Podcast appearances and mentions of katherine applegate

Welcome back to the AppleGrant Book Club, where we discuss “The One and Only Ivan” movie based on the book by Katherine Applegate!  In this episode, Kaycie says drawing hands is hard, Alex loves sealions with anxiety, Tim is upset that artist renderings of krakens include beaks, and we all realize the big chicken is the North star of the South.  Join us each month on the first and the fifteenth for new episodes of Animorphs Anonymous / AppleGrant Book Club!

Dica Literária da Gabi com Árvore dos Desejos, de Katherine Applegate: uma fábula sobre empatia, amizade e respeito às diferenças. Monica fala sobre as tempestades em Portugal , Débora traz reciclagem de vasilhames, frio e clima de São Valentim, Roberta comenta as manifestações em apoio ao presidente Petr Pavel, Rejane explica a proibição de redes sociais para menores de 16 anos em Espanha. Novidades com Jaime, Jingle novo, lindoooo, em primeira mão. Bate-papo descontraído com Rainier e Valdênio. Sextou – Rádio FolhaPE 96,7 Vem sextar com a gente!

New York Times best-selling author Don Martin joins me on the podcast for a wonderful episode full of laughs, learning, and beautiful words. We kick things off by talking about his podcast, Head on Fire. Don talks about how and why he started it, and what you can expect to find by listening or watching his episodes. He interviews experts in overlooked fields, searching for answers to life's biggest and smallest questions. From there, we talk about some of his early fandom influences. From the X-Men, to a focus on the Animorphs series by Katherine Applegate. We discuss how his time spent with family in West Virginia and the history and stories that come out of Appalachia formed the foundations for his future work. Don then talks about how he started writing poetry when he was 10-12.  Under the guidance of his uncle as his poetry & writing mentor, Don continued to develop and hone his craft. If you haven't found a poet you like, Don says you just haven't found the right one and recommends a number of poets and poetry to read. Link are at the end of the show notes. Then we talk about Don's novel, Verity Vox and The Curse of Foxfire. As mentioned previously, Don talks about how the idea for the novel started with a real town and story in West Virginia. From there, Verity Vox can be described as Kiki's Delivery Service meets Old Gods of Appalachia. We talk spoiler free about the book, and Don talks about how he infused the book's town and characters with his personal history with West Virginia and the family that resides there. We also talk about what's coming next for his work, and some projects that we hinted at are out now, including Hexes and Heroes. You can find Don at:  https://bydonmartin.com/ https://www.instagram.com/bydonmartin/ https://www.threads.com/@bydonmartin Verity Vox and The Curse of Foxfire - https://amzn.to/4qf4FNL Don Martin's catalog on Amazon - https://amzn.to/3M1hixS You can find Hexes and Heroes at: https://www.youtube.com/@hexesnheroes You can find Head on Fire Podcast at:  https://www.youtube.com/@HeadOnFirePod Don's Poetry Recommendations Include: Clint Smith - Above Ground - https://amzn.to/4t6Tvgx Andrea Gibson - Lord of the Butterflies - https://amzn.to/3NPX62t Franny Choi - https://amzn.to/3Ogjzps Maggie Smith - Good Bones - https://amzn.to/49RmPjI Maggie Smith - The Well Speaks Of Its Own Poison - https://amzn.to/3M1gmJS Staceyann Chin - https://amzn.to/49YGVak Beau Sia - https://amzn.to/4ann5qN Taylor Mali - https://amzn.to/4ann5qN Saul Williams - https://amzn.to/4ar4OsD Danez Smith - https://amzn.to/3NRul5G Morgan Parker - Other People's Comfort Keeps Me Up At Night - https://amzn.to/4kcF0DX Maya Popa - Wound Is the Origin of Wonder - https://amzn.to/3LPgj3Q

Welcome back to the AppleGrant Book Club, where we discuss “The One and Only Family” by Katherine Applegate! In this episode, Kaycie talks about the freezing point of dog poop, Alex weighs the pros and cons of salt vs sand, Tim is a cadaver enthusiast, and we all thought Ivan's gorilla wife was done for. Join us each month on the first and the fifteenth for new episodes of Animorphs Anonymous / AppleGrant Book Club!  

Welcome back to the AppleGrant Book Club, where we discuss “The One and Only Ruby” by Katherine Applegate! In this episode, Kaycie talks about Gideon the Ninth, Tim talks about Dungeon Crawler Carl,  Alex talks about the Andalite Chronicles, and we all try to come up with a PSA.  Join us each month on the first and the fifteenth for new episodes of Animorphs Anonymous / AppleGrant Book Club!

In this conversation, John Schu, a children's librarian and author, shares his journey as a reader and writer, emphasizing the importance of connection in storytelling. He discusses his latest book, Louder Than Hunger, which tackles themes of mental health and the healing power of art and music. Schu reflects on his influences, including Kate DiCamillo, Katherine Applegate, and broadway actor Idina Menzel, and offers valuable advice for aspiring writers, highlighting the significance of reading and self-compassion in the creative process.Speculative Fiction Writing Made Simple: Write, Edit, and Publish Your Debut NovelMost writing podcasts just inspire. This one teaches the craft skills that hook readers.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyFor bonus content and info on upcoming episodes, subscribe to the Middle Grade Matters newsletter here: Newsletter, and follow us on Instagram, Threads, and Twitter.I love audiobooks! If you do, too, consider switching to Libro.fm, a platform that supports indy bookstores.If you're enjoying this podcast, please leave a rating and review (thank you!).

Luanna Bernardes fala sobre Árvore dos Desejos, lançamento da escritora Katherine Applegate pela Editora Intrínseca.

Welcome back to the AppleGrant Book Club, where we discuss “The One and Only Bob” by Katherine Applegate! In this episode, Kaycie explains how "The Lonely Goatherd" is not arousing, Alex has some thoughts about conservation, Tim would go to a donut shop after a hurricane, and we all loved Bob. Join us each month on the first and the fifteenth for new episodes of Animorphs Anonymous / AppleGrant Book Club!

Welcome back to the AppleGrant Book Club, where we discuss The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate! In this episode, Kaycie is worried that wild ghost don't throw pottery, Tim continues his rediscovery of Captain Power, Alex smacked Tim the first time she met him, and we decide that Kaycie and Tim are starting the Captain Power Power Hour. Join us each month on the first and the fifteenth for new episodes of Animorphs Anonymous / AppleGrant Book Club!

Welcome back to the AppleGrant Book Club, where we discuss Pocket Bear by Katherine Applegate! In this episode, Kaycie gets very emotional about cats, Tim brings us around to Twilight again, Alex gets really upset about Small Soldiers, and we all start gushing over Katherine. Join us each month on the first and the fifteenth for new episodes of Animorphs Anonymous / AppleGrant Book Club!

