Celebrating the power of storytelling to reflect our world, expand our perspectives, and foster connections between readers of all ages. The Children's Book Podcast features interviews with authors, illustrators, and everyone involved in taking a book from drawing board to bookshelf. Hosted by Matthew C. Winner, a teacher, librarian, writer, and fan of kids. Brought to you in partnership with Boyds Mills, positively impacting kids by amplifying the voices of storytellers who inform, educate, and inspire children to become their best selves.
The Children's Book Podcast
Claim This Podcastby Matthew C. Winner
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Celebrating the power of storytelling to reflect our world, expand our perspectives, and foster connections between readers of all ages. The Children's Book Podcast features interviews with authors, illustrators, and everyone involved in taking a book from drawing board to bookshelf. Hosted by Matthew C. Winner, a teacher, librarian, writer, and fan of kids. Brought to you in partnership with Boyds Mills, positively impacting kids by amplifying the voices of storytellers who inform, educate, and inspire children to become their best selves.
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Recent Episodes
June 2, 2026
The Writing Journey is So Chaotic with Ellen Oh
Author Ellen Oh shares her chaotic writing journey with host Matthew Winner, exploring the winding paths to a story's conclusion.
May 26, 2026
The Kids are Alright with Namrata Tripathi
Matthew interviews Namrata Tripathi, publisher and president of Kokila, about creating connections between children's books and their readers.
May 19, 2026
Always Regarding the Reader with Andy Griffiths
Author Andy Griffiths shares with host Matthew Winner how to engage readers by avoiding pretension and fostering belief in stories.
902 total episodes available with 126 transcripts
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