Latest Podcast Episodes & Posts
On this episode of the KidLit Love podcast, I’m talking with Abigail Hing Wen about her debut middle grade novel: THE VALE. This futuristic adventure features a boy who creates a fully immersive, AI generated VR world to escape from reality and explores...
On this episode of the Get Lit(erate). podcast, I’m exploring all things restorative list-making. With only a sticky note, a pencil and 5 minutes, you can literally change your mood and physical well-being. Today, we’ll explore my new one word theme for September and why list-making is central to bringing it...
On this episode of the KidLit Love podcast, I’m talking with J.A Dauber about his debut middle grade novel: PRESS 1 FOR INVASION. In this immersive book, Matt, who just wanted a cell phone, ends up being responsible for saving the world from an alien invasion. It’s action-packed, full of fun...
On this episode of the KidLit Love podcast, I’m talking with Jamie Sumner about her newest middle grade novel: SCHOOLED. This uplifting middle grade novel explores new schools, unexpected friendships and overcoming loss. From the loveable characters to the innovative ways they learn and connect, this novel is sure to spark...
On this episode of the Get Lit(erate). podcast, I am talking with Jeannine Atkins about the power of writing to heal. Janine is the author of several books for young readers about courageous women and teaches writing for children and young adults. She’s here today to talk about her newest release,...
On this episode of the KidLit Love podcast, I’m talking with James Ponti about his newest middle grade series release: THE SHERLOCK SOCIETY: HURRICANE HEIST. In this middle grade mystery, a team of kids, along with their retired journalist grandfather, tackle their second case around a decades-old million dollar jewel heist....
On this episode of the KidLit Love podcast, I’m talking with Rebecca Gardyn Levington about THREE of her newest picture books: FINDING FORGIVENESS, SOME DAYS I’M THE WIND and I WILL ALWAYS BE. These beautiful picture books invite readers to find themselves inside the pages. But not only find themselves, accept...
On this episode of the Get Lit(erate). podcast, I’m coming at you in real time as I expand my definition of restorative reading and bibliotherapy thanks to a recent session creating a book apothecary for a waiting reader. Today, I am talking about the idea of reading escape: using our reading...