In this episode of the Book Fair Podcast, Anthony delves into the critical themes of representation in media, the implications of Florida's decision to end vaccine mandates, the ongoing issue of book bans and censorship in education, and the positive impact of cell phone bans on library usage. The conversation emphasizes the importance of authentic representation in children's literature and highlights new releases that showcase diverse voices.New Releases:Dear Jackie by Jessixa Bagley, illus. by Aaron BagleyA Method for Magic and Misfortune by Craig Kofi FarmerPocket Bear by Katherine Applegate, illus. by Charles SantosoSplit the Sky by Marie ArnoldLet's Get Together by Brandy ColbertChapters00:00 The Importance of Representation in Media03:40 Implicit vs. Explicit Representation08:41 The Challenges of LGBTQ+ Representation11:22 The Negative Side of Representation12:03 Diversity in Children's Literature13:01 New Releases and Recommendations22:19 Florida's Vaccine Mandate Controversy25:09 Book Bans in Canada: A Cautionary Tale28:04 Cell Phone Bans and Library Usage Surge

In this episode of the Book Fair Podcast, Anthony delves into the critical themes of representation in media, the implications of Florida's decision to end vaccine mandates, the ongoing issue of book bans and censorship in education, and the positive impact of cell phone bans on library usage. The conversation emphasizes the importance of authentic representation in children's literature and highlights new releases that showcase diverse voices.New Releases:Dear Jackie by Jessixa Bagley, illus. by Aaron BagleyA Method for Magic and Misfortune by Craig Kofi FarmerPocket Bear by Katherine Applegate, illus. by Charles SantosoSplit the Sky by Marie ArnoldLet's Get Together by Brandy ColbertChapters00:00 The Importance of Representation in Media03:40 Implicit vs. Explicit Representation08:41 The Challenges of LGBTQ+ Representation11:22 The Negative Side of Representation12:03 Diversity in Children's Literature13:01 New Releases and Recommendations22:19 Florida's Vaccine Mandate Controversy25:09 Book Bans in Canada: A Cautionary Tale28:04 Cell Phone Bans and Library Usage Surge

Recording of Off the Shelf Radio Show from WDLR with co-hosts Nicole Fowles and Molly Meyers-Labadie with guest, Amanda Sheterom, DCDL Human Resources Coordinator! This week we chat about the upcoming job fairs happening on June 11th, 13th and 16th! And, of course, what we're reading!!  Recommendations include The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett, Odder: An Otter's Story by Katherine Applegate, and The Taster by V.S. Alexander. Read more about today's episode here.  Listen live every Friday morning at 9 AM https://wdlrradio.com/program-schedule/off-the-shelf/  This episode originally aired on May 23, 2025.

Send us a textWhat's better than a novel in verse about a wild sea otter rescued by the Monterray Aquarium? A beautiful picture book that tells that otter's story! Award winning author Katherine Applegate returns to chat all things otter, as we explore environmental themes in her magical Odder: An Otter's Story, illustrated by Charles Santoso. We also offer some fun ideas for bringing the book to life in early childhood and elementary classrooms.Katherine is the 2025 Summer Reading Champion for the Collaborative Summer Library Program. This summer (from June 1-July 31), budding storytellers ages 8-12 are invited to enter the Color Our World Writing Contest. The grand prize winner receives a virtual writing workshop with Katherine, signed copies of Willodeen, Crenshaw, Odder, and Wishtree, and $500 of books for readers ages 8-12 from Macmillan Children's Publishing Group.Katherine also gives us a sneak peek into her upcoming middle grade novel, Pocket Bear, a magical tale of mascot bears, love and second chances, and Ukranian refugees. And we discover that my youngest daughter is an arctophile.Chapters:01:03: Odder: An Otter's Story  12:02: Collaborative Summer Library Program14:28: Pocket Bear, the power of second chances, and what it is to be an arctophile21:38: Book Tours and celebrating the magic of connecting with booksLinks:Educational resources on Katherine's websiteConnect on Instagram, Facebook, and BlueskyKatherine's previous podcasts: Episode 51 &  Episode 83Support 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.

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.

In which Voldemort kills himself. Email us at restrictedsectionpod@gmail.com to tell us what you thought of The Flaw in the Plan or even what you think of us! We'd love to read your email on the show. Be sure to subscribe to know right away about new episodes, and rate and review! SUPPORT US ON OUR PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/therestrictedsection THANK YOU LOVE YOU BUY OUR MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/user/restricted-section-podcast THANK YOU LOVE YOU IG: https://www.instagram.com/restrictedsectionpod/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/rspoddetentioncrew/   Check out our other amazing Deus Ex Media podcasts! www.deusexmedia.org   This episode featured: Mats! Mats plugged doing something that brings you comfort and joy, like watching cheesy Christmas movies! Christina Kann https://linktr.ee/christinakann Christina plugged Bury Your Gays by Chuck Tingle https://bookshop.org/a/97181/9781250874658 Haley Simpkiss Haley plugged Animorphs by Katherine Applegate https://katherineapplegate.com/

In this episode of Kids' ReadRadio, Jessica makes the BIG announcement you've all been waiting for: the 2024–2025 Reading Link Challenge book list! She introduces listeners to the main characters of each book and the stories you're about to fall in love with. Ready, set, read! The books are: 1. Accidental Trouble Magnet by Zanib Mian 2. The City of Ember by Jeanne DuPrau 3. Dogtown by Katherine Applegate and Gennifer Choldenko 4. Mortimer: Rat Race to Space by Joan Marie Galat 5. The Silver Arrow by Lev Grossman 6. A Rover's Story by Jasmine Warga The Reading Link Challenge competition is a partnership between local schools and public libraries that promotes a lifelong love of reading for children in Grades 4 and 5. In this award-winning program, students work in teams to read books and answer questions in a quiz-show format, earning points and advancing through four levels of friendly competition. https://readinglinkchallenge.ca/index.html

In this week's episode of Pages n' Pages, we talk about our new plans for the podcast and books we're currently reading and loving. We're switching to every other week with our podcast. We've been releasing an episode every single week for almost three years and we need a little change. Life is chaotic and changing! But we're not going anywhere! Let us know what you're reading and loving right now. What We've Read and What We Are Reading: Slow Dance by Rainbow Rowell. Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for an advanced copy i exchange for an honest review.  Middle of the Night by Riley Sager  The Women by Kristin Hannah Odder by Katherine Applegate and narrated by : Alison Fraser, Yuuki Luna, Angel Pean, Nancy Wu, Amanda Carlin, Adenrele Ojo, full cast How to be Eaten by Maria Adelmann and narrated by Lauren Ezzo  Additional Mentions:  House of Flame and Shadow by Sarah J Maas Bride by Ali Hazelwood Undermining of Twyla and Frank by Megan Bannen  Mislaid in Parts Half-Known by Seanan McQuire Kulti by Mariana Zapata  One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig None of This is True by Lisa Jewel Butcher and Blackbird by Brynn Weaver  Matrix by Lauren Groff Goodbye Earl by Leesa Cross-Smith A Love Song for Ricki Wilde by Tia Williams Mickey 7 by  In My Dreams I Hold a Knife Wolfsong Somewhere Beyond the Sea The Pairing by Casey McQuiston

