Play it Again with Dominique Okonkwo

07/01/2026 25 min
Play it Again with Dominique Okonkwo

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Send us a textIn this episode, Valerie interviews Dominique Okonkwo, the author of the rhyming picture book 'No Greater Love.' They discuss Dominique's inspiration for the book, the challenges of explaining God's love to children, and the importance of faith-based stories for kids. Dominique also shares her writing journey and her plans for future books. Overall, the conversation highlights the power of storytelling to teach and entertain children while reinforcing biblical truths.Writer Portfolio | Dominique Okonkwo | Miami MotherhoodTakeaways Children's books can be a powerful tool to teach and reinforce biblical truths.Explaining abstract concepts like God's love to children can be challenging but important.Writing can be a therapeutic and fulfilling creative outlet.There is a growing appreciation for creativity and the arts in our culture.Personal experiences and questions from children can inspire and shape the stories we write.It's important to pursue the things that God puts on our hearts, even if they don't fit traditional career paths.Favorite books from childhood can have a lasting impact and be enjoyed across generations.Children's books have evolved to cater to shorter attention spans, but there is still value in longer, meatier stories.Devotionals and journals can be valuable tools for personal growth and connecting with God's word.Writing stories that engage children's questions and interests can help them connect with biblical truths.There is a need for diverse children's books that highlight different cultures and experiences.Social media and websites are valuable platforms for connecting with readers and promoting books.Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Favorite Pie03:05 Teaching Children About God's Love06:20 Inspiration and Questions from Children10:58 Dominique's Writing Journey12:56 Favorite Books and Impact15:25 Evolution of Children's Books23:24 Connecting with Dominique and Conclusion Let's discover great books together!Follow for more:FB: @bookworthypodcastInstagram: @bookworthy_podcastYouTube: BookWorthy Podcast - YouTubetiktok: @valeriefentress