Adventures in the Heart of Children's Book Authors

Welcome to Episode Five of the Adventures in the Heart of Children's Book Authors podcast. (This podcast show can be found on Kaboose on the Rocky Mountain Bear website.)

This podcast episode is a little out of character for our podcast; however, as children's book readers and authors, we must share some of our challenges as authors.

In this episode, you hear Papa Rick and Kyra being interviewed by Canada's national radio station, CBC (Canadian Broadcasting Corporation), and even something as Canadian as CBC Radio doesn't always guarantee you are recognized as Canadian content.

As Children's Book readers, we hope you enjoy this podcast and hear how Kyra and I, Canadians with all Canadian content, could not publish this radio interview on Facebook because of our social media restrictions in Canada.

Many great children's book authors and readers may not even be aware of the challenges faced by Canadian social media laws.

Our dedication to introducing children's book authors to as many children's book readers as possible required Kyra and me to find a way around these laws.

We did find a way to get around the Government's Bill C-18, The Online News Act.

This legislation prevents us from posting our Canadian content news stories on Facebook and Instagram.

How can Canadian content not be viewed by Canadians?

Please listen to our interview on CBC Radio, and you will decide how we are not Canadian content.

The host interviewed us, Chris dela Torre of The HomeStretch, on the CBC Radio Station based in Calgary.

As children's book authors, Granddaughter Kyra Dumoulin and Grandfather Papa Rick Harris, we are proud to have found a way to make this CBC Radio Interview available to you as listeners through our podcast show, Adventures in the Heart of Children's Book Authors.

Enjoy and know that good intentions don't always happen as the government planned.

Please visit our website, www.kaboosetherockymountainbear.com. We would love it if you could purchase our book, The Adventures of Kaboose the Rocky Mountain Bear.

HomeStretch CBC Radio

https://www.cbc.ca/listen/live-radio/1-97-the-homestretch

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Children's Book Authors Radio Interview Blocked By Good Intentions

Children's Book Authors Radio Interview Blocked by Good Intentions As a self-published children's book author, we never thought the government's good intentions would hurt small business people as the government tries to prevent big tech firms from controlling the country's social media. Getting your book recognized as a children's book author is not as easy. In all of our research as children's book authors, the real work begins once you have written and published the book. As a self-published author, you have likely spent a small fortune writing, editing, illustrating, and formatting your book. Now, you want the world to read your book, but how do you get the word out? You hear the word marketing often, but as a self-published author, you would need a budget of hundreds to thousands of dollars on social ads, print ads or any major media outlets to get you the recognition you need to sell a ton of your books. Unfortunately, most self-published children's book authors don't have these funds. You must hit the street and drum up your support. When we published our first book, I contacted the local newspaper. The local newspaper was looking for a human-interest story and loved the idea of a granddaughter and grandfather writing a children's book together. They also loved that the book's story was about the main character's adventures in their backyard. We used a historic town in the Rocky Mountains in Alberta, Canada. The newspaper article was well-written and attracted the eye of a major Canadian radio station producer. The producer tracked us down and conducted the initial interview. She loved our background story of how our book came to life and booked us to be interviewed in the two largest radio markets in Alberta, Calgary and Edmonton. We were so excited. We planned to post these radio interviews on our social media accounts and create buzz. Please listen to our radio interview, and you will decide if any content impedes our fundamental democracy as Canadians. If you are listening in any other country in the world, listen to our interview, and you decide if this interview would interfere with your fundamental freedom for you or your country's independent press. (place CBC Radio Interview here) Unfortunately, this is where the Canadian government news conte...

Welcome to Episode Four of the Adventures in the Heart of Children's Book Authors podcast. (This podcast show can be found on Kaboose on the Rocky Mountain Bear website.)

This podcast episode is about our youngest grandson, Cooper and starting a new school year.

Papa Rick interviews Cooper about starting a new school experience.

As Children's Book readers, we hope you enjoy this podcast and hear how Cooper was inspired to become a children's book author and narrator.

There are many great children's book authors, and readers couldn't possibly read every book written.

Our dedication to introducing children's book authors like our grandson Cooper shows that the path to writing children's books can start at any age.

Cooper is a contributor behind the story Laughter in Learning and is the narrator of the audiobook Laughter in Learning.

Because our stories take place in the fictional town of Big Head, in the Rocky Mountains, Cooper picked an animal that is natural to the area.

Cooper's character in our story is a red fox.

