{"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":"How Storytelling Shapes a Career and Builds a Legacy","slug":"how-storytelling-shapes-a-career-and-builds-a-legacy","published_at":"2026-08-18T11:15:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/adventures-in-the-heart-of-children-s-book-authors-podcast-6727412/how-storytelling-shapes-a-career-and-builds-a-legacy","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/adventures-in-the-heart-of-children-s-book-authors-podcast-6727412","url":"https://kaboosetherockymountainbear.com/podcasts/an-impawisble-predicament-lesley-obrien","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/4682b307-8023-44de-9e2f-e95ae823ed9f.mp3","summary":"Lesley O'Brien, the esteemed author of the \"Adventures of Captain Marco\" series, engages in an enlightening dialogue about her literary journey and the thematic essence of her works. The central focus of this episode is \"An Impawsible Predicament,\" the second installment in her series, which delves into the adventurous exploits of Captain Marco, a cat navigating the challenges of life aboard a sailboat. Lesley elucidates the significance of storytelling in shaping human experiences, emphasizing the dual role of legacy and service in her writing. Furthermore, she reflects on her motivations for becoming a children's author, stemming from a profound connection to her own childhood experiences and the influence of her father’s imaginative storytelling. As we explore her insights into the creative process, the importance of connection, and the nuances of crafting a narrative, listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the artistry involved in children's literature. The podcast further examines the unique character of Captain Marco, who not only embodies the whimsicality of childhood but also reflects on broader themes of second chances and the importance of environmental stewardship. Through engaging anecdotes and heartfelt reflections, Leslie provides listeners with a comprehensive understanding of the intricacies involved in writing for children, emphasizing the need for genuine connection and the impact of storytelling on both young readers and their families. Takeaways: The journey of becoming a children's book author is deeply personal and often stems from familial influences, as exemplified by Leslie's relationship with her father who inspired her love for storytelling. Lesley emphasizes the significance of legacy and service in her role as a children's author, fo…","meta_description":"Lesley O'Brien, the esteemed author of the \"Adventures of Captain Marco\" series, engages in an enlightening dialogue about her literary journey and the th…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":5076,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/adventures-in-the-heart-of-children-s-book-authors-podcast-6727412/episodes/how-storytelling-shapes-a-career-and-builds-a-legacy/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/adventures-in-the-heart-of-children-s-book-authors-podcast-6727412/how-storytelling-shapes-a-career-and-builds-a-legacy.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}