We're back with this fun chat with Cathy Stefanec Ogren and Lesley Breen to get all the behind the scenes details about their new book, Pew! The Stinky and Legen-Dairy Gift from Colonel Thomas S. Meacham.

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After much deliberation, we've decided to take a step back from releasing weekly episodes in order to have a bit more time to dedicate to our own writing. But this is not goodbye- just, see you soon. We'll be back periodically to drop new interviews so be sure to subscribe so you won't miss an episode when it releases! Thank you so much to our dedicated listeners! We are so grateful and honored you shared your precious time with us!

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Don't forget! Kirsti is starting her own podcast, Coaching for Creatives with Kirsti! Check out the first episode here: https://www.redcircle.com/shows/82c42128-fdd4-47ab-a7f2-f9afdf5f2929

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Listen to this week's episode and hear all of the amazing work that went into the making of You So Black, written by Theresa THA S.O.N.G.B.I.R.D., illustrated by London Ladd, and edited by Denene Millner.

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This week we chat with our own Kim Chaffee, illustrator Alexandra Badiu and editor Kayla Tostevin about the journey behind the pb bio, Courage in Her Cleats: The Story of Soccer Star Abby Wambach.

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We love this clever book so much! Don't miss our conversation with John Bray and Josh Cleland about their book, The End.

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Join us for a delightful conversation with Chana and Larry Stiefel, Daphna Awadish, and Lili Rosenstreich as we learn about the journey of Mendal’s Hanukkah Mess Up!

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We've compiled a list of 10 great gifts we think any writer would love to have this holiday season! Happy gifting and don't forget, there's nothing wrong with treating yourself too!

1.Wishing Ball: https://www.uncommongoods.com/product/wishing-ball

2.Master Class: https://www.masterclass.com

3.Writing Barn: http://thewritingbarn.com/gift-cards/

4.Frostbeard Studios Candle: https://www.etsy.com/search?q=frostbeard%20studio

5.Aqua Notes Waterproof Writing Pad: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AS5I0ZS/ref=cm_sw_r_api_i_B2A01QFMWZVSCS4QR36X_0?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

6.Kind Cotton: https://kindcotton.com/

7.Storiarts: https://storiarts.com/

8.G2 Pens: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07NF441ND/ref=tsm_1_tp_tc

9.Svaha Dress: https://svahausa.com/products/book-fairy-emmy-dress

10.Gift Cards to You Local Independent Bookstore: Check your local area

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You won't want to miss this conversation with Nell Cross Beckerman, Kalen Chock, Katie Heit, and Brian LaRossa. We get all the behind the scenes details about the book journey for Caves!

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Rock on, Lookers! Join us for this rockin' conversation with Lisa Tolin and Stephanie Pitts and get a behind-the-scenes look at the creative journey for How to be a Rock Star!

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Listen in as we chat with Susanna Leonard Hill and Betsy Snyder about their delightful new book, Alphabedtime!

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How do you find time to write when life is already so full? Join us for this conversation where we share some tips on how you can fit in writing and also a reminder that rest is equally as important as work.

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Listen in as we chat with Jon Scieszka, Julia Rothman, and Liz Bicknell about the hilarious and incomparable book, The Read Dada Mother Goose: A Treasury of Complete Nonsense!

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Listen in as we chat with Jeanne Walker Harvey, Diana Toledano, and Andrea Welch about the beautiful, high-fashion biography, Dressing Up the Stars: The Story of Movie Costume Designer Edith Head.

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Today we chat with the brilliant creators behind the new book, Brainstorm! Listen to our conversation with Rebecca Gardyn Levington, Kate Kronreif, and editor Sarah Rockett.

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Imposter syndrome- we all feel it. This episode is a conversation about the realities of it, some ideas on how to deal with it, and a reminder to try to be kinder with ourselves. You're not alone and it will be ok. Let's all try to remember to find joy in the journey.

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Today we chat with Melissa Coffey and Josh Cleland about the behind-the-scenes journey of their new book, Fridge-Opolis!

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Listen to Bob Shea and Pam Consolazio share the behind-the-scenes details about the making of Bob's new book, I Am a Baby!

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Take a listen as we chat with Donna Cangelosi and Amanda Calatzis about the behind-the-scenes journey of their beautiful book, Mister Rogers' Gift of Music

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THIS is where you can find all the info:

Community Resources:

SCBWI: https://www.scbwi.org/

12 x 12 Picture Book Challenge: https://www.12x12challenge.com/

Course Resources:

The Writing Barn: https://thewritingbarn.com/

The Children's Book Academy: https://www.childrensbookacademy.com/

Reneé LaTulippe's Lyrical Language Lab: https://www.reneelatulippe.com/lyrical-language-lab/

Highlights Foundation: https://www.highlightsfoundation.org/

Book Resources:

Writing Picture Books by Ann Whitford Paul: https://www.indiebound.org/search/book?keys=writing+picture+books

The Thesaurus Books: https://www.indiebound.org/book/9780999296318

Online Resources:

Writers' Rumpus Blog: https://writersrumpus.com/

Josh Funk's website: https://www.joshfunkbooks.com/resources-for-writers

Kidlit 411: http://www.kidlit411.com/

Tara Lazar's Storystorm: https://taralazar.com/storystorm/

ReFoReMo: http://www.reforemo.com/

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Today's episode is sponsored by Kirstine Call, coaching for creatives. Find out more here: www.kirstinecall.com

In today's episode we chat with our own Kirsti Call, Denis Angelov, Cindy Kim, and Claire Torres about the creative process behind The Big Scream!

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