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Storyland PodcastTracy Subisak：借由绘本，与孩子讨论悲伤和愤怒嘉宾 | Guest：Tracy Subisak. Tracy is the creative mind behind two remarkable and emotionally resonant books, "Sorry Snail" and "Jenny Mei is Sad." Her work beautifully combines storytelling and visual artistry to explore important themes of empathy, friendship, and emotional expression in a way that both children and adults can relate to."Sorry Snail" takes young readers on an enchanting journey with a snail who learns the power of a heartfelt apology and the joy of forgiveness. On the other hand, "Jenny Mei is Sad" navigates the complex emotions of a young...2023-09-0647 min
Raising Kind Humans41. Sorry, Snail: A Peek into Apologizing and a Deep, Slimy Secret with Tracy SubisakTracy Subisak is a multi-talented children's book author and illustrator with a slimy secret! Her new book, Sorry, Snail, is an adorable take on how our actions appear to others as well as what it looks like to authentically apologize. Plus, she reveals the REAL reason she wrote this book. You'll never guess!Head to her website to learn more about this book and her many other projects at TracySubisak.com.Find her on Instagram @tracysubisakOr sign up for her amazing newsletter Subi Snacks (Any Scooby Doo fans??)2023-05-2443 min
Kids are Philanthropists, Too!Episode 11: What Happens to Grief Over Time?**This episode includes sensitive content about people's stories of loss.** Summary: We continue our 2nd season of Kids are Philanthropists, Too!, with the second of two episodes about grief, the most pressing concern amongst 3-5th grade participants in our programs in 2023. Our special guest is Ted Wiard, Executive Director and Founder of Golden Willow Retreat. Our hosts: Season 2 is hosted by Amy Neugebauer, Executive Director of The Giving Square. along with 12-13 year old returning hosts (Jayden, Alona, Leo, Ismahil, Ibrahim, Sam) and our new 9-11 year hosts (Rita, Aoife, and Jo)....2023-05-1616 minKids are Philanthropists, Too!Episode 10: How Do Children Experience Grief?Summary: Curious about what kids are deeply concerned about? We kick off our 2nd season of Kids are Philanthropists, Too!, with two episodes about grief, the most pressing concern amongst 3-5th grade participants in our programs in 2023. Our special guest is Gilly Cannon, Senior Director of Children's Bereavement Services at Caring Matters,one of the top non-profit organizations chosen by kids to receive $1,000 grants this season. Robertas House was another. Our hosts: Season 2 is hosted by Amy Neugebauer, Executive Director of The Giving Square. along with 12-13 year old returning hosts (Jayden, Alona, Leo, Isma...2023-05-1621 min
Kids Ask Authors podcastWhat thing do people ask you to draw the most? with Tracy SubisakAuthors Tracy Subisak and grace Lin answer the question What thing do people ask you to draw the most? and kid reviewer Mina reviews Jenny Mei is Sad by Tracy Subisak.2023-04-2408 min
New Books in Comics and Graphic NovelsKirsten W. Larson, "The Fire of Stars: The Life and Brilliance of the Woman Who Discovered What Stars Are Made Of" (Chronicle Books, 2023)Last year I interviewed the amazing author Kirsten Larson on her picture books Wood, Wire, Wings: Emma Lilian Todd Invents an Airplane, illus. Tracy Subisak (Calkins Creek, 2020) and True Wonder: The Comic Book Hero Who Changed Everything, illus Katy Wu (Clarion, 2021).Today, we talked about her new picture book, just out, entitled, The Fire of the Stars: The Life and Brilliance of the Woman Who Discovered What Stars are Made Of, illus. Katherine Roy (Chronicle, 2023). We also discussed the makings of a scientist vs. the makings of an author, the respective roles of the author and illustrator, the...2023-03-0550 min
New Books in Children's LiteratureKirsten W. Larson, "The Fire of Stars: The Life and Brilliance of the Woman Who Discovered What Stars Are Made Of" (Chronicle Books, 2023)Last year I interviewed the amazing author Kirsten Larson on her picture books Wood, Wire, Wings: Emma Lilian Todd Invents an Airplane, illus. Tracy Subisak (Calkins Creek, 2020) and True Wonder: The Comic Book Hero Who Changed Everything, illus Katy Wu (Clarion, 2021).Today, we talked about her new picture book, just out, entitled, The Fire of the Stars: The Life and Brilliance of the Woman Who Discovered What Stars are Made Of, illus. Katherine Roy (Chronicle, 2023). We also discussed the makings of a scientist vs. the makings of an author, the respective roles of the author and illustrator, the...2023-03-0550 min
Page CountWriting Advice from Page Count AuthorsWe’re wrapping up 2022 with a compilation of writing advice from some of the authors who appeared on the pod this year. From writing routines to persistence, motivation, research, rejection, and more, these authors have you covered. Be sure to listen to their full Page Count interviews for more in-depth discussion of these topics and others.
