{"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":"Using Animals in Children's Books to Teach Life Lessons (What Work Best)","slug":"using-animals-in-children-s-books-to-teach-life-lessons-what-work-best","published_at":"2026-01-27T11:15:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/adventures-in-the-heart-of-children-s-book-authors-podcast-6727412/using-animals-in-children-s-books-to-teach-life-lessons-what-work-best","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/adventures-in-the-heart-of-children-s-book-authors-podcast-6727412","url":"https://kaboosetherockymountainbear.com/podcasts/goodbye-blue","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d2928cd0-a2ea-421f-9d70-cf8c5fe877f7.mp3","summary":"Brittany Petish, an accomplished children's book author, joins us to discuss her poignant work, \"Goodbye Blue,\" which poignantly explores themes of love and loss through the lens of her profound bond with her late dog, Annabelle. This episode delves into Brittany's inspiring journey as she reflects on her eighteen years of experience working with the special needs community and how it has influenced her writing endeavors. We will examine the emotional resonance of her stories and the therapeutic nature of her writing process, revealing how personal experiences have shaped her narratives. Furthermore, Brittany shares her aspirations for future works and her dedication to creating stories that foster healing and connection. Join us as we explore the transformative power of literature and the heartfelt messages embedded within Brittany's tales. This heartfelt narrative resonates with readers of all ages, providing solace to those who have faced similar experiences. Brittany's unique approach to storytelling, informed by her 18 years of experience in the special needs community, emphasizes the importance of empathy and understanding in children's literature. As she discusses her journey from graphic design to authorship, her passion for creating meaningful narratives shines through, demonstrating her belief in the power of stories to heal and inspire. The podcast further delves into her future aspirations as an author, highlighting her intention to continue exploring diverse animal tales that capture the hearts of young readers. Brittany's journey exemplifies the profound impact of storytelling, illustrating how personal experiences can shape literature that not only entertains but also uplifts and educates. Takeaways: Brittany Petish, a children's book author, discusses h…","meta_description":"Brittany Petish, an accomplished children's book author, joins us to discuss her poignant work, \"Goodbye Blue,\" which poignantly explores themes of love a…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":3745,"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/using-animals-in-children-s-books-to-teach-life-lessons-what-work-best/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/using-animals-in-children-s-books-to-teach-life-lessons-what-work-best.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}