The Christian Bookworm
By SK Bell
A weekly podcast that tells you about a fiction, nonfiction, and children's book written by and for Christians
The Christian BookwormMay 24, 2023
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60- Listener recommendations!
This week I'm sharing recommendations of all kinds from all of you! Full shownotes available at www.authorskbell.com/p/shownotes.html
May 24, 202319:54
59- home library, historical suspense, Christian celebrities, and allegory
I'm sharing two recommendations in each category this week because why not?! Full show notes available at www.authorskbell.com/p/shownotes.html
May 03, 202328:55
58- An author I'm loving, Heaven, and human cloning?!
58- An author I'm loving, Heaven, and human cloning?! This week I'm chatting about a fiction author I'm loving, another NDE Heaven story, and a YA fiction about human cloning! Full show notes available at www.authorskbell.com/p/show notes.html
Apr 13, 202319:58
57- If you liked that, try this!
Recommending books and authors to try based on the authors and genres you already love. Full show notes available at www.authorskbell.com/p/shownotes.html
Mar 29, 202331:53
56- Book judgers, suspense-but-not-suspense, Mom standards, beautiful special needs picture book
This week I'm talking about book judgers, suspense-but-not-suspense, Mom standards, and a beautiful special needs picture book. Full shownotes available at www.authorskbell.com/p/shownotes.html
Mar 21, 202319:13
55- The Emily Episode
Split-time, fantasy, and great books for teens! Full shownotes available at www.authorskbell.com/p/shownotes.html
Mar 05, 202355:60
54- Recommendations for your goals and intentions
This week is jam-packed full of books and I am sharing fiction, nonfiction, and children's book selections that I hope will inspire and encourage you with your 2023 goals and intentions! Full shownotes available at www.autjorskbell.com/p/shownotes.html
Feb 18, 202338:58
53- Liz Tolsma of Christian Historical Fiction Talk Podcast!
This week I am so excited to get to share a conversation with Liz Tolsma of Christian Historical Fiction Talk Podcast!
Full show notes available at http://www.authorskbell.com/p/shownotes.html
Jan 20, 202333:06
52- Christmas AND non-Christmas
This week I'm talking about whether or not it is selfish to not be feeling merry around the holidays and I'm sharing an update on my current Christmas reads + some non-Christmas reads for those who aren't into holiday reading.
Full show notes available at http://www.authorskbell.com/p/shownotes.html
Dec 07, 202234:28
51- Christmas 2022!
This is my third annual Christmas episode with my mom, Cindy (The Queen of Christmas!) We've got book recommendations, a movie recommendation, and some general Christmassy bookish fun to share.
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Nov 27, 202226:47
50- Great depression and former slaves, parenting, and mini mysteries for the middle grade crowd
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Nov 09, 202217:11
49- Christy Awards, homesteading, a book about books, children's devotional
This episode is all about the 2022 Christy Awards finalists I've read/have on my shelves, a historical fiction about homesteaders, a nonfiction book all about other books, and the children's devotional we've been enjoying lately. Full shownotes available at http://www.authorskbell.com/p/shownotes.html
Oct 14, 202222:20
48- Ancient prophecy, dreaming big, and middle grade set in Scotland!
This week I've got a few other fun Christian book podcast/YouTube recommendations and three great Christian books to add to your TBR list! Full shownotes available at http://www.authorskbell.com/p/shownotes.html
Sep 23, 202216:54
47- Currently reading + what I'll read next
This week I'm sharing my current reads and some new releases I'm excited to read next! Full shownotes at www.authorskbell.com
Jul 29, 202238:39
46- Family dynamics and read-alouds with Robin W Pearson
This week I'm chatting with Christy Award winning author Robin W Pearson about her powerful new book on family dynamics and some of her favorite read-alouds with her children. Full shownotes available at www.authorskbell.com/p/shownotes.html
Jul 19, 202221:58
45- Summer reading, suspense, hard nonfiction, and a fantasy middle grade series
This week I'm telling you about the summer reading programs we've joined, the perfect suspenseful beach read, a nonfiction book that wasn't pleasant to read but challenged and grew me, and a middle grade fantasy series. Full shownotes available at www.authorskbell.com/p/shownotes.html
Jun 23, 202223:31
44- Currently reading and fantasy with James E Merritt
This week I am telling you about my current reads and chatting with a guest about fantasy... and all things bookish, of course! Full shownotes at www.authorskbell.com/p/shownotes.html
Jun 01, 202241:33
43- New releases, fiction Narnia fans will love, travel, and middle grade historical fiction
This week I'm telling you about the new releases publishers just sent me, a secular book Christian readers might love, a travel memoir, and middle grade historical fiction. Full shownotes available at www.authorskbell.com/p/shownotes.html
May 19, 202226:04
42- Re-reading, hurricane romance, savoring a slower life, and hope
This week I'm sharing my thoughts on re-reading and recommending a contemporary romance set during a hurricane, a manifesto for slowing down and cherishing the life right in front of us, and a picture book with a message of hope. Full shownotes at www.authorskbell.com/p/shownotes.html
May 11, 202225:42
41- A bookish weekend, revolutionary war time slip, CIA memoir, and an inspiring little boy
This week I'm talking about a bookish weekend, a revolutionary war time slip, a CIA memoir, and an inspiring little boy whose story warmed my heart. Full shownotes at www.authorskbell.com/p/shownotes.html
May 04, 202225:35
40- Listener recommendations of all kinds!