In this episode:
Negesti Kaudo on why writers shouldn’t worry about time
Liz Breazeale on taking writing seriously
Matt Bell on recordkeeping while drafting a novel
Will Hillenbrand on research
Jill Grunenwald on following your passion as a wri...2022-12-2013 min
Page CountFriendship and Snails with Tracy SubisakChildren’s book illustrator and author Tracy Subisak discusses JENNY MEI IS SAD, a picture book about the support friends can offer in times of sadness. Subisak shares the genesis of this story, how she became a children’s book author and illustrator, the connection between creativity and vulnerability, how illustrators work with an agents, a preview of some of her forthcoming books, and her advice for young artists.
JENNY MEI IS SAD is the Ohio Center for the Book’s 2022 Great Reads from Great Places children’s book selection and will represent Ohio’s literary he...2022-08-1633 min
Stories from the Ashes Podcast004 Ambre goes on a rant... and booksGIVEAWAY DETAILS: For every 5 reviews (ending 07/01/2022) we will give away a book recommended on one of our podcasts. To enter, leave a review on your podcast player of choice or in the comments here and email StoriesFromTheAshesPodcast@gmail.com (please put GIVEAWAY in the subject line)!-Find a free literary database containing all the books we’ve discussed here:Books reviewed in this episode: Links are affiliate links they don’t cost you any extra to use but they help support the cost of running this site-thank you!* Swan: The Life and...2022-06-0649 min
Books and BobaMay 2022 Book NewsOn this episode, we highlight the latest book and publishing news in Asian American literature for our May 2022 mid-month check-in! New books and authors mentioned in our publishing news:Ila Nguyen-Hayama - Benten School of EsotericsLyla Lee - Gigi Shin Is Not a NerdThea Guanzon - Hurricane WarsGail D. Villanueva - Lulu Sinagtala and The Tagalog GodsMelissa de la Cruz - The Headmaster's ListMariNaomi (writer) and Trung Le Nguyen (illustrator) - TheyAdib Khorram (writer) and Michelle Tran (illustrator) - Bijan Always WinsSwati Teerdhala - The Boyfriend WishJoanna Ho (writer) and Amanda Phingbodhipakkiya (illustrator) - We Who P...2022-05-1733 min
Talking TaiwanEp 177 | Celebrating Children's Day in Taiwan: Margaret Chiu Greanias Talks About What Inspired her Latest Book "Amah Faraway"A note from Talking Taiwan host Felicia Lin: April fourth is Children’s Day in Taiwan, which is great timing for this interview with children’s book author Margaret Chiu Greanias. She spoke with me about her latest book Amah Faraway, which has many of its scenes set in Taipei, Taiwan. Margaret shared how she became a children’s book author, what she loves about picture books, how they get created and what she’s working on next. This episode of Talking Taiwan has been sponsored by the Taiwan Elite Alliance 優社 and the Taiwanese United Fund. ...2022-04-0644 min
Hearts in TaiwanSeeing Taiwan through our mothers’ eyes, featuring the creators of Amah FarawayWhether you call your grandmother “amah”, “popo”, “waipo”, “nainai”, “mama”, “grandma”, or something else, she plays a key role in your connection to your heritage. Amah Faraway tells the story of how young Kylie transforms from feeling unsure and reluctant to embracing her grandmother and her heritage country. We got to talk with author Margaret Chiu Greanias and illustrator Tracy Subisak and found many common threads that the Taiwanese diaspora will see reflected throughout this delightful picture book.Where to buy Amah Faraway:Signed by Margaret (Linden Tree Books)Signed by Tracy (Green Bean Books)Your preferred booksellers...2022-02-1351 min
New Books in Women's HistoryKirsten W. Larson, "A True Wonder: The Comic Book Hero Who Changed Everything" (Clarion Books, 2021)Kirsten Williams Lawson used to work with rocket scientists at NASA. Now she writes books for curious kids. Kirsten is the author of the picture book released several months back, A TRUE WONDER: The Comic Book Hero Who Changed Everything, illustrated by Katy Wu (Clarion, 2021). She is also author of WOOD, WIRE, WINGS: EMMA LILIAN TODD INVENTS AN AIRPLANE, illustrated by Tracy Subisak (Calkins Creek, 2020), and THE FIRE OF STARS: The Life and Brilliance of the Woman Who Discovered What Stars Are Made Of, illustrated by Katherine Roy (Chronicle, 2023), and the middle grade, graphic nonfiction, THE LIGHT OF RESISTANCE, illust...2022-01-2741 min
