The We Make Children’s Books Podcast

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We Make Children’s Books is a podcast that invites you to step into the creative minds of children’s book authors and artists. Each episode takes listeners on a journey through the imaginative process of bringing stories to life for young readers. From the initial spark of an idea to the final illustrations, this podcast explores the unique and often surprising ways that authors and artists craft their stories. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or simply a lover of children’s literature, We Make Children’s Books offers a behind-the-scenes look at the magic that goes into creating books that inspire and delight young readers.

  1. 5D AGO

    (Episode 34): Drawing Heroes - Lisa Kollins on The Superhero Project's Impactful Journey

    #SuperheroProject #InspiringStories #DisabilitiesAwareness #MentalHealthSupport #TransformingLives #ResilientKids In this episode, we interview Lisa Kollins, the Founder of The Superhero Project. Discover the incredible work of this internationally acclaimed initiative that empowers children and teens facing serious illnesses and disabilities. Through interviews, they express their aspirations beyond their diagnoses. Collaborating with artists, their descriptions are transformed into visually stunning superhero alter egos. Families receive inspiring posters of their child's superhero. Join us to be inspired by The Superhero Project's storytelling magic. Visit https://www.superheroprojectkids.org/home to learn more. The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid.  See more of Morgan’s Work at: https://morganquaid.com/ Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg’s work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/ Follow us:  Curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

    41 min

  2. FEB 9

    (Episode 33): RG de Rouen: Books for Benjamin

    We are excited to have with us the widely acclaimed, award-winning & highly talented Children’s Book Author of ‘Books for Benjamin’, Mr. Rico deRouen!  We had a great time chatting about the importance of making sure as a children’s book author does not use a passive voice in their narration was a new piece of advice I had not heard yet.   Rico also had some great tips and advice for new and seasoned authors.  See more of Mr. Rico and his Work at: https://www.rgderouen.com/ The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid.  See more of Morgan’s Work at: https://morganquaid.com/ Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg’s work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/ Follow us:  Curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ https://twitter.com/storycomic1 For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com  Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

    31 min

  3. FEB 2

    (Episode 32): Ben Hatke, Writer, Artist, Author

    #benhatke #childrensbooks #childrensbookauthor #zitathespacegirl #mightyjack #comics  We are excited to have with us  the internationally acclaimed and Eisner award winning Author, Illustrator and Graphic Novelist, Ben Hatke! He is here to chat about his latest book: ‘Reynard’s Tale’, his upcoming book, ‘Things in the Basement’ and we also chatted about world-building and his creation process. Ben also talked about what type of Dungeons and Dragons character he enjoys playing.  See Ben’s work at: http://www.benhatke.com The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid.  See more of Morgan’s Work at: https://morganquaid.com/ Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg’s work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/ Follow us:  Curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ https://twitter.com/storycomic1 For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com  Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

    35 min

  4. JAN 26

    (Episode 31): Marc Hughes: Illustrator and Cartoonist

    We are excited to have with us the Vermont famed & highly talented illustrator and cartoonist Marc Hughes!  We enjoyed chatting about how cartooning has evolved over the last 30 years and the importance between caricature work and illustration work.  We also were able to chat about his latest foray into writing.  See more of Marc’s Work at: https://marchughes.com If you want to see the news report of Marc’s cartooning at the UVM Medical Center: https://www.wcax.com/2021/05/11/hospital-health-screener-brings-joy-through-cartoons/ Marc’s Author website is at: https://marchughesbooks.com The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid.  See more of Morgan’s Work at: https://morganquaid.com/ Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg’s work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/ Follow us:  Curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ https://twitter.com/storycomic1 For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com    Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

    32 min

  5. JAN 19

    (Episode 30): Eric Gapstur, Sort of Super

    We are excited to have with us  the internationally acclaimed and nominated Author, Illustrator, and Cartoonist, Eric Gapstur He is here to chat about his latest book: ‘The Magma Cup’  It is the second book in his well-regarded YA graphic novel series, ‘Sort of Super’ See Eric’s work at: https://www.ericgapstur.com/ The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid.  See more of Morgan’s Work at: https://morganquaid.com/ Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg’s work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/ Follow us:  Curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ https://twitter.com/storycomic1 For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com  Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

    34 min

  6. JAN 12

    (Episode 29): Jim Petipas: The Cows Go Moo

    We are excited to have with us  the widely acclaimed & highly talented Author, Illustrator, and Songwriter of The Cows Go Moo, Jim Petipas!  We had a great time chatting about the importance of music with children’s books and why perseverance is paramount to getting a book written.   Jim also had some great tips and advice for new and seasoned authors.  See more of Jim and his Work at: https://thecowsgomoo.com/ Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg’s work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/ Follow us:  Curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ https://twitter.com/storycomic1 For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

    45 min

  7. JAN 5

    (Episode 28): Dan Abdo: Children’s Book Creator

    We are excited to have the internationally acclaimed & highly talented co-creator behind Blue, Barry, and Pancakes and Barb the Last Berserker, Dan Abdo!  We had a great time chatting about the worldbuilding process of a beloved children’s graphic novel series and the benefits of technology that allow such close collaboration with a teammate hundreds of miles away.  See more of Dan and Jason’s Work at: https://www.danandjason.net/ Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg’s work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/ Follow us:  Curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ https://twitter.com/storycomic1 For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com  Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

    35 min

  8. 12/29/2025

    (Episode 27): Bryan Ballinger: Faulty Dogs, Children’s Books, & Murals

    We are excited to have with us the internationally acclaimed & highly talented Teacher, Children's Book Author, Painter, Photographer, and Toy Designer, Bryan Ballinger! We also chatted about his upcoming book, The Big Wig Parade, which will be available on May 9th. You can order the book here:  https://www.amazon.com/dp/1648230253 See more of Bryan’s Work at: https://www.breadwig.com/ Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg’s work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/ Follow us:  Curious to see the audio version of this interview? It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ https://twitter.com/storycomic1 For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com  Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

    29 min
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We Make Children’s Books is a podcast that invites you to step into the creative minds of children’s book authors and artists. Each episode takes listeners on a journey through the imaginative process of bringing stories to life for young readers. From the initial spark of an idea to the final illustrations, this podcast explores the unique and often surprising ways that authors and artists craft their stories. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or simply a lover of children’s literature, We Make Children’s Books offers a behind-the-scenes look at the magic that goes into creating books that inspire and delight young readers.

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