Podcast appearances and mentions of Candace Fleming

In this engaging conversation, Bianca Schulze interviews Candace Fleming about her journey as a nonfiction writer, the allure of nonfiction for young readers, and her latest book on the Loch Ness Monster, Is It Real? The Loch Ness Monster.They discuss the importance of curiosity, critical thinking, and the balance between entertainment and education in writing for children. Fleming shares her unique research process, writing methods, and the motivation behind her work, emphasizing the significance of true stories and the joy of discovery in nonfiction literature.Discussion Topics:How curiosity drives both readers and writers towards nonfiction.True stories can be more compelling than fictional narratives.Writing engaging nonfiction involves connecting emotionally with the subject matter.Critical thinking is essential for discerning fact from fiction.Researching mysteries requires a balance of skepticism and imagination.The writing process can be messy and should encourage play and discovery.Engaging young readers involves weaving facts into a captivating narrative.Primary sources are invaluable for authentic storytelling.The journey of investigation often leads to more questions than answers.Transcription: You can read the transcription on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Children's Book ReviewOrder Copies of Is It Real? The Loch Ness Monster on ⁠⁠⁠Amazon⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠Bookshop.org⁠⁠⁠For more information about Candace Fleming, visit https://candacefleming.com/Keywords: nonfiction, children's books, critical thinking, Loch Ness Monster, Candace Fleming, reading, writing, curiosity, education, storytelling

Send us a textHappy New Year! Raise a glass as we celebrate the vibrant world of children's literature, featuring insights from 12 amazing authors and illustrators who have been guests on the pod. Savor these excerpts about the power of storytelling, the importance of connection, and the elephant in the room -- standing up for and celebrating the freedom to read. Grace Lin (1:20) and Vanessa Brantley Newton (4:05) explore storytelling's impact and the transformative power of literature. Don't miss The Gate, The Girl, and The Dragon and Shake It Off .Trudy Ludwig (10:40) and Hena Khan (13:54) on Anxiety It's no secret that we live in an anxious post-pandemic world. Trudy and Hena share how they approach anxiety in Brave Every Day and Drawing Deena.Jason Chin (16:29), Candace Fleming (18:38), and Carole Boston Weatherford (22:25) on Curiosity, Context, and Nonfiction Storytelling Alicia D Williams (25:06) on Novels in Verse, Overcoming the Poetry Stigma, and Mid-AirConnection with Gayle Forman (32:25) and James Ponti (39:31) How can storytelling foster intergenerational dialogue and shared experiences? Don't miss Not Nothing and Sherlock Society.The Elephant in the Room: Beth Ferry (45:20) and Katherine Applegate (51:35) on the Freedom to Read We celebrate public libraries and the fight against censorship with Beth's Roar for Reading and Katherine's Wishtree.Links to Episodes:Grace Lin Vanessa Brantley Newton Trudy LudwigHena KhanJason ChinCandace FlemingCarole Boston WeatherfordAlicia D WilliamsGayle FormanJames PontiBeth FerryKatherine ApplegateSupport the showSubscribe & Follow: Stay updated with our latest episodes and follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and the Adventures in Learning website. Don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts! *Disclosure: I am a Bookshop.org. affiliate.

Why settle for generic "best book" lists this holiday season? In this episode, you'll get my personal take on the most engaging, surprising and thought-provoking books from a year of author interviews. Uncover hidden gems like the stranger-than-fiction "Eden Undone" by Abbott Kaler and be inspired by "The Enigma Girls" by Candace Fleming. These aren't your typical recommendations - but they just might become your new favorites. _ Produced by Podcast Studio X. Find my book reviews on ViewsOnBooks.com.

Our anniversary "Where Are They Now" episodes continues with Candace Fleming, the bad ass boss babe hairstylist with the most compelling story, and is the driving force behind Bush Beard, where she creates exceptional Canadian-made beard essential products for men. candid glimpse into the realities of small business life.Candace first caught my attention after Small Business Centre and Valley Heartland CFDC spoke so highly of her, sharing that she was a "must-feature" guest on OVBB - and they weren't wrong! This licensed stylist with a deep passion for hair founded BUSH in 2018, and was committed to turning beard dreams into reality. Candace not only has the entrepreneurial spirit, but she fully embraces the spirit of small business and proudly represents her Canadian roots. In this episode, we immediately dive into Candace's journey behind the chair and becoming a highly sought after hairstylist, but then we get into....

Send us a textOpen the gates to the golden age of nonfiction literature with Dr. Lisa Hassler and Melissa Taylor, founder of Imagination Soup, as they unravel the often-overlooked power of nonfiction books in education. Did you know that 84% of first graders show a preference for nonfiction, yet these books are not as prevalent as they should be in children's literature? Join us as we discuss the crucial role nonfiction plays in nurturing literacy skills in our information-laden world. Melissa shares her journey from teaching to becoming a curator of children's books, emphasizing the need for incorporating more nonfiction into both classrooms and homes to prepare children for future academic success.Immerse yourself in the diverse world of nonfiction genres—ranging from browsable to narrative styles—and discover how they can enrich children's vocabulary and reading skills. We'll discuss beloved titles like "Honey Bee" by Candace Fleming and explore how visual elements in these books enhance comprehension and visual literacy. Together, we celebrate the joy these books bring, encouraging both children and adults to dive into a world that satisfies curiosity and fosters knowledge-sharing. Plus, learn about the five kinds of nonfiction as we discuss why diversifying children's reading materials is vital for their development.In a practical segment, we delve into strategies for educators and parents to seamlessly incorporate nonfiction into reading and writing education. Discover innovative activities like scavenger hunts for text features, and learn how nonfiction can transform writing instruction through mentor texts and modeling. We also highlight the importance of social reading experiences, such as book clubs and reading challenges, to motivate young readers. Don't miss out on Melissa's curated list of the 100 Best Nonfiction Books for Kids, to kickstart your child's nonfiction adventure! *Support the showPlease subscribe and share this podcast with a friend to spread the good!If you find value to this podcast, consider becoming a supporter with a $3 subscription. Click on the link to join: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2048018/supportTo help this podcast reach others, rate and review on Apple Podcasts! Go to Library, choose The Brighter Side of Education:Research, Innovation and Resources, and scroll down to Reviews. It's just that easy. Thank you!Want to share a story? Email me at lisa@drlisarhassler.com.Visit my website for resources: http://www.drlisarhassler.com The music in this podcast was written and performed by Brandon Picciolini of the Lonesome Family Band. Visit and follow him on Instagram. My publications: America's Embarrassing Reading Crisis: What we learned from COVID, A guide to help educational leaders, teachers, and parents change the game, is available on Amazon, Kindle, and Audible, and iTunes. My Weekly Writing Journal: 15 Weeks of Writing for Primary Grades on Amazon.World of Words: A Middle School Writing Notebook Using...

Ep 225 is loose on Halloween night! And we are diving into the terrifying legend of the mummy, and the so-called curse of the Pharaohs...Did opening King Tut's tomb unleash horrors on the world? Did a mummy sink the Titanic? And how do you like your mummy served?The secret ingredient is...a Pharaoh!Enjoy and HAPPY HALLOWEENGet cocktails, poisoning stories and historical true crime tales every week by following and subscribing to The Poisoners' Cabinet wherever you get your podcasts. Find us and our cocktails at www.thepoisonerscabinet.com Join us Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thepoisonerscabinet Find us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thepoisonerscabinet Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepoisonerscabinet/ Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThePoisonersCabinet Listen on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThePoisonersCabinet Sources this week include The Tomb of Tutankhamun by Howard Carter, The Curse of the Mummy, by Candace Fleming, The Complete Valley of the Kings: Tombs and Treasures of Egypt's Greatest by Nicholas Reeves, National Geographic, The Register Adelaide 1924, La Times & John Stewart, History News Network, World History, The Archaeologist, interviews with Dr Campbell PriceFor a great piece on the legends of the Unlucky Mummy, look here: https://www.davidcastleton.net/unlucky-mummy-curse-british-museum-titanic-amen-ra-egyptian/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Candace Fleming is an author of many fiction and nonfiction books for children and young adults. Among other things, Melissa and Candace talk about the research process, the power of nonfiction and how teachers can help students get more specific in their research.   

