E163: Permission to Explore & Feel: SCHOOLED with Jamie Sumner

On this episode of the KidLit Love podcast, I’m talking with Jamie Sumner about her newest middle grade novel: SCHOOLED.This uplifting middle grade novel explores new schools, unexpected friendships and overcoming loss. From the loveable characters to the innovative ways they learn and connect, this novel is sure to spark your own ideas and go straight to your reading heart.Come listen as we talk about my heartfelt reaction to the book, the inspiring way the book sparks you to reimagine school and the season of life we are in, the personality quiz that we both adore and why this book is a permission slip for all the feels. You’ll find the show notes for the episode with links to all of the books and resources mentioned right here: https://www.alitlife.com/2025/09/04/permission-to-explore-feel-schooled-with-jamie-sumner/Join me inside my Facebook community for bookish people! There, we talk about all things books and reading and writing and notebooking, too! You'll get updates for this podcast, along with my other Get Lit(erate). podcast and build your literate community for adult and children's literature: https://www.facebook.com/groups/getliterateIf you’d like to support the podcast, consider purchasing some KidLit Love merchandise from my Zazzle store: https://www.zazzle.com/store/alitlife All earnings are funneled right back into the podcast expenses and maintenance fees. Thanks for your support!Follow Stephanie:Website: http://www.alitlife.com/   Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/AffinitoLitInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/AffinitoLitTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/AffinitoLit This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kidlitlove.substack.com