Growing Up Bookish is a podcast for adults passionate about raising the next generation of readers. Host Mary Helen Sheriff interviews children's book authors, teachers, librarians, and more for tips to inspire and support young readers and book recommendations.
Growing Up Bookish
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Growing Up Bookish is a podcast for adults passionate about raising the next generation of readers. Host Mary Helen Sheriff interviews children's book authors, teachers, librarians, and more for tips to inspire and support young readers and book recommendations.
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April 12, 2023
Reaching Readers and Writers Through History Camp
<p>In this episode, host M.H. Sheriff interviews children’s book authors Libby McNamee and Jenny Cote. These authors host a virtual historical fiction writing camp in the summer for teens in which the teens write and publish an anthology.</p> <p>An author, public speaker, and lawyer, Libby McNamee loves exploring America’s many historical sites. When a descendant told her about Susanna Bolling’s heroism, Libby was determined to share it with the world. “SUSANNA’S MIDNIGHT RIDE: THE GIRL WHO WON THE REVOLUTIONARY WAR” is her first historical novel for upper middle graders and adults alike. (Half of her readers are adults.) In addition, there is an accompanying Study Guide. Her second novel, “DOLLEY MADISON AND THE WAR OF 1812: AMERICA’S FIRST LADY,” published on August 24, 2021, the 207th anniversary of the burning of Washington City. In addition, there is an accompanying Study Guide.</p> <p>Award-winning author and speaker Jenny L. Cote, who developed an early passion for God, history, and young people, beautifully blends these three passions in her two fantasy fiction series, The Amazing Tales of Max and Liz® and Epic Order of the Seven®. Likened to C. S. Lewis by readers and book reviewers alike, she speaks on creative writing to schools, universities, and conferences around the world. Jenny has a passion for making history fun for kids of all ages, instilling in them a desire to discover their part in HIStory. </p> <p>Book Recommendations:</p> <p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Epic-Story-1776-Colonies-America/dp/173222028X/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?crid=3BIWXGP39A4OK&keywords=The+Epic+Story+of+1776%3A+25+people%2C+13+colonies%2C+and+1+wa&qid=1680989865&sprefix=the+epic+story+of+1776+25+people%2C+13+colonies%2C+and+1+wa%2Caps%2C85&sr=8-1-fkmr0">The Epic Story of 1776: 25 people, 13 colonies, and 1 war</a> (camp anthology)</p> <p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09TTPX737?binding=paperback&searchxofy=true&ref_=dbs_s_aps_series_rwt_tpbk&qid=1680990072&sr=8-1">Epic Order of the Seven</a> (8 book series) by Jenny Cote</p> <p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Susannas-Midnight-Ride-Revolutionary-Publishing/dp/1732220204/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1EVIK2AWKLP87&keywords=susanna%27s+midnight+ride&qid=1680989820&sprefix=susanna%27s%2Caps%2C181&sr=8-1">Susanna’s Midnight Ride</a> by Libby McNamee</p> <p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Dolley-Madison-War-1812-Americas/dp/1732220247/ref=sr_1_1?crid=JCVORTOCNSMW&keywords=Dolley+Madison+and+the+War+of+1812&qid=1680989845&sprefix=dolley+madison+and+the+war+of+1812%2Caps%2C89&sr=8-1">Dolley Madison and the War of 1812</a> by Libby McNamee</p> <p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Sophias-War-Tale-Revolution-Avi/dp/1442414421/ref=sr_1_1?crid=202VF4OWCH1MI&keywords=sophia%27s+war+by+avi&qid=1680990648&sprefix=sophia%27s+war%2Caps%2C161&sr=8-1">Sophia’s War </a>by Avi </p> <p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/King-George-Everything-Schoolbooks-Revolution/dp/1250075777/ref=sr_1_1?crid=LAZNDZC44BCZ&keywords=king+george+what+was+his+problem+by+steve+sheinkin&qid=1680990711&sprefix=king+george+stev%2Caps%2C89&sr=8-1">King George What Was His Problem</a> by Steve Sheinkin</p> <p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/British-Are-Coming-Lexington-Revolution-ebook/dp/B07HF349XK/ref=sr_1_1?crid=AFFON5EF9RCF&keywords=the+british+are+coming+the+revolution+trilogy&qid=1680991031&s=digital-text&sprefix=the+british+are+com%2Cdigital-text%2C79&sr=1-1">The British are Coming</a> by Rick Atkinson</p> <p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/1776-David-McCullough-ebook/dp/B000FCK5YE/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2GETKFWF5XZSN&keywords=1776+david+mccullough&qid=1680991066&s=digital-text&sprefix=1776%2Cdigital-text%2C92&sr=1-1">1776</a> by David McCullough</p> <p>The Amazing Tales of Max & L</p> <p>Other Links:</p> <p><a href="https://historycamp.org/">https://historycamp.org/</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.mountvernon.org">https://www.mountvernon.org</a></p> <p>Libby’s website: <a href="http://libbymcnamee.com/">http://libbymcnamee.com/</a></p> <p>Facebook and instagram @libbymcnameeauthor</p> <p>Jenny’s website: <a href="https://www.epicorderoftheseven.net/">https://www.epicorderoftheseven.net/</a></p> <p>Social media @jennylcote</p> <p>Host M.H. Sheriff’s website <a href="https://maryhelensheriff.com">https://maryhelensheriff.com</a></p> <p>Check out Bookish Road Trip a community for readers and travelers at <a href="https://bookishroadtrip.com/">Bookishroadtrip.com</a></p> <p>“Backwards Walk” music by Stationary Sign courtesy of Epidemic Sound</p> <p>Thanks to Lisa Roe for designing graphics. </p> <p><br></p>