Cheers, and Enjoy the Listen!

The episode unfolds a charming narrative as Cooper, a young boy, steps into the spotlight as the narrator of 'Laughter and Learning.'

His enthusiasm is infectious as he shares his experiences, from picking the character of a red fox—an animal he admires—to discovering the art of voice acting for the first time.

The podcast captures a unique blend of innocence and wisdom as Cooper discusses his daily life, including the excitement of a new school year filled with gym activities and electronics lessons. His candidness about making friends and learning new things paints a vivid picture of childhood, emphasizing the joy and challenges of growing up.

Cooper's reflections on the character of Cooper the Red Fox provide deeper insights into how storytelling can mirror real-life experiences.

Both he and Cooper the Red Fox use humour to forge connections and navigate social landscapes, illustrating the power of laughter as a unifying force among friends. As Cooper recounts a moment of conflict with a friend that was resolved through jokes, listeners are reminded of the importance of humour in relationships.

This theme resonates throughout the episode, showcasing how laughter can ease tensions and bring people together, making it a heartwarming listen for children and adults.

As the conversation progresses, Cooper shares valuable lessons learned through his storytelling journey. He emphasizes the significance of kindness, helpfulness, and a good personality in forming friendships. His newfound identity as a storyteller enriches the narrative, encouraging young listeners to embrace their creativity.

The episode concludes with Cooper imparting wisdom on the importance of humour and kindness, leaving the audience with a delightful reminder that storytelling is not just about entertainment but also about connection and personal growth. Overall, the podcast offers a delightful exploration of childhood creativity and the values of friendship, making it an engaging and enriching experience.

Takeaways:

• Cooper enjoyed narrating the audiobook, marking his first experience in voice acting.
• He chose a red fox as his character because foxes are one of his favourite animals.
• Cooper finds humour essential in making friends and diffusing difficult situations in life.
• Kindness and a good personality were highlighted as keys to making friends.
• Through the story, Cooper sees reflections on his own experiences, especially with his sister.
• Cooper is excited about new school activities, especially learning about electronics later this year.

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Getting to Know Cooper

Bailey Introduction to Adventures in the Heart of Children's Book Authors

Introduction to a Family of Children's Book Authors

Welcome to the Adventures in the Heart of Children's Book Authors podcast. Although a show focuses on children's book authors, our goal is to connect with children's book readers. With many podcast shows in the world, why this podcast? It's all about the story behind the story. The big difference between children's book authors and most authors, we all start out as children's book readers. Most of us have heard or read the stories of Mother Goose, Goldilocks and the Three Bears, Sleeping Beauty, and many more children's stories. If our podcast show can let children's book authors share how they brought their stories to life, including the inspiration behind the story, the characters, the lessons, and the moral of the story, our goal can be...

Welcome to Episode Three of the Adventures in the Heart of Children's Book Authors podcast. (This podcast show can be found on Kaboose on the Rocky Mountain Bear website.)

Join us as we explore the heartwarming adventures of Kaboose, the Rocky Mountain Bear, and her cousin Bailey, the Beaver.

In this episode, we explore the creation of their latest audiobook, "High Jinks at the Big Head Folk Music Festival," inspired by their experiences at the Canmore Folk Music Festival.

The conversation emphasizes the importance of capturing special moments and turning them into stories that can be relived and shared for generations.

Please tune in to discover how Bailey's insights and creativity shaped the story, inspiring listeners to embark on storytelling adventures.

This podcast episode was inspired by our family's attendance at Alberta, Canada's oldest folk festival.

Papa Rick interviews his middle granddaughter Bailey; as Children's Book readers, we hope you enjoy this podcast and hear how Bailey was inspired to become a children's book author and narrator.

There are many great children's book authors, and readers couldn't possibly read every book written.

Our dedication to introducing children's book authors like our granddaughter Bailey shows that the path to writing children's books can start at any age.

By sharing the inspiration and story behind how Bailey helped co-author our upcoming book, High Jinks at the Big Head Folk Music Festival, you can lower your risk when purchasing this book.

We hope you will also visit our website and support our mission to help other children's book authors write, publish, and market their books.

Bailey and Papa Rick talk about how an event-filled week created the story.

They discuss how writing the story led to reading it out loud and realizing that some of the words were not great for the children reading this story. They edited and reread the story until it sounded right.

As I mentioned, our mission is to interview children's book authors, help them find an audience and market their books. I would be remiss if I didn't introduce you to my co-authors and grandchildren of this book series, the Adventures of Kaboose, the Rocky Mountain Bear.

