Empowering Kids with Character

PANELISTS: Maria Dismondy (Facilitator)  Sarah Surgey Caroline Kerfoot Michelle Worthington Zoe Arena Alli Brydon About Maria Dismondy Maria Dismondy is a former educator and publisher at Cardinal Rule Press, located in Southeast Michigan. Maria is the host of the podcast All the Write Marketing, interviewing bibliophiles about marketing books and connecting with readers. Cardinal Rule Press is a children's picture book company that produces quality books for the modern child. Our books create a mirror or window for children to see themselves in the book. We work with educators to come up with resources that align with their curriculum, making our books the perfect addition to the classroom as mentor texts. We also offer free programming for schools through live readings with picture book authors several times a year. In addition, we have speakers who travel to schools nationwide to spread the message of Bucket Filling in school assemblies. Our books come in multiple languages and focus on important topics for children's social-emotional learning. Find out more at https://cardinalrulepress.com/ Subscribe! Find out when we have more FREE content available for classrooms, homeschoolers and those of you who are looking to become writers! Follow us on https://www.instagram.com/cardinalrulepress/ to learn about upcoming events and to connect with our team personally (via DMs)

PANELISTS: Adam Blackman (Facilitator)  Brooke Shannon Maria Dismondy Michelle Schaub About Maria Dismondy Maria Dismondy is a former educator and publisher at Cardinal Rule Press, located in Southeast Michigan. Maria is the host of the podcast All the Write Marketing, interviewing bibliophiles about marketing books and connecting with readers. Cardinal Rule Press is a children's picture book company that produces quality books for the modern child. Our books create a mirror or window for children to see themselves in the book. We work with educators to come up with resources that align with their curriculum, making our books the perfect addition to the classroom as mentor texts. We also offer free programming for schools through live readings with picture book authors several times a year. In addition, we have speakers who travel to schools nationwide to spread the message of Bucket Filling in school assemblies. Our books come in multiple languages and focus on important topics for children's social-emotional learning. Find out more at https://cardinalrulepress.com/ Subscribe! Find out when we have more FREE content available for classrooms, homeschoolers and those of you who are looking to become writers! Follow us on https://www.instagram.com/cardinalrulepress/ to learn about upcoming events and to connect with our team personally (via DMs)

PANELISTS: Maria Dismondy (Facilitator) Trudy Ludwig Patrice Karst Dana Wyss Vanessa Green Allen Onjali Rauf About Maria Dismondy Maria Dismondy is a former educator and publisher at Cardinal Rule Press, located in Southeast Michigan. Maria is the host of the podcast All the Write Marketing, interviewing bibliophiles about marketing books and connecting with readers. Cardinal Rule Press is a children's picture book company that produces quality books for the modern child. Our books create a mirror or window for children to see themselves in the book. We work with educators to come up with resources that align with their curriculum, making our books the perfect addition to the classroom as mentor texts. We also offer free programming for schools through live readings with picture book authors several times a year. In addition, we have speakers who travel to schools nationwide to spread the message of Bucket Filling in school assemblies. Our books come in multiple languages and focus on important topics for children's social-emotional learning. Find out more at https://cardinalrulepress.com/ Subscribe! Find out when we have more FREE content available for classrooms, homeschoolers and those of you who are looking to become writers! Follow us on https://www.instagram.com/cardinalrulepress/ to learn about upcoming events and to connect with our team personally (via DMs)

PANELISTS: Maria Dismondy (Facilitator) Pauline David-Sax Scott Campbell Pat Zietlow Miller About Maria Dismondy Maria Dismondy is a former educator and publisher at Cardinal Rule Press, located in Southeast Michigan. Maria is the host of the podcast All the Write Marketing, interviewing bibliophiles about marketing books and connecting with readers. Cardinal Rule Press is a children's picture book company that produces quality books for the modern child. Our books create a mirror or window for children to see themselves in the book. We work with educators to come up with resources that align with their curriculum, making our books the perfect addition to the classroom as mentor texts. We also offer free programming for schools through live readings with picture book authors several times a year. In addition, we have speakers who travel to schools nationwide to spread the message of Bucket Filling in school assemblies. Our books come in multiple languages and focus on important topics for children's social-emotional learning. Find out more at https://cardinalrulepress.com/ Subscribe! Find out when we have more FREE content available for classrooms, homeschoolers and those of you who are looking to become writers! Follow us on https://www.instagram.com/cardinalrulepress/ to learn about upcoming events and to connect with our team personally (via DMs)