In this minisode, Melissa talks about the importance of read alouds and silent reading time. She shares some reading successes in her classroom and encourages teachers to  reflect on how far their students have come.

Week of 4/7/24 at the Library - Solar Eclipse | Hosts Dylan Posa and Barb Leitschuh go over upcoming events, talk about the solar eclipse event, and for "Barb The Bookie" recommend 'Amelia Lost' by Candace Fleming.

It's Therapy Thursday!Have you ever considered the possibility that your mind might hold the key to relieving your physical pain? Brandy Gillmore joins me, Candace Fleming, for an eye-opening discussion that will challenge what you think you know about the healing process. Brandy's remarkable journey from relying on a wheelchair , walker, and cane to achieving a complete recovery is truly miraculous. Together, we unpack the complex relationship between our emotions and our physical health, and how understanding this connection can bring about significant health improvements for those grappling with chronic pain and illness.We explore the established truths of the mind-body connection, understanding the impact of stress on the body. Going deeper, medical studies show that certain emotions can speed up healing. Furthermore, ample evidence demonstrates that individuals with multiple personalities can experience different illnesses when they switch between different personalities. From this we can more clearly see the transformative power of mindset, marvel at the tale of a woman whose throat tumor vanished overnight, and discuss why structured methods in emotional and physical self-healing can lead to lasting wellness.If you're searching for motivation or validation that a supportive community can profoundly impact your journey to health, look no further. From the importance of recognizing and changing negative patterns to the remarkable potential of the mind in sparking self-transformation, this episode is packed with insights. Brandy and I extend an invitation to you to connect with us, share your experiences, and take that first step towards harnessing the power of your mind for healing. Remember to embrace life with passion, forgive with ease, and laugh heartily—your body might just thank you for it.Below are links to find Brandy and her book. AVAILABLE NOW!Brandy Gillmore WebsiteBook: Master Your Mind and Energy to Heal Your BodyAmazon - KindleAmazon - PaperbackBarnes & NobleInstagramFacebookSupport the showHost Candace FlemingCo-host Janet Halevisit the website at https://www.essentialmotivation.com/visit the store at https://shopessentialmotivation.com/Instagram instagram.com/essentialmotivationllcTo be a guest on our show email me at candacefleming@essentialmotivation.comIn the subject line put EMH Guest Suicide Prevention Lifeline 988Music by Lukrembo: https://soundcloud.com/lukremboProvided by Knowledge Base: https://bit.ly/2BdvqzN

Tune in to hear Head of School, Dr. Mark Carleton, chat with acclaimed children and adult author, Candace Fleming. This episode which takes a peek behind the scenes at Candace's writing is now live and available for download on our People of PS Podcast. Candace Fleming is the author of more than forty books. Among her nonfiction titles are Giant Squid, Amelia Lost: The Life and Disappearance of Amelia Earhart, and The Family Romanov: Murder, Rebellion and the Fall of Imperial Russia.  Her award-winning titles include The Rise and Fall of Charles Lindbergh which won the 2021 YALSA Excellence in Nonfiction, and Honeybee: The Busy Life of Apis Mellifera, winner of the 2021 Sibert Medal.  She is also the recipient of the Los Angeles Times Book Prize, and the Orbis Pictus Award, as well as a two-time recipient of the Boston Globe/Horn Book Award for Nonfiction, the ALA Sibert Honor, and SCBWI's Golden Kite Award.Presbyterian School was honored to host Candace Fleming on campus last month. She visited with all PK3-8th grade students and tailored her presentations to the different age students: for Early Childhood, the focus was on discovering and sharing stories; for Lower School, Fleming delved deeper into the writing process, discussing topics like structure and revision; and for Middle School, she focused on her writing research methods, the use of primary documents, and editorial choices. Fleming's interactive presentations, accompanied by visually stimulating slides, incorporated elements of storytelling and humor to ignite students' enthusiasm for the wonderful world of writing and reading.

It's Therapy Thursday!!Facing life's storms with unwavering courage, my sister Amanda and I, Candace Fleming, come together in a raw exchange on the trials and triumphs of Essential Mental Healing. Amanda, a beacon of resilience, unfolds her narrative from teen motherhood to the hallways of nursing, painting a picture of the grit and grace it takes to juggle family, career, and self-reliance. Our conversation meanders through the valleys and peaks of her life, revealing the unbreakable bonds of sisterhood and the steadfast faith that has been both her anchor and her compass.The power of positivity and an unshakeable faith take center stage as we hear from a single mother whose journey through nursing school is marred by financial woes and personal battles, yet illuminated by her belief in the divine. Her saga echoes the strength found in the simplicity of spaghetti dinners and the refuge of gospel hymns, reminding us that serenity can be found in the midst of chaos. Through laughter and tears, we explore how the alchemy of optimism transforms the lead of hardship into the gold of personal growth and achievement.In the concluding chapters of our heart-to-heart, we traverse a landscape of adversity that ranges from the seismic shift of a family's cross-country relocation to the subtle art of effective communication. I share the profound impacts of personal transformation on our bonds with others, underscoring the significance of reaching out for support in times of despair. Our heartfelt episode draws to a close, with an invitation to our listeners to join the conversation and a reminder of the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline — a beacon for those navigating through life's tumultuous waters.Support the showHost Candace FlemingCo-host Janet Halevisit the website at https://www.essentialmotivation.com/visit the store at https://shopessentialmotivation.com/Instagram instagram.com/essentialmotivationllcTo be a guest on our show email me at candacefleming@essentialmotivation.comIn the subject line put EMH Guest Suicide Prevention Lifeline 988Music by Lukrembo: https://soundcloud.com/lukremboProvided by Knowledge Base: https://bit.ly/2BdvqzN

Therapy Thursday!Have you ever felt the profound peace that comes from surrendering control? This episode is a heart-to-heart conversation between myself, your host Candace Fleming, and my mother, Janet Hale, as we shed light on our journeys to discovering tranquility in letting go. We unmask the beauty of embracing surrender and the freedom it bestows, demonstrating how it has played out in our lives, from giving up cable to learning to release control as parents. There's transformative power in facing the raging storm of loss and challenges, and still finding peace within the chaos. Janet and I share our deeply personal journeys through grief, struggle, and the aftermath of divorce, underscoring the pivotal role of love in these challenging times. As we talk about the heart-rending loss of my brother, we highlight the potential of a peaceful mindset and problem-solving approach in navigating through such tumultuous periods. We then dive into a profound exploration of love's influence—particularly self-love—in finding and sustaining inner peace. With love as a common denominator for achieving tranquility, we reflect on its biblical significance and the role of non-judgmental, supportive individuals in our lives who aid in refilling our cup of peace. We also shed light on overcoming the heavy burden of shame through honesty and non-judgmental listening, emphasizing the value of trusting our journey. Lastly, we offer guidance on not just surviving but thriving on life's arduous journey, underscoring the importance of love, forgiveness, and purposeful living.Support the showHost Candace FlemingCo-host Janet Halevisit the website at https://www.essentialmotivation.com/visit the store at https://shopessentialmotivation.com/Instagram instagram.com/essentialmotivationllcTo be a guest on our show email me at candacefleming@essentialmotivation.comIn the subject line put EMH Guest Suicide Prevention Lifeline 988Music by Lukrembo: https://soundcloud.com/lukremboProvided by Knowledge Base: https://bit.ly/2BdvqzN

Crash From Outer Space by Candace FlemingIt happened on a hot summer night in New Mexico, just outside of Roswell, a strange storm and an even stranger thing falling from the sky. Just what had Brazell seen and what did he and his kids pick up from the desert. Was it a bunch of sticks and tape, or was it evidence of an alien crash? And what about others who reported to have seen bodies of aliens and then the military showing up to collect them? What is truth and what is fiction? Recommended for grades 6 and up. 