On this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: utilizing AI and getting back into the library swing of things Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: our most huggable books The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site) .  .  .  .  .  1:29 - Our Bookish Moments of the Week 4:01 - Lake Travis Community Library 5:52 - Life After Life by Kate Atkinson 7:01 - Our Current Reads 7:22 - The Surviving Sky by Kritika H. Rao (Kaytee) 7:35 - The King's English Bookshop 9:28 - The Change by Kirsten Miller 10:21 - The Unrelenting Earth by Kritika H. Rao 11:15 - The Eye of the World by Robert Jordan (Meredith) 13:00 - @thewilltoread on Instagram 15:54 - The Stand by Stephen King 17:13 - Bite by Bite by Aimee Nezhukumatathil (Kaytee) 19:14 - World of Wonders by Aimee Nezhukamatathil 21:25 - The Last Time I Lied by Riley Sager (Meredith) 22:35 - Final Girls by Riley Sager 24:37 - Currently Reading Patreon 25:22 - Faebound by Saara El-Arifi (Kaytee) 25:32 - The Other Boleyn Girl by Phillipa Gregory 29:16 - Fairyloot 31:26 - We Used to Live Here by Marcus Kliewer (Meredith) 35:31 - @booktalketc on Instagram 35:32 - Book Talk, Etc podcast 37:32 - Deep Dive: Our Most Huggable Books 38:28 - All The Only People by Mike Gayle 38:29 - A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman 38:30 - The Storied Life of AJ Fikry by Gabrielle Zevin 39:12 - Sipsworth by Simon Van Booey 39:25 - The Shell Seekers by Rosamunde Pilcher 39:51 - The War that Saved My Life by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley 40:05 - The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate 40:36 - The Remarkable Journey of Coyote Sunrise by Dan Gemeinhart 40:38 - Charlotte's Web by E.B White 41:18 - The Eye of the World by Robert Jordan 41:28 - The Eighth Life by Nino Haratischvili 41:53 - Babel by R.F. Kuang 42:35 - A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara 42:29 - Hamnet by Maggie O'Farrell 42:56 - A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles 43:28 - Echo by Pam Munoz Ryan 43:56 - Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir 44:14 - Lily and the Octopus by Steven Rowley 45:06 - We Begin at the End by Chris Whitaker 45:19 - The Covenant of Water by Abraham Verghese 45:46 - All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker 46:03 - Happy Place by Emily Henry 46:29 - Fates and Furies by Lauren Groff 46:32 - Matrix by Lauren Groff 48:48 - Meet Us At The Fountain 48:55 - I wish that we always live in a world where women are celebrated (Kaytee) 56:37 - I wish everyone would try a book flight (Meredith) Support Us: Become a Bookish Friend | Grab Some Merch Shop Bookshop dot org | Shop Amazon Bookish Friends Receive: The Indie Press List with a curated list of five books hand sold by the indie of the month. August's IPL comes to us from The King's English Bookshop in Utah! Love and Chili Peppers with Kaytee and Rebekah - romance lovers get their due with this special episode focused entirely on the best selling genre fiction in the business.  All Things Murderful with Meredith and Elizabeth - special content for the scary-lovers, brought to you with the behind-the-scenes insights of an independent bookseller From the Editor's Desk with Kaytee and Bunmi Ishola - a quarterly peek behind the curtain at the publishing industry The Bookish Friends Facebook Group - where you can build community with bookish friends from around the globe as well as our hosts Connect With Us: The Show: Instagram | Website | Email | Threads The Hosts and Regulars: Meredith | Kaytee | Mary | Roxanna Production and Editing: Megan Phouthavong Evans Affiliate Disclosure: All affiliate links go to Bookshop unless otherwise noted. Shopping here helps keep the lights on and benefits indie bookstores. Thanks for your support!

If you listen closely, you can hear Shani's brain melt out of her ears.Theme music by Benedict Kupstas of Field Guides, graphics and logo by Turning Pages Designs.You can always email us at circleyeerk@gmail.com and find us on Instagram @circleyeerk.

“I think it has to do with powerlessness, and with the kind of hierarchy that kids endure every day, where these grown ups are not making sense, and the world doesn't make sense, and animals are basically suffering the same fate.” - Katherine ApplegateWhy do kids see themselves in animals? Children's media is full of stories from and about the perspective of animals. But why? Katherine Applegate has been exploring this question since she was a child, fascinated by the inner worlds of the animals around her. The answer she's come to is hope. Like animals, kids exist in a state of a lack of control over their own lives, which the adults around them essentially dictate. And the greatest antidote to that sense of powerlessness is hope. Teaching that is what she believes to be the true purpose of a children's author.However, holding onto hope can be challenging for kids as they face the harsh realities of our world, feeling powerless in the face of injustice, suffering, and even death. Stories play a crucial role in helping our children build resilience to face these hardships.Katherine Applegate is a prolific and celebrated author best known for the beloved “Animorphs” series, “Wishtree,” “Odder,” and, of course, her Newbery Medal-winning “The One and Only Ivan.” In this episode, she discusses the unique bond between kids and animals, including her early stint as a gerbil peddler!

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Gennifer Choldenko, a New York Times bestselling author, discusses her latest book, The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman, and shares insights into her writing process, character development, and the themes of foster care and trauma. She also reflects on her journey as a writer and the evolution of middle-grade literature. Gennifer  discusses her collaboration with Katherine Applegate on the Dogtown series, and gives us a peek at what's coming in the second book in the series, Mouse and His Dog.About The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman: Readers will be rooting for a happy ending for Hank in Newbery-Honor-winner Gennifer Choldenko's gripping story of a boy struggling to hold his family together when his mom doesn't come home.About Dogtown: A humorous and moving middle-grade, illustrated novel about a shelter that houses stray dogs – and robot dogs! – from powerhouse authors Katherine Applegate and Gennifer Choldenko.I love audiobooks! If you do, too, consider switching to Libro.fm. For the same price as other major audiobook providers, you can find all your favorites as well as curated lists of audiobooks written by or recommended by guests of the Middle Grade Matters podcast. Click here to learn more! Consider buying your books from the Middle Grade Matters Bookshop, where proceeds support this podcast as well as independent bookstores everywhere. For bonus content and info on upcoming episodes, subscribe to the Middle Grade Matters newsletter here: Newsletter, and follow Middle Grade Matters on Instagram and Twitter.If you're enjoying this podcast, please be sure to follow us and please leave us a review.

