In today's episode, I talk for just a few minutes about how important it is to inspire and encourage creativity in kids--whether that's your own kids or someone else's, we should all take every opportunity to help enrich kids' lives--and our own--with creativity. Then, I chat with author JoAnn Conner about publishing a children's book with her granddaughter, creating a book to help kids process when a parent has cancer, different methods of research, what an "author book" is and why it's important to use one, the difficulties in marketing and publishing, and tips for writers when doing research. She also mentions how great podcasts are and how important it is to embrace your fellow writers, which is something I'm often talking about.

JoAnn's socials:

Her website is on Facebook.

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: j.connerbooks

Kathleen's socials:

Websites: www.kathleenfoxx.com www.anchor.fm/kathleen-foxx www.moodpitch.org

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