• The Reader's Heart | Guest: Debbi Michiko Florence

  • Jul 2 2024
  • Length: 38 mins
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The Reader's Heart | Guest: Debbi Michiko Florence

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  • In this episode Debbi Michiko Florence chats with Jennifer about her love for children's literature and the power of books to shape our hearts. She shares her own experiences as a reader, from her childhood memories of her parents reading to her and weekly trips to the library, to her rediscovery of reading for pleasure after college. Debbi emphasizes the importance of authentic representation in children's literature and the impact her books have on young readers, particularly those who see themselves reflected in her characters. She also discusses her upcoming middle grade series, Last Chance Academy, and the joy of writing sweet romances for tween and early teen readers.

    Show notes, including a discount code for purchasing the books mentioned in this episode from Bookelicious, can be found here.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Fan Appreciation

    01:08 Debbi's Reader's Heart

    07:06 Common themes in The Reader's Heart

    10:01 Books as safe spaces

    12:21 Creating authentic characters

    16:31 Debbi's journey as a writer

    20:15 The powerful first crush

    22: 12 Aliza Werner shout out

    28:35 Introducing Last Chance Academy

    34:14 Importance of stories that explore layered identities

    36:01 Wrap up and conclusions
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