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Ep 84 - May forecast (kind of) and an update about the show
May 5, 2025
6m 21s
Ep 83 - Reading Raves - April 2025
Apr 28, 2025
13m 13s
Ep 82 - Q1 MVPs - Standout books, audiobooks, and cookbooks from 2025 (so far)
Apr 14, 2025
17m 34s
Ep 81 - April Forecast - 10 kidlit books releasing in April 2025
Apr 7, 2025
17m 53s
Ep 80 - Reading Raves - March 2025
Mar 31, 2025
20m 58s
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| 5/5/25 |  Ep 84 - May forecast (kind of) and an update about the show | In this episode, Chrissie shares 10 books for kids releasing in May 2025 that she is looking forward to, as well as an update about the podcast. UPDATE: BOOK DELIGHT PODCAST IS ON HIATUS. Chrissie is taking a break to pursue other projects. At the end of summer, she will consider whether to continue the show's hiatus or start making new episodes. In the meantime, be sure to subscribe to Chrissie's newsletter at librarychrissie.substack.com and follow @librarychrissie on Instagram. FEATUR... | 6m 21s | ||||||
| 4/28/25 | Ep 83 - Reading Raves - April 2025 | In this Reading Raves episode, Chrissie is sharing 8 books for kids she read and loved in April, 2025 Featured Titles GRAPHIC NOVELS Barnacle Bay by Jana CurllBig Jim Begins by Dav PilkeyLooshkin: Honk if You See It by Jamie SmartNewsroom Nonsense by Jess Smart SmileyMIDDLE GRADE AUDIOBOOKS Pippi Longstocking and Pippi Goes On Board by Astrid Lindgren, narrated by Sutton FosterTales of a Fourth Grade Nothing and Otherwise Known As Sheila the Great by Judy Blume, narrated by Judy Blu... | 13m 13s | ||||||
| 4/14/25 | Ep 82 - Q1 MVPs - Standout books, audiobooks, and cookbooks from 2025 (so far) | In this episode, Chrissie is sharing some favorites from 2025 so far. FEATURED TITLES: Kidlit The Teeny Weeny Unicorn's Great Big Wish by Shawn HarrisLet's Be Bees by Shawn HarrisAstro by Manuel MarsolGoodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown, illustrated by Clement HurdCassi and the House of Memories by Dean StuartAudio: Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing and Fudge series by Judy BlumeGrown-Up Reads My Brilliant Friend by Elena FerranteAtavists by Lydia MilletThree Days in June by Anne Ty... | 17m 34s | ||||||
| 4/7/25 | Ep 81 - April Forecast - 10 kidlit books releasing in April 2025 | In this Forecast episode, Chrissie is sharing 10 kidlit books releasing in April 2025 that she is looking forward to. FEATURED TITLES Picture Books Earl and Worm: The Bad Idea by Greg Pizzoli (4/1)Oh, Carrots! by Mariajo Ilustrajo (4/1)Warm and Fuzzy by Scott Rothman, illustrated by Brian Won (4/15)Just One Wave by Travis Jonker (4/15)The Bear Out There by Jess Hannigan (4/29)Graphic Novels Avery and the Fairy Circle by Rowan Kingsbury (4/1)The Cartoonist's Club by Raina Telgemeier and S... | 17m 53s | ||||||
| 3/31/25 | Ep 80 - Reading Raves - March 2025 | In this Reading Raves episode, Chrissie shares 10 books for kids she read in March 2025 and recommends. FEATURED TITLES Short Chapter Books Unicornia: Learning to Fly by Ana Punset, illustrated by Diana VicedoEliza and the Flower Fairies by Megan McDonald, illustrated by Lenny WenBulldozer's Big Rescue by Elise Broach, illustrated by Kelly MurphyTroop Esme by Lourdes Heuer, illustrated by Marissa ValdezGraphic Novels Team Unihorn and Woolly: Attack of the Krill by Alexis Frederick-FrostO... | 20m 58s | ||||||
| 3/24/25 | Ep 79 - On children's publishing right now | In this episode, Chrissie shares her take on how children's publishing feels right now vs. how it should be To access the full essay including graphics of the Venn diagrams described in this episode, visit Chrissie Writes on Substack. Also mentioned in the epsiode: David Sedaris discussing picture books and lessons Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. You can follow the show on Instagram @bookdelightpod, follow Chrissie on Instagram @librarychrissie, and subscribe ... | 8m 30s | ||||||