Have you ever wondered how a tale of gorillas can touch upon the deepest themes of our human experience? Newbery Award-winning author Katherine Applegate joins us to unwrap the layers of  The One and Only Family, her latest book that sees the beloved Ivan navigating the unpredictable waters of fatherhood. As Ivan's story unfolds with the birth of twins, we delve into the heart of freedom, the wild, and the impact of climate change, all while savoring the humor of gorilla toddlers and witnessing a father's growth. Katherine's enchanting blend of inspiration from the real Ivan's life and creative "what-ifs" showcases the profound freedom found in storytelling. The conversation then takes a turn towards the serious issue of book challenges, recoiling from the sting of censorship to the embrace of community and dialogue. Listen as Katherine shares the recent bittersweet journey of  Wishtree, a book about welcoming  that faced adversity through a book challenge in Virginia, yet found a silver lining through the solidarity of readers and advocates. Together with Katherine, we examine the role of literature in braving the choppy seas of censorship, and celebrate the unsung heroes like PEN America, VAASL, ALA, and librarian, writer, and book ambassador  John Schu, who champion the power of storytelling and the discovery of that life-altering narrative. Join us for a discussion rife with emotion, wisdom, and the indomitable spirit of literacy.00:00:00: Excerpt from The One and Only Family00:03:26: Life lessons from Ivan 00:05:00: Journey into the what-ifs...the magic of make believe00:06:48: Climate change and children's literature -- messages of hope and resilience00:11:29: Read Aloud from The One and Only Family Book Tour00:13:46: Researching baby gorillas -- oh the cuteness00:14:44: You are not alone -- Wishtree,, welcomers, and a book banning challenge in Floyd County, VA00:21:39: Resources to help if you're facing a book challenge00:23:35: Excerpts from the Rally for Reading at Shenandoah University in April 2024 (with the indomitable Mr. Schu)00:26:59: Encouraging young readers00:28:35: Challenges of writing from an animal's point of view00:31:05: Sneak peek into what's nextWhether you're a longtime fan or new to Katherine's work, this episode is a celebration of storytelling's enduring power and an uplifting reminder of our shared humanity.  Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share your thoughts in the reviews! Support the Show.Read 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 tradition of timeless classics like Charlotte's Web and Stuart Little, the one and only Katherine Applegate has crafted a poignant, delightful, heartbreaking, unforgettable final foray into the world of Ivan, the world's favorite silverback gorilla. For more than a decade, readers have been enchanted by the modern classic The One and Only Ivan, a Newbery Award winner and a #1 New York Times bestseller, and by its bestselling sequels, The One and Only Bob and The One and Only Ruby.In the highly anticipated finale to the series, The One and Only Family, Ivan has been happily living in a wildlife sanctuary, with his friend Ruby next door in the elephant enclosure, frequent visits from his canine friend Bob, and his mate Kinyani by his side. And in the happiest turn of all, Ivan and Kinyani have welcomed a set of twins to their family!Ivan loves being a papa, even though it can be hard sometimes. But as he navigates the joys and challenges of parenthood, he can't help but recall his life before the glass walls of the mall circus, his own childhood in the jungle—and his own twin.Katherine Applegate is the Newbery Medal-winning and #1 New York Timesbestselling author of numerous books for young readers, including the The One and Only series, the Endling series, Crenshaw, Wishtree, the Roscoe Riley Rules chapter books series, and the Animorphs series.Applegate's #1 New York Times-bestselling The One and Only series has sold over 9 million copies, received a Newbery Award, and was a TODAY Show Read with Jenna Jr. pick. The One and Only Ivan was adapted into a Disney+ movie starring Bryan Cranston, Sam Rockwell, and Angelina Jolie.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

In the tradition of timeless classics like Charlotte's Web and Stuart Little, the one and only Katherine Applegate has crafted a poignant, delightful, heartbreaking, unforgettable final foray into the world of Ivan, the world's favorite silverback gorilla. For more than a decade, readers have been enchanted by the modern classic The One and Only Ivan, a Newbery Award winner and a #1 New York Times bestseller, and by its bestselling sequels, The One and Only Bob and The One and Only Ruby.In the highly anticipated finale to the series, The One and Only Family, Ivan has been happily living in a wildlife sanctuary, with his friend Ruby next door in the elephant enclosure, frequent visits from his canine friend Bob, and his mate Kinyani by his side. And in the happiest turn of all, Ivan and Kinyani have welcomed a set of twins to their family!Ivan loves being a papa, even though it can be hard sometimes. But as he navigates the joys and challenges of parenthood, he can't help but recall his life before the glass walls of the mall circus, his own childhood in the jungle—and his own twin.Katherine Applegate is the Newbery Medal-winning and #1 New York Timesbestselling author of numerous books for young readers, including the The One and Only series, the Endling series, Crenshaw, Wishtree, the Roscoe Riley Rules chapter books series, and the Animorphs series.Applegate's #1 New York Times-bestselling The One and Only series has sold over 9 million copies, received a Newbery Award, and was a TODAY Show Read with Jenna Jr. pick. The One and Only Ivan was adapted into a Disney+ movie starring Bryan Cranston, Sam Rockwell, and Angelina Jolie.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.

Welcome back to the AppleGrant Book Club, where we discuss "Wishtree" by Katherine Applegate! In this episode, Kaycie has no words, Alex feels that explaining jokes makes them funnier, Tim questions his pronunciation of the word monoecious, and we all can't believe they tried to ban this book. Join us each month on the first and the fifteenth for new episodes of Animorphs Anonymous / AppleGrant Book Club!

Looking for a last-minute gift? How about a book? Baltimore County librarian Conni Strittmatter shares her suggestions for children and teens, including a sci-fi space drama. Then, Meghan McCorkell of the Enoch Pratt Free Library offers popular picks for adult readers, such as a thriller set in a gothic mansion and a cocktail recipe book!   Books for kids:"Something, Someday," by Amanda Gorman"Dino-Hanukkah," by Lisa Wheeler"How Does Santa Go Down the Chimney?" by Mac Barnett"The Story of Gumluck the Wizard," by Adam Rex"Dogtown," by Katherine Applegate and Gennifer Choldenko"Merry Christmas, Anna Hibiscus!" by Atinuke"The Lost Library," by Rebecca Stead and Wendy Mass"Max Fernsby and the Infinite Toys," by Gerry Swallow"Winter Crafts Across Cultures: 12 Projects to Celebrate the Season," by Megan Borgert-Spaniol"Love in Winter Wonderland," by Abiola Bello"Star Splitter," by Matthew Kirby Books for adults:“Let Us Descend,” by Jesmyn Ward"Lessons in Chemistry,” by Bonnie Garmus"Iron Flame," by Rebecca Yarros“Day,” by Michael Cunningham“There Should Have Been Eight," Nalini Singh"Juke Joints, Jazz Clubs, and Juice: A Cocktail Recipe Book," by Toni Tipton Martin“13-23," by J.M. Giordano“My Name is Barbra," by Barbra Streisand“Spare,” by Prince Harry,  Duke of Sussex“The Way Forward," by Yung Pueblo"Class: A Memoir of Motherhood, Hunger and Higher Education," by Stephanie LandDo you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers mharvie@wypr.org 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers mgerr@wypr.org 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his sbdawes@wypr.org 410-235-1472

