{"id":6558,"date":"2026-05-15T18:50:02","date_gmt":"2026-05-15T18:50:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/?p=6558"},"modified":"2026-05-15T18:50:03","modified_gmt":"2026-05-15T18:50:03","slug":"introducing-author-chats-with-epic-a-new-podcast-for-educators-families-and-book-lovers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/introducing-author-chats-with-epic-a-new-podcast-for-educators-families-and-book-lovers\/","title":{"rendered":"Introducing Author Chats with Epic: A New Podcast for Educators, Families and Book Lovers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<meta property=\"title\" content=\"Introducing Author Chats with Epic: A New Podcast for Educators, Families and Book Lovers\">\n\n\n\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Introducing Author Chats with Epic: A New Podcast for Educators, Families and Book Lovers\">\n\n\n\n<meta name=\"twitter:title\" content=\"Introducing Author Chats with Epic: A New Podcast for Educators, Families and Book Lovers\">\n\n\n\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Discover Author Chats with Epic, a new podcast featuring children\u2019s authors, storytelling insights and behind-the-scenes conversations for educators and families.\">\n\n\n\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Discover Author Chats with Epic, a new podcast featuring children\u2019s authors, storytelling insights and behind-the-scenes conversations for educators and families.\">\n\n\n\n<meta name=\"twitter:description\" content=\"Introducing Author Chats with Epic: A New Podcast for Educators, Families and Book Lovers\">\n\n\n\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/EPIC-Blog-scaled.png\">\n\n\n\n<meta name=\"twitter:image\" content=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/EPIC-Blog-scaled.png\">\n\n\n\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/\/introducing-author-chats-with-epic-podcast\/\">\n\n\n\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/\/introducing-author-chats-with-epic-podcast\/\">\n\n\n\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\">\n\n\n\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"Epic\">\n\n\n\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\">\n\n\n\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow\">\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s something kids always want to know after finishing a great book.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>How did the author come up with that?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That question is the idea behind <a href=\"https:\/\/youtube.com\/playlist?list=PLiqRdGF-XTsfOdCnzItYFtPZ_FuueeGIi&amp;si=_jG7EY49dLQJZvW6\"><strong>Author Chats with Epic<\/strong><\/a>, our new podcast series created for educators, families and anyone helping kids build stronger reading habits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Each episode gives listeners a behind-the-scenes look at the people creating the stories kids already love. From character inspiration to creative challenges, the podcast brings readers closer to the books on their shelves while making reading feel more interactive and connected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For teachers and parents, it\u2019s also another way to keep reading conversations going outside the page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"what-is-author-chats-with-epic\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Is Author Chats with Epic?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Author Chats with Epic<\/em> is a podcast series featuring conversations with popular children\u2019s authors and creators.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The show explores:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>How favorite books and characters are created<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What inspires authors to write<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Advice for young readers and writers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Conversations around literacy, creativity and storytelling<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Future episodes will also include opportunities for students and educators to engage with authors through submitted questions and curated book collections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The goal is simple. 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In this episode, Matt shares how the series evolved from a simple idea into one of the most-read graphic novels on the platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The conversation covers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The creative process behind <em>Cat Ninja<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Collaborating with illustrators Yehudi Mercado and Chad Thomas<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Why humor and empathy matter in children\u2019s books<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Advice for aspiring young writers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A few hints about upcoming <em>Cat Ninja<\/em> storylines<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>There are also plenty of dad jokes along the way.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Want more <em>Cat Ninja<\/em> insights from Matt? 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