S.D. Smith
Children's author best known for the Green Ember series and related works, creating adventure stories with a focus on imagination, virtue, and enduring storytelling; discusses his new book Helmer in the Dragon Tomb and his writing process on the episode.
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Jan 30, 2024 • 1h 7min
S.D. Smith: Stories from the Holler
S.D. Smith, author of popular children's novels and creator of worlds, talks about his writing process, authenticity in storytelling, and the impact of his stories on young readers. The hosts discuss favorite books, supportive wives, and choosing books for the whole world to read. They also mention a sponsor offering complex and easy going beverages, and a convenient meal prep solution with a special 50% off offer.
Dec 7, 2025 • 57min
1KHO 643: A Connection to Something Timeless | SD Smith, Helmer and the Dragon Tomb
S.D. Smith, a beloved children's author known for the Green Ember series, discusses his latest work, Helmer in the Dragon Tomb. He emphasizes the importance of timeless storytelling in nurturing children’s virtues amid rising anxiety and tech distractions. Engagingly, he shares personal anecdotes from hiking adventures in West Virginia. Smith advocates for 'tricksy parenting' techniques to make reading appealing while warning against outsourcing creativity to AI. The conversation inspires listeners to prioritize imagination and connection through books.
