventures stories that the whole family can enjoy.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.If you enjoyed this author visit, please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your ratings and reviews...
2025-01-3021 min
Ice Cream with Authors: Christian Books for Kids 7-13Episode 4: Author Visit with Millie FlorenceIn this episode of Ice Cream with Authors, we are visiting with Millie Florence, author of Beyond Mulberry Glen. Millie published her first book, Honey Butter, at age 13 and hasn’t stopped since! She’s gone on to publish The Balter of Ashton Harper and her newest book Beyond Mulberry Glen, released this year through Sarah Mackenzie’s publishing house Waxwing Books.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...
2025-01-2326 min
Ice Cream with Authors: Christian Books for Kids 7-13Episode 3: Meet Amanda TrumpowerIn this episode of Ice Cream with Authors, meet Amanda Trumpower, one of the co-hosts of the show. Amanda writes for Jesus lovers who dig dragons, detectives, and droids.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.If you enjoyed this author visit, please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your ratings and reviews help us reach...
2025-01-1618 min
Ice Cream with Authors: Christian Books for Kids 7-13Episode 2: Meet Becca WierwilleIn this episode of Ice Cream with Authors, meet Becca Wierwille, one of the co-hosts of the show. Becca is the award-winning author of the Road Trip Rescue series and other stories that show kids they are wonderfully created for the unique adventures in their lives.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.If you enjoyed this author visit, please...
2025-01-0923 min
On WritingEpisode 6: Becca Wierwille, Middle-Grade Christian Contemporary AuthorWelcome to On Writing! A podcast that interviews authors from all over the country to talk about their books and their journeys in becoming authors. Each week will have a different guest. We will be interviewing authors of both fiction and non fiction, and all genres will be explored throughout the show's run.
This episode's guest is Becca Wierwille. She is the award-winning author of the Road Trip Rescue series and other stories that show kids they are wonderfully created for the unique adventures in their lives.
For more information about Becca and her books, go...
2025-01-0633 min
Ice Cream with Authors: Christian Books for Kids 7-13Episode 1: Welcome to Ice Cream with Authors!In this episode of Ice Cream with Authors, we are introducing this show to the grown-ups: to the parents, grandparents, teachers, and others who might want to share our podcast with the young readers in their lives. We will cover four main topics: the differences between chapter books and middle grade, our definition of Christian fiction, our content guidelines, and what you might want to know about Becca Wierwille and Amanda Trumpower, hosts of Ice Cream with Authors.Ice Cream with Authors is the podcast that brings mini-author visits straight to your home or car! Perfect for...
2025-01-0419 min
Middle Grade Matters[Listen Again] Ep. 30: Becca Wierwille (Road Trip Rescue) on Independently Publishing a Middle Grade NovelOn this episode, which originally aired in January 2024, I talk with author Becca Wierwille about her debut middle grade novel, Road Trip Rescue, which she independently published with support from a Kickstarter campaign. We talk about the challenges of independently publishing (a/k/a self-publishing) for the middle grade market, Becca's decision to transition from a traditional path to an independent one, and how she reaches young readers with her stories.Books and resources mentioned in this episode include:Road Trip Rescue, by Becca WierwilleSave the Cat Writes a Novel, by Jessica BrodyAuthor MediaThe Snowflake Method f...
2024-12-3149 min
Read Clean YA with CJFinding Hope and Belonging: Inside Becca Wierwille's Road Trip Rescue SeriesWelcome to another episode of Read Clean YA with CJ! Today, we’re exploring the heartwarming world of middle-grade author Becca Wierwille and her Road Trip Rescue series.
A heartwarming adventure for kids ages 8-12 with a missing dog, a determined girl, a pink-haired aunt, and themes of faith and friendship.
