The Twenty Second Love Hug with Katherynne Martin

The Twenty Second Love Hug with Katherynne Martin

From Moments with Marianne by Marianne Pestana

May 3, 2026 · 28 min

About this episode

An inspiring discussion with Katherynne Martin about her children's book, The Twenty Second Love Hug, and the impact of connection in a child's life.

What if one simple hug—just 20 seconds of connection—could change everything in a child’s life? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Katherynne Martin on her new children’s book The Twenty Second Love Hug. Moments with Marianne Radio Show airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate! https://www.kmet1490am.com Katherynne Martin is a passionate children's author with a big heart and an even bigger hug. As a wife, mother, and first-time grandmother, she has embraced the storytelling journey from a young age. After devoting years to raising her family, she finally made her dream of becoming a published best selling author a reality with her debut picture book, The Twenty Second Love Hug . Katherynne's writing reflects her belief in the power of love and connection, inspired by her family's unwavering support. https://katherynnemartin.com Order on Amazon: https://a.co/d/0hT9Al2s To learn more about the show and interview opportunities contact us at: https://www.mariannepestana.com

People in this episode

Host: Marianne Pestana

Guest: Katherynne Martin

Topics covered

  • children's literature
  • love and connection
  • storytelling
  • parenting
  • self-improvement

Keywords

  • children's book
  • love hug
  • connection
  • storytelling
  • parenting

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: KMET1490AM, ABC Talk News Radio, Amazon, katherynnemartin.com, mariannepestana.com

Books & works: The Twenty Second Love Hug

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