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The Storyteller"s Shelf Podcast

The Storyteller"s Shelf Podcast

The Storyteller"s Shelf Podcast celebrates children"s books and the vibrant publishing world that brings them to life. Hosted by two neurodiverse, Latinx-owned women passionate about breaking barriers, we provide kidlit book reviews and interviews with industry professionals. Whether you"re seeking book recommendations, publishing advice, or valuable insights into the landscape of children"s literature, we"ve got you covered. Join us as we champion diverse voices and empower aspiring creatives to

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Storytellers Summit On-Demand Access | Publishing...

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2026/01/18

The Storytellers Summit is now available for on-demand access, offering publishing education led by industry professionals.This summit includes educational sessions covering writing craft, book marketing, querying literary agents, and the business side of publishing. It’s designed for authors, writers, illustrators, and publishing professionals looking for practical strategies and real industry insight.As the Storytellers Summit continues to grow, future offerings will expand into themed summits,

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00:00:41

Summit GIVEAWAYS + Literary Agent Pitch Opportunity!...

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2026/01/13

Thinking about attending a writing conference this year?The Storytellers Summit is a virtual event for kidlit authors, illustrators, and publishing professionals looking for real-world guidance and next-step clarity.Summit ticket holders gain access to:Exclusive mini-masterclasses for children’s book creatorsPractical publishing and querying insightsHigh-value giveaways included with registrationWriters who purchase the Pitch an Agent add-on are eligible for a raffle to receive a 10-minute critique

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Level Up Your Writing Craft | Donna Galanti, Guest...

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2026/01/05

🎬 Watch this exclusive clip from Donna Galanti — one of the expert speakers at the Storyteller’s Shelf Summit, January 12–17, 2026! In this session, Donna explains how fantasy and mythology help children—and adults—harness their inner child, spark imagination, and build empathy — essential elements for powerful kidlit storytelling. The Storyteller’s Shelf Podcast📅 About the Summit:Join us for a week of masterclasses with 7 publishing professionals, designed for authors, illustrators, educators,

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00:01:15

Unlock Your Author Potential – Get Your Summit Ticket...

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2025/12/30

Season 2 is almost here! We’re kicking it off with our exclusive Author Summit Masterclass, only available through YouTube tickets. Don’t miss insider tips, expert advice, and strategies to grow your writing career. Secure your ticket today!Get your tickets today: https://thestorytellersshelfpodcast.com/storytellers-shelf-summit/#kidlit #bookreviews #amwriting #education #libraries #teacehers #authortube #booktok #masterclass

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00:00:39

The Storyteller’s Shelf Summit: KidLit Masterclasses...

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2025/12/27

Join The Storyteller’s Shelf Summit from January 12–17, a virtual week of expert-led masterclasses for children’s literature creators. Learn from professionals on writing, illustrating, and publishing kids’ books, and gain insights to grow your career.This year’s summit includes a literary pitch event with Syrone Harvey of the Belcastro Agency! Authors can pitch directly to an agent, but to participate, you must purchase both the summit and pitch event tickets. The summit sessions are pre-recorded

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00:29:57

Writing for the Right Audience with Harshita Jerath...

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2025/12/22

“When you know exactly who you’re writing for your story finds its focus and that’s when it truly connects.”-Harshita JerathWriting for the Right Audience with Harshita Jerath Picture Books Early Readers and Cultural StorytellingSubscribe to The Storyteller’s Shelf Podcast for weekly conversations with children’s authors publishing professionals and educators sharing real world insight into kidlit craft and careersHow do you know who you are writing for and how do you make sure your story truly

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00:37:40

Writing, Marketing, and Motivation with Anne Broyles...

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2025/12/19

In this episode of The Storyteller’s Shelf Podcast, we’re joined by Anne Broyles, award-winning author of children’s picture books and middle grade titles, including I’m Gonna Paint: Ralph Fasanella, Artist of the People, Priscilla and the Hollyhocks, Shy Mama’s Halloween, Arturo and the Bienvenido Feast, and Arturo and the Navidad Birds. Anne Broyles is of the Cherokee Nation and brings decades of experience in children’s publishing.Anne shares practical insight into writing children’s books,

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00:51:05

How to Finish Your Children’s Book & Query Literary...

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2025/12/18

If you’ve ever struggled to finish a children’s book or felt stuck querying agents, this episode is for you.On @thestorytellersshelfpodcast, we talk with award-winning author, book coach, and editor Ellen Potter about finishing drafts, building character-driven stories, and navigating today’s children’s publishing landscape.“If you stay away from your story too long, the door to that world starts to close.”— Ellen PotterIn this episode, we cover:How accountability partners help writers finish

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00:48:45

Middle Grade Fantasy Worldbuilding with the...

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2025/12/16

In this episode of @TheStorytellersShelfPodcast , we sit down with Karl Buechner, Jeremy Mueller, and Keith Ward, the authors of the middle grade fantasy novel Unraveling and the Council of Crows.The authors share how collaboration honesty and lived experience shaped a powerful fantasy world where animals inherit culture magic and history after humanity disappears. Drawing from music, education, parenting, and storytelling, they explore why middle grade readers are capable of engaging with complex

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00:00:37

The Storytellers Summit: Kidlit Master Class &...

