Podcast appearances and mentions of Emma Walton Hamilton

You might know about refrains in music, but they're also in picture books! The Picture Book Summit Founders get together to discuss what refrains are, define the different types of refrain, and share how to use them strategically in your own picture book writing! Spoiler alert! There are some excellent mentor texts in this episode. *Books mentioned in this episode: Finding Papa by Angela Pham Krans and Thi Bui Hurry, Little Tortoise, Time for School! by Carrie Finison and Erin Kraan I Hate to Go to Bed! by Katie Davis The Very Fairy Princess by Julie Andrews, Emma Walton Hamilton, and Christine Davenier The Yellow Handkerchief by Donna Barba Higuera and Cynthia Alonso Choosing Brave by Angela Joy and Janelle Washington Bug on the Rug by Sophia Gholz and Susan Bartori Curve & Flow: The Elegant Vision of L.A. Architect Paul R. Williams by Andrea J. Loney and Keith Mallett Song After Song: The Musical Life of Julie Andrews by Julie Hedlund and Ilaria Urbanati.       *Picture Book Summit may receive a small commission at no cost to you when books are purchased through the link above.

It's time for How to Analyze a Picture Book - Part 2. In this episode, we talk about how to analyze a picture book's illustrations and other things to look for when analyzing a mentor text. First up, illustrations: What's the job of the illustrations? What do they add to the story? How does color make a difference? If you're an author-only creator, how can you leave room for the illustrator and still get your story across? Is it okay to use art notes? Then we jump into a variety odds and ends to consider and pay attention to as you continue to analyze and study picture books, including "is this book for kids" or "what makes this story uniquely kid-centric"? Download the How to Analyze a Picture Book Handout HERE and use it with your next haul of library books! Books mentioned in this episode: Me...Jane written and illustrated by Patrick McDonnell No More Señora Mimí written by Meg Medina and illustrated by Spencer's New Pet written and illustrated by Jessie Sima Hot Dog written and illustrated Doug Salati Where the Wild Things Are written and illustrated Maurice Sendak Song After Song: The Musical Life of Julie Andrews written by Julie Hedlund and illustrated by Ilaria Urbanati Waiting in the Wings written by Julie Andrews and Emma Walton Hamilton and illustrated by EG Keller The Enchanted Symphony written by Julie Andrews and Emma Walton Hamilton and illustrated by Elly McKay Press Here written and illustrated by Hervé Tullet The Pink Hat written and illustrated by Andrew Joyner Dr. Fauci: How a Boy From Brooklyn Became America's Doctor written by Kate Messner and illustrated by Alexandra Bye River of Dust written by Jilanne Hoffmann and illustrated by Eugenia Mello   If you didn't catch part 1 of How to Analyze a Picture Book, listen HERE.

Today we share how to analyze a picture book. In many of our discussions and presentations, the Picture Book Summit Team and our guest speakers analyze picture books and use that analysis to illustrate the point we're teaching. When you as a picture book creator learn how to analyze a picture book, you can turn reading picture books into your own writing class. As you look for and identify the key elements of a picture book we discuss today (and in our next episode!), you'll be able to more easily spot revision opportunities in your own work—getting you that much closer to a publishable picture book. Download the How to Analyze a Picture Book Handout HERE and use it with your next haul of library books! Books mentioned in this episode: The Very Fairy Princess written by Julie Andrews and Emma Walton Hamilton and illustrated by Christine Davenier Over, Bear! Under, Where? written by Julie Hedlund and illustrated by Michael Slack Springtime Storks: A Migration Love Story written by Carol Joy Munro and illustration Chelsea O'Byrne Party Animals written and illustrated by Katie Davis Kitty and Cat Bent Out of Shape written and illustrated by Mirka Hokkanen B is for Bananas written by Carrie Tillotson and illustrated by Estrela Lourenço Look for Part 2 in two weeks!  

Today in our Picture Book Summit Roundtable discussion, we tackle the touchy topic of celebrity picture books. So, what's the truth about celebrity picture books? Do celebrities get to cut the line when it comes to publishing? Are they held to a lower standard than lesser-known writers? Do they help or hurt the industry? We have the opportunity to hear what it's like to be and/or work with a celebrity author as Emma Walton Hamilton shares her experience of writing with her mother, actress Julie Andrews. You might be surprised what it's like on the flip side of the celebrity book coin. Then we discuss the frustrations that come when picture book authors see another debut celebrity picture book author. There's lots to say on both sides of the great celebrity picture book debate. Let's jump right in!

Picture book authors are closer in their craft to screenwriters and playwrights than any other kind of author. Why? Because picture book writers direct their readers on how to read the book. It's your job as a writer to make your (often adult reader) look like a rockstar. Emma Walton Hamilton shares how to make your manuscript reader-proof.

Picture books are a truly unique genre of literature. Other books CAN be read aloud, but picture books are ENGINEERED exactly for that precise purpose.  In this episode, Emma Walton Hamilton defines the importance of "Read-aloud-ability" (HINT: it can sway the submission process), while Katie Davis illustrates one impactful way to factor that secret sauce into your writing.  Stay tuned! This is the first of a three-part series.

Editor and agent assistants: the rarely-talked-about demi gods of the publishing industry.  They are the gatekeepers, and if they don't think your manuscript is up to snuff, it won't be leaving the slush pile. So what can you do about that? In this episode, Emma Walton Hamilton asks editor and agent assistants AZ Hackett, Claire Tattersfield, and Gaby Caballero all the burning questions. 

Judy Carmichael interviews Julie Andrews and Emma Walton Hamilton 

Chris Pinnella's musical journey is woven with experiences across diverse landscapes. His career took flight at 16 when he showcased his prodigious talent with Alphonse Stephenson and the Orchestra of St. Peter, a debut that set the stage for his future success. This early triumph was just the beginning of his musical odyssey, eventually leading him to earn a degree from Marymount Manhattan College in New York City. Post-college, his career trajectory led him to diverse platforms. He delved into off-Broadway and regional theater. Notably, he landed the role of Simeon in the musical "Simeon's Gift," a production co-authored by the legendary Julie Andrews and her daughter Emma Walton-Hamilton. His involvement in this project gave him a unique opportunity to collaborate closely with industry icons. Additionally, he toured with the famed Trans Siberian Orchestra. Over the last several years, Pinnella has led large-scale celebrated tribute shows featuring the music of Frank Sinatra and a tribute show on the music of Billy Joel.

Hosted by Jane Pauley. In our cover story, Conor Knighton looks at the creation of wildlife crossings to allow animals to safely bypass heavily trafficked roadways. Also: Jim Axelrod investigates a growing epidemic of romance scams by fake dating app profiles; Jane Pauley interviews Julie Andrews and daughter Emma Walton Hamilton, who have teamed up for their 35th children's book; Tracy Smith profiles "The Covenant of Water" author Abraham Verghese; and Mo Rocca sits down with Eddie Redmayne, Gayle Rankin and Bebe Neuwirth, from the cast of a Broadway revival of the classic musical "Cabaret."See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

ICAN's Audio Book Tour featuring Dame Julie Andrews and Emma Walton Hamilton! In this episode, All Classical's 2024 Young Artist in Residence, Elaina Stuppler, sits down with mother-daughter duo Julie Andrews and Emma Walton Hamilton to talk about their book, The Enchanted Symphony, and their upcoming book, Waiting in the Wings.

