{"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":87,"summary":"“Adventures in the Heart fo Children's Book Authors Podcast” is an award-winning podcast dedicated to empowering aspiring children’s book authors to learn the art of publishing and the business behind children's book authorship. And for children's readers to hear and be introduced to published children’s book authors and their story behind their story. Podcast Overview The podcast aims to demystify the journey of becoming a children’s book author by featuring self-published (hybrid) and independently published children’s book authors who share their experiences in writing, illustrating, publishing and marketing their books. Each episode introduces listeners to a different children’s book author, providing a behind-the-scenes look at their creative processes and the challenges they faced along the way. Themes and Content Empowerment and Inspiration: The podcast encourages aspiring authors by demonstrating that their dreams of authorship are achievable. It highlights various paths to purchase and the importance of a supportive “Dream Team” of professionals who can assist with the process. Diverse Voices: The show features a wide range of children’s book authors, showcasing their uni…","last_synced_at":"2026-06-17T00:19:38.814124+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/adventures-in-the-heart-of-children-s-book-authors-podcast-6727412"},"episode":{"title":"How to Publish a Children's Book (Insights from Author Marlee Kostiner)","slug":"how-to-publish-a-children-s-book-insights-from-author-marlee-kostiner","published_at":"2026-04-28T11:15:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/adventures-in-the-heart-of-children-s-book-authors-podcast-6727412/how-to-publish-a-children-s-book-insights-from-author-marlee-kostiner","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/adventures-in-the-heart-of-children-s-book-authors-podcast-6727412","url":"https://kaboosetherockymountainbear.com/podcasts/garden-wolf-publishing-house","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ff9e6cdb-0b6e-4910-93fe-49ca6e0dd71f.mp3","summary":"The primary focus of this podcast episode revolves around the intricate dynamics of children's book publishing, as articulated by Marlee Kostiner, the founder of Garden Wolf Publishing House. As a self-published author who transitioned into publishing, Marlee elucidates the nuanced distinctions between self-publishing and independent publishing, emphasizing the importance of understanding one’s unique publishing journey. Throughout our dialogue, we explore the multifaceted processes involved in turning a manuscript into a published work, including editing, storyboarding, and the selection of illustrators. Additionally, Marlee shares her insights on the significance of creating value-added content, which enhances the reader's experience and fosters deeper connections with the material. This episode serves as a comprehensive resource for aspiring children's book authors, providing clarity on the path to successful publication and the myriad opportunities that lie beyond merely selling books. The podcast episode featuring Marlee Costener, founder of Garden Wolf Publishing House, offers an illuminating perspective on the multifaceted nature of children's book publishing. The discussion begins with Marlee reflecting on her journey from a self-published author to a publisher, illustrating how her initial foray into writing children's literature compelled her to create a platform for others to share their stories. This transition is presented not merely as a career move but as a heartfelt commitment to nurturing the creative expressions of aspiring authors who may lack the resources or knowledge to navigate the publishing landscape on their own. Marlee's insights provide listeners with a deeper understanding of the motivations that drive independent publishing and the importa…","meta_description":"The primary focus of this podcast episode revolves around the intricate dynamics of children's book publishing, as articulated by Marlee Kostiner, the fou…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":4525,"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-to-publish-a-children-s-book-insights-from-author-marlee-kostiner/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-to-publish-a-children-s-book-insights-from-author-marlee-kostiner.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}