This episode is full of listener recommendations, a great episode for finding recommendations very different from my usual recs! Full shownotes available at www.authorskbell.com/p/shownotes.html
Apr 28, 202221:38
39- Multiple perspectives, brain science + faith, and a middle grade Bible study
This week I'm sharing exciting news and telling you all about a contemporary Christian fiction featuring lots of issues and multiple perspectives, a powerful nonfiction that combines faith with brain science to bring peace and healing into your life, and a middle grade girls' Bible study on Miriam & courage! Full shownotes available at http://www.authorskbell.com/p/shownotes.html
Apr 21, 202224:08
38- sweet fiction, forgiveness after wrongful incarceration, others' opinions vs God's opinions
In this episode I'm talking about sweet contemporary fiction, forgiveness after wrongful incarceration, and others' opinions vs God's opinions of us. You can find full shownotes at www.authorskbell.com/p/shownotes.html
Apr 13, 202217:37
37- A scandalous Christian-y movie, 80s teenage pregnancy, cancer, and biblical fiction
Today I'm chatting about a scandalous Christian-y movie, an 80s teenage pregnancy, a powerful cancer journey, and biblical fiction. Full shownotes at www.authorskbell.com/p/shownotes.html
Apr 07, 202229:35
36- Bookish bad habits, WWII, Christian celebrities, a picture book explaining God
In this episode I'm talking about bookish bad habits, WWII, Christian celebrities, and a picture book explaining God. Full shownotes available at www.authorskbell.com/p/shownotes.html
Mar 31, 202229:47
35- Where to find books, YA historical fiction fantasy, stretching my empathy muscles, adventure!
In this episode I'll tell you about how I find books, YA historical fiction fantasy, stretching my empathy muscles, and a middle grade adventure I can't stop recommending! Full shownotes available at www.authorskbell.com/p/shownotes.html
Mar 23, 202227:55
34- Suspense, creating, and being just who God made you to be!
Thoughts on "Christian fiction," suspense, creating, and being just who God made you to be! Full shownotes at www.authorskbell.com/p/shownotes.html
Mar 14, 202217:54
33- lighthearted AND emotional fiction, healing nonfiction, and the perfect read-aloud for Easter!
The importance of knowing what tone you prefer in a book, lighthearted AND emotional fiction, healing nonfiction, and the perfect read-aloud for Easter! Full shownotes at www.authorskbell.com/p/shownotes.html
Mar 07, 202222:58
32- Deeper contemporary chick lit and allegory with Liana George
Joining me this week is Liana George, author of Perfectly Arranged. Full shownotes available at www.authorskbell.com/p/shownotes.html
Feb 24, 202214:26
30- My life as a book blogger, fiction in China, boundaries, the mark of the beast
This week I'm chatting with you about how I get free books from publishers! This is the ins and outs, pros and cons of reviewing books... And some book recommendations too, of course! Full shownotes at www.authorskbell.com/p/shownotes.html
Jan 13, 202233:31
29- Books to support your 2022 goals
Happy New Year! You told me your goals, resolutions, and Words of the Year. I put together a list of books I thought might help! Full shownotes at www.authorskbell.com/p/shownotes.html
Jan 01, 202233:57
28- Christmas with Sara's mom, Cindy
This week I'm chatting with my mom, the queen of Christmas! We're talking about Christmas reads, great gifts for bookworms, and the general magic of the holiday season. Full shownotes available at www.authorskbell.com/p/shownotes.html
Nov 26, 202126:25
27- Deep nonfiction and books set in Texas with Brenda McDearmon
Deep nonfiction and books set in Texas with Brenda McDearmon. Full shownotes at www.authorskbell.com/p/shownotes.html
Nov 18, 202116:51
26- Historical fiction, history, true crime and dystopian with Tracy Stone Lawson!