PANELISTS:  Maria Dismondy (Facilitator)  Claire Noland Lizzie Assa Dr. Laura Markham Kristen Nordstrom About Maria Dismondy Maria Dismondy is a former educator and publisher at Cardinal Rule Press, located in Southeast Michigan. Maria is the host of the podcast All the Write Marketing, interviewing bibliophiles about marketing books and connecting with readers. Cardinal Rule Press is a children's picture book company that produces quality books for the modern child. Our books create a mirror or window for children to see themselves in the book. We work with educators to come up with resources that align with their curriculum, making our books the perfect addition to the classroom as mentor texts. We also offer free programming for schools through live readings with picture book authors several times a year. In addition, we have speakers that travel to schools nationwide to spread the message of Bucket Filling in school assemblies. Our books come in multiple languages and focus on topics that are important for social-emotional learning in children. Find out more at https://cardinalrulepress.com/ Subscribe! Find out when we have more FREE content available for classrooms, homeschoolers and those of you who are looking to become writers! Follow us on https://www.instagram.com/cardinalrulepress/ to learn about upcoming events and to connect with our team personally (via DMs)

PANELISTS:  Maria Dismondy (Facilitator)  Donn Swaby (donnswaby@yahoo.com) Dan Yaccarino (yaccarinostudio@gmail.com) Fiona McEntee (fiona@mcenteelaw.com) Selina Alko (selinaalko@gmail.com)  About Maria Dismondy Maria Dismondy is a former educator and publisher at Cardinal Rule Press, located in Southeast Michigan. Maria is the host of the podcast All the Write Marketing, interviewing bibliophiles about marketing books and connecting with readers. Cardinal Rule Press is a children's picture book company that produces quality books for the modern child. Our books create a mirror or window for children to see themselves in the book. We work with educators to come up with resources that align with their curriculum, making our books the perfect addition to the classroom as mentor texts. We also offer free programming for schools through live readings with picture book authors several times a year. In addition, we have speakers that travel to schools nationwide to spread the message of Bucket Filling in school assemblies. Our books come in multiple languages and focus on topics that are important for social emotional learning in children. Find out more at https://cardinalrulepress.com/ Subscribe! Find out when we have more FREE content available for classrooms, homeschoolers and those of you who are looking to become writers! Follow us on https://www.instagram.com/cardinalrulepress/ to learn about upcoming events and to connect with our team personally (via DMs)

PANELISTS:  Maria Dismondy (Facilitator)  Dr. Shefali - admin@drshefali.com (Kris, admin for Dr. Shefali) Daniel den Hollander - danielhilbrand@gmail.com  Dr. Kristin J. Carothers, Ph.D. - Dr.kjcarothers@gmail.com Dr. Kelly Jameson - kelly@drkellyjameson.com About Maria Dismondy Maria Dismondy is a former educator and publisher at Cardinal Rule Press, located in Southeast Michigan. Maria is the host of the podcast All the Write Marketing, interviewing bibliophiles about marketing books and connecting with readers. Cardinal Rule Press is a children's picture book company that produces quality books for the modern child. Our books create a mirror or window for children to see themselves in the book. We work with educators to come up with resources that align with their curriculum, making our books the perfect addition to the classroom as mentor texts. We also offer free programming for schools through live readings with picture book authors several times a year. In addition, we have speakers that travel to schools nationwide to spread the message of Bucket Filling in school assemblies. Our books come in multiple languages and focus on topics that are important for social emotional learning in children. Find out more at https://cardinalrulepress.com/ Subscribe! Find out when we have more FREE content available for classrooms, homeschoolers and those of you who are looking to become writers! Follow us on https://www.instagram.com/cardinalrulepress/ to learn about upcoming events and to connect with our team personally (via DMs)

PANELISTS:  Maria Dismondy (Facilitator)  Christina Dendy https://www.christinadendywrites.com/ CK Malone https://www.carlislemalonebooks.com/ Sally Pla https://sallyjpla.com/ Julia Finley Mosco www.amazingscientists.com Jenn Bailey www.jennbailey.com   About Maria Dismondy Maria Dismondy is a former educator and publisher at Cardinal Rule Press, located in Southeast Michigan. Maria is the host of the podcast All the Write Marketing, interviewing bibliophiles about marketing books and connecting with readers. Cardinal Rule Press is a children's picture book company that produces quality books for the modern child. Our books create a mirror or window for children to see themselves in the book. We work with educators to come up with resources that align with their curriculum, making our books the perfect addition to the classroom as mentor texts. We also offer free programming for schools through live readings with picture book authors several times a year. In addition, we have speakers that travel to schools nationwide to spread the message of Bucket Filling in school assemblies. Our books come in multiple languages and focus on topics that are important for social emotional learning in children. Find out more at https://cardinalrulepress.com/ Subscribe! Find out when we have more FREE content available for classrooms, homeschoolers and those of you who are looking to become writers! Follow us on https://www.instagram.com/cardinalrulepress/ to learn about upcoming events and to connect with our team personally (via DMs)

