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Kidlit Love Podcast

SPARK: Jim West’s Electrifying Adventures in Creating the Microphone by Ainissa Ramirez

March 19, 2026 in Kidlit Love Podcast
On this episode of the KidLit Love podcast, I’m talking with Ainissa Ramirez about her new picture book: SPARK: Jim West’s Electrifying Adventures in Creating the Microphone. This picture book is the first release in the new Black Innovators Series and showcases the...
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Light, Love & Adventure: THE MAGIC OF SOMEDAY SOON by Michelle Lee

March 16, 2026 in Kidlit Love Podcast
On this episode of the KidLit Love podcast, I’m talking with Michelle Lee about her newest middle grade novel: THE MAGIC OF SOMEDAY SOON. This is a hopeful middle grade novel overflowing with light, love and adventure as two girls find the extraordinary joys of every day. Can the two of...
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Immersive Intrigue & Mystery: HEIRESS OF NOWHERE by Stacey Lee

March 12, 2026 in Kidlit Love Podcast
On this episode of the KidLit Love podcast, I’m talking with Stacey Lee about her newest young adult novel: HEIRESS OF NOWHERE. In this gripping historical gothic mystery, an orphan races to uncover a killer – who may have come from the sea – when she and her beloved orcas fall...
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Piercing Emotion: GLORY BE by Jamie Sumner

March 9, 2026 in Kidlit Love Podcast
On this episode of the KidLit Love podcast, I’m talking with Jamie Sumner about her newest middle grade novel-in-verse: GLORY BE. In this book, a girl searches for her lost dog and truths about her family and finds out a great deal about herself in the process. It’s heartfelt and heartwarming...
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A Champion for Literacy: Reach Out & Read with Dr. Lynette Fraga

March 5, 2026 in Kidlit Love Podcast
On this episode of the KidLit Love podcast, I’m talking with Dr. Lynette Fraga, the CEO of Reach Out & Read, a nonprofit organization that promotes reading by working directly with pediatric care providers to share the lifelong benefits that result from families reading aloud to their children every day. Come...
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Celebrate & Commemorate: HONOR FLIGHT by Jeff Gottesfeld & Matt Tavares

March 2, 2026 in Kidlit Love Podcast
On this episode of the KidLit Love podcast, I’m talking with Jeff Gottesfeld and Matt Tavares about their newest picture book: HONOR FLIGHT. This stunning picture book honors military veterans and the program that keeps their contributions alive. It’s immersive and emotional and will likely spark you to get involved in...
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Sparking Curiosity & Conversation: HAIL MARIAM with Huda Al-Marashi

February 23, 2026 in Kidlit Love Podcast
On this episode of the KidLit Love podcast, I’m talking with Huda Al-Marashi about her newest release: HAIL MARIAM. This middle grade novel is a heartfelt and humorous interfaith and coming of age story that follows Mariam as he navigates the challenges of being the only Muslim student at her Catholic...
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Beauty, Emotion & Connection: YOU ARE THE LAND by Steph Littlebird

February 16, 2026 in Kidlit Love Podcast
On this episode of the KidLit Love podcast, I’m talking with Steph Littlebird about her newest picture book: YOU ARE THE LAND. This stunning picture book is a moving love letter to indigenous community and culture and is Steph’s debut as an author-illustrator. The format of the book is exquisite and...
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A Tsunami of Love: 100 WORDS TO SAY I LOVE YOU by Sandra Magsamen

February 14, 2026 in Kidlit Love Podcast
On this episode of the KidLit Love podcast, I’m talking with Sandra Magsamen about her newest board book: 100 WORDS TO SAY I LOVE YOU. This delightful board book celebrates 100 words of love in all kinds of locations and situations and reminds us that love is around us, especially perfect...
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A Magical Escape: FAIRY DOOR DIARIES & BUNNY & CLYDE with Megan McDonald

February 9, 2026 in Kidlit Love Podcast
On this episode of the KidLit Love podcast, I’m talking with Megan McDonald about TWO of her newest releases: FAIRY DOOR DIARIES: ALIZA & THE HOBGLOBINS and BUNNY & CLYDE ON THE LAM. FAIRY DOOR DIARIES: ALIZA & THE HOBGLOBINS is the second book in an enchanting series that will happily...
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Books make Mondays better! This book is changing Books make Mondays better!

This book is changing my life. Truly. It's finally the book that's getting through the noise and making me stop to really listen to what's inside and what's next.

If you're in midlife and are overthinking and underliving, then this book is for you. It's filled with beautiful language, straight talk, kick-butt advice and even a bit of prayer. 

I won't be the same after reading it. Thank you, @mariannewilliamson 

What books are making your Monday better?

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On this episode of Restorative Reading & Writing f On this episode of Restorative Reading & Writing for Wellness, I’m guiding you through a gentle restorative reading and writing session for when things need to change in your life or you simply want them to.

Grab your notebook, your favorite writing utensil and let’s write together!

Click the podcast link in my bio or head to your favorite podcast platform and find RESTORATIVE READING & WRITING FOR WELLNESS!

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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 Pooja Makhijani about her newest picture book: TOGETHER FOR MAMA.

This beautiful picture book is a story about care and how it moves through family and communities, how children witness it and how they offer it in return. This is a beautiful story of hope and healing for all of us. 

Come listen as we talk about the deeply personal inspiration behind the book, the stunning fusion of words and images that bring the book to life and Pooja’s heartfelt hopes for collective care and understanding, not just for postpartum depression, but for anything we might face. 

https://open.substack.com/pub/kidlitlove/p/e232-caring-in-community-together?r=azy11&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true
Books make Mondays better! This week, I’m startin Books make Mondays better!

This week, I’m starting YESTERYEAR by Caro Claire Burke.

I was intrigued from the first moment I spotted it in my beloved BookPage magazine from my local library a few months ago and after hearing all the bookish buzz online, I am finally picking it up for myself. 

Here’s the publisher’s blurb:

A traditional American woman, a “tradwife” influencer, suddenly awakens in the brutal reality of 1855—where she must unravel whether this living nightmare is an elaborate hoax, a twisted reality show, or something far more sinister in this sensational debut novel.

I won’t reveal what it is yet, but it fits my new one-word theme for July and I cannot wait to get started.

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I’m opening up one day a month to consult with sch I’m opening up one day a month to consult with schools and districts on a topic near and dear to my heart: restorative reading and writing for educator wellness. 

Interested in learning more? 

Here’s a simple overview of my work to launch a conversation. 

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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 Laekan Zea Kemp about her newest middle grade novel: THE CHISMOSAS ONLY BOOK CLUB.

This instant-classic, middle grade coming-of-age novel is filled with friendship, identity and the magic of bookstores. Say no more and add to cart, right?! Plus, the format is incredibly appealing: text message threads, comic panels and sketches and even a few spells and herbal concoctions for when you need them most.

Come listen as we talk about the upper middle grade niche that this book speaks to, the varied themes, realities and formats that make the book so inviting and appealing and the role that this book could play in sparking a love of reading (and more reading!) for all that read it. You won’t want to miss this one!

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