Cuddle Up: Catholic Storytime

The Apostles were gathered in prayer and then... BOOM! Just in time for Pentecost, enjoy this dynamic retelling of the Holy Spirit and His work throughout history. There are saints, there's wind, there's fire! Author Gracie and illustrator Ted share stories of the book's creation.Join Gracie's book recommendation email listGet a signed copy of The Holy Spirit book here!Listen to Ted's episode The Narrow GateFind out more about Gracie Glory books here

Jack wants to be a superhero! What happens when he finds a hero… in his very own church? Our great friend Katie Warner, always a joy, joins for this sweet vocational read aloud. Join Gracie’s book recommendation email listFind all Katie’s books and resources here 

Come along with us on an adventure! On this whimsical journey with God, become a farmer, a baker, an astronaut, and everything in between! Author-illustrator Frank Fraser reads his imaginative pro-life story. Find Frank's books here

Just in time for St. Patrick's Day! When a sneaky little pick-pocketing leprechaun gets caught, his run-in with St. Patrick changes his life! Author Elise joins for this colorful and creative story. 

A book on St. Joseph that truly does him honor! Prolific and beloved author Emily Stimpson Chapman talks St. Joseph, family life, and working with theologian Scott Hahn. Book releases March 19th! Preorder it hereEmily's Word on Fire Children's BibleEmily's Website

The queen of seasonal stories is back with the perfect Lent read! Louie’s whole class is giving something up. But he can’t think of anything! Claudia McAdam reads her Lenten story in perfect timing for Ash Wednesday. Visit Claudia’s website for books, trailers and freebies. 

Welcome to Season 2! Want to play a guessing game? Play along with this interactive children's book written by my own little daughter! Send me/Josie an email to: [email protected] Buy Katie Warner's son's book on Amazon Listen to Katie Warner's Salvation History Story Time episode Listen to Fabiola Garza's Princesses of Heaven episode

Our first ever Swiss Guard on the podcast! Andreas and his wonderful wife (and author) Michelle join to share never-before-heard stories of St. John Paul II and more in this charming Christmas story. Buy The Too Tall Swiss Guard hereFollow Michelle on Instagram here

Christmas in Heaven-- have you ever imagined it? Bestselling author Anthony Destefano is back to discuss saints, Christmas, and being a pilot!Listen to Anthony read Our Lady's Wardrobe 

Welcome to the Catholic "If You Give a Mouse a Cookie!" Chase the Pope and his puppy through this fun "tour of Rome" and then hop along with the saints in a sort of "tour through Heaven!" Pope Leo received his copy of If the Pope had a Puppy at last week's Wednesday audience and gave it a huge thumbs up. Now you get to read it, too! Our lovely friend Katie Warner guest-hosts.30% off books with code ADVENT30: OSV BookstoreOR buy the books on Amazon hereDownload Katie's free Saint Bucket List

Our All Saint’s Day episode is here! Find new favorites from among the many saints mentioned and hear author/illustrator Kortnee’s “rapid fire” answers to some saintly questions! Find Kortnee's book and products hereJoin Gracie's Book Recommendation Email list here

Which pope piloted a helicopter? How did elephants get into the Vatican Gardens? And why the Swiss to guard the Pope? You'll find out in this treasure trove of fun facts about the papacy! Author Colleen Pressprich joins to read and share her new exciting series. Buy OSV Discover: The Pope hereFind Colleen's free activities and resources hereJoin Gracie's Book Rec. Email List here

Happy canonization, Sts. Pier Giorgio and Carlo! In honor of our new modern-day saints, come along on this read-aloud about recent saints. Hearing John Paul II’s voice never gets old! Get Saintly Rhymes Here Join Gracie’s email list here

Are we in a garden or reading a book? Jump into the Bible like never before with this interactive read aloud by our good friend, Katie Warner!Get Salvation History Story Time HereJoin Katie’s Email List Join Gracie’s Book Email List 

Back from summer break! Dive into Marian apparitions with award-winning author Anthony Destefano and his best-selling story on Our Lady. Buy Our Lady's Wardrobe hereBuy Travel Guide to Heaven hereJoin Gracie's Book Rec. Email List here

Step into the wonderfully whimsical world of author/illustrator Fabiola Garza! In this special interview-only episode, Fabiola answers all your questions about her famously beautiful Princesses of Heaven: The Flowers. RING ME at 269-340-0656 and share your favorite Catholic children’s book! BONUS book recommendation chat w/ Fabiola: Patreon.com/CuddleUpPodcastJoin Gracie’s book recommendation email listFollow Fabiola on social mediaVisit Fabiola’s website (signed copies) Buy Princesses of Heaven on AmazonListen to Princesses of Heaven on Hallow

Lions and bears and snails... OH MY! This adventurous animal-packed story is a metaphor for Heaven and we have author/illustrator Fr. Peregrine Fletcher here to tell us all about it!RING ME at 269-340-0656 and share your favorite Catholic children’s book! BONUS (Video) Chat w/ Fr. Peregrine: Patreon.com/CuddleUpPodcastBuy The Snail and the King HereBuy My Name is Philomena HereBook is published by and read aloud with permission from Holy Heroes.

