{"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":"In Pursuit of Wonder: Lessons from \"Billy Finds Bigfoot\"","slug":"in-pursuit-of-wonder-lessons-from-billy-finds-bigfoot","published_at":"2026-02-03T11:15:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/adventures-in-the-heart-of-children-s-book-authors-podcast-6727412/in-pursuit-of-wonder-lessons-from-billy-finds-bigfoot","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/adventures-in-the-heart-of-children-s-book-authors-podcast-6727412","url":"https://kaboosetherockymountainbear.com/podcasts/billy-finds-bigfoot","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b9b47f5e-9517-4686-a810-fbf8e95f32a7.mp3","summary":"This podcast episode features an enlightening conversation with Kevin Lestarge, author of the children's book \"Billy Finds Bigfoot.\" At the forefront of our discourse is the profound significance of storytelling for children, which Kevin articulates as a means of imparting valuable life lessons. He reflects on his journey to authorship, which was ignited by a fascination with the mythical figure of Bigfoot, and explores the personal motivations behind his creative endeavors. Throughout our exchange, we delve into the intricacies of the publishing process, the emotional stakes of artistic collaboration, and the importance of nurturing a legacy for future generations. Ultimately, this episode serves as a testament to the transformative power of literature and the enduring impact of sharing stories with young minds. Kevin Lestarge, the author of \"Billy Finds Bigfoot,\" elucidates the profound significance of being a children's book author, emphasizing the legacy of storytelling that transcends generations. In our discourse, I share my personal connection to the enigmatic figure of Bigfoot, which has been a source of fascination since childhood. The journey of writing this book was not merely a quest for publication but a heartfelt endeavor to impart valuable life lessons to the younger audience. Through the character of Billy, I explore themes of appreciation for nature and the importance of cherishing relationships. As we delve into the intricacies of my creative process, we discuss the challenges and triumphs associated with bringing this narrative to fruition, while also reflecting on the enduring impact of stories in the lives of children and their families. 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