My guest this week on the Book Flood Podcast is children’s literature curator Karina Cardenas. Karina is the Special Collections Librarian for the Arne Nixon Center for Children’s Literature at California State University, Fresno. bookfloodpodcast.riverside.com/e/karina-car...

My guest on the Book Flood Podcast is Adam Wallenta. Adam Wallenta is a veteran author, illustrator, editor, publisher and educator with over 30 years of experience in comics, having worked with major publishers like Marvel, DC, and Skyhorse. bookfloodpodcast.riverside.com/e/adam-walle...

My guest this week on the Book Flood Podcast is author Erin Dealey. Erin is the author of over 20 books including her new, "Squirrel Draws BIG Feelings." @erindealey.bsky.social bookfloodpodcast.riverside.com/e/erin-deale...

The guest on this week's Book Flood Podcast is Lucy Podmore. (@lupodmore.bsky.social) Lucy Podmore is the former chair of the Texas Association of School Libraries, was named a 2024 Library Journal Mover & Shaker, and advocates for school libraries. bookfloodpodcast.riverside.com/e/lucy-ibarr...

Page 56 of Trump’s proposed budget calls for the destruction of the Institute of Museum and Library Services. The ONLY source of federal support for libraries. action.everylibrary.org/petitionimls... via @everylibrary.bsky.social

Las Vegas–Clark County Library District Executive Director Kelvin Watson brings partners from across the county to drive innovation and change lives www.libraryjournal.com/story/librar...

Our guest this week on the Book Flood Podcast is Kelvin Watson. Kelvin is the Executive Director of Las Vegas-Clark County Library District and was named 2026 Librarian of the Year by @libraryjournal.bsky.social bookfloodpodcast.riverside.com/e/kelvin-wat...

My guest this week on the Book Flood Podcast is author April Henry (@aprilhenry.bsky.social). April Henry is the New York Times-bestselling author of 32 mysteries and thrillers for teens and adults. bookfloodpodcast.riverside.com/e/april-henr...

My guests this week on the Book Flood Podcast are two of the creators of The Librarians Film @thelibrariansfilm.bsky.social; Kim Snyder and Janique Robillard. It has so far earned 24 festival awards and played in over 200 theaters around the world. bookfloodpodcast.riverside.com/e/kim-snyder...

I have had a few people reach out and say that they don't always see my posts about Book Flood Podcast. If you would like to make sure that you always see the podcasts, you can register here: bookfloodpodcast.riverside.com. It will nudge you every time I post one. Thanks so much for your interest!

My guest this week on the Book Flood Podcast is award-winning author Ernesto Cisneros. He discusses his brand-new book, "Queso, Just in Time" that dropped today. bookfloodpodcast.riverside.com/e/ernesto-ci...

My guest on the Book Flood Podcast is dual language librarian Melissa Snider (@meliroowy.bsky.social) On the pod, Melissa talks about library advocacy, mentorship, and the importance of having a collection that reflects your student body. bookfloodpodcast.riverside.com/e/melissa-sn...

For those of you who follow the Book Flood Podcast, Riverside, the hosting company, just rolled out the ability to have it all on a website. You can see mine here: bookfloodpodcast.riverside.com

Our guest on the Book Flood Podcast this week is Stuart Gibbs. Stuart is the author of five New York Times bestselling series: Spy School, FunJungle, Moon Base Alpha, Charlie Thorne, and Once Upon a Tim—as well as the new nonfiction series Spy School Secret Files. youtu.be/HxsI3li2PJU

The guest this week on the Book Flood Podcast is bestselling author Megan McDonald. Megan is the author of the "Judy Moody" and "Stink" series of books that have sold over 30,000,000 books. In addition, she has written "Fairy Door Diaries," and "Bunny & Clyde." youtu.be/ybf8-joJmFA

“There are book challenges; that is not new. What is happening now is brazen breaking of protocol on a scope that has never been seen like this.” @thelibrariansfilm.bsky.social @la-cac.org @oif.bsky.social @uabookbans.bsky.social deadline.com/2026/02/the-...

This week's podcast guest is award-winning author Jeff Gottesfeld. @jeffgottesfeld.bsky.social Gottesfeld is the author of a number of books including "Honor Flight: Celebrating American's Veterans" and "Twenty-One Steps: Guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier." youtu.be/2XhOEgrB5z8

Revealing the cover of my forthcoming middle grade novel HEROES here on Bluesky when I have only one follower! (Shout out to @comicsinthega.bsky.social) Enjoy! 😅

Alan Gratz (@alangratz.bsky.social) is the author of 19 novels for young adults including Prisoner B-3087, Code of Honor, Grenade, Something Rotten, Ground Zero, Refugee, and Two Degrees. His latest book is "War Games (2025)." To watch the podcast on Youtube: youtu.be/AEvIivGkqY4

Today is a Book Birthday! Nikki Shannon Smith is the author and Don Tate is the illustrator of "Prince: A Little Golden Book Biography." youtu.be/WGYVjeiLVis