This week you'll get to meet Tracy Stone Lawson and hear about a few too many books, as per usual :] Full shownotes available at www.authorskbell.com/p/shownotes.html
Nov 05, 202119:37
22- Books My Grandma Loved
This fiction-heavy episode covers one nonfiction recommendation for moms, five secular children's selections, and several historical and women's fiction novels my grandmother loved. Full shownotes at www.authorskbell.com/p/shownotes.html
Aug 12, 202130:30
21- We're back!
Kicking off season 2 with a personal life update and a whole slew of books I read over the break! Full shownotes available at www.authorskbell.com/p/shownotes.html
Jul 14, 202134:03
20- Q&A and YOUR recommendations!
Our season 1 finale is my favorite episode yet. Ryan joined me to read your questions and I answered them... And a few of you shared some really great recommendations! Full shownotes at www.authorskbell.com/p/shownotes.html
May 13, 202135:26
19- Making a difference, saying yes, and rethinking parables with Peyton Roberts
Peyton Roberts is joining us this week to chat about her debut novel, blow my mind with a nonfiction book I really needed, and share a children's recommendation I can't wait to get my hands on! Full shownotes at www.authorskbell.com/p/shownotes.html
Apr 28, 202136:32
18- miracles with Amber Van Linge
Amber Van Linge talks about her new miracle-focused fiction series and her favorite Christian picture books before I tell you about a nonfiction miracle healing memoir I loved! Full shownotes at www.authorskbell.com/2021/04/episode-18-christian-bookworm-podcast.html
Apr 14, 202127:53
17- WWII time slip, loving your people better, the sweetest board book
WWII time slip, loving your people better, the sweetest board book! Full shownotes at www.authorskbell.com/p/shownotes.html
Mar 31, 202121:55
Episode 16- Contemporary fiction, side hustle goals, middle grade!
This week I'm telling you about two contemporary fiction novels, a great nonfiction to inspire your side hustle, and a great middle grade novel to inspire your Middle Grade March! Full shownotes at www.authorskbell.com/2021/03/episode-16-christian-bookworm-podcast.html?m=1
Mar 17, 202125:47
14- time slip, encouragement for busy moms, a picture book, and guest Amanda Wen
Chatting today with the lovely Amanda Wen about her debut time slip novel, sharing a great book encouraging to-do-list loving moms, and a picture book the whole family adores! Shownotes at www.authorskbell.com/p/shownotes.html
Feb 18, 202127:14
11- Best secular fiction of 2020, reading goals
This week I'm sharing my 2021 word of the year + reading goals along with my favorite secular books read in 2020. Shownotes available at www.authorskbell.com/p/shownotes.html
Dec 30, 202032:17
10- Romance, history, and a picture book with Sabrina
Sabrina, behind-the-scenes team member of the podcast, shares a favorite suspenseful romance, history, and children's selection we hope you'll love. Shownotes at www.authorskbell.com/2020/12/episode-10-christian-bookworm-podcast.html?m=1
Dec 23, 202039:37
8- Search and rescue, home management, TGTB picture books
A search and rescue suspense series, a nonfiction to help you with your home management goals, and four great picture book selections from The Good and the Beautiful Library. Shownotes at www.authorskbell.com/p/shownotes.html
Dec 09, 202020:14
7- timeslip, essay collection, TGTB readers
My homeschool choices this year, historical fiction timeslip, a five-star essay collection, and three selections for young readers from our favorite Christian homeschool company's book publications! Links in shownotes: www.authorskbell.com/p/shownotes.html
Dec 02, 202025:02
6- Christmas!
This week Sara's mom is on the show and giving you all the Christmas recommendations your heart could hope for! Shownotes at www.authorskbell.com/p/shownotes.html
Nov 26, 202033:53
5- Post-apocalyptic fiction, TV celebrity memoir, Thanksgiving picture books with Ryan
Our first guest- Sara's husband, Ryan! Lots of extra books today... Post-apocalyptic fiction, TV celebrity memoir, movie versions of both, and five more Thanksgiving picture book recommendations.
Nov 18, 202032:33
4- epistolary fiction, missionary memoir, Thanksgiving picture books
Cheerful recommendations... A contemporary epistolary novel, a memoir about an inspiring young woman, and five Thanksgiving picture books.
Nov 11, 202023:20
3- suspense, poetry, 5-star middle grade fiction
Little Free Library, a suspense/thriller perfect for Bourne Identity fans, a poetry book to encourage and support you, and a five-star middle grade fiction
Nov 04, 202020:33
2- PTSD fiction, personality frameworks, fruit of the spirit picture book
Book awards, fiction that addresses PTSD, nonfiction all about personality frameworks, and a picture book that helps children understand God through the fruits of the spirit.
Oct 28, 202022:31
1- timeslip, healing nonfiction, children's devotional
The historical fiction time slip I love, the nonfiction that completely changed my life, and the children's devotional my whole family adores.
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Oct 21, 202021:23