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Travis Jonker and Colby Sharp
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The Yarn takes listeners behind the scenes of children's literature. Each episode features an author or illustrator talking about how they create books for young readers.

  1. 31 mei

    #262 Nancy Hudgins - BOOKS GOOD ENOUGH FOR YOU Unraveled

    In this episode, author Nancy Hudgins takes us behind the scenes of her nonfiction debut, BOOKS GOOD ENOUGH FOR YOU: The Storied Life of Ursula Nordstrom, Editor of Extraordinary Children's Books. Subscribe to Sharp Read on SubstackJoin thousands of children's lit supporters reading Colby's weekly dispatches from the classroom.Subscribe to 100 Scope Notes on SubstackA bi-weekly deep dive into the world of picture books, delivered to your inbox.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

    18 min.

  2. 24 mei

    #261 N. West Moss - BIRDY Unraveled

    In this episode, author N. West Moss takes us behind the scenes of her debut middle grade novel BIRDY Subscribe to Sharp Read on SubstackJoin thousands of children's lit supporters reading Colby's weekly dispatches from the classroom.Subscribe to 100 Scope Notes on SubstackA bi-weekly deep dive into the world of picture books, delivered to your inbox.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

    23 min.

  3. 26 apr

    #260 Philip Stead - A POTION, A POWDER, A LITTLE BIT OF MAGIC Unraveled

    In this episode, author/illustrator Philip Stead takes us behind the scenes of his first middle grade novel, A POTION, A POWDER, A LITTLE BIT OF MAGIC.

    39 min.

  4. 13 apr

    #259 Dan Santat - SASHIMI Unraveled

    In this episode, Caldecott Medal winning author/illustrator Dan Santat takes us behind the scenes of his graphic novel series, SASHIMI. Subscribe to Sharp Read on SubstackJoin thousands of children's lit supporters reading Colby's weekly dispatches from the classroom.Subscribe to 100 Scope Notes on SubstackA bi-weekly deep dive into the world of picture books, delivered to your inbox.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

    36 min.

  5. 22 mrt

    #258 Sara Pennypacker - THE LIONS' RUN Unraveled

    In this episode, bestselling author Sara Pennypacker takes us behind the scenes of her latest historical fiction novel, THE LION'S RUN. Subscribe to Sharp Read on SubstackJoin thousands of children's lit supporters reading Colby's weekly dispatches from the classroom.Subscribe to 100 Scope Notes on SubstackA bi-weekly deep dive into the world of picture books, delivered to your inbox.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

    20 min.

  6. 7 mrt

    #257 Jasmine Warga - THE UNLIKELY TALE OF CHASE AND FINNEGAN Unraveled

    In this episode, Newbery Honor-winning author Jasmine Warga takes us behind the scenes of her latest middle grade novel, THE UNLIKELY TALE OF CHASE AND FINNEGAN.

    20 min.
  7. #256 THE INVENTION OF HUGO CABRET - A Fuse 8 n' Kate Crossover Episode!

    25 feb

    #256 THE INVENTION OF HUGO CABRET - A Fuse 8 n' Kate Crossover Episode!

    Welcome to a special crossover episode with Fuse 8 n' Kate! For their 400th episode, Betsy and Kate invited Colby Sharp and Travis Jonker to debate the longest Caldecott Medal book of all time: THE INVENTION OF HUGO CABRET. Is it a classic? Is it a picture book? The group ponders these big questions.

    42 min.

  8. 7 feb

    #255 Elisha Cooper - THE RARE BIRD Unraveled

    In this episode, Caldecott Honor winning artist Elisha Cooper takes us behind the scenes of his latest picture book, THE RARE BIRD.

    28 min.
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The Yarn takes listeners behind the scenes of children's literature. Each episode features an author or illustrator talking about how they create books for young readers.

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  • Maker
    Travis Jonker and Colby Sharp
  • Jaren actief
    2015 - 2026
  • Afleveringen
    262
  • Beoordeling
    Veilig
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Yarn
  • Website van aflevering
    The Yarn

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