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The Children's Book Podcast

Matthew C. Winner
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Celebrating the power of storytelling to reflect our world, expand our perspectives, and foster connections between readers of all ages. The Children's Book Podcast features interviews with authors, illustrators, and everyone involved in taking a book from drawing board to bookshelf. Hosted by Matthew C. Winner, a teacher, librarian, writer, and fan of kids. Brought to you in partnership with the ... more

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Latest Episodes

Mariahadessa Ekere Tallie and Aaron Becker, author and illustrator of We Go Slow (Atheneum Books for Young Readers), join Matthew to talk about the wise ones who know to take time.

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*This episode is a rebroadcast. The original episode aired May 3 2025.

Rachel Michelle Wilson (To Catch a Ghost) shares what is giving her hope today: the small moments in our every day.

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Valerie Bolling, author of A Flea for Justice: Marian Wright Edelman Stands Up for Change (Charlesbridge), illustrated by TeMika Grooms, joins Matthew to talk about a person worth writing about.

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*This episode is a rebroadcast. The original episode aired March 29, 2025.

Zetta Elliott (The Oracle's Door) shares what is giving her hope today: art. Art has always been not just an expression of hope, but an act of resistance.

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Recent Guests

Valerie Bolling
Award-winning author and educator
Episode: A Champion for Children with Valerie Bolling
Corinna Luyken
Author and illustrator of multiple picture books
Episode: In the Thick of It with Corinna Luyken
Heidi EY Stemple
Celebrated author of more than 30 books for young readers, including her debut middle grade novel Inverse, The Poetry of Car Mechanics.
Astra, Boyd's Mills Press
Episode: Becoming Curious with Heidi EY Stemple
Erin Entrada Kelly
Newbery Medal-winning author of children's books
Author
Episode: As Meaningful As Possible with Erin Entrada Kelly
Mary Reaves Uhles
Episode: What Gives Mary Reaves Uhles Hope
Natasha Khan Kazi
Author and illustrator of "Bela and Lily"
Episode: Mining Our Memories with Natasha Khan Kazi
Tami Charles
Author and advocate for children's literature
Episode: What Else Gives Tami Charles Hope
Hannah V. Sawyerr
Poet and young adult novelist, author of Truth Is
Episode: Knowing How to Love Yourself with Hannah V. Sawyerr
Katie Yamasaki
Acclaimed picture book creator, muralist, and teaching artist
Episode: Relentless Expression with Katie Yamasaki

Host

Matthew C. Winner
Host of the children's book podcast, a teacher, librarian, writer, and fan of kids. He is dedicated to fostering a love for literature among young readers.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 420 ratings
  • Love this podcast

    Teachers, librarians, parents, and other book lovers: These are such interesting, authentic conversations! I loved the episode with Kate DiCamillo and have been binge listening to past episodes. Thanks, Matthew Winner.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DDebrovner
    United States5 months ago
  • The best

    I just got this podcast app and I looked at about 50 different podcast’s and they’re all different and this is the first one that I’ve ever ever liked. I just think it’s amazing.🤩

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Uni the best unicorn🐴 📯=🦄
    United States8 months ago
  • Music

    Just a suggestion, the background music during the interviews is very distracting to me. Would prefer it be limited to just the intro and outro and not throughout

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    nadine619
    United States8 months ago
  • Genuine conversations about books, creators, and kids!

    This is our favorite podcast to find out more about creators and the books they create. Matthew has a gift for interviewing—he always does his research and thinks critically before preparing questions and comments. This allows for rich conversations and insights to emerge, all in accessible episodes (usually less than 30minutes). Highly recommended for fellow creators, teachers, librarians, kid-advocates and anyone who loves books for children.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Megan_Jorge_Lacera
    Canadaa year ago
  • An Amazing Resource for Children’s Books

    This podcast full of amazing conversations! As an aunt I am always looking for new books for the kiddos in my life and this show showcases wonderful book choices. Matthew is so thoughtful in both his questions and responses to his guests!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kristina Lucia
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners express a desire for more variety in the topics covered, with some suggesting an adjustment to background music during episodes to enhance focus on the conversations.
Listeners appreciate the authentic conversations and insights shared by guests, highlighting the podcast as a wonderful resource for educators, parents, and anyone passionate about children's literature.
The host's thoughtful, engaging interview style is commended for bringing out the best in guests, resulting in meaningful discussions.

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A Champion for Children with Valerie Bolling
Q: How fun is it that I get to say to you, Valerie, welcome back?
Valerie shares her excitement about being back on the podcast and discusses her journey as an author since her debut book.
A Champion for Children with Valerie Bolling
Q: Could you please start us off by sharing a brief book talk of A Flea for Justice for all of those that will listen who have not yet encountered it?
Valerie explains that A Flea for Justice is about Marian Wright Edelman, a champion for children's rights and civil rights who founded the Children's Defense Fund. The book aims to inspire children to be change-makers.
In the Thick of It with Corinna Luyken
Q: Corinna, when did the story start for you? Did it start with a brush and a tangle? Where did this idea come from?
The story started with words, with language, specifically about the first argument over a brush and a comb.
As Meaningful As Possible with Erin Entrada Kelly
Q: How did you get into writing horror?
I love horror; I've loved it since I was a kid. I always wanted to be a horror writer and now I finally got the chance to write it for children.
As Meaningful As Possible with Erin Entrada Kelly
Q: What drew you to telling Joey's story?
It was kind of serendipitous. I became interested in learning more about the Carville Episcarium because I found it fascinating.

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1. Valerie Bolling
2. Corinna Luyken
3. Heidi EY Stemple
4. Erin Entrada Kelly
5. Mary Reaves Uhles
6. Natasha Khan Kazi
7. Tami Charles
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