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	Title	Pub. Date	Duration
	#238 Aida Salazar & Molly Mendoza - JOVITA WORE PANTS Unraveled	31 May 2025	00:23:55
In this episode, author Aida Salazar and illustrator Molly Mendoza take us behind the scenes of their Caldecott Honor winning book JOVITA WORE PANTS: THE STORY OF A MEXICAN FREEDOM FIGHTER This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#237 Pablo Cartaya - A HERO'S GUIDE TO SUMMER VACATION Unraveled	17 May 2025	00:26:43
In this episode, New York Times bestselling author Pablo Cartaya takes us behind the scenes of his new middle grade novel, A HERO'S GUIDE TO SUMMER VACATION. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#228 Colby & Travis - 2025 Preview	12 Jan 2025	00:27:13
In this episode, Colby and Travis look ahead to the new year in children's books. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#138 Andrea Wang - WATERCRESS Unraveled (Pt. 1)	24 Apr 2021	00:15:40
In this episode, author Andrea Wang takes us behind the scenes of her picture book WATERCRESS, illustrated by Jason Chin. This episode is sponsored by Read the World: Rethinking Literacy for Empathy and Action in a Digital Age by Kristin Ziemke and Katie Muhtaris and published by Heinemann. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#137 Travis Jonker - BLUE FLOATS AWAY Unraveled	31 Mar 2021	00:10:18
Travis Jonker takes us behind the scenes of his second book BLUE FLOATS AWAY, illustrated by Grant Snider. This episode is sponsored by Risk. Fail. Rise. A Teacher's Guide to Learning from Mistakes, written by M. Colleen Cruz and published by Heinemann. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#136 Rajani LaRocca - RED, WHITE, AND WHOLE Unraveled	27 Mar 2021	00:26:08
In this episode, author (and doctor) Rajani LaRocca takes us behind the scenes of her middle grade novel-in-verse, RED, WHITE, AND WHOLE. This episode is sponsored by Risk. Fail. Rise. A Teacher's Guide to Learning from Mistakes, written by M. Colleen Cruz and published by Heinemann. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#135 Tae Keller - WHEN YOU TRAP A TIGER Unraveled	27 Feb 2021	00:30:47
In this episode Tae Keller takes us behind the scenes of her Newbery Medal winning book, WHEN YOU TRAP A TIGER. This episode is sponsored by BREATHING NEW LIFE INTO BOOK CLUBS: A PRACTICAL GUIDE FOR TEACHERS, written by Sonja Cherry-Paul and published by Heinemann. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#134 Gary Paulsen	13 Feb 2021	00:37:31
In this episode, author Gary Paulsen talks about his life and career, the impact of HATCHET, and his latest book, GONE TO THE WOODS. (FYI: This episode contains two instances of mature language.) This episode is sponsored by BREATHING NEW LIFE INTO BOOK CLUBS: A PRACTICAL GUIDE FOR TEACHERS, written by Sonja Cherry-Paul and published by Heinemann. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#133 Christina Soontornvat - ALL THIRTEEN Unraveled	26 Jan 2021	00:31:18
On Monday, January 25th, author Christina Soontornvat became only the second person in history to be awarded two Newbery Honors in the same year. In this episode, Christina takes us behind the scenes of one of those books - ALL THIRTEEN: THE INCREDIBLE CAVE RESCUE OF THE THAI BOYS' SOCCER TEAM This episode is sponsored by Heinemann and their professional book Reading to Make a Difference by Lester L. Laminack and Katie Kelly This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#132 Colby & Travis - 2021 Preview	23 Jan 2021	00:50:22
In this episode, Colby and Travis look ahead to the new year in children's books. This episode is sponsored by Heinemann and their professional book Reading to Make a Difference by Lester L. Laminack and Katie Kelly This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#131 Colby & Travis - 2020 Year in Review	30 Dec 2020	01:07:11
In this special extended episode, Colby and Travis discuss the year that was in children's literature. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#130 Mike Curato - FLAMER Unraveled	13 Dec 2020	00:21:09
In this episode, author/illustrator Mike Curato takes us behind the scenes of his debut YA graphic novel, FLAMER. This episode is sponsored by Heinemann and their professional book Read the World: Rethinking Literacy for Empathy and Action in a Digital Age by Kristin Ziemke and Katie Muhtaris. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#129 Christopher Paul Curtis - THE WATSONS GO TO BIRMINGHAM Turns 25!	25 Nov 2020	00:26:28