Today's episode features two books that use bright, colorful illustrations to convey larger messages about acceptance and community. First, Here & Now's Deepa Fernandes speaks with author-illustrator Steve Asbell about Flap Your Hands, which celebrates how stimming is an act of self-care for autistic children. Then, NPR's Samantha Balaban gathers actress Julie Andrews, her daughter Emma Walton Hamilton and illustrator Elly MacKay to describe how shadows operate in their new fairytale, The Enchanted Symphony, about how music revives the plants – and people – in a village. To listen to Book of the Day sponsor-free and support NPR's book coverage, sign up for Book of the Day+ at plus.npr.org/bookoftheday Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

The iconic Julie Andrews and her daughter, Emma Walton Hamilton, join Seth and Josh on the podcast this week! Our first mother-daughter duo on Family Trips, Julie and Emma tell us about their trips to Switzerland, creating characters in their books after people in their family, what it was like for Emma growing up with Mary Poppins as her mother, and so much more! SPONSORS: NissanGo find your next big adventure, and enjoy the ride along the way. Learn more at nissanusa.com FidelityGo from saving to living.  Learn more at fidelity.com/incomeplanning AirbnbSupport comes from Airbnb your home might be worth more than you think find out how much more at airbnb.com/host to learn about hosting. AG1Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs when you first subscribe. Go to drinkAG1.com/TRIPS  Check it out. 

Say Happy Valentine's Day with the #1 New York Times bestselling Very Fairy Princess, in a new format with bonus stickers! Gerry makes beautiful cards for her friends at school, showcasing their special qualities. But when she forgets her folder at home, she needs to think of a new way to celebrate their inner sparkle! This celebration of friendship and creativity by the bestselling mother-daughter team is the perfect gift for any special Valentine. Find this book on Amazon.com and check out holiday book collections at: www.SlothDreamsBooks.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/slothslovetoread/message

Operina is a new opera podcast for kids, created and hosted by soprano Jessica Cambio. Each episode features children from around the world participating (in their own language) in a musical, historical, cultural, and linguistic educational adventure... with their parents' permission, of course.Opera, classical music, and linguistic studies are often neglected and/or not introduced to children at all, especially at the elementary school level. It has been scientifically proven that exposure to classical music, art, dance, culture, foreign languages, and even global travel at an early age encourages healthy brain stimulation and growth, a more peaceful upbringing, a stronger sense of community, and therefore, a better world. The Operina mission is to provide a fun, free, kid-friendly all-encompassing learning experience to enhance their musical and cultural education, expand their horizons, encourage them to think outside the box of their daily lives... all the while limiting their screen time. ;)Operina encourages kids to learn, grow, explore, and experience opera and classical music firsthand. The episodes, narrated by various musical guests worldwide, can be enjoyed in the comfort of your own home. Operina also encourages your children to make new friends, share information and opinions, learn new words in foreign languages, use their imagination and creativity, create a community, listen to the sounds of the human voice and orchestral instruments, design costumes and sets, dance, sing, and explore the stage, acting, and all the spectacle of opera from the inside.Operina features guests from all corners of the globe, stories extracted from operas that have survived hundreds of years, quizzes, foreign words integrated in the language of the opera being presented, and so much more. Join us on this new adventure!In this episode, instead of discussing an opera, I will read Julie Andrews' and Emma Walton Hamilton's The First Notes: The Story of DO, RE, MI. Please listen to Julie's Library for more educational children's books written by Ms. Andrews and her daughter. You won't regret it! The episode also includes musical selections from the film The Sound of Music in which Ms. Andrews stars. Enjoy!!If your child would like to be featured as a guest on future episodes, please send your submissions (in any language) to: operinapodcast@gmail.com.DISCLAIMER: Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

Julie Andrews visits Google with her daughter Emma Walton Hamilton to share reflections on her astonishing career, including such classics as Mary Poppins, The Sound of Music, and Victor/Victoria. In her first memoir “Home,” Julie Andrews recounted her difficult childhood and her emergence as an acclaimed singer and performer on the stage. With this second memoir, “Home Work: A Memoir of My Hollywood Years”, Andrews picks up the story with her arrival in Hollywood and her phenomenal rise to fame in her earliest films--Mary Poppins and The Sound of Music. Andrews describes her years in the film industry, from the incredible highs to the challenging lows. Not only does she discuss her work in now-classic films and her collaborations with giants of cinema and television, she also unveils her personal story of adjusting to a new and often daunting world, dealing with the demands of unimaginable success, the end of her first marriage, and falling in love with the brilliant and mercurial Blake Edwards. Cowritten with her daughter, Emma Walton Hamilton, and told with Andrews's trademark charm and candor, “Home Work” takes us on a rare and intimate journey into an extraordinary life that is funny, heartrending, and inspiring. Originally published in October of 2019 and moderated by former Google CEO Eric Schmidt. Visit YouTube.com/TalksatGoogle to watch the video.                                

It's our final dive (for now!) into Picture Books with Great Voice! If you're just joining us, be sure to catch up with this series at the links below: Episode 56 - Julie Hedlund defined the types of voice found in picture books and Katie Davis introduced books with humorous voice. Episode 57 - Founder Emeritus Laura Backes shared book examples of using a lyrical voice Episode 58 - Emma Walton Hamilton dug into character voice. Today in part 4, Julie gets chatty while talking about conversational voice in picture books. Let's get to it. Books mentioned in this episode: THE IMPORTANT THING ABOUT MARGARET WISE BROWN written by Mac Barnett and illustrated Sarah Jacoby A POEM FOR PETER written by Andrea Davis Pinkney and illustrated Steve Johnson  

Let's continue to dig into voice in picture books! We started this series in episode 56, 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. In episode 57, Founder Emeritus Laura Backes shared examples of using a lyrical voice in picture books to reinforce certain types of stories. In part 3 of our series, author and Picture Book Summit Founder Emma Walton Hamilton discusses character voice: how to recognize it, distinguish it from other types of writing voice, and how to utilize it in your own work!  Let's get to it. Books mentioned in this episode: THE PANDA PROBLEM written by Deborah Underwood and illustrated Hannah Marks CROWN: AN ODE TO THE FRESH CUT written by Derrick Barnes and illustrated by Gordon C. James  

Traditionally, a total knee replacement involves a hospital stay of 3-5 days. But at Collingwood General Marine Hospital, nearly half of the joint-replacement surgery patients were discharged the same day last year. We spoke with an orthopedic surgeon about this impressive record. The Enchanted Symphony is the latest children's book from Julie Andrews and her daughter Emma Walton Hamilton. But without Owen Sound's very own, the book wouldn't have the images to bring the words to life. Huntsville, like many other communities, is suffering a labour shortage within its service industry. Now the town and the local regional tourism organization are responding with a pilot project inviting workers to call Huntsville home.

“Are we lucky or what?” is Julie Andrews' longtime motto and I am officially borrowing it for the day. I am filled with gratitude as I share my magical chat with the legendary Julie Andrews and her lovely, creative & talented daughter Emma Walton Hamilton. We talked about everything from their inspiring new children's book The Enchanted Symphony to their special mother/daughter relationship to their BIG dreams & MORE! When you dream of something for years and it actually happens, it's almost impossible to contain all of the emotions and happy tears. I will cherish this interview forever and I hope you enjoy it as much as we did. Let this be a reminder that no dream is too big and you should never stop believing in yourself. Now sit back, grab your favorite cookie and enjoy this very special SPOONFUL of Julie & Emma!

Beloved actor Julie Andrews has once again teamed up with her daughter Emma Walton Hamilton to write a children's book! Both women join us to discuss The Enchanted Symphony, which tells the story of a village overcome by a mysterious fog. *This segment is guest hosted by David Furst.  