Chapter 16 of The Reaction, part 12 of Animorphs Aloud, a fan-produced read-aloud version of the Animorphs series. You know, I think I've figured it out. Why I've been so tired and finding it hard to make myself edit chapters lately. Not only am I recovering from seeing extended family (which always wears on me), but I've also been listening to Michael Grant's Gone series. Despite the fact that it's marketed only a couple of years older than Animorphs, his writing is MUCH darker in that one, and I didn't realize how draining it was until I had to just suddenly stop listening to it on the way home from work today. It's very violent and disturbing for a kids series. I'm guessing it was Katherine Applegate who made Animorphs so light-hearted at times. (Thank goodness book 12 is one of those lighter books! Or I would definitely need a short break.) Anyway, I'm still going to keep trying to upload a chapter every two days, even if it takes me until the end of the day to do it instead of the start of the day. Good news is, even if I fall behind schedule for this one, I'll have no trouble catching up with the next one (The Andalite Chronicles) because I've already got the first several chapters completely ready to go! (I recorded them early for a friend.) Thanks for listening!

Swing into the B & I Circus Store circa 1964 with guest Larry Johnston, who at age 13 became brother to a western lowland gorilla named Ivan—-the ape that became as emblematic of the Pacific Northwest as the legendary Sasquatch. Larry narrates the tale of how his parents came to own the B & I pet store, thanks to Orca capturer Ted Griffin. He warmly remembers the store's ever-changing menagerie, which included gibbons, jaguars, lions, seals, an elephant, exotic fish and even Amazonian parrots. Most poignantly, he shares stories of growing up with the young Ivan. Join Larry on a journey that takes you from Hollywood movie sets to an unexpected encounter involving one of America's most esteemed civil rights figures. Fast forward to today, where students from the Seattle Jewish Community School share questions from their reading of The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate. Adding to our list of notable voices, Jodi Carrigan, the Curator of Primates at Zoo Atlanta, reflects on her relationship with Ivan in his later years. Rounding off our tale, Earl Borgert, grandson of B & I's founder Earl Irwin, presents the I.V.A.N. Foundation, dedicated to preserving wildlife habitats. (To hear additional stories of the B & I Circus Store, tune in to Episode #40, “The Wizard of Earl,” for a conversation with Ron Irwin, who ran the store for decades following the passing of his father, store founder Earl Irwin). "He was…unique in so many ways. He loved to engage people. Ivan just relished making connection.” ~Larry Johnston

Award-winning authors Katherine Applegate and Gennifer Choldenko's co-authored book Dogtown showcases how fiction can help instill empathy and compassion, especially in fun stories that involve animals. They discuss the immeasurable and inspiring power of literature. Their work is a testament to the fact that stories can have a meaningful impact on the human experience. Dogtown encourages us to take the time to stop and consider the world around us and to become more aware and empathetic members of our community. Katherine Applegate is the #1 New York Times-bestselling author of beloved and award-winning books for young readers, including Odder, Home of the Brave, Crenshaw, Wishtree, Willodeen, and The One and Only Ivan, for which she won the Newbery Medal. She is also the author of the Animorphs series, and a beginning reader series, Doggo and Pupper, illustrated by Charlie Alder. Katherine Applegate lives in Southern California with her family. Gennifer Choldenko's best known Tales from Alcatraz series has been called “A cornerstone series in contemporary children's literature.” Al Capone Does My Shirts―the first book in the series―was a Newbery Honor Book and the recipient of twenty other awards. All four books in the series were Junior Library Guild selections and garnered many starred reviews. Gennifer lives in the San Francisco Bay area with her loyal husband and naughty dog. Transcription: You can read the transcription on ⁠The Children's Book Review (coming soon)⁠. Order a Copy: Dogtown on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bookshop.org⁠⁠⁠⁠. Resources: You can find out more about Katherine Applegate at https://katherineapplegate.com/. You can find out more about Gennifer Choldenko at https://www.choldenko.com/. Discussion Topics: Katherine and Gennifer talk about: Their love of dogs, writing, and, of course, Dogtown Katherine's struggles with sitting down to write and how she uses the Pomodoro method to help her get started How they connected over their love for middle grade readers and collaborated on writing Dogtown Research for Dogtown, including volunteering at a pet shelter and training dogs for therapy work How the idea of robot dogs versus real dogs came about for the story The main characters Metalhead and Chance and what they represent Wallace West's illustrations in the book and how he brought it to life with his quirky and original style The importance of fiction in developing empathy and compassion, and how stories about animals (like Dogtown) can inspire kids to cherish and appreciate their furry companions --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thechildrensbookreview/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thechildrensbookreview/support

Pour yourself a cup of coffee and join me for a chat with rock star Newbery Medalist Katherine Applegate as we celebrate the book birthday of Dogtown, The One and Only Ruby, and Odder. You know her from The One and Only Ivan, but you also know her from so many other books like Crenshaw, Wishtree, and the Animorphs series, now in a new graphic format designed by Chris Grine.[01:14] How We Met: Shenandoah University's Rally for ReadingJohn Schu's ability to get kids excited about books Ways teachers and librarians build connections with books and kids.[04:16] Katherine's Journey as an Author:Her circuitous path to becoming a writer and early struggles with reading.The importance of failing and experimenting in the writing process.[09:11] Writing for Reluctant Readers:The  Animorphs seriesThe influence of powerful cover art[13:43] The One and Only Ruby and Dogtown [17:47] Writing with Non-Human Characters:The appeal of writing stories with non-human main charactersHow writing from a non-human perspective allows her to explore human behavior from an outsider's view.[20:01] Impact of Winning the Newbery:The confidence boost winning  provided and why it's important to fail.[22:08] Authors Who Inspire Katherine ApplegateJason Reynolds and Dav Pilkey[25:15] Ivan's Last Installment:In the works -- a fourth and final book in the Ivan series -- with a tease from Katherine about the main character[26:21] Research and Animal Behavior:The research involved in writing about animals and how it deepens our understanding of animal behavior. The importance of addressing climate change and species loss in kidlit.[29:30] Books Building Empathy and Compassion:How books help us understand different cultures and perspectives.[31:34] Book Banning and Censorship:Strategies for supporting and preserving diverse literature.[34:36] Sources of Joy:Hope in the next generation's idealism, energy, and optimism, especially when guided by educators and authors.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast laun Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.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.

