Nonfiction Kidlit Craft Conversations
by Kirsten W. Larson
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Can A Book Talk Back? Annette Bay Pimentel on Metafiction, Pooh, and…
Can A Book Talk Back? Annette Bay Pimentel on Metafiction, Pooh, and…
About this podcast
Ready to take a deep dive into the craft and business of nonfiction kidlit? In Nonfiction Kidlit Craft Conversations, Kirsten W. Larson, author of ”Reimagining Your Nonfiction Picture Book,” chats with creators of nonfiction new releases about the craft and business of writing nonfiction for children and teens.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 27 episodes
- Can A Book Talk Back? Annette Bay Pimentel on Metafiction, Pooh, and Picture Books Ep. 24 · 45 min · Episode 26What happens when a nonfiction picture book refuses to stay in its lane? In this episode of Nonfiction Kidlit Craft Conversations, I talk with Annette Bay Pimentel about her…
- Writing the Woman Behind Children’s Books: Researching Ursula Nordstrom with Nancy Hudgins · 35 min · Episode 24What can a legendary children’s book editor teach us about writing, research, and trusting young readers? In this episode of Nonfiction Kidlit Craft Conversations, host Kirsten…
- Writing Nonfiction Graphic Novels and Comics with Teresa Robeson Ep. 22 · 33 min · Episode 25What if your next nonfiction project isn’t a picture book—or even prose—but a graphic novel? In this episode of Nonfiction Kidlit Craft Conversations, host Kirsten W. Larson…
- Ep. 21 What Belongs in Back Matter? A Nonfiction Author Breaks It Down · 35 min · Episode 23What if the back pages of your nonfiction book could transform a curious reader into a lifelong learner — and make your manuscript more attractive to publishers at the same time?…
- Ep. 20 How to Turn Lost History Into Compelling YA Nonfiction · 39 min · Episode 22How do you write powerful YA nonfiction that brings forgotten women in STEM back into the spotlight? In this episode, authors Lindsay H. Metcalf (Footeprint) and Debbie Loren…
- Ep. 19 Getting Nonfiction Freelance Gigs with Aubre Andrus · 31 min · Episode 21Award-winning author Aubre Andrus reveals how she built a career writing 50+ children’s books through work-for-hire publishing, sharing insider tips on networking with editors…
- Ep 18 The Art of YA Narrative Nonfiction with Deborah Heiligman · 54 min · Episode 20Join host Kirsten W. Larson for a deep-dive craft conversation with award-winning nonfiction author Deborah Heiligman—known for Vincent and Theo, Charles and Emma, Torpedoed, and…
- Ep. 17 Traveling for Research with Sandhya Acharya · 33 min · Episode 19How do you write an authentic story rooted in a real place and culture? In this episode of Nonfiction Kidlit Craft Conversations, host Kirsten W. Larson talks with Sandhya…
- Ep. 16 - Writing Across Genres and Age Categories in Kid Lit · 55 min · Episode 18🎙️ Episode 16: Writing Across Genres and Age Categories in KidLit How do successful children’s authors move seamlessly between board books, picture books, early readers, middle…
- 15 Fostering a Love of ALL Kinds of Nonfiction with Melissa Stewart · 47 min · Episode 16In this episode of the Nonfiction Kid Lit Craft Conversations podcast, host Kirsten W. Larson interviews award-winning nonfiction author Melissa Stewart. They discuss Stewart's…
- 14.5 A Peek Inside Elementary Science Classrooms with Emily Starr · 36 min · Episode 17Welcome to the Nonfiction Kid Lit Craft Conversations podcast! In this episode, host Kirsten Larson sits down with Emily Starr, founder of Starrmatica, to explore the craft and…
- 14. Self-Publishing Children's Books: From Idea to Success with Award-Winning Author Darcy Pattison · 38 min · Season 1 Episode 14Ready to take control of your children's book publishing journey? Join host Kirsten Larson as she interviews self-publishing expert Darcy Pattison, who has successfully published…
- 13.5 Accountability & Community with Marcie Colleen · 50 min · Episode 15Want to finally finish your writing projects? Discover the accountability system that's helped two children's authors publish dozens of books! In this episode of Nonfiction…
- 13. The Nonfiction/Fiction Divide with Colleen Paeff · 30 min · Season 1 Episode 13🎧 Nonfiction vs. Informational Fiction: Where Do You Draw the Line? | Nonfiction Kidlit Craft Conversations Join host Kirsten Larson and Sibert Honor author Colleen Paeff as they…
- Connecting with Educators Through Conferences with Patricia Newman · 47 min · Episode 12🎙️Nonfiction Kidlit Craft Conversations | Ep. 12: Connecting with Educators Through Conferences with Patricia Newman Want to build relationships with the educators who share your…
- Radical Revision with Michelle Cusolito · 38 min · Season 1 Episode 11Revision Magic & the Art of Critique: Tips from Michelle Cusolito | Nonfiction Kidlit Craft Conversations 🎧 Nonfiction Kidlit Craft Conversations is the podcast for children's…
- Ep. 10: Ensuring Cultural Authenticity with Carrie Tillotson and Mariana Llanos · 27 min · Season 1 Episode 10Join host Kirsten Larson as she takes you behind the scenes of the delightful picture book Alpacas Here, Alpacas There with author Carrie Tillotson and authenticity reader…
- Nonfiction Kidlit Craft Conversations Episode 9: Reaching New Audiences with Barrington Irving and Chana Stiefel · 32 min · Episode 9Let's Fly: How Barrington Irving's Record-Breaking Flight Journey Became a Children's Book | Children's Nonfiction Craft Join host Kirsten Larson as she interviews Chana Stiefel…
- Ep. 8: School Visits with Ann Koffsky · 42 min · Season 1 Episode 8School Visits for Children's Authors: Expert Tips with Ann Koffsky | Nonfiction Kidlit Podcast In this episode of the Nonfiction Kidlit Craft Conversations podcast, host Kirsten…
- Nonfiction Kidlit Craft Conversations Episode 7: Writing Unique POVs with Kamalani Hurley · 35 min · Season 1 Episode 7In this episode of Nonfiction Kid Lit Craft Conversations, host Kirsten W. Larson interviews debut author Kamilani Hurley about her Junior Library Guild selection "Kaho'olawe…