Episode # 78 Name of Episode: Know Your Niche with Erica Lyons Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music    In this episode, you will learn: About following your passion in life About finding your story Knowing your niche  The benefits of doing research and turning a narrow topic into a broad one Using social media to build your platform   Find out more about {Erica Lyons} here: Website: https://www.erica-lyons.com   Quote from show: “I think it comes down to really knowing what your niche is” “I believe everybody has one area where they are uniquely an expert in.”   About Maria Dismondy Maria Dismondy is a former educator and publisher at Cardinal Rule Press, located in Southeast Michigan. Maria is the host of the podcast All the Write Marketing, interviewing bibliophiles about marketing books and connecting with readers. To get more episodes of All the WRITE Marketing podcast, sign up here.

Episode #77 Name of Episode: Children's books - how do you reach parents with Colter Jackson Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music    In this episode, you will learn: Colter's journey into writing and illustrating Colter's illustrating style How an advertising background can help market your books The advantage of using Bookstagram! Reaching out to influencers to help market your work Advice for aspiring writers Find out more about {Colter Jackson} here: Website: http://www.colterjackson.com/ Quote from show: “Invest what you can and think of it as a long-term investment in your career.” “Every no is closer to a yes.”   About Maria Dismondy Maria Dismondy is a former educator and publisher at Cardinal Rule Press, located in Southeast Michigan. Maria is the host of the podcast All the Write Marketing, interviewing bibliophiles about marketing books and connecting with readers. To get more episodes of All the WRITE Marketing podcast, sign up here.

Episode # 76 Name of Episode: Picture book recommendations from a picture book author Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music  In this episode, you will learn: Utilizing the speaking circuit to connect with other people in the writing community A typical day for a writer who also has a day job Finding a balance with both the creative and business sides of writing Find out more about {Charlotte Offsay} here: Website: http://charlotteoffsay.com/ Quote from show: “I have this passion that I need to attend to.” About Maria Dismondy Maria Dismondy is a former educator and publisher at Cardinal Rule Press, located in Southeast Michigan. Maria is the host of the podcast All the Write Marketing, interviewing bibliophiles about marketing books and connecting with readers. To get more episodes of All the WRITE Marketing podcast, sign up here. #marketing #picturebooks #author #writer #illustrator #bookseller #library #librarian #bookstore #publisher #publish #childrensbooks #socialmedia #visibility #readers #children

Episode # 75 Name of Episode: Embracing the power of play Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music  In this episode, you will learn: About using personal hobbies and experiences to write stories About highlights workshops The role of play in every story! Find out more about Sarah Aronson here: Website: http://www.saraharonson.com Quote from show: “Each book represents something that matters deeply to me.” “All kids should see themselves in stories.” About Maria Dismondy Maria Dismondy is a former educator and publisher at Cardinal Rule Press, located in Southeast Michigan. Maria is the host of the podcast All the Write Marketing, interviewing bibliophiles about marketing books and connecting with readers. To get more episodes of All the WRITE Marketing podcast, sign up here.

Episode # 74   Name of Episode: The Business of Publishing & Mining the Past for Story Ideas Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music    Find out more about Helena Ku Rhee here: Website: helenakrhee.com   About Maria Dismondy Maria Dismondy is a former educator and publisher at Cardinal Rule Press, located in Southeast Michigan. Maria is the host of the podcast All the Write Marketing, interviewing bibliophiles about marketing books and connecting with readers. To get more episodes of All the WRITE Marketing podcast, sign up here.

Episode # 73 Name of Episode: Writing Your Story with Carrie Lara Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music    In this episode, you will learn: The importance of marketing and developing an online presence as an author The benefits of reaching out to companies like bookstores to do author events Carrie's new book releases coming soon!   Find out more about Carrie Lara here: Website: www.carriealara.com   Quote from show: “We can still be resilient.”   About Maria Dismondy Maria Dismondy is a former educator and publisher at Cardinal Rule Press, located in Southeast Michigan. Maria is the host of the podcast All the Write Marketing, interviewing bibliophiles about marketing books and connecting with readers. To get more episodes of All the WRITE Marketing podcast, sign up here.