Find the full episode show notes at ReadCleanYA.com
Links to Things Discussed in this Episode
Road Trip Rescue: https://beccawierwille.square.site
Becca’s Website: https://beccawierwille.com
2024-12-0425 minRedeeming Lit: A Christian Fiction PodcastS3 EP29: Author Interview with Becca WierwilleLooking for great book recommendations for the kids in your life? We've got you covered! In this week's episode, we're joined by the kind and delightful author Becca Wierwille, creator of the Road Trip Rescue series. Tune in for a fun convo, and we hope you enjoy!
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StoryJumpersRoad Trip Rescue by Becca WierwilleTwelve-year-old Kimmy trusts dogs more than people.After all, her dog Bo never made fun of her for having one hand. But two years ago, Bo disappeared.When Kimmy stumbles across a magazine photo of a dog in upstate New York that looks just like Bo, she knows she has to find him. Her parents seem oddly unsupportive, but pink-haired, adventure-hungry Aunt Skylar agrees to a road trip with a stop in the Adirondacks. Kimmy jumps at the chance to bring her furry family member home.
2024-09-1300 min
THRIVE PODCASTWhat Every One of Us Wants (and Needs) to Know about Female Friendship - with Danielle Bayard JacksonFriends…it’s time to talk friendships. Making (+ keeping!) girlfriends as grownups is a whole ‘nother level. So many of the stresses we faced on the playground or in the high school halls can somehow feel…alarmingly similar to thoughts racing through our brains as adults. Add to that changing seasons, growing families, different priorities and stages, and it’s like the Wild West out there, ladies! Female friendship coach, educator and author Danielle Bayard Jackson is on THRIVE today, and let us be the first to say - it’s one of our most FIRE episodes on friendship ever! How do...
2024-09-1142 min
The Because Fiction PodcastA Chat with Becca Wierwille about Road Trip Return When I learned that Becca Wierwille was taking a trip to Guatemala in Road Trip Return, I knew I was going to like this book! Listen in to see why Guatemala and what's coming in this sequel to her debut novel! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. Daniel from Road Trip Return is back in this international story of family, friendship, and finding peace with the things that happen in our lives. Becca shared her own history with Guatemala, how she wor...
2024-09-0632 minTHRIVE PODCASTYes, You're Limited (and that's...actually okay) - with Kelly KapicEver feel perpetually guilty for not doing more? Like no matter what you do or how hard you try, it’s simply never enough? Maybe the secret isn’t in finding the right system or adopting the right mindset routine - maybe it’s in accepting that maybe, just maybe, you’re actually just human.Get 15% off your entire order at TRUENUTRITION.com with promo code THRIVECONNECT WITH KELLY KAPICBOOK COVENANT COLLEGEMORE EPISODES YOU'LL LOVELOVELOVETHE SECR...
2024-09-0443 minTHRIVE PODCASTMy Favorite Advice on Intentional Parenting - with Destini Davis*This month we're re-running our top episodes of all time. We hope you enjoy this conversation, whether it's your first time tuning in or a worthwhile re-listen!This episode is a true treat for parents who want to THRIVE. Destini is a certified parenting coach, a social media rockstar, the author of Very Intentional Parenting, and one of my personal FAVORITE people to follow on Instagram. Her advice today is equal parts practical and applicable. We talk about how to build better connections with your kids and challenge the idea of “discipline” as means of t...
2024-08-2839 min
BookWorthyPlay it Again with Becca WierwilleSend us a textSummary In this episode of the Bookworthy Podcast, Valerie Fentress interviews author Becca Wierwelle about her middle-grade adventure book, 'Road Trip Rescue.' They discuss their favorite road trips, the inspiration behind the book, and the importance of embracing differences. Bekah shares her journey to becoming an author and how she finds story ideas. They also talk about impactful books and the messages Bekah hopes to communicate to kids through her writing. The episode concludes with a discussion about future road trip plans.Takeaways
2024-08-2123 minTHRIVE PODCASTHow to be your Happiest Self (REALLY!) - with Dr. Wendy O’Connor*This month we're re-running our top episodes of all time. We hope you enjoy this conversation, whether it's your first time tuning in or a worthwhile re-listen!Life, love, and the pursuit of happiness - can we truly have it all? In today's episode of THRIVE, we're having a conversation with Stanford-trained clinical psychologist, Dr. Wendy O'Connor, who uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Positive Psychology to treat stress management, anxiety, and depression. Wendy is also a Life Strategist and Coach, and she's giving us her best tactical tips and tricks to be happier in...
