Play it Again with Maryna Doughty

27/08/2025 24 min
Play it Again with Maryna Doughty

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Send us a textMaryna Doughty tells us about her middle-grade book Sincerely Diary, which explores friendships and relationships in middle school. She shares her inspiration for the book, including her own experiences with betrayal and deception. Maryna also talks about the devotional resource accompanying the book, which covers topics such as self-acceptance, peer pressure, and forgiveness. She emphasizes the importance of honesty and discernment for young readers. Maryna discusses her journey as an author and her favorite books. She also gives a sneak peek of her upcoming book, Confessions of a Stepsister. Listeners can find more information about Marina and her books on her website. TakeawaysSincerely Diary is a middle-grade book that explores friendships and relationships in middle school.The book addresses important topics such as self-acceptance, peer pressure, and deception.A devotional resource accompanies the book, providing biblical perspectives on friendship, honesty, and forgiveness.Marina Doughty's upcoming book, Confessions of a Stepsister, delves into themes of sabotage, forgiveness, and identity. Chapters00:00 Introduction and Middle School Experience02:03 Understanding Friendships and Relationships03:09 Inspiration for the Book05:07 The Devotional Resource07:45 The Relevance of the Book for Young Readers11:16 Lessons and Themes in the Book15:40 Becoming an Author and Favorite Books19:48 Upcoming Book: Confessions of a Stepsister22:49 Release Date and Where to Find More Information24:21 Conclusion Let's discover great books together!Follow for more:FB: @bookworthypodcastInstagram: @bookworthy_podcastYouTube: BookWorthy Podcast - YouTubetiktok: @valeriefentress