{"podcast":{"title":"Adventures in the Heart of Children's Book Authors Podcast","slug":"adventures-in-the-heart-of-children-s-book-authors-podcast-6727412","podcast_index_feed_id":6727412,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/adventures-in-the-heart/","website_url":"https://kaboosetherockymountainbear.com/resources/podcast/","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/cb73e4aa-effa-4d73-bab0-676c480509f2/Adventuresintheheartcom-podcast-cover-final-with-url-low-rez.jpg","author":"Papa Rick Harris","episode_count":99,"summary":"\"Adventures in the Heart of Children's Book Authors\" is an award-winning podcast that, first and foremost, introduces children's book readers to published children's book authors and their heartfelt stories — while also empowering aspiring children's book authors to learn the art of publishing and the business behind children's book authorship. Podcast Overview The podcast demystifies the journey of becoming a children's book author by featuring self-published, hybrid, independently and traditionally published who share their experiences writing, illustrating, editing, formatting, publishing, distributing, marketing, and selling their books — along with the broader business experiences behind building a career as a children's book author. Each episode introduces listeners to a different children's book author, offering a behind-the-scenes look at their creative process and the challenges they faced along the way. Themes and Content Empowerment and Inspiration — The podcast encourages aspiring authors by showing that their dream of authorship is achievable. It highlights the many paths to publishing — traditional, hybrid, and independent — and the importance of building a supportiv…","last_synced_at":"2026-09-09T02:18:16.838109+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/adventures-in-the-heart-of-children-s-book-authors-podcast-6727412"},"episode":{"title":"From Classroom to Author: Teaching Kids Empathy, Diversity & Acceptance Through Storytelling","slug":"from-classroom-to-author-teaching-kids-empathy-diversity-acceptance-through-storytelling","published_at":"2026-07-14T11:15:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/adventures-in-the-heart-of-children-s-book-authors-podcast-6727412/from-classroom-to-author-teaching-kids-empathy-diversity-acceptance-through-storytelling","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/adventures-in-the-heart-of-children-s-book-authors-podcast-6727412","url":"https://kaboosetherockymountainbear.com/podcasts/max-conquers-the-world-kevin-cripe","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/f9992ac0-99f1-4144-9ddf-23a336ab9ad4.mp3","summary":"Kevin Cripe, an accomplished author of three children's books, shares his insights on the process and inspiration behind his latest work, \"Princess Max Conquers the World.\" With a background in education spanning 27 years, Kevin's passion for storytelling was ignited during his teaching days, where he found joy in reading to children and witnessing their reactions to stories. He recounts the pivotal moments that motivated him to write, including his observations of societal issues and the unique experiences of his adopted children. His experience with his adopted children from Guatemala profoundly influenced his writingallowing him to address complex social issues in a manner accessible to young readers. The episode also highlights the importance of engaging children through literature, emphasizing how stories can serve as a catalyst for discussions about diversity, empathy, and understanding in today's world. Central to our discussion is the notion of embracing individuality and the importance of acceptance in a diverse society, themes which resonate throughout his trilogy, the Child Moral Development Trilogy. The conversation unveils the inspiration behind his trilogy, which includes titles such as \"The Good War\" and \"The Little Boy Who Cried Hoax.\" Kevin discusses the intricate themes woven into his narratives, exploring topics such as race, acceptance, and the moral development of children. As we delve deeper into his literary journey, listeners will find a compelling narrative that highlights the significance of fostering a culture of understanding and empathy among young readers. Takeaways: Kevin Cripe is an accomplished author of three children's books, including a trilogy focusing on moral development. 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