Mitali Perkins on Why Adults Need Children’s Books

Mitali Perkins on Why Adults Need Children’s Books | Fr. Bonaventure Chapman What if some of the most important books you'll ever read were written for children? In this episode of Godsplaining, Fr. Bonaventure Chapman sits down with acclaimed author Mitali Perkins to discuss the enduring power of children's literature. From The Chronicles of Narnia and The Hobbit to Anne of Green Gables and A Little Princess, they explore how stories shape the moral imagination, cultivate virtue, and help both children and adults encounter truth, goodness, and beauty. Whether you're a parent, teacher, reader, or simply someone looking to rediscover wonder, this conversation offers a compelling case for returning to the stories that shape the soul. Learn more about Mitali Perkins and find her books here: https://www.mitaliperkins.com/ Send your questions for the friars to: [email protected] Subscribe to our channel    / godsplaining   Support the Podcast Patreon:   / godsplaining   Shop our merch: https://godsplaining.org/store/ Shop Books Written by the Friars Justice: Judge Rightly, Give Freely: https://a.co/d/0dx0V5AT O Sacred Banquet: Exploring the Eucharistic Mystery with Saint Thomas Aquinas: https://a.co/d/0hLdv7oU Witness: https://www.avemariapress.com/product... Training the Tongue: https://stpaulcenter.com/store/traini... Your Eucharistic Identity: https://ignatius.com/your-eucharistic... St. Dominic's Way of Life: https://www.amazon.com/Saint-Dominics... Prudence: Choose Confidently, Live Boldly: https://www.amazon.com/Prudence-Choos... Connect on Social Media Follow us on Instagram:   / godsplaining   Like us on Facebook:   / godsplaining   Follow us on X: https://x.com/godsplaining To learn more about the Province of St. Joseph visit: www.opeast.org To support the Province of St. Joseph visit: www.dominicanfriars.org