Kidlit Love Podcast
In this episode, I’m talking with Tim Kleyn, author of Set Sail for Pancakes! and Grilled Cheese? Yes, Please! These delightful picture books are full of family, friendship and food, which makes them feel-good picture books for me. Come listen as we talk...
In this bonus summer episode of the KidLit Love podcast, I’m talking with Lizzy O’Donnell. Lizzy is the author of The Day Bell Found Her Sound. It’s a gorgeous book set in a bustling, melodious town where everyone has found their special sound….expect Bell. The message of staying true to yourself...
In this episode, I’m talking with Laura Gehl, an award-winning author of over 50 board books, picture books and early readers. Her books are full of wonder and delight and today, we are talking about her newest: Saving Delicia. Come listen as we talk about her writing, her hopes for readers,...
In this bonus summer episode of the KidLit Love podcast, I’m talking with Caroline Palmer. Caroline is the author of Camp Prodigy, a middle grade graphic novel that follows two non-binary kids who navigate anxiety and identity while having fun and forming friendships at their summer orchestra camp. Come listen as...
In this episode, I’m talking with Monica Mancillas, author of Sing It Like Celia, a middle grade novel that hijacked my heart. There is an entry point for everyone to be seen and/or see a new perspective in this book and it gave me all the feels. Listen as we talk...
In this episode, I’m talking with Jeanne Walker Harvey. Her love and joy for writing picture book biographies shines through loud and clear in this episode and you’ll catch the energy, I know it. She’s written multiple picture books that have captured my heart and I’ve used them as personal coaching...
I think I should start with a warning for this episode: a reader realized her bookish dream to chat with an author who has spoken to her heart many times and there may be a few happy tears throughout this episode. =) Today, I am grateful and honored to talk with...
In this episode, I’m talking with New York Times best-selling author Dan Gutman. He’s the author of over 185 books and this month, he is celebrating the 20th anniversary and his 100th book in the My Weird School series. Come listen as Dan I talk all about his My Weird School...
In this episode, I’m chatting with Caldecott Honor winner Lauren Castillo. She’s authored and/or illustrated a long list of books we love including What Happens on Wednesday, This is a Story, Nana in the City, Our Friend Hedgehog and many, many more. Today, we’re taking a closer look at her newest...
In this episode, I’m talking with Suma Subramaniam and Tara Anand, the author and illustrator team that came together to create My Name is as Long as a River. It’s a stunning picture book celebrating the power of names, the history behind them and why they matter to who we are. ...