In this episode, we continue to discuss voice in picture books. We started this series in the last episode, where Julie Hedlund defined the types of voice found in picture books and Katie Davis gave us hilarious examples of the funny style of voice. If you haven't already, be sure to go back and listen to episode 56 for help pinning down the elusive meaning of “voice.” Today, we bring you Founder Emeritus Laura Backes and examples of using a lyrical voice in picture books to reinforce certain types of stories. Let's jump in. Books mentioned in this episode: GIANT SQUID written by Candace Fleming and illustrated by Eric Rohman WHEN YOU ARE BRAVE written by Pat Zeitlow Miller and illustrated by Eliza Wheeler

Candace Fleming is the award winning bridal stylist and makeup artist of Portrait Salon and founder of BUSH Beard, a beard oil for men that offers shine and softness with a long shelf life. Candace shares her transition to becoming a home based hair stylist, shifting the former stereotype of what a home hair salon looked like to a beautiful studio space. We also get into her cheeky beard brand, and what being a female business owner of a male based product looks like and how it's totally bad ass! This isn't your typical hairstylist podcast episode, as we...

Give to help Chris make Truce! Nathan Leopold and Richard Loeb were wealthy young men in the early 1920s. They lived in big homes in Chicago and had world-class educations. They were both pushed hard academically, and Richard was sexually abused as a child. Both graduated early from high school and college. The two were an odd pairing. Nathan was quiet and awkward, not particularly handsome. Richard was gregarious and outgoing, good-looking... and a psychopath. Nathan loved Richard, and the two sometimes had sex with each other. Richard realized he could control Nathan by trading intimacy for criminal activity. They started with typical juvenile delinquent behavior. Soon, though, Richard wanted more. He considered himself a master criminal, someone too smart to get caught. He and Nathan were exposed to the ideas of Friedrich Nietzsche. Nietzsche wrote that the ultimate purpose of humanity was to evolve into what he called the ubermensch or superman. Leopold and Loeb thought they were that evolved human. Therefore, they should be able to plot and execute the murder of a young boy without ever getting caught. Only, they were so bad at it that it took very little time to pin it on them. Only the brilliance of Clarence Darrow, the country's most prominent defense attorney, could save their lives. In this episode, we're joined by Candace Fleming. She's the author of the book Murder Among Friends about the crime. The version of Also Sprach Zarathustra used in this episode is courtesy of the Creative Commons License and was produced by Kevin MacLeod. Sources: Murder Among Friends by Candace Fleming Helpful article on the Houston Symphony's website about Also Sprach Zarathustra Article about what Nietzsche meant by "God is dead" Full text of Also Sprach Zarathustra Helpful video about Nietzsche's work Smithsonian article about Leopold and Loeb William Jennings Bryan's closing arguments of the Scopes trial Clarence Darrow's closing arguments of the Leopold and Loeb trial Discussion Questions: Now that you know what the song Also Sprach Zarathustra is about, does it change your opinion of the piece? Do you think Nietzsche was right to worry about what would happen after Christianity took a back seat to world events? What should have been our response? With this little bit we covered about Nietzsche today, what do you think of his work? Can you see why it makes Chris nervous just to mention it in an episode? Do you see the connection between evolution and superman? Were people like Darrow and Bryan right to be concerned about young people learning Nietzsche's philosophy? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How do we help young (and not so young) truth seekers make connections, build context, and satisfy their curiosity? Nonfiction storyteller extraordinaire Candace Fleming joins us to discuss the power of nonfiction storytelling for building connections, the importance of asking questions, and the power of vital ideas in creating works of nonfiction that kids (and their adults) want to read.  Among her nonfiction titles are Giant Squid, Amelia Lost: The Life and Disappearance of Amelia Earhart, and The Family Romanoff.. Most recently, she's published The Rise and Fall of Charles Lindberg, which won the 2021 YALSA Excellence in nonfiction and Honeybee: The Busy Life of Apis Mellifera, the winner of the 2021 Sibert Medal. She also just recently published Crash From Outer Space and Polar Bear. I had a wonderful time talking truth, fiction, and everything in between with Candace Fleming. [01:41] Why write nonfiction? And how do you write for diverse audiences that range from preschool to high school?The reason I write for middle school and middle school and high school nonfiction is because I think they have plenty of facts to hand, but they don't have any context. And I also think that that is an age group that are seeking facts. They're looking, actively looking. They are truth seekers. [05:27] How does creative nonfiction help build connections? Crash From Outer Space I ask myself, what does this piece of history have to say? What does this piece of history have to say to how we live today? What echoes? What hooks? [10:18] How do you structure nonfiction to keep readers engaged while providing confidence that what they are reading is factual?[11:56] Building Creative Nonfiction Through Vital Ideas [14:25] What happens when research shifts the vital idea? Faberge Eggs and The Family Romanoff[23:27] Sparking Science Wonder Through Nonfiction Picture Books or  Giant Squid, Honeybee , and Polar Bear, Oh My![32:10]  What is it like collaborating with real-life partner Eric Rohmann?[34:57]  Origin Stories: Candy's "I'm a Liar" Story aka the Three-Legged Cat[38:18]  Playful Learning, STEAM Connections, and Encouraging Storytellers Today[40:48] What brings Candy joy?[42:19] Penny & Pip and a Yearning for Delight Support the showRead the full show notes, visit the website, and check out my on-demand virtual course. Continue the adventure at LinkedIn or Instagram. *Disclosure: I am a Bookshop.org. affiliate.

In the second of five Best Books episodes, celebrating our favorite fiction, nonfiction, children's books, middle grade, and YA of 2022, we're joined by Jazmina Barrera, author of Linea Nigra: An Essay on Pregnancy and Earthquakes (Two Lines Press, May 3) that Kirkus calls, “a uniquely lyrical account of early motherhood” (starred review). Then nonfiction editor Eric Liebetrau discusses the Best Nonfiction Books of 2022. And in a sponsored interview, Megan talks with Candace Fleming, author of Polar Bear, illustrated by Eric Rohmann (Neal Porter Books, Nov. 22).

Hello friends! Apologies for the late posting of this week's episode. Join me as I share with Emily the tragic murder of Bobby Franks by Nathan Leopold and Richard Loeb. These two fools think they have planned the "perfect crime" when they decide to kidnap and murder Bobby Franks. One minor slip up will be their downfall...not so perfect after all. Several shout outs in this episode!! Check out Nocturnal Distractions and their trailer at the beginning of the episode. You can find them HERE. I mention Sips of Crime and Evil Pudding in the episode. Go check them out if you need more true crime in your life. This week's mocktail is my take on a drink I found over at Spirited Spirits podcast called The Axe Murderer. So far I love their content and cases, so please check them out. You can find the original drink on their IG page HERE. I will post the recipe I come up with later in the week on our IG and FB pages! SOURCES Murder Among Friends: How Leopold and Loeb Tried to Commit the Perfect Crime by Candace Fleming https://chicagology.com/notorious-chicago/leopoldloeb/ https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/leopold-and-loebs-criminal-minds-996498/ https://homicide.northwestern.edu/crimes/leopold/ https://www.britannica.com/biography/Leopold-and-Loeb https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/americanexperience/features/monkeytrial-leopold-and-loeb-trial/ https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/leopold-and-loeb-gain-national-attention https://newspaperarchive.com/racine-journal-times-jan-29-1936-p-8/ https://www.hpherald.com/news/local/lost-hyde-park-springtime-is-for-lovers/article_c5af7c6e-bd9f-11eb-aacd-779da1769005.html http://chicagocrimescenes.blogspot.com/2009/09/nathan-leopolds-home.html https://homicide.northwestern.edu/database/5866/ http://law2.umkc.edu/faculty/projects/ftrials/leoploeb/darrowclosing.html - Clarence Darrow's speech https://chicago.suntimes.com/2022/4/22/23032424/clarence-darrow-leopold-loeb-speech-closing-arguments

