Latest Podcast Episodes & Posts
On this episode of the KidLit Love podcast, I’m talking with Erin Becker about her debut novel: Crushing It. Crushing It introduces readers to Mel and Tory, two 13-year-old girls navigating their way through the soccer championships now that their friend group has...
Reading books can change our lives. From the physical, cognitive and mental benefits that come with sustained reading to the ways that reading can spark new ideas and actions in our lives, a single book could change everything. Today, I’m sharing 10 ways that we can take inspired action from the...
On this episode of the KidLit Love podcast, I’m talking with D.K. Ryland about her newest picture book: Have You Seen My Acorn? This is a delightful book about a squirrel who buried his precious acorn for safekeeping, only to find it mysteriously missing. Readers will join the hunt to help...
On this episode of the KidLit Love podcast, I’m talking with Chris and J.J. Grabenstein about their new chapter book series: Stinky’s Stories. The books in the Stinky’s Stories series are hilarious, smelly spins on classic fairy tales. In each, the stuffed animals in the library come to life after the...
If you’re listening to this episode of Get Lit(erate). on the day this episode is released, there are only about 90 days left in 2024. What?! Today, I’m diving into an intentional notebooking activity to help you end the year strong. It’s called a 5 x4 Routine Map and it helps...
On this episode of the KidLit Love podcast, I’m talking with author Gayle Forman about her newest middle grade graphic novel: Not Nothing. Gayle is the award-winning author of multiple young adult and middle novels, including my favorites: I Have Lost My Way and Frankie and Bug. Come listen as we...
On this episode of the KidLit Love podcast, I’m talking with Seema Yasmin about her powerful picture book: The ABC’s of Queer History. This book invites readers into an alphabet journey of diversity, equity and inclusivity in both lyrical words and gorgeous illustrations. Come listen as we talk about the power...
Today, I’m chatting about Banned Books Week, which happens to be NOW if you are listening to this in real time. Come listen as I explore the statistics on book banning, step onto my own soapbox and talk about why you NEED banned books in your reading life. I’ll also share...