Episode #71 Name of Episode: Our stories matter: Creating Space for Your Stories on the Global Bookshelf Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music  In this episode, you will learn: How teachers and professors can help make connections in the writing community Marketing your book when you don't want to be in marketing Using community to help market your work Find out more about Sophia Lee here: Website: www.sophialeewrites.com Purchase Links for Books : https://linktr.ee/sophianleewrites Quote from show: “A lot of Filipinos like to open the door so others can come through.”   About Maria Dismondy Maria Dismondy is a former educator and publisher at Cardinal Rule Press, located in Southeast Michigan. Maria is the host of the podcast All the Write Marketing, interviewing bibliophiles about marketing books and connecting with readers. To get more episodes of All the WRITE Marketing podcast, sign up here. Keywords: marketing, picture books, author, writer, illustrator, bookseller, library, librarian, bookstore, publisher, publish, children's books, social media, visibility, readers, children

Episode #70 Name of Episode: Marketing For Rad Girls with Tootie Nienow Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music    In this episode, you will learn: How spending time with your intended audience group can help you figure out what to write about The benefit of being part of a writing community, especially when shifting from writer to published author Tootie's writing and publishing process   Find out more about Tootie Nienow here: Website: tootienienow.com   Quote from show:  “For a story to be interesting, you have to also find out the tough things that happen in it.”   About Maria Dismondy Maria Dismondy is a former educator and publisher at Cardinal Rule Press, located in Southeast Michigan. Maria is the host of the podcast All the Write Marketing, interviewing bibliophiles about marketing books and connecting with readers. To get more episodes of All the WRITE Marketing podcast, sign up here. Keywords: marketing, picture books, author, writer, illustrator, bookseller, library, librarian, bookstore, publisher, publish, children's books, social media, visibility, readers, children

Episode #69 Name of Episode: From Books to Multimedia Content: The Creative Path in Children's Books Publishing with Helen H. Wu Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music  In this episode, you will learn: How to shift from self-publishing to traditional publishing How a background in economics can help run a business How developing merchandise can benefit marketing your work How social media is helpful for promoting your book Find out more about Helen H. Wu here: Website: yeehoopress.com, yeehoomedia.com, helenhwu.com   Quote from show: “Picture books have the potential to pass on joy from generation to generation.” About Maria Dismondy Maria Dismondy is a former educator and publisher at Cardinal Rule Press, located in Southeast Michigan. Maria is the host of the podcast All the Write Marketing, interviewing bibliophiles about marketing books and connecting with readers. To get more episodes of All the WRITE Marketing podcast, sign up here. Keywords: marketing, picture books, author, writer, illustrator, bookseller, library, librarian, bookstore, publisher, publish, children's books, social media, visibility, readers, children

Episode #68 Name of Episode: Book Awards Galore! with Marcy Campbell Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music  In this episode, you will learn: How Marcy began writing How to pursue writing even when you grow up outside of a writing community The process of going from a writer to a published author  Find out more about Marcy Campbell here: Website: www.marcycampbell.com  Quote from show:  “I didn't know there was a person behind the books.” “Do not stop writing, you can do this!”   About Maria Dismondy Maria Dismondy is a former educator and publisher at Cardinal Rule Press, located in Southeast Michigan. Maria is the host of the podcast All the Write Marketing, interviewing bibliophiles about marketing books and connecting with readers. To get more episodes of All the WRITE Marketing podcast, sign up here.  

Episode #67 Name of Episode: Sharing Joy in Less Traveled Places Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music  In this episode, you will learn: How to make connections in your writing community, even virtually! The importance of connecting with your community The ripple effect that making these connections can have  How children's books help deliver important messages to younger generations  Find out more about Alex and Angela here: Website: www.alexgiardino.com www.storytimefriendsread.com  Quote from show: “The writing community is a wonderful community of people.”   About Maria Dismondy Maria Dismondy is a former educator and publisher at Cardinal Rule Press, located in Southeast Michigan. Maria is the host of the podcast All the Write Marketing, interviewing bibliophiles about marketing books and connecting with readers. To get more episodes of All the WRITE Marketing podcast, sign up here.

Episode #66 Name of Episode: Supporting Myself as a Writer - 10 Years and Going Strong Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music  In this episode, you will learn: How to support yourself as a writer  About Alice's writing camp About writing different genres  Find out more about Alice McGinty here: Website: www.alicebmcginty.com Quote from show:  “Writing is very solitary.” “I know how important my writer's organization was to me.” “I want to show kids that they have a creative community around them.”   About Maria Dismondy Maria Dismondy is a former educator and publisher at Cardinal Rule Press, located in Southeast Michigan. Maria is the host of the podcast All the Write Marketing, interviewing bibliophiles about marketing books and connecting with readers. To get more episodes of All the WRITE Marketing podcast, sign up here.

