Best Charnaie Gordon Podcasts (2024)

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Mighty Mara: Celebrate Disability Pride Month with Author Carino Ho 15:31

3M ago15:31

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Carina Ho is dancer and musician who performs under the moniker ONIKHO. Having trained in dance and music since childhood, Carina joined AXIS Dance Company, a physically integrated dance company that casts dancers with and without disabilities, shortly after sustaining a spinal cord injury. Over the next two years she toured the United States with …

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Miss Edmonia's Class of Wildfires: Author Victoria Scott-Miller 34:10

4M ago34:10

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Victoria Scott-Miller is an award-winning Raleigh-based entrepreneur, documentarian, author, creator of "The Museum Lives in Me” book series, and owner of North Carolina’s first black-owned children’s bookstore, Liberation Station. She was inducted as the youngest and first African American woman into the Wake County Public School Hall of Fame in t…

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Mental Health Awareness Month with Author Lynn Joseph: My Code Word 30:50

4M ago30:50

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Lynn's picture book, My Code Word: For When I'm Scared or Afraid, is a great recommendation to read during Mental Health Awareness Month or anytime of the year. It's a story about a young boy who acutely sees what's going on in the world and internalizes the negative things to a point where he begins to fear for his future. When everything seems mo…

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The Switch: Kickstart Your Summer Reading with Author Jesse Byrd 31:01

4M ago31:01

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Jesse Byrd is an international award-winning children’s book author and the youngest NPR Board member. At 6’8”, Jesse pivoted from playing basketball at UCSB to pursue his passion for storytelling. After working at Google in Silicon Valley and later EY in Dubai as Director of Communications for Middle East and North Africa, Jesse turned all of his …

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Bunso Meets a Mumu - Celebrating AANHPI Heritage Month with Author/Illustrator Rev Valdez 28:09

4M ago28:09

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Rev Valdez is a Filipino-American illustrator based in Brentwood, CA. He’s passionate about introducing readers to the myths of Filipino culture through fun, funny and visual storytelling. In this episode we discuss his book, Bunso Meets a Mumu, advice for aspiring writers, his career as a Kindergarten teacher, and more. A Mumu, is the Filipino ver…

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Look Up!: Fontaine the Pigeon Starts a Revolution (Screen Free Week) Britt Gondolfi & Amanda Romanick 50:35

4M ago50:35

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To kick off Screen Free Week, listen as author Britt Gondolfi and illustrator Amanda Romanick discuss their picture book Fontaine the Pigeon Starts a Revolution and the impacts that screens are having on children and families. Britt Gondolfi grew up in the elder millennial era. She reminisces about having a screen-free childhood, minus a little Nin…

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Jeet and Fudge: Get to Know Author, President, & CEO of Baker & Taylor Amandeep Kochar. 31:46

5M ago31:46

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Step into the world of literature and publishing with author, President, & CEO of Baker & Taylor Amandeep S. Kochar, the creative force behind the Jeet and Fudge early readers series. In this episode, Amandeep shares his personal journey as an author and some insights into running Baker & Taylor publishing company. From discussing the inspiration b…

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Children's Book Author's Dilemma: To Vend or Attend - Deciding with Intention 22:56

6M ago22:56

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In this episode, learn how to define with intention your preference to vend at events or attend events as a participant. Plus, stick around till the end for a super helpful segment called the "Tip of the Week" where you’ll receive one simple piece of advice that you can use immediately for making the most of your event plans. Support the show For S…

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Ep 23: Tax & Bookkeeping Tips To Keep Your Children’s Book Business Out of Trouble 34:03

9M ago34:03

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Welcome to the Children's Book Marketing Podcast! In this episode, I sit down for a Conversation with The Savvy Accountant, Atiya Brown. She is a licensed CPA, author of the book "Savvy Tax Strategies for Small Business Owners," and what she has to share is essential are insights into tax strategies that every children’s book author should know abo…

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Ep 22: Navigating the Grant World: How to Secure Funding for Your Children's Book Business 39:15

1y ago39:15

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Welcome back to the Children's Book Marketing Podcast, where we delve into the world of children's book writing, publishing, and marketing. In today's episode, we have a very special guest, Linda Peavey, who is an expert in grant writing and securing funding for small businesses, including children's book authors. Linda will be sharing valuable ins…

