The Yarn
Travis Jonker and Colby SharpThe Yarn takes listeners behind the scenes of children's literature. Each episode features an author or illustrator talking about how they create books for young readers.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 250 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | EducationArtsBooks | |||
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- Love this podcast!
The book joy is flowing in the short and sweet episodes! Such great conversations. Thanks!
Apple Podcasts5DDebrovner
United States20 days ago - Thanks from the public library!
This podcast makes me a better children’s librarian for my public library kids. It helps me discover books I haven’t read yet, which I then read and suggest to patrons. I also recommend The Yarn to the public school teachers I work with. This improves our relationship, which is already strong thanks to our shared commitment to children and books. I consider Colby and Travis partners in my work. Thanks!
Apple Podcasts5Library MaryUnited States8 months ago - Best kidlit podcast
The Yarn is my favorite podcast about children’s books. I learn about many new books along with books that have been out a while but slipped past me. Thank you, Travis and Colby, for all of the interviews and insights you share with listeners!
Apple Podcasts5AMO545United Statesa year ago - Best Kid Lit Podcast
I stumbled upon The Yarn podcast in December of 2020, when our library was only doing curbside service and I was terribly missing the kids and their parents and hooking them up with books. It was a “pandemic highlight” for me—I listened to Travis and Colby as they reviewed the books of that year, and practically cried tears of joy! i’ve since kept up with it, and have listened to many of the back episodes, sometimes more than once (Gary Paulsen). Travis and Coby interview authors and illustrator... more
Apple Podcasts5Losing SteadilyUnited Statesa year ago - Wow! If you love to read this will make a smile tickle your face
I really enjoyed listening to Gary Paulsen who died two years ago. He has he had a huge heart. I’m 67 now and for 20 years or more I’ve been reading children’s and why a fiction and nonfiction as well as written for adults.
When people say they don’t read kids books I say … no Mark Twain?
I really like Patterson and Applegate and so many of these writers thank you for doing the show! I really like the elephants too.
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Apple Podcasts5LizSweetwaterUnited Statesa year ago
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Apple Podcasts | #115 |  Italy/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #234 | Italy/Arts |
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A unique exploration of children's literature, this series offers listeners insightful conversations with authors and illustrators about their creative processes and the stories behind their works. Throughout various episodes, themes such as the importance of storytelling, the challenges of writing for young audiences, and the impact of personal experiences on literature are discussed, enhancing the depth of understanding for both educators and book enthusiasts. The hosts foster a warm, engaging atmosphere, making it feel as though listeners are sharing a cozy conversation with friends while discovering valuable insights and recommendations for children's books.
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The Yarn launched 10 years ago and published 250 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on The Yarn include:
1. Derrick Barnes
2. Katie Kennedy
3. Zeke Peña
4. Nicholas Day
5. Barbara O'Connor
6. Ruth Behar
7. Chanel Miller
8. Lesa Cline-Ransome
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