Episode #65 Name of Episode: Rethinking the Promo Group Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music  In this episode, you will learn: How to branch into the world of publishing The power of community and connection when venturing into publishing The importance of continuing to submit work that you believe in How to market your books  Utilizing your community to support your books Find out more about Jamilah Thompkins- Bigelow here: Website: https://jamilahthewriter.com  Quote from show:  “It's nice to have built-in support that is promoting your work.” “This is heart work, it comes from our hearts.” About Maria Dismondy Maria Dismondy is a former educator and publisher at Cardinal Rule Press, located in Southeast Michigan. Maria is the host of the podcast All the Write Marketing, interviewing bibliophiles about marketing books and connecting with readers. To get more episodes of All the WRITE Marketing podcast, sign up here.

Panelists include: Vanessa Garcia: http://www.vanessagarcia.org/ Ilima Loomis: https://ilimaloomis.com/books-by-ilima-loomis/ Surishtha Sehgal: https://www.simonandschuster.com/authors/Surishtha-Sehgal/403383630   About Maria Dismondy Maria Dismondy is a former educator and publisher at Cardinal Rule Press, located in Southeast Michigan. Maria is the host of the podcast All the Write Marketing, interviewing bibliophiles about marketing books and connecting with readers. Keywords: marketing, picture books, author, writer, illustrator, bookseller, library, librarian, bookstore, publisher, publish, children's books, social media, visibility, readers, children

Episode #64 Name of Episode: Writing to Heal: Shelly Anand Shares Her Journey Into Picture Books Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music  In this episode, you will learn: How Shelly went from legal work to children's books How writer's groups can help your writing process How to use constructive criticism to your benefit when writing a book Find out more about Shelly Anand here: Website: shellyanand.com Quote from show: “How do you point out differences in a way that is not mean?” “I'm grateful for the feedback because in the end I am happier with the story.”   About Maria Dismondy Maria Dismondy is a former educator and publisher at Cardinal Rule Press, located in Southeast Michigan. Maria is the host of the podcast All the Write Marketing, interviewing bibliophiles about marketing books and connecting with readers. To get more episodes of All the WRITE Marketing podcast, sign up here.

Episode # 63 Name of Episode: From Fish Brain Surgeon to Picture Book Author Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music    In this episode, you will learn: The connection between memory in both fish and humans The importance of telling stories to children about challenging topics  The evolution of her scientific career becoming a career with children and families The connection between tears and healing Experiencing and discussing grief at a young age Find out more about Nancy Bo Flood here: Website: https://nancyboflood.com/   Quote from show:  “My disability does not define me. I am first me.”   About Maria Dismondy Maria Dismondy is a former educator and publisher at Cardinal Rule Press, located in Southeast Michigan. Maria is the host of the podcast All the Write Marketing, interviewing bibliophiles about marketing books and connecting with readers. To get more episodes of All the WRITE Marketing podcast, sign up here.

Episode #62   Name of Episode: Unicorns and more with Diana Murray Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music    In this episode, you will learn: How an author can make a break with a grant or contest Festivals for marketing Find out more about {Guest Name} here: Website: http://www.dianamurray.com Quote from show: Always keep moving!

Episode #61 Name of Episode: Marketing Is Better Together  Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music  Kirsten started her career with journalism, specifically freelance working and left to pursue internships with NASA in hopes of a more regular schedule. Since then, she has taken on the role of a science communicator, which she says was great training for communicating complicated science topics to kids. Kirsten left NASA after having her children and their curiosity about nonfiction science inspired her to start writing children's nonfiction picture books of her own. In this episode, you will learn: What is a co-marketing group? Why marketing together is better! Where to start with a co-marketing group Find out more about Kirsten Larson here:  Website: https://kirsten-w-larson.com/ Quote from show: “There are a lot of other ways that you can work together.” “A lot of writers are introverts.” “Everybody hits speed bumps and obstacles.” “The easiest way to start is to just start with a couple of people.” About Maria Dismondy Maria Dismondy is a former educator and publisher at Cardinal Rule Press, located in Southeast Michigan. Maria is the host of the podcast All the Write Marketing, interviewing bibliophiles about marketing books and connecting with readers. Keywords: marketing, picture books, author, writer, illustrator, bookseller, library, librarian, bookstore, publisher, publish, children's books, social media, visibility, readers, children

Panels include: Adam Blackman -- CRP Picture Book Editor Stephanie Hansen -- www.metamorphosisliteraryagency.com/ About Maria Dismondy Maria Dismondy is a former educator and publisher at Cardinal Rule Press, located in Southeast Michigan. Maria is the host of the podcast All the Write Marketing, interviewing bibliophiles about marketing books and connecting with readers. Keywords: marketing, picture books, author, writer, illustrator, bookseller, library, librarian, bookstore, publisher, publish, children's books, social media, visibility, readers, children