| 3/10/25 | Ep 78 - Library Life - 4 ways authors can supercharge school visits | In this Library Life episode, Chrissie is sharing 4 ways that authors Ben Clanton and Andy Chou Musser supercharge their school visits: Make a pre-game videoConsider the endpapers of the visitPlay interactive drawing gamesShare real-life artifacts from the creative lifeCheck out Chrissie's Substack post all about author visits, featuring her best tips and tricks for planning and hosting. Check out Ben Clanton's work on his website. Check out Andy Musser's work on his website. In the PNW and w... | 14m 57s | ||||||
| 3/3/25 | Ep 77 - March Forecast - 10 books for kids to look forward to releasing in March 2025 | In this forecast episode, Chrissie is sharing 10 books for kids releasing in March 2025 that she is looking forward to. FEATURED TITLES Picture Books Papilio by Ben Clanton, Andy Chou Musser, and Corey Tabor (out 3/4)The Teeny Weeny Unicorn's Great Big Wish by Shawn Harris (out 3/4)Who Ate Steve by Kate Hindley, illustrated by Susannah Lloyed (out 3/11)Stalactite and Stalagmite by Drew Beckmeyer (out 3/18)Bearsuit Turtle Makes a Friend by Bob Shea (out 3/25)Short Chapter Book My Mad Scientist... | 16m 38s | ||||||
| 2/24/25 | Ep 76 - Reading Raves - February 2025 | In this reading raves episode, Chrissie is sharing her favorite kidlit that she read during February 2025. Featured Titles GRAPHIC NOVELS Alan, King of the Universe by Tom McLaughlinCasey's Cases: The Mysterious New Girl by Kay HealyHow to Draw a Secret by Cindy ChangJazzy the Witch in Broom Doom by Jessixa BagleyMixed-Up by Kami GarciaOperation Cover-Up by Tate GodwinMIDDLE GRADE Scattergood by HM BouwmanBe sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. You can follow the show... | 19m 46s | ||||||
| 2/17/25 | Ep 75 - Library Life - 10 ways for library leaders to boost agency and book joy in the library | In this library life episode, Chrissie is sharing ideas from her library leaders program with fifth graders. 10 ways for library leaders to boost agency and book joy in the library: Shelf sheriffsShelf talkersShelf shout-outsAuthor chatsWindow artKid librarian of the weekQuote of the weekDisplay curationAuthor visit artShelf talker refresh (questionable books)Resources mentioned in the episode: On the Chrissie Writes Substack: All about library leaders (application, sample slides, etc.)T... | 24m 14s | ||||||
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| 2/10/25 | Ep 74 - Deep Dive - Reading weird books with 4th & 5th graders in the library | In this Deep Dive episode, Chrissie shares a week by week look at a weird books unit with 4th and 5th grade students in the library. Resources Mentioned on the Show: "Let the Kids Get Weird" by Janet Manely on LitHub"Goodnight Moon" on Looking at Picture Books Substack by Mac Barnett and Jon Klassen Mac Barnett on NPR: "Are picture books undervalued? This new ambassador of children's literature thinks so"Books Discussed on the Show: Tumblebaby by Adam Rex and Audrey Helen WeberThe Cat Wa... | 22m 37s | ||||||
| 2/3/25 | Ep 73 - February Forecast - 10 kidlit books to look forward to | In this Forecast episode, Chrissie is sharing 10 books for kids releasing in February, 2025 that she is looking forward to. FEATURED TITLES Picture Book Caboose by Travis Jonker, illustrated by Ruth Chan (2/4)Let's Be Bees by Shawn Harris (2/11)Every Monday Mabel by Jashar Awan (2/25)Shark Girl by Kate Beaton (2/25)Graphic Novels How to Draw a Secret by Cindy Chang (2/4)Saphie the One-Eyed Cat by Joho (2/4)Casey's Cases by Kay Healy (2/11)Crumble by Meredith McClaren, illustrated by Andr... | 21m 20s | ||||||
