Rooted in the belief that our world needs the magic of children’s literature now more than ever, the Reader’s Heart podcast captures conversations with authors and illustrators about children’s literature as a vehicle for empathy and joy in a dark world.
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Rooted in the belief that our world needs the magic of children’s literature now more than ever, the Reader’s Heart podcast captures conversations with authors and illustrators about children’s literature as a vehicle for empathy and joy in a dark world.
In this episode, Jennifer chats with Rex Ogle to talk about his journey from working behind the scenes in publishing to becoming one of the most beloved authors writing for young readers. Their conversation explores the importance of normalizing discussions around mental health, and why it's crucial to have more books that help boys navigate what it truly means to “be a man” in a world that too often rewards toxic masculinity.
Show notes, episode transcripts and other goodies can be found here.
Chapters
Introduction and Friendship Goals
Reading Preferences and Habits
Writing Process and Organization
Community and Support in Kidlit
Exploring Difficult Topics in Writing
Understanding Complexity in Human Behavior
Lessons from Family and Personal Growth
The Journey of Writing and Rejection
Connecting with Readers and Their Experiences
The Impact of Sharing Personal Stories
Navigating Mental Health and Personal Healing
The Importance of Representation in Literature
Creating Stories for Boys and Challenging Norms
The Reader’s Heart Podcast
Rooted in the belief that our world needs the magic of children’s literature now more than ever, the Reader’s Heart podcast captures conversations with authors and illustrators about children’s literature as a vehicle for empathy and joy in a dark world.