Bees, baseball, and books- we cover it all! You might end up with a Mary garden at the end of it, too. Author Neena joins for the most interesting talk and read aloud of her story.RING ME at 269-340-0656 and share your favorite Catholic children’s book! BONUS (Video) Chat w/ Neena Gaynor: Patreon.com/CuddleUpPodcastBook is published by TAN Books. Buy it hereFollow Neena on Instagram @neenagaynor

Join along and shout “YES!” in this interactive read-aloud of Gracie’s book on Mary. Our good friend of the show (and best-selling author!) Katie Warner guest-hosts. ENTER BOOK GIVEAWAY HERE Buy When Mary Says Yes hereListen to Katie’s Lily Lolek episode on Cuddle Up here When Mary Says Yes is published by OSV Kids.

How is a new pope chosen? Join us in prayer for Pope Francis and discover how the Holy Spirit guides the Church in selecting our next Holy Father.Original Release, Oct. 1, 2024:It's time to elect a pope! Follow the cardinals right into the Sistine Chapel and discover the beautiful process of choosing a new leader for the Church. Author Katie Bogner joins to read aloud her story.Curious about those free printables Katie mentions? Find all the important information here: https://www.looktohimandberadiant.com/2024/02/we-have-pope-my-new-book.html?m=1We Have a Pope is published by St. Paul Center. Get a copy of the book from her publisher's website here: https://stpaulcenter.com/product/we-have-a-pope

Listen-- do you hear that? It's God's voice! When God speaks, do you know what happens? Find out in this heartwarming read aloud with author Hunter Leonard.Buy Hunter's Book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/42FMY0bHunter's Book through Our Sunday Visitor: https://www.osvcatholicbookstore.com/when-god-speaks.htmlVisit Hunter's website: https://www.sacredvision.org

A Shroud of Turin story! Follow young Shira through Jerusalem as she experiences the passion, death and resurrection of Jesus… and finds another miracle along the way! Author Claudia Cangilla McAdam joins to read. Buy The Wordless Weaver here Claudia’s website 

It’s our lucky day! In this St. Patrick’s Day special, join tricky leprechaun Finnius in his pickpocketing adventures and watch as his greedy heart becomes as pure as gold… thanks to a special friend— St. Patrick! Buy the book hereFollow Elise on Instagram: @elisedanielauthorFollow illustrator Tara: @tarawrightstudio

Are you ready for Lent? Journey through the Triduum with author Katie Bogner and discover the BEST all-encompassing book on Lent you can find!Buy Katie's book here: https://stpaulcenter.com/allaboutlent/ (use code Gracie15 for 15% off!)Here Katie read We Have a Pope on Cuddle UpFollow Emmaus Road and Katie Bogner on Instagram: @emmausroadpublishing and @katherine.bogner 

Join Sofia on an adventure through a library that leads her to a book. Not just any book, but a book that is alive- a book that will change everything! Sister Allison joins for this endearing read aloud. Sister’s Links:The Book That Changed Everything: https://paulinestore.com/the-book-that-changed-everything-qs1010106-202424.htmlSr. Allison's Author Website: https://pauline.org/staff/sr-allison-regina-gliot/The Book That Changed Everything Bible Read-Alouds with Sr. Allison: Bible Read-Aloud Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_C9Gwzu60us&list=PLLpZG3Vb5NlvbrgJAbD8PATOAEn0biHQ6&index=7&ab_channel=DaughtersofSt.PaulPublishing with Pauline Books & Media: https://pauline.org/publishing/

Sts. Hildegard, Catherine, Teresa and Therese. Strong, sweet, holy, and a little bit stubborn! What do you know about them? You'll know a lot after this read aloud with author Colleen Pressprich! Get The Women Doctors of the Church at AmazonGet The Women Doctors of the Church at OSVVisit Colleen's Website