| 1/27/25 | Ep 72 - Reading Raves (January 2025) - 7 kidlit books you should know about | In this Reading Raves, Chrissie shares her favorite kidlit she read during January, 2025. FEATURED TITLES: Katrina Hyena, Stand-Up Comedian by Sophie KohnPencil and Eraser by Jenny AlvaradoSuper Magic Boy: I Am a Space Tiger by Jarod RoselloThe Secret of Danger Point by Kim DwinellLooshkin: The Maddest Cat in the World by Jamie SmartWildflower Emily: A Story About Young Emily Dickinson by Lydia CorryYoung Hag and the Witches' Quest by Isabel GreenbergBe sure to subscribe to the sh... | 16m 55s | ||||||
| 1/20/25 | Ep 71 - Deep Dive - Chrissie's 2025 Kidlit Wishlist | In this episode, Chrissie is sharing 4 things she'd like to encounter more of in kidlit this year: Mercenary page turnsUnmentioned mischiefCovers designed for kids not grown-ups (especially the back)Books from small presses and kidlit in translationRESOURCES AND BOOKS MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: "Goodnight Moon" on Mac Barnett and Jon Klassen's Substack, Looking at Picture BooksGuess Again by Mac BarnettMr. S. by Monica ArnaldoA Day with Mousse by Claire LebourgA Sleepless Night by Mi... | 15m 40s | ||||||
| 1/13/25 | Ep 70 - January Forecast - 10 books for kids releasing in January 2025 | In this Forecast episode, Chrissie is sharing 10 books for kids releasing in January 2025 that she is excited about. Featured Titles PICTURE BOOKS / EARLY READERS Struwwelpeter by Heinrich HoffmanThe Great Antonio by Elise GravelThe Interpreter by Olivia Abtahi, illustrated by Monica ArnaldoSHORT CHAPTER BOOKS Gabby Torres Gets a Billion Followers by Angela DominguezWillow's Woods by Suzanne SelforsGRAPHIC NOVELS Chickenpox by Remy LaiOperation Cover-Up by Tate GodwinMIDDLE GRADE ... | 18m 58s | ||||||
| 12/30/24 | Ep 69 - Bonus - December Read Alouds, Ranked | In this bonus episode, Chrissie is sharing everything she read aloud in the library in December and what she thought. These monthly episodes are a perk for paid subscribers on Substack. Today, you're getting a peek behind the paywall. If you enjoy this episode, visit librarychrissie.substack.com to become a paid subscriber and receive this episode at the end of every month. | 13m 35s | ||||||
| 12/16/24 | Ep 68 - Favorite Kidlit of 2024 - Graphic Novels | Welcome back to Favorites Month! This week, Chrissie is sharing her favorite graphic novels of 2024. FEATURED TITLES Realistic Crowd Pleasers: Let's Go, Coco! by Coco FoxThe New Girl by Cassandra CalinCarving new ground in kidlit... Dear Dad: Growing Up with a Parent in Prison -- and How We Stay in Touch by Jay Jay Patton with Kiara Valdex, illustrated by Markia JenaiPearl by Sherri L. Smith, illustrated by Christine NorriePoetry Comics by Grant SniderLight and Lovely Detective Beans: and th... | 20m 29s | ||||||
| 12/9/24 | Ep 67 - Kidlit Favorites of 2024 - Short Chapter Books | Welcome to Favorites Month! Each week in December, Chrissie is sharing a category of her favorite kidlit of 2024. This week, we're talking short chapter books. On this show, short chapter books are defined as highly illustrated fiction narratives told across chapters in under 200 pages. Featured Titles A Day with Mousse by Claire Lebourg, translated by Sophie LewisBeti and the Little Round House by Atinuke, translated by Emily HughesDrag and Rex: Sweet and Silly by Susan Lubner, i... | 16m 28s | ||||||
| 12/2/24 | Ep 66 - Kidlit Favorites of 2024 - Middle Grade | Welcome to Favorites Month! Each week in December, Chrissie will share a category of her favorite kidlit of 2024. This week, we're talking middle grade. Featured Titles A Strange Thing Happened in Cherry Hall by Jasmine WargaBoy 2.0 by Tracey BaptisteRead At Your Own Risk by Remy LaiThe Curse of Eelgrass Bog by Mary AverlingThe House with a Dragon In It by Nick Lake, illustrated by Emily GravettThe Liars Society by Alyson GerberThe Underdogs of Upson Downs by Craig SilveyHonorable Ment... | 18m 19s | ||||||