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Like Lava in my Veins with Author Derrick Barnes 47:42

1y ago47:42

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Derrick Barnes is a National Book Award Finalist for his 2022 graphic novel Victory Stand!: Raising My Fist For Justice, which also won the 2023 YALSA Excellence in Young Adult Nonfiction Award, and a Coretta Scott King Award Author Honor. He is also the author of the critically acclaimed, multi-award-winning picture book Crown: An Ode to the Fresh…

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Episode 021: How To Craft Your Amazon Strategy for Consistent Children’s Book Sales 25:52

1+ y ago25:52

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Have you been unclear on how to make Amazon’s marketplace work for you? It took two years, but I have discovered a strategy for selling children’s books on Amazon that you can adapt to achieve your own goals. To find out what it is, so you can use it as well, listen to this episode. Support the show For Show Notes, Visit the website: http://www.chi…

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Always With You, Always With Me Kelly Rowland and Jessica McKay 58:22

1+ y ago58:22

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Kelly Rowland is a four-time Grammy Award–winning singer, songwriter, actress, and executive producer with over 40 million records sold. She’s known worldwide as a founding member of Destiny’s Child, one of the bestselling female groups of all time. Kelly is also the coauthor of Whoa, Baby!: A Guide for New Moms Who Feel Overwhelmed and Freaked Out…

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Ep 020: The Most Important Relationship That Will Get Your Children’s Books Into Local Libraries 42:02

1+ y ago42:02

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Ever wonder how to get your children’s books into your local library? Well, find out how by learning the process from a community librarian that shares what you need to know about building relationships and using reviews to get your children’s books listed. Support the show For Show Notes, Visit the website: http://www.childrensbookmarketing.co/epi…

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My Fade is Fresh: Getting to Know Shauntay Grant 32:26

2y ago32:26

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Shauntay Grant is an author, poet, playwright, and multimedia artist. Her love of literature stretches back to her storytelling roots in Nova Scotia's historic Black communities. Shauntay holds an MFA in creative writing from the University of British Columbia and is an associate professor of creative writing at Dalhousie University. A former poet …

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What You Need To Know About Listing Your Children’s Books With A Book Aggregator 26:00

2y ago26:00

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Are thinking about selling your children’s books through a book aggregator? Whether you’re on the fence about who to partner with, or whether to work with one at all, you’ll want to tune in for this episode. Not only do I take you behind the scenes to explore my experiment, listing with one of the largest book aggregator services in the world, but …

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Mi Cuidad Sings: Getting to Know Debut Author Cynthia Harmony 20:59

2y ago20:59

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Cynthia Harmony is an author and educational psychologist, originally from Mexico City. She has published for the educational market and was awarded the 2020 We Need Diverse Books Mentorship. Her debut picture book MI CIUDAD SINGS is a Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection. Her board book OUR WORLD: MEXICO published by Barefoot Books, releas…

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Black Boy, Black Boy: Jorge Redmon and Ali Kamanda 43:33

2y ago43:33

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Ali Biko Sulaiman Kamanda is an award-winning filmmaker and social entrepreneur from Sierra Leone, West Africa. He runs BIKO Studios, a cross-cultural film production company and is the President of Salone Rising, a non-profit organization that provides micro-financing and mentoring resources to small business owners in rural Sierra Leone. Jorge (p…

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To New Heights: Tacko Fall and Justin Haynes 43:44

2y ago43:44

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Tacko Fall emigrated from Senegal as a teenager to play basketball and rose to prominence when he was selected by the Boston Celtics and became a seven-foot-six ball-playing sensation. He has played for the Boston Celtics and the Cleveland Cavaliers and lives in Cleveland, Ohio. In addition to basketball, Tacko Fall is a scholar, and he has a stron…

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3 Reasons You Should Begin Building Your Email List, Like Yesterday 19:18

2y ago19:18

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You have probably heard that you need to start building an email subscribers list, but why it’s necessary may not be obvious. Listen to this episode to find out what you’re able to do more of when you can connect to your children’s book community using email marketing. Support the show For Show Notes, Visit the website: http://www.childrensbookmark…

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Ep 17: How Not To Waste Money When You Use Ads To Promote Your Children’s Book 29:04

