Superpowers, Self-Publishing Success, and Sparking Young Readers' Love of Books

On this episode of "Reading with your Kids" we meet children's authors Alysson Bourque and Meredith Davis. First up is Alysson Bourque to celebrate her new children's book "Alleycat and the Sunday Scaries". She talked about how the book helps kids overcome fears by learning resilience from Alleycat and her friends. Alysson shared her journey from writing the series inspired by her own kids, to self-publishing success and being picked up by a traditional publisher. Later in the episode Meredith Davis celebrates her new middle grade novel "The Minor Miracle". The story follows a boy named Noah who discovers he can manipulate gravity. Meredith discussed why superheroes are so appealing to both children and adults, citing themes of empowerment. She emphasized finding one's own superpowers, including the power of reading. Meredith encouraged evaluating ideas and content through the lens of "true, good, and beautiful". Both authors provided advice for aspiring writers, stressing patience and perseverance. They highlighted the importance of engaging kids through personalized book recommendations and shared reading experiences between families. The interviews promoted literacy and creating understanding around the business of publishing. Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com