The Children's Book Author Podcast

Spotlight Your Story with Expound Publicity’s Lori Orlinsky & Alysson Bourque

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1770832/open_sms] In this episode, I’m joined by two powerhouse women—Alysson Bourque and Lori Orlinsky—award-winning children's book authors and the co-founders of Expound Publicity, a boutique book marketing agency built by authors, for authors. We talk about: * The biggest marketing mistakes new authors make * How to get media attention (without being famous!) * Why writing a great book isn’t enough—and what to do about it * The story behind Expound and how it’s helping authors not just launch… but grow Whether you're launching your first picture book or looking to breathe new life into your backlist, this episode is full of practical takeaways and author-to-author wisdom. 🎁 Free Resource Mentioned in the Episode Writing a children’s book? Don’t miss my Scene-Building Blueprint—a free, powerful tool to help you write scenes kids can’t stop reading. It includes a plug-and-play worksheet I use myself. 👉 GET IT HERE [https://subscribepage.io/h8Ys6o] or visit elenapaige.com 🧡 Learn more about Alysson, Lori, and Expound at: expoundpublicity.com [https://expoundpublicity.com/] MORE ABOUT ALY, LORI, & EXPOUND PUBLICITY: Alysson Bourque is a bestselling, award-winning children’s book author who began her career as a teacher after graduating from University of Louisiana Lafayette with a degree in Elementary Education. She earned a Juris Doctor law degree from the Southern University Law Center in 2007. Alysson is the author of seven books in The Alycat Series.  Lori Orlinsky is a bestselling, award-winning children’s book author and seasoned marketer, most recently serving as the marketing director at PBS Chicago. She is the mother of three little ladies who are small but mighty. At 5’1, she wishes her children’s picture book Being Small (Isn’t So Bad After All), was around when she was growing up. Using the latest industry trends, Expound's mission is to build a platform for an author to succeed and maintain their success as a writer. Created by a team of multi-award winning, bestselling authors, and seasoned marketers, Expound Publicity is a full-service book marketing agency specializing in custom integrated campaigns.

Bringing Your Characters to Life with Elisa Eliot

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1770832/open_sms] From Actor to Graphic Novel writer, Elisa Eliot brings her years of study and knowledge in the performing arts, and from screenwriting and producing to children's books. You'll learn about creating the most unique yet truthful characters and bringing them to life. Plus so much more! MORE ABOUT ELISA: Elisa Eliot began performing with the Houston Grand Opera at 12, starred in plays throughout school and won her state’s science fair before studying Drama, Literature and Playwriting at Yale, where she starred in 40 more productions. She won the lead in the Off-Broadway production of Bells of the Mill on a summer break before moving to Los Angeles, where she quickly racked up roles in TV and film. She wrote and produced the feature, A Genie’s Tail, which debuted on Showtime and is available on most streaming platforms. On May 14 2024, Eliot released her debut graphic novel, ZAK VS. ZOMBIES through Orange Hat Publishing about a group of misfit kids who band together to save the world from the technology-obsessed talkers. As an original cast member of We’re Alive, in addition to writing and producing their upcoming spin-off, Scout’s Honor, Eliot is already an experienced zombie survivor. Eliot remains an in-demand actress, voiceover artist and creator/writer/producer while simultaneously raising twins and Jack Russell terriers and developing new animated and written content in her spare time. WEBSITES BOOK: https://www.zakvs.com [https://www.zakvs.com]  FILM & TV CONTENT: https://www.triplejackproductions.com [https://www.triplejackproductions.com], https://www.triplejackkids.com [https://www.triplejackkids.com] SOCIALS INSTA: @elisaeliot @zakvszombies FB: https://www.facebook.com/elisa.eliot.yudofsky.nord [https://www.facebook.com/elisa.eliot.yudofsky.nord], https://www.facebook.com/ZAKVSBooks/ [https://www.facebook.com/ZAKVSBooks/]

