# Kira Hartley on Children's Books, Life Lessons, and Real-Life Stories

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Podcast: [Wisdom on the Front Porch](https://stenobird.com/podcast/wisdom-on-the-front-porch-7034521)
Published: 2026-07-18T13:00:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 2405

## Resource

In this episode of Wisdom on the Front Porch, LS Kirkpatrick welcomes Kira Hartley, who opens up about her father's battle with cancer and her journey as an author. Kira shares insights into her books "I Love You the Most" and "Arlo the Camp Bus," focusing on writing children's books that impart life lessons. The conversation delves into understanding children's behavior, Kira's publishing experiences, and her foray into selling textiles. Kira discusses the importance of sharing real-life stories and her book "The Giving." The episode highlights the popularity of Kira's bookmarks and promotional items, her social media presence, and plans for her website, ending with a call to action for audience engagement and subscription.

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