The Children's Book Author Podcast

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/]

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]

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]

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/]

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1770832/open_sms] People will ALWAYS judge your book by its cover: it's the harsh reality! So make sure you get your cover design right. Today we discuss what makes a great cover and how you can make sure your cover helps to sell your book, with Cover Designer, Holly Dunn. Enjoy the episode! Elena MORE ABOUT HOLLY DUNN: Holly is a book cover designer based in New Zealand. She specialises in working with indie authors to make their stories shine through custom illustration and hand lettering. Before switching to full-time design, she worked at a company helping indie authors market their books. Now, along with her design services, she creates resources to help indie authors on their self-publishing journey. LINKS: hollydunndesign.com [http://www.hollydunndesign.com/] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/hollydunndesign/] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@HollyDunnDesign]