We review the book "Ivan The Remarkable True Story of the Shopping Mall Gorilla" by Katherine Applegate.Support the show

Meet Odder, the Queen of Play: Nobody has her moves.She doesn't just swim to the bottom,she dive-bombs.She doesn't just somersault,she triple-doughnuts.She doesn't just ride the waves,she makes them.Odder spends her days off the coast of central California, practicing her underwater acrobatics and spinning the quirky stories for which she's known. She's a fearless daredevil, curious to a fault. But when Odder comes face-to-face with a hungry great white shark, her life takes a dramatic turn, one that will challenge everything she believes about herself--and about the humans who hope to save her.Inspired by the true story of a Monterey Bay Aquarium program that pairs orphaned otter pups with surrogate mothers, this poignant and humorous tale told in free verse examines bravery and healing through the eyes of one of nature's most beloved and charming animals. If this book sounds incredible to you (trust me, it really is!) you can nab your own copy here Check out similar Zoo-notables: The Lorax by Dr. Suess Clare Meeker and Growing Up Gorilla Where the Wild Things Were Reach out to me, PJ with ZooFit and discover ways to improve your life and the world around you by connecting to nature and wildlife in healthy and positive ways

This week we chat with Kelsey Madges, an Ohio middle school librarian and book lover. We talk about the highs and the lows of working in school libraries. If you're like us, it's been almost 40 years since you were a middle schooler and lots has changed for kids and the librarians who help them, such as the use of Chromebooks in classes and the current prevalence of book bans. But Kelsey is a book lover and supporter through and through. In fact she admits that she enjoys almost everything she reads. In this episode, we also cover how we feel about book quotes, why letter writing is still important, and what Carrie should have tattooed on her body. For show notes for any episode, go to our website at www.perksofbeingabooklover.com. We are also on Instagram @perksofbeingabookloverpod and on FB Perks of Being a Book Lover. Books Mentioned In This Episode: 1- Lawn Boy by Gary Paulsen 2- Lawn Boy by Jonathan Evison   3- Diary of a Wimpy Kid series by Jeff Kinney   4- Graphic novels by Raina Telgemeier   5- Refugee by Alan Gratz   6- Two Degrees by Alan Gratz   7- Books by Paula Chase   8- Books by Matt Christopher    9- Books by Mike Lupica and Kwame Alexander   10- Hunger Games series by Suzanne Collins   11- Harry Potter series by JK Rowling   12- Babysitter Club graphic novels by Raina Telgemeier and Gale Galligan    13- The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane by Kate DiCamillo   14- Because of Winn Dixie by Kate DiCamillo   15- The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate   16- The One and Only Bob by Katherine Applegate   17- The One and Only Ruby by Katherine Applegate   18- The Hate You Give by Angie Thomas   19- Books by Coleen Hoover   20- Forever by Judy Blume   21- Books by Stephen King   22- Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir   23- The Martian by Andy Weir   24- The Book of Longings by Sue Monk Kidd   25- The Red Tent by Anita Diamant   27- This is How it Always Is by Laurie Frankel   28- A Wrinkle In Time by Madeleine L'Engle   29- Wishtree by Katherine Applegate   30- Women Talking by Miriam Toews   31- The Woman in the Library by Sulari Gentill   Broadway Theater shows mentioned—   1- Come From Away 

We're celebrating one hundred episodes! Listen in for updates from past guests, and join us in commemorating this milestone. Becoming More Fruitful in Cross-Cultural Work: How to Be Free in Christ and Rooted in Your Reality as You Fulfill Your Call by Amy Young TCK Training Research “Shame is something that is so directly opposed to God's love.” - Annie Stepanenko “Jesus's life, death, and resurrection made us worthy of love; God has declared us His beloved.” - Annie Stepanenko Recommendation from Annie: Atlas of the Heart by Brené Brown Advent with Elizabeth from Global Trellis: Week 1 | Week 2 | Week 3 | Week 4 “It's okay to do different [spiritual disciplines] in different seasons, and to meet Him in different ways.” - Tessa Sydnor Cyndi's book club book: Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates “I have seen God work in such miraculous ways through our grief.” - Amy Massingale Recommendations from Tricia: Odder by Katherine Applegate, Yonder by Ali Standish “I have watched Him show up in TeachBeyond in all kinds of wonderful ways.” - Russ Kraines What's changing our lives: Sarah T: Prayer time at her church Amy Y: Working with the aging parents cohort of Global Trellis Lauren W: Feeling more connected to local community Elizabeth F: Ignatian spiritual exercises Steve J: Perspective after attending a funeral Tessa S: Getting engaged Barb B: A new grandson Cyndi F: Book club Amy M: Kindle Paperwhite Tricia F: Oldest will be graduating university this May Russ K: Caring for elderly parent and spending time with grandchildren Amanda F: Days are getting longer Sandra P: AI in the classroom Alison N: Meeting with the Safeguarding team in person We'd love to hear from you! podcast@teachbeyond.org Podcast Website: https://teachbeyond.org/podcast  Learn about TeachBeyond: https://teachbeyond.org/

Welcome back to the AppleGrant Book Club, where we discuss Katherine Applegate's new release, "Odder"! In this episode, Kaycie pleads for you to stop naming your books that, Alex says you are bad at water, do it better, and we both will bully you until you read this book. Join us each month on the first and the fifteenth for new episodes.

In this episode, I talk with an all-time favorite author, Newbery Medalist Katherine Applegate. She talks about her latest stunning novel, Odder, the story of an intrepid sea otter. #1 New York Times bestselling author Katherine Applegate has written many books for young readers, including THE ONE AND ONLY IVAN, winner of the 2013 Newbery Medal. Katherine's novels have been translated into dozens of languages, and her books have won accolades, including the Christopher Medal, the Golden Kite Award, the Bank Street Josette Frank Award, the California Book Award Gold Medal, the Crystal Kite Award, the Green Earth Book Honor Award, the Charlotte Zolotow Honor Award, and the E.B. White Read Aloud Award. Many of her works have appeared on state master lists, as well as Publishers Weekly, USA Today, and New York Times bestseller lists, and Best of the Year lists from School Library Journal, Kirkus, Amazon, the New York Public Library, and the Chicago Public Library. Katherine has two adult children and lives in Los Angeles with her husband and assorted pets. Order copies: Odder on Bookshop.org and Amazon Transcription: You can read the transcription on The Children's Book Review. Resources: Learn more about her work at https://katherineapplegate.com/ Go Green with Willodeen kit: https://read.macmillan.com/mcpg/willodeen-landing-page/ Sehldrick Wildlife Trust: https://www.sheldrickwildlifetrust.org/ Monterey Bay Aquarium Sea Otter Cam: https://www.montereybayaquarium.org/animals/live-cams/sea-otter-cam Elkhorn Slough Otter Cam: https://www.elkhornslough.org/ottercam/ Discussion Topics: Learn about Odder A brief moment on The One and Only Ruby Channeling anger into stories for kids and finding hope The book cover and interior artwork of Charles Santoso Monterey Bay Aquarium and the role it plays in Odder Environmental and conservation efforts around sea otters Writing in free verse Katherine Applegate reads an excerpt of Odder Being a slow reader, reluctant reader, and thoughts on dyslexia The book that made Katherine Applegate a reader --- This episode is sponsored by · Jennifer Swanson: Footprints Across the Planet. https://jenniferswansonbooks.com/footprints-across-the-planet/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thechildrensbookreview/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thechildrensbookreview/support

