Episode #59

Name of Episode: Finding Your Gifts in a Pandemic with Picture Book Author Kelly DiPucchio

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Where does inspiration come from? Sometimes, for children’s book author Kelly DiPucchio, it comes in the middle of the night to a song she hasn’t heard in awhile, a series of words to start a book, or a random, out-of-the-blue story idea– and it’s those nighttime revelations that inspire her stories. A New York Times bestselling author of over 30 books, Kelly speaks to children across the country about kindness, overcoming adversity, following their dreams, and embracing themselves.

In this episode, you will learn:

• About how inspiration comes to people

Find out more about Kelly DiPucchio here:

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About Maria Dismondy

Keywords: marketing, picture books, author, writer, illustrator, bookseller, library, librarian, bookstore, publisher, publish, children's books, social media, visibility, readers, children

Episode #58

For over 30 years, Monique A.J. Smith has been involved in the area of athletics, a career that has taken many different shapes over the years. Now, she’s a leadership strategist for athletic departments and individuals looking to advance in the industry, a professor, and a magazine publisher, and uses her expertise to host a weekly podcast to spotlight women of color within sports and show people what opportunities are available to them. And as an expert, she has plenty of knowledge to share, and she knows the different ways to reach her audience to promote her message.

Name of Episode: Expert Marketing with Magazine Publishing with Monique Smith

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In this episode, you will learn:

• About expert marketing and how to conduct it

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About Maria Dismondy

Keywords: marketing, picture books, author, writer, illustrator, bookseller, library, librarian, bookstore, publisher, publish, children's books, social media, visibility, readers, children

Episode #57

Name of Episode: Intentionally Building a Wild and Beautiful Life with Amanda Esch-Cormier

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A singer, an educator, and now a writer– Amanda Esch-Cormier does it all! Residing in Michigan with her husband and children, Amanda is the 2018 Glamour Women of the Year honoree and 2018 ESPY award recipient. She grew up in Michigan obsessed with old country music and managed to combine that love with her experience in education at the Country Music Hall of Fame, where she worked pre-pandemic. Now, she’s dabbling in writing children’s books, with her debut self-published book, Wild and Free, which began as a poem to her daughters and evolved into something bigger. Learn more about what kind of resources she used on her journey with self-publishing, how she markets her book now that it’s out, and the intersections between her interests.

In this episode, you will learn:

• About planning, scheduling, and connecting on social media for marketing

Find out more about Amanda here:

Website: https://www.amandaeschcormier.com/

Twitter: @amandamcormier

Facebook: @amandaeschcormier

TikTok: @amandaeschcormier

Instagram: @amandaeschcormier

Quote from show: “If you share stuff, people are more likely to share yours.”

About Maria Dismondy

Keywords: marketing, picture books, author, writer, illustrator, bookseller, library, librarian, bookstore, publisher, publish, children's books, social media, visibility, readers, children

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Inspired by the sweet and simple moments in life, Vana is professionally trained as an architect with an artist's heart. Her silhouette craft was first born as she began documenting the personality, emotion, and playfulness of her son Nikolas. Over the years she has established herself as a leading, honest, authentic voice of women in business, the balance of work and family, and how to foster creativity in everyday life. Now, as a mama to two busy boys, wife to her college sweetheart and the visionary of a labor-of-love brand, she strives to make a difference in her clients' lives.

Find out more about Vana here: https://vanachuppstudio.com/ 

About Maria Dismondy

Keywords: marketing, picture books, author, writer, illustrator, bookseller, library, librarian, bookstore, publisher, publish, children's books, social media, visibility, readers, children

Panelists include:

Carlos Aponte -- www.carlosaponteeditions.com

Duncan Tonatiuh -- www.duncantonatiuh.com

Cindy L. Rodriguez -- www.cindylrodriguez.com

Jorge Lacera -- www.studiolacera.com/

Claudia Martinez -- www.claudiaguadalupemartinez.com

About Maria Dismondy

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Dr. Artika R. Tyner is a passionate educator, author, sought after speaker, and advocate for justice. At the University of St. Thomas School of Law, Dr. Tyner serves as the founding director of the Center on Race, Leadership and Social Justice. She is committed to training students to serve as social engineers who create new inroads to justice and freedom.

Find out more about Artika here: www.artikatyner.com

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Keywords: marketing, picture books, author, writer, illustrator, bookseller, library, librarian, bookstore, publisher, publish, children's books, social media, visibility, readers, children

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Dan's love of reading started when he was young. He loved that he could escape into a world where magic and adventure existed. That love of books has followed him into adulthood and inspired and motivated him in almost every facet of his life, from his first career as a Forensic Scientist with the FBI to owning and operating Page Turner Literary Agency.

Find out more about Dan here:

www.pageturnerliteraryagency.com

Twitter: @PageTurnerLit

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In this episode, you will learn:

• About diversifying yourself in the book world (be in different groups to learn more)

Find out more about Katie here:

www.katie-sparks.com

About Maria Dismondy

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From simple sketches, to fully rendered illustrations, Lisa spends her days making art from a cozy studio in beautiful New Hampshire. Her illustrations have been featured on stationery, decor, and over 20 children’s picture books.

Lisa infuses joy and artistry into her creations, in the hopes of adding more happiness to the world one illustration at a time.

Find out more about Lisa here:

www.lisamgriffin.com

Social Media Handles:

https://www.instagram.com/lisamgriffinart/

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Find out more about Ingrid Seymour here: ingridseymour.com

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