Beyond the Book with JoAnn Dickinson
Turning Life With Down Syndrome Into Stories That Inspire with Heidi Brooks
21 Jun 2025
In this Episode of Beyond the Book, I had the absolute honor of interviewing Heidi Brooks, a passionate author and grandmother whose stories are rooted in love, family, and inclusivity.Heidi opens up about how her journey into self-publishing was inspired by her grandson and other family members with Down syndrome. We talked about how representation matters in children’s books and how she brings laughter and heart into her stories.From Missy Moo and the Great Fart Mishap to Noodles, Noodles Everywhere, Gator Grey Getaway, and The Adventures of Bronx, each of Heidi’s books is inspired by her grandchildren and real-life moments that celebrate uniqueness, humor, and belonging.Whether you’re an author, grandparent, or simply love meaningful stories for kids, this episode is filled with warmth, real talk, and heartfelt inspiration.Learn more about Heidi Brooks at Books | Heidi Brooksand follow her @mrs._bs_books
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