In this episode, children's authors Emma Walton Hamilton and Julie Hedlund give an overview of the four essential components of a query (introduction, pitch, bio and market info, and conclusion) and then dig deep into crafting a pitch that captures the story and spirit of your book and piques an agent or editor's interest. If you're in the querying trenches, this one's for you!

This week, we are thrilled to bring new feature to the podcast: The Picture Book Summit Roundtable! In our weekly Summit planning meetings, we often discuss current events in publishing, how they affect picture books, and how they affected picture book creators like you. We decided to record our conversation and invite you to listen in!  Our Picture Book Summit Roundtable includes Julie Hedlund, Katie Davis, Kelli Panique, and Emma Walton Hamilton.  And because we like to start everything we do with a bang, we're jumping right into the national conversation on book bans. Emma Walton Hamilton leads our discussion with the background and history of book bans as well as how today's book bans compare to book bans of the past. We'll discuss discuss the history, myths, and current news about book bans in schools. Find out how book bans specifically affect picture books and their creators. (Spoiler alert: having your book banned does NOT mean it becomes a bestseller.) Emma shares facts about book bans from PEN America. You can download that PDF here.

It's our final installment of the 4 Big Reasons Your Manuscripts Get Rejected.  Following agent submission guidelines is a rather obvious part of the querying process....right?   "Query-whisperer" Emma Walton Hamilton gives us an inside look as to why following submission guidelines are crucial—and how over half of all new authors get it wrong.  Have you listened to the other parts of 4 Biggest Reasons Manuscripts Get Rejected? Catch up here: 046 - 4 Biggest Reasons Manuscript Get Rejected Part 1 - Unoriginal Ideas 047 - 4 Biggest Reasons Manuscript Get Rejected Part 2 - Lack of Emotional Resonance 048 - 4 Biggest Reasons Manuscripts Get Rejected Part 3 - Not Submission Ready        

In Part 3 of How to Get Out of the Slush Pile, Emma Walton Hamilton reveals about actionable ways to polish your manuscript's hook to get agents and editors excited about reading your story!

The lengthy resume of legendary singer and actor Julie Andrews includes playing Mary Poppins, Maria von Trapp, and more recently,  the narrator of Netflix's smash hit Bridgerton.  But Andrews is also a prolific children's book author, co-authoring more than 31 books with her daughter, Emma Walton Hamilton. The two first joined Diane in 2006 to discuss their book “The Great American Mousical,” which introduced young children to Broadway. In 2009, Diane interviewed Andrews and Hamilton about a just-released anthology of children's poems, songs and lullabies. The conversation covered parenthood, how to cultivate the love of reading, and why they say poetry helped them overcome some of the darkest moments in their own lives.

Supreme Court Justices heard arguments in two cases with major implications for whether race can be used as one factor in college admissions. Slate's Dahlia Lithwick joins us. Then, ahead of the November midterm elections, we are hearing how people want to prioritize inflation and the rising cost of living. Demographer Beth Jarosz with the nonprofit Population Reference Bureau dives into the math behind poverty lines. And, musical icon Julie Andrews and her daughter Emma Walton Hamilton wrote a kid's book, "The First Notes: The Story of Do, Re, Mi," which tells the story of the 11th-century monk who invented a system of musical notation that we use today. The authors join us.

Emma Walton Hamilton unearths a brief history of picture books including how Randolph Caldecott started the genre by creating illustrations that helped to tell the story instead of the pictures simply reflecting what's in the text. Emma shares how picture books evolved from morality tales to books for "naughty children" and books that break the rules and meet children where they are. It's the best kind of history lesson for picture book creators.

Courntey and Emily wrap up the Legendary Summer Series with Dame Julie Andrews' second memoir “Home Work: A Memoir of My Hollywood Years.” Andrews' memoir takes place from 1962-1986 starting with her Hollywood debut in Disney's “Mary Poppins” and ending with her second husband's semi autobiographical film, “That's Life!” Andrews reflects on the work and self discovery it took to balance a new career on the silver screen and a home life which included divorce, a second marriage, two step children, two adopted children, therapy, multiple family emergencies, and living around the world. In between hardships, Andrews also humbly shares all of the amazing opportunities and memories she has making movies and learning how to use and harness her talents. Courtney and Emily conclude the episode again talking about the criteria to become a Disney Legend and discuss how Julie Andrews managed to achieve it with just one film.  Review Book of the Mouse Club on iTunes and Google Play and send any questions, comments, or suggestions to the hosts at bookofthemouseclub@gmail.com Follow Our Reading Journey On Social Media! Official Twitter and Instagram: @BookoftheMouse  Courtney: Instagram @greatguthsby, Twitter @Courtney_Guth, and Goodreads Emily: Instagram and Twitter @emily_mickde, and Goodreads Other Resources to Discover: Julie Andrews Kennedy Center Honors Recipient 2001 The Julie Andrews Hour Episode 10 (1972): A Salute to Disney  Interview: Julie Andrews Talks AFI Life Achievement Award, Princess Diaries 3, New Memoir & More

At the core of every good picture book is a central dramatic question. What is that, anyway? Picture Book Summit co-founder Emma Walton Hamilton discusses the importance and function of the central dramatic question and how to find it. 

In this episode, Susan and Whittney talk to Devon Hamilton of Reading with the Littles about inspiring a love of reading in your children. Devon's tips for selecting good books for your children: Take your time while perusingLook at the cover of the bookLook at the subject of the bookHow many words are on each page?How many pages are there?Look at the layout of the bookAsk yourself if the book is accessible to your childLinks from this episode: Reading with the Littles Facebook page Devon's local library, Harford County Public Library in Harford County, MD The original American Girl book series The complete list of Roald Dahl booksThe complete 8-book Ramona series by Beverly ClearyThe Little House on the Prairie Books by Laura Ingalls WilderGoogle Map street view of the former location of the Monroe County Public Library in Stroudsburg, PA (the  library “mansion” of Susan's  & Devon's childhoods) Yertle the Turtle, the Monroe County Public library mascot (Yes, Yertle is STILL alive!) HooplaOverdriveEpic Reading, a digital library for kids Little Free Library, a nonprofit organization that increases book access for all through a network of volunteer-led free libraries Books on YouTube:  (Search “books,” “children's book,” or search specific titles)Devon refers to the Mary Poppins' Story Hour podcast, but the podcast is actually called Julie's Library, and stars Julie Andrews (who starred in Mary Poppins in 1964) and her daughter, Emma Walton Hamilton reading their favorite children's books. Storyonline, a SAG-AFTRA Foundation, Daytime Emmy-nominated, story website that features celebrated actors reading their favorite children's books. Additional multi-cultural, multilingual book resources that Susan mentioned she would share: Unite for Literacy has developed projects to build home libraries and support families to develop a daily habit of reading. The Spanish Experiment features well-known children's stories translated into Spanish and spoken by a native Spanish speaker. International Children's Digital Library Global Storybooks Portal

Today I talked to Julie Hedlund. Julie is an award-winning children's book author, founder of the 12 x 12 Picture Book Writing Challenge, co-founder of Picture Book Summit, co-creator with Emma Walton Hamilton of the Complete Picture Book Submissions System, and a frequent speaker at industry events such as SCBWI conferences. Mel Rosenberg is a professor of microbiology (Tel Aviv University, emeritus) who fell in love with children's books as a small child and now writes his own. He is also the founder of Ourboox, a web platform that allows anyone to create and share awesome flipbooks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I talked to Julie Hedlund. Julie is an award-winning children's book author, founder of the 12 x 12 Picture Book Writing Challenge, co-founder of Picture Book Summit, co-creator with Emma Walton Hamilton of the Complete Picture Book Submissions System, and a frequent speaker at industry events such as SCBWI conferences. Mel Rosenberg is a professor of microbiology (Tel Aviv University, emeritus) who fell in love with children's books as a small child and now writes his own. He is also the founder of Ourboox, a web platform that allows anyone to create and share awesome flipbooks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/literature

