In this episode of The Reader's Heart, Jennifer chat's with award winning author Kyle Lukoff. They discuss various topics, including the importance of empathy in children's literature, the role of reading in shaping a reader's heart, the process of writing and revision, and the theme of vegetables in Lukoff's books. Lukoff shares his perspective on transphobia and why he chooses not to include it in his characters' journeys. The conversation highlights the power of storytelling to create safe spaces and foster understanding.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Transphobia
02:22 Reader's Heart and Reading Journey
04:25 Writing and Revision
06:45 Sharing Work and Imposter Syndrome
08:05 Creating Safe Spaces in Books
14:17 Themes of Vegetables and Social Constructs
18:29 Empathy in Children's Literature
25:30 The Role of Children's Literature in Challenging Times
33:03 Fruit and Vegetable Theme
34:05 Conclusion
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