March 22, 2023
Neurodiversity in Children’s Books
<p>In this episode, host M.H. Sheriff interviews children’s book author Sivan Hong. Raising neurodivergent children opened Sivan’s eyes to the lack of children’s books featuring neurodivergent children and inspired her to write a few. </p> <p>Sivan authors and illustrates the best-selling children’s book series The Super Fun Day Books, including Benny J. and the Horrible Halloween, George J. and the Miserable Monday, Emily D. and the Fearful First Day and Avery G. and the Scary End of School. Her inspiring books focus on neurodiverse children, who overcome their challenges with perseverance and bravery. The Super Fun Day Books have even been featured on NBC and News12. Sivan also serves as a Trustee on the Boards of the Rita Allen Foundation, Read Your World and the ASPCA. When she’s not working, Sivan enjoys being a wife to her lovely husband and a mother to their two wonderful children. They have a dog and cat and live in Connecticut.</p> <p>Book Recommendations:</p> <p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Superparenting-ADD-Innovative-Approach-Distracted-ebook/dp/B001NBEWLI/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3GELW4QAI58Z7&keywords=Super+Parenting+for+ADD&qid=1679417016&sprefix=superparenting+for+add%2Caps%2C315&sr=8-1">Super Parenting for ADD</a> by Dr. Hollowell and Dr. Jensen</p> <p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Benji-Bad-Day-Sally-Pla/dp/1620143453/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2RW588XJVLT2X&keywords=Benny+and+the+Bad+Day+and+M&qid=1679417104&sprefix=benny+and+the+bad+day+and+m%2Caps%2C106&sr=8-2">Benji, the Bad Day, and Me</a> by Sally J. Pla</p> <p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Just-Ask-Different-Brave-You/dp/0525514120/ref=sr_1_1?crid=O3RL7LCENMJ6&keywords=just+ask+sonia+sotomayor&qid=1679417173&sprefix=just+ask+sonia%2Caps%2C75&sr=8-1">Just Ask!</a> by Sonia Sotomayor</p> <p>Other Links:</p> <p>Super Fun Day Books and teacher guides: </p> <p><a href="https://sivanhong.com/books-%26-teachers-guides">https://sivanhong.com/books-%26-teachers-guides</a></p> <p>Sivan’s website: <a href="https://sivanhong.com/">https://sivanhong.com/</a></p> <p>Sivan’s Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sivan_hong_author/">https://www.instagram.com/sivan_hong_author/</a></p> <p>Read Your World: <a href="https://multiculturalchildrensbookday.com/">https://multiculturalchildrensbookday.com/</a></p> <p>Host M.H. Sheriff’s website <a href="https://maryhelensheriff.com">https://maryhelensheriff.com</a></p> <p>Check out Bookish Road Trip a community for readers and travelers at <a href="https://bookishroadtrip.com/">Bookishroadtrip.com</a></p> <p>“Backwards Walk” music by Stationary Sign courtesy of Epidemic Sound</p> <p>Thanks to Lisa Roe for designing graphics. </p>
March 8, 2023
Publishing Inspirational Books with a Hybrid Press
<p>Episode 2</p> <p>In this episode, host M.H. Sheriff interviews children’s book publisher Alexa Bigwarfe. Purple Butterfly Press publishes children’s books with inspirational messages. If you are a children’s book author, you’ll find this publishing model particularly interesting.</p> <p>Alexa Bigwarfe is a USA Today best-selling author and the founder and CEO of Write|Publish|Sell, a company dedicated to helping authors professionally self-publish and market their books. Her courses and training focus on training authors for success, author platform growth, and creative ways to market books, especially for those who know nothing about marketing. She runs two publishing houses: Purple Butterfly Press and Kat Biggie Press.</p> <p>Book Recommendations:</p> <p><a href="https://purplebutterflypress.net/product/the-crystal-beads"><u>Crystal Beads, Lalka’s Journey </u></a>by Pat Black-Gould</p> <p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Famous-Seaweed-Antoinette-Truglio-Martin/dp/1955119406/ref=sr_1_1?crid=X1ZH3JQQIOFW&keywords=famous+seaweed+soup&qid=1676752889&s=books&sprefix=famous+seaweed+soup%2Cstripbooks%2C113&sr=1-1"><u>Famous Seaweed Soup</u></a> by Antoinette Truglio Martin</p> <p><a href="https://purplebutterflypress.net/product/the-kindness-machine"><u>The Kindness Machine</u></a> by Christina Dankert & Chad Dankert, Illustrator</p> <p><a href="https://purplebutterflypress.net/product/mike-nero-and-the-super-hero-school"><u>Mike Nero and the Super Hero School</u></a> by Natasha Carlow & Kyle Stephen, Illustrator</p> <p>Other Links:</p> <p><a href="https://purplebutterflypress.net/"><u>https://purplebutterflypress.net/</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://alexabigwarfe.com/"><u>https://alexabigwarfe.com/</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://writepublishsell.com/"><u>https://writepublishsell.com/</u></a></p> <p>Women in Publishing Summit March 1-4, 2023 <a href="https://maryhelensheriff--writepublishsell.thrivecart.com/2023-wip-conference-aff/"><u>https://maryhelensheriff--writepublishsell.thrivecart.com/2023-wip-conference-aff/</u></a></p> <p>Check out Bookish Road Trip a community for readers and travelers at <a href="https://bookishroadtrip.com/"><u>Bookishroadtrip.com</u></a></p> <p>“Backwards Walk” music by Stationary Sign courtesy of Epidemic Sound</p> <p>Thanks to Lisa Roe for designing graphics.</p>
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