Episode #60 Name of Episode: The Keys to Marketing When Marketing Isn't Kind With Kenneth Kraegel Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music  Based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Kenneth Kraegel both writes and illustrates picture books as well as works part-time with children with dyslexia. His first picture book was released back in 2012 after a brief stint where he tried being a vegetable farmer, and since then, he has released four more books with one on the way, Mushroom Lullaby, releasing in October 2022! For Kenneth, marketing felt like something that was out-of-his-element– but that didn't stop him from trying to find ways to market his products. In this episode, you will learn: About methods to market your books when marketing is something uninteresting to you About finding support for your marketing as an author About finding the right social media platforms for your marketing Find out more about Kenneth here: Instagram: @kennethkraegel Facebook: Kennethkraegel Website: http://www.kennethkraegel.com/ Quote from show: “Whenever an opportunity arises, I say yes.” About Maria Dismondy Maria Dismondy is a former educator and publisher at Cardinal Rule Press, located in Southeast Michigan. Maria is the host of the podcast All the Write Marketing, interviewing bibliophiles about marketing books and connecting with readers. Keywords: marketing, picture books, author, writer, illustrator, bookseller, library, librarian, bookstore, publisher, publish, children's books, social media, visibility, readers, children

Episode #59 Name of Episode: Finding Your Gifts in a Pandemic with Picture Book Author Kelly DiPucchio Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music  Where does inspiration come from? Sometimes, for children's book author Kelly DiPucchio, it comes in the middle of the night to a song she hasn't heard in awhile, a series of words to start a book, or a random, out-of-the-blue story idea– and it's those nighttime revelations that inspire her stories. A New York Times bestselling author of over 30 books, Kelly speaks to children across the country about kindness, overcoming adversity, following their dreams, and embracing themselves. In this episode, you will learn: About how inspiration comes to people How people discover different books About adapting to your circumstances for your work Find out more about {Guest Name} here: Instagram: @kellydipucchio  Twitter: @kellydipucchio Website: kellydipucchio.com Quote from show: “Stories come to me in all different ways, and that's what I tell kids– sometimes, you have to be patient.”

Episode #58 For over 30 years, Monique A.J. Smith has been involved in the area of athletics, a career that has taken many different shapes over the years. Now, she's a leadership strategist for athletic departments and individuals looking to advance in the industry, a professor, and a magazine publisher, and uses her expertise to host a weekly podcast to spotlight women of color within sports and show people what opportunities are available to them. And as an expert, she has plenty of knowledge to share, and she knows the different ways to reach her audience to promote her message.   Name of Episode: Expert Marketing with Magazine Publishing with Monique Smith Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music    In this episode, you will learn: About expert marketing and how to conduct it How to identify your intellectual property and utilize it About carrying your knowledge between different types of jobs Find out more about Monique here: Twitter: @hostofchat IG: @seedsofempowerment  Website: www.seedsofempowerment.info Podcast: www.chatinthegarden.com Magazine: https://payhip.com/seedsofempowerment Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/670538159689157/ Quote from show: “Expert marketing is for me to help them see: what's your framework? What's your intellectual property?”

Episode #57 Name of Episode: Intentionally Building a Wild and Beautiful Life with Amanda Esch-Cormier Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music    A singer, an educator, and now a writer– Amanda Esch-Cormier does it all! Residing in Michigan with her husband and children, Amanda is the 2018 Glamour Women of the Year honoree and 2018 ESPY award recipient. She grew up in Michigan obsessed with old country music and managed to combine that love with her experience in education at the Country Music Hall of Fame, where she worked pre-pandemic. Now, she's dabbling in writing children's books, with her debut self-published book, Wild and Free, which began as a poem to her daughters and evolved into something bigger. Learn more about what kind of resources she used on her journey with self-publishing, how she markets her book now that it's out, and the intersections between her interests.   In this episode, you will learn: About planning, scheduling, and connecting on social media for marketing About self-publishing and what kind of assistance is available About connecting your passions and how they influence each other   Find out more about Amanda here: Website: https://www.amandaeschcormier.com/ Twitter: @amandamcormier Facebook: @amandaeschcormier TikTok: @amandaeschcormier Instagram: @amandaeschcormier   Quote from show: “If you share stuff, people are more likely to share yours.”

Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music    Inspired by the sweet and simple moments in life, Vana is professionally trained as an architect with an artist's heart. Her silhouette craft was first born as she began documenting the personality, emotion, and playfulness of her son Nikolas. Over the years she has established herself as a leading, honest, authentic voice of women in business, the balance of work and family, and how to foster creativity in everyday life. Now, as a mama to two busy boys, wife to her college sweetheart and the visionary of a labor-of-love brand, she strives to make a difference in her clients' lives.   Find out more about Vana here: https://vanachuppstudio.com/ 

Panelists include: Carlos Aponte -- www.carlosaponteeditions.com Duncan Tonatiuh -- www.duncantonatiuh.com Cindy L. Rodriguez -- www.cindylrodriguez.com Jorge Lacera -- www.studiolacera.com/ Claudia Martinez -- www.claudiaguadalupemartinez.com  

Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music    Dr. Artika R. Tyner is a passionate educator, author, sought after speaker, and advocate for justice. At the University of St. Thomas School of Law, Dr. Tyner serves as the founding director of the Center on Race, Leadership and Social Justice. She is committed to training students to serve as social engineers who create new inroads to justice and freedom. She provides leadership development and career coaching for young professionals. She has also developed leadership educational materials for K-12 students, college/graduate students, faith communities and nonprofits. Additionally, Dr. Tyner teaches leadership coursework on ethics, critical reflection, and organizational development. Her research focuses on diversity/inclusion, community development, and civil rights. She has presented her research and conducted leadership training programs both nationally and internationally.   Find out more about Artika here: www.artikatyner.com  

Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music   Dan's love of reading started when he was young. He loved that he could escape into a world where magic and adventure existed. That love of books has followed him into adulthood and inspired and motivated him in almost every facet of his life, from his first career as a Forensic Scientist with the FBI to owning and operating Page Turner Literary Agency.   Find out more about Dan here: www.pageturnerliteraryagency.com Twitter: @PageTurnerLit

Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music    In this episode, you will learn:   About diversifying yourself in the book world (be in different groups to learn more) Developmental Editing Writing and working Find out more about Katie here: www.katie-sparks.com  

Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music   From simple sketches, to fully rendered illustrations, Lisa spends her days making art from a cozy studio in beautiful New Hampshire. Her illustrations have been featured on stationery, decor, and over 20 children's picture books. Lisa infuses joy and artistry into her creations, in the hopes of adding more happiness to the world one illustration at a time.   Find out more about Lisa here: www.lisamgriffin.com   Social Media Handles: https://www.instagram.com/lisamgriffinart/  

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Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music   In this episode, you will learn: How to find your voice through writing How to align your online presence with your writing "voice" How to think like a small business owner after becoming a published author   Find out more about Callie here: Website: www.calliemetler.com  

Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music   In this episode, you will learn:   What a writing coach can offer Planning Guide: https://www.amazon.com/This-Year-Write-Your-Book/dp/B09PM8BGJM/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2CMT3PPTAZHUU&keywords=shana+hartman&qid=1644450675&sprefix=shana+hartman%2Caps%2C161&sr=8-1   Find out more about Shana here: Website: www.shanahartman.com   A powerful free webinar “3 Steps to Help you Know if You are Ready to Write your Book” https://shanahartman.com/thewrittencompassactivation   Social Media Handles: IG @shanhartman_   Quote from show: “Writing a book really supports your business!”

Panelists include:   Cindy Williams Schrauben https://cindyschrauben.com/ Cindy Williams Schrauben lives in Michigan where she writes books for kids that range from the truly serious to the seriously silly. Before embarking on this path, Cindy held positions as a teacher, administrator, and more. She loves sharing the message that ‘It's never too late to dream!' When not writing, working with other authors, or honing her craft, Cindy might be found dissecting her grandsons' shenanigans for story ideas, reading on the floor in the bookstore, or eating ice cream…ideally all at once.   Shannon Anderson www.shannonisteaching.com https://www.twitter.com/shannonteaches https://www.facebook.com/authorshannonanderson https://www.instagram.com/shannonisteaching https://www.linkedin/shannonisteaching Shannon Anderson has taught for 25 years and is now an award-winning children's book author and national presenter. Shannon loves to do author visits and PD's for teachers. You can learn more about her at www.shannonisteaching.com.   Gaia Cornwall Gaia Cornwall loves making books for kids! Her first book, Jabari Jumps, received a Charlotte Zolotow Honor, among other accolades. Look for her latest book, The Best Bed for Me, out this spring from Candlewick Press.

