{"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 Write Children's Books Inspired by Nature (National Park Storytelling Tips)","slug":"how-to-write-children-s-books-inspired-by-nature-national-park-storytelling-tips","published_at":"2026-05-05T11:15:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/adventures-in-the-heart-of-children-s-book-authors-podcast-6727412/how-to-write-children-s-books-inspired-by-nature-national-park-storytelling-tips","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/adventures-in-the-heart-of-children-s-book-authors-podcast-6727412","url":"https://kaboosetherockymountainbear.com/podcasts/mouse-visits-grand-canyon-tricia-gardella","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/f5259f5e-57e8-45fa-87d7-fdf92f3a5eb5.mp3","summary":"This podcast episode delves into the enchanting world of children's literature, specifically focusing on Tricia Gardella, also known as National Park Grandma, and her captivating book titled \"Mouse Visits Grand Canyon National Park.\" The narrative follows the adventures of a mouse who has acquired the extraordinary ability to teleport to national parks, thus introducing young readers to the wonders of nature through a whimsical lens. Throughout our discussion, we explore Tricia's journey as an author, her motivations for writing picture books, and the inspirations drawn from her own experiences as a rancher and nature enthusiast. The episode also highlights the importance of preserving national parks and instilling a sense of environmental responsibility in the youngest generations. Join us as we uncover the creative process behind Tricia's works and the profound impact her stories aim to have on children and their understanding of the natural world. The dialogue commences with Tricia Gardella introducing her latest literary endeavor, focusing on a character that possesses the extraordinary ability to teleport to various national parks via a computer keyboard. This whimsical premise is interwoven with her experiences as a children's book author, a vocation she embraced later in life. Tricia's narrative emphasizes her love for storytelling, particularly in the realm of children's literature, where she seeks to impart knowledge through her creations. The podcast explores her journey from a rancher to an accomplished author, illustrating her commitment to sharing the unique lifestyle of ranching with a younger audience through her book, 'Just Like My Dad.' This endeavor serves not only as a means of expression but also as a bridge connecting children to the realities of r…","meta_description":"This podcast episode delves into the enchanting world of children's literature, specifically focusing on Tricia Gardella, also known as National Park Gran…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":3458,"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-write-children-s-books-inspired-by-nature-national-park-storytelling-tips/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-write-children-s-books-inspired-by-nature-national-park-storytelling-tips.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}