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2025/12/14

The Storytellers Summit is a week-long master class for children’s authors, illustrators, and educators, running January 12–17. Hosted by The Storyteller’s Shelf Podcast, this immersive event explores children’s literature, storytelling craft, and the business of publishing. The summit concludes with a literary pitch event featuring Syrone Harvey of The Belcastro Literary Agency. Learn more and reserve your spot at https://thestorytellersshelfpodcat.com

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00:42:29

Inside Madison Reading Project: How Joyful,...

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2025/12/11

“A single book can spark confidence, belonging, and a lifelong love of reading.” — Griffin Granberry, Madison Reading ProjectThis week on THE STORYTELLER’S SHELF PODCAST, we talk with Griffin Granberry and Josh Bulavko of Madison Reading Project about how joyful, high-quality books reach children through book buses, free book fairs, early-literacy programs, and strong partnerships with schools and families. Their stories from the field reveal exactly how the right book at the right time can change a

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00:43:14

Decoding Publishing Contracts with Melissa Nasson:...

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2025/12/09

“If you don’t understand your publishing contract, you don’t own your career.” — Melissa NassonIf you’ve ever stared at a book contract and thought, “I’ll just sign it,” this episode is the moment that changes everything.On THE STORYTELLER’S SHELF PODCAST, literary lawyer and former literary agent MELISSA NASSON pulls back the curtain on the clauses, rights, royalties, and hidden traps that shape your entire publishing future. Whether you are writing picture books, middle grade, YA, or

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00:17:47

From Nashville Screenwriter to Middle Grade Author:...

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2025/12/05

“Growing up in Nashville taught me that storytelling lives in every corner—music, movies, books—and that creative spark never leaves you.” — Adam RosenbaumIf you’ve ever dreamed of writing middle grade stories but felt your background didn’t “fit,” this episode will inspire you to leap. On THE STORYTELLER’S SHELF PODCAST, we sit down with Nashville native Adam Rosenbaum, the screenwriter-turned-author behind the debut middle grade novel The Ghost Rules—a funny, heartfelt, and slightly spooky

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00:40:16

Eric Litwin on Crafting Stories Kids Love: Music,...

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2025/12/01

What if joyful, musical storytelling could rebuild kids’ love of reading even in a world dominated by screens.In this episode of The Storyteller’s Shelf Podcast we sit down with ⁨@ericlitwinbooks⁩ , the original author of Pete the Cat and a #1 New York Times bestselling creator whose innovative use of music, rhythm, and storytelling has transformed early literacy for millions of children"If we want kids to love reading we must out-fun the screens and we can" — Eric LitwinAbout Eric

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Indie Author Success Tips + YA Writing Craft with...

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2025/11/30

In this episode, we sit down with YA author and Indie Author Book Expo founder JENN THOMPSON to explore what it truly takes to thrive as a self-published author and create YA stories that genuinely connect with readers.Jenn opens up about why she founded a nonprofit dedicated to indie authors, how confidence in marketing grows through consistent effort, and why investing in quality editing is essential for building trust with your audience.We also dive into YA craft through a meaningful lens: how

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Dana Goldstein on STEM Middle Grade and Choosing...

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2025/11/27

“I started self-published, got an agent, and then chose to go back to indie publishing because I wanted freedom and momentum.” — Dana GoldsteinMiddle grade author Dana Goldstein shares the honest story behind one of the biggest decisions of her writing career: leaving traditional publishing and returning to self-publishing. In this episode of ⁨@TheStorytellersShelfPodcast⁩ , Dana reveals what really happens behind the scenes, how long traditional timelines can take, and why choosing independence

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00:41:03

Want to Get Published? Why Children's Poetry...

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2025/11/24

Want to break into children's publishing but don't know where to start? Poetry magazines might be your secret weapon! In this episode of The Storyteller's Shelf Podcast, acclaimed poet and author Heidi Bee Roemer reveals why starting with poetry magazines is one of the smartest moves for aspiring children's writers—and how she built a career with nearly 500 published poems in magazines like Highlights, Babybug, Ladybug, Spider, and Cricket."Editors are always looking for a fresh

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00:40:27

Write for Kids’ TV & Film with Emmy Winner Max Beaudry

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2025/11/18

“Being a good writer is like being a good actor. You have to know people. You have to know things… anything you can do to pick up on life experiences really does, because at the end of the day, when you sit down to write, you have to pull from something.” -Max BeaudryWhat is it really like to write the shows that kids everywhere love and talk about? Emmy Award winning writer Max Beaudry joins us for an exciting and heartfelt conversation about his work on some of the most popular children’s series

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00:38:22

Starting Big Thinking Publishing: The Money, Mistakes...

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2025/11/14

Ever wonder how a publishing company is actually built?Kate Simkins, founder and publisher of Big Thinking Publishing (UK), pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to run a modern independent press — from acquiring manuscripts and editing picture books, middle grade, YA, new adult, and poetry titles to managing finances, marketing strategies, and maintaining transparent relationships with authors.💬 “You’ve got to love it — it’s time-consuming, but worth every second.” – Kate SimkinsDiscover

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00:48:28

Breaking Into Publishing with Janna Morishima |...

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2025/11/10

“Being led by your curiosity opens so many doors.” — Janna Morishima ✨You want a career in children’s publishing, but don’t know where to start? You’re sending cold emails, second-guessing yourself, and wondering if anyone actually breaks in without connections.In this episode of The Storyteller’s Shelf Podcast, Janna Morishima—founder of Kids Comics Unite, literary agent at Janna Co., and co-founder of Scholastic Graphix—reveals how she went from knowing one person in New York City to helping

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