# Season 2, Episode 10: A Joy-Filled Chat with Author Kristen Wilks

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Podcast: [On the Road to Literacy Success](https://stenobird.com/podcast/on-the-road-to-literacy-success-6987289)
Published: 2026-01-22T23:18:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.goodhumanseducate.com/podcasts/on-the-road-to-literacy-success/episodes/2149155589
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Duration seconds: 734

## Resource

In this episode of On The Road To Literacy Success, host Dr. Staci Bain sits down with children’s author Kristen Wilks to explore how storytelling helps build strong, motivated readers. Kristen shares how her love of writing began early, and how she now creates stories that make kids belly-laugh, stay engaged, and feel genuinely connected to the characters. She unpacks what keeps young readers hooked—especially the blend of humor and action—and explains how books can nurture hope and resilience along the way. The conversation also highlights how schools and author visits can help grow confident readers and inspire young writers. Whether you’re a teacher, school leader, parent, or literacy advocate, this episode is a reminder that literacy success is built—one story at a time. Connect with Kristen: kristenjoywilks.com Connect with Dr. Bain: GoodHumansEducate.com

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