A podcast and Catholic-children's-book-loving community that celebrates good books to nurture little souls!
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More about your host, author Theresa Kiser, at www.theresakiser.com
More about Catholic Kidlit and the Writers Club at www.catholickidlit.com
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All answers/opinions shared by the interviewees are their own and are for educational purposes only. Their answers/opinions may not reflect the opinions of Catholic Kidlit or Theresa Kiser. Catholic Kidlit or Theresa Kiser is not responsible and liable for anything shared by interviewees.
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History Where Grace Meets Nature with Author Phillip Campbell
In today's episode, I speak with author Phillip Campbell about his dramatized historical narratives. You'll hear about:
How to get a free Arthur the Clumsy Altar Server coloring page PDF
Why good children's literature is for adults too!
The difference between biography and dramatized narrative
Why telling the saints' stories should look different today than eighty years ago
How ambitious projects begin with a single step
The two pitfalls of saint biographies
The background story behind a well-known Catholic history "spine" text
The inspiration behind a new book about a French saint
And more!
Then, join us in the Catholic Kidlit Writers Club to hear more!
How Phillip Campbell made the leap to writing full-time from his kitchen table
Organizing your writing day
Tackling ambitious projects
Preventing writing burn-out
The importance of connecting with other writers
And more!
It's all here, and more, at the Catholic Kidlit Writers Club, on Patreon.
Find more resources and book info at www.theresakiser.com.
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The best way to support the Catholic kidlit creator you heard from today is to buy their books, leave reviews, and spread the word on social media and in person.
If you want to write meaningful children's books with a Catholic heart, check out the Catholic Kidlit Writers Club at Patreon.com/CatholicKidlit.
For picture book coaching and critiques, see theresakiser.com
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This is a podcast and Catholic-children’s-book-loving community that celebrates good books to nurture little souls!
All answers/opinions shared by the interviewees are their own and are for educational purposes only. Their answers/opinions may not reflect the opinions of Catholic Kidlit or Theresa Kiser. Catholic Kidlit or Theresa Kiser is not responsible and liable for anything shared by interviewees. Interviews may be edited for clarity and time.
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More about your host, author Theresa Kiser, at www.theresakiser.com
More about Catholic Kidlit and the Writers Club at www.catholickidlit.com
2 Nov 2022
Curating Your Catholic Children's Book Library at Home
In today's episode, I geek out about curating your own Catholic kidlit library at home! You'll hear about:
The fun of curating a Catholic children's book shelf at home
3 free sources of Catholic children's books
How to organize your kidlit wishlist
Mega list (http://www.heartofamother.net/curriculum/) of Catholic curricula and publishers
A Catholic Charlotte Mason approach: Mater Amabilis
Catholic Montessori approach: Catechesis of the Good Shepherd
Where to find booklists
And more!
Find more resources and book info at www.theresakiser.com.
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The best way to support the Catholic kidlit creator you heard from today is to buy their books, leave reviews, and spread the word on social media and in person.
If you want to write meaningful children's books with a Catholic heart, check out the Catholic Kidlit Writers Club at Patreon.com/CatholicKidlit.
For picture book coaching and critiques, see theresakiser.com
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This is a podcast and Catholic-children’s-book-loving community that celebrates good books to nurture little souls!
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More about your host, author Theresa Kiser, at www.theresakiser.com
More about Catholic Kidlit and the Writers Club at www.catholickidlit.com
12 Oct 2022
33-Day Marian Consecration for Young Kids with Author Colleen Pressprich
In today's episode, I speak with author Colleen Pressprich. You'll hear about:
Arthur the Clumsy Altar Server (https://amzn.to/3ROv2Je)'s #bookbirthday!
How to support Catholic publishers
The amazing impact of your pre-orders
What is a Marian consecration?
Organizing a Marian consecration with preschoolers
Various cultures' images of Our Lady
What Our Lady's favorite food might be (caviar? salmon?)
The active, NOT passive women who shaped our theology
A giveaway of The Women Doctors of the Church (https://amzn.to/3fYKZPx)
And more!
Enter the giveaway here: http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/90f1334e12/?
Find more resources and book info at www.theresakiser.com.
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The best way to support the Catholic kidlit creator you heard from today is to buy their books, leave reviews, and spread the word on social media and in person.
If you want to write meaningful children's books with a Catholic heart, check out the Catholic Kidlit Writers Club at Patreon.com/CatholicKidlit.
For picture book coaching and critiques, see theresakiser.com
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This is a podcast and Catholic-children’s-book-loving community that celebrates good books to nurture little souls!
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More about your host, author Theresa Kiser, at www.theresakiser.com
More about Catholic Kidlit and the Writers Club at www.catholickidlit.com
23 Sept 2022
Historical Fiction (and Marian Apparition!) with Author Theoni Bell
In today's episode, I speak with author Theoni Bell. You'll hear about:
Illustration update for Seven Gifts of Baptism
Now available for pre-order: Arthur the Clumsy Altar Server
Editing update for my first book for Catholic adults!
