Send us a text In this episode of Bookworthy, Valerie interviews author Carol Baldwin about her young adult novel, Half Truths, which explores themes of social injustice and identity through the eyes of a 15-year-old girl in the 1950s South. Carol shares her writing journey, the inspiration behind her characters, and the importance of truth in family dynamics. The conversation delves into the historical context of the story, the writing process, and the hope for more conversations about race and identity among young readers. Takeaways Carol Baldwin's book, Half Truths, addresses social injustice. The writing process can take many years and revisions. NaNoWriMo can be a great motivator for writers. The main character, Kate, witnesses a KKK parade. The story is set in the 1950s South, a pivotal time for civil rights. Family secrets can have lasting effects on relationships. The book aims to promote conversations about race. Carol's writing journey began with nonfiction. Joyce Moyer-Hossett inspired Carol to write her first draft. The importance of being truth-speakers is a central theme. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Carol Baldwin and Half Truths 02:55 The Journey of Writing Half Truths 06:01 Exploring the Main Character and Setting 08:59 Themes of Social Injustice and Identity 11:52 The Importance of Truth in Family Dynamics 15:05 Carol's Writing Journey and Inspirations 18:02 Future Projects and Conclusion Home - Carol Baldwin - Author, Teacher, Speaker Let's discover great books together! Follow for more: FB: @bookworthypodcast Instagram: @bookworthy_podcast YouTube: BookWorthy Podcast - YouTube tiktok: @valeriefentress