The Adventures of Kaboose, part of the Rocky Mountain Bear Book series, is about an adventurous bear who lives in Big Head in the Rocky Mountains.

Kaboose loves her family, friends, and community. She embraces Mother Nature and all her beauty and encourages all children to enjoy the adventures and the great outdoors.

In this episode, we introduce you to Bailey, my middle granddaughter, the co-author and narrator of our next book, High Jinks, at the Big Head Folk Music Festival.

We introduce a new character to our book series, Bailey the Beaver.

In the first part of this podcast, I describe in detail Bailey's Adventures at the Canmore Folk Music Festival, which is the inspiration behind our story, Bailey's character in our book, High Jinks at the Big Head Folk Music Festival.

I love Bailey's Insights. These are lessons for everyone's family.

We encourage you to embrace every special family moment because you never know if this will ever happen again.

Writing and recording a story as an audiobook is so much fun, even if you can't fund a print or illustrate children's book.

You can always write your story and record it in an audiobook format today.

The recording quality on most smartphones is remarkable, and you have a recording studio in your hand. If you enjoy the value of our podcast, visit our website, www.kaboosetherockymountainbear.com and join our storyteller's club level with your children or grandchildren.

We aim to produce a new audiobook every three weeks for your family's listening pleasure.

Cheers! Let the adventures begin.

Takeaways:

• The Adventures of Kaboose, the Rocky Mountain Bear series, encourages children to explore nature and enjoy outdoor activities with their families.
• Bailey, the middle granddaughter, shares her experiences and insights from the Canmore Folk Music Festival, inspiring listeners to create their own stories.
• Recording audiobooks allows families to relive cherished memories and transform them into engaging stories children can enjoy.
• The podcast emphasizes the importance of family bonding through storytelling, creating lasting memories during shared adventures.
• Listeners are encouraged to embrace special family moments and use them as inspiration for new stories.
• The quality of recording devices today makes it easy for anyone to create their audiobooks.

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Join us as we embark on a delightful journey through the enchanting world of Kaboose, the Rocky Mountain Bear, inspired by our family's cherished adventures in the breathtaking Rocky Mountains of Alberta, Canada.

This conversation features our oldest grandson, Leland, who has played a pivotal role in shaping our children's book series, contributing his unique insights and ideas.

Together, we reminisce about our shared experiences, from the magic of Canmore to the thrill of skiing at Lake Louise, and explore how these memories have become the foundation for captivating stories.

Leland shares his thoughts on the beauty of nature and his special bond with his cousin, Kyra, as they engage in countless adventures. With heartfelt reflections and vivid recollections, this episode showcases the joy of storytelling and the legacy of family connections woven into each tale.

Creating a Storyteller's Writing Canvas

I hope you will enjoy this podcast with my oldest grandson, Leland.

Sharing my grandkids' involvement in helping to write and narrate children's books shows readers and authors how fertile and creative our children or grandchildren can be.

These stories are very visual, and we use them as a guide to share with our illustrator to create incredible drawings as part of our children's picture books.

Sitting down and interviewing your children or grandchildren captures a moment in time and a time capsule treasure you can unearth through the years.

I love Leland's perspective on his time in the Canadian Rocky Mountains; he never considered his time there as a way to become a storyteller or narrator.

Interviewing Leland gives you, as a children's book reader or author, some insight from someone closer to the age of the children for whom our books are written.

I am fortunate to live in the same city as Leland and hang out with him often.

The neat thing about interviewing Leland as a children's book author and narrator is that I have known my grandson all of his life, and today's interview revealed some fun insights I had never heard from him before. Leland perceived things a little differently than what I thought he was thinking.

I am always amazed by the small details he remembers and how small things stick with him, even after several years.

Leland is narrating several of our children's Stories and will participate in Storyteller's Reading Circle Level on our website, kaboosetherockymountainbear.com.

Leland references many memories, including the Lunch Bucket Man. The Lunch Bucket Man is a statue dedicated to the coal miners whose blood, sweat, and tears helped establish the town of Canmore.

Canmore was a coal mining town, and the industry shut down in 1979. To pay homage to its history, Canmore erected a coal miner statue.

I also thought of the lunch bucket man as the coal miner, but the lunch bucket that the coal miner carried stuck with Leland.

