EPISODE · Aug 27, 2026 · 31 MIN
E243: Finding Your Heart’s Desire: LITTLE KIT’S WISH by Cheryl Lawton Malone
from Kidlit Love: Conversations with Picture Book and Middle Grade Authors · host Stephanie Affinito
Happy Thursday!I’m back with a bonus episode: a delightfully whimsical book about wishes and finding your heart’s true desire, something I think everyone deserves. Press play on my conversation with Cheryl Lawton Malone and start getting still to consider the wishes inside of your heart. =)StephanieE243: Finding Your Heart’s Desire: LITTLE KIT’S WISH by Cheryl Lawton MaloneOn this episode of the KidLit Love podcast, I’m talking with Cheryl Lawton Malone about her newest picture book: LITTLE KIT’S WISH.This beautiful picture book is about Little Kit’s first blue moon and the first wish that comes along with it. Beyond that, it’s a story about going still to find your heart’s desire from within, making it perfect for readers of all ages.Come listen as we talk about the inspiration behind the book from almost 16 years ago, the nature-inspired themes found throughout the pages and the conversations Cheryl hopes caregivers and readers have about their own hopes, dreams and wishes.Here is the book featured in this episode. You’ll find links to my Amazon and Bookshop affiliate stores below. Thanks for your bookish support!LITTLE KIT’S WISH by Cheryl Lawton Malone (Amazon / Bookshop)Here’s where you can find Cheryl online:Website: https://cheryllawtonmalone.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cheryl.lawtonmalone/I’d love to know what you think of this episode. Share your comments below!KidLit love is multiplied when it’s shared! 🩷Here are some free ways to support this newsletter and spread my love of children’s literature far and wide:🩷 Like and comment on this post so we can connect!🔄 Restack and add your favorite nugget from the podcast.📷 Take a screenshot of your favorite part and text it to a kidlit friend.💌 Forward this email to a fellow kidlit colleague so they can join the book love too!⌨️ Refer a friend and earn prizes….including courses and coaching sessions with me!Thanks for reading the KidLit Love newsletter! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work! 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
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