Bianca with Grace Lin and Kate Messner on Once Upon a Book

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In this episode, we have two guests: Newbery, Geisel, and Caldecott honoree Grace Lin and NYT bestselling author Kate Messner, who partnered on the picture book Once Upon a Book. This incredibly stunning book celebrates the joys of reading, the importance of imagination, and the transportive power of books.

Grace Lin is the recipient of the Children's Literature Legacy Award and is the bestselling author and illustrator of over thirty books, including A Big Mooncake for Little Star (a Caldecott Honor), A Big Bed for Little Snow, Where the Mountain Meets the Moon (a Newbery Honor), The Year of the Dog, and the Ling & Ting series. Grace is a Rhode Island School of Design graduate and lives in Massachusetts.

Kate Messner is a New York Times bestselling author of more than fifty books for young readers. Kate's award-winning titles include picture books like Over and Under the Snow and The Brilliant Deep; novels like Breakout and Chirp; engaging nonfiction like The Next President and the History Smashers series; the Ranger in Time Adventures; and the Fergus and Zeke easy readers. Kate lives on Lake Champlain.

Transcription:

You can read the transcription on ⁠⁠The Children's Book Review.

Order copies:

Once Upon a Book on ⁠⁠⁠Bookshop.org⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠Amazon⁠.

Resources:

Grace Lin invites you to visit her at www.gracelin.com.

Kate Messner invites you to visit her at ⁠www.katemessner.com⁠.

Discussion Topics:

The things that motivate Grace Lin and Kate Messner to write books for children.
School visits and fitting in time to write.
Thoughts on growing up readers and the importance of story in our lives.
Beverly Cleary and the Ramona books.
How a poster led to the creation of Once Upon a Book.
When to ask for help and the artistic process of collaboration.
Creating and dissecting the stunning artwork of Once Upon a Book.
Highlights from Once Upon a Book and the impact they hope it has on readers.

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Bianca with Grace Lin and Kate Messner on Once Upon a Book

The Children's Book Review: Growing Readers Podcast

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Transcription:

You can read the transcription on ⁠⁠The Children's Book Review.

Order copies:

Once Upon a Book on ⁠⁠⁠Bookshop.org⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠Amazon⁠.

Resources:

Grace Lin invites you to visit her at www.gracelin.com.

Kate Messner invites you to visit her at ⁠www.katemessner.com⁠.

Discussion Topics:

The things that motivate Grace Lin and Kate Messner to write books for children.
School visits and fitting in time to write.
Thoughts on growing up readers and the importance of story in our lives.
Beverly Cleary and the Ramona books.
How a poster led to the creation of Once Upon a Book.
When to ask for help and the artistic process of collaboration.
Creating and dissecting the stunning artwork of Once Upon a Book.
Highlights from Once Upon a Book and the impact they hope it has on readers.

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When You Find a Hope: How Allie Millington Turned Rejection into Art 31:47

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Join us as Meredith Seacrest Leach discusses her debut picture book "The Make Believers," co-written with her brother Ryan Seacrest. In this heartwarming conversation, Meredith shares how her daughter's boundless imagination and her work with the Ryan Seacrest Foundation inspired this celebration of creative play. She reveals how the book's message—that dreams can flourish with open eyes, not just during sleep—connects to childhood wonder and imagination's healing power in children's hospitals. From reminiscing about her own third-grade writing adventures to collaborating with her famous brother during the pandemic, Meredith offers insights into the creative process and the joy of keeping imagination alive at any age. Parents and caregivers will particularly appreciate her practical advice on fostering creativity and the importance of putting down technology to engage in transformative play with children. Transcription: You can read the transcription on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Children's Book Review ⁠⁠⁠ Order Copies: The Make-Believers on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Amazon ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Bookshop.org ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. About the Author: Meredith Seacrest Leach is the executive director and COO of the Ryan Seacrest Foundation. She was a driving force behind the conception and development of the foundation since its inception in 2009. She manages and cultivates relationships with key partners and donors in entertainment, health care, education, and technology while strategizing financial campaigns and programs to help continuously advance the organization and the fourteen Seacrest Studios in leading pediatric hospitals nationwide. Before overseeing the foundation, Meredith was the director of creative affairs at Reveille, now known as the production company Endemol Shine North America. Some programming she was responsible for included Nashville Star, MasterChef, and The Buried Life. She also worked in hospitality public relations, managing several luxury resort accounts, and as the manager of communications at Entertainment Tonight and The Insider, where she oversaw national press for two top entertainment news programs. The Make-Believers is her first picture book.…

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Mac Barnett on Flipping Santa's Story: Santa's First Christmas 32:12

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Award-winning children's author Mac Barnett joins us to discuss his heartwarming new picture book Santa's First Christmas , beautifully illustrated by Sydney Smith. In this fresh take on holiday storytelling, Santa experiences the magic of Christmas Day for the very first time, thanks to his thoughtful elves. Mac shares insights into the creative process and his collaboration with acclaimed illustrator Sydney Smith and reflects on how Christmas books create special yearly traditions for families. From the warmth of Christmas lights to sneaking tastes of cookie icing, discover how this charming story turns the traditional Santa narrative on its head while celebrating the joy of both giving and receiving during the holiday season. Transcription: You can read the transcription on ⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Children's Book Review ⁠⁠. Order Copies: Santa's First Christmas on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Amazon ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Bookshop.org ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. About the Author: Mac Barnett is the New York Times bestselling author of many picture books, including the New York Times bestseller The Wolf, the Duck, and the Mouse ; the Caldecott Honor Book and E.B. White Read-Aloud Award winner Sam and Dave Dig a Hole ; and the Caldecott Honor Book and Boston Globe-Horn Book Award winner Extra Yarn . He also coauthors the bestselling Terrible Two series with Jory John. Mac lives in Oakland, California.…

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Sophie and the Swans: Holly Peppe on Kindness, Bullying, and the Power of Children's Literature 33:46

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In this episode of The Growing Readers Podcast , host Bianca Schulze sits down with author Holly Peppe to discuss her children's book, Sophie and the Swans . Peppe shares her experiences as a teacher and writer, her insights on addressing bullying, and her reflections on the power of kindness in children's literature. Listeners will gain insight into: Holly Peppe's journey from teacher to children's book author The inspiration behind Sophie and the Swans and its real-life setting How the book addresses bullying and promotes kindness The importance of role models in children's literature Peppe's approach to writing and her daily journaling practice The impact of personal experiences on understanding children's behavior This episode is a must-listen for parents, educators, and anyone interested in children's literature, bullying prevention, and the power of kindness. Join us for an inspiring conversation about the impact of children's books, the importance of addressing bullying, and the enduring power of kindness to overcome challenges. Transcription: You can read the transcription on ⁠⁠⁠ The Children's Book Review ⁠. Order Copies: Sophie and the Swans on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Amazon ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bookshop.org ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. About the Author: Holly Peppe is an author and educator with a diverse teaching career spanning from elementary music to college-level literature. She is the author of Sophie and the Swans and co-author of Touch the Sky: My Solo Flight Around the World with Barrington Irving. Peppe's writing focuses on important themes such as kindness, empathy, and bullying prevention. Be sure to explore the heartwarming story and valuable lessons on kindness and bullying prevention in Sophie and the Swans . This book offers an engaging narrative and important insights for young readers, parents, and educators alike.…

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Dancing Through Darkness: Dr. Edith Eger's Journey from Auschwitz to Inspiration 35:27

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