The guest on this week's Book Flood Podcast is Steve Tetreault (@drtlovesbooks.bsky.social). In addition to being a school librarian, Steve is the force behind the School Librarian Learning Network (including its podcast). The topic is advocacy for libraries. bookfloodpodcast.com

The guest on the Book Flood Podcast this week is the amazing Meg Medina. Meg is a New York Times bestselling author and a Newbery Medalist. Her latest book is Graciela in the Abyss. She was also the 23-24 National Ambassador for Young People's Literature. youtu.be/DWygVlKUceQ

Our guest this week was American Library Association (@amlibraryassoc.bsky.social) President Sam Helmick (@samhelmick.bsky.social). They work so very hard for libraries and librarians!

Our guest this week on Book Flood Podcast is ALA (@amlibraryassoc.bsky.social) President @samhelmick.bsky.social. We discuss ALA, book banning, advocacy, and more! bookfloodpodcast.com

My guest this week on the Book Flood Podcast is New York Times best-selling author/illustrator Matt Tavares where he talks about writing picture books. Matt's latest book is "Dasher and the Polar Bear (2025)." youtu.be/2fLvakx2314

Congratulations to Daniel Nayeri in winning the 2025 National Book Award for Young People's Literature for "The Teacher of Nomad Land."

This week's guest on the Book Flood Podcast is award-winning graphic novelist @ryanestrada.com in which he discusses his writing career as a graphic novelist in Korea. bookfloodpodcast.com

This week's Book Flood Podcast guest is author Joan Schoettler (joanschoettler.bsky.social) on writing books that celebrate books (and other topics). youtube.com/shorts/jmqi4...

Such a great idea!

PRAY FOR DOLLY PARTON ❤️‍🩹 Freida Parton, sister of Dolly Parton, asks for prayers for Dolly’s health. She says with prayers she know Dolly is going to be just fine. We all love you, Dolly! Praying 💛 people.com/dolly-parton-sister-was-up-all-night-praying-for-singer-amid-health-struggles-11826073

I find all of them absurd!

Edward Dennis on SPED Teacher to Author www.youtube.com/shorts/npMtW...

This week's Book Flood Podcast features author and illustrator, EDWARD DENNIS. Dennis is the author of "The Boy from Mexico," "The Boy from Mexico becomes a Farm Worker, and his soon-to-be released "The Boy from Mexico becomes a U.S. Citizen. youtu.be/hHgPGxFVZmo

@bookfloodpod.bsky.social is looking for published authors and illustrators to guest on the Book Flood Podcast for Season 2. If you would like to see who was on the podcast for Season 1, here you go: bookfloodpodcast.com/season-1/

Accurate. Children need to read every day during the summer (and the rest of the year as well!). www.fresnobee.com/opinion/us-v...

The guest this week on the Book Flood Podcast is Amanda Jones (@librarianjones.com), author of "That Librarian: The Fight Against Book Banning in America." You may recall that Amanda was the very first guest on the podcast (and before her book was published). bookfloodpodcast.com/book-flood-p...

The guest for this week's podcast was defender of libraries Patrick Sweeney of @everylibrary.bsky.social. Patrick's work and the work of EveryLibrary cannot be underestimated in these trying times. bookfloodpodcast.com/book-flood-p...

The guest for this week's Book Flood Podcast is the 2024-2025 American Association of School Librarians (AASL) President Becky Calzada (@becalzada.bsky.social). bookfloodpodcast.com/book-flood-p...

Our guest this week on the Book Flood Podcast is @captainlibrary.bsky.social (Tom Bober). Tom is a librarian extraordinaire, author, and leader. You can see the podcast here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=W_7D...

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Author Erin Dealey is the guest on this week's Book Flood Podcast. She talks about writing as a language ART. You can find it on Apple Podcasts, our Youtube Channel, and our website: bookfloodpodcast.com/book-flood-p...

Diana Farid on being a medical doctor and an author.

This week’s Book Flood Podcast guest is Diana Farid. In addition to being a medical doctor at Stanford University, Diana is the author of a number of books including “Wave” and “The Light of Home.” bookfloodpodcast.com/book-flood-p...

A reminder that tomorrow is Independent Bookstore Day. Please visit (and purchase from) your favorite indie bookstore!

Important advice from @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social about what to do when grants are canceled.

EveryLibrary Executive Director John Chrastka joined Celina Stewart, Esq., Chief Executive Officer of the League of Women Voters of the United States, and Marilyn Jackson, President and CEO of the American Alliance of Museums to say this: www.newsweek.com/trump-admini...

Librarians, Teachers, and Administrators: Take Note. www.cnn.com/2025/04/19/p...

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April is all about school libraries! 📖💙 AASL Chapters make an impact in every state and region—let’s celebrate their commitment to school librarians! buff.ly/Td2reat #SchoolLibraryMonth #AASLslm