In this episode, Newbery Medal-winning author Katherine Applegate takes us behind the scenes of her latest book, ODDER.This episode is sponsored by TRUSTING READERS: POWERFUL PRACTICES FOR INDEPENDENT READING, written by Jennifer Scoggin, Hannah Schneewind. Visit Hein.pub/TrustingReaders to learn more and order a copy

This week, we pull into Port Manteau, where the answer to every trivia question is a portmanteau! We also put together discussions of funny movies, African history, and some books you probably remember from when you were a kid!2:57: Q1 (Movies & TV): What portmanteau word most readily describes the films of writer-director-actor Christopher Guest?9:32: Q2 (Times & Places): What present day country's name is a portmanteau of the two formerly independent nations – one an island chain off the other's eastern coast – that combined to form it in 1964?15:55: Q3 (Music): What music term is portmanteau of Japanese words meaning “empty” and “orchestra”?23:46: Q4 (Sports & Games): What portmanteau refers to a large, international, multi-sport event for athletes with physical impairments?30:43: Q5 (Everything Else): What seven-letter term for a specific type of vehicle is a portmanteau of a German word meaning “charge counter” and a French-derived word for a horse-drawn carriage?36:53: Q6 (Arts & Literature): What series of young adult books by Katherine Applegate is named after an in-universe portmanteau created by Marco to refer to the titular group of teenage, shape-shifting alien-fighters?Theme music: "Thinking it Over" by Lee Rosevere, licensed under CC BY 2.0E-Mail: quizandhers@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/quizandhers/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quizandhersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/quizandhers/Retro Late Fee Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/retro-late-fee/id1459736089 

Join Alyssa and Melissa for the 100th episode of ShelfLogic! They discuss the 100th anniversary of the Newberry awards and 100 (ish) other random topics. Titles include: Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson, Island of the Blue Dolphins by Scott O'Delll, One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate, Number the Stars by Lois Lowery, The Giver by Lois Lowery, Charlotte's Web by E.B. White, Little House on the Prairie by Laura Ingalls Wilder, When You Trap a Tiger by Tae Keller, El Deaf by Cece Bell, and Last Stop on Market Street by Matt de la Peña

Katherine Applegate is the Newbery Medal-winning and #1 New York Times bestselling author of numerous books for young readers Including fan favorites The One and Only Ivan (2013 Newbery Winner), Crenshaw and the Endling series. She joins Sunday Morning Magazine to talk about her newest novel, Willodeen.

On this week's episode of Currently Reading, Kendra Adachi is joining Meredith and Kaytee, and we are discussing: Bookish Moments: perfect reading weather, winning fifth grade, and bookish nerdiness Current Reads: the very first time this has happened in Currently Reading, there's a double up! Deep Dive: we get to Lazy Genius a reading life and it's the actual best Book Presses: and some non-fiction from authors we love As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you'd like to listen first and not spoil the surprise, don't scroll down!  New: we are now including transcripts of the episode (this link only works on the main site). These are generated by AI, so they may not be perfectly accurate, but we want to increase accessibility for our fans! *Please note that all book titles linked below are Bookshop affiliate links. Your cost is the same, but a small portion of your purchase will come back to us to help offset the costs of the show. If you'd prefer to shop on Amazon, you can still do so here through our main storefront. Anything you buy there (even your laundry detergent, if you recently got obsessed with switching up your laundry game) kicks a small amount back to us. Thanks for your support!*   . . . .     1:04 - The Lazy Genius Podcast  2:01 - Bookish Moment of the Week 4:34 - Currently Reading Patreon (where you get the friend map finder!) 5:28 - Current Reads 5:49 - Book Lovers by Emily Henry (Kendra AND Meredith) 12:01 - People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry  12:05 - Beach Read by Emily Henry 12:48 - Lily and Dunkin by Donna Gephart (Kaytee) 15:53 - The Ocean at the End of the Lane by Neil Gaiman 16:05 - The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate (Kendra) 17:43 - Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney 17:45 - Dog Man by Dav Pilkey 17:47 - Calvin and Hobbes by Bill Waterson 19:04 - The One and Only Bob by Katherine Applegate 20:42 - The Kaiju Preservation Society by John Scalzi (Meredith) 22:51 - Jurassic Park by Michael Crichton  26:19 - I Take My Coffee Black by Tyler Merritt (Kaytee) 28:47 - As You Wish by Cary Elwes 30:03 - Deep Dive: The Lazy Genius Way for Reading  33:28 - The Lazy Genius Way by Kendra Adachi 38:10 - Anne Bogel Summer Reading Guide 38:46 - The Lazy Genius Kitchen by Kendra Adachi 40:20 - The Seven Ps: Personality, Prioritize, Proficiency(Preferences), People, Pleasure, Process, and Peace 46:33 - Lazy Genius Newsletter Signup 51:27  - Books We'd Like to Press Into Your Hands 51:52 - Nothing to See Here by Kevin Wilson (Kendra) 54:22 - For the Love by Jen Hatmaker (Kaytee) 56:29 - The Lay Genius Kitchen by Kendra Adachi (Meredith) 1:00:45 - Liquid Index Lazy Genius Podcast Ep 261 1:01:13 - The Lazy Genius Kitchen Youtube Series 1:04:22 - @thelazygenius on Instagram 1:04:24 - thelazygeniuscollective.com Connect With Us: Meredith is @meredith.reads on Instagram Kaytee is @notesonbookmarks on Instagram Mindy is @gratefulforgrace on Instagram Mary is @maryreadsandsips on Instagram Roxanna is @roxannatheplanner on Instagram currentlyreadingpodcast.com @currentlyreadingpodcast on Instagram currentlyreadingpodcast@gmail.com Support us at patreon.com/currentlyreadingpodcast and get some merch at www.zazzle.com/store/currentlyreading

The 2013 Newberry Award winning The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate is a precious story about a gorilla named Ivan who lives in a shopping mall with his friends Bob the stray dog and Stella the elephant. Join us as we discuss this fun book and themes like belonging, caring for animals and more. 