New Books in Popular CultureKirsten W. Larson, "A True Wonder: The Comic Book Hero Who Changed Everything" (Clarion Books, 2021)Kirsten Williams Lawson used to work with rocket scientists at NASA. Now she writes books for curious kids. Kirsten is the author of the picture book released several months back, A TRUE WONDER: The Comic Book Hero Who Changed Everything, illustrated by Katy Wu (Clarion, 2021). She is also author of WOOD, WIRE, WINGS: EMMA LILIAN TODD INVENTS AN AIRPLANE, illustrated by Tracy Subisak (Calkins Creek, 2020), and THE FIRE OF STARS: The Life and Brilliance of the Woman Who Discovered What Stars Are Made Of, illustrated by Katherine Roy (Chronicle, 2023), and the middle grade, graphic nonfiction, THE LIGHT OF RESISTANCE, illust...2022-01-2741 minNew Books in Children's LiteratureKirsten W. Larson, "A True Wonder: The Comic Book Hero Who Changed Everything" (Clarion Books, 2021)Kirsten Williams Lawson used to work with rocket scientists at NASA. Now she writes books for curious kids. Kirsten is the author of the picture book released several months back, A TRUE WONDER: The Comic Book Hero Who Changed Everything, illustrated by Katy Wu (Clarion, 2021). She is also author of WOOD, WIRE, WINGS: EMMA LILIAN TODD INVENTS AN AIRPLANE, illustrated by Tracy Subisak (Calkins Creek, 2020), and THE FIRE OF STARS: The Life and Brilliance of the Woman Who Discovered What Stars Are Made Of, illustrated by Katherine Roy (Chronicle, 2023), and the middle grade, graphic nonfiction, THE LIGHT OF RESISTANCE, illust...2022-01-2741 min
Columbus Academy Alumni Career Advice PodcastCA Alumni Career Advice Podcast | Career Fair 2021 - Art Panel with Patty McAvoy '03, Linda Mullin '08, Tracy Subisak '05 & Jeremy Summer ’01 with host Cassidy Jones '22As a part of Career Fair 2021, the Alumni Office and Internships Office partnered to present an alumni virtual panel discussion for upper school students on the topic of careers in the arts. Alumni panelists Patty McAvoy '03 (Owner of Patty McAvoy Designs), Linda Mullin '08 (Head of Costume Department at Shadowbox Live), Tracy Subisak '05 (Freelance Designer and Illustrator at Subi Works LLC) and Jeremy Summer ’01 (Executive Producer/Partner at Little Moving Pictures) joined student alumni board representative and episode host Cassidy Jones '22 for a discussion on career opportunities and advice for aspiring artists.2021-11-2919 min
All the Books!All the Backlist! November 26, 2021This week, Patricia talks about a couple great backlist titles including an epic fantasy and must-read nonfiction!Follow All the Books! using RSS, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher and never miss a beat book.Sign up for the weekly New Books! newsletter for even more new book news.This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission.Books Discussed on the Show:What We Don’t Talk About When We Talk About Fat by Aubrey GordonBl...2021-11-2614 min
Mentally TogetherSupporting friends and ourselves through sad times - with Tracy SubisakHow do you support a friend who's sad? What do you do when someone is going through a hard time? That's not really something we humans learn in school, but it's obviously really important. And at some point, we'll all go through a sad time in our lives. My guest this week just released about exactly this subject - and it's a book that will only take you a few minutes to read!Tracy Subisak, is an author, illustrator, and yoga instructor. Her new book, the first one she’s both written and illustrated, is ca...2021-07-1456 min
The Primary Source PodcastS1E9: Interview with Kirsten Larson, author of Wood, Wire, Wings: Emma Lilian Todd Invents an Airplanehttps://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/611319/wood-wire-wings-by-kirsten-w-larson-illustrated-by-tracy-subisak/
2021-02-0221 min