Ishara Interviews Jerry Craft: From Reluctant Reader to Award-Winning Author

Send us Fan Mail Can someone who didn't enjoy reading as a child grow up to become one of today's most celebrated authors? In this inspiring episode of Ishara's Reading Podcast, recorded at the Library of Congress National Book Festival, Ishara interviews Newbery Medal and Coretta Scott King Award-winning author and illustrator Jerry Craft. Jerry shares his remarkable journey from a child who rarely picked up a book to an internationally acclaimed author whose stories have inspired millions of young readers. Together, they discuss: 📚 His path to becoming an author and illustrator 🏆 What it feels like to receive some of children's literature's highest honors 🤝 His friendship and creative connection with fellow author Kwame Alexander 💡 Why representation and storytelling matter ✨ How reading can spark imagination, confidence, and creativity in every child Jerry's message is one every young reader, and every reluctant reader, needs to hear: your story matters, and it's never too late to discover the joy of books. You can watch this episode on my YouTube Channel. Recorded live at the Library of Congress National Book Festival. Don't forget to Like, Comment, and Subscribe for more inspiring conversations with bestselling authors, illustrators, scientists, and leaders from around the world. #JerryCraft #LibraryOfCongress #NationalBookFestival #IsharasReadingPodcast #KidsBooks #GraphicNovels #Reading #Literacy #YouthJournalist #AwardWinningAuthor #Books #FutureAuthors Support the show Keep on reading and being an inspiration to each other!  Please check out my new website, it was designed by Emily Boornazian. For inquiries: 610-724-7358 [email protected] And please follow me on Instagram  Please consider becoming a monthly subscriber. All proceeds will be used to buy building materials to create roadside libraries to encourage kids of all age to read. In addition, your donations will support my travels as I hit the road to interview the authors and illustrators of the books I will be reading on the  podcast.  #KidsPodcast, #ChildrensBooks, #ReadAloudPodcast, #StoryTimePodcast, #KidsReading, #BookLovers, #ChildrensLiterature, #KidLit, #RaisingReaders, #ChildrensAuthor, #PictureBooks, #ChapterBooks, #KidsStories, #BedtimeStories, #HomeschoolPodcast, #TeacherResources, #BookishKids