Since 1996, The Webby Awards have honored the best of the Internet, so it is kind of a big deal that our small and independently produced podcast is nominated for one this year! The episode we are nominated for is Episode 11: "A Nose that Knows" which brought together nine-year old leukemia survivor Jocelyn and Katherine Applegate, the Newbery Award-winning author of The One and Only Ivan, to grow  a real-life inspired story about a super dog named Sally who helps a girl with cancer feel better. This episode is not only about the power of imagination, but also about resilience and friendship! We're thrilled it's been recognized by the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences.We know full well that our podcast would be nada, zilch, nothing, zero, rien, kuchh nahin, la shayy,  méiyǒu ... without you—our incredible listeners. So, if you like what we have created here at Story Seeds, please make your voice heard! Help us join the Webby Winners Circle by voting for us in the "Best Individual Episode - Family and Kids" category in the Webbys People's Voice Awards through April 21, 2022. Just click here to cast your ballot! You can also find the link to vote at our Twitter, Instagram, or website. (Kids: Ask a grownup to help you create an account to vote. We promise it only takes a few seconds.)Thank you! Gracias! Merci! Dhanyawad! Shukran!  Xièxiè!Story Seeds is a Literary Safari production. Our host is Betsy Bird. Our theme song is by Andrew VanWyngarden. Sound design is by Ania Grzesik of Ultraviolet Audio. Our producers are Sandhya Nankani, Anjali Sakhrani, and Kayla Fedeson. 

In this episode, Nicole recaps her take on the Miss Universe pageant, and shares some new books that she's currently cataloging. Tori shares a young adult read and a juvenile read that both require tissues! The resources discussed in this episode are listed below: Not The Girl You Marry by Andie J. Christopher; Not That Kind of Guy by Andie J. Christopher; What Happens In Vegas (2008) movie; My Lady's Choosing: An Interactive Romance Novel by Kitty Curran and Larissa Zageris; Salt to the Sea by Ruta Sepetys; The Remarkable Journey of Coyote Sunrise by Dan Gemeinhart; Code Name Verity by Elizabeth Wein; The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate; West Side Story (2021) movie; Yashahime: Princess Half-Demon anime

Listen along as host Betsy Bird and Newbery Award-winning Katherine Applegate have a fun and heartwarming conversation about what it was like working with 9 year old Jocelyn in a special presentation of The Story Seeds Podcast which raises awareness of childhood cancer. In the interview, Betsy and Katherine:Talk about what it was like working with Jocelyn and learning about her cancer journey  [04:19]Discuss how Jane Goodall and Greta Thunberg inspired Katherine's new eco-fable Willodeen   [12:37]Get witty and silly in a fun rapid fire q&a! [17:01]This episode is also available on YouTube. Subscribe here. Additional InformationBooks mentioned in this episode: the Animorphs series by Katherine Applegate and Michael Grant. Willodeen, the Endling series, and The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate. Charlotte's Web by E.B. White.Calls to ActionVisit www.storyseedspodcast.com to download a companion printable activity kit for this episode. You can also order a copy of our NYTimes Wirecutter-approved Imagination Lab activity book! Follow us on Instagram @storyseedspod, on Twitter @litsafarimedia, and on Facebook @literarysafari. Show creditsThe Story Seeds Podcast is Literary Safari production, created and executive produced by Sandhya Nankani. This episode was produced by her and Anjali Sakhrani. Scoring, mixing, and sound design by Ultraviolet Audio. Hosted by Betsy Bird. Music by Andrew VanWyngarden, Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter/musician and co-founder of MGMT. This episode is sponsored by Macmillan Children's Publishing. Special thanks to Joseph Tisdall for post-production support.

This special Story Seeds collaboration brings together nine-year old Jocelyn and Newbery Award-winning Katherine Applegate, author of The One and Only Ivan and Willodeen.Katherine helps Jocelyn grow this story idea:My story seed is about a super service dog (based off of my own dog Sally) who helps kids with cancer feel better. Join our host Betsy Bird as she guides you through this collaboration full of hope and resilience. Featured segments include:Katherine and Jocelyn's meeting over video chat where they get to know each other, meet each other's dogs, and brainstorm how to grow Jocelyn's story idea (6:44)Real-time voice memo recordings where Katherine chronicles her writing process  for Jocelyn (19:50)An immersive storytime where Katherine narrates the full-fledged tale — "Two Brave Girls, One with Four Paws"—she grew from Jocelyn's story seed (23:56)This episode is also available on YouTube. Subscribe here. Additional InformationBooks mentioned in this episode: The Odyssey, The Mahabarata, Because of Winn Dixie by Kate DeCamillo, the Dogman series by Dave Pilkey, and  The Only and Only Ivan and Willodeen by Katherine Applegate.Media and Games mentioned in the episode: How to Train Your Dragon, Welcome to the Jungle by Guns N' Roses, Animal Upon Animal, and Don't Stop Believing by JourneyCalls to ActionBonus Episode: Check back next Thursday to hear Betsy's bonus interview with Katherine. It's a fun one and also includes a rapid-fire Q&A with the Newbery Award-winning author herself.Visit www.storyseedspodcast.com to download a companion printable activity kit for this episode. You can also order a copy of our NYTimes Wirecutter-approved Imagination Lab activity book! Follow us on Instagram @storyseedspod, on Twitter @litsafarimedia, and on Facebook @literarysafari. Show creditsThe Story Seeds Podcast is Literary Safari production, created and executive produced by Sandhya Nankani. This episode was produced and written by her and Anjali Sakhrani. Scoring, mixing, and sound design by Ania Grzesik of Ultraviolet Audio. Hosted by Betsy Bird. Music by Andrew VanWyngarden, Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter/musician and co-founder of MGMT.  This episode is sponsored by Macmillan Children's Publishing. Special thanks to Joseph Tisdall for post-production support.

In this episode, Joziah takes a look at Home of the Brave by Katherine Applegate. He is also joined by good friends Noah, Ella, and his brother Jozef.

Episode 6:   Let's talk YA (Young Adult) fiction and a book of poetry with our niece, Sydney.  We discuss:  Spy School Revolution, by Stuart Gibbs;  The One and Only Bob, by Katherine Applegate;  Chasers of the Light: Poems from the Typewriter Series, by Tyler Knott Gregson;  Salt to the Sea, by Ruta Sepetys;  The Cousins, by Karen McManus;  One of Us Is Lying, by Karen McManus; One of Us Is Next, by Karen McManus, Darius the Great Is Not Okay, by Adib Khorram; Darius the Great Deserves Better, by Adib Khorram.To purchase any of the books we discuss in this episode, click the link below to be routed to our bookshop page.Click here!https://bookshop.org/shop/youvegottoreadthis(Disclosure: We are an affiliate of Bookshop LLC and will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase.)To reach us via e-mail - YouveGotToReadThis@outlook.com(NO APOSTROPHE in the e-mail address)