2024-08-0743 minTHRIVE PODCASTYou were Uniquely Made for This - with Becca WierwilleFor years, Becca Wierwille felt different than everyone else. Namely because she was born with only half of one arm. But instead of letting her limb difference define her, she’s learned to lean in, acknowledge how it impacts her life, and then use it as a way to celebrate others’ differences and God’s intentional design for each of us. Today, Becca writes stories to show kids they are wonderfully created for the unique adventures in their lives, and she’s sharing her story on THRIVE to remind you that your differences truly make you BEAUTIFUL.
CONNECT...
2024-05-2241 min
Kidlit Love: Conversations with Picture Book, Middle Grade and YA AuthorsE28: Becca Wierwille: Road Trip RescueToday, I’m talking with Becca Wierwille, the author of the loveable, huggable middle grade novel: Road Trip Rescue.
It’s packed with so many middle grade themes: dogs, family, friendship, road trips and love mixed in with a healthy dose of accepting yourself for who you are.
Come listen as Becca and I talk about her purpose for writing, what she hopes readers will get out of her books and her journey to her delightful book series.
You’ll find the show notes for the episode with links to all of the books an...
2024-05-0330 min
Between the LinesAuthor Becca WierwilleBecca Wierwille is an author of middle grade fiction whose tagline is Live Wonderfully Created. She writes stories about extraordinary kids, unexpected adventures, and forever friends. Her latest book, Road Trip Rescue, is a 2024 Selah Award finalist. It is Book 1 of her Road Trip Series and is geared for children ages 8-12. Although, I’m far beyond that age range, I thoroughly enjoyed the audiobook. Book 2, Road Trip Return, is in the works and awaiting Kickstarter funds to be launched. You can connect with Becca, sign up for her newsletter, and follow her bl...
2024-04-1830 min
Ink and Impact for Christian Writers - How to successfully write, self-publish, and market your book as an indie authorThe Benefits of Using Personal Experience in Fiction Writing with Becca Wierwille (Ep.73)I recently had the honor of interviewing Becca Wierwille, author of the middle grade novel, Road Trip Rescue. On today's episode, we address how to incorporate your own experience into a fictional story ... and why it matters. Regardless of what genre of fiction you're writing - and even if you're writing nonfiction - today's episode offers practical advice, tips, and lots of encouragement to guide you in this topic of incorporating your own experience into your writing. I'm just excited to share it with you. Listen i...
2024-02-1530 min
BookWorthyBookWorthy Talks with Becca WierwilleSend us a textSummaryIn this episode of the Bookworthy Podcast, Valerie Fentress interviews author Becca Wierwelle about her middle-grade adventure book, 'Road Trip Rescue.' They discuss their favorite road trips, the inspiration behind the book, and the importance of embracing differences. Becca shares her journey to becoming an author and how she finds story ideas. They also talk about impactful books and the messages Becca hopes to communicate to kids through her writing. The episode concludes with a discussion about future road trip plans.Takeaways
2024-01-2422 min
The Bookshop at the End of the InternetBookshop Interview with Author Becca Wierwille, Episode #199 Author Becca Wierwille discusses her new middle grade novel, Road Trip Rescue, in which 12-year-old Kimmy loses her dog Bo. But Bo is more than just a pet. He is Kimmy’s best friend—because Bo never made fun of her for being born with only one hand. When Kimmy stumbles across a magazine photo of a dog eating an ice cream cone, she knows in her heart that the dog is Bo. With the aid of her Aunt Skylar, an adventure-seeking, pink-haired woman, Kimmy goes on a road trip to try to find her dog. Becca and her main...