| 11/25/24 | Ep 65 - Reading Raves - 8 great books for kids that Chrissie read during Novembe 2024 | In this Reading Raves episode, Chrissie shares eight great books for kids that she read this month. FEATURED TITLES Short Chapter Books Frank and the Big Mistake by Martha Brockenbrough, illustrated by Jon LauLoose Threads by Isol, translated Lawrence SchimelGraphic Novels Detective Beans: and the Case of the Missing Hat by Li ChenPearl by Sherri L. Smith, illustrated by Christine NorrieThe First Cat in Space and the Wrath of the Paperclip by Mac Barnett and Shawn HarrisThe Wolf Suit b... | 17m 58s | ||||||
| 11/18/24 | Ep 64 - Help! My kid needs a book! - Answering listener requests for books to gift this holiday season | In this "Help! My kid needs a book!" episode, Chrissie is answering 5 listener requests for books to gift to kids this holiday season. FEATURED TITLES: Towed by Toad by Jashar AwanSuper Magic Boy: I am a Dinosaur and Super Magic Boy: I Am a Space Tiger by Jarod RoselloRabbit and Bear series by Julian Gough, illustrated by Jim FieldJust One Flake by Travis JonkerThe House with a Dragon In It by Nick Lake, illustrated by Emily GravettLily and the Night Creatures by Nic... | 15m 00s | ||||||
| 11/11/24 | Ep 63 - Pep Talk - thinking beyond "level" when considering books for our kids | In today's mini pep talk episode, Chrissie shares some questions for you to consider when connecting your kids to their next right book. Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. You can follow the show on Instagram @bookdelightpod, follow Chrissie on Instagram @librarychrissie, and subscribe to Chrissie's kidlit newsletter at librarychrissie.substack.com. If you want to support the show, please consider becoming a paid subscriber on Substack. For $7/month, you are he... | 9m 07s | ||||||
| 11/4/24 | Ep 62 - November Forecast - 7 kidlit new releases you should know about | In today's Forecast episode, Chrissie is sharing the 7 kidlit books releasing in November 2024 that she is most excited about. Picture Book Rocket Puppies by William Joyce (11/5)Short Chapter Books Drag and Rex: Sweet and Silly by Susan Lubner, illustrated by Blythe Russo (11/5)Frank and the Big Mistake by Martha Brockenbrough, illustrated by Jon Lau (11/12)Graphics Gnome and Rat: First Snow by Lauren Stohler (11/5)The First Cat in Space and the Wrath of the Paperclip by Mac Barnett and Shaw... | 15m 34s | ||||||
| 10/28/24 | Ep 61 - Reading Raves - October 2024, featuring 9 kidlit titles you should know about | In this Reading Raves episode, Chrissie shares 9 kidlit books she read and loved during the month of October. FEATURED TITLES Short Chapter Books The Woofmore Is Not Haunted by Lori Haskins Houran and Donna Gephart, illustrated by Josh ClelandDrag and Rex: Sweet and Silly by Susan Lubner, illustrated by Blythe RussoA Day with Mousse by Claire LebourgBeti and the Little Round House by Atinkuke, illustrated by Emily HughesLone Wolf Goes to School and Lone Wolf Gets a Pet by Kiah Thomas, ... | 20m 50s | ||||||
| 10/21/24 | Ep 60 - Booklist - 10 Books That Made Me | In this booklist episode, Chrissie shares 10 books she read as a child that had a formative impact on her as a reader. FEATURED BOOKS Picture Books Eloise by Kay ThompsonWilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge by Mem Fox, illustrated by Julie VivasGrandfather Twilight by Barbara BergerMr. Rabbit and the Lovely Present by Charlotte Zolotow, illustrated by Maurice SendakThe Wolf's Chicken Stew by Keiko KaszaChapter Books / Middle Grade Lafcadio, the Lion Who Shot Back by Shel SilversteinDog Ca... | 25m 44s | ||||||
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