With the talents of narrator Angela Dawe, the author's extensive research and strong writing propel listeners through an account of the 1924 murder committed by teenagers Nathan Leopold and Richard Loeb. Host Jo Reed and AudioFile's Michele Cobb discuss this YA true crime audiobook that explores the lives, relationships, and motives of the two teenagers and their hopes to pull off the “perfect crime.” The story is disturbing, and Dawe's narration is gripping. Read the full review of the audiobook on AudioFile's website. Published by Listening Library. Find more audiobook recommendations at audiofilemagazine.com Support for AudioFile's Behind the Mic comes from PENGUIN RANDOM HOUSE AUDIO, dedicated to producing top-quality fiction and nonfiction audiobooks written and read by the best in the business. Visit penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/audiofile now to start listening. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mother in the Wild reads "Clever Jack Takes the Cake" by Candace Fleming

Executive Director of Story Chain Jonathan Platt has another installment for Read Aloud Radio which features books that are fun to read aloud with kids. Today, we learn about Candace Fleming's "Muncha, Muncha, Muncha."

The resources discussed in this episode are listed below: Right Beside You by Mary Monroe; Dreaming Anastasia, a novel of love, magic, and the power of dreams by Joy Preble; The Family Romanov: Murder, Rebellion, and the Fall of Imperial Russia by Candace Fleming; The Manga Guide to Biochemistry by Masaharu Takemura and Kikuyaro; The Manga Guide to Calculus by Hiroyuki Kojima and Shin Togami; The Manga Guide to Statistics by Shin Takahashi; The Manga Guide to Linear Algebra by Shin Takahashi; The Manga Guide to Physics by Hideo Nitta and Keita Takatsu; This Is Your Brain on Stereotypes: How Science Is Tackling Unconscious Bias by Tanya Lloyd Kyi and Drew Shannon; How to Draw Deluxe Edition (Pokémon) by Maria S. Barbo and Tracey West, illustrated by Ron Zalme; The Life of Frederick Douglass: A Graphic Narrative of a Slave's Journey from Bondage to Freedom by David F. Walker, illustrated by Damon Smyth and Marissa Louise; Alexander Hamilton: The Graphic History of an American Founding Father by Jonathan Hennessey, illustrated by Justin Greenwood; Murder Book: A Graphic Memoir of a True Crime Obsession by Hilary Fitzgerald Campbell; On Tyranny Graphic Edition: Twenty Lessons from the Twentieth Century by Timothy Snyder and Nora Krug; On Tyranny Graphic Edition: Twenty Lessons from the Twentieth Century by Timothy Snyder and Nora Krug;

Young & Candace speak on the importance of spending time with your kids after a long day at work, watching your children take on both your strengths and flaws, as well as the importance of being creative when it comes to fitting everything into your busy schedule.

We review the book "Bulldozer's Big Day" by Candace Fleming and Eric Rohmann.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Fullbird)

Amelia Earhart the Courageous Hero of Aviation. We learn about the life of Amelia Earhart her achievements and what she means to flight today. How she took the challenges of Aviation on to be one of the greatest heroes of her time. We also go over the theories regarding her disappearance. Read the recommended book about Amelia Earhart by Candace Fleming https://amzn.to/3xIX3rJ. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/climbpositive/support

Society of Children's Books Writers and IllustratorsCarole Boston Weatherford: https://cbweatherford.com/The Spirit of the Wild West (by Lisa)Dori Hillistad Butler, https://www.kidswriter.com/Kevan Atteberry https://www.kevanatteberry.com/Anne of Green GablesWeatherford's R-E-S-P-E-C-T https://cbweatherford.com/books/r-e-s-p-e-c-t-aretha-franklin/ and Beauty Mark https://cbweatherford.com/books/marilynmonroe/Heather Montgomery: https://heatherlmontgomery.com/Don Tate: https://dontate.com/Candace Fleming: https://www.candacefleming.com/Steve Scheinkin: http://stevesheinkin.com/books/Wendy Wahman: https://www.wendywahman.com/Laurie Thompson: https://lauriethompson.com/Clare Hodgson Meeker: https://www.claremeeker.com/Dana Sullivan and the Dead Max series: http://www.danajsullivan.com/

She was the first woman—and second person—to fly solo across the Atlantic. Beside setting numerous flying records, Earhart was also an unapologetic feminist, a style setter, and a savvy marketer of her own brand. Candace Fleming, author of Amelia Lost: The Life and Disappearance of Amelia Earhart, reveals just how groundbreaking she was.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Nicole and Tori welcome Kathryn, the library's Technical Services Assistant as a guest to talk about creepy-crawlies, honeybees, and more. Squirming and sacrificing bees come along with the territory of bug books, and the ladies talk out their fears of gross spiders and other bugs in the process. The resources discussed in this episode are listed below: The Butterfly House by Katrine Engberg; Honeybee: The Busy Life of Apis Mellifera by Candace Fleming, illustrated by Eric Rohmann; Dancing Bees and Other Communicators by Mary Lindeen; 100 Things You Should Know About Insects and Spiders by Steve Parker; You Can Be the Entomologist: Investigating Insects with Dr. Martins by Dino Martins; Bones TV show; The Girl Who Drew Butterflies: How Maria Merian's Art Changed Science by Joyce Sidman; The Beekeeper's Apprentice by Laurie R. King; Charlotte's Web by E.B. White; Never Home Alone: From Microbes to Millipedes, Camel Crickets, and Honeybees, the Natural History of Where We Live by Rob Dunn; Blue Beetle, Vol. 2: Blue Diamond by Tony Bedard, illustrated by Ig Guara; Miles Morales: Ultimate Spider-Man: Ultimate Collection, Book 1 by Michael Brian Bendis, illustrated by Sara Pichelli, Chris Samnee, David Marquez, Justin Ponsor, and Cory Petit; The Little Book of Bees: The Fascinating World of Bees, Hives, Honey, and More by Hilary Kearney, illustrated by Amy Holliday; Bookshop.org; Larue 1680 Teas; Traditional Medicinals Elderflower Spice Tea

Enjoy our presentation of The Family Romanov: Murder, Rebellion, and the Fall of Imperial Russia, written by Candace Fleming and published by Schwartz & Wade. Here is the tumultuous, heartrending, true story of the Romanovs—at once an intimate portrait of Russia's last royal family and a gripping account of its undoing. Using captivating photos and compelling first person accounts, award-winning author Candace Fleming (Amelia Lost; The Lincolns) deftly maneuvers between the imperial family's extravagant lives and the plight of Russia's poor masses, making this an utterly mesmerizing read as well as a perfect resource for meeting Common Core standards.This title is recommended for ages 13+. Please visit Goodreads for more information and reviews: http://bit.ly/FamilyRomanovReviewsThe Family Romanov won the Orbis Pictus Award for Outstanding Nonfiction for Children in 2014. This title is available as an audiobook through Libby: http://bit.ly/FamilyRomanovLibbyAudioPlease visit www.calvertlibrary.info for more information.Music: Sad Clown (excerpt) by Orquesta Arrecife. Licensed under CC BY-SA 1.0 http://www.opsound.org/artist/orquestaarrecife/ 

