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Chalk and Ink: The Podcast for Teachers Who Write and Writers Who TeachKids Are Boss with Jarrett LernerSend us a textIn this episode, Jarrett Lerner talks about how publishing a book is like participating in the NBA finals, how kids are our bosses, and sloppy first drafts. Let’s get started.Thanks so much for listening and for being part of the Chalk + Ink community. Our final episode will be a compilation of writing tips from the fifth season to kickstart your summer writing or give it a boost if your school year ended in May. My g...2025-06-1553 min
Daily Soap Opera Spoilers by Soap Dirt (GH, Y&R, B&B, and DOOL)Days of our Lives Weekly Spoilers June 9-13: Belle Turns to Shawn & John's Sad Farewell | Soap DirtClick to Subscribe: https://bit.ly/Youtube-Subscribe-SoapDirt
Days of Our Lives spoilers show John Black's bittersweet farewell. And, it's Belle Black (Martha Madison) turns to Shawn (Brandon Beemer). The week starts with Steve (Stephen Nichols) sharing significant news with Kayla (Mary Beth Evans) and Arianna "Ari" Horton (Marissa Reyes) sharing a secret with Tate Black (Leo Howard).
DOOL spoilers reveal Rachel (Alice Halsey) dealing with the traumatic news of her grandpa John Black's (Drake Hogestyn) death and the aftermath of EJ DiMera's (Dan Feuerriegel) shooting. Meanwhile, Eric (Greg Vaughan) finds comfort in Roman’s (Josh Tay...2025-06-0808 minDaily Soap Opera Spoilers by Soap Dirt (GH, Y&R, B&B, and DOOL)Days of our Lives Weekly Spoilers June 9-13: Belle Turns to Shawn & John's Sad Farewell | Soap DirtClick to Subscribe: https://bit.ly/Youtube-Subscribe-SoapDirt
Days of Our Lives spoilers show John Black's bittersweet farewell. And, it's Belle Black (Martha Madison) turns to Shawn (Brandon Beemer). The week starts with Steve (Stephen Nichols) sharing significant news with Kayla (Mary Beth Evans) and Arianna "Ari" Horton (Marissa Reyes) sharing a secret with Tate Black (Leo Howard).
DOOL spoilers reveal Rachel (Alice Halsey) dealing with the traumatic news of her grandpa John Black's (Drake Hogestyn) death and the aftermath of EJ DiMera's (Dan Feuerriegel) shooting. Meanwhile, Eric (Greg Vaughan) finds comfort in Roman’s (Josh Tay...2025-06-0808 minChalk and Ink: The Podcast for Teachers Who Write and Writers Who TeachBe Kind to Yourself with Ann Marie StephensSend us a textIn this episode, Ann Marie Stephens talks about visual reminders to write, stoplight writing, and positive self talk.To prep for our next episode be sure to check out Jarrett Lerner’s A Work in Progress. His nephews attend my school and one of his nephew’s, Dylan, is going to help me interview Jarrett. Be sure to listen and spread the word, it should be a ton of fun.Support the show2025-05-261h 02Chalk and Ink: The Podcast for Teachers Who Write and Writers Who TeachHermit Crab Essays and More with Nancy McCabeSend us a textIn this episode, Nancy McCabe talks about revising for authentic voice, taking detours, and hermit crab essays. Let’s get started.To prep for our next episode be sure to check out Ann Marie Stephens’s delightful, cat-centered, early childhood math books Scattered and Catawampus.Support the show2025-04-271h 01Chalk and Ink: The Podcast for Teachers Who Write and Writers Who TeachOpen-Ended Questions Open Doors with Cindy Jenson-ElliottSend us a textIn this interview, Cindy Jenson-Elliott lets us in on incredible interview tips. In addition to interview tips, Cindy talks about researching and writing simultaneously, nonfiction proposal dos and don’ts, and the importance of making connections.Support the show2025-04-061h 01Chalk and Ink: The Podcast for Teachers Who Write and Writers Who TeachExposing the Root of Nonfiction with Ann McCallum StaatsSend us a textAnn McCallum exposes the root of nonfiction in this episode. Ann has tons of tips for you including how to find a nonfiction structure that highlights your passions, how to craft enticing sidebars, and how to write a nonfiction book proposal.Our next episode will feature Cindy Jensen Elliott. Her newest nonfiction book, The Doomsday Detectives, How Walter and Luis Alvarez Solved the Mystery of Dinosaur Extinctions, just released on March 11th. We’ll also be talking about ...2025-03-1959 minChalk and Ink: The Podcast for Teachers Who Write and Writers Who TeachMake the World a Better Place with Amanda JonesSend us a textAmanda