{"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 to Combine Music and Storytelling to Create Powerful Children's Books","slug":"how-to-combine-music-and-storytelling-to-create-powerful-children-s-books","published_at":"2026-08-04T11:15:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/adventures-in-the-heart-of-children-s-book-authors-podcast-6727412/how-to-combine-music-and-storytelling-to-create-powerful-children-s-books","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/adventures-in-the-heart-of-children-s-book-authors-podcast-6727412","url":"https://kaboosetherockymountainbear.com/podcasts/susie-oleary-spagetthi-head","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/26bc17d6-f6c6-4828-861c-946d9f7910b1.mp3","summary":"This podcast episode revolves around the distinguished children's book, \"UH, Ok Spaghetti, Oh!,\" authored by the multifaceted entertainer Susie O'Leary. In our conversation, we explore the genesis of this creative endeavor, which emerged during the tumultuous period of the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the innovative process that transformed a catchy phrase into a vibrant narrative.What if the secret to writing a children's book that kids actually remember....isn't just in the words? What is its music behind the story? Think about it before kids can even read, they respond to rhythm. melody, repetition. It's why lullabies stick...and why some stories never leave us. But almost no one is teaching authors how to use that when they write. In today's episode, we're diving into a completely different approach to children's book creation- where storytelling meets music to create deeper emotion, stronger engagement, and unforgettable reading experiences. If you ever wondered how to make your story stick... this might change the way you write forever. Susie elucidates how her musical background has profoundly informed her approach to writing and storytelling, allowing her to weave melodies seamlessly into the fabric of her book. Furthermore, we delve into the complexities of the children's book industry, examining the collaborative nature of authorship and the vital role of community engagement in fostering creativity. Join us as we uncover the intricate interplay between music, literature, and emotional resilience in Susie's work, offering insights that may inspire aspiring authors in their own creative journeys. In this enlightening exchange, Susie O'Leary discusses the multifaceted nature of her career as a children's book author, emphasizing the profound connection betwe…","meta_description":"This podcast episode revolves around the distinguished children's book, \"UH, Ok Spaghetti, Oh!,\" authored by the multifaceted entertainer Susie O'Leary. 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