Episodes

  • From Facebook to Children's Book with Kitty O'Meara - Episode 23

    From Facebook to Children's Book with Kitty O'Meara - Episode 23
    Nov 20 2020
    Kitty O'Meara never thought a simple Facebook post meant to encourage some friends during quarantine would take on a life of its own. But when Deepak Chopra shares your post, you know you have something special on your hands. AND THE PEOPLE STAYED HOME is the new children's book that came from this inspiring story. Kitty O'Meara explains how this journey unfolded, plus helpful tips for any other aspiring children's book author. Listen to the episode to learn more. Follow me on social: Twitter/Instagram @AuthorBrookeVS Facebook/Instagram/Pinterest @JourneytoKidLit Get Started Writing Your Own Children's Book! Learn how at journeytokidlit.com/kidlit-writers-starter-kit. Music from filmmusic.io "Happy Alley" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
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    23 mins
  • Tips on Illustrating for children with NY Times Best-Selling illustrator Holly Hatam - Episode 22

    Tips on Illustrating for children with NY Times Best-Selling illustrator Holly Hatam - Episode 22
    Nov 6 2020
    Are you hoping to one day illustrate a children's book? Or wondering what it takes to create illustrations in books? My guest today will be sure to answer your questions. Holly Hatam has been illustrating for kids since 2013 and is the NY Times best-selling illustrator of books like Dear Girl. It was so great to chat about her process and tips on illustrating for kids. Listen to the full episode here. Follow me on social: Twitter/Instagram @AuthorBrookeVS Facebook/Instagram/Pinterest @JourneytoKidLit Get Started Writing Your Own Children's Book! Learn how at journeytokidlit.com/kidlit-writers-starter-kit. Music from filmmusic.io "Happy Alley" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
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    14 mins
  • A New Way to Market Your Kids Book - Journey to Kidlit Podcast Ep. 21

    A New Way to Market Your Kids Book - Journey to Kidlit Podcast Ep. 21
    Oct 30 2020
    Do you find it's a struggle to market your children's book? You're not alone! A lot of authors struggle with this, which is why my guest today has decided to help. Lara is the founder of StoryAntics. A new website that helps indie authors share their books with more potential readers. Listen for more on how it works on today's episode of the Journey to Kidlit Podcast. Follow me on social: Twitter/Instagram @AuthorBrookeVS Facebook/Instagram/Pinterest @JourneytoKidLit Get Started Writing Your Own Children's Book! Learn how at journeytokidlit.com/kidlit-writers-starter-kit. Music from filmmusic.io "Happy Alley" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
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    12 mins
  • Making Picture Book Writing a Family Affair with Megan Pighetti - Episode 20

    Making Picture Book Writing a Family Affair with Megan Pighetti - Episode 20
    Oct 3 2020
    What happens when someone makes a Fairy-Tailed wish on the eve of their birthday? This is a family tradition that's been happening for a long time in the Pighetti house that Megan wanted to share with other children. Learn more about her story and how she was able to publish her first picture book in today's interview! (A great inspiration for anyone hoping write a book together as a family!) And to learn more about Megan and her book, Fairy Tailed Wish, visit: journeytokidlit.com/episode-20-picture-book-megan-pighetti
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    14 mins
  • Finding Time to Write as a Busy Mom with Author Lindsay Barry - Journey to Kidlit Podcast Ep. 19

    Finding Time to Write as a Busy Mom with Author Lindsay Barry - Journey to Kidlit Podcast Ep. 19
    Sep 19 2020
    Lindsay Barry sat down to talk about her upcoming books, Journey to Constellation Station and The Backpack (Both published by the Santa Fe Writers Project). She may be a two-time debut author now, but it didn't start out that way. Listen to today's episode about how Lindsay made time to write as a busy mom of two. Hopefully her publishing journey will inspire your own! And to learn more about Lindsay, her books, or writing books of your own, visit Journeytokidlit.com for more information! Follow me on social: New Instagram @JourneytoKidlit Twitter/Instagram @AuthorBrookeVS Facebook/Pinterest @JourneytoKidLit Get Your Own Ultimate Writing Binder! Learn more at journeytokidlit.com/ultimate-writing-binder. Music from filmmusic.io "Happy Alley" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
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    13 mins
  • Author Interview with Laura Segal Stegman about her new Middle Grade - Ep. 18

    Author Interview with Laura Segal Stegman about her new Middle Grade - Ep. 18
    Sep 5 2020
    I have a very special guest on the podcast today! Laura Segal Stegman is sharing her publishing journey on what it took to publish her debut middle grade novel, Summer of LUCK. Listen to the full interview here. If you'd like to learn more about Laura and her book, visit her website at LauraStegman.com. For more writing and publishing tips, visit journeytokidlit.com! Follow me on social: Twitter/Instagram @AuthorBrookeVS Facebook/Pinterest/Instagram @JourneytoKidLit Get Your Own Ultimate Writing Binder! Learn more at journeytokidlit.com/ultimate-writing-binder. Music from filmmusic.io "Happy Alley" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
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    28 mins
  • Creative talk with Children's Book Illustrator Elizabeth Savanella - Podcast Ep. 17

    Creative talk with Children's Book Illustrator Elizabeth Savanella - Podcast Ep. 17
    Aug 22 2020
    I'm so excited for my guest today because she's the children's book illustrator for my newest picture book, Humans In-Training! Elizabeth Savanella sat down to talk illustrating books for kids and what it's like to be a book creator. Listen to the interview here. Humans In-Training comes out on August 25th! You can order your own copy through the publisher's site here: http://bibliokidpublishing.com/product/humans-in-training/ And to learn more about Elizabeth Savanella and her art visit esprints.com. Follow me on social: Twitter/Instagram @AuthorBrookeVS Facebook/Pinterest @JourneytoKidLit Get Your Own Ultimate Writing Binder! Learn more at journeytokidlit.com/ultimate-writing-binder. Music from filmmusic.io "Happy Alley" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
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    16 mins
  • Some Inspiration to Write that Book You've been Thinking About - Journey to Kidlit Podcast Ep 16

    Some Inspiration to Write that Book You've been Thinking About - Journey to Kidlit Podcast Ep 16
    Aug 15 2020
    Today I'm hoping to inspire you to get started writing that book you keep thinking about! In this episode, I'm sharing a clip of an interview I did with author, Delanda Coleman. She shares why she decided to write her book, More Than a Princess, and it's a really good reason! Hopefully, it gets you excited to start writing, too! And to hear the full interview I did with Delanda, sign up for the KidLit Indie Publishing Summit! Visit: kidlitindiepubsummit.com to register for free. Follow me on social: Twitter/Instagram @AuthorBrookeVS Facebook/Pinterest @JourneytoKidLit Get Your Own Ultimate Writing Binder! Learn more at journeytokidlit.com/ultimate-writing-binder. Music from filmmusic.io "Happy Alley" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
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    4 mins