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Erin Dealey on the Writing Life (E59) <p>Erin Dealey is the author of over twenty books including her new release, "Squirrel Draws BIG Feelings (2026)" and her recent book, "Just Flowers (2025)."</p><p></p><p>For more information about Er...

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

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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.

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PETITION: Stop Trump's Proposed Elimination of Federal Funding for Libraries Page 56 of Trump’s proposed budget calls for the closure of the Institute of Museum and Library Services. The ONLY source of federal funding for libraries.

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

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Library A-List: Kelvin Watson Is LJ’s 2026 Librarian of the Year For his work bringing partners from across the county to drive innovation and change lives, Las Vegas–Clark County Library District Executive Director Kelvin Watson is LJ’s 2026 Librarian of the Year.

Las Vegas–Clark County Library District Executive Director Kelvin Watson brings partners from across the county to drive innovation and change lives

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Kelvin Watson on Creating Engaging Library Programs (E57) <p>Kelvin Watson, executive director of Las Vegas - Clark County Library District, discusses his career trajectory, challenges of leading libraries, book banning and removal, his experience as Library...

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

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Thanks! I enjoyed it as well!

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April Henry on Writing YA Thrillers & Mysteries (E56) <p>April Henry is the New York Times-bestselling author of 32 mysteries and thrillers for teens and adults. She lives in Portland, Oregon, with her family.</p><p></p><p>On the podcast, she shares her ...

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.

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Kim Snyder & Janique Robillard on Creating "The Librarians" Documentary (E55) <p>We are excited to have Director/Producer Kim A. Snyder and Producer Janique Robillard on the Book Flood Podcast.</p><p></p><p><b>Kim A. Snyder</b><br />Since their 2025 Sundance World Premiere, <b>...

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.

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Book Flood Podcast The Book Flood Podcast celebrates authors, illustrators, librarians, and books. The Book Flood Podcast is hosted by Tom Nixon.

I have had a few people reach out and say that they don't always see my posts about Book Flood Podcast.

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Ernesto Cisneros on "Queso, Just in Time" (E54) <p>The conversation covers the author's journey to publication, the story behind the book 'Queso Just in Time,' the theme of time travel and changing the future, writing from personal experience, enga...

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.

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And thank you! Such a great guest!

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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.

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Book Flood Podcast The Book Flood Podcast celebrates authors, illustrators, librarians, and books. The Book Flood Podcast is hosted by Tom Nixon.

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:

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Stuart Gibbs on Writing Middle Grade Book Series (E52)
Stuart Gibbs on Writing Middle Grade Book Series (E52) YouTube video by Tom Nixon: Book Flood Podcast

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.

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Megan McDonald on "Judy Moody" (E51)
Megan McDonald on "Judy Moody" (E51) YouTube video by Tom Nixon: Book Flood Podcast

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."

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‘The Librarians’ To Premiere On PBS ‘Independent Lens’ As Political Backlash Mounts Against Book Banning 'The Librarians,' directed by Kim A. Snyder, will debut on PBS amid a backlash to book banning campaigns across the country.

“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

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Jeff Gottesfeld on "Honor Flight" (E50)
Jeff Gottesfeld on "Honor Flight" (E50) YouTube video by Tom Nixon: Book Flood Podcast

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."

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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! 😅

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Alan Gratz on Writing Historical Fiction for Kids (E49)
Alan Gratz on Writing Historical Fiction for Kids (E49) YouTube video by Tom Nixon: Book Flood Podcast

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

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Nikki Shannon Smith & Don Tate on "Prince" (E48)
Nikki Shannon Smith & Don Tate on "Prince" (E48) YouTube video by Tom Nixon: Book Flood Podcast

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

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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.

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Meg Medina on "Graciela by the Abyss" and on Writing (E46)
Meg Medina on "Graciela by the Abyss" and on Writing (E46) YouTube video by Tom Nixon: Book Flood Podcast

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.

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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!

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Tom Nixon: Book Flood Podcast Book Flood Podcast celebrates authors, illustrators, librarians, and books. The host of the Book Flood Podcast is Tom Nixon, former library services manager for a large California school district.

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!

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Matt Tavares on Writing Picture Books (E44)
Matt Tavares on Writing Picture Books (E44) YouTube video by Tom Nixon: Book Flood Podcast

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)."

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

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I love that so much!!

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Tom Nixon: Book Flood Podcast Book Flood Podcast celebrates authors, illustrators, librarians, and books. The host of the Book Flood Podcast is Tom Nixon, former library services manager for a large California school district.

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.

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Joan Schoettler on Being Challenged by noted author Patricia Polacco (E41d)
Joan Schoettler on Being Challenged by noted author Patricia Polacco (E41d) YouTube video by Tom Nixon: Book Flood Podcast

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

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