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Books, Kids & Creations with Tracy Blom

Tracy Blom
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  • Interview with Vicky Fang | Inspiring Young Minds Through STEM & Storytelling
    Former Google product designer Vicky Fang talks about turning a passion for tech and robotics into stories for kids!In this episode, we sit down with the brilliant author and illustrator Vicky Fang, whose creative books spark curiosity and laughter while introducing kids to the world of STEM, robotics, and innovation. With a background in engineering and a passion for storytelling, Vicky shares how her career in tech inspired her to write the books she wished existed for her own kids—fun, diverse, and full of smart characters solving real-world problems.From picture books to chapter books, Vicky’s work blends education and entertainment, empowering the next generation of thinkers and tinkerers. Tune in as we talk about her journey from product designer to children’s book creator, the power of representation in STEM, and what inspires her most as a mom, maker, and storyteller.🔗 Learn more about Vicky at vickyfang.com📚 Featured books include Layla and the Bots, I Can Code, and Invent-a-Pet
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  • Author Interview: Christopher Shaw Myers
    Calling all JAWS fans!!In this episode of Books, Kids & Creations, I sit down with Christopher Shaw Myers to talk about the incredible new book he’s written about his uncle, Robert Shaw, and the impact of legacy and storytelling across generations.🎬 With the 50th anniversary of JAWS upon us, Christopher reflects on growing up in the shadow of a legend—and how he’s using his voice to honor not just Robert Shaw, but his mother’s lasting influence as well.This is a powerful conversation about the importance of preserving stories, inspiring others, and sharing the magic of creativity through generations.🎧 Hit play and join us for a conversation filled with heart, history, and sharks.Book Buy Link: https://www.amazon.com/Robert-Shaw-Actors-Life-Beyond/dp/0806544325/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=FtgRA&content-id=amzn1.sym.255b3518-6e7f-495c-8611-30a58648072e%3Aamzn1.symc.a68f4ca3-28dc-4388-a2cf-24672c480d8f&pf_rd_p=255b3518-6e7f-495c-8611-30a58648072e&pf_rd_r=YN1RP7AZ46Z8CWQ1YD18&pd_rd_wg=PA6PO&pd_rd_r=06d06fe9-9768-43fc-a6db-df781b1defe2&ref_=pd_hp_d_atf_ci_mcx_mr_ca_hp_atf_d
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  • Wildlife Photographer Ursula Clare Franklin on Mission Penguin | Author Interview
    In this episode of Books, Kids & Creations, host Tracy Blom interviews wildlife photographer and author Ursula Clare Franklin about her captivating new book, Mission Penguin.Ursula shares how her passion for wildlife photography led her on an unforgettable mission to photograph all 18 species of penguins in the wild. From the Galápagos Islands to the icy shores of Antarctica, her journey is as inspiring as it is visually stunning.What began as a personal tribute turned into a powerful story of grief, healing, and transformation—proving that sometimes, great loss can spark even greater purpose.This interview dives into:🐧 Behind-the-scenes of wildlife photography📚 The author’s journey to publication💛 How grief can lead to growth and creativity🌍 Penguin conservation and climate awarenessIf you enjoy author interviews, wildlife stories, or books that blend personal growth with adventure, this episode is for you.About the author:Ursula Clare Franklin is a wildlife photographer living in Somerset. Originally from Yorkshire, she developed a keen interest in photography as a child and has enjoyed combining this with her love of nature ever since. Ursula’s husband was a great supporter of her photography and her love of penguins, always encouraging her to do something with her images. Following his death in 2012, she embarked on Mission Penguin and began to share and exhibit her photos more widely.
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  • Stephanie Booth: Libby Lost & Found
    New Episode! Author Stephanie Booth joins Books, Kids & Creations to talk about her powerful new novel Libby Lost and Found — the story of a bestselling fantasy writer facing early-onset Alzheimer’s and the 11-year-old superfan who helps her finish her final book. With a rich background in publishing, digital media, and even MTV’s True Life, Stephanie brings her storytelling expertise to the page in a story that speaks to both children and the adults who guide them. Listen now!Buy the book: https://www.stephanieboothwrites.com/.../libby-lost-and.../
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  • Diana Renn - Ecomystery Author of the Owl Prowl Mystery
    Diana Renn is a fantastic author, creating environmental mysteries that both kids and adults can enjoy. Her latest book, the Owl Prowl Mystery is like Sherlock Holmes for environmentalists and is a real HOOT. The first book in the series, Trouble at Turtle Pond was named a 2023 Green Earth Book Award Honor Book and has been longlisted for the Massachusetts Book Award. Her three YA mysteries, Tokyo Heist, Latitude Zero, and Blue Voyage, all published by Viking/Penguin Random House, feature international intrigue and globetrotting teens. Diana is also a co-author of False Idols, an episodically-released international thriller for adults, published by Realm (formerly Serial Box) and Adaptive Books. A nonfiction writer as well, Diana received a 2022 Massachusetts Cultural Council Fellowship Award as a finalist in creative nonfiction. Her essays, articles, and short fiction have appeared in Flyway:Journal of Writing and Environment, Publisher’s Weekly, WBUR’s Cognoscenti, The Huffington Post, Pangyrus, Brain Child, Literary Mama, The Writer, Writer’s Digest, YARN (Young Adult Review Network), The Indiana Review, Cricket Magazine for Children, and elsewhere. She has authored and edited numerous textbooks, taught writing at Boston University, Brandeis University, and Grub Street, and is an Author Accelerator Certified Book Coach. Diana grew up in Seattle and now lives outside of Boston with her family.
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Viewers will meet creative people of all ages who inspire future generations with their work. Guests have included Cartoonists, Olympic champions, NASA scientists, ballerinas, children's authors, and more! Hosted by Tracy Blom, awarding-winning author of over thirty books, plays, and screenplays.
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