Gather, a KidLit Podcast

Gather: A Kidlit Podcast

Listen in as we talk to kidlit creators about the craft of writing and illustrating books for children, and take a deeper look at what’s happening at the Highlights Foundation.

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Podcast: Jane Yolen On Process, Picture Books & Poetry

Podcast: Jane Yolen On Process, Picture Books & Poetry

Jane Yolen talks about the writing community and her writing process. In this episode, hear George talk to Jane about: Writing picture books Taking idea walks Her butt-in-chair writing process Her early involvement with SCBWI The writing community, and giving back...

Podcast: Alex Villasante talks about being a debut author

Podcast: Alex Villasante talks about being a debut author

Alex Villasante talks to George Brown about being a debut author and: Coming to Summer Camp as an attendee, and returning to the campus as faculty--the ongoing learning at Highlights The process of being published Checking in with her characters on a daily basis...

Podcast: Meg Medina Talks About Nurturing Your Artistic Voice

Podcast: Meg Medina Talks About Nurturing Your Artistic Voice

Meg Medina talks about Nurturing Your Artistic Voice. In this episode, hear George talk to Meg about: Being blown off course in the process of becoming a writer or illustrator Writing a mission statement for yourself: a vision for what you want your life to look like...

Podcast: Christine Heppermann & Deborah Kovacs: Writing the Unreal

Podcast: Christine Heppermann & Deborah Kovacs: Writing the Unreal

Christine Heppermann and Deborah Kovacs discuss the Writing the Unreal workshop and their many roles in the publishing industry. In this episode, hear George talk to Christine and Deborah about: 10 years of the Writing the Unreal Whole Novel Workshop The incredible...

Podcast: Angela Dominguez: Finding Inspiration in Family Stories

Podcast: Angela Dominguez: Finding Inspiration in Family Stories

An interview with Angela Dominguez, featured artist for our 2019 Visual Arts Exhibit. Artwork from Angela’s book Sing, Don’t Cry will be displayed at our Retreat Center, in the Barn, for the entire 2019 workshop season. In this episode, hear Angela and Alison talk...

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