Today I talked to Julie Hedlund. Julie is an award-winning children's book author, founder of the 12 x 12 Picture Book Writing Challenge, co-founder of Picture Book Summit, co-creator with Emma Walton Hamilton of the Complete Picture Book Submissions System, and a frequent speaker at industry events such as SCBWI conferences. Mel Rosenberg is a professor of microbiology (Tel Aviv University, emeritus) who fell in love with children's books as a small child and now writes his own. He is also the founder of Ourboox, a web platform that allows anyone to create and share awesome flipbooks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

EMMA WALTON HAMILTON is a best-selling children's book author, editor, producer, and arts educator. She has co-authored over thirty children's books with her mother, Julie Andrews, seven of which have been on the New York Times best-seller list, including The Very Fairy Princess series (#1 NY Times Bestseller), Julie Andrews' Collection Of Poems, Songs And Lullabies; Julie Andrews' Treasury: Poems and Songs to Celebrate the Seasons; the Dumpy The Dump Truck series; Simeon's Gift; The Great American Mousical and THANKS TO YOU – Wisdom From Mother And Child (#1 New York Times Bestseller). She serves as the Editorial Director for The Julie Andrews Collection publishing program, dedicated to quality books for young readers that nurture the imagination and celebrate a sense of wonder.www.creativeprocess.info

EMMA WALTON HAMILTON is a best-selling children's book author, editor, producer, and arts educator. She has co-authored over thirty children's books with her mother, Julie Andrews, seven of which have been on the New York Times best-seller list, including The Very Fairy Princess series (#1 NY Times Bestseller), Julie Andrews' Collection Of Poems, Songs And Lullabies; Julie Andrews' Treasury: Poems and Songs to Celebrate the Seasons; the Dumpy The Dump Truck series; Simeon's Gift; The Great American Mousical and THANKS TO YOU – Wisdom From Mother And Child (#1 New York Times Bestseller). She serves as the Editorial Director for The Julie Andrews Collection publishing program, dedicated to quality books for young readers that nurture the imagination and celebrate a sense of wonder.www.creativeprocess.info

We review the celebrity book "The Very Fairy Princess Attitude of Gratitude" by Julie Andrews & Emma Walton Hamilton.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Fullbird)

This week we're joined by best-selling author, editor, producer, performer and arts educator Emma Walton Hamilton. Emma is an Emmy-nominated producer and writer and a Grammy award-winning voiceover artist. In partnership with her mother, the talented and legendary Julie Andrews, Emma has co-authored over thirty books, including nine New York Times best-sellers. In this episode, Emma shares her background as a writer and educator, discusses her advocacy work for the arts, and also dives into the projects she's worked on with her mother. Follow Emma's Journey: Website: https://emmawaltonhamilton.com/ Instagram: @julieslibraryshow Listen to Julie's Library: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/julies-library/id1507980417

In this episode, Emma Walton Hamilton talks about the three things you should do before you start submitting, the key components of your query letter, including how to craft your hook and what to include in your bio, query etiquette, and submissions dos and don'ts.

While we're hard at work putting together a brand new season of exciting stories, we're giving you a special treat— an episode of another podcast we think you'll enjoy: "Julie's Library," featuring Julie Andrews and her daughter Emma Walton Hamilton as they share some of their favorite books for kids and families. In this episode, award-winning author Jacqueline Woodson visits the library to read her book "The Day You Begin," which is about feeling different from everyone around you.

In this episode, Picture Book Summit co-founder Emma Walton Hamilton provides some helpful insight on determining whether a manuscript is truly ready for submission. Listen in to avoid some common mistakes that could cause your hard work to be rejected by a publisher.

Episode 27: In this week's podcast, Dan talks with  the legendary Dame Julie Andrews and her daughter Emma Walton Hamilton. The best-selling authors discuss […] Read More

In this episode, Laura Backes and Emma Walton Hamilton team up to give you tips on approaching the first big revision of your first draft. Listen as they dig deep into revision first steps by taking you on a tour of the first act of a fiction picture book and a nonfiction picture book to show what your manuscript needs at the beginning of the story to get started on a firm foundation.

Up next in “Producers' Picks,” Katherine Milsop introduces a segment from October 19, 2020: Julie Andrews joins us along with her daughter, writer and producer Emma Walton Hamilton, to discuss her memoir, Home Work: A Memoir of My Hollywood Years. In this New York Times-bestselling follow-up to her critically acclaimed memoir, Home, Andrews reflects on her astonishing career, including such classics as "Mary Poppins," "The Sound of Music," and "Victor/Victoria."

Julie Andrews and Emma Walton Hamilton discuss family, collaboration, writing, movies, and the creative process on an updated rebroadcast.

"She's probably the most resilient person I know." -- Emma Walton HamiltonFor the holidays, we're revisiting Katie's conversation with Emma Walton Hamilton, daughter of the extraordinary Julie Andrews, about her mom's difficult childhood and her determination to give her own children stability and, above all, constant love.Julie Andrews's two memoirs, Home, and Home Work, are at once heartbreaking and awe-inspiring. While reading the books in preparation for the interview, Katie toggled between listening to Julie's narration, and reading. She was struck by how differently she absorbed the material depending on the medium. That is, when she heard Julie's familiar voice, so thoroughly had she absorbed the calming effect of that voice over the years, she found it hard to feel the darkness of the material.Emma speaks about her mother's innocence, well into adulthood, a true surprise given the effect that parts of her childhood could have had on her.Emma and her mother have written more than 30 children's books together, and they co-host the podcast Julie's Library.Art by Paula ManginMusic by Andrea PerryProducer: Alice HudsonVisit us at: Our Mothers Ourselves Special thanks to Liz Mitchell for permission to use her beautiful rendition of You Are My Sunshine.

What does it actually mean when people talk about a Presidential Cabinet? And who selects who goes into a Presidential Cabinet?

The Governor extends mask requirements and social gathering restrictions to seven new counties while administrators at the state's only Tier I trauma facility express concern over resources. Then, the Trump administration is stonewalling the Biden transition team's ability to receive vital intelligence briefings. We hear from the Chairman of the House Homeland Security Committee. Plus, the University of Southern Miss presents the 2020 Kay B. Kaigler Children's Book Festival.Segment 1:Community transmission of the coronavirus continues to rise in Mississippi. Since Friday, the department of health has reported nearly 3,000 new cases of COVID 19. The weeks-long trend is also adversely affecting hospital capacity as COVID-related hospitalizations and ICU occupancy are also trending up. Yesterday, Governor Tate Reeves cited the rising numbers as he announced the extension of his executive order to seven new counties. Administrators of Mississippi's only Tier I trauma facility are also expressing concern over the rising numbers. LouAnn Woodward is Vice Chancellor of the University of Mississippi Medical Center. She says hospitals are starting to see the second-degree effects of the recent surge in cases. Dr. Alan Jones, Assistant Vice Chancellor for Clinical Affairs at UMMC, says the fall and winter season is always a challenge for hospitals in the greater Jackson area.Segment 2:The 2020 general election was two weeks ago, and former Vice President Joe Biden has projected the winner. Traditionally, the President-elect's transition team would begin working with the outgoing administration to ensure a smooth and peaceful transfer of power. But President Donald Trump is refusing to concede - claiming the election was fraudulent without any substantial evidence - and the White House has been stonewalling the Biden transition team's access to key intelligence briefings. Democrat Bennie Thompson represents Mississippi's second Congressional district and chairs the House Homeland Security Committee. He examines the security of the recent election and explains the procedures needed to protect the homeland during this period of transition. Segment 3:Emma Walton Hamilton is a best-selling and award-winning author, editor, stage and television writer/producer, performer and arts educator. Together with her mother, Julie Andrews, she has co-authored over thirty books for children and adults, nine of which have been on the New York Times best-seller list. This week, she is serving as a speaker at the Kay B. Kaigler Children's Book Festival, hosted by the University of Southern Mississippi. She shares how her childhood household shaped her own creativity. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Julie Andrews joins us along with her daughter, writer and producer Emma Walton Hamilton, to discuss her memoir Home Work: A Memoir of My Hollywood Years, now out in paperback. In this New York Times-bestselling follow-up to her critically acclaimed memoir, Home, Andrews reflects on her astonishing career, including such classics as "Mary Poppins," "The Sound of Music," and "Victor/Victoria."

