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Podcast Episode 10 – The Inspiration behind Children’s Picture Book Author Cammie Brodie’s top-rated book

04/08/2026

In Episode 10 you will meet Cammie Brodie, a first-time children’s book author from California. She’s a mother to two adventurous boys, and grandmother to a sweet baby girl. Cammie…

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Podcast Episode 9 – The Inspiration behind Children’s Picture Book Author Karen Nespoli’s award-winning books

03/26/2026

Episode 9 introduces you to Karen Patricia Nespoli, Ed. D, an award-winning children’s book author from New York. After spending 40+ years in education as a former elementary school teacher,…

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A collage photo of images including Author Lillian Pagano, Bao Bao the Baby Panda book cover and Sylvia and Eva, the young girls that were the inspiration for this book

Podcast Episode 8 – The Inspiration behind Children’s Picture Book Author Lillian Pagano’s top-rated book

03/11/2026

In Episode 8 you will meet Lillian Pagano, a first-time children’s book author from New Jersey. Lillian taught young children in the Ridgefield NJ School District for over 33 years.…

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National Read Across America Day & Fascinating Facts About Dr. Seuss

03/01/2026

The National Education Association (NEA) launched Read Across America in 1998. The program was designed as a one-day festival to get kids excited about reading and to provide them with…

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Podcast Episode 7 – The Inspiration behind Children’s Picture Book Author Deb Mortensen’s award-winning books

02/25/2026

Episode 7 introduces you to Deb Mortensen, an award-winning children’s book author from Iowa. She’s a retired elementary education educator where she taught for 39 years. Deb enjoys reading, traveling,…

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Podcast Episode 6 – The Inspiration behind Children’s Picture Book Author Liliana Tommasini’s top-rated books

02/10/2026

In Episode 6, you will meet Liliana Tommasini, a children’s book author who loves sparking curiosity and confidence in young readers. Through her heartwarming stories, she encourages kids to explore…

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Podcast Episode 5 – The Inspiration behind Children’s Picture Book Author Vida Gecas’s award-winning books

01/28/2026

In Episode 5 you will meet Vida Gecas, best-selling and award-winning author of the Dog Diplomat Adventure Series of children’s books. Vida lives in Florida and has dedicated over 32…

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Podcast Episode 4 – The inspiration behind Children’s Picture Book Author Karen B. Shea’s top-rated books

12/29/2025

Episode 4 introduces you to Karen B. Shea, a writer, photographer, nature lover, and two-time best- selling children’s book author from the Pacific Northwest. Karen’s award-winning book, “A Bug-Lightful Discovery,”…

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Podcast Episode 3 – The inspiration behind Children’s Picture Book Author Sherry Krehbiel’s popular books

11/30/2025

In Episode 3, you will meet Sherry Krehbiel, a two-time children’s book author from Kansas. Sherry’s first book, First Comes A Butterfly, helps children discover the secret life of the…

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Podcast Episode 2 – The inspiration behind Children’s Picture Book Author Laura Strachan’s award-winning books

11/19/2025

Episode 2 introduces you to Laura Strachan, a two-time children’s book author from West Virginia. Laura’s award-winning “Pickles the Mermaid” children’s book series shares stories of bravery, empathy, kindness, transformation,…

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