In this episode, author Christopher Paul Curtis takes us behind the scenes of his debut novel, THE WATSONS GO TO BIRMINGHAM - 1963. The Newbery Honor-winning book turns 25 this year. This episode is sponsored by Heinemann and their professional book A TEACHER'S GUIDE TO READING CONFERENCES by Jennifer Serravallo. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#227 Colby & Travis - 2024 Children's Literature Year in Review	31 Dec 2024	01:09:59
In this special extended episode, Colby and Travis discuss the year that was in children's literature. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#128 Matthew Cordell - HELLO, NEIGHBOR Unraveled	20 Nov 2020	00:31:55
Caldecott Medalist Matthew Cordell takes us behind the scenes of his picture book biography of Mr. Rogers, HELLO, NEIGHBOR. This episode is sponsored by Heinemann and their professional book A TEACHER'S GUIDE TO READING CONFERENCES by Jennifer Serravallo. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#127 Kimberly Brubaker Bradley - FIGHTING WORDS Unraveled	28 Oct 2020	00:15:09
In this episode, Newbery Honor-winning author Kimberly Brubaker Bradley takes us behind the scenes of her novel FIGHTING WORDS. This episode is sponsored by BREATHING NEW LIFE INTO BOOK CLUBS: A PRACTICAL GUIDE FOR TEACHERS, written by Sonja Cherry-Paul and published by Heinemann. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#126 Grace Lin - A BIG MOONCAKE FOR LITTLE STAR Unraveled	18 Oct 2020	00:15:59
In this episode, author/illustrator Grace Lin takes us behind the scenes of her Caldecott Honor winning book, A BIG MOONCAKE FOR LITTLE STAR. This episode is sponsored by BREATHING NEW LIFE INTO BOOK CLUBS: A PRACTICAL GUIDE FOR TEACHERS, written by Sonja Cherry-Paul and published by Heinemann. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#125 Abby Wambach - WOLFPACK Unraveled	26 Sep 2020	00:21:28
In this episode, United States soccer legend Abby Wambach takes us behind the scenes of her book, WOLFPACK (Young Readers Edition). This episode is sponsored by It's All About the Books, written by Tammy Mulligan and Clare Landrigan and published by Heinemann. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#124 Oge Mora (Pt. 2) - SATURDAY Unraveled	23 Sep 2020	00:15:18
In this episode (part two of two), author/illustrator Oge Mora takes us behind the scenes of her Boston Globe-Horn Book Award winner, SATURDAY. This episode is sponsored by It's All About the Books, written by Tammy Mulligan and Clare Landrigan and published by Heinemann. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#123 The Yarn Turns Five	29 Aug 2020	00:07:46
The Yarn podcast is five years old! In this episode, Colby looks back on how it all began, and looks ahead to the coming school year, with wise words from a well-known author. This episode is sponsored by Reading to Make a Difference, written by Lester L. Laminack and Katie Kelly and published by Heinemann. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#122 Oge Mora (Pt. 1) - THANK YOU, OMU! Unraveled	19 Aug 2020	00:16:38
In this episode (part one of two), author/illustrator Oge Mora takes us behind the scenes of her Caldecott Honor-winning book, THANK YOU, OMU! This episode is sponsored by Reading to Make a Difference, written by Lester L. Laminack and Katie Kelly and published by Heinemann. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#121 Jeff Kinney - DIARY OF A WIMPY KID (and More)	29 Jul 2020	00:21:59
In this episode, author/illustrator/cartoonist Jeff Kinney takes us behind the scenes of his bestselling series, DIARY OF A WIMPY KID and new Rowley Jefferson spinoff books. Jeff talks about his unorthodox creative process, his latest (social distanced) book tour, his favorite grade-school teacher, and shares some hopeful words to educators about the upcoming school year. This episode is sponsored by A Teacher's Guide to Reading Conferences, written by Jennifer Serravallo and published by Heinemann. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#120 What is Bookshop?	21 Jul 2020	00:13:59
In this episode, Colby talks with Sarah High, partnerships manager for Bookshop, a startup that's taking on Amazon and supporting independent bookstores. This episode is sponsored by A Teacher's Guide to Reading Conferences, written by Jennifer Serravallo and published by Heinemann. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#119 Gordon C. James & Derrick Barnes - I AM EVERY GOOD THING Unraveled	21 Jun 2020	00:30:04
In this special extended episode, author Derrick Barnes and illustrator Gordon C. James discuss their picture books CROWN and the upcoming I AM EVERY GOOD THING. This episode is sponsored by penguinclassroom.com. This episode is sponsored by Heinemann, and their professional book The Artful Read Aloud by Rebecca Bellingham. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#226 Jerzy Drozd - THE INSCRUTABLE DOCTOR BAER Unraveled	21 Dec 2024	00:24:00