Julie Andrews and Emma Walton Hamilton share JULIE'S LIBRARY. Julie Andrews is a woman who needs no introduction, so perhaps you’ll humor me as we do this a little differently. You, I’m guessing, have grown up with Julie Andrews. So have I. Her film works alone were staples of my childhood and, in turn, we have shared them with our kids over and over again. Julie has appeared in movies we’ve streamed and she is a face our son readily recognizes when she appears on screen. Her life and career are an inspiration to many, but she is also someone whom my wife has looked to for strength and inspiration throughout her career as a vocalist and music teacher. We quickly binged all of the episodes of Julie’s Greenroom on Netflix as soon as it launched. And now the universe has given me something amazing in common with Julie because Julie Andrews is now a podcast host. Launched in May of 2020, JULIE’S LIBRARY is a brand new podcast from American Public Media with Julie and her daughter, children’s author and educator Emma Walton Hamilton. Julie and Emma invite you into their library to read their favorite children's books. Every story comes to life with sound, music and activities. Authors, kids and other special guests chime in, too! It’s a show that will inspire lively conversations and a lifelong love of reading. You can access even more information about this book and its author by visiting www.matthewcwinner.com/blog. Get a copy of this book and support independent bookstores (and this podcast) by visiting our BookShop Store.   Thank you to this week's sponsor: Bookclub (Patreon) Libro.fm And to the generous support from our Patrons.

"She is probably the most resilient person I know." -- Emma Walton HamiltonThis week, Katie talks with Emma Walton Hamilton, daughter of the extraordinary Julie Andrews, about her mom's difficult childhood and her determination to give her own children stability and, above all, constant love.Julie Andrews's two memoirs, Home, and Home Work, are at once heartbreaking and awe-inspiring. While reading the books in preparation for the interview, Katie toggled between listening to Julie's narration, and reading. She was struck by how differently she absorbed the material depending on the medium. That is, when she heard Julie's familiar voice, so thoroughly had she absorbed the calming effect of that voice over the years, she found it hard to feel the darkness of the material. Emma speaks about her mother's innocence, well into adulthood, a true surprise given the effect that parts of her childhood could have had on her. Emma and her mother have written more than 30 children's books together, and they co-host the podcast Julie's Library.Art by Paula ManginMusic by Andrea PerryProducer: Alice HudsonIntern: Rosie ManockDani Rucker generously supplied the beautiful rendition of You Are My Sunshine. Thank you, Dani!

Julie Andrews made her debut as an actress and singer in London in 1948. She first appeared on Broadway in 1954. But to audiences of all ages around the world, she may be best known as Mary Poppins, or as Maria von Trapp in The Sound of Music. I met her in 2009, aftershe and her daughter Emma Walton Hamilton, had collaborated

Emma has a case of writer’s block - and only a visit to the reading nook can cure it! Julie and Emma read a book they wrote together. Plus, a visit from another mother-daughter writing team: Jane Yolen and Heidi E.Y. Stemple. Submit your Wonderful Words at julieslibraryshow.org/contact. Support the podcast at julieslibraryshow.org/donate.  This episode is sponsored by Sun Basket (sunbasket.com/julie), PayPal (paypal.com) and KiwiCo (kiwico.com/library). Today’s featured books: “Dumpy the Dumptruck” written by Julie Andrews and Emma Walton Hamilton, illustrated by Tony Walton, published by Hyperion Books for Children. Copyright © 2000. Used with the permission of the authors.  “A Kite for Moon” written by Jane Yolen and Heidi E.Y. Stemple, illustrated by Matt Phelan. Copyright © 2019. Used with permission of Zonderkidz, HarperCollins Christian Publishing. All rights reserved.

In today’s episode, we’ll hear an excerpt of Emma Walton Hamilton’s interview with the legendary Jane Yolen at Picture Book Summit. Jane is the award-winning author of over 365 books for children and young adults, including the Caldecott Medal-winning book OWL MOON and the bestselling series HOW DO DINOSAURS SAY GOODNIGHT? In this interview with Jane, she discusses how she manages to be so prolific (she prefers the word “versatile”) and how she finds and develops the unique voice of each of her books. Find out more about this year's Picture Book Summit at picturebooksummit.com.

This week, join Alec and Bridget as we take a little stroll down Memory Lane. June 14 is our last show in this current incarnation, at 11 a.m. on 88.3 WPPB - FM, as next week — drumroll please! — we change over to a new time and new call letters (but same place on your radio dial). Beginning with the June 21 show, we will still be Sundays on the East End with Bridget LeRoy & Alec Sokolow at 88.3 WLIW FM, and we will air on Sunday at 4 PM -- right after Broadway to Main Street and right before the new weekend edition of NPR All Things Considered. This Sunday, we will play a few soundbites of our favorite shows, including our interviews with Sophie B. Hawkins, April Gornik, Julie Andrews and Emma Walton Hamilton, G.E. Smith and Taylor Barton, Bonnie Michelle Cannon of the Bridgehampton Child Care & Recreation Center Inc, and Alec's cool baby brother, producer Sam Sokolow with his better half, Julia Fowler of the Southern Women Channel. Tune in for a fun look back and an exciting look ahead!

Reading, writing, and storytelling can be a creative first aid kit for families stuck at home during the pandemic. But where do you begin if your kid says they don't want to read or write? Today we've got some strategies for making reading and writing exciting. First, we'll hear some games dreamed up by the one and only Julie Andrews. She and her daughter, children's author and educator Emma Walton Hamilton, have started a new project to spark kids' imaginations: It's a podcast we adore called Julie's Library.Then, Sierra Filucci from Common Sense Media joins us to discuss how to get your kid busy reading this summer, even if they're reluctant. Is any reading better than no reading?Plus, a parenting win: We'll hear the story of how a college soccer star turned a kid who hates writing ... into a kid who likes it.After the show:Subscribe to the Julie's Library podcast! On the show, Julie Andrews invites you into her library to read her favorite children's books. Every story comes to life with sound, music, and activities. Need more books without going to the library this summer? Common Sense compiled some resources to help you find some free ebooks from home.Check out more great parenting advice from Common Sense Media's editorial director, Sierra Filucci.And we want to hear your tips and suggestions! Send your questions and tips—especially the strange ones—to parenttrapped@commonsense.org, and we might invite you on the show.Parent Trapped was brought to you by founding sponsor First Republic Bank. To learn more about their services, visit http://firstrepublic.com.