Episode 120Hello and Welcome to another potentially useful episode of the TCAPSLoop Podcast! Joining the pod today is our favorite ALA Awards Red Carpet Correspondence team, Danelle Brostrom, and Stephie Luyt to discuss Stephie's pick for the 2021 Caldecott and Newberry Book Awards!  Moment of Zen The unread story is not a story; it is little black marks on wood pulp. The reader, reading it, makes it live: a live thing, a story. —Ursula K. Le Guin All the Books and Links!Caldecott contenders:Honeybee, Candace Fleming, ill. Eric RohmannPacks: Strength in Numbers, Hannah SalyerThe Blue House, Phoebe WahlMy Best Friend, Julie Fogliano, ill. Jillian TamakiOutside In, Deborah Underwood, ill. Cindy DerbyA Girl Like Me, Angela Johnson, ill. Nina CrewsA Polar Bear in the Snow, Mac Barnett, ill. Shawn HarrisExquisite : The Poetry and Life of Gwendolyn Brooks, Suzanne Slade, ill. Cozbi CabreraWe Are Water Protectors, Carole Lindstrom, ill. Michaela Goade - Stephie's Pick!All Because You Matter, Tami Charles, ill. Bryan CollierYour Place in the Universe, Jason Chin Newbery contenders:King and the Dragon Flies, Kacen Callender - Stephie's PickFrom the Desk of Zoe Washington, Janae MarksFighting Words, Kimberly Brubaker BradleyEcho Mountain, Lauren WolkHere in the Real World, Sara PennypackerPrairie Lotus, Linda Sue Park Watch the Announcements Live! Battle of the Books Grand Traverse  Tech Tool(s) of the Week: TeachingBooks.net - Author Name Pronunciation News Literacy Week (January 25-29, 2021)News Literacy ProjectAnimated video you can share with studentsNews Literacy Quiz - Take the quiz.  Follow the hashtag #NewsLiteracyWeek and educate yourself   Thanks for listening and inspiring!

This week, Courtney and Erin sit down and chat about the YALSA Excellence in Nonfiction Award as well as two amazing titles The Rise and Fall of Charles Lindbergh by Candace Fleming and All Thirteen: The Incredible Cave Rescue of the Thai Boys Soccer Team by Christina Soontornvat. Please feel free to join the conversation, anytime, by emailing teentitletalk@gmail.com This podcast was created by Erin Robinson and Courtney Wason in association with the Derry Public Library, and is usually hosted and produced by Derry-CAM, Derry Community Access Media: Empowering Independent Voices. This episode, however, was done solo via Zoom, which explains the difference in audio. The theme, which you didn't hear today, was created and performed by Banded Starling. Did you enjoy this podcast? Don't forget to follow, rate and review to have our endless love and gratitude.

It’s the Holidays and the end of 2020 and we don’t really know what’s happening, but Eric is keeping us honest with another AMA! This one was recorded during our Fated States postcard writing party for Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock — the Democratic candidates for the Senate Runoff in Georgia — answering reader questions that came in during the live recording! We talk about pen names, working class heroes, whether or not you should DNF books, and Rasputin’s penis. Come back tomorrow for a special treat, and get ready for our first read along of 2021, Alexis Hall’s For Real. Get it at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Apple Books, or Kobo. Show NotesOne more phone banking opportunity for the Georgia Senate runoff is coming up on January 4, 2021 from 5-7 central. Join us!You should watch Drunk Romance History on Andie's Instagram.If you want more romance novels made into TV shows, you should watch Virgin River and Bridgerton. But everyone is watching Bridgerton, so that's great. Jen thinks you should DNF. We rattled off a bunch of historical romances with working heroes. Dreaming of You, of course, and American-set historicals, like Indigo by Beverly Jenkins. In England, A Matter of Disagreement by EE Ottoman, The Lady's Guide to Mischief and Mayhem by Manda Collins, Thief of Shadows by Elizabeth Hoyt, The Lawrence Browne Affair by Cat Sebastian, Honeytrap by Glen Aster Gray. Almost every KJ Charlesbook would qualify, as well as many by Sophie Jordan and Anne Mallory. Also, don't forget Sarah's Bareknuckle Bastards series. Annika Martin writes all the best bananas books. Rachel Hawkins is writing contemporary adult witches under the name Erin Sterling. Some historicals with characters from Imperial Russia? That's tough, but Sarah suggests the Stokehurst Duology from Lisa Kleypas, the first is Midnight Angel. And if you have kids interested in this time period, check out The Family Romonov by Candace Fleming. There is nothing about Rasputin's penis in that book, be assured.

Candace Fleming awarded herself the Newbery Medal in fifth grade after scraping the gold sticker off the class copy of The Witch of Blackbird Pond and pasting it onto her first novel—a ten-page, ten-chapter mystery called Who Done It? She’s been collecting awards (her own, not Elizabeth George Speare’s) ever since. Today, Candace is the versatile and acclaimed author of more than forty books for children and young adults, including the Los Angeles Times Book Prize honored The Family Romanov: Murder, Rebellion, and the Fall of the Russian Empire; Boston Globe/Horn Book Award-winning biography, The Lincolns; the bestselling picture book, Muncha! Muncha! Muncha!; the Sibert-Award-winning Giant Squid; and the beloved Boxes for Katje. She contributed the chapter on Katharine of Aragon to Fatal Throne. Candace is interviewed by Ohio Writing Project (OWP) teacher-leader Megan Rodney. Megan is a former second- and third-grade teacher, and is currently the Elementary PD Lead with OWP.

Candace Fleming is the versatile and acclaimed author of more than forty books for children and young adults, including the Los Angeles Times Book Prize honored The Family Romanov: Murder, Rebellion, and the Fall of the Russian Empire; Boston Globe/Horn Book Award-winning biography, The Lincolns; the bestselling picture book, Muncha! Muncha! Muncha!; the Sibert-Award-winning Giant Squid; and the beloved Boxes for Katje. She contributed the chapter on Katharine of Aragon to Fatal Throne. Candace is interviewed by Ohio Writing Project (OWP) teacher-leader Megan Rodney. Megan is a former second- and third-grade teacher, and is currently the Elementary PD Lead with OWP. Watch this video and more from other amazing authors at: https://educatorinnovator.org/campaigns/the-write-time/

Harry Potter break! Book by Candace Fleming and G. Brian Karas. Recorded on 19 Sep 2020, read to Evangeline and Asher.

If you grew up in a household that prized reading, you probably recall a book from childhood that shaped your view of the world.  Candace Fleming writes those books with an unflinching honesty about the subjects she presents.  Candace Fleming is an educator, and speaker and author, who writes both fiction and non-fiction.  She has written more than twenty books for children and young adults, including the Los Angeles Times Book Prize honored “Family Romanov: Murder, Rebellion, and the Fall of the Russian Empire,” Boston Globe/Horn Book Award-winning biography, “The Lincolns,” the bestselling picture book, “Muncha! Muncha! Muncha!,” and the beloved “Boxes for Katje.” See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Candace Fleming, Chicago-based author of children's and young adult books, discusses heroes and the historical truths many may not know about Benjamin Franklin, Charles Lindbergh, Eleanor Roosevelt and other prominent Americans, this week on Story in the Public Square.  See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Alexander Rose on the heated race to dominate the skies during the early days of commercial international air travel. Candace Fleming describes how the country was rocked by the disappearance of Amelia Earhart.

Candace Fleming on the rise and fall of aviation pioneer Charles Lindbergh. John Bruning recounts the stories of famous fighter pilots from WWII.

Kirsten Potter expertly narrates this teen biography of the famed and controversial aviator Charles Lindberg. Host Jo Reed and AudioFile’s Robin Whitten discuss the many facets of Lindbergh’s public and private life, making this a biography that will hold listeners’ attention. Kirsten Potter’s strong and lively performance imbues the narrative with emotion, and it earned her AudioFile’s Earphones award. Published by Listening Library. Find more audiobook recommendations at audiofilemagazine.com Support for Behind the Mic for AudioFile Magazine comes from Naxos AudioBooks. Naxos AudioBooks says, observe National Poetry Month with William Wordsworth’s The Prelude, an autobiography in verse read by Nicholas Farrell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode I discuss Separation Anxiety by Laura Zigman, The Rise and Fall of Charles Lindbergh by Candace Fleming and other great books!Subscribe to Books are my People using RSS, iTunes, or SpotifyBooks Discussed:Separation Anxiety by Laura ZigmanThe Rise and Fall of Charles Lindbergh by Candace FlemingTemporary by Hilary LeichterOther things discussed:Dolly Parton reads bedtime storiesLittle Free Library GuidelinesTen Virtual Book Clubs

Candace Fleming on the courage, confidence, and tenacity of Amelia Earhart. Keith O'Brien shares the stories of lesser-known "fly girls" who flew alongside Amelia Earhart in the 1920s and '30s.