Panelists Include:   Mike Degg - Animation Director Mike Degg is the CGI Animation Director at Marks Detroit, formerly Armstrong White Inc. He has 16 Years Experience in the CGI  industry.  Mike graduated from College of Creative Studies in Detroit with a BA of fine arts, with a focus in animation. He has been in several film festivals and won various awards for his animation projects.  Mike loves the challenge of exploring and creating animations with a unique twist and style.   John Gruener - NASA Scientist John Gruener is a Space Scientist at the NASA Johnson Space Center. He is the project scientist for a robotic mission going to the moon in 2023, and also works on developing simulated Moon soil for use in testing NASA technologies, and planning future human missions to the Moon.   Leah Hetzel - Pilot Airline Pilot at Delta Air Lines.   Elena Victoria - Clothing Designer Elena Victoria is a young fashion designer from Chicago who is using her love for fashion and design to positively impact the lives of so many. Since 2010, Elena has hosted seasonal camps for students of all ages who share the same passion for sewing and fashion design. After completing her bachelor's degree in Fashion Design & Technology at Purdue University, Elena worked as a designer for Abercrombie Kids. From there, she left the company to chase after her dream of designing for her private label and teaching youth how to sew. Five years later, students all over the Metro Detroit and Chicago area are participating in her fun-filled sewing and design classes, leaving with a new sense of accomplishment and joy. The private label, Elena Victoria, is a specialty custom dress business that helps women of any age look good and feel great in a gown specifically made for them.   Leslie — Truck Driver Leslie loves to drive so getting paid to drive a truck for a job has been the perfect fit for her. Driving for eight years now, Leslie has been all over the country and met so many different people on her travels.   Marquice Williams - NFL Coach Marquice Williams is an American football coach who is the special teams coordinator for the Atlanta Falcons of the National Football League (NFL). He previously served as an assistant coach for the Detroit Lions, Houston Texans and Chicago Bears.

Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music   In this episode, you will learn: Blogging to develop your voice How audio books can take your sales to the next level Find out more about Tara here: Website: http://www.taraseptember.com

Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music   In this episode, you will learn:   Speaking at Organizations, Alma Maters, International Groups and more! The beginning steps to starting a business as an entrepreneur.   Find out more about Joan here: You can find me at https://jlregenenterprises.com. I invite you to subscribe to my FREE newsletter. Scroll down on my website and fill in the box.

Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music   In this episode, you will learn: How writers can build content that helps their platform Working with freelance writers and how that may help build your content     Find out more about Bryan here: Website: http://bryancollins.com www.becomeawritertoday.com   Quote from show: “Do something every day for your craft and something every day that builds your platform!”

Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music     In this episode, you will learn:   The difference between a brand and a platform. What should be an author's first step to building a platform? Does every author need a digital footprint?     Find out more about Jennifer here: Website: www.jenniferswansonbooks.com   Social Media Handles: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter -- @jenswanbooks   Jennifer's Book: Save the Crash Test Dummy   Website: www.jenniferswansonbooks.com  

Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music   Panelists Include: J de laVega is an advocate for social justice and a believer in presence creating possibility. She hopes to one day transcend reality and take her final form as a Lisa Frank character. Carol McCloud, the "Bucket Lady" is the author of ten books, which began with ever-popular Have You Filled a Bucket Today? in 2006. By trade, Carol is an early childhood specialist and emotional intelligence trainer. Anitra Rowe Schulte is the author of the picture book Dancing with Daddy and the forthcoming picture book Willow and Bunny. A former newspaper reporter and publicist, Anitra loves asking questions, digging into feelings, and using her imagination to better understand the world. She lives in Geneva, Illinois, with her husband, Dan, three young daughters, and kitty cat Pancake. Dan Saks is a musician, author and music educator specializing in early childhood education. He has lived and taught in New York City, Mexico City, and Switzerland and has traveled the world as a performing musician. He currently lives with his partner and two daughters in Brooklyn, New York, where he hosts and produces Noodle Loaf, a popular music education podcast for kids. A 2020 Webby Honoree and Common Sense Media “Best Podcast for Kids”, Noodle Loaf musically empowers children through play, laughter and lots of singing. Saks has also written a three-book series celebrating diverse families: Families Belong, Families Can and Families Grow published by Rise x Penguin Workshop, each of which was named a "Best Book" by Amazon.

Authors and illustrators of picture books come together to share their work to classrooms, virtual students and more! https://bookshop.org/lists/picture-books-for-disability-awareness  

Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music In this episode, you will learn: The inspiration for Rene's story How writing a book can help support a cause Find out more about René here: Website: www.ReneMarsh.com Purchase the book here: https://renemarsh.com/product/themiracleworkersbook/ Also of note: The illustrator was found through the illustration agency, Astound.us in NYC Sign the petition here: https://www.change.org/p/joseph-r-biden-ending-pediatric-cancer-should-be-a-national-priority   Quote from show: “Inspiration for books can come from our darkest moments, creating something beautiful for others”

Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music In this episode, you will learn: Word of mouth marketing Mental Health challenges Marketing a series of books Find out more about Julia here: Website: venusandherflytrip.net Social Media Handles: IG, FB and Tiktok: @venusandherflytrip Quote from show: "Focus on the long game, the vision and trust the process!"