The story of a Marian apparition in Wisconsin
Doubt as a struggle for those who have seen Our Lady
Meaning of Our Lady of Good Help
A giveaway of The Woman in the Trees
And more!
Enter the giveaway here: http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/90f1334e11/
Read the transcript and find more resources and book info at www.theresakiser.com.
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The best way to support the Catholic kidlit creator you heard from today is to buy their books, leave reviews, and spread the word on social media and in person.
If you want to write meaningful children's books with a Catholic heart, check out the Catholic Kidlit Writers Club at Patreon.com/CatholicKidlit.
For picture book coaching and critiques, see theresakiser.com
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This is a podcast and Catholic-children’s-book-loving community that celebrates good books to nurture little souls!
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More about your host, author Theresa Kiser, at www.theresakiser.com
More about Catholic Kidlit and the Writers Club at www.catholickidlit.com
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All answers/opinions shared by the interviewees are their own and are for educational purposes only. Their answers/opinions may not reflect the opinions of Catholic Kidlit or Theresa Kiser. Catholic Kidlit or Theresa Kiser is not responsible and liable for anything shared by interviewees.
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31 Aug 2022
Board Book Saint Biographies with Author Cassie Herrington
In today's episode, I speak with author Cassie Herrington. You'll hear about:
Now available for pre-order: Arthur the Clumsy Altar Server (A Book about Serving God)
Why pre-orders matter
How saint stories can nourish the souls of the littlest children
Celebrating liturgical feasts
How respecting children's freedom shares God's love
A giveaway of the Little Saint Stories board book: John Paul II
And more!
Read the transcript and find more resources and book info at www.theresakiser.com.
The best way to support the Catholic kidlit creator you heard from today is to buy their books, leave reviews, and spread the word on social media and in person.
If you want to write meaningful children's books with a Catholic heart, check out the Catholic Kidlit Writers Club at Patreon.com/CatholicKidlit.
For picture book coaching and critiques, see theresakiser.com
29 Jan 2022
Non-Didactic Chastity in Teen Fiction with Author Carolyn Astfalk
In today's episode, I speak with author Carolyn Astfalk. You'll hear about:
Congratulations to Ariana, our Liturgical Colors giveaway winner
Ending of Season 1 of the Catholic Kidlit Podcast - Thanks for joining me!
Book launch updates for Arthur the Clumsy Altar Server and Seven Gifts of Baptism
Just a little longer to join the CKWC for 2022
How the true story of lost treasure in Pennsylvania inspired a teen romance author
How Catholic themes of chastity tie in with lost treasure
How fiction creates a launching pad for important conversation and big choices
A giveaway of the Catholic teen anthology, Treasures: Invisible and Invisible
And more!
The best way to support the Catholic kidlit creator you heard from today is to buy their books, leave reviews, and spread the word on social media and in person.
If you want to write meaningful children's books with a Catholic heart, check out the Catholic Kidlit Writers Club at CatholicKidlit.com.
For picture book coaching and critiques, see theresakiser.com/editorial-services
27 Dec 2021
Catholic Children's Publishing 2021: Year in Review
In today's episode, we're looking back at the huge changes which have taken place this year in the Catholic children's book market! No transcript today so you'll have to listen in, but I have some helpful links and bullet points here to guide you through:
Celebrating the Catholic Kidlit Podcast’s 1st year
Giveaway for my Catholic board book Liturgical Colors (Holy Heroes, 2019) - ENTER HERE
Still time to enter the giveaway for My Grandma Is a Lady by Jalissa Pollard
My year: 4 book contracts! Arthur the Clumsy Altar Server (Books 1 and 2) and Seven Gifts of Baptism (https://theresakiser.com/books/seven-gifts-of-baptism/)
Publishing backlogs and supply chain constraints
New and exciting market disruptions (good ones!): TAN Academy, OSV Kids Magazine, Ascension Kids
More Indie-publishing in the Catholic market: Kickstarters, Indie-published PBs and even BBs
Changes happening in the Catholic Writers Guild
Catholic Kidlit Writers Club is launching on January 1st, the first space for Catholic children’s book writers to get together. We’re starting out with some exclusive interviews including: Self-Publishing with Kristina Lahr, Creating the Catholic Magazine with Our Sunday Visitor, and Publishing Insight from editor Lindsey Schlegel. Our goal is to support YOU to create excellent Catholic children’s books. You can sign up to join the 2022 cohort at catholickidlit.com. Enrollment ends February 28, 2022.
Question Answered: How do I negotiate an author contract if I’m not also a lawyer?
The best way to support the Catholic kidlit creator you heard from today is to buy their books, leave reviews, and spread the word on social media and in person.
If you want to write meaningful children's books with a Catholic heart, check out the Catholic Kidlit Writers Club at CatholicKidlit.com.
For picture book coaching and critiques, see theresakiser.com/editorial-services
13 Dec 2021
Sharing the Faith through Family Stories with Author Jalissa Pollard
In today's episode, I speak with author Jalissa Pollard. You'll hear about:
An exciting SERIES announcement for Arthur the Clumsy Altar Server
How Jalissa's Grandmother inspires her faith, life, and writing
Finding community in a Catholic lay movement
Representation in Catholic kidlit
How family stories can be as important to share as saint stories
Inspiring takeaways from the author: You are not alone!
