WELCOME TO
THE CHILDREN'S BOOK AUTHOR PODCAST
Where you discover everything about writing, publishing, and marketing children's books.
Join your host (award-winning author) Elena Paige,
as she interviews authors, creatives, and experts in her quest to be The Children's Book Author.
EPISODE 32:
Writing Graphic Novels
with Rob Kutner
Interested in being super funny in your children's book writing? Then this is the episode for you, as comedy writer extraordinaire Rob Kutner shares his wisdom.
EPISODE 31:
Writing Rhyming Picture Books
with Essie Bell
Discover all about the importance of rhyme, meter and cadence when writing rhyming picture books, with author Essie Bell.
EPISODE 30:
Practise Aggressive Patience
with Sean E. Avery
Writing, drawing, publishing - whatever it is - it takes persistent action year after year until you're good enough. Learn how to do the smallest possible thing every day and succeed with Sean E. Avery.
EPISODE 29:
The Magic of Making Connections
with Dani Vee
How important is it to meet other writers, readers, publishers and people in the book world? Very important. Maybe even life changing. Discover more in today's podcast with Dani Vee.
EPISODE 28:
It's Never Too Late To Market Your Book
with Karen Inglis
Given up on marketing any of your books because they're "old" or not selling. Think again! Learn how Karen Inglis turned her middle grade book A Secret Lake into an international best-seller 7 years after publishing it. It's never too late to start marketing your book!
EPISODE 27:
Why Grit Matters More Than Talent
with Adrian Beck
Get laughing today with fun, funny, funniest author Adrian Beck as he talks all about being a Children's Book Author and how to never give up. It's not about talent, it's all about how much grit you have. Dive in and get ready for lots of inspiration and giggles.
EPISODE 26:
Shoot For The Stars In Your Career
with C.J Watson
Join NBA and author C.J Watson to discover the power of aiming high and never giving up to make your dreams come true.
EPISODE 25:
Inspired Courageous Writing
with Jen Storer
Invite intuition into your creative flow and allow your writing to grow to a whole new level with Jen Storer.
EPISODE 24:
Get The Support of a Writing Group
with Christina Dankert
Do you have a writing group? After you listen to this episode with Christina Dankert you will want one I promise!
EPISODE 23:
Shine As A Podcast Guest
with Jennifer Milius
Ever thought about being a podcast guest? Find out how to go about it in this detailed and down-to-earth interview with Jennifer Milius.
EPISODE 22:
Author Branding and Trad Publishing
with Mary Anastasiou
Want to be traditionally published? Get the scoop on what it takes and how to create a polished author brand, with Mary Anastasiou.
EPISODE 21:
Launch Your Book Into a Best Seller
with Brett Perkins
Discover how debut author Brett Perkins wrote his middle grade novel The Prison for the Magically Cursed and launched it as an Amazon best seller.
EPISODE 20:
Build Your Own Publishing House
with Darcy Pattison
Want to publish your own books, but do it right? Discover how Darcy Pattison built Mims House into a six figure career writing and publishing her own books.
EPISODE 19:
There Are No Barriers to Writing,
Publishing & Distributing Your Books
with Sandra Bennett
Discover how to get your books written, published and distributed with Sandra Bennett. There really are no barriers to being The Children's Book Author.
EPISODE 18:
Conquer School Visits
with Adam Wallace
Join New York Times best-selling author Adam Wallace to discover the secrets to running the best school visits ever!
EPISODE 17:
Say Goodbye to Badly Written
Book Blurbs
with Jessie Cunniffe
Join Book Blurb Coach Jessie Cunniffe as she shares how to write salesworthy book blurbs.
EPISODE 16:
The Wishing Shelf Book Awards
with Edward Trayer
Join Edward Trayer, author and founder of the Wishing Shelf Book Awards to discover the benefits of becoming an award-winning author.
EPISODE 15:
Increase Your Influence with the Power of Your Voice
with Vinh Giang
Join Keynote Speaker, Entrepreneur, Magician and Communication Teacher Vinh Giang as he shares how to increase your influence, authority and connection using the power of your voice.
EPISODE 14:
Write Brilliantly Funny Books with
Michael Wagner
Join experienced children's book author, Michael Wagner as he shares how to inject more humor into your books.
EPISODE 13:
Discover Your Creative Style
with Tom Froese
Join illustrator, teacher, and speaker Tom Froese as he gives fabulous advice on finding your creative style, overcoming pain points in your creative journey, and so much more.
EPISODE 12:
The Courage to Persevere
with Kate Gordon
Join author Kate Gordon as she talks about being a self-starter and go getter, not giving up on her dream of being an author despite the odds.
EPISODE 11:
Put It All On The Line
with Ben Hendry
Join drummer Ben Hendry as he talks about his creative journey - overcoming critical mind, following your dreams and daring to put all your eggs in one basket.
EPISODE 10:
Be a Courageous Innovator
with Lael Stone
Join Parenting Consultant and Educator, Lael Stone, as she talks about being courageous and creating innovative projects that change the world. If she can do it, so can you!
EPISODE 9:
Write What Matters
To Your Audience
with Mirtis Conci
Join Children's Book Author Mirtis Conci as she talks about knowing your audience (children) in order to write something emotive and meaningful to them.
EPISODE 8:
Psychological Fitness
for Creatives
with Christine Yeung
Join psychologist Christine Yeung as she dives deep into how Creatives can cultivate a Growth Mindset and thrive in today's complex world.
EPISODE 7:
Fearless Writing
with Kirsten and Aiyven Mbawa
Join book reviewers, entrepreneurs, and published authors Kirsten and Aiyven Mbawa as they inspire you to create with joy, believe in yourself and go for your dreams.
EPISODE 6:
Overcome Writing Challenges
with Colleen M. Story
Join wellness and creative writer Colleen M. Story as she empowers you to remove mental and emotional blocks and tap into your unique creative powers.
EPISODE 5:
An App to Make Writing Easier with JJ Kahrs & Cetacean App
Join writer and creator of the incredible book writing app, Cetacean, to discover how you can brainstorm, plot, timeline and write your book with ease! Creativity has never looked this organised and simple.
EPISODE 4:
Inject Strategy
Into Your Writing
with Kelly Irving
Join book coach Kelly Irving as she talks about how to use strategy to write a winning book, and how to strengthen your creative process for better outcomes.
EPISODE 3:
Sustain a Regular Creative Practice
with Ffion Evans
Join Illustrator and Graphic Designer Ffion Evans as she dispels common creative beliefs that might hold you back and guides you towards developing and sustaining a regular creative practice.
EPISODE 2:
Discover your creative WHY with Erin Everleigh
Join writer Erin Everleigh as she shares how knowing your "why" helps you create art that matters.
EPISODE 1:
All Things Creative Writing with Jessica Brody
Join writer and teacher Jessica Brody as she talks about how to supercharge your creative process, improve your productivity and make your creative career a priority.