Author-Illustrator Duo, Wendi Silvano & Lee Harper: The Turkey Trouble Series
Gobble Gobble! In this interview Tracy sits down with author-illustrator duo Wendi Silvano and Lee Harper, the inspiring creators of the Turkey Trouble Series. We talk about creating lovable characters, the artistic process, and what it is like working together on such a fun series. This book is a fun read, no matter what time of year it is! https://www.amazon.com/Turkey-Trouble-Wendi-Silvano/dp/0761455299/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Xzi0IApcWPXkFdeWO78cHh5ZB-plkc-ULEpa_8mfiVjD3RJOHcJARXbz9mEMVME3NbbaIsGMXGYeOgLtlMYmBev8MzWMFOF1YF_okfldajyhd6w1q5lyP5hsBdwKR8Ihi3rLid7IaOcchVXjkFN8kRODEQO2xVH-byGAQ9S0AbfaskfsXsUK8xc11lkqcMN1zcGV3ds2dnUS6lvr6ZtcXZmLzEthVoH8v3N56rXwMQk.70eTAGTuUsUP_fIjHglOu6JpCvDnMcFaoAMQCRSvmSE&dib_tag=se&keywords=turkey+trouble&qid=1763430598&sr=8-1
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Meet Owen Himfar: The Neurodivergent Star of The Short Game!
🎬 In this episode of Books, Kids & Creations, Tracy Blom chats with rising star Owen Himfar about his debut acting role in the feature film The Short Game. Owen shares what it was like stepping onto set for the first time, how he prepared for the role, and what he’s learned from the experience.⭐ Tune in for an inspiring look at chasing your dreams, staying humble, and finding joy in storytelling from a young actor on the rise!🎧 Listen now on YouTube, SoundCloud, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.#BooksKidsCreations #OwenHimfar #TheShortGame #ChildActor #Inspiration
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Interview with Colonel Chris Hadfield, Astronaut & Bestselling Author
In this inspiring episode of Books, Kids & Creations, award-winning author and host Tracy Blom sits down with Colonel Chris Hadfield — astronaut, fighter pilot, author, and the first Canadian to walk in space.You may know him as “the most social media savvy astronaut ever to leave Earth” (Forbes), from his viral zero-gravity performance of David Bowie’s Space Oddity, or from his best-selling books and hit shows on NatGeo and the BBC. But today, he shares something deeply human: how to stay grounded in an overwhelming world.From commanding the International Space Station to writing his new thriller Final Orbit, Hadfield reflects on perspective — how seeing Earth from space reminds us of our smallness in the vast universe — and how taking small steps every day is the real key to achieving your biggest dreams.We also dive into his latest novel, Final Orbit, a pulse-pounding continuation of The Apollo Murders series, exploring Cold War tensions, espionage, and the true story of Tsien Hsue-Chen, the brilliant scientist once exiled from America who went on to found China’s space program.🚀 Topics Covered:Lessons from life in spaceThe power of daily progressThe story behind Final Orbit✨ Tune in for a conversation that blends science, storytelling, and soul.Pick up a copy of the book today and follow Colonel Hadfield's Book Tour: https://chrishadfield.ca/books/
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Louis Henry Mitchell, Creative Director of Character Design Sesame Workshop
How did Louis Henry Mitchell get to Sesame Street? The spark that started his creative journey began when he was just six years old, and saw Jim Henson on the Ed Sullivan Show. It was in that moment he realized that a person was behind creating his favorite characters, and if they could do it, why couldn't he?Today, Louis directs and oversees all aspects of character art for Sesame Workshop, the non-profit organization behind Sesame Street. He's designed Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade balloons and floats, directed Sesame Street Muppet photo shoots, and created iconic characters we've come to love. In this interview we discuss his amazing career and his debut book, QREATIVE EVOLUTION: How to Question Everything to Find Your Creative Fulfillment. (Out Now!)To buy the book https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DJFYVDSX?ref=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_ZNBE089W6YQ1V4ZGABF0&ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_ZNBE089W6YQ1V4ZGABF0&social_share=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_ZNBE089W6YQ1V4ZGABF0&bestFormat=true&previewDoh=1To learn more about Louis: https://qreativeevolution.com/about-louis/Photo Credit Julian Waas
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Catharina Steel — The Vanishings: Fantasy Revisions & Character Craft
Catharina Steel on The Vanishings: beta readers, editing, and building braver fantasy characters.We dig into the world of fantasy writing with Australian author Catharina Steel—from beta readers and writing coaches to our beloved “Deleted Scenes” folders. We also explore how nature fuels ideas and practical ways to strengthen character arcs for kidlit and fantasy.What you’ll learnGetting useful feedback from beta readers (and what to ask them)When a writing coach helpsWhy a “Deleted Scenes” folder is a writer’s best friend (and when to resurrect a cut)Turning setting into story: using nature to deepen mood, stakes, and character growthResources & links• The Vanishings — https://books2read.com/u/bM8DlX• Catharina Steel — https://catharinasteel.com/Learn more about your host, Tracy Blom at www.theblomdotcom.com
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