Boomer Sees the Town by Diann Floyd Boehm | GSMC Book Review Podcast

Sarah welcomes award-winning children’s author Diann Floyd Boehm to discuss her charming and heartfelt book, Boomer Sees the Town, the first adventure in the Curious Bunny series. Perfect for families, educators, and lovers of children’s literature, this conversation highlights the creativity, warmth, and purpose behind stories written for young readers.Boomer Sees the Town follows Boomer, a curious bunny who leaves the comfort of the forest to experience the sights, sounds, and surprises of the big city. Through Boomer’s journey, the story encourages imagination, kindness, and confidence while helping children navigate new environments and emotions in a gentle, reassuring way. Diann shares the inspiration behind Boomer’s character, the importance of curiosity in early learning, and how meaningful messages can be woven into stories that remain fun and accessible.Sarah and Diann also discuss the collaborative process with illustrator Surya Ali Zaidan, whose vibrant artwork brings Boomer’s world to life, enhancing the storytelling experience for both children and parents. Listeners will gain insight into writing for early readers, balancing simplicity with emotional depth, and what’s next for the Curious Bunny series.Whether you’re a parent building a bedtime bookshelf, a teacher seeking engaging read-alouds, or a fan of thoughtful children’s books, this episode offers a warm and informative look at storytelling that sparks wonder and compassion. Tune in to the GSMC Book Review Podcast for author interviews, behind-the-scenes conversations, and stories that connect readers of all ages.Click here to listen to the first interview with Diann about Charlie's Tire Swing: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gsmc-book-review-podcast-episode-446-interview-with/id1123769087?i=1000641069017If you enjoyed this episode, follow and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube. Please remember to subscribe and give us a nice review. This way you will always be among the first to get the latest GSMC Book Review Podcasts. We would like to thank our Sponsor: GSMC Podcast NetworkApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gsmc-book-review-podcast/id1123769087GSMC YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N-EKO3toL1ATwitter: https://twitter.com/GSMC_BookReviewFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GSMCBookReview/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gsmcbookreviewTiktok: @gsmcbookreviewBluesky: @gsmcbookreview.bsky.socialThreads: @gsmc_bookreviewGSMC Podcast Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@gsmcpodcastnetwork GSMC Sports Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GSMCSportsNetwork. GSMC Entertainment Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GSMCEntertainmentNetwork GSMC News Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GSMCNEWSNETWORK Disclaimer: The views expressed on the GSMC Book Review Podcast are for entertainment purposes only. Reproduction, copying, or redistribution of The GSMC Book Review Podcast without the express written consent of Golden State Media Concepts LLC is prohibited.