In this episode, I talk with Paula Banks about her up-and-coming children's series and why you should leave any worries about being a writer behind and just do it.

Join me as I speak with financial guru Brooke Lapides as we discuss her new picture book, "Financial Fun from A - Z." Approved by my three-year-old, Brooke talks about how she formatted the book to coincide with pictures she created herself to make learning about financial terms fun.

Young adults must learn about complicated financial topics not touched on in school. Dionne Perry has created an age-appropriate series of books for kids and teens to learn more about what credit score is and how it can impact your life in more ways than one. Drawing from her personal experience, Dionne has created an award-winning series that both young adults and adults can learn from.

Today I will be talking to C.T. Carey, author of the fantasy series, The Cantatio Tales. CT talks to me about how his education and passion for mythology played a role in developing his series. CT also discusses where he got the idea for his Children's series, A Jack B. Nymble Mystery which introduces young readers to classic folk tales in an engaging and fun way.

Join me as I talk to author and illustrator Jon Seymour about creating a children's picture book and his insights into the psychology of children's literature.

Mark Lance, author of The Weber House, talks to me about how he incorporated personal experiences and history into a spooky tale for young adults.

Join me as I talk with author Sydney Walters and learn more about her book Acts of Grace. Sydney also shares her marketing expertise with us on promoting your book on social media.

Listen and learn what the Book Smuggler's Den podcast is all about!