Ann Druyan continues the "Cosmos" legacy as we discuss the future of space exploration. Norman Wirzba discusses the relationship between religious faith and food. John Bruning recounts the stories of famous fighter pilots from WWII. Candace Fleming on the rise and fall of aviation pioneer Charles Lindbergh.

Violence Between India's Hindus and Muslims Is Escalating, But It's Not New (0:32)Guest: Aatish Taseer, Reporter, “In Search of India's Soul” on Al Jazeera, Author of “Twice Born,” “The Way Things Were,” “Stranger to History”While President Trump was dining with India's Prime Minister in New Delhi last week, violence between Muslims and Hindus turned into three days of riots on the streets of India's capital. Homes, businesses and cars were set on fire. More than 40 people died and hundreds were injured. Police are accused of aiding the rioters who were targeting Muslims, or looking the other way. It was the deadliest such violence Delhi has seen in decades, but just the latest in a worrisome escalation of religious tension in India.  Making Bees Family Friendly (20:58)Candace Fleming, Author, Eric Rohmann, Illustrator “Honeybee: The Busy Life of Apis Mellifera”Bees pollinate a lot of our food. And they're in decline for a lot of reasons. So we're supposed to be nice to bees. But when one comes buzzing around you or your kid, how are you supposed to fight that panicky urge to swat – or squash?  Maybe start by taking in a gorgeous new picture book called “Honeybee.” After More Than a Century, Congress Makes Lynching a Federal Crime (37:06)Guest: Tameka Bradley Hobbs, Ph.D., Professor of History at Florida Memorial University, Author of “Democracy Abroad, Lynching at Home”A measure to making lynching a federal crime has finally passed Congress, after more than a century of failed attempts. President Trump is expected to sign the law and advocates say it's an important symbolic step toward justice for the more than 4,000 victims of lynching – most of them African Americans. The vast majority of those murders went unpunished. And they weren't all in the South. The Apple Seed (50:38)Guest: Sam Payne, Host of The Apple SeedThe power of storytelling, and how this weekend's Daylight Savings promted a story from Sam's childhood. Some People Consistently Buy Products That Fail (59:44)Guest: Duncan Simester Is a Professor of Marketing at the MIT Sloan School of Management, Where He Holds the NTU Chair in Management Science. His Recent 2019 Study Is Titled “The Surprising Breadth of Harbingers of Failure.”There's this frustrating thing that keeps happening to me at Trader Joe's: I'll discover a treat I really like and then one day I can't find it on the shelf and I ask the clerk when it'll be back in stock and the answer is – “Oh, that was discontinued. Nobody liked it.” One time it was these dried mangos covered in spicy chili powder and dipped in dark chocolate. They were so good, but a little weird, so I get maybe they weren't a huge seller. But another time it was potato chips dipped in chocolate – I mean who doesn't like salty, crunchy and chocolatey? Marketing researchers at the MIT Sloan School of Management have come up with a name for people like me who systematically pick losing products – “harbingers of failure.” When Democracy Failed to Protect Religious Minorities in the 1830's, the Mormons Hatched a Dramatic Plan (1:14:57)Guest: Benjamin Park, PhD, Assistant Professor of History, Sam Houston State University, Author of “Kingdom of Nauvoo: The Rise and Fall of a Religious Empire on the American Frontier”Americans are so divided today over politics and culture and race and religion, that you'll sometimes hear comparisons to the Civil War era. That's an exaggeration. Yes, our disagreements run deep, but Americans today are not seriously discussing our democratic system as a “failed experiment” or arguing that we should scrap the Constitution. Roll back the clock a century and a half, and there were widespread, serious doubts about whether the Founding Fathers had got it right.

Aatish Taseer of Al Jazeera on violence in India. Candace Fleming, Author, Eric Rohmann, Illustrator “Honeybee: The Busy Life of Apis Mellifera”, author of “Democracy Abroad, Lynching at Home,” on the Emmett Till Anti-Lynching Act. Sam Payne of The Apple Seed. Duncan Simester, MIT, on harbingers of failure. Benjamin Park of Sam Houston State Univ, on “Kingdom of Nauvoo: The Rise and Fall of a Religious Empire on the American Frontier.”

New York Times bestselling novelist Lidia Yuknavitch (The Book of Joan, etc.) joins us on this week’s episode to discuss Verge, a passionate short story collection featuring characters on the brink. She and host Megan Labrise discuss the qualities of misfits, communities as organisms, and gut-punch endings. Then our editors join with their reading recommendations for the week, including books from Candace Fleming (ill. by Eric Rohmann), Justina Ireland, Roman Dial, and Kiley Reid.

What’s a growing plot? Find out in this episode! Muncha! Muncha! Muncha! by Candace Fleming, illustrated by G. Brian Karas, is full of both obvious and subtle changes that make the growing plot a lot of fun. Students can try out the technique for themselves in LitCentric Radio’s matching lesson! Join National Board Certified Teacher, Reading Specialist, and Literacy Coach Dr. Julie Webb as she describes the teaching possibilities hidden inside this treasured mentor text. Try this lesson in your class tomorrow: https://litcentric.podia.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Not in the mood for self-help books this new year? We've got you covered! Lizzy, Melody, and Maren chat about their latest narrative nonfiction reads and offer some great recommendations! In this episode we discuss: "The Family Romanov: Murder, Rebellion, and the Fall of Imperial Russia" by Candace Fleming "The Miracle and Tragedy of the Dionne Quintuplets" by Sarah Miller "Terrible Typhoid Mary: A True Story of the Deadliest Cook in America" by Susan Campbell Bartoletti "If You Lived Here You'd Be Home By Now: Why We Traded the Commuting Life for a Little House on the Prairie" by Christopher Ingraham "You Have the Right to Remain Fat" by Virgie Tovar "Rough Magic: Riding the World's Lonliest Horse Race" by Lara Prior-Palmer "Unfollow: A Journey from Hatred to Hope" by Megan Phelps-Roper Access these books: https://countycat.mcfls.org https://wplc.overdrive.com https://www.overdrive.com/apps/libby/ https://www.hoopladigital.com Follow us: #northshorebookchat https://www.facebook.com/northshorelibrary/ https://www.instagram.com/northshorelibrary/ E-newsletter: eepurl.com/c_TXMD *Recording equipment provided by the River Hills Foundation. Special thanks for their generous donation.

Rachel and Melody welcome special guest, Maria, to discuss narrative nonfiction reads this month! Check out what we talked about: "Into the Wild" by Jon Krakauer with readalikes "Into Thin Air: A Personal Account of the Mount Everest Disaster" by the same author, "The Wild Truth" by Carine McCandless, and the film "Into the Wild." "The Family Romanov: Murder, Rebellion, and the Fall of Imperial Russia" by Candace Fleming with readalikes "Victoria: Portrait of a Queen" by Catherine Reef, "Symphony for the City of the Dead: Dmitri Shostakovich and the Siege of Leningrad" by M.T. Anderson, "Titanic: Voices from the Disaster" by Deborah Hopkinson, and "Blizzard of Glass: the Halifax Explosion of 1917" by Sally Walker. "The Monster of Florence" by Douglas Preston and Mario Spezi as well as the podcast/television show "Dirty John." Check out books, movies, and and other materials through the Milwaukee County Federated Library System: https://countycat.mcfls.org/ https://www.hoopladigital.com/ https://wplc.overdrive.com/ https://oakcreeklibrary.org/

Candace Fleming talks about new historical fiction books for children. Joe Hadfield chats about his experiences reading with his family. And physical education professor, David Barney, discuses the importance of fitness. Along with our interviews we’ll have storytime with a reading of "Quangle Wangle's Hat", hear children's thoughts on reading, and gather around the Librarians' Table to chat about what it means to be an instruction librarian.

