Author Talk: Children’s books with Tom Peacock and Betsy Albert-Peacock

In this episode, we welcome a power couple in the Native publishing space: Thomas (Tom) Peacock and Elizabeth (Betsy) Albert-Peacock. Tom and Betsy are educators, academics, authors and publishers focused on uplifting Native stories. They also both have new books out that are appropriate for students: Tom’s novel, set at a Native boarding school, is called “In Whispers: Simon and Carolina,” and Betsy’s picture book about an Ojibwe bear cub and its mother is called “Makoons.” Allison and Odia interview Tom and Betsy about their new books, backgrounds in writing and education, and tips for how educators can select the best books on Native experiences for the classroom. GIVEAWAY: To enter for a chance to win one of five copies of “In Whispers,” email us at [email protected] with the subject line, “In Whispers giveaway” by September 16. We will randomly select five winners and notify them via email. Have questions or comments? Email us at [email protected]. This podcast is sponsored by the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community and produced by Goff Public. Our theme music is “Stomp Dance” by Bluedog. RESOURCES: Black Bears and Blueberries Publishing: http://www.blackbearsandblueberries.com/ Full Black Bears and Blueberries catalogue: http://www.blackbearsandblueberries.com/ “Makoons”: https://www.amazon.com/Makoons-Elizabeth-Albert-Peacock/dp/B0CY2RCMST “In Whispers: Simon and Carolina”: https://www.amazon.com/Whispers-Carolina-Thomas-D-Peacock/dp/B0CZ2LQT29