The Women Books & More’s Podcast
Podcast Description
Mystery, intrigue, romance and recipes every Wednesday. Join Irene Rawlings to explore hidden Paris. Make pierogi in Poland and single malt in Denver. Meet the Dutch Oven Divas of the Desert. Travel to Denmark in search of the perfect seaside hotel. Expect guests like acclaimed chef Jacque Pepin. Best-selling authors like Lisa See, Isabelle Allende and Mark Greaney. Women, Books & More with Irene Rawlings.
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The podcast delves into a variety of themes including mystical narratives, culinary insights, and travel anecdotes. Episodes highlight adventures such as exploring hidden spots in Paris, making pierogi in Poland, and seeking the ideal seaside hotel in Denmark. Focus areas also emphasize literature, featuring bestselling authors discussing their works and personal stories, as seen in episodes with Mark Greaney, Mary Doria Russell, and Julia Allende.
Mystery, intrigue, romance and recipes every Wednesday. Join Irene Rawlings to explore hidden Paris. Make pierogi in Poland and single malt in Denver. Meet the Dutch Oven Divas of the Desert. Travel to Denmark in search of the perfect seaside hotel. Expect guests like acclaimed chef Jacque Pepin. Best-selling authors like Lisa See, Isabelle Allende and Mark Greaney. Women, Books & More with Irene Rawlings.
Maybe you want to write a book. A children’s book. A children’s picture book.
Maybe about a wee hedgehog who wants to be a ballerina.
Or an alligator who dreams of becoming an astronaut.
Maybe about learning to cook in Nona’s kitchen.
Or a nonfiction book about the secret language of spiders
I mean…how difficult can it be to write a book for children?
The answer is…not as easy you might think.
But help is on the way.
Julie Hedlund, the founder of 12 x 12 Picture Book Writing Challenge, explains all things picture book. And about how to join 12 x 12 and the benefits of membership. Direct submissions to agents. Critique ninjas. Community of like-minded writers. Webinars with authors, editors and agents. Dance Parties. Yes, virtual dance parties. It is a fun, joyful and supportive group.
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FYI: Big, Bold & Brave Picture Book Summit is a day-long virtual event held every year in October. Agents. Editors, Best-selling authors. Caldecott and Newberry Medal winners. And the opportunity to submit your manuscript to the featured agents and editors. October 5, 2025. picturebooksummit.com
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