The Children’s Author Show

Designed for aspiring and developing children’s authors wanting to expand their author brand, this podcast has self-publishing training, interviews with authors and industry experts, and round table discussions on fun and interesting topics.

The Children’s Author Show is a arts podcast hosted by Andy Coats, with 12 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Andy Coats hosts The Children’s Author Show, a arts show with 12 episodes published.

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  Episode #12

  How to have Incredible School Visits as a Children's Author - Top 10 Tips

  May 18, 202539 minS1

  <p>Summary</p><p>In this episode of the Children's Author Show, host Andy Coats shares his Top 10 tips for children's authors on how to effectively conduct school visits. He emphasizes the importance of customizing presentations, building on past experiences, and focusing on one school at a time. Coats also discusses the significance of having a compelling sales pitch, making intentional contact with schools, simplifying contracts, and the necessity of charging for visits. He highlights the need for a dynamic presentation and providing takeaways for students, as well as supporting schools with promotional resources.</p><p><br/></p><p>Takeaways<...

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  Episode #11

  How To Do Children's Author EVENTS like a PRO!

  May 4, 202549 minS1

  <p>Summary</p><p>In this episode of The Children's Author Show, Andy Coats discusses the significance of participating in author events such as fairs and festivals. He emphasizes that these events are not primarily about making money, but about building connections, branding, and establishing a local presence. Andy shares practical insights on setting realistic expectations, networking with other authors and readers, and creating an engaging booth setup to attract attendees. He highlights the importance of being present in the community and the energizing experience of interacting with readers and fellow authors. In this conversation, Andy Coats shares his insights...

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  Episode #10

  Expanding Your Children's Author Brand with Audiobooks - featuring The Audiobook Wizard

  Apr 13, 202546 minS1

  <p>Summary</p><p>In this conversation, Richard Rieman, an expert in children's audiobooks known as The Audiobook Wizard, discusses the importance of making literature accessible to all children, including those with visual impairments. He shares his journey from being a radio news reporter to becoming a wizard in audiobook production, emphasizing the need for audio descriptions in illustrated books. Richard highlights the impact of his nonprofit, Imagination Storybooks, which aims to provide accessible audiobooks and videos for blind and deaf children. The discussion also covers the challenges and successes in the audiobook industry, including collaborations with various authors and...

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  Episode #9

  The Dangers of Self-Publishing for Children's Authors

  Apr 6, 202544 minS1

  <p>Summary</p><p>In this episode of the Children's Author Show, award-winning children’s author Andy Coats discusses the significant dangers associated with self-publishing, particularly for aspiring children's authors. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the self-publishing landscape, identifying vanity and hybrid publishers, and the risks of books not reaching their audience. Andy provides practical advice on how to navigate the self-publishing process safely, including building a support team, creating a budget, and retaining rights to one's work. The episode serves as a resource for authors to avoid common pitfalls and succeed in their publishing journey.</p><p><br/></p>...

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  Episode #8

  Breaking Stereotypes and Having Representation in Kid's Books - with Jon Marshall

  Mar 30, 202559 minS1

  <p>In this episode, Andy Coats interviews Jon Marshall, an author and entrepreneur, who shares his journey into children's literature. Jonathan discusses the importance of representation, particularly in black fatherhood, and how his personal experiences shaped his storytelling. He emphasizes the need for diverse narratives in children's books and the impact of community support on an author's success. The conversation also touches on the challenges of self-doubt, the significance of school visits, and the importance of intentionality in building an author brand. Jon's latest book, 'My Dragon's Not Laughing,' is highlighted as a product of inspiration from his interactions...

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