The town of Canmore, which we reference in the podcast, inspired the setting of our birthplace of Kaboose, the town of Big Head.

As a children's book reader or author, you can see how preconceptions can lead you down a different writing path. These perceived differences can lay the foundation for all kinds of fun-filled stories.

The next time you get a chance with your child or grandchild, talk to them about something you did together and get their observations on this event; there are childhood treasures in those moments, so take time to unlock them.

Enjoy my conversations with Leland and his many times in Canmore, Banff, and the Bow Valley.

I engage in a captivating dialogue with their grandson, Leland, exploring the rich tapestry of memories woven through their adventures in the Rocky Mountains.

The episode emphasizes the collaborative spirit of creating their book series, The Adventures of Kaboose the Rocky Mountain Bear, where Leland's youthful insights bring a refreshing touch to the stories.

We share anecdotes highlighting the importance of their creative process, showcasing how Leland's ideas have influenced narratives aimed at young readers.

Our discussions invite listeners into the heart of the creative journey, where imagination meets real-life experiences.

Throughout the conversation, Leland recalls his first experiences in Canmore and the sensory memories associated with those trips—the sounds, smells, and sights rushing back with every mention of the Rockies.

This episode encapsulates the essence of family life, emphasizing how shared experiences can evolve into cherished stories that bridge generations.

As we reminisce about skiing trips, hikes along the Bow River, and family outings to local festivals, the listeners are reminded of the simple joys of life and the imp...

Today's episode is based on "Which Came First, Chicken or the Egg?"

Several years ago, scientists tried to prove which came first, and according to their research, the chicken came first. It had to do with cell formation, but I don't want to get too far down that Chicken Hole, lol!

That data was reported as evidence that the chicken was first, but even the scientists whose study it was weren't too convinced, with one of them calling the question "fun but pointless."

At the end of the day, as a children's book reader and author, I thought having fun was the point.

We, as humans, have always been inquisitive.

For the first several years of their lives, our children have asked us, as parents, grandparents, teachers, etc., many questions about ourselves and the world.

Whether you come to our podcast show as a children's book reader or author, you are both critical to the world of children's books.

As children's book authors, we have constantly been challenged to decide which comes first: choks or websites.

When we wrote our first book and knew we were going to self-publish, we had to think about ways we would be able to market the book.

We liked Amazon's platform to self-publish and sell our children's book; however, as a self-published author, you need to hit certain review levels on Amazon to get additional support from Amazon to support your book.

Even though your sales as a children's book author are excellent on Amazon, the thing that helps is the 4—and 5-star reviews. Why, and what is the Big Deal? Get you more support; the answer, as Amazon describes it, is simple: it is all about the algorithms.

Ratings and reviews tell the algorithms on Amazon that a book is well-liked and a good buy.

On Amazon, when an author receives 25 ratings for their book, Amazon automatically boosts the book in search results (so it shows up with more than just an exact title or author match).

You are trying to get your Children's Book written and illustrated as an author; however, how will readers, your audience and purchasing supporters find you without effective marketing?

Without your website, you can get lost in the avalanche of children's books published daily.

We launched our Children's Book, The Adventures of Kaboose the Rocky Mountain Bear, a few months before our website, www.kaboosetherockymountainbear.com.

We are proud of our website and receive excellent comments; you must keep giving people a reason to return to it repeatedly.

We have made our website the home of our podcast show, Adventures in the Heart of Children's Book Authors.

We are always interested in the opinions of Children's Book Readers and Children's Book Authors on how we can improve our website and podcast show; please send your comments to [email protected].

Mentioned in this episode:

Bailey Introduction to Adventures in the Heart of Children's Book Authors

Introduction to a Family of Children's Book Authors

Welcome to the Adventures in the Heart of Children's Book Authors podcast. Although a show focuses on children's book authors, our goal is to connect with children's book readers. With many podcast shows in the world, why this podcast? It's all about the story behind the story. The big difference between children's book authors and most authors, we all start out as children's book readers. Most of us have heard or read the stories of Mother Goose, Goldilocks and the Three Bears, Sleeping Beauty, and many more children's stories. If our podcast show can let children's book authors share how they brought their stories to life, including the inspiration behind the story, the characters, the lessons, and the moral of the story, our goal can be achieved. This introduction helps readers reaffirm if this is a children's book they wish to support and bring into their home library. In the first 10 episodes we will introduce you to the unique group of children's book authors, a grandpa, a grandma, and five grandchildren. Does this sound like a children...