Candace Fleming awarded herself the Newbery Medal in fifth grade after scraping the gold sticker off the class copy of The Witch of Blackbird Pond and pasting it onto her first novel—a ten-page, ten-chapter mystery called Who Done It? She’s been collecting awards (her own, not Elizabeth George Speare’s) ever since. Today, Candace is the versatile and acclaimed author of more than twenty books for children and young adults, including the Los Angeles Times Book Prize honored The Family Romanov: Murder, Rebellion, and the Fall of the Russian Empire; Boston Globe/Horn Book Award-winning biography, The Lincolns; the bestselling picture book, Muncha! Muncha! Muncha!; and the beloved Boxes for Katje. On the 43rd episode of the Chasing Earhart podcast, Candace joins us via Zoom to discuss her book "Amelia Lost: The Life & Disappearance of Amelia Earhart" Amelia's impact and legacy and why the title "Amelia Lost" doesn't mean what you think it means.

Author Candace Fleming takes us behind the scenes of her middle grade book BEN FRANKLIN'S IN MY BATHROOM!

Multi-award winning author Candace Fleming and multi-award winning illustrator Eric Rohmann join Tim for this episode to discuss their new young adult novel, Strongheart: Wonder Dog of the Silver Screen. Candace discusses what it takes to investigate the real-life history of a silver screen star (Strongheart the Dog) and turn that into an exciting work of fiction. Eric lends his insight to his techniques and vision of creating beautiful illustrations to match the storyline of the novel. Take a listen to this fun and fascinating episode. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Author Candace Fleming and Illustrator Eric Ronmann – Strongheart: Wonder Dog of the Silver Screen with Tim Link

Candace Fleming (@candacemfleming) and Eric Rohmann, author and illustrator team behind Giant Squid, stop by the podcast to talk about fascinating readers, a guy who could tell a story, but just couldn't tell a true one, and phrases that feel great when they land on the ear.

GREAT BOOKS KEEP KIDS ENGAGED AND LEARNING OVER BREAKS  Candace Fleming, award-winning author of "The Family Romanov", whose books have won multiple literary awards, and most recently ALA selected "The Family Romanov" as a finalist for the YALSA Award for Excellence in Nonfiction for Young Adults, is our guest. Candace will be joined by Amy Irace, one of Follett's Academic Consultants, who holds a master's degree in reading. Amy will share strategies for avoiding summer reading loss.   Presented by FOLLETT LEARNING www.follettlearning  @follettlearning

In the world of young adult literature, some of today's best and most powerful stories are being told by authors of nonfiction. Tune in to hear Candace Fleming discuss the origins of The Family Romanov, research as a process of questioning, and how authors of nonfiction are pushing the envelope in books for today's teens.

Take flight with Emily as she highlights books about historical figures in aviation and chats with Candace Fleming, author of Amelia Lost: The Life and Disappearance of Amelia Earhart.

