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This is the podcast You May Contribute a Verse, where we talk to kidlit creators, share their stories, and learn from their journeys.
Ana Siqueira is a beacon of dedication and inspiration! Her latest books VERA LA VALIENTE and STICKY HERMANA come out in August and October 2025, respectively, and both are equally wonderful.
This episode was proudly sponsored by Tielmour Press.
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This episode’s book reviews:
MISTACO! A TALE OF TRAGEDY Y TORTILLAS by Eliza Kinkz
DINOSAURS: A SHINE-A-LIGHT BOOK by Sara Hurst, illustrated by Lucy Cripps
FORTS by Katie Venit, illustrated by Kenard Pak
The artwork for You May Contribute a Verse features our quokka mascot, Versey, and was generously created by the great Maddie Frost! Find her on IG @hellomaddiefrost or on her website Maddie-Frost.com
Our theme music is So Happy by Scott Holmes. You can find more of his music at scottholmesmusic.com
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You May Contribute A Verse
This is the podcast You May Contribute a Verse, where we talk to kidlit creators, share their stories, and learn from their journeys.