2023-12-2031 min
Unlocked: Daily Devotions for TeensThe Gift of Peace
READ: JOHN 14:15-31; GALATIANS 5:22-26; PHILIPPIANS 4:4-9
Advent takes place during the four weeks before Christmas, and it’s a time when some Christians prepare to celebrate Jesus’s first coming and look forward to His return. During Advent, many Christians reflect on different themes each week, and one theme is God’s peace.
Peace isn’t something we earn. It’s not something we can work to receive on our own. Peace is a gift Jesus freely gives. We see this truth in John 14, when Jesus comforts His disciples as the time of His death draw...
2023-12-0304 min
The Shepherd's PieDisability and Faithfulness (#84)In this episode, Antony Barone Kolenc speaks with Becca Wierwille about coping with physical disabilities through the eyes of faith, and we discuss her middle-grade novel, Road Trip Rescue.
Becca's website: https://beccawierwille.com/
2023-11-2627 min
Inspirational Journeys: Stories that MatterRoad Trip Rescue Book Launch with Becca WierwilleDon’t let your limitations or disability keep you from doing
the work God has called you to do. That’s what my special guest and I talk about
in today’s episode. Beca Wierwille discuss how she has learned to write in
spite of her disability. She also shares her writing process and tips for
writers as an editor and as an editor. In spite of technical issues at the end,
I recommend having a journal handy as you tune into this conversation, because
there are a lot of golden nuggets to put
in your writer’s toolbox.
Bec...
2023-10-3138 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastRoad Trip RescueBecca Wierwille is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her debut middle-grade novel "Road Trip Rescue." Becca tells us about her book, her personal experiences, and the importance of representation in children's literature. "Road Trip Rescue" is an adventurous tale about Kimmy, a girl who embarks on a journey to find her missing dog. Along the way, she learns about friendship, differences, and the power of faith. Becca's book is not only a captivating story but also brings awareness to limb differences, promoting inclusivity and empathy among young readers. Click here to visit Becca's website - https://b...
2023-10-1226 min
Unlocked: Daily Devotions for TeensCome and SeeREAD: PSALM 34:1-8; JOHN 1:35-51
John 1 is one of my favorite chapters of the Bible. Twice in this single passage, we hear the words, “Come and see.”
First, the words are spoken by Jesus Himself. John the Baptist is with two of his disciples, and when Jesus passes by, John can’t keep the excitement to himself. “Look!” he tells them. “There is the Lamb of God!” (John 1:36).
The two disciples immediately follow Jesus. He asks them what they want, and when they ask him where He’s staying, Jesus replies, “Come and see” (verse 39). A...
2023-09-3004 min
Unlocked: Daily Devotions for TeensCreated for Community
READ: ACTS 2:42-47; EPHESIANS 2:13-22; 1 THESSALONIANS 5:11
When God created Adam, He said that people shouldn’t be alone. And so, God created Eve. From the beginning, God created people for community. God designed Adam and Eve to thrive in fellowship—in companionship and intimacy with one another (Genesis 1-2).
But then, Adam and Eve disobeyed God. Adam blamed Eve, and she blamed the serpent. No one wanted to take responsibility. Trust was broken. God banished them from the Garden of Eden, and He warned them that life would be different. And it was. Humanity was trap...
2023-09-1704 min
Unlocked: Daily Devotions for TeensOur Eyes Are on You
READ: PSALM 119:25-40; EPHESIANS 1:18-23; HEBREWS 12:1-3
Hebrews 12:1-2 holds some of my favorite words in the Bible: “Let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith.”
I’ve always loved this idea of fixing our eyes on Jesus. But in our everyday lives, we probably don’t think too much about where we direct our focus. Maybe we should start paying more attention. Because where we fix our eyes changes our entire perspective.
When we go through our lives without thi...
