Welcome to Episode Five of the Adventures in the Heart of Children's Book Authors podcast.

Join us as we explore the inspiring journey behind the children's book "The Adventures of Kaboose the Rocky Mountain Bear," co-authored by Rick and his granddaughter Kyra.

They share how their love for outdoor adventures in the small Rocky Mountain town of Bighead sparked the creation of Kaboose, an adventurous bear that embodies the beauty of nature and community.

The episode highlights their successful marketing strategy, demonstrating how a small-town media approach caught the attention of larger platforms, leading to radio interviews that boosted their book sales.

Rick and Kyra also discuss the importance of storytelling and creativity in fostering connections between generations and encouraging families to make memories together. Their experiences and insights invite listeners into the heart of children's literature and the joy it brings to young readers.

A radio interview hosted by Chris dela Torre of The HomeStretch on the Calgary-based CBC Radio Station is included.

As children's book authors, Granddaughter Kyra Dumoulin and Grandfather Papa Rick Harris, we are proud to have found a way to make this CBC Radio Interview available to you as listeners through our podcast show, Adventures in the Heart of Children's Book Authors.

HomeStretch CBC Radio Please visit our website, www.kaboosetherockymountainbear.com. We would love it if you could purchase our book, The Adventures of Kaboose the Rocky Mountain Bear.

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Takeaways:

• The podcast emphasizes the importance of local media in promoting children's books.
• Creating memories through storytelling can help bridge the gap between generations.
• Interviews and local interest can expand a small project into a larger audience.
• Encouraging creativity in children involves activities like writing and drawing their own stories.
• The Adventures of Kaboose the Rocky Mountain Bear aims to inspire children to appreciate nature and community.
• It's vital to cherish and share family experiences through storytelling and creative projects.

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