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EPISODE 65: The Journey of Small Publisher Founder Karen Chan, CEO of Gloo Books: Inclusivity in Children's Literature


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​In this episode of Way-Word Writers, Heather Cashman, Stephanie Bearce, and Nicki Jacobsmeyer welcome Karen Chan, founder of Gloo Books, a children's publishing company dedicated to creating inclusive and compassionate content. Karen discusses her inspiration behind starting Gloo Books, her journey as an entrepreneur and publisher, and shares valuable insights into the independent publishing industry. The conversation covers the importance of diverse representation in children's literature, the challenges faced by small publishers, and the unique advantages they have in connecting directly with readers and having creative freedom.

00:00 Introduction to Way-Word Writers
00:37 Meet Karen Chan: Founder of Gloo Books
01:46 The Inspiration Behind Gloo Books
03:53 Challenges and Triumphs of a Small Publisher
06:13 Direct Sales and Reader Engagement
08:53 Advantages of Being a Small Publisher
13:10 Balancing Creativity and Business
18:33 Future of Independent Publishing
20:41 Conclusion and Farewell

Find out more about Karen Chan and Gloo Books HERE!




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