Today’s stories are about the things that make us unique, whether it’s a favorite dress or a special talent. Plus, author Christine Baldacchino tells us how an experience from her life inspired her book. Submit your Wonderful Words at julieslibraryshow.org/contact. Support the podcast at julieslibraryshow.org/donate.  This episode is sponsored by Ivory. Today’s featured books: “Morris Micklewhite and the Tangerine Dress,” written by Christine Baldacchino, illustrated by Isabelle Malenfant. Copyright © 2010. Used with permission of Groundwood Books. All rights reserved.  “The Very Fairy Princess,” written by Julie Andrews and Emma Walton Hamilton, illustrated by Christine Davenier. Copyright © 2010. Used with permission of Little, Brown Books for Young Readers. All rights reserved. 

We're very excited to share an episode of a brand new podcast we've been working on called Julie's Library. It’s hosted by the legendary, the one and only, Julie Andrews. Every week, she and her daughter Emma Walton Hamilton read from their favorite children’s books. The featured book in this episode is Marilyn’s Monster by Michelle Knudsen, and illustrated by Matt Phelan. You can listen to more episodes and subscribe at Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/julies-library-story-time-with-julie-andrews/id1507980417), Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/7l9G5ddvRI3BqLf2WVCOS7), Google Podcasts (http://tiny.cc/wrhrpz), or wherever you usually listen. Find out more at julieslibraryshow.org

Dr. Atul Gawande, surgeon at Brigham and Women's Hospital, talks to Christiane Amanpour about the key steps to safely re-opening the United States and around the world. He delves into the lessons that can be learnt from hospitals as well as how we address mortality during the pandemic. Then – actress Julie Andrews is perhaps the most well-known nanny in the world; her iconic roles in “Mary Poppins” and “The Sound of Music” are cultural cornerstones. Her daughter Emma Walton Hamilton is an arts educator and children's author who she has collaborated with on several books. They speak about working on their new podcast series ‘Julie’s Library’ and why it’s important to release your imagination during lockdown. Finally, our Hari Sreenivasan talks to Guillaume Long, the former Ecuador Minister of Foreign Affairs, about the danger Covid-19 poses to democracy in Latin America. They reflect on the shocking pictures of carboard coffins and bodies left on the side of the streets in the small South American country.

Julie Andrews and Emma Walton Hamilton joined Chris Thile on our May 2 show to introduce their new podcast, Julie’s Library; share some movie recommendations; and chat about what makes them hopeful for the future. Listen to this extended version of the interview and find Julie’s Library wherever you get your podcasts! — Listen to our May 2 show with Sylvan Esso, Watkins Family Hour, Gaby Moreno, Josh Gondelman & more

Welcome to Julie’s Library, where books bring us together. Every week, Julie Andrews and her daughter Emma Walton Hamilton will settle into the reading nook for a new story. Coming April 29.Sign up for the newsletter to receive book recommendations and more: https://bit.ly/2xunhoA

In this special episode of the podcast “Unwrap Your Candies Now,” Ernie Manouse interviews Oscar-winning actor, singer and author, Julie Andrews, along with her daughter, Emma Walton Hamilton. The mother-daughter pair have co-written 32 books, including Andrews’ latest memoir Home Work: A Memoir of My Hollywood Years. This on-stage interview was recorded live at the Fourth Annual Power of Literacy Luncheon hosted by the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation at The Post Oak Hotel on... Read More

She’s an icon of stage and of screen, with one of the most recognized voices in the world. And, no matter where she is in the world, Julie Andrews always brings a little bit of home with her. In this episode, Alan Alda sits down with Julie and her daughter, Emma Walton Hamilton, to talk about how they've learned to collaborate as writing partners and how Julie has worked tirelessly throughout her career to make sure home and family never got lost in the work. As she says, it's never been easy to combine home and work together, but imagination, playfulness, and determination can help keep the feelings of home — warmth, safety, and understanding — with you throughout your life. Support the show.

Fairy princesses can get dirty and have scabby knees! Join us as we learn about a little girl with a great imagination. The Very Fairy Princess is written by Julie Andrews and Emma Walton Hamilton, illustrated by Christine Davenier. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mysticriverreading/message

Julie Andrews has a new book called "Home Work: A Memoir of My Hollywood Years." Andrews co-wrote it with Emma Walton Hamilton, her daughter. Diane talks with both of them.

In this follow-up to her critically acclaimed memoir, Home, Julie Andrews shares reflections on her astonishing career, including such classics as Mary Poppins, The Sound of Music, and Victor/Victoria. This event is moderated by Eric Schmidt. Get the book here: https://goo.gle/31CbuNU  In Home, the number one New York Times international bestseller, Julie Andrews recounted her difficult childhood and her emergence as an acclaimed singer and performer on the stage. With this second memoir, Home Work: A Memoir of My Hollywood Years, Andrews picks up the story with her arrival in Hollywood and her phenomenal rise to fame in her earliest films--Mary Poppins and The Sound of Music. Andrews describes her years in the film industry -- from the incredible highs to the challenging lows. Not only does she discuss her work in now-classic films and her collaborations with giants of cinema and television, she also unveils her personal story of adjusting to a new and often daunting world, dealing with the demands of unimaginable success, being a new mother, the end of her first marriage, embracing two stepchildren, adopting two more children, and falling in love with the brilliant and mercurial Blake Edwards. The pair worked together in numerous films, including Victor/Victoria, the gender-bending comedy that garnered multiple Oscar nominations. Cowritten with her daughter, Emma Walton Hamilton, and told with Andrews's trademark charm and candor, Home Work takes us on a rare and intimate journey into an extraordinary life that is funny, heartrending, and inspiring. Visit http://g.co/TalksAtGoogle/JulieAndrewsHomeWork to watch the video.

In her own words and with her own voice, Julie Andrews shares tales from her life in Hollywood and on Broadway. Listeners get insights into the making of THE SOUND OF MUSIC, MARY POPPINS, and Andrews’s astronomical rise to stardom.  Find more audiobook recommendations at audiofilemagazine.com. For more free audiobook recommendations, sign up for AudioFile Magazine’s newsletter. Support for Behind the Mic with AudioFile Magazine comes from GraphicAudio, A Movie In Your Mind. Celebrating 15 Years of Immersive Audio Entertainment featuring A Full Cast and Imaginative Sound Scapes with new series such as Brandon Sanderson's White Sand, Vault Comics Wasted Space, Ordinary Magic, and over 1,250 more full cast titles available only at www.GraphicAudio.net. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

INTERVIEW WITH EMMA WALTON HAMILTON Emma Walton Hamilton is a best-selling children’s book author, editor, and writing coach.  With her mother, actress/author Julie Andrews, Emma has co-authored over thirty children’s books, nine of which have been on the NY Times Bestseller list, including The Very Fairy Princess series. She is Director of the Children’s Lit Fellows program at Stony Brook University. She served as the Editorial Director for the Julie Andrews Collection imprint at Harper Collins for six years. So, she's seen submissions from both sides of the desk. We talk about: • What are common mistakes new writers make when submitting? • How do you find the right place to submit to? • Do all writers need an agent? • How do you get an agent? • Do any houses accept unsolicited at this point? Get a FREE peek into Writers' Block here: http://instituteforwriters.com/freewritersblock

Legendary actress and singer Julie Andrews, with her daughter Emma Walton Hamilton, join Joan Hamburg to reminisce about her extraordinary life in her new book Home Work: A Memoir of My Hollywood Years. 

Legendary actress and singer Julie Andrews, with her daughter Emma Walton Hamilton, join Joan Hamburg to reminisce about her extraordinary life in her new book Home Work: A Memoir of My Hollywood Years. 

