Goldi Rocks and the Three Bears – an interview with Dawn Young

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Podcast #112

For my one hundred twelfth Dream Gardens children’s books podcast, I interviewed author Dawn Young about the picture book Goldi Rocks and the Three Bears, written by Corey Rosen Schwartz and Beth Coulton, and illustrated by Nate Wragg. Goldi Rocks is a modern update of a kids’ classic story which hits all the right notes.

Dawn Young is the author of such picture books as Counting Elephants, and the Night Baa-fore series.  Her latest picture book is Once Upon a Christmas, illustrated by Kenneth Anderson. You can find more information about Dawn at www.dawnyoungbooks.com

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Dream Gardens will be going on hiatus until January, 2022. My next podcast will be with author Rosena Fung about the middle grade horror novel Small Spaces by Katherine Arden It will be published Monday, January 3, 2022.

Angelina Ballerina – an interview with Elizabeth Lilly

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Podcast #111

For my one hundred eleventh Dream Gardens children’s books podcast, I interviewed author and illustrator Elizabeth Lilly about the picture book Angelina Ballerina, written by Katharine Holabird and illustrated by Helen Craig. Angelina wants to be a ballerina so much, it all she can think about. What to do? Let her be a ballerina!

Elizabeth Lilly is the author and illustrator of  the picture book Geraldine.  Her latest picture book is  Let Me Fix You a Plate: A Tale of Two Kitchens.  You can find Elizabeth’s website at www.elizabeth-lilly.com.

I also have a conversation with Judy Newman, President of Scholastic Book Clubs (@ScholasticClub), about Scholastic Book Clubs new program, The United States of Readers. You can find more information about the program at Scholastic.com/unitedstatesofreaders.

Podcasts are available on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Please link, share, comment, write a review or subscribe. Let me know what you think! If you are interested in participating in the Dream Gardens podcast, send me a request through my contact page.

My next podcast will be with author Dawn Young about the picture book Goldi Rocks and the Three Bears, written by Corey Rosen Schwartz and Beth Coulton, illustrated by Nate Wragg . It will be published Monday, November 15, 2021.

What Mary Jo Shared – an interview with Donna Washington

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Podcast #110

For my one hundred tenth Dream Gardens children’s books podcast, I interviewed author and story teller Donna Washington about the picture book What Mary Jo Shared, written by Janice May Udry and illustrated by Eleanor Mill. Mary Jo can’t find anything to share, until she figures out the best thing she has to share has been there all along.

Donna Washington is an award winning storyteller, spoken word recording artist, and author. Her story collections include such titles as A Tureen of Tales and A Little Shiver, and she is the author of such children’s books as Li’l Rabbit’s Kwanzaa. Her latest children’s book is called Boo Stew.  You can find Donna’s website at dlwstoryteller.com.

The winner of my HALLOWEEN SHORTS CONTEST is Mahnoor S.! You can read hear story here or listen to me read it on this podcast. Thanks to everyone who participated!

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My next podcast will be with author and illustrator Elizabeth Lilly about the picture book Angelina Ballerina by Katharine Holabird. It will be published Monday, November 1, 2021.

Ghost Cat – an interview with Rebecca Van Slyke

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Podcast #109

For my one hundred ninth Dream Gardens children’s books podcast, I interviewed author Rebecca VanSlyke about the picture book Ghost Cat by Kevan Atteberry. A young boy searches for a mysterious ghostly cat in a short tale that is simple but full of depth and emotion.

Rebecca VanSlyke is  author of  such picture books as Mom School, Dad School, Lexie the Word Wrangler, and Lana Lynn Howls at the Moon. Her latest book is Lana Lynn and the New Watchdog.  You can find Rebecca’s website at rebeccavanslyke.com.

Also, a reminder about my HALLOWEEN SHORTS CONTEST. Send me your best Halloween story for children following the directions below. If your story is picked, not only will you win a signed copy of my middle grade novel HUSH-A-BYE, but I will also read your story on my October 18th Dream Gardens podcast and post it on this page for all to read! For more information, visit the Halloween Shorts page.

Podcasts are available on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Please link, share, comment, write a review or subscribe. Let me know what you think! If you are interested in participating in the Dream Gardens podcast, send me a request through my contact page.

My next podcast will be with author and story teller Donna Washington about the picture book What Mary Jo Shared written by Janice May Udry, illustrated by Elizabeth Sayles. It will be published Monday, October 17, 2021.

The Girl and the Goddess: Stories and Poems of Divine Wisdom – an interview with Sheetal Sheth

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Podcast #108

For my one hundred eighth Dream Gardens children’s books podcast, I interviewed author Sheetal Sheth about the YA verse novel for young readers, The Girl and the Goddess: Stories and Poems of Divine Wisdom by Nikita Gill. It tells the coming of age story of a girl named Paro through poetry that is sad and beautiful and ultimately inspiring.

Sheetal Sheth is an actress, producer, and activist. She is also author of the children’s book Always Anjali. Her latest book is another adventure with Anjali called  Bravo Anjali, which will be available on September 21st.  You can find information about Sheetal at sheetalsheth.com.

Also, a reminder about my HALLOWEEN SHORTS CONTEST. Send me your best Halloween story for children following the directions below. If your story is picked, not only will you win a signed copy of my middle grade novel HUSH-A-BYE, but I will also read your story on my October 18th Dream Gardens podcast and post it on this page for all to read! For more information, visit the Halloween Shorts page.

Podcasts are available on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Please link, share, comment, write a review or subscribe. Let me know what you think! If you are interested in participating in the Dream Gardens podcast, send me a request through my contact page.

My next podcast will be with author Rebecca Van Slyke about Ghost Cat by Kevan Atteberry. It will be published Monday, October 4, 2021.