2y ago29:04

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Join me for a conversation with Facebook & Instagram Ads Strategist, Stacy Zeal. Her runs an agency that helps product-based small businesses avoid wasting money running ads to reach your children’s book readers. Support the show For Show Notes, Visit the website: http://www.childrensbookmarketing.co/episodes…

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50 - American Desi: Jyoti Rajan Gopal and Supriya Kelkar 49:58

2+ y ago49:58

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Jyoti Rajan Gopal is a writer, mom, and Kindergarten teacher. Growing up, she lived in Thailand, Indonesia, Myanmar, India, and China. Twenty-eight years ago, she moved to New York and now lives in Yonkers in a quirky old Victorian, with her husband and two daughters. Her favorite place in the house is the wrap around porch where she loves to gathe…

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49 - The First and Only Openly Gay Strongman in the World: Rob Kearney & Eric Rosswood 33:20

2+ y ago33:20

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Rob Kearney is an American Professional Strongman as well as the first and only openly gay professional strongman in the world. Rob decided to compete in the Heavyweight class where he took 1st place in the 2016 Log Lift World Championships and has gone on to compete at World’s Strongest Man. Rob is a Giants Live Champion (North American Open 2017)…

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Ep 16: Your Blog Is Just The Beginning, A Conversation With Content Creator, Charnaie Gordon 31:15

2+ y ago31:15

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Join me for a conversation with author and content creator, Charnaie Gordon! We talk about the importance of having a blog and the long-term impact of consistently creating content. Plus, we discuss how children’s book authors can extend their love for literacy into non-profit organizations that impact the community while also leaving a legacy. Add…

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48 - Why I’m Planning to Pivot on Social Media to Share Bookish Content 15:13

2+ y ago15:13

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In response to a recent post in my Instagram stories, I’m talking about the positive and negative impacts social media has had on my life over the past seven years. Connect with Charnaie online in the following places: Blog: http://hereweeread.com Personal Website: charnaiegordon.com Podcast Email Address: hereweereadpodcast@gmail.com Find Charnaie…

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47 - The Bad Guys: Live Interview with Aaron Blabey and Pierre Perifel 21:52

2+ y ago21:52

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This episode is a recording of a live interview that took place on April 13th on the campus of DreamWorks Animation Studio in Glendale, California. I had the incredible opportunity to interview the author and executive producer of the movie The Bad Guys, Aaron Blabey and the director Pierre Perifel in-person after watching a private screening of th…

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46 - Twelve Dinging Doorbells: Book Chat with Author Tameka Fryer-Brown 41:03

2+ y ago41:03

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Tameka Fryer Brown (a native of Miami, Florida) has called Charlotte, North Carolina home for over 20 years. Her first literary accomplishment as a children’s book writer came when she was awarded one of two First Prizes in the 2008 Cheerios® Spoonfuls of Stories® New Author Contest. Her debut picture book, Around Our Way on Neighbors’ Day, was pub…

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45 - Mango and Marigold Press: Chatting Books and Diversity with CEO Sailja Joshi 48:34

2+ y ago48:34

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Growing up, Sailaja was a voracious reader. From Leo the Lop to Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings and Amelia Bedelia, she loved every book she read. If you were to ask her today what her favorite book is, she'd likely say either the Harry Potter series OR The Tao of Pooh. It really depends on the day. Sailaja has been a passionate volunteer in the Hi…

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44 - Here Wee Read Live: New York Times Bestselling Author Derrick Barnes and Vanessa Brantley-Newton – The Queen of Kindergarten 1:38:38

2+ y ago1:38:38

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This episode is a recording from a live author panel event that took place on March 8, 2022. This was an intimate couch conversation with author-illustrator Vanessa Brantley-Newton and New York Times Bestselling Author Derrick Barnes. Moderated by Charnaie Gordon from Here Wee Read. Connect with Charnaie online in the following places: Blog: http:/…

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Ep 15: The 3 Must-haves That Serve As The Basis Of Your Children’s Book Messaging Strategy 22:41

2+ y ago22:41

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In this episode of The Children's Book Marketing Podcast, you'll learn where your message strategy begins, and what appeals to the reader, but not just any reader...Your Ideal Readers. Plus, you'll find out about a dynamic resource that will make it possible for you to choose who's your Ideal Reader. Additional resources you may want to check out t…