Discover Your Unique Strengths with Becca Syme

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1770832/open_sms] Are you stuck writing a particular book?  Feeling frustrated with your productivity? Sick of trying strategies that never work? Here's how to overcome all these obstacles and more: discover and work with your unique strengths! Jump into today's interview with Becca Syme, success coach (primarily utilizing the Gallup Strengthsfinder®) where we talk all about transformation and the power of an individualised approach.  This is such a golden episode you will listen to over and over again! Also go do the Gallup Strengths Test https://www.gallup.com/cliftonstrengths/ [https://www.gallup.com/cliftonstrengths/] and discover your top five strengths, so you can start being the best creative YOU! MORE ABOUT BECCA Becca Syme holds a master’s degree in transformational leadership and has been a success coach (primarily utilizing the Gallup Strengthsfinder®) for over fifteen years. She’s coached over 5,000 individual authors and creatives through her Write Better-Faster and Strengths for Writers classes & coaching cohorts: six- and seven-figure authors, major award winners, midlisters, and new authors alike. She is the author of the Dear Writer books and host of the Quitcast for Writers Podcast/You Tube channel, created around the content of Becca Syme’s “What to Quit, What to Keep, and What to Question” model of coaching writers. Find out more at https://betterfasteracademy.com/ [https://betterfasteracademy.com/] SEE THE VIDEOS ABOUT YOUR STRENGTHS http://betterfasteracademy.com/next-steps-videos [http://betterfasteracademy.com/next-steps-videos]

Grassroots Independent Publishing with Kristy Nita Brown

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1770832/open_sms] Yes it's been a while since a new episode has dropped, but after much anticipation, here is the latest episode launching off the podcast in 2025! If you have ever wanted to find out how to hit your local community and sell your own books, this is the episode for you! We talk all about sourcing your own distribution, approaching local indie bookstores and of course, school visits! Enjoy today's episode with the incredibly dynamic Kristy Nita Brown! MORE ABOUT KRISTY: Kristy Nita Brown is a dynamic junior fiction author, educator, and creative entrepreneur who independently publishes books. Her debut book, Looking for Lily, was shortlisted for the 2023 West Australian Young Readers’ Book Award and placed second in the 2022 Children and Young Adult Aspiring Author Competition. Her follow-up book, Mavey and Beth’s Double Act: Where’s My Whistle?, secured fourth place in the 2023 edition of the same competition.  Kristy is a seasoned TAFE lecturer and teaching artist who runs creative writing and filmmaking workshops across community libraries and schools. In 2024, Kristy is funded by the Department of Local Government, Sport, and Cultural Industries to lead the Book Builder's Challenge, an innovative, creative writing program that empowers students to write, illustrate, edit, market and publish books. Kristy is also a participant in the Path to Published mentorship program with best-selling author Sasha Wasley, the SEW Arts teaching artists training program, and the Creative Schools program developed by Form. FIND HER AT: Website: https://www.kristynitabrown.com.au/ [https://www.kristynitabrown.com.au/] https://www.instagram.com/kristynitabrownbooks [https://www.instagram.com/kristynitabrownbooks] https://www.facebook.com/kristynitabrownbooks [https://www.facebook.com/kristynitabrownbooks]

How To Achieve Your Creative Goals with Lisa Glanz

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1770832/open_sms] I'm so excited to be sharing my interview with Lisa Glanz. If you're someone who loves drawing and uses procreate, you're sure to know who she is! But even if you're an author today we dive deep into reverse engineering your creative career to build a thriving business, how to draw cute characters for your kids books, and so many other things about the creative journey! Enjoy today's interview. AND. If you heard my introduction and want to sign up for the massive bonus and be one of my first ever students of The Children's Book Author Blueprint, check out ElenaPaige.com/learn [http://www.elenapaige.com/learn] MORE ABOUT LISA Lisa Glanz is a full time illustrator with a devoted eagerness in helping others achieve their creative goals. In addition to creating professional digital tools for artists, she loves teaching and sharing knowledge she's gained both as a business owner and artist. Lisa knows how difficult the creative journey can be - she'd love to make yours easier by teaching you what she's learned along the way. Her courses and products are designed to help you gain more knowledge, build confidence and produce work you're proud of. https://www.lisaglanz.com/ [https://www.lisaglanz.com/] You tube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Lisaglanz/featured [https://www.youtube.com/c/Lisaglanz/featured] IG: https://www.instagram.com/glanzgraphics/ [https://www.instagram.com/glanzgraphics/]