We're joined on this episode of the B&N podcast by Julie Andrews and her daughter and co-author Emma Walton Hamilton, for a conversation about Home Work: A Memoir of My Hollywood Years. Julie Andrews is the sort of guest for whom the phrase "needs no introduction" was invented, but here's one thing worth mentioning at the start: if you didn't know that the singer, actor and Academy Award-winning star of Mary Poppins, The Sound of Music, Victor/Victoria and many other films was also the author of an absolutely wonderful memoir of growing up singing and traveling the vaudeville circuit in postwar Britain, do yourself a favor and go and get her 2008 memoir Home. But in the meantime, you can savor the wealth of stories in Home Work, which brings us in just as Andrews, a young mother and stage star, arrives in Hollywood, ready to start her career in movies with Walt Disney and Mary Poppins. It's a scintillating story that unfolds not just Andrews' fascinating career and often tumultuous family life, but a keen observer's inside view of moviemaking on some cinematically legendary sets. B&N's Bill Tipper had the chance to speak with Julie Andrews and Emma Walton Hamilton together via phone, and he wanted to know what it was like to work both as mother and daughter, and co-authors of this splendid true story.

Click here to buy: https://adbl.co/33KaXvM In this follow-up to her critically acclaimed and bestselling memoir Home, the enchanting Julie Andrews picks up her story with her arrival in Hollywood, sharing the career highlights, personal experiences and reflections behind her astonishing career, including such classics as Mary Poppins, The Sound of Music, Victor/Victoria and many others. In Home, Julie Andrews recounted her difficult childhood and her emergence as an acclaimed singer and performer on the stage. In her new memoir, Julie picks up the story with her arrival in Hollywood and her astonishing rise to fame as two of her early films -Mary Poppins and The Sound of Music- brought her instant and enormous success, including an Oscar. It was the beginning of a career that would make Julie Andrews an icon to millions the world over. In Home Work, Julie describes her years in Hollywood - from the incredible highs to the challenging lows. Not only does she detail her work in now-classic films and her collaborations with giants of cinema and television; she also unveils her personal story of adjusting to a new and often daunting world, dealing with the demands of unimaginable success, being a new mother, moving on from her first marriage, embracing two stepchildren, adopting two more children, and falling in love with the brilliant and mercurial Blake Edwards. The pair worked together in numerous films, culminating in Victor/Victoria, the gender-bending comedy that garnered multiple Oscar nominations. Told with her trademark charm and candour, Julie Andrews takes us on a rare and intimate journey into an astonishing life that is funny, heartbreaking and inspiring.

EMMA WALTON HAMILTON is a best-selling children's book author, editor, producer, and arts educator. She has co-authored over thirty children's books with her mother, Julie Andrews, seven of which have been on the New York Times best-seller list, including The Very Fairy Princess series (#1 NY Times Bestseller), Julie Andrews' Collection Of Poems, Songs And Lullabies; Julie Andrews' Treasury: Poems and Songs to Celebrate the Seasons; the Dumpy The Dump Truck series; Simeon's Gift; The Great American Mousical and THANKS TO YOU – Wisdom From Mother And Child (#1 New York Times Bestseller). She serves as the Editorial Director for The Julie Andrews Collection publishing program, dedicated to quality books for young readers that nurture the imagination and celebrate a sense of wonder. www.creativeprocess.info

EMMA WALTON HAMILTON is a best-selling children's book author, editor, producer, and arts educator. She has co-authored over thirty children's books with her mother, Julie Andrews, seven of which have been on the New York Times best-seller list, including The Very Fairy Princess series (#1 NY Times Bestseller), Julie Andrews' Collection Of Poems, Songs And Lullabies; Julie Andrews' Treasury: Poems and Songs to Celebrate the Seasons; the Dumpy The Dump Truck series; Simeon's Gift; The Great American Mousical and THANKS TO YOU – Wisdom From Mother And Child (#1 New York Times Bestseller). She serves as the Editorial Director for The Julie Andrews Collection publishing program, dedicated to quality books for young readers that nurture the imagination and celebrate a sense of wonder. www.creativeprocess.info

Emma Walton Hamilton discusses her essay "Where the Women Are: Tough Questions About the Gender Disparities in Children's Publishing"  with Alvina Ling.

Emma Walton Hamilton shares her essay, “Where the Women Are: Tough Questions About the Gender Disparities in Children's Publishing."

EMMA WALTON HAMILTON is a best-selling children's book author, editor, producer, and arts educator. She has co-authored over thirty children's books with her mother, Julie Andrews, seven of which have been on the New York Times best-seller list, including The Very Fairy Princess series (#1 NY Times Bestseller), Julie Andrews' Collection Of Poems, Songs And Lullabies; Julie Andrews' Treasury: Poems and Songs to Celebrate the Seasons; the Dumpy The Dump Truck series; Simeon's Gift; The Great American Mousical and THANKS TO YOU – Wisdom From Mother And Child (#1 New York Times Bestseller). She serves as the Editorial Director for The Julie Andrews Collection publishing program, dedicated to quality books for young readers that nurture the imagination and celebrate a sense of wonder.www.creativeprocess.info

EMMA WALTON HAMILTON is a best-selling children's book author, editor, producer, and arts educator. She has co-authored over thirty children's books with her mother, Julie Andrews, seven of which have been on the New York Times best-seller list, including The Very Fairy Princess series (#1 NY Times Bestseller), Julie Andrews' Collection Of Poems, Songs And Lullabies; Julie Andrews' Treasury: Poems and Songs to Celebrate the Seasons; the Dumpy The Dump Truck series; Simeon's Gift; The Great American Mousical and THANKS TO YOU – Wisdom From Mother And Child (#1 New York Times Bestseller). She serves as the Editorial Director for The Julie Andrews Collection publishing program, dedicated to quality books for young readers that nurture the imagination and celebrate a sense of wonder.www.creativeprocess.info

Julie Andrews and Emma Walton Hamilton. The iconic actress and her daughter, who have written over 30 books together, discuss life, writing, celebrity, and what it's like to collaborate as a mother and daughter.

Emma Walton Hamilton, producer of Julie Andrew’s new Netflix children’s program, “Julie’s Greenroom” joins Faith to discuss the impact of arts on kids with psychologists Prof. Vanessa Lobue from Rutgers, and Prof. Natalie Brito of NYU.

From Broadway to Hollywood, from England to Los Angeles, is there a bigger showbiz icon than Dame Julie Andrews? She's won a Tony, a Grammy, and an Academy Award. She and her daughter, Emma Walton Hamilton, have written over 30 books together. Now the pair have teamed up with The Jim Henson Company for the new Netflix hit, Julie's Greenroom. Check out my interview with this amazing mother-daughter team on Episode 66: Julie Andrews & Emma Walton Hamilton. In one of the most surreal moments of my life, I had the amazing opportunity to chat with Julie Andrews & her daughter Emma Walton Hamilton. I had the chance to talk to them about their new Netflix show, Julie's Greenroom, the books they've written together, Mary Poppins (of course!) and more!