Jones definitely gives writing tips in this episode such as listen to music that reflects the mood that you're trying to convey in your manuscript, start with a bang to hook the reader, and seek feedback from a trusted critique partner. I could have featured one of those quotes. But I feel it’s time to get real because during these dark days it’s important to remind ourselves why we show up in the classroom, or the library, or at our desks.Each time we p...2025-03-021h 01Chalk and Ink: The Podcast for Teachers Who Write and Writers Who TeachTake PRIDE in Your Passion with Sarah PragerSend us a textSarah Prager talks about her passion for queer history, learning how to write for a YA audience, and how to research.Our next episode will feature school librarian Amanda Jones. She fights against censorship and advocates for protecting intellectual freedom so that every child sees themselves reflected on library shelves.Support the show2025-02-091h 05Chalk and Ink: The Podcast for Teachers Who Write and Writers Who TeachAuthor's Craft Chat with April Jones Prince, Jody Little, Josh Galarza, Katrina Moore and Zetta ElliottSend us a textApril Jones Prince, Jody Little, Josh Galarza, Katrina Moore and Zetta Elliott talk about the courage to be emotionally vulnerable on the page, writing about subjects for kids that people have told you kids shouldn’t read about, and the fact that even though publishing has a long way to go before it’s truly equitable that in 2014 only 8.4% of creators of children’s books were people of color and by 2023 that number had risen...2025-01-201h 01Chalk and Ink: The Podcast for Teachers Who Write and Writers Who TeachCompression, Repetition, and Representation with Jeannine AtkinsSend us a textJeannine Atkins is one of the kindest people I know, and her compassion radiates through her verse. So, my wish for all of you is that your year is filled with kindness, just like Jeannine’s novels.In this episode we talk about the power of compression, repetition, and representation. Let’s get started.Thanks so much for listening and for being part of the Chalk + Ink family. Join us for our next live Chalk + Ink2025-01-071h 01Chalk and Ink: The Podcast for Teachers Who Write and Writers Who TeachA Mini MFA with Jen FergusonSend us a textJen Ferguson talks about opportunities to sharpen our work, why characters mirror one another in dialogue, and why we need different books for different readers. Let’s get started.Our next episode will feature Jeannine Atkins. Support the show2024-12-091h 02Chalk and Ink: The Podcast for Teachers Who Write and Writers Who TeachReaching for the Sweet Spot with Sarah AronsonSend us a textIn today’s episode Sarah Aronson talks about the importance of embracing conversations, challenges, and community. Sarah's latest biography, Abzuglutely!, celebrates congresswoman, lawyer, and activist, Bella Abzug, Our next episode will feature Jen Ferguson. Jen’s latest novel, A Constellation of Minor Bears is a USA Today bestseller.Support the show2024-11-181h 04Chalk and Ink: The Podcast for Teachers Who Write and Writers Who TeachCelebrating Neurodiversity with Jen MaliaSend us a textJen Malia and I talk about celebrating neurodiversity, identifying your audience, and writing on location.Our next episode will feature Sarah Aronson. Sarah’s latest picture book biography, Abzuglutely! Battling, Bellowing, Bella Abzug released last month.Support the show2024-11-031h 03Chalk and Ink: The Podcast for Teachers Who Write and Writers Who TeachExpression Is Everything with A.S. KingSend us a textA.S. King talks about her newest novel, Pick the Lock, ACES or adverse childhood experiences, and the importance of honesty and expression. Our next episode will feature Jen Malia. Check out her chapter book series The Infinity Rainbow Club to prep for our next episode. Support the show2024-10-221h 05Chalk and Ink: The Podcast for Teachers Who Write and Writers Who TeachCreating Classroom Writing CommunitiesSend us a textAndrew Hacket, Ernesto Cisneros, Marcie Flinchum Atkins, Lisa Stringfellow, and Tina Athaide talk about creating classroom writing communities. In addition to their wonderful voices, authors Cindy Jenson-Elliott, Valerie Bolling, and Jody Little also contributed to this heartfelt discussion.Our next episode will feature the only two-time winner of YALSA’s Michael L. Printz award, A.S. King...2024-10-071h 04