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43 - 10 Children’s Books Publishing in 2022: JaNay Brown-Wood, PhD 47:18

2+ y ago47:18

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JaNay Brown-Wood, PhD is an author, educator, literary advocate, and mother who is committed to nurturing the next generation of readers by writing stories with more diversity and representation. Among her books releasing this year is a collaboration with Grammy-winning pop star Ciara and Super Bowl champion Russell Wilson titled Why Not You? a pic…

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42 - Here Wee Read Live: Black Children’s Book Week Author Panel 1:17:25

2+ y ago1:17:25

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This episode is a recording from a live author panel event that took place on February 28, 2022 as part of Black Children’s Book Week, a week-long literary event celebrating Black children in literature. This was an intimate couch conversation with author-illustrator Vanessa Brantley-Newton, Denene Millner, Schele Williams, and Ty Allan Jackson. Mo…

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41 - We Got the Spirit: Up Close and Personal with Frank and Connie Morrison 37:58

2+ y ago37:58

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Frank Morrison started his journey as a graffiti artist in New Jersey, tagging walls with spray paint. Frank's work can be found in numerous award-winning children’s books including Coretta Scott King - John Steptoe Award winner Jazzy Miz Mozetta, NAACP Image Award winner Our Children Can Soar and Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor, Little Melba …

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Ep 14: Content Creation Without The Chaos, Shortcuts You Can Start Using Today 21:51

2+ y ago21:51

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Welcome to Season 2, Episode 14 where you will discover how you can save time with content creation using shortcuts that I use every day. To make it easy, I'm sharing the system and tools that will help you manage content creation and sharing. Also, learn why you must resist the urge to be everywhere at once on social media, and when's the best tim…

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40 - When the World Feels Heavy: Children’s Book Recommendations 11:01

2+ y ago11:01

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In response to all of the troubling current events happening around the world, I’m sharing a few children’s book recommendations. You can join the conversation by sending me an email message to: hereweereadpodcast@gmail.com. I’d love to know what books you’re reading in your schools or at home with your children or grandchildren. Books mentioned in…

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39 - Blackout: Chatting Books with NYT Bestselling YA & Picture Book Author Tiffany D. Jackson 42:14

2+ y ago42:14

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Tiffany D. Jackson is the NYT Bestselling, award winning author of YA novels Monday’s Not Coming, Allegedly, Let Me Hear A Rhyme, Grown, White Smoke, Santa in The City and co-author of Blackout. A Coretta Scott King — John Steptoe New Talent Award-winner and the NAACP Image Award-nominee, she received her Bachelor of Arts in film from Howard Univer…

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38 - Marley and the Family Band with Author, Singer, & CEO Cedella Marley 45:14

2+ y ago45:14

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Cedella Marley is a Grammy-winning singer, designer, entrepreneur, and the first-born daughter of reggae singers Bob and Rita Marley. She is the CEO of Bob Marley's recording label, Tuff Gong International, and the author of multiple children's books including One Love. A life-long advocate of philanthropy, Cedella is the director of the Bob Marley…

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37 - Saving the Day with Author, Actress, Comedian, and Founder Karyn Parsons 58:43

2+ y ago58:43

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Karyn Parsons is best known for her role as Will Smith’s spoiled and quippy cousin Hilary Banks on NBC’s The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. After Fresh Prince, Karyn went on to found Sweet Blackberry, an award-winning series of children’s animated films and books sharing stories of unsung black heroes in history, featuring narration from stars such as Al…

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36 - Black History Month: Teaching Beyond Slavery, Racism, Oppression, and Struggle 11:33

2+ y ago11:33

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In response to a recent post on my Instagram account, I’m talking about ggoing beyond teaching children about slavery, racism, oppression, and struggle during Black History Month or anytime of the year. You can join the conversation by either leaving a comment on my Instagram post, or sending me an email message to: hereweereadpodcast@gmail.com. I’…

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35 - Everything is Figureoutable: Jumpstart the New Year with NY Times Bestselling Author & Thought Leader Marie Forleo 39:36

2+ y ago39:36

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MARIE FORLEO is an entrepreneur, #1 New York Times bestselling author, and host of the award-winning show MarieTV and The Marie Forleo Podcast, with millions of fans worldwide. One of the leading voices in personal development, she’s been featured everywhere from The Today Show to Harper’s Bazaar to Inc Magazine among others. Marie runs the acclaim…

