The Children's Book Author Podcast
Episodes
Writing For Kids Who Think They Hate Reading with Dustin Brady
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textWhat makes a child who “hates reading” suddenly devour books?In this episode, I’m joined by hugely successful children’s author Dus...
How to Sell More Books This Christmas with Alysson Bourque from Expound Publicity
05 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this episode, I'm joined by Alysson Bourque from Expound Publicity—and she's making history as the first guest ever to retur...
Spotlight Your Story with Expound Publicity’s Lori Orlinsky & Alysson Bourque
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this episode, I’m joined by two powerhouse women—Alysson Bourque and Lori Orlinsky—award-winning children's book authors and ...
Bringing Your Characters to Life with Elisa Eliot
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textFrom Actor to Graphic Novel writer, Elisa Eliot brings her years of study and knowledge in the performing arts, and from screenwriting and ...
Discover Your Unique Strengths with Becca Syme
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textAre you stuck writing a particular book? Feeling frustrated with your productivity?Sick of trying strategies that never work?Here's h...
Grassroots Independent Publishing with Kristy Nita Brown
09 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textYes it's been a while since a new episode has dropped, but after much anticipation, here is the latest episode launching off the podca...
How To Achieve Your Creative Goals with Lisa Glanz
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textI'm so excited to be sharing my interview with Lisa Glanz. If you're someone who loves drawing and uses procreate, you're su...
Nail Your Cover Design with Holly Dunn
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textPeople will ALWAYS judge your book by its cover: it's the harsh reality! So make sure you get your cover design right. Today we discus...
Writing Award Winning Middle Grade with Marc Remus
06 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textHave you ever wanted to write middle-grade fiction? Or perhaps you already do, but want to make it so good that it wins every award it&apos...
Writing Funny Graphic Novels with Rob Kutner
24 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textHow much did I learn about writing funny from Rob Kutner in today's episode of The Chidren's Book Author Podcast? A huge amount a...
Writing Rhyming Picture Books with Essie Bell
22 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textEssie Bell is a multi-talented picture book author and publisher having written, published and marketed six picure books. In today's i...
Practise Aggressive Patience with Sean E. Avery
08 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textWow what encouragement I received in todays interview with Sean E. Avery. I've always wanted to secretly learn how to draw and Sean is...
The Magic of Making Connections with Dani Vee
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textToday I'm joined by podcaster, author, mother, writing festival enthusiast and gosh so may more titles that still don't sum up DA...
It's Never Too Late To Market Your Book with Karen Inglis
05 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textSelf-publishing extraordinaire Karen Inglis joins me on today's episode to talk all about her wonderful books, her incredible author a...
Why Grit Matters More Than Talent with Adrian Beck
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textToday I interview Children's Book Author Adrian Beck and we talk in depth about school visits, yes again, and this time I must admit I...
Shoot For The Stars in Your Career with C.J Watson
17 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textNBA player C.J. Watson & author released his fourth book for kids this March 2023, called "CJ and His Magic Socks". The first...
Inspired Courageous Writing with Jen Storer
28 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textThis episode of The Children's Book Author Podcast is number 25, and is such a special one. I am joined by Jen Storer, Australian Chil...
Get the Support of a Writing Group with Christina Dankert
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textTodays episode is all about having a writing group! I interview first time children's book author, Christina Dankert, about her journe...
Shine As A Podcast Guest with Jennifer Milius
30 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIt was extraordinary to interview Children's Book Author, Developmental Editor, and Podcaster Jennifer Milius. We talked about the imp...
Author Branding & Trad Publishing with Mary Anastasiou
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textI interviewed the very charming Mary Anastasiou, Children's Book Author and Creative Director at Larrikin House. I got the inside scoo...
Launch Your Book Into a Best Seller with Brett Perkins
26 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textA power charged interview today with Middle Grade Author Brett Perkins who launched his first book The Prison for the Magically Cursed to b...
Build Your Own Publishing House with Darcy Pattison
14 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textI was lucky enough to get Children's Book Author Darcy Pattison on the show this week, who has published more than 50 children's ...
There Are No Barriers to Writing, Publishing & Distributing Your Books with Sandra Bennett
03 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textHold on tight for another wonderful interview that will encourage you to push forward in your Author journey. Sandra has such an encouragin...
Conquer School Visits with Adam Wallace
28 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textAdam Wallace, New York Times best selling author joins me on the podcast today and tells us all about how he discovered his love of writing...
Say Goodbye to Badly Written Book Blurbs with Jessie Cunniffe
23 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textWelcome back to the show in 2023, and I have more incredibly informative, and inspirational interviews planned for you this year. Unfortuna...
The Wishing Shelf Book Awards with Edward Trayer
15 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn today's interview I overcame many technological difficulties and blocks to get the most amazing wisdom and advice from author Edwar...
Increase Your Influence with the Power of Your Voice with Vinh Giang
08 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textToday I had the pleasure of interviewing Vinh Giang, Keynote Speaker, Entrepreneur, Magician, and Communication Teacher. We talk all about ...
Write Brilliantly Funny Books with Michael Wagner
07 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textWant to become a better Children's Book Writer? Then you don't want to miss this episode with Australian author, Michael Wagner. ...
Discover Your Creative Style with Tom Froese
29 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textI had a blast interviewing illustrator, top Skillshare teacher, and speaker, Tom Froese. Although we are talking about drawing and illustra...
The Courage to Persevere with Kate Gordon
02 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textToday's episode is with author Kate Gordon, and we talk a lot about how to be a self-starter and go-getter! Kate is a true example of ...
Put It All On The Line with Ben Hendry
18 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textThis week's episode is with my first Musician on the show - Professional Drummer Ben Hendry. Ben is also a Music Director, teacher &am...
Be a Courageous Innovator with Lael Stone
02 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textWOW trust me you CANNOT miss this interview with Lael Stone. It will fill you with courage and tenacity and belief in yourself, motivation ...
Write What Matters to Your Audience with Mirtis Conci
17 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textChildren's Book Author Mirtis Conci joins me on the show today and we talk about how its not just about what you write but how you wri...
Psychological Fitness for Creatives with Christine Yeung
28 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textToday I had the great pleasure of interviewing Christine Yeung, an award-winning psychologist, CEO and Founder of Beyond Story - A startup ...
Fearless Writing with Kirsten and Aiyven Mbawa
20 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textWhat a treat it was to interview young writers Kirsten and Aiyven Mbawa (ages 13 and 11 respectively). They may be young but that hasn&apos...
Overcome Challenges and Find Creative Fulfilment with Colleen M. Story
05 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textToday's interview is with Colleen M. Story. Colleen inspires writers to overcome modern-day challenges and find creative fulfillment i...
How to Make Writing Easier with JJ Kahrs and Cetacean Writing App
21 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textTodays interview is with JJ Kahrs, the creator, owner, and janitor of the writing app Cetacean. This app lets you write online, safely back...
Inject Strategy Into Your Creative Project with Kelly Irving
28 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textThis weeks interview is with Book Coach, Kelly Irving. Kelly Irving helps change makers author work that matters and makes an impact. As a ...
Sustaining a Regular Creative Practice with Ffion Evans
14 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textToday's interview is with Ffion Evans, a freelance graphics designer, artist and illustrator based in Germany.After a many year creati...
Discover Your Creative Why with Erin Everleigh
06 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textToday's interview is with Erin Everleigh, mama, dentist, author, and founder of Wordsmithers Academy. Her goal is to inspire others to...
All Things Creative Writing with Jessica Brody
29 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textJoin Jessica Brody, writer and teacher, as she talks about how to supercharge your creative process, improve your productivity, and make yo...