In this episode, comics creator Jerzy Drozd takes us behind the scenes of his graphic novel THE INSCRUTABLE DOCTOR BAER AND THE CASE OF THE TWO-FACED STATUE. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#118 James Preller & Mary GrandPré - ALL WELCOME HERE Unraveled	15 Jun 2020	00:14:17
Author James Preller and illustrator Mary GrandPré take us behind the scenes of their haiku school story picture book, ALL WELCOME HERE. This episode is sponsored by Heinemann, and their professional book The Artful Read Aloud by Rebecca Bellingham. Additional music in this episode is by Butterfly Woke by Jeris (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/VJ_Memes/61357 Ft: airtone This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#117 Jason Reynolds (Re-Release)	02 Jun 2020	00:20:20
In this episode (originally released in December 2016), author Jason Reynolds takes us behind the scenes of his novel, GHOST. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#116 An Indie Bookstore During a Pandemic w/ Joanna Parzakonis	23 May 2020	00:33:10
In this episode, Colby talks with Joanna Parzakonis about her path to opening an independent bookstore in Kalamazoo, MI (This Is a Bookstore & Bookbug), and how the pandemic is affecting business. This episode is sponsored by Heinemann, and their professional book READ THE WORLD by Kristin Ziemke and Katie Muhtaris. Use the code MAYEDU during the month of May to receive 40% off the list price and free shipping within the U.S. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#115 Mitali Perkins - BETWEEN US AND ABUELA Unraveled	30 Apr 2020	00:15:02
Author Mitali Perkins takes us behind the scenes of her picture book, BETWEEN US AND ABUELA: A FAMILY STORY FROM THE BORDER, illustrated by Sara Palacios. This episode is sponsored by Heinemann and their professional book A TEACHER'S GUIDE TO READING CONFERENCES by Jennifer Serravallo. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#114 Donalyn Miller & Colby - Book Access	06 Apr 2020	00:31:02
In this episode, host Colby Sharp talks with Donalyn Miller (The Book Whisperer) about a topic close to both of their hearts - book access for kids. This episode is sponsored by Heinemann and their professional book A TEACHER'S GUIDE TO READING CONFERENCES by Jennifer Serravallo This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#113 Eoin Colfer - ARTEMIS FOWL	31 Mar 2020	00:13:03
Author Eoin Colfer takes us behind the scenes of his wildly popular ARTMIS FOWL series. This episode is sponsored by Heinemann and their professional book READ THE WORLD. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#112 Sandra Neil Wallace - BETWEEN THE LINES Unraveled	26 Mar 2020	00:11:28
Author (and former ESPN anchor) Sandra Neil Wallace takes us behind the scenes of her Orbis Pictus award-winning nonfiction picture book, BETWEEN THE LINES: HOW ERNIE BARNES WENT FROM THE FOOTBALL FIELD TO THE ART GALLERY, illustrated by Bryan Collier. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#111 Shannon & Dean Hale - THE PRINCESS IN BLACK	22 Feb 2020	00:22:30
Co-authors Shannon and Dean Hale take us behind the scenes of their beloved series THE PRINCESS IN BLACK, illustrated by LeUyen Pham This episode is sponsored by Heinemann and their professional book READING TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#110 A.S. King - DIG Unraveled	09 Feb 2020	00:24:01
Author A.S. King takes us behind the scenes of her YA novel, DIG, which recently won the 2020 Michael L. Printz Award. This episode is sponsored by Heinemann and their professional book READING TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#109 Kate DiCamillo - WINN-DIXIE Turns 20	22 Jan 2020	00:12:12
Colby calls author Kate DiCamillo to talk about the 20 year legacy of her book, BECAUSE OF WINN-DIXIE. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#225 Mac Barnett & Sydney Smith - SANTA'S FIRST CHRISTMAS Unraveled	30 Nov 2024	00:33:35
In this episode, Mac Barnett and Sydney Smith take us behind the scenes of their picture book SANTA'S FIRST CHRISTMAS. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#108 Colby & Travis - 2020 Preview	05 Jan 2020	00:32:55
Colby and Travis discuss the year ahead in children's literature. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#107 Colby & Travis - 2019 Year in Review	24 Dec 2019	00:57:07
Colby and Travis discuss the year that was in children's literature. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#106 Andrew Clements (Re-Release)	03 Dec 2019	00:17:35
Author Andrew Clements talks about his path from teacher to writer, and takes us behind the scenes of his books THE LOSERS CLUB and FRINDLE. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#105 Alicia D. Williams - Path to Publication, Part IV: An Agent, An Auction, A Book Deal	24 Nov 2019	00:35:49
