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Restorative Reading & Writing for Wellness

Create a Restorative Reading & Writing Altar

October 28, 2025 in Restorative Reading & Writing for Wellness
On this episode of Restorative Reading & Writing for Wellness, I’m sharing the nuts and bolts behind creating a restorative reading and writing altar for yourself in your home.  Come listen as I explain exactly what a reading and writing altar is, the...
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A Beautiful Holiday Season Starts with a Notebook

October 21, 2025 in Restorative Reading & Writing for Wellness
On this episode of Restorative Reading & Writing for Wellness, I’m talking all about my holiday notebook tradition, how it helps us cultivate the kind of holiday season we want to have and how you can make one, too. Come listen to how the holiday notebook tradition began, what exactly a...
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E200: Celebrating 200 Episodes!

October 14, 2025 in Restorative Reading & Writing for Wellness
On this episode of the Get Lit(erate). podcast, I’m putting my party hat on, cueing the confetti and celebrating 200 episodes of the podcast! Come listen as I talk about where the podcast started and how it has evolved over the years, the top downloaded episodes you might want to listen...
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Book Clubs with Heart: How Group Reading Can Foster Collective Healing

October 7, 2025 in Restorative Reading & Writing for Wellness
On this episode of the Get Lit(erate). podcast, I’m exploring the healing power of books clubs and why they are an underestimated tool in our quest to make life better through books and reading. Come listen as I talk about: the research-backed power of book clubs. how you can create (or...
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Affirmative Writing Ideas to Change Your Mood

September 30, 2025 in Restorative Reading & Writing for Wellness
On this episode of the Get Lit(erate). podcast, we’re exploring the newest addition to my restorative writing framework: affirmative writing.  Come listen as I explore what affirmative writing is (writing that affirms and uplifts your mindset) and offer 5 ways to try affirmative writing in your notebook: Affirmations Gratitude Manifestation Joy...
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Reading Your Way to Wellness: The Last 90 Days

September 23, 2025 in Restorative Reading & Writing for Wellness
On this episode of the Get Lit(erate). podcast, we’re exploring how to read our way to wellness in just 90 days.  Come listen as I explore the idea behind a 90 day project, particularly at the end of the year, and why focusing on our reading life could make our actual...
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E196: How A Restorative Pencil Pouch Could Change Your Life

September 16, 2025 in Restorative Reading & Writing for Wellness
On this episode of the Get Lit(erate). podcast, we’re diving into how and why your pencil pouch could be the key to changing your life. Really. =) Today, we’ll explore the unexpected benefits of creating a restorative reading and writing pencil pouch: a little container to hold all the things you...
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The How & Why of Restorative List-Making

September 9, 2025 in Restorative Reading & Writing for Wellness
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...
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When Writing Literary Letters Becomes Healing with Jeannine Atkins

September 2, 2025 in Restorative Reading & Writing for Wellness
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,...
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Why Reading Escape is a Form of Bibliotherapy

August 26, 2025 in Restorative Reading & Writing for Wellness
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...
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Here’s my first donation basket for the season! Here’s my first donation basket for the season! 

This one is for the Wiawaka Center for Women in Lake George where I host my summer retreats. It’s such an incredible place to unwind and find yourself again!

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I believe books are medicine and I've teamed up wi I believe books are medicine and I've teamed up with @Holstee to explore how reading can make us feel better and make life better throughout each season of life.

Join us on September 15 at 2pm EST on Zoom to learn more!

Together we'll explore what happens to our bodies and minds when we read, how to find the right book in a hard season, and how to build your own book apothecary, a small collection you can reach for when you need it.

Whether you're a lifelong reader or someone whose reading life has gone quiet, you'll leave with a practice you can start the same night.

This special event is free and open to all.

Plus, there's a giveaway! RSVP and join us live for a chance to win a Holstee journal, winner's choice of The Daily Flourish or Reflect & Reset. You must be on the live call to win.

Message me for the link or copy or paste it from the comment below!
On this episode of the KidLit Love podcast, I’m ta On this episode of the KidLit Love podcast, I’m talking with Greg Howard about his newest book: THE TRAVELERS.

This middle grade novel blends mystery and a touch of time travel into a story about grief, friendship and the enduring bonds between generations. I hugged it when I was done reading it and the messages will stay with me for a long time.

Come listen as we talk about the personal connections Greg has to the story, the importance of writing real books with real issues for children, the important role the library plays in the book and why ALL readers need this book, even adult readers reading to their inner child. It’s that special.

https://kidlitlove.substack.com/p/e244-mystery-and-time-travel-the?r=azy11&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true
Books make Mondays better! This week, I'm reading Books make Mondays better!

This week, I'm reading THE MEMORY LIBRARY by Kate Storey.

The book stole my heart in the opening pages where readers experience the connection between mother and daughter as they explore the world of books together. 

Here's the publisher's summary:

For forty-two years, Sally Harrison has been building a library. Each year, on her daughter’s birthday, she adds a new book to her shelves – with a note in the front dedicated to her own greatest work.

But Ella – Sally’s only child – fled to Australia twenty-one years ago after a heated exchange, and never looked back. And though Sally still dutifully adds a new paperback to the shelves every time the clock strikes midnight on July 11th, her hopes of her daughter ever thumbing through the pages are starting to dwindle.

Then disaster strikes and Ella is forced to return to the home she once knew. She is soon to discover that when one chapter ends, another will soon follow. All you have to do is turn the page…

Incredible, right?!

What books are making your Monday better?

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On this episode of the KidLit Love podcast, I’m ta On this episode of the KidLit Love podcast, I’m talking with Cheryl Lawton Malone about her newest picture book: LITTLE KIT’S WISH.

This beautiful picture book is about Little Kit’s first blue moon and the first wish that comes along with it. Beyond that, it’s a story about going still to find your heart’s desire from within, making it perfect for readers of all ages.

Come listen as we talk about the inspiration behind the book from almost 16 years ago, the nature-inspired themes found throughout the pages and the conversations Cheryl hopes caregivers and readers have about their own hopes, dreams and wishes.

https://kidlitlove.substack.com/p/e243-finding-your-hearts-desire-little?r=azy11&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true
On this episode of the KidLit Love podcast, I’m ta On this episode of the KidLit Love podcast, I’m talking with Keith Negley about his newest picture book: THE BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO BEING A WIZARD.

This delightful picture book is the first in a new series focused on silly how-to themes. It enchants readers with a step-by-step guide to being a wizard and teaches readers about perseverance, too. Just wait until you get lost in these illustrations!

Come listen as we talk about the parenting spark that launched Keith into the world of picture books, the humor found on the pages that will not only appeal to young readers, but their caregivers too, and his hopes for inviting readers into a shared reading experience that will be remembered and enjoyed.

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