#KDZPodcast

1 month ago

So how can you include love as a thematic question in your children's book?

We can never have enough stories reminding our readers--and ourselves--to show kindness, respond with empathy, and act in love to those around us.

Keep writing. 💜

#lovewins #childrensbooks #writing #kdzpodcast

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KDZ Podcast | Linktree Join Mel, Morgan, & Rona as they drill into the craft of children's literature.

2 months ago

Happy New Year to all our wonderful #kidlit writers! ✨

🎉 Start the year inspired by catching up on all nine #kdzpodcast episodes, and don’t forget to stay tuned—more are on the way!

linktr.ee/kdzpodcast

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Morgan Lau

@morganlau.bsky.social

3 months ago

Hey #kidlit family! Check out this fun interview I did with Megan from @keepwritingkidlit.bsky.social.

There may be a free critique in it for you! 😉✍️

#keepwritingkidlit #kdzpodcast

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Morgan Lau

@morganlau.bsky.social

3 months ago

It was a delight to chat with you!

#kidlit #kdzpodcast

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Tools for Festive Holiday Stories (KidLit Writing Tips) The KidLit Deconstruction Zone (KDZ) Podcast Episode 9: Tools for Festive Holiday Stories airing November 30, 2025. This episode's music, art, and audio mix were created by Melissa Mwai. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4pxmZSg Goodreads Shelf: https://bit.ly/3KjbAWW Resources: 1.How to Subvert Tropes Video by Reedsy: How to Subvert Tropes https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NVSGPq7fA9s&t=192s 2. 3 Tips for Writing Holiday-Themed Books https://www.instantpublisher.com/blog/3-tips-for-writing-holiday-themed-books/ 3. Thriving as a Writer During the Holidays https://www.writefromthedeep.com/155-thriving-during-holidays/ 4. Children’s Books about Holidays https://www.readbrightly.com/books-about-different-holiday-cultures-and-traditions/ About the Hosts: Melissa "Mel" Mwai is a nonfiction children's author, illustrator, and story coach. Visit https://melissamwai.com. Morgan Lau is a visual storyteller. Visit https://greengirlblueplanet.wordpress... or on Instagram @greengirlblueplanet. Rona Shirdan is a children's author and book coach. Visit https://www.ronashirdan.com/.

3 months ago

3. The KDZ crew released a new episode of the KidLit Deconstruction Zone Podcast with the KDZ crew (@kdzpodcast.bsky.social) to get into the holiday spirit. bit.ly/48qXivx

#kidlit #kdzpodcast #writing

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3 months ago

We loved deconstructing your story!

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4 months ago

Do you love the darker side of kidlit? ✍️

If so, check out Episode 8, Tools for Gripping Horror! 🛠️

The episode sneakily appears on Apple Podcasts a few days early.

It's not a trick 👻 but there are plenty of treats in this episode!

linktr.ee/kdzpodcast

#KidLit #KDZPodcast #WritingCommunity

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8 months ago

A new episode of the KidLit Deconstruction Zone Podcast drops Monday, 6/30.

We’re chatting about how to make big & small story conflicts in your children’s books matter…to your characters & your readers.

➡️ linktr.ee/kdzpodcast
📘 @kdzpodcast.bsky.social🧰

#kdzpodcast #kidlit #kidlitchat #writing

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9 months ago

Thanks, @birthdaygirl.bsky.social! We hope you enjoy & find something practical to try, too.

#kidlit #LetsDigIn #kdzpodcast

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10 months ago

Back at ya. #kidlit #kdzpodcast

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Morgan Lau

@morganlau.bsky.social

10 months ago

Happy to be on this KDZ journey with you and Rona 🧰🛠️

#kidlit #kdzpodcast

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10 months ago

Big shoutout to @morganlau.bsky.social & Rona Shirdan for co-hosting this episode. I’m proud of us for doing great things at the KDZ Podcast.

➡️ Follow us on Link Tree to learn more: bit.ly/3Sd45kV

#KDZpodcast #letsDIGin #KidLitDeconstructionZonePodcast

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10 months ago

Episode 2 Banner of KidLit Deconstruction Zone. Tools for awesome main characters. A friendly book character wearing a construction hat and tools. Art by Melissa H. Mwai.

🎙️ In Ep 2 of the KidLit Deconstruction Zone, we (@kdzpodcast.bsky.social) dig into what makes main characters shine like stars.

📘🪏YouTube: bit.ly/3SbypfJ
📘🪏 Apple Podcasts: apple.co/4jSSx1Z

Thanks for tuning in & sharing!

#KidLit #KDZpodcast #letsDIGin #KidLitDeconstructionZonePodcast

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10 months ago

5 Days Until… KidLit Deconstruction Zone Podcast banner with episode title: Tools for Awesome Main Characters. Illustrated book character with a hardhat says, “Our new episode airs on April 30!”

New Episode Loading…

On April 30, the KDZ crew (@kdzpodcast.bsky.social) will be chatting about awesome main characters in Episode 2 of the KidLit Deconstruction Zone Podcast.

📘 YouTube: bit.ly/3EG94HG
📘 Apple Podcasts: apple.co/4lPAb3U

#writing #kidlit #kdzpodcast #letsDIGin

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11 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Adam!
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#KDZPodcast #KidLitDeconstructionZone
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KidLit Deconstruction Zone Podcast’s 'readToday's' books on Goodreads (4 books) KidLit Deconstruction Zone Podcast has 4 books on their readToday's shelf: Hey, Kiddo: How I Lost My Mother, Found My Father, and Dealt with Family Addic...

11 months ago

Check out our Goodreads list for today's #KDZpodcast episode!

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11 months ago

It's time to dust off your manuscript. Tune into the KDZ podcast today!

Hey #writingcommunity!

It's time to dust off your manuscript and tune into the first episode of the #KDZpodcast!

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#kidlit

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11 months ago

One more day before you can tune into #KDZpodcast!

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