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The Storyteller's Shelf Podcast
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The Storyteller’s Shelf Podcast celebrates kidlit with reviews, author interviews, and publishing tips. Hosted by two neurodiverse, Latinx women championing diverse voices and empowering creatives to tell their stories..
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⏰ Tomorrow at 10 AM Central!

Don’t miss our exclusive episode with Kwame Mbalia, bestselling author of Tristan Strong!

He shares insider tips for emerging authors & illustrators and secrets behind starting his own publishing imprint.

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The Inspiring Road to Publishing | Kwame Mbalia
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We are both authors and Podcast Co-Host. One of our co-host has a portal fantasy series releasing this week.
Our next episode with legendary author Kwame Mbalia airs next week! Make sure to Subscribe!

#KwameMbalia #StorytellersShelf #PublishingLeadership #FantasyAuthors #Marvel #StarWarsBooks
“Writing is failing your way upwards.”
Scientist, storyteller, publisher — Kwame Mbalia shares the journey behind Captain America, Star Wars, and FREEDOM FIRE. Stories, failures, curiosity, and joy all in one episode. Dropping next week! open.spotify.com/episode/5yFn...
“Writing is failing your way upwards.”
Scientist, storyteller, publisher — Kwame Mbalia shares the journey behind Captain America, Star Wars, and FREEDOM FIRE. Stories, failures, curiosity, and joy all in one episode. Dropping next week! open.spotify.com/episode/5yFn...
Have you subscribed to our Spotify and Youtube? We have a new episode airing tomorrow. Are you a comic book writer, an author that needs inspiration? You won't want to miss our latest episode!
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#comics #publishing
"Be led by curiosity.”
Janna Morishima reveals how curiosity built her career in comics & kidlit publishing.
Hear her story & subscribe to The Storyteller’s Shelf Podcast! Episode airs this Tuesday!
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In today's clip from The Storyteller's Shelf Podcast, Lori Wieczorek, Senior Editor at Scholastic, shares her journey from campus newspaper to working with rapper Ludacris on his children's books. As a '90s kid, this was a personal milestone.
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#publishing #fastandfurious
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Curious about a career in children’s publishing?

Lori Wieczorek, Senior Editor at Scholastic, shares her journey from campus newsroom to Trade Licensing.

Vote in our poll on YouTube & Spotify and subscribe for more!
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What does it take to be a children’s book publisher? Scholastic Chief Editor Lori Wieczorek shares insights on editing, publishing, and creating books that inspire young readers.

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Struggling to break into publishing? Subscribe to watch next week's episode!
Scholastic's Lori Wieczorek says "be open to opportunities" — even if they're not your dream role (yet).
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#PublishingJobs #CareerTips
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Which part of editing challenges you the most as a writer?
• Receiving honest feedback
• Revising and rewriting
• Cutting favorite scenes
• Knowing when the book is ready
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The Editorial Process | Interview with Mary Kole, editor & former literary agent
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Are you paying for the wrong kind of editing?

Mary Kole (former literary agent & editor at Chronicle Books) breaks down the 3 types of edits every author needs—and when to actually hire them.
Make sure to Subscribe to our newletter and Youtube and Spotify!
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#publishing #editing
The Editorial Process | Interview with Mary Kole, editor & former literary agent
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Are you hiring the wrong editor? Mary Kole, former literary agent and developmental editor, explains why copy editing too early just gives you plot holes.
Learn the 3 types of editing, the right order, and how to save time and money.
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Are you hiring the wrong editor? Mary Kole, former literary agent and developmental editor, explains why copy editing too early just gives you plot holes.
Learn the 3 types of editing, the right order, and how to save time and money.
youtu.be/cRsNSPFDeW4
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Discover how bookstores are bridging literacy gaps in our communities. This episode delves into the impactful work being done.
Check out this short clip from today's episode!
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#LiteracyBridges #CommunityImpact #Bookstores #Education #LiteracyMatters
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🚨 HOW DO BOOKSTORES BUILD LITERACY BRIDGES?
New Storyteller’s Shelf 🎙️ with Caleb & Lupe of Bookmarks:
✨ How indies choose what to stock
📚 What being a non-profit bookstore means
❌ How it feels to give kids books!

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HOW DO BOOKSTORES BUILD LITERACY BRIDGES?
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🚨 HOW DO BOOKSTORES BUILD LITERACY BRIDGES?
New Storyteller’s Shelf 🎙️ with Caleb & Lupe of Bookmarks:
✨ How indies choose what to stock
📚 What being a non-profit bookstore means
❌ How it feels to give kids books!

Listen and Subscribe youtu.be/FqwmeGR26Z4
HOW DO BOOKSTORES BUILD LITERACY BRIDGES?
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How do bookstores build literacy bridges?
This week on The Storyteller’s Shelf, Caleb and Lupe from Bookmarks share:
Life as a nonprofit bookstore

Fighting for diverse shelves

Why kids need books they own
Listen here: open.spotify.com/episode/3Ujc...
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How do bookstores build literacy bridges?
This week on The Storyteller’s Shelf, Caleb and Lupe from Bookmarks share:
Life as a nonprofit bookstore

Fighting for diverse shelves

Why kids need books they own
Listen here: open.spotify.com/episode/3Ujc...
Spotify – Web Player
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Our 2nd Annual Book Drive is here! Join us to give books to kids who may not have been able to afford them otherwise!
In TX: host/drop books (we’ll handle promo + pickup)
Global Storytellers: donate online + host a drive in our collective
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2025 Holiday Book Drive: September 30 – December 1 – The Storyteller’s Shelf Podcast
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