Julie Andrews, Disney Cruises, and a Skywalking Soundtrack?? This episode is chock full of announcements in an Expanded Edition of Things We Want To Share!   Skywalker Lori Lezotte joins us to tell her Skywalker Story. But before we get into that, we announce last week's Seen Unseen Giveaway WINNER! Who won this beautiful set of books by author Russell Flores? Things We Want To Share, Expanded Edition Julie Andrews will star in Netflix Original series “Julie's Greenroom” for preschool kids! Not only will this star Julie Andrews, but it is co-created by Julie and her daughter, Emma Walton Hamilton. The entire show is promoting the performing arts, which Sarah can really get behind. The Force Awakens has finally left the theaters, but it has left an indelible mark on the history of movies. Skywalking Disney Cruise! We are teaming up with Randy Crane of Stories Of The Magic podcast for an epic listener cruise, and y'all are invited!  We'll be sailing on the Disney Wonder out of San Diego for a 5-night Baja Mexico cruise September 17-22, 2017! We'll be able to dine together, do a port adventure together in one of the ports, and even do some fun hangouts like a live podcast recording and meet-up, a “Faith and the Magic Kingdom” chat by Randy, and more–all optional and all family friendly, of course! Participate in as many or as few of the group activities as you want to. And the more people we have in our group, the more options we'll have to do cool things! Luckily, Randy Crane is helping us plan all of this, as he is also a Authorized Disney Vacation Planner. Go to storiesofthemagic.com/cruisequote and click on the orange "Get a Quote" button in the upper left to get a free, no obligation quote. You're not committing to anything, just getting information with that request. In the Comments section mention "Skywalking Through Neverland" so he knows you want to be part of our group. Or if you prefer, email him at randyc@cruisingco.com. There is one more Special Announcement tease on this episode, and it may have something to do with Rob Dehlinger, our John Williams of podcasting. We have a Facebook Group! If you want to connect with other Skywalkers and share in positive discussion, this is the place.   And remember...Never Land On Alderaan!

Julie Andrews, Disney Cruises, and a Skywalking Soundtrack?? This episode is chock full of announcements in an Expanded Edition of Things We Want To Share!   Skywalker Lori Lezotte joins us to tell her Skywalker Story. But before we get into that, we announce last week’s Seen Unseen Giveaway WINNER! Who won this beautiful set of books by author Russell Flores? Things We Want To Share, Expanded Edition Julie Andrews will star in Netflix Original series “Julie’s Greenroom” for preschool kids! Not only will this star Julie Andrews, but it is co-created by Julie and her daughter, Emma Walton Hamilton. The entire show is promoting the performing arts, which Sarah can really get behind. The Force Awakens has finally left the theaters, but it has left an indelible mark on the history of movies. Skywalking Disney Cruise! We are teaming up with Randy Crane of Stories Of The Magic podcast for an epic listener cruise, and y’all are invited!  We’ll be sailing on the Disney Wonder out of San Diego for a 5-night Baja Mexico cruise September 17-22, 2017! We’ll be able to dine together, do a port adventure together in one of the ports, and even do some fun hangouts like a live podcast recording and meet-up, a “Faith and the Magic Kingdom” chat by Randy, and more–all optional and all family friendly, of course! Participate in as many or as few of the group activities as you want to. And the more people we have in our group, the more options we’ll have to do cool things! Luckily, Randy Crane is helping us plan all of this, as he is also a Authorized Disney Vacation Planner. Go to storiesofthemagic.com/cruisequote and click on the orange "Get a Quote" button in the upper left to get a free, no obligation quote. You're not committing to anything, just getting information with that request. In the Comments section mention "Skywalking Through Neverland" so he knows you want to be part of our group. Or if you prefer, email him at randyc@cruisingco.com. There is one more Special Announcement tease on this episode, and it may have something to do with Rob Dehlinger, our John Williams of podcasting. We have a Facebook Group! If you want to connect with other Skywalkers and share in positive discussion, this is the place.   And remember...Never Land On Alderaan!

Brain Burps About Books Podcast #244 How to Get Author School Visits Tips for getting author visits & what to do when you get there Announcements Just a quick note to let you know that I’m starting a new podcast soon called Writing for Children (if I haven’t already started by the time you hear this). Want to know more? It’s going to be pretty awesome and very different from this show. Go to writingforchildren.com to learn more. If you liked this episode, please review it on iTunes by doing this: 1. Open the show's page in iTunes store here. 2. Click on the "View in iTunes" button under the logo. 3. You will see the list of episodes. Scroll past them to "Customer Reviews" and "Write a Review" is right under that. Thank you. Enter the Institute for Writer's PreK Writing Contest! There will be $1300 in prizes awarded and you could win. For all the details visit www.instituteforwriters.com/prekcontest or text PREKCONTEST to 33444. Submit your manuscript before October 31st for a chance to win. Do you like the podcast? Want your questions answered on air? Want to make suggestions on future episodes? Come join the Brain Burps About Books Facebook Group HERE. Still time to get in to my next live class where I can show you how to build your audience and I personally critique and offer advice how to improve your website, newsletter and freebies. Want more details? Sign up at  getyourfirst1000followers.com. This week we're talking about school visits and what to do when you book them Find Expert advice from Alexis O'Neill  at www.schoolvisitexperts.com. Emma Walton Hamilton created a useful resource called School Visit Wizard. Do you need a promo video and what should be in it? What should you include on your site? What if something happens while presenting? What kind of visit will you do and for how many kids? What ages? How do you get visit invitations? What should you include in your visit packet? Great sites to visits for samples of what author visit pages: School Visit Experts: http://schoolvisitexperts.com/ Carolyn Crimi: http://carolyncrimi.com/pages/school.html Lee Wardlaw: http://www.leewardlaw.com/presentation.htm My adult presentation page: http://katiedavis.com/appearances My author visit page: http://katiedavis.com/author-visits/

Listener Mailbag: Part 2 Announcements I have a listener Exclusive for you! Get Your First 1000 Followers is my new LIVE class coming this Fall for those who want that intro to business for writers. Grab your spot before July 31st and get $50 off with code PODCAST50. Just for my podcast peeps! Click HERE to check it out. Want to hear your question on a future episode of Brain Burps About Books? Ask your question at www.speakpipe.com/KatieDavis. Do you enjoy our Brain Burps About Books guests? Do you have questions about their interviews? Come join the Brain Burps About Books Facebook Group and interact with them (the week the episode airs)! Click HERE to join. Picture Book Summit is coming October 3rd! Are you writing picture books? If so, this conference can really help you, and you can attend in your PJs: Picture Book Summit is a LIVE one day online picture book writing conference! Featuring such folks as Peter Brown, Mac Barnett, Andrea Davis Pinkney, Laura Backes, Emma Walton Hamilton, Julie Hedlund, and me. It takes place on October 3rd and it’s going to ROCK. No travel hassles!The organizers are Institute of Children's Literature, Children's Book Insider,12x12 Picture Book Challenge, and Just Write For Kids. Also, a portion of all proceeds will go to benefit We Need Diverse Books. Early Bird registration is going on now (hundreds of people have registered and spots are filling fast). Reserve your spot at this online event to hear our fabulous keynote speakers, as listed above (Peter Brown, Andrea Pinkney, and Mac Barnett). Plus, we'll have sessions with agents, editors and more. You can find all the details at www.picturebooksummit.com. This week I'm answering more questions from the good ole' mailbag! Tune in to hear the answer to these burning writer questions: What are Twitter lists and what can I use them for? There are SO many things to do – build a website, start an email list, be active on social media. I’m overwhelmed and suffering from “analysis paralysis”. What should I do? If you could do this again from scratch....what is one marketing move you would do again and what one marketing move would you not do again. What is the best way to market your book when you are on a shoestring budget? As someone who doesn't crave the spotlight, I wonder how to get over that dislike of the limelight and peddling my own wares. Are there effective ways for wallflowers to promote their books too? Resources mentioned in this episode Twitter lists explained How to use Twitter lists Forbes article on multi-tasking Ideas for your Twitter lists:-Directory of media contacts -Going to a conference? SCBWI? Picture Book Summit? Make a list! -Create a list that will help your peeps -Potential podcast guests -Writers you want to read -People you want to write about -People in your tribe you want to acknowledge

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