2023-06-3005 min
Unlocked: Daily Devotions for TeensTroubled Heart
READ: PSALM 34:1-8; MATTHEW 6:25-34; JOHN 14:1-7; PHILIPPIANS 4:4-9
Why do we worry when we know that God loves us? Why do we let our hearts become troubled when we know that Jesus warns us against that very thing? I wish I could say I never have a troubled heart. I wish I could say I easily and naturally surrender my worries to God. But I do worry—many of us do. Why do we deal with worry, fear, and other struggles? Shouldn’t we be able to leave these behind when we follow Jesus?
The...
2023-06-2904 min
Write from the DeepWhy Story Matters with Guest Becca WierwilleGuest Becca Wierwille joins us in an exploration of the importance of story, not just for our readers, but for ourselves as writers. We all connect with stories in wonderfully different ways, but one special power they have is the ability to challenge us to delve into our world, and the people in it, unearthing …
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2023-06-1926 min
Write from the DeepWhy Story Matters with Guest Becca WierwilleGuest Becca Wierwille joins us in an exploration of the importance of story, not just for our readers, but for ourselves as writers. Come enjoy Becca’s insights and wisdom as we venture into the deep! For more information and the full show notes, visit writefromthedeep.com.
2023-06-1926 min
Unlocked: Daily Devotions for TeensThe Best ChoiceI struggle with making decisions. I have some perfectionistic tendencies, so I spend too much time thinking about choices that don’t matter much in the long run. And in the past, I’ve let myself sit in these decisions for far too long, going back and forth and seeking out every expert, trying to pick the absolute right thing. .But one thing God has been teaching me lately is that when we make the best choice of all, the other parts of our lives tend to fall into place. And even if they don’t, it’s okay. Because af...
2023-05-0104 min
Geeky Dads talk about Geeky Things!Ep 28: Geeking Out Over Middle Grade Fiction with Geek Mom Amanda TrumpowerOn the show today we welcome Geek Mom Amanda Trumpower! Amanda is a Middle Grade Author: She writes for Jesus lovers who dig dragons, detectives, and droids. Today Amanda Geek out over Middle Grade fiction and chat a bit about her books! You can learn more about her at https://amandatrumpower.com During todays episode Amanda dropped two recommendations of authors to watch for. Becca Wierwille and Rachel Kimberly Hastings.
2023-02-2232 min
Unlocked: Daily Devotions for TeensStarstruckIn high school, I had a plan for my life, and I didn’t want anything to get
in the way. I loved Jesus, but I didn’t want to surrender my goals to Him.
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My junior year, I had the chance to go on a trip with my church to
Honduras. We had a week of medical clinics, building homes, and soccer
games. But my favorite part was the relationships we built with our
Honduran coworkers and neighbors. The last night of the trip, we sprawled
on the driveway of t...
2022-12-3104 min
Unlocked: Daily Devotions for TeensWhat We Can HandleMaybe you’ve heard the saying: God will never give us more than we can
handle. I’d never thought much about that idea until I found myself in
Guatemala, begging God not to let both of my grandparents pass away while I
was gone.
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My grammy had been sick when I left for my semester abroad, and I’d said a
different kind of goodbye to her. But now my pop-pop had cancer too? How
could this be happening?
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This is too much! I cried out to...
2022-12-1404 min
The Grace Upon Grace Podcast48. How Stories are All Around Us & We All Have Valuable Stories to Tell with Becca WierwilleWe all have valuable stories to tell. I am so excited that I got to sit down and talk with Becca Wierwille, an Instagram friend of mine and writer! It was so nice to connect with her and talk about stories; how stories are all around us and how important it is to see the world this way. We talk about how we ourselves have significant stories to tell and the same is true of every human being. We all have so much value & depth; our stories matter. Becca shares about why she thinks our stories have power, how to...
2021-03-1729 min
FocusGod’s message was so clearIn the fall of 2016, Becca Lapp Wierwille traveled to Cusco, Peru, to be a mission intern with EMM teaching English at PROMESA, a school connected with the Peruvian Mennonite Church. Becca was looking for adventure, for a chance to serve others, and to grow closer to God’s heart. She was able to use the internship for credit to complete her college degree. Becca’s semester in Peru did meet all of these expectations.
2019-05-0603 min