Audio File:  Download MP3Transcript: An Interview with Candace Fleming CEO and Co-founder, Crimson Hexagon Date: April 19, 2010 Entrepreneurial Heroes Interview with Candace Fleming [music] Lee: Hi, this is Lee Kennedy. I am a board member for the National Center for Women and Information Technology, or NCWIT, and I'm also the CEO of Boulder Search. This is part of a series of interviews that we are having with fabulous entrepreneurs, they are women who have started IT companies in a variety of sectors, all of whom have just fabulous stories to tell us about being entrepreneurs, and with me today is Larry Nelson from W3W3. Hey Larry. Larry Nelson: I'm very happy to be here, and this is a wonderful so reason and you make sure you pass these interviews along to others that you know would be interested and they can give it here at NCWIT.org or W3W3.com. Lee: Great, and I also have Lucy Sanders, who is the CEO of NCWIT. Hi Lucy. Lucy Sanders: Hello. Lee: Great to have you. Well, and just to get right to it, we are interviewing Candace Fleming. Candace is the CEO and co-founder of Crimson Hexagon. Crimson Hexagon's technology analyzes the vast social Internet, so blog posts, forum messages, tweets et cetera, and it's done by identifying statistical patterns in the words used to express opinions on different topics. And the product is called Foxtrot, and it helps you to develop your listening approach to many different Internet channels. So without further ado, I would love to introduce Candace, and have her tell us a little bit about her background and experience. Candace, welcome. Candace Fleming: Thank you, it is great to be here, I am excited about this opportunity to share. Lee: Well, if you could tell us just little bit about Crimson Hexagon, that would be great. Candace: At a very high level, what Crimson Hexagon does is, we have technology that goes out and find millions and millions of blogs and forums and tweets, product reviews and things that are probably available on Facebook, and reads them all everyday and can summarize opinions that are being expressed. So in some ways it's a little bit like an automatic opinion poll, but you are not actually asking a poll question because you are really just harvesting values from conversations that are already happening. Lee: Wow. Candace: And we are a 15% company based here in Boston. Lee: So basically, you have got bots or robots that go out and hit all of these different social sites and pull back the data and then analyze it, is that kind of a nutshell for our novice technology listeners? [laughter] Candace: It is that idea where we get data from lot of different sources, we license some data streams, we also do our own call link, but it is not so much the data collection that is special about what we do, it is really in the content analysis of what we do. So if you imagine, I think a lot of your listeners are familiar with Google Alert, were you can very efficiently and very quickly use keywords, and every day multiple times a day, you will get an email in your in-box with the links to mention of those words. But the problem is, when you start to build a large brand or you have a large company, there are so many mentions that it is nearly impossible to stay on top of them. We end up speaking with marketers and brand managers or PR agencies who sit down with a list of 30,000 links and they say, "How do I make meaning out of all this?" So our technology really allows you... It quantifies for you in that list of 30,000 links, what percentage of people are saying they like a specific feature of your product or what percent of people are saying they actually like your competitor's product better or really getting down to the opinions of what's being said. Lee: So we could use it to figure out what people are saying about Larry. Larry: Uh oh. Candace: Exactly. That's right. Larry: That's a different dinner gig. Lee: I'm liking this more and more. Candace: The only limitation is that people have to actually be talking about the topic. Lee: Oh don't worry, we've got plenty of info, don't worry. Lucy: So Candace, back to you. We'd love to hear about how you first got into technology. Candace: Ever since I was little, I have been noticing how technology improves our lives every day. My dad was an electrical engineering professor, and so we were always talking about science and technology and new innovations and seeing how the world progressed. And so, I've been thinking about it from a very early age, and went on to get an engineering degree in college and have always done work in my professional career around technology and algorithms and the application of technology. Larry: Oh. Lucy: So as a little add on, what technologies do you think are cool today? Candace: Well, of course our technology. Lee: Of course, you want a list. Candace: I could be honest, that I'm very biased about that. Actually I think there are a couple of things, I think there are some really neat consumer electronics coming out like they talk about 3-D TV or the Nexus One phone. But even maybe a little bit less mainstream, I heard about a technology that a Harvard biologist named Pete Gergen developed in microbial fuel cells, and it sounds like a lot of big words, but essentially what he's developed is a way to harness energy as microbes that decompose organic matter. And what that means is you can basically take a bucket of trash, stick one of his apparati into it and have light, or have enough to charge a cell phone. Stuff like that, if you think about the implications of that for third world countries or differences parts of our lives, I think it's incredible. So there's a lot of good stuff laying around. Larry: Yeah. Wow. I'm ordering one of each. Candace, let me ask this. What is it about being an entrepreneur that turns you on? Talk about that. Candace: I think for me it was all about this particular opportunity. I didn't set out to one day start a company of my own necessarily, and so in this instance I saw a huge opportunity that was so exciting that I wanted to literally drop everything and get this off the ground. I think in general, nothing is more exciting for me than pulling together a team and seeing what we can collectively accomplish. And I think in small companies, you really can see the impact of that. Where I walk into our conference room for a team meeting, and a year and a half ago these people didn't even know each other, and now they're doing things for big brands and big name companies, and really doing things that even the people on their team never knew they could accomplish. Lee: Well and forming those teams and forming something from nothing is really an exciting part of entrepreneurship. Now Candace, you mentioned that your father from a very early age was talking about technology, talking about engineering, and we find that that's very typical, especially for women. That their father or mother played a role in their early sort of sense of technology. Can you tell us a bit more about who else influenced or supported you in your career paths, or role models or mentors? Candace: So I would have to say that number one on that list is actually my husband. Lee: Yay husbands! Lucy: Yay! Candace: His name is Lee Fleming. And you know I was at a breakfast on Friday and there was a female entrepreneur who said, "Well you know, everyone knows the saying 'Behind every good man is a good woman,'" and I say the exact opposite is true as well, especially as it applies to start-ups. Behind every entrepreneur, especially if it's one who is a family, there's got to be a supportive spouse there." And so I think my husband wanted me to do this even more than I did. And so even before day one, when I heard about this opportunity, he's been helping me every step of the way. Quite literally, because he happens to be a professor at Harvard Business School, and he teaches a class on commercializing technologies and innovations, so I get some good coaching over the dinner table. Lucy: That's pretty handy! Candace: Very handy! Other than my parents, of course, who have been so supportive along the way, my co-founder, actually, who is also a professor at Harvard, his name is Gary King. He's the one who invented the algorithms that we've commercialized. So, from day one, he has said, "I think you're the one who should grow this company, I think you can make this happen and I want to work with you to do this." So having someone who believes in you so completely, and stands by you every step of the way, and is so fantastic to work with is a great gift. Lucy: That is really exciting. Lee: I downloaded his paper to read. Candace: Did you read it? Lee: Not yet, it was a little long for me, but I downloaded it for plane reading. Lucy: We just had interviewed somebody about advisory boards, and I'm thinking you've got these great built-in advisory boards. So to switch topics just a smidge from all these wonderful things, what's the toughest thing you've had to do in your career? Candace: It's actually what I'm doing now, but more specifically, starting and growing a successful company. Basically, in 2008 which is when we had the worst economic meltdown since the Depression, is by far the hardest thing that I've ever had to do. Or, at least chosen to do. But, as I'm sitting here, we just finished putting together our financial plan for the year, and I think it's going to be a great year. I feel like we've made it through and we have a lot of momentum. But, the economy has not been necessarily the friend of any entrepreneur, I think, in the last 18 to 24 months. Lee: You're right. Lucy: That's the truth. Lee: It hasn't been good to anyone. Larry: Yeah, well, boy, that's an interesting lead-in to the question I'm going to ask, and that is: If you were sitting down right now with an entrepreneur and you were going to give them some advice, what advice would you give them today? Candace: That's a great question. I would say maybe three things. First, and I mean this both perhaps literally and figuratively, eat your broccoli. Eat your broccoli because it's good for you, and it will make you healthy. But, figuratively, I mean being an entrepreneur, there are a lot of things that you need to do that are good for you even though you may not want to do them. They're good for the company, they're good for your own personal growth, and so I would say don't shy away from those things. The second thing, also I mean both literally and figuratively is to play team sports. I think, literally, go out there and play volleyball and basketball, soccer, because I think playing in a team is actually very much like working in a small company. You have the same small team environment, you need to give and take and you have rules in a company just like you do on a sports team. Learning about leadership and teamwork, I think sports is an incredible way to learn that. And then the last thing is again, both figuratively and literally, put things to bed earlier than you want to. [laughter] By that, I mean definitely get more sleep than you want to get, but metaphorically, don't set perfection as the bar for everything. I think that in many, many cases good is enough. And if I had learned earlier, I think I would have saved myself a lot of time and stress. Lucy: Well, so, my next question is about the characteristics that make you a great entrepreneur. What we just saw in that last answer was one of them is wisdom. [laughter] Lucy: So, perhaps you can, other things that come to your mind when you think about yourself and entrepreneurship. Those characteristics that you think give you an edge. Candace: I think that I'm an optimist. I think entrepreneurs have to be willing to look reality in the face and convince themselves to see the rosy side of it, perhaps. [laughs] You need to say you can be so focused and drive for something even though there are going to be a lot of obstacles in your way. The second thing is I'm not scared of hard work. That's something that I think is crucial to being able to get a company off the ground. I think the last thing is I'm fairly direct and honest. I think when you're working in a small company environment, there's - somewhat thankfully from my perspective - there's not as much politics. You sit in a room with people, you decide things and you get things done. There's not ten layers of approvals. So, I think being straightforward with people and being honest with people really carries you a long way in being successful, particularly in a small group. Lucy: I have to agree with all of the above. When you have that small group, you just have to be really direct and honest. Candace: Limit to cycles. Lucy: Yeah. Candace: That's it. Lucy: It really does. So, Candace, one of our favorite questions is with building start-ups and being an entrepreneur, as you'd mentioned earlier, it's a ton of work. So, how do you bring balance into your personal and professional life? Candace: Yeah, I think this is a great question. As I thought about this, I have, perhaps, an ironic take on this. And, that is I view my family as an enabler of my professional success. I think that I have a fantastic husband, I mentioned earlier. I have two little kids. I have a two-year-old and a six-year-old. I actually started Crimson Hexagon when my two-year-old was two weeks. Lucy: Oh, my goodness! Lee: Oh, my God! Candace: There is no better way to give you perspective back in life than when you come home from a hard day of work and you get tackle-hugged by these two little people before you can even put your briefcase down. [laughs] So, I actually think that, by having a family, it allows me to be successful at work. Because I work just as hard as the next person and just as many hours. But, I think the trick is, even if it's 15 minutes that you sit down and talk with them in a day, you make that time. And, that time gets paid back to you in a thousand different ways that help you in the rest of your life. So, I just think you have to make sure that you spend time on each, even if the time is very little. But, mentally, it's what keeps me balanced. Lucy: Absolutely the case. Those are great ages for kids, just great, full of energy. So, Candace, you've already achieved a lot. What's next for you? Candace: I have achieved some good things, but I don't view myself as being done here. [laughs] I plan to continue running and growing small companies. I think that what we're doing here at Crimson Hexagon is so exciting. This type of activity is something I want to do for a long, long time. Lucy: Crimson Hexagon is exciting. That is just a cool company. And, I feel like I want to make a plug for a Boulder-based company that's one of your partners. Because we have a lot of Boulder listeners here. Room 214 is a partner of Crimson Hexagon. So, we're just excited about that. If you come out here to Boulder, you need to stop by. It would be great to have you. Thank you so much, Candace. We all appreciate your time. I want to remind listeners where they can find this interview. Larry: At W3W3.com as well as NCWIT.org. Lucy: All right. Thank you very much, Candace. We appreciate it. Lee: Yes. Candace: Thank you. Larry: Bye-bye. [music] Series: Entrepreneurial HeroesInterviewee: Candace FlemingInterview Summary: Data is abundant on the web, and information is free. But meaning is what matters, and uncovering it requires a good deal more than counting keyword mentions across the social web. Crimson Hexagon's technology – based on groundbreaking work conducted at Harvard University’s Institute for Quantitative Social Science – distills meaning about brands, products, services, markets and competitors from the online conversation. Release Date: April 19, 2010Interview Subject: Candace FlemingInterviewer(s): Lucy Sanders, Larry Nelson, Lee KennedyDuration: 16:28