In 2015, we sent soon-to-be debut author Alicia D. Williams an audio recorder. We were hoping she would be willing to document her experience of publishing her first book, GENESIS BEGINS AGAIN. Over the course of a few episodes, Alicia will share her story. In this episode, Alicia talks about her struggle to find her true creative calling, and her struggles to overcome inadequacy and publish her debut novel. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#104 Dave Eggers - ABNER & IAN GET RIGHT-SIDE UP Unraveled	10 Nov 2019	00:12:45
Author Dave Eggers talks about writing for kids and takes us behind the scenes of his picture book ABNER & IAN GET RIGHT-SIDE UP. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#103 Alicia D. Williams - Path to Publication, Part III: What's Your Process?	26 Oct 2019	00:11:10
In 2015, we sent soon-to-be debut author Alicia D. Williams an audio recorder. We were hoping she would be willing to document her experience of publishing her first book, GENESIS BEGINS AGAIN. Over the course of a few episodes, Alicia will share her story. In this episode, Alicia talks about her struggle to find a writing process that works. This episode is sponsored by Heinemann and their professional book THE ARTFUL READ-ALOUD. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#102 Bob Shea - UNICORN Books Unraveled	06 Oct 2019	00:14:35
Author/illustrator Bob Shea takes us behind the scenes of his books UNICORN THINKS HE'S PRETTY GREAT and UNICORN IS MAYBE NOT SO GREAT AFTER ALL. Bob also shares the greatest author visit story of all time. This episode is sponsored by Heinemann and their professional book THE ARTFUL READ-ALOUD. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#101 Alicia D. Williams - Path to Publication, Part II: Hopes and Fears at 3 a.m.	24 Sep 2019	00:37:52
In 2015, we sent soon-to-be debut author Alicia D. Williams an audio recorder. We were hoping she would be willing to document her experience of publishing her first book, GENESIS BEGINS AGAIN. Over the course of a few episodes, Alicia will share her story. In this episode, Alicia can't sleep. It's 3 a.m. and she turns on the mic to talk about her publishing hopes and fears. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#100 Colby and Travis - The Yarn Unraveled	07 Sep 2019	01:08:33
In this special, extended episode of the show, Colby Sharp and Travis Jonker discuss the evolution of The Yarn podcast. They share their favorite (and funniest) moments, interviews, and episodes. This episode is sponsored by BREATHING NEW LIFE INTO BOOK CLUBS, published by Heinemann. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#99 Alicia D. Williams - Path to Publication, Part I: Book Deal and Social Media	24 Aug 2019	00:10:03
In 2015, we sent soon-to-be debut author Alicia D. Williams an audio recorder. We were hoping she would be willing to document her experience of publishing her first book, GENESIS BEGINS AGAIN. Over the course of a few episodes, Alicia will share her story. Should you tell people you have a book deal when the book is a long way off? And how does a debut author navigate the world of social media? Alicia addresses both these topics in this episode. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#224 Mac Barnett & Shawn Harris - THE FIRST CAT IN SPACE Unraveled	24 Nov 2024	00:29:34
In this episode, Mac Barnett and Shawn Harris take us behind the scenes of their bestselling graphic novel series THE FIRST CAT IN SPACE, including the latest installment, THE WRATH OF THE PAPERCLIP. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#98 Dan Santat - HAROLD & HOG: PRETEND FOR REAL Unraveled	03 Aug 2019	00:20:49
Author/illustrator Dan Santat takes us behind the scenes of his latest, HAROLD & HOG PRETEND FOR REAL, as well as his books BEEKLE, ARE WE THERE YET, AFTER THE FALL, and DRAWN TOGETHER. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#97 Adam Gidwitz How Adam Gidwitz Went From Being A Bad Teacher to a Great Author	27 Jul 2019	00:24:44
Author Adam Gidwitz shares his journey to becoming a published author. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?
	#96 Meg Medina - MERCI SUÁREZ CHANGES GEARS Unraveled LIVE	29 Jun 2019	00:35:22
Author Meg Medina takes us behind the scenes of her Newbery Medal winning book, MERCI SUÁREZ CHANGES GEARS. This special extended episode was recorded in front of a live audience at the 2019 American Library Association Annual Conference in Wachington D.C. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?

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