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Jimmy Needham on Writing Songs and Kids' Books

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Jeff Medders and Jimmy Needham explore songwriting, writing for children, and the creative process. They discuss the importance of storytelling, the challenges of writing, and the joy of creating meaningful content for kids. Jimmy shares insights from his journey as a musician and author, emphasizing the need for brevity and clarity in writing, especially for children's literature. The discussion also touches on the significance of playfulness in the writing process and how it can enhance creativity.

Both of Jimmy's Books at WTS
Sing! Hymnal at WTS Books.

Use code MEDDERS for 5% off.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background
03:00 The Journey of Songwriting
05:59 Writing for Kids and Podcasting
08:31 The Art of Prose and Poetry
11:50 Lessons from Songwriting for Prose Writers
22:58 Exploring the Psalms: A Journey of Experience
24:33 The Passion Behind Writing Children's Books
25:31 Discipleship Through Storytelling: Real Bad Guys
28:04 The Quest for the Best: A Journey of Satisfaction
30:58 The Writing Process: From Index Cards to Books
38:07 Lightning Round: Insights and Recommendations

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99 episodes

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Manage episode 507997854 series 1449725
Content provided by J.A. Medders. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by J.A. Medders or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

Jeff Medders and Jimmy Needham explore songwriting, writing for children, and the creative process. They discuss the importance of storytelling, the challenges of writing, and the joy of creating meaningful content for kids. Jimmy shares insights from his journey as a musician and author, emphasizing the need for brevity and clarity in writing, especially for children's literature. The discussion also touches on the significance of playfulness in the writing process and how it can enhance creativity.

Both of Jimmy's Books at WTS
Sing! Hymnal at WTS Books.

Use code MEDDERS for 5% off.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background
03:00 The Journey of Songwriting
05:59 Writing for Kids and Podcasting
08:31 The Art of Prose and Poetry
11:50 Lessons from Songwriting for Prose Writers
22:58 Exploring the Psalms: A Journey of Experience
24:33 The Passion Behind Writing Children's Books
25:31 Discipleship Through Storytelling: Real Bad Guys
28:04 The Quest for the Best: A Journey of Satisfaction
30:58 The Writing Process: From Index Cards to Books
38:07 Lightning Round: Insights and Recommendations

  continue reading

99 episodes

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