She’s visited 25 countries, 50 states, and knows HUNDREDS of saints! She’s best-selling author Meg Hunter-Kilmer and today she reads from her book Saints Around the World. Get Saints Around the WorldGet Meg’s new Saints Around the World for Little Ones 

All the way from Portugal! World-renowned Catholic author Josephine joins to discuss her award-winning book on the Mass, her life living near the shrine of Fatima, her favorite miracles, and so much more. Get The Weight of a Mass here: https://amzn.to/4ilpS4Y

Gracie reads her story The Night the Saints Saved Christmas, joined by guest host and best-selling author Katie Warner, who graciously offered to conduct the interview with Gracie and join for some fun! Horseback ride and snow ski with the saints through this Christmas Eve night. Hear the full reading of Gracie’s award-winning story (and a sneak peek discussion of Katie’s own Christmas story) now! Buy The Night the Saints Saved Christmas here: https://osvcatholicbookstore.com/product/the-night-the-saints-saved-christmasOrhttps://amzn.to/4i4DZMeBuy My True Love Gave to Me here: https://amzn.to/3DhUnKcKatie’s Cookie Recipe: https://detoxinista.com/vegan-mint-chocolate-crinkle-cookies/

Acclaimed author Maura joins ufor this Advent/Christmas read aloud! When a group of poor shepherds go worship baby Jesus, one comes empty handed. What will he do? Read aloud with us today!Get The Poorest Shepherd: https://www.osvcatholicbookstore.com/product/the-poorest-shepherd?ga_ref_list_id=taxonomy_3_term_64997ga_ref_list_name=Taxonomy%20Term:%20Advent%20and%20ChristmasExplore Maura’s other books: https://www.amazon.com/Books-Maura-Roan-McKeegan/s?rh=n%3A283155%2Cp_27%3AMaura+Roan+McKeegan

It’s a two-book read aloud special! Author Claudia Cangilla McAdam joins to read two of her beloved Christmas stories.  Claudia’s Christmas Tree Blessing: http://www.claudiamcadam.com/Get The Christmas Light: https://sophiainstitute.com/product/the-christmas-light/?srsltid=AfmBOoqT0-hCEqUrreQ5TM4GOG6VCIBnVp9WoeaBEhOEApyctL4uUUfxGet Kristoph and the First Christmas Tree:https://amzn.to/3QJ1q1H

What happens to a group of people who LOVE their stuff and don’t want to leave anything behind when they travel.. not even their houses? Find out with husband-wife team, Rachel and Ted, in their read aloud.   This book is published through Emmaus Road and can be purchased here:   https://stpaulcenter.com/product/the-narrow-gate/?srsltid=AfmBOooBYk94e4Adjrxt7Gl6Qy6p2iK1_oKKY6lMoEYAWd4pQiiYrhXc See Rachel and Ted’s website for children’s stories, puzzles, games and more:  https://5sparrows.com/

Sing-songy rhymes of your favorite modern saints, all in one place! Hear author-illustrator Meghan Bausch's read aloud, and how she "costume designed" JPII, Padre Pio and more.  Get your copy of the book now, through OSV Kids, at https://osvkids.com/books/saintly-rhymes-for-modern-times/

Lily wants to be a saint. But with so many greats in Heaven, how could she be like them?  Author Katie Warner joins to read aloud her sparkling story. Katie’ First Faith Treasury is full of treasures and resources! Find them at her website: https://firstfaithtreasury.com/Lily Lolek: Future Saint is published by Tan Books. Use code KATIE30 for 30% off her books here: https://lddy.no/1jpjw

It's time to elect a pope! Follow the cardinals right into the Sistine Chapel and discover the beautiful process of choosing a new leader for the Church. Author Katie Bogner joins to read aloud her story.Curious about those free printables Katie mentions? Find all the important information here: https://www.looktohimandberadiant.com/2024/02/we-have-pope-my-new-book.html?m=1We Have a Pope is published by St. Paul Center. Get a copy of the book from her publisher's website here: https://stpaulcenter.com/product/we-have-a-pope/

What if we could attend Mass not just with our earthly eyes but with heavenly vision? In this story, join Jesus in using eyes of faith to experience the Eucharist for what it really is: Heaven on Earth!Jesus and the Miracle of the Mass is published by OSV Kids. Get your copy at the following links:OSV Kidshttps://osvkids.com/books/jesus-and-the-miracle-of-the-mass/Amazonhttps://amzn.to/4bpYTTI

In this short introductory trailer, podcast host and children's author Gracie Jagla shares the vision for this story time podcast and her excitement for you to enjoy full read-alouds by your favorite authors!