A giveaway of her book, My Grandma Is a Lady (https://amzn.to/3ykBvTS)
And more!
The best way to support the Catholic kidlit creator you heard from today is to buy their books, leave reviews, and spread the word on social media and in person.
If you want to write meaningful children's books with a Catholic heart, check out the Catholic Kidlit Writers Club at CatholicKidlit.com.
For picture book coaching and critiques, see theresakiser.com/editorial-services
30 Nov 2021
Hands-On Faith with OSV Kids Magazine and Lindsey Riesen
In today's episode, I speak with OSV Kids' Presentation Editor, Lindsey Riesen. You'll hear about:
A (bookish!) tradition to celebrate the ENTIRE Christmas Season
Writing question answered: Do I need an agent?
How the OSV Kids Magazine came to be
How to help kids get hands-on with their faith
How OSV Kids can help busy parents
Inspiration for the magazine
And more!
**Sorry about the sound quality; my mic glitched during the interview. Doh!**
15 Nov 2021
Teaching Kids Scripture Through Story with Author Madeleine Carroll
In today's episode, I speak with author Madeleine Carroll about Ephraim's Gladness, an Advent/Christmas story with message from the parable of the lost sheep. You'll hear about:
An update on my new contract for a book for adults (details to come)
Illustration progress for upcoming book Arthur the Clumsy Altar Server - in color!!
Timing updates for Seven Gifts of Baptism (Holy Heroes, 2022)
Insight into one-on-one manuscript critiques and personal book coaching
Writing question answered: What is back matter?
How God inspired Madeleine Carroll during a time of grief
How Catechesis of the Good Shepherd teaches Scripture
How to WIN a copy of Ephraim's Gladness - ENTER HERE
Where to find Ephraim's Gladness
And more!
The best way to support the Catholic kidlit creator you heard from today is to buy their books, leave reviews, and spread the word on social media and in person.
If you want to write meaningful children's books with a Catholic heart, check out the Catholic Kidlit Writers Club at CatholicKidlit.com.
For picture book coaching and critiques, see theresakiser.com/editorial-services
1 Nov 2021
Engaging Kids with the Mass with Jennifer Sharpe, author of My First Interactive Mass Book
In today's episode, I speak with author Jennifer Sharpe about My Interactive Mass Book, published with Ascension Kids. You'll hear about:
Last episode's giveaway winner, and this week's giveaway
Illustration progress for upcoming book Arthur the Clumsy Altar Server
Jennifer's inspiration from a neighbor in church to publish her work
Her unique publication path
Why interactive features of the Mass book matter
Where to find My First Interactive Mass Book!
Ascension Kids is generously offering TWO free copies of My First Interactive Mass Book through our Rafflecopter giveaway. Enter for your chance to win this helpful book for interacting with the Holy Mass!
Want to learn more about publishing an interactive children's book? Jennifer Sharpe and I do a deep-dive into her publishing story, and share the full video with you (along with tips of the trade) in the Catholic Kidlit Writers Club. Enroll now for 2022 and unlock this exclusive interview and many other benefits at www.catholickidlit.com
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18 Oct 2021
Igniting Children's Love for the Mass and the Eucharist with Kristina Lahr, author of Candle's Great Feast
In this episode, I am honored to share with you an interview with Kristina Lahr, the author of Candle's Great Feast, which Kristina self-published in March of this year, 2021. We cover:
Her inspiration in Adoration
A message of trusting in God's love for children
The heartwarming story behind Candle's Great Feast
Her self-publishing vs. traditional publishing decision process
How she found her illustrator
Where to find Kristina Lahr and her picture book!
Kristina is generously offering a free, signed copy of Candle's Great Feast through our Rafflecopter giveaway. Enter for your chance to win this book full of heart!
Want to learn more about self-publishing a Catholic picture book? Kristina Lahr and I do a deep-dive into her publishing story, and share the full video with you (along with tips of the trade) in the Catholic Kidlit Writers Club. Apply today for 2022 and unlock this exclusive interview and many other benefits at www.catholickidlit.com
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1 Oct 2021
Introducing the Catholic Kidlit Podcast: What to Expect and Why it Matters
“I love children’s books! Why don’t I make a podcast?”
I’m not exactly sure what put this crazy idea in my mind, but I am so glad to be here with you preparing to launch this new podcast, Catholic Kidlit! Here you’ll find the “trailer” for Season 1 of Catholic Kidlit (which is me doing my best to explain what to expect). Please forgive any rambling…Podcasting is new to me, and normally my guests will be doing most of the talking ;)
In today’s short podcast, you’ll hear:
A little about me
Why I think Catholic kidlit (aka. children’s books) is so important and special
The gap in the writing community
A new setup to support aspiring and published Catholic kidlit authors
And more!
For more information about the podcast and/or the Writers Club, visit www.catholickidlit.com.
For more about Theresa Kiser and/or her books, visit www.theresakiser.com
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