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Adventures in the Heart of Children's Book Authors Podcast

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Moments In Motion With Love
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My Favorite Book Of Lullabies
Scaly Feet In a Sound So Sweet
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My Day With Grandma
Some Angels Have Rotor Blades
The Peppered Sky
Sleeping Giants
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“Adventures in the Heart of Children’s Book Authors” is an award-winning podcast dedicated to empowering aspiring children’s book authors and readers by sharing stories and insights from published children’s book authors about the publishing process. Podcast Overview The podcast aims to demystify the journey of becoming a children’s book author by featuring self-published (hybrid) and independentl... more

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Latest Episodes

Luz, a newly minted children's book author, shares her profound experiences and insights regarding her debut work, "Sweet Playdate Club."

This episode delves into the significance of being a children's book author, as Luz reflects on the emotional r... more

The featured guest in this podcast episode is Rusty Austin, a published children's author who has transitioned from a successful 35-year career in the entertainment industry to writing engaging poetry for children.

He has authored several books, inc... more

This podcast episode features an enlightening conversation with Kevin Lestarge, author of the children's book "Billy Finds Bigfoot."

At the forefront of our discourse is the profound significance of storytelling for children, which Kevin articulates... more

Brittany Petish, an accomplished children's book author, joins us to discuss her poignant work, "Goodbye Blue," which poignantly explores themes of love and loss through the lens of her profound bond with her late dog, Annabelle.

This episode delves... more

The episode features an enlightening dialogue with Anne Goresht, the esteemed author of the children's book "I Am a Big Brother with a Superpower."

Anne, a pioneer in children's entertainment and former host of the renowned television program Romper... more

Episode 64

Allison Intrieri, the author of "Thatcher Hates the Bath," presents an insightful look at the trials and tribulations of parenting, particularly the struggles surrounding children's bathtime.

Drawing from her personal experiences as a mo... more

Episode 63, Crafting Children's Literature: The Making of a Birthday Wish

Nikki McPhetridge has embarked upon a remarkable journey as a newly published children's book author with her work, "Maya's Birthday Wish."

This episode delves into the insp... more

The principal focus of this podcast episode is the successful completion of our ambitious goal to publish a weekly episode throughout the year 2025, culminating in a total of 52 episodes. We reflect upon the journey that commenced with our tentative ... more

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Recent Guests

Shannon Turske
A newly minted Children's Book Author, sharing her journey as an author.
Episode: Creating Connections: The Impact of Joy in the Big Balloon Catastrophe
Judy McGee
Author of Penny Girls Rescue, a children's book inspired by her rescue dog, Penny.
Episode: Unveiling the Journey of a Rescue Dog: From Texas to North of the Border
Jessica McAnelly
Author of Birdie's Picnic Party, A Tasty Take on Food Safety, and a registered dietitian and sanitarian.
Episode: Exploring Food Safety Through Children's Literature: A Tasty Take
Kat Kronenberg
Author of the Live Big series, which empowers children to dream big and live positively.
Episode: The Magic Behind 'Live Big': A Conversation to Help Children; Dream Big, Love Big, Think Big
Wendy Schicktanz
Talented author of children's book 'Ivy Blue's Greatest Pumpkin Playhouse'
Episode: The Journey to Children's Authorship: A Book Author's Story
Chrishana Greer
Prolific children's book author and military veteran.
Author of 'The Boy in the Wheelchair'
Episode: The Journey of a Prolific Author: Behind 'The Boy in a Wheelchair'
Alyssa Cornwell
Author of 'Where Do Grownups Come From?'
Episode: Unraveling Family Trees: Insights for Kids, 'Where Do Grownups Come From?'
Matthew Britton
Author of The Mouse Who Couldn't Eat Cheese
Yorkshire Publishing
Episode: The Power of Story: How 'The Mouse Who Couldn't Eat Cheese' Addresses Friendship and Illness
Kodi Bogart
Distinguished author of the Helo Girls Children's Book Series and former Black Hawk helicopter aviator
Episode: Missions in the Air: How Helo Girls Inspire Future Children's Book Authors and Aviators

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Rick Arras
Host of a podcast focused on children's book authorship, empowering aspiring writers to find their voice and navigate the publishing world.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 6 ratings
  • So wonderful

    These were so wonderful definitely cheered me up on a cold day . Thoroughly enjoyable.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Jhamrick455
    United States22 days ago

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Creating Connections: The Impact of Joy in the Big Balloon Catastrophe
Q: What does it mean to you being a children's book author?
It's been quite an adventure, and I'm very new at this. I released my book on September 4th.
The Cowboy Roper and Comedian: Introducing Will Rogers to a New Generation Through Children's Literature
Q: How does your experience as a historian influence your children's books?
Bart shares that his experiences have helped him make history accessible and engaging for children, ensuring that the lessons of figures like Will Rogers resonate with young audiences.
Exploring Food Safety Through Children's Literature: A Tasty Take
Q: Can you tell us about the inspiration behind your book? Who inspired this whole journey for you?
My inspiration is my own daughter, affectionately nicknamed Birdie, which is why I built the character around her.
Exploring Food Safety Through Children's Literature: A Tasty Take
Q: Can you tell us what it means to you to be a children's book author?
It has always been a dream of mine to be a children's book author, and I made a list called 50 Things to Do Before I Turn 50. One of those was to finally write my children's book.
Exploring the Unique Techniques in Children's Storytelling to Support Your Children's Book
Q: Can you tell us about the inspiration behind your book?
It came from my own life experiences; I've always been one who loves to come up with scenarios in my head.

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A platform dedicated to aspiring children's book authors, featuring personal stories and insights from published authors about the intricacies of the publishing journey. This podcast demystifies the process of writing, illustrating, and marketing children's books while emphasizing empowerment and inspiration for individuals seeking to enter the world of children's literature. Covering a myriad of topics, it showcases the unique challenges and creative processes of diverse authors, offering an authentic glimpse into their experiences and the various paths to becoming a successful author in this vibrant genre.

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1. Shannon Turske
2. Judy McGee
3. Jessica McAnelly
4. Kat Kronenberg
5. Wendy Schicktanz
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7. Alyssa Cornwell
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