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Ep 13: 5 Ways To Deliver Digital Content About Your Children’s Books 31:31

2+ y ago31:31

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This episode provides an overview of the 5 different ways to deliver digital content to people who will read your children’s books, and guidance to select the right digital platform for you to connect with them. Listen to my explanation on why content and messaging are essential to reaching readers that will not only buy but will also recommend you…

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34 - Just Us Books: Chatting Books with Wade & Cheryl Hudson 32:22

2+ y ago32:22

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Just Us Books, Inc. was founded in 1988 by Wade Hudson and Cheryl Willis Hudson. Wade serves as president and CEO of the company. His career as a writer spans more than three decades and has resulted in more than 25 published books for children and young adults. Wade serves on several community boards and is a member of the Society of Children’s Bo…

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33 - Poetry Matters: Up Close and Personal with Author & Poet Nikki Grimes 40:56

3y ago40:56

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Nikki Grimes does not consider herself a bona fide storyteller, but, as she told an audience at the Library of Congress, she is happy to own the title Poet. Born and raised in New York City, Nikki began composing verse at the age of six and has been writing ever since that time. A bestselling author and a prolific artist, Nikki has written many awa…

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Ep 12: Lessons Learned From The First Season Of Hosting The Children's Book Marketing 22:35

3y ago22:35

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Now that the podcast has officially crossed the one-year old threshold, I’ve learned a lot about how to proceed. In this episode, I share what’s to expect for the upcoming season and what brought about the shift. Also, I explain the fun new interactive, free coaching opportunities that are on deck that will even further prepare you to gain control …

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32 - Santa in the City Illustrator Reggie Brown 32:25

3y ago32:25

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Reggie Brown loves drawing vivid scenes of Black children and families that include expressive, unforgettable characters that make children and adults want to read and re-read those stories. He enjoys bringing to life in illustrations the stories of the immigrant experience; discrimination and racism; growing up in an underserved community; perseve…

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31 - A Friend Like You: Frank Murphy, Kayla Harren and Charnaie Gordon 59:00

3y ago59:00

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Frank Murphy is a teacher who writes and a writer who teaches. He has taught a wide variety of grades at the elementary for more than 28 years. A history buff, former basketball coach & Sixers fan, and popular speaker, Frank is the author of many fun historical fiction/biography books for young readers. As a teacher and father, Frank is committed t…

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Ep 11: Now, You’re Ready To Launch, It’s Time To Release Your Children’s Book 21:36

3y ago21:36

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In this episode, I go behind the scenes of The Children’s Book Launch Stages. This last one is simply called the Launch Stage. This is the third stage, designed to help you release your children’s book with a clear understanding of what to do, where, and how to make the magic happen. There’s a clear point in time when your self-publishing journey p…

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30 - Practice Finishing: An Intimate Conversation with Lamar Giles About Books, Staying the Course, and Fatherhood 46:44

3y ago46:44

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Lamar Giles is a well-published author and a founding member of We Need Diverse Books. His most recent novels include NOT SO PURE AND SIMPLE his first Contemporary Coming-of-Age Story (HarperTeen/HarperCollins) and Middle-Grade Fantasy THE LAST MIRROR ON THE LEFT (Versify/HMH), the sequel to his 2019 hit THE LAST LAST-DAY-OF-SUMMER. Lamar is a two-…

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29 - Everybody in the Red Brick Building: Up Close and Personal with Anne Wynter 39:55

3y ago39:55

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Anne Wynter is originally from Houston, Texas, and currently lives in Austin, Texas, with her husband, their two children, and a cat. In addition to writing children’s books, she’s written more than a dozen short plays that have been produced around the country. Anne earned a degree in drama from Washington University in St. Louis, received a certi…

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28 - Operation Sisterhood: Chatting Books with Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich 40:34

3y ago40:34

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Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich is the author of several children’s books, including 8th Grade Superzero, Two Naomis, co-authored with Audrey Vernick, which was nominated for an NAACP Image Award, It Doesn't Take A Genius, Operation Sisterhood, Above and Beyond: NASA's Journey to Tomorrow, and the picture books Someday Is Now and Mae Makes A Way. She…

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