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Kidlit Love Podcast

Omar Abed & Hatem Aly: The Book That Almost Rhymed

May 17, 2024 in Kidlit Love Podcast
For the first time in KidLit Love history, I’m talking to both the author and illustrator of the same book at the same time! Omar Abed and Hatem Aly are here to discuss their new picture book: The Book That Almost Rhymed. This...
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Jessica Stremer: Lights Out

May 10, 2024 in Kidlit Love Podcast
Today, I’m talking with Jessica Stremer, an award-winning children’s author who combines her love of science and writing to create books that inspire kids to explore and think critically about the world around them. She’s written multiple picture books and has a middle grade novel coming out soon, too.  We talk...
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Becca Wierwille: Road Trip Rescue

May 3, 2024 in Kidlit Love Podcast
Today, I’m talking with Becca Wierwille, the author of the loveable, huggable middle grade novel: Road Trip Rescue. It’s packed with so many middle grade themes: dogs, family, friendship, road trips and love mixed in with a healthy dose of accepting yourself for who you are.  Come listen as Becca and...
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Audrey Perrott: Moo Hoo

April 26, 2024 in Kidlit Love Podcast
In this episode, I’m talking with Audrey Perrott about her debut picture book: Moo Hoo. Moo Hoo is a delightful story about a very sweet bull with BIG feelings and it is sure to be loved by both children and adults. Audrey believes it is her highest responsibility and honor to...
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Janet Costa Bates: The Rica Baptista Series

April 19, 2024 in Kidlit Love Podcast
In this episode, I am talking with Janet Costa Bates about her new chapter book series following Rica Baptista, a delightful young girl, along with her best friend and extended family.  The books celebrate family and friendship and offer important life lessons that empower readers to embrace who they are. I...
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Rachel Vail: If We Kiss

April 12, 2024 in Kidlit Love Podcast
Today, I’m talking with Rachel Vail, author of over 40 books for children spanning delightful picture books, middle grade series and young adult novels, too. Come listen as we talk about her books, make the hard decision to narrow it down to just one book to take a deeper dive into:...
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Natalia Sylvester: A Maleta Full of Treasures

April 5, 2024 in Kidlit Love Podcast
Today, I am talking with award-winning Natalia Sylvester about her picture book: A Maleta Full of Treasures. While this may be her first picture book, she has written multiple adult and young adult novels that I have loved and I am thrilled to talk with her today about the threads between...
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Sahtinay Abaza: The Ramadan Drummer & The Eid Moon

April 1, 2024 in Kidlit Love Podcast
Today, I am talking with Sahtinay Abaza in this bonus episode to celebrate Ramadan and the Eid Moon.  Come listen as we talk about her two picture books: The Ramadan Drummer and The Eid Moon. These books tell the story of the beautiful traditions of Ramadan to learn from and enjoy....
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Andrew Hacket: Ollie, the Acorn, and the Mighty Idea

March 29, 2024 in Kidlit Love Podcast
As a book podcaster, one of my favorite things is to help launch new books into the world and celebrate as many book birthdays as I can. Today, I’m talking with debut author Andrew Hacket. Andrew is an educator who dreamed of writing picture books for a long while and now...
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John Schu: Louder Than Hunger

March 22, 2024 in Kidlit Love Podcast
Book people are the best people and today, I’m talking to one of my favorites: John Schu.  Affectionately known as Mr. Schu online, John is the fiercest, most passionate book advocate I know. He’s been sharing the book love for years as an educator, librarian, Scholastic Book Ambassador and now, as...
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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 Katie Clapham about her new illustrated chapter book: INDIE IN DISGUISE: STYLING-ING AND OTHER JOBS.

This is a delightful chapter book about Indie, a girl who loves imaginary play and imagining all the things she could be. Whether it’s a stylist, a dentist, a cleaner or a librarian, readers are sure to explore what lights them up, too. 

Come listen as we talk about Katie’s journey through writing picture books, chapter books and books for adults and teens, the important roles of imaginary play using what you have in the time you have and her hopes for inspiring children to think about all the possibilities that await them. It’s a delightful book sure to spark conversation, imagination and inspiration!

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Books make Mondays better! This week, I'm reading Books make Mondays better!

This week, I'm reading BOOKWORM by Lucy Mangan.

I'm only a few chapters in and already I'm transported back to my own childhood reading and remembering how all-encompassing my reading life was then. It's a walk down memory lane and is introducing me to so many new (but old!) books to love. 

Plus, I'm buddy reading it with a bookish friend, so that adds to the experience!

What books are making your Monday better?

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Are you looking for a book to add to your summer T Are you looking for a book to add to your summer TBR stack? 

This beautiful book swept me away to the sun-kissed, delicious Italian coast and wrapped me in tenderness and love for oneself, for family and for the future. 

When three-second born daughters try to break their family curse, they realize the power was within themselves the entire time. 

It was exactly what I needed.
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 life feels small. 

You know, when you find yourself doing the same things in the same way day in and day out and rather than comforting you, it feels like your missing something. 

It’s for when you find yourself saying NO to all sorts of things in your life when saying YES might be what you need to for what’s next to find you. 

Grab a notebook and come listen!
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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 Lauren Castillo about her newest release: SCHOOL FOR WOODLAND CREATURES.

This newest release of the OUR FRIEND HEDGEHOG series is a cozy early reader that takes place on the first day of school and is about overcoming your doubts and letting your light shine. It’s delightful!

Come listen as we talk about Lauren’s multi-faceted journey into children’s literature, the personal connection behind each book in the OUR FRIEND HEDGEHOG series and the beautiful themes that are sure to inspire readers. Plus, you’ll learn what my favorite illustration in the book was, a theme carried through the whole series. It’s a delightful and joyful conversation!

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Books make Mondays better! This week, I’m reading Books make Mondays better!

This week, I’m reading MAKING SENSE OF LIFE by Simin Cai.

It’s bookish serendipity at its best: I won it in a Goodreads giveaway and it seems to fit my one word theme of BASK for August quite well:

What matters most for me and how do I want to enjoy it?

What books are making your Monday better?
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