14: The One With The Award Winning Author Julia Cook

Listen to the podcast hereReleased October 10, 2018IntroductionThis episode features the award-winning children’s book author, Julia Cook! Julia has written over 76 books and is an inspirational speaker who travels all over the world. In this episode, we discuss Julia’s new book, her favorite book she has ever written, her advice for parents and aspiring authors, and even how her dogs are helping her teach important concepts to children.It is no wonder Julia has sold over 2 million books worldwide and creates some of the best children's books of all time! We feel honored to have had the opportunity to speak with her and cannot wait to share this episode with you guys!Topics & Questions

• You just wrote a fantastic book called, Be Where Your Feet Are that addresses the topic of mindfulness. Do you have any tips for parents or kids just starting to explore mindfulness? 
• Is it true you have written over 76 books? That is incredible! Do you have a favorite? 
• As a parenting expert, what do you think the most valuable advice for parents? Particularly with regards to staying patient and finding a healthy work life balance.
• What advice do you have for aspiring writers or those just beginning the publishing process? 
• You were both a teacher and a counselor. Which degree came first? What made you decide to pursue the second degree. Which role did you enjoy the most? 
• We are big dog people and we can’t get enough of your puppies Jake, Kirby, and Angus! They are so cute!!! Kirby’s  costumes are especially adorable! Do they always travel with you? 

Game: What is Julia Cooking?Do you prefer to cook with butter or oil?Butter: Stranded on a desert island what three items do you take with you?Oil: What’s your favorite dessertDo you prefer to use the grill or the oven?Grill: Favorite city to visit?Oven: Favorite dessert?Do you prefer to cook sweet dishes or savory dishes?Sweet: Tell us something you’ve done that you never thought you would.Savory: Tell a valuable lesson learned from being a popular author.Do you prefer cooking with rice or pastas?Pasta: If you weren’t a writer/teacher/counselor, what would you be?Rice: What’s on your bucket list that you still need to check off?Julia had to pick one of the two options then answer the related question. You'll have to tune into the episode to find out her answers! LinksWebsiteFacebookFeatured BooksWhat's In It For Me?The Judgmental FlowerBe Where Your Feet Are