Send us a text Summary In this episode of Bookworthy, Valerie interviews author Phyllis Wheeler, who shares her journey from mechanical engineer to writer of award-winning time travel fantasy tales for children. They discuss her series, Guardians of Time, which follows the adventures of Jake and Ava as they navigate different historical periods to rescue their dog. Phyllis emphasizes the importance of exploring diverse histories, the inspiration behind her writing, and the educational resources she provides for homeschooling families. The conversation also touches on themes of faith and morality woven into her stories, as well as her future writing projects. Takeaways Phyllis Wheeler has a diverse background in journalism and engineering. The Guardians of Time series features unique historical settings. Phyllis aims to inspire curiosity about history in children. Writing for kids has been a lifelong passion for Phyllis. Her writing style is influenced by her journalism training. Phyllis incorporates real-life experiences into her stories. The series encourages kids to explore different cultures and histories. Phyllis provides educational resources for homeschooling families. Faith and morality are subtly woven into her narratives. Phyllis is currently working on the fourth book in her series. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Phyllis Wheeler and Her Work 02:52 Exploring the Guardians of Time Series 06:01 Inspiration Behind the Settings and Characters 08:55 The Importance of Diverse Histories 11:54 Phyllis's Journey as a Writer 15:04 Educational Resources for Homeschooling 17:51 Themes of Faith and Morality in Writing 20:51 Looking Ahead: Future Projects Phyllis Wheeler, Author - Phyllis Wheeler, Author Let's discover great books together! Follow for more: FB: @bookworthypodcast Instagram: @bookworthy_podcast YouTube: BookWorthy Podcast - YouTube tiktok: @valeriefentress
