{"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":"Why Fables Still Matter: Timeless Lessons for Today's Kids","slug":"why-fables-still-matter-timeless-lessons-for-today-s-kids","published_at":"2026-07-07T11:15:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/adventures-in-the-heart-of-children-s-book-authors-podcast-6727412/why-fables-still-matter-timeless-lessons-for-today-s-kids","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/adventures-in-the-heart-of-children-s-book-authors-podcast-6727412","url":"https://kaboosetherockymountainbear.com/podcasts/patti-bonesteel-flamingo","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a2c1bc36-4488-4c99-9c9d-caee95f753f2.mp3","summary":"Why Fables Still Matter: Timeless Lessons for Today's Kids Patti Bonesteel, an accomplished author of six children's books, articulates her journey of writing and the profound significance it holds in her life. Central to our discussion is her book, \"The Flamingo with Two Left Feet,\" which not only showcases her storytelling prowess but also emphasizes the themes of perseverance and self-acceptance. The narrative revolves around Fernando, a flamingo grappling with self-doubt due to his unique predicament, and his eventual realization that individual differences can be celebrated rather than shunned. We delve into the motivations behind her writing, which stem from her extensive experience as an elementary school teacher, reinforcing the notion that education can transcend traditional boundaries through literature. Patti's commitment to crafting research-based narratives that captivate young readers while imparting valuable lessons underscores her dedication to the literary craft and her desire to inspire the next generation. Throughout the episode, Bonesteel addresses the challenges of the publishing industry, specifically, the transition from independent publishing to hybrid models. Patti shares practical insights on marketing her books, underscoring the significance of community involvement and personal connections in promoting her work. By participating in school visits and book talks, she cultivates relationships with her audience, which she regards as essential for a successful authorial career. Through her narrative, she inspires aspiring authors to embrace their passion for storytelling and to remain dedicated to their craft, reinforcing the notion that children's literature can be both educational and profoundly impactful. The conversation culminates in a refle…","meta_description":"Why Fables Still Matter: Timeless Lessons for Today's Kids Patti Bonesteel, an accomplished author of six children's books, articulates her journey of wri…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":3166,"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/why-fables-still-matter-timeless-lessons-for-today-s-kids/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